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Board Game of the Month Camel Up

We love game night. Thanks to Eggertspiele , one of the best board game publishers (in our opinion), we received a picture via email of one of their most popular games: Camel Up. Check out the above image and read about how fun this game is in today’s blog post. Thinking about hosting a game night in your Arrive Buckhead apartment in Atlanta, Georgia? Make sure you add this great family-friendly game to the agenda. You won’t regret it! Camel Up is a fun betting game for 2 to 8 players. During the game, players will bet on five racing camels, attempting to figure out which one will come in first, last, and try to push their odds throughout the race. The earlier you bet, the more you’ll be rewarded—but be careful! Betting too early could cost you the game. It’s easy to learn yet challenging. Which camel is going to move and how far? Which one will carry others across the finish line? Which player will risk it all by betting early? With less than 30-minutes of play per game and hilarious mechanics like stacking the camels on top of each other, this is a board game for everyone. The betting mechanics are so simple that even a young child can join in the fun (they’ll love the stacking mechanism probably even more than you!). Okay. Maybe we forgot to mention the cool little pyramid in the picture above. Looks neat, right? Well, it is. It’s really cool actually. This pyramid is filled with dice during the game. Simply flip it over and release a sliding mechanism to roll the dice. This dice-chamber-rolling-mechanism is clever and fits the theme of the game. It can be a little tricky putting together though—we’ve even heard of people actually breaking it while putting it together—but luckily, we didn’t find it too difficult. Thankfully, the game comes with illustrated instructions to help you out. Which board game would you award game of the month? Share in the comments and let us know how your game night went. Which games will you be playing in your Atlanta, GA apartment? Thanks for reading!

Try This Classic Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

Welcome back to our Arrive Buckhead Blog! Our last post was about kick-starting your morning. Today, we’re sharing a sweet treat recipe. Baking or cooking in your Atlanta, Georgia apartment is a relaxing way to spend an evening at home. The best part of cooking is sharing it with friends. We’ve got a really easy dish today that we think would be great for a movie night or get together. Invite your friends over for an evening in and they’ll love this dessert. Classic Strawberry Shortcake INGREDIENTS strawberries: 1 pint of strawberries, hulled and sliced 1-2 tablespoons confectioners sugar zest of one lemon shortcake: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1 tablespoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup heavy cream whipped cream 1 cup heavy cream 1 tablespoon confectioners sugar INSTRUCTIONS Combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon zest. Allow them to develop flavors in the refrigerator for at least an hour, and up to overnight. To make shortcake, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. Add heavy cream and mix until just combined. The mixture will be very thick. Form two large rounds for four small rounds on an ungreased pan (I used a cooking stone) and bake until golden, 15 to 20 minutes. For added crunch and sweetness, you can sprinkle large decorator's sugar on top of the biscuits, if you have some available, prior to baking. Allow to cool once removed from oven. To make the whipped cream, combine the heavy cream and sugar and beat with whisk attachment on high speed until soft peaks form, about 4-7 minutes. To assemble shortcake, split biscuit in half. Layer with strawberries in the middle and on top and then top with whipped cream. Enjoy! This dessert is sure to be a favorite among strawberry lovers. Share your favorite sweet treat recipes in the comments below. Thanks for reading.

Kickstart Your Morning This Month

Waking up in the morning isn’t always easy. There’s nothing fun about leaving your warm bed and getting started on all your responsibilities for the day. But adding a few things to your typical morning routine can really help kickstart your day. You might even find yourself excited to get out of bed and get things done! The key to starting your day off right actually kind of begins the night before. Getting a really good night’s sleep is helpful when trying to get your day going. Try going to bed 30 minutes earlier than usual — especially on Sunday nights. Wash your face in the morning! Some people prefer to shower at night instead of in the morning, but a cool splash of water on your face can really wake you up! Try GinZing Refreshing Scrub Cleanser , an energizing face wash by Origins. Wake up your skin and your mind will follow suit! Drink some water. Fill up a water bottle with cold water at night and leave it on your nightstand and it will still be cool in the morning for you to sip from! We love this white marble Elements Bottle . Adding some exercise to your morning can really wake you up as well. Yoga and some deep stretching can help you focus on your breathing and getting your body moving. One bonus to working out first thing in the morning is that you are able to get it done and you won’t have to think about it for the rest of the day. Write down your to-do list! This will give you a clear picture of what you need to accomplish during the day. Tip: Start your list with something you have already accomplished, like brushing your teeth or getting dressed. Cross this item off your list when it is done. Doing so will trick your brain into wanting to cross more items off your list! Instant motivation. Here’s to good mornings every day in your apartment this week here in Atlanta, Georgia! Thanks for reading the Arrive Buckhead Blog!

Relax in Atlanta

This month, we’re featuring a few of our favorite ways you can treat yourselves and relax after a long day of work. Forget your stress and spend some time relaxing. We hope that you have a great month here in your Arrive Buckhead apartment in Atlanta, Georgia. Yoga Yoga is a great way to relax after a long day of work. The New York Times has a great guide to yoga called Yoga for Everyone . Learn basic poses, the history of yoga, meditation poses, and the benefits of yoga in their article. Comfort Food Brownie Marshmallow Crunch Bars from Valerie’s Kitchen You haven’t lived until you’ve tried these brownie marshmallow crunch bars. Layer brownie, marshmallow, and a peanut-butter/chocolate crunch layer. We recommend having a scoop of your favorite vanilla ice cream with your brownie crunch bars. Mini Creme Brulee Cheesecakes from Tastemade Broil these sugar-coated mini cheesecakes for one of the sweetest treats you’ll ever try. Drizzle these mini creme brulee cheesecakes with chocolate or caramel for even more flavor. These are the perfect sweet treat for your next night in. Binge Watch Something Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Seasons 1-2 Crazy Ex-Girlfriend follows Manhattan lawyer Rebecca Bunch (Rachel Bloom) as she realizes that her ambitious, high-powered life has left her anxious and depressed. A chance meeting with her ex-boyfriend Josh Chan (Vincent Rodriguez II) convinces her to move to Josh’s hometown, West Covina, CA. Rebecca is certain that the only way she’ll be happy is if she gets back together with Josh. Josh’s girlfriend, Valencia (Gabrielle Ruiz), and best friend, Greg Serrano (Santino Fontana), are immediately suspicious of the overly-friendly Rebecca. This musical comedy is one of our favorites. The Crown Season 1 The twenty-five-year-old Queen Elizabeth II (Claire Foy) must balance family responsibilities with her position as Queen. Her commitment to both comes into question as she has to make difficult decisions regarding her husband’s (Matt Smith) role in the monarchy and her sister’s (Vanessa Kirby) affair with divorced commoner Peter Townsend (Ben Miles). This critically-acclaimed series gives an inside look into this famous family and the politics (and scandals) that have shaped them. What’s your favorite way to relax after a long day of work? Let us know in the comments below. Thanks for reading our post!

2017 Movies to Rewatch

When it comes to movies, 2017 had a lot of great ones! That’s why for today’s post, we’re sharing a few of our favorites. Grab a friend from Atlanta and head to our Arrive Buckhead apartment community as you reflect on your favorite 2017 movies. Which ones are you excited to watch again and again? Best Picture Dunkirk “Allied soldiers from Belgium, the British Empire and France are surrounded by the German Army, and evacuated during a fierce battle in World War II.” Best Superhero Movie Logan “In the near future, a weary Logan (Hugh Jackman) cares for an ailing Professor X (Patrick Stewart) at a remote outpost on the Mexican border. His plan to hide from the outside world gets upended when he meets a young mutant (Dafne Keen) who is very much like him. Logan must now protect the girl and battle the dark forces that want to capture her.” Best Horror Picture Get Out “Now that Chris (Daniel Kaluuya) and his girlfriend, Rose (Allison Williams), have reached the meet-the-parents milestone of dating, she invites him for a weekend getaway upstate with Missy and Dean. At first, Chris reads the family's overly accommodating behavior as nervous attempts to deal with their daughter's interracial relationship, but as the weekend progresses, a series of increasingly disturbing discoveries lead him to a truth that he never could have imagined.” Funniest The Big Sick “Kumail is a Pakistani comic who meets an American graduate student named Emily at one of his stand-up shows. As their relationship blossoms, he soon becomes worried about what his traditional Muslim parents will think of her. When Emily suddenly comes down with an illness that leaves her in a coma, Kumail finds himself developing a bond with her deeply concerned mother and father.” Best Drama Stronger “Jeff Bauman loses both of his legs when two bombs explode during the Boston Marathon on April 15, 2013. After regaining consciousness in the hospital, Jeff is able to help law enforcement identify one of the suspects, but his own battle is just beginning. With unwavering support from his family and girlfriend, Bauman embarks on a long and heroic journey to physical and emotional rehabilitation.” Best Soundtrack The Lost City of Z “At the dawn of the 20th century, British explorer Percy Fawcett journeys into the Amazon, where he discovers evidence of a previously unknown, advanced civilization that may have once inhabited the region. Despite being ridiculed by the scientific establishment, which views indigenous populations as savages, the determined Fawcett, supported by his devoted wife, son, and aide-de-camp, returns to his beloved jungle in an attempt to prove his case.” Honorable Mentions: Wonder Woman , War For the Planet of the Apes , Baby Driver , Logan Lucky , IT , John Wick: Chapter 2 , and Blade Runner 2049 . Worst Movies: The Snowman , Geostorm , The Emoji Movie , Tulip Fever , and The Mummy Want to add a few movies to our list, or change a few of our selected titles? Share your thoughts in the comments below. Thanks for reading and happy New Year!

Welcome to the Arrive Buckhead Blog

Welcome to the Arrive Buckhead Blog! Bringing apartment living tips, DIY projects, and information about Atlanta to the blog page is what we do. We will be posting about local events, places to eat, and places to visit. You may also read blog posts about the area, its quirky bits, fun facts, and unique features. We also write about our apartment community, cooking, and every now and then we may throw in book and movie reviews. Check back often to see what’s happening on the blog. To get things started, here’s a little bit about our community. Arrive Buckhead is a luxury apartment community located in Atlanta, GA just off of GA 400 and I-85 in the lovely Buckhead-Lindbergh neighborhood. Our apartment community is just minutes away from Lenox Square Mall and Phipps Plaza where you can find world-class shopping. Also nearby are several recreational areas and a multitude of dining and entertainment options. Commuting is made easy by the several transit options available to get you anywhere in the city. You’ll love the convenience that comes with living here. All of our apartments are recently renovated and feature stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Many of our apartments also include an adjoining private balcony or patio area. Our apartment community includes a swimming pool, fitness center, resident clubhouse, business center, bocce ball court, and much more. You will always feel secure with our controlled building access and on-site management. We are also a pet-friendly community that welcomes both cats and dogs with only a few breed restrictions. Come make Arrive Buckhead home and enjoy all the perks that come along with living here! What is your favorite thing about our apartment community? Let us know by leaving a comment on this post. Check back every month to see what is new on our blog! Thanks for reading.