Get away to a place where you don’t need to speak français to order authentic French cuisine, every scene is a photo-op and memories are shaped like red Georgia clay. Coweta County is curiously delightful for a weekend with friends.
Girls’ Weekend Itinerary
Friday
Dinner at The Cellar & The Bays
Kick off the weekend with dinner at The Cellar, a cozy yet elegant restaurant known for its upscale Southern fare. The Fried Pickles with curried mustard are quite a big “dill,” so we recommend starting there. For your entrée, the Cellar Shrimp and Grits with tasso cream sauce and the Pan-Seared Catfish are local favorites. If you’re craving more turf than surf, you cannot go wrong with the Cellar Signature Ribeye. But no matter what you select, their extensive wine selection will provide the perfect pairing for any dish.
After dinner, visit The Cellar’s casual venue, The Bays. With a large bar, two patios and plenty of games (Giant Jenga, anyone?), there’s abundant space to sit back and catch up with your gal pals. Live music is a staple here so check their website to see who’s playing.
Cocktails at The Pharmacy
Wind down the evening with a nightcap at Newnan’s very own speakeasy. Just steps from The Cellar and The Bay, The Pharmacy is a secret worth sharing. It’s sultry ambiance, jazzy acoustics and craft cocktails harken back to the Prohibition Era.
Fortunately, no laws need to be broken in order to have a good time.
Saturday
Breakfast at Brown St. Bodega
What’s cookin’? Something really yummy lookin’. Brown St. Bodega is an especially tasty way to start the day. They have all your breakfast faves (bacon, egg and cheese biscuit, anyone?) plus some exciting new flavs (ahem, lavender lemon bread & almond biscotti).
And don’t you worry, there’s no need to swing through Starbies. They’ve got coffee, too, and plenty of it!
Morning Activity: Pottery at Mudhaven Pottery Studio
Put a creative spin on your weekend by signing up for a pottery workshop at Mudhaven Pottery Studio. Just bring yourself and your friends: the workshop includes all the supplies you’ll need to learn basic wheel-throwing techniques and create up to three pieces (Patrick Swayze not included). Once you’ve crafted your masterpiece, select your favorite glaze color and Mudhaven will take care of the rest.
Please note: Pottery pieces will be ready for pickup in 6-8 weeks, just in time for your next girls’ trip!
Lunch at Lisa’s Crêperie
Cue the crêpes at Lisa’s Crêperie. This French café serves up authentic crêpes that we can only describe as tres bien! Enjoy classic combos like peanut butter and banana or a Caprese crêpe filled with tomatoes, goat cheese, spinach, pesto and a balsamic glaze.
Whether you prefer savory or need to satisfy your sweet tooth, there’s a crêpe for every occasion.
Afternoon Activity: The Walking Dead Tour of Senoia
Senoia, or rather, Woodbury, as it’s known in The Walking Dead, has been a primary filming location for the show since the series’ third season. Peer behind the scenes with a guided tour around downtown Senoia. You’ll see iconic locales like the Alexandria Safe-Zone, The Governor’s Residence and the Train Tracks.
Many guides have worked as extras or crew members on set; their first-hand stories liven up this undead tour to frightening levels of fun!
Dinner at Bistro Hilary
Toast to your last night together at Bistro Hilary, a sophisticated dining spot offering French-inspired cuisine. You’ll be transported to Paris when you taste a bite of Coquilles St. Jacques and cut into a plate of beef bourguignon. For dessert, you simply must try the chocolate mousse with a scoop of the ice cream du jour.
There isn’t a bad seat in the house, but the front patio is especially Instagrammable.
Sunday
Brunch at Senoia Coffee & Cafe
This charming café nestled in the heart of Senoia has everything to start your morning off right. Savory breakfast lovers will enjoy the avocado toast and quiche. If you’re apt to wake up with a sweet tooth, you can’t miss out on the peanut butter banana toast and a big, fluffy cinnamon roll. Or order the waffles and bacon for the best of both worlds!
Let’s not forget plenty of freshly brewed coffee, made just as you like it.
Late Morning Activity: Shopping in Senoia and Newnan
After brunch, spend the afternoon in downtown Senoia, then head over to Newnan for some of the best local shopping this side of Atlanta. Boutiques and specialty stores dot the streets of both downtowns and they’re all just so gosh darn charming.
Who says you need just one souvenir anyway? We hope you packed an extra suitcase!
