Nicole Letts

lifestyle writer specializing in women's interests, travel, wellness, and the modern Southern experience

Nicole Letts is a freelance writer and columnist with clips in publications the likes of BBC, AAA Alabama Journey, Atlanta Magazine, Modern Luxury, Fodor's, Good Grit, TimeOut, StyleBlueprint, and more. With work ranging from fashion to food and from personal interests to travel destinations, Nicole focuses on capturing the modern Southern voice. When she’s not burning the midnight writing oil, you can expect to find her dipping in her favorite area shops or bellied up to the bar at the latest restaurant on her search of the best French 75. Nicole lives with her husband and Jack Russell Terrier mix pup in the heart of Atlanta.

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Good Grit
11/06/2020
Sleepless in Atlanta

Pastry Chef Claudia Martinez devotes herself to her food and her city.

BBC Travel
The US' oldest Mardi Gras celebration

Crossing barriers is something Ms Pat has tackled her entire life. Having first learned to sew from her mother, a skilled seamstress who made the family's clothes out of desire, not necessity, she excelled in sewing in her home economics classes at Mobile's Murphy High School.

Good Grit
08/13/2020
Unchartered Territory

John Washburne on opening a restaurant amid Covid-19 Words by Nicole Letts In late February, before Covid-19 shook the restaurant industry to its core, Evelyn and John Washburne met with architects about their new Italian concept, Alla Campagna. It is to be housed in the historic limestone building at 342 West Main Street.

Goodgritmag
08/10/2020
10 Southern Artists that Bring Summer to You

THESE WORKS MAKE WAVES IN YOUR HOME Words by Nicole Letts In the South, summer is synonymous with our beaches. Beloved trips to places like Gulf Shores, 30A and the Outer Banks often fill our calendars, giving us something to look forward to each summer.

Good Grit
05/01/2020
Better Together

Evelyn & John Washburne make a difference with food in Fredericksburg, Texas

Simply Buckhead
07/16/2020
CRAFTED IN CALM | Simply Buckhead

Buckhead artist Sally King Benedict finds inspiration in people and through yoga Sally King Benedict is among one of the most illustrious names in Atlanta's contemporary art scene. Best known for her round, geometric faces, the 30-something Buckhead resident's work is hallmarked by playful squiggles, broad-lined brushstrokes, angular shapes and whimsical dots and rings.

Simply Buckhead
06/18/2020
Old Soul, New Style | Simply Buckhead

Buckhead interior design prodigy Kevin O'Gara dishes on design At 22 years old, Buckhead native and fifth generation Atlantan Kevin O'Gara has already done what many interior designers only dream of. He is the editor of the highly successful design blog "Thou Swell" and is the founder of product studio Kevin Francis Design.

Simply Buckhead
06/18/2020
YOUNG AT ART | Simply Buckhead

Kate Waddell brings her whimsical still life paintings to Atlanta Kate Waddell's art journey almost ended after her first painting class at the College of Charleston. The session, which involved painting a draped towel, revealed Waddell's classmates "smooth and classic lines and gradients." Her painting, however, looked much more geometric and saturated.

Simply Buckhead
06/18/2020
Cool Off in Kohler | Simply Buckhead

Wisconsin offers golf lovers and wellness seekers the best of both worlds My alarm chimed at 6 a.m., raising me from plush, luxurious bedding at The American Club, the Midwest's only AAA and Forbes Five Star resort in Kohler, Wisconsin. Unlike most other mornings (I am a night owl), I opened my eyes immediately and...