On today's episode of Savory Stories, we delve even deeper within the history of Atlanta’s people through its cuisine and more. 

Today, Victoria Lemos of the Archive Atlanta podcast joins us as we embark on a culinary tour of the Westside of Atlanta, uncovering its rich and captivating history. This journey takes us through the evolution of transportation, the diverse religious and spiritual landscape, housing developments, and the unique role of the Westview Cemetery for the area’s development.  We also explore a list of local legendary food spots, some with roots in the neighborhood for decades and other newcomers who’ve quickly become community favorites. 

Special thanks to Victoria Lemos, local historian and host of the Archive Atlanta podcast (give it a listen if you haven’t already!). 

Check out some of the iconic eats in the area mentioned: 

- Slutty Vegan 

- The Beautiful 

- Tassili’s Raw Reality 

- Wadada Healthy Market & Juice Bar 

- Augie’s 

-  Soul Vegetarian 

-  Spice House 

- Oreatha’s at the Point 

-  Westview Corner Grocery 

On today's episode of Savory Stories, we delve even deeper within the history of Atlanta’s people through its cuisine and more.&nbsp;Today, Victoria Lemos of the Archive Atlanta podcast joins us as we embark on a culinary tour of the Westside of Atlanta, uncovering its rich and captivating history. This journey takes us through the evolution of transportation, the diverse religious and spiritual landscape, housing developments, and the unique role of the Westview Cemetery for the area’s development.&nbsp; We also explore a list of local legendary food spots, some with roots in the neighborhood for decades and other newcomers who’ve quickly become community favorites.&nbsp;Special thanks to Victoria Lemos, local historian and host of the <a href="https://www.archiveatlantapodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Archive Atlanta</a> podcast (give it a listen if you haven’t already!).&nbsp;Check out some of the iconic eats in the area mentioned:&nbsp;- <a href="https://sluttyveganatl.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Slutty Vegan</a>&nbsp;- <a href="https://beautifulrestaurant-atlanta.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Beautiful</a>&nbsp;- <a href="https://www.tassilisrawreality.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tassili’s Raw Reality</a>&nbsp;- <a href="https://www.wadadaatl.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wadada Healthy Market &amp; Juice Bar</a>&nbsp;-&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/augiescafe/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Augie’s</a>&nbsp;-&nbsp; <a href="https://soulvegsouth.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Soul Vegetarian</a>&nbsp;-&nbsp; <a href="https://www.spicehouseatl.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spice House</a>&nbsp;-<a href="https://www.oreathas.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Oreatha’s at the Point</a>&nbsp;-&nbsp; <a href="https://westviewgrocery.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Westview Corner Grocery</a>&nbsp;

A look at Atlanta’s people, through its cuisine and food history. Savory Stories traces Atlanta’s food story from the past to the present, getting to know Atlanta’s culinary creators and demystifying stereotypes about food with hosts Akila McConnell and Asata Reid.

A look at Atlanta’s people, through its cuisine and food history. Savory Stories traces Atlanta’s food story from the past to the present, getting to know Atlanta’s culinary creators and demystifying stereotypes about food with hosts Akila McConnell and Asata Reid.