Historic Charm combined with artful hospitality.

A hip and contemporary place to meet for cocktailsor hold your next event.

S T U D I OA T T H E A R T M O R E

BoutiqueHospitalityManagement

Karen Brown

[M]786.382.6415 [O] 305.728.3004 [F]305.728.3004 Miami Beach FL, 33140boutique-hospitality.com

1302 West Peachtree St., Atlantaartmorehotel.com 800.548.5631

TIFF-NAY VIXEN TASHIA

SHAUN SKYLER JOLENED A N I E L S L E E D O V E R

S TA R R I N GM Y S I S T E R ’ S R O O M P r e s e n t s A B E N E F I T

5.9.0.

001

S U N D AY

9 - 1 2 A M9 - 1 2 A M

WE RUN, SO SOMEDAY THEY CAN.

Suggested Entry DonationSuggested Entry Donationof $5 to benefi t

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

1271 Glenwood Ave. SE, Atlanta GA, 30316

Enter Raffl e to WIN a pair of tickets toSexecola Beach for Memorial Day Weekend!

Cohen Chiropractic Centre2140 Peachtree RD NW Suite 203 Atlanta, GA 30309

Office: 404.355.5499

www.CohenChiropracticCentre.com

Call to RSVP for our next free dinner!Limited to first 30 people. $49

ONLY Full chiropractic and health exam including digital x-rays. ($225 value)

“I used to have zero interest in living a healthy lifestyle. Dr. C changed all of that.”

-Gordon G

“Dr. Cohen has gone over and above the call of duty to help my

family.”-Joshua H

“If you want to improve your health and have fun doing it, then definitely

go here!”-Jessica C

FREE Dinner With Doc

Austin Cohen, DC

Providing the Attention You Deserve

Specializing in:Foot & Ankle Disorders & Surgery Diabetic Foot Care Complex Wound Care

We treat individuals of all ages using both conservative methods & Surgery

Visit us at either one of our locations for all your foot and ankle care.

2450 Atlanta HighwaySuite 402

Cumming, GA 30040 678-807-8320

3280 Howell Mill Rd. NWSuite 326Atlanta, GA 30327440-355-3788

Call either numbers today,Same day appointments available

Do you need diabetic shoes & inserts, compression stockings or orthotics?

Visit us today,You might just dance out of our offices!!

www.ChoicePodiatryCenter.com

Dr. Vivian C. Iwu & Dr. Jonnica Dozier

Most major insurance plans are accepted andwe are accepting new patients. Appointments are available to you with little to no waiting.

We accept major credit cards & checks

Publisher TW Media Group, LLCEditor-In-Chief William Duffee-BraunGraphic Art Director Christopher BarkerSenior Writer Patrick SaundersContributing Photographer Louis LindicFashion Photographer Steve Thackston (stevethackston.com)Digital Editing Josh Rud (www.lunarimaging.net) Contributing Writers/EditorsJack Mauro, Kelley Pounders, Ernesto Francisco, David Kinney, Adam Morrison, Lucy Dixon

Any photographs of persons are the responsibility of the submitter who expressly indemnifies Fenuxe Magazine (henceforth “Fenuxe”) and its affiliates against claims for any unauthorized use thereof. In conjunction with this indemnity, the submitter expressly warrants that use of any photos submitted is fully authorized by the subject and photographer. Fenuxe reserves the right to publish submis-sions of photographs or other images without providing credit for images. Fenuxe does not guarantee that credit will be provided for any material. The appearance of subjects and contributors in photographs or editorial matter in Fenuxe is not to be construed as indicative of the sexual orientation or personal practices of any individual. No implication with respect thereto is intended, and none should be inferred.

To Advertise, please call 404.835.2016 or visit www.fenuxe.com

Published by TW MEDIA GROUP©2010 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.1123 Zonolite Road, Suite 7B, Atlanta, GA 30306Phone: 404.835.2016 Fax: 404.835.2356Opinions and claims made by advertisers are those of the advertisers only. Fenuxe accepts no liability for any claims made by advertisers. The views and opinions expressed in this issue are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency of TW Media Group, LLC.

Hello Atlanta!

Often the last thing on everyone’s mind is working out or maintaining healthy habits. Poor habits com-pounded with unnecessary stress create a perfect storm for your body. We’ve been known to make excuses, avoid the gym or eat poorly.

Well SPRING is in the air and everywhere you look we see things are shaping up. It’s time for us to shape up as well! It’s more than just lifting weights or dieting. Maintaining an active lifestyle will make you feel great! This issue explores activity and healthy habits. We at Fenuxe pledge to devote more time each day to what’s most important – our health. We hope that you’ll join us.

So turn the page, hop on the elliptical, and discover new ways to acquire the health you deserve.

See you in two weeks!

WilliamWilliam Duffee-BraunEditor-In-Chief

EDITOR’SNOTE

V I S I T U S O N T H E W E B

www.fenuxe.com

Become a fan on Follow Us on

EDITOR’SNOTEDavid Morris, MDAmy Swartz, MDRodney Fox, APRN

David Morris, MDAmy Swartz, MDRodney Fox, APRN

WeFollowYOURCare

WeFollowYOURCare

P:404.355.3788F:404.355.6370

3280 Howell Mill RoadSuite 326 Atlanta, GA 30327www.pridemedical.com

FREE, ANONYMOUS, CONFIDENTIAL, HIV TESTING

IN-HOUSE RETAILPHARMACY OPEN

TO THE PUBLIC

Pride Medical can take careof all your pharmacy needs.

We accept most Health Insurance and Drug Cards.

If you have any questions concerning yourcoverage, someone from the pharmacy oradministrative staff will be happy to verify

your Pharmacy Benefits to you.

.Infusion Therapy .Pharmacy Services .X-Ray Services .Facial Fillers .Nutritional Counseling .BIA’s .Treatment for Hepatitis .Treatment for AIDS Wasting .In-House Labs .Massage Therapy .Insurance Assistance .Patient Advocacy

FeatureContents 2010.6.5

F.E.N.U.X.EFashion Workout WardobeEvents Playing The FieldNightlife Drink To Your HealthUrban Culture Rails & TrailsX-plore Living the Life: Costa RicaEats Kyma

12

10

14

The AgendaA complete list of happenings in Atlanta28

29

24

3231

424441

46

David Buer:The Fenuxe InterviewTyler Perry’s celebrity trainerdiscusses fitness tips and myths

Midtown Atlanta Directory

Full feature map of Bars, Clubs,Restaurants, Attractions, etc.

Gay Atlanta SmokeOut

The rising non-smoking trend

7 Ways to Live Longer Doctor’s Orders

Crossword Puzzle

In The Stars

Ask MaryHumorous advice from

Mary Makers-McMarkMary Makers-McMark

Flashing Lights

Fit FashionActive and Attractive

Earbud Breakdown

Hottest headphones on the market

10

19

23

32

40Weighty Issues:Those Boys at The Gym

http://www.allstateagencies.com/JayMassey/Welcome

elebrity trainer David Buer has worked with Tyler Perry, local news anchors, professional athletes and LL Cool J, so you’d never figure he was the fat kid who got picked on at

the playground. After surviving the torments of youth as well as a horrific car accident, he rose to national prominence.

And now, the gay-friendly fitness guru has an immaculate 4,700 square foot studio in the heart of Buckhead, is a contributing writer to LL Cool J’s upcoming book “Platinum 360 Diet & Lifestyle” and is working on a fitness book with “Blossom” and “Dancing With The Stars” actor Joey Lawrence.

Fenuxe talks to Buer about his celebrity cli-ents, fitness tips and myths, working with gay clients, overcoming adversity and mak-ing the most out of life.

Fenuxe: How did you reach this point in your career as a celebrity trainer?

Buer: I was the fattest kid in school growing up and English was my second language, so I was the subject of many jokes.

C

10 FENUXEMAGAZINE

I began to find comfort in food, until one day finding my I began to find comfort in food, until one day finding my Dad watch Mike Tyson fights on HBO. I started imitating Dad watch Mike Tyson fights on HBO. I started imitating what Mike would do. I started getting into a little bit of what Mike would do. I started getting into a little bit of trouble so my Dad decided to channel that into boxing. trouble so my Dad decided to channel that into boxing. But my Mom said that I could do anything I want in this But my Mom said that I could do anything I want in this world---except for fighting. So I gave up boxing for my world---except for fighting. So I gave up boxing for my Mom and my Grandma and moved onto other sports. Mom and my Grandma and moved onto other sports.

I was fortunate to work alongside some of the top I was fortunate to work alongside some of the top strength and conditioning coaches in the country. I strength and conditioning coaches in the country. I would intern with them and they would give me the perwould intern with them and they would give me the per-spective of being an athlete and a trainer at the same spective of being an athlete and a trainer at the same time.

My first high profile client was Rick Roufus, the 7-time My first high profile client was Rick Roufus, the 7-time world kickboxing champion. He’s a legend in kickboxworld kickboxing champion. He’s a legend in kickbox-ing. After the success that I had with him, the word got ing. After the success that I had with him, the word got out and I ended up hooking up with Dave “Scooter” out and I ended up hooking up with Dave “Scooter” Honig, who was best known for his work with LL Cool J. Honig, who was best known for his work with LL Cool J. He and I partnered up and started networking together He and I partnered up and started networking together and that allowed me to gain more notoriety and go from and that allowed me to gain more notoriety and go from there.

Fenuxe:Fenuxe: Who was your first celebrity client from the enWho was your first celebrity client from the en-tertainment world?tertainment world?

Buer: Tyler Perry. I helped him prepare for Madea’s Tyler Perry. I helped him prepare for Madea’s Family Reunion and we ended up dropping about 80 Family Reunion and we ended up dropping about 80 pounds for that role.pounds for that role.

Fenuxe:Fenuxe: Which celebrity client Which celebrity client stood out or surprised you based stood out or surprised you based on what you had heard about on what you had heard about them before actually meeting?them before actually meeting?

Buer: I was surprised with Tyler I was surprised with Tyler Perry given that he’s a man that Perry given that he’s a man that wears many hats and is involved wears many hats and is involved in so many different projects and in so many different projects and endeavors. At that time he was endeavors. At that time he was writing a book and he had a movie writing a book and he had a movie and he was working on TV shows and building a studio. and he was working on TV shows and building a studio. It blew my mind that he was able to juggle all of that and It blew my mind that he was able to juggle all of that and still be successful at what we were trying to achieve.still be successful at what we were trying to achieve.

Fenuxe: You’ve got two local news anchors from rival You’ve got two local news anchors from rival stations on your client list in 11 Alive’s Paul Ossmann stations on your client list in 11 Alive’s Paul Ossmann and Fox 5’s Amanda Davis. What kind of students are and Fox 5’s Amanda Davis. What kind of students are they?they?

Buer: They’re completely different, both are great. Paul They’re completely different, both are great. Paul has been working with me quite awhile. Since Paul has has been working with me quite awhile. Since Paul has been working with me, he was the first man to win the been working with me, he was the first man to win the U.S. Indoor and Outdoor Masters Track and Field shot U.S. Indoor and Outdoor Masters Track and Field shot put championship in the same year. He’s a character. put championship in the same year. He’s a character. During his workouts he refers to himself as “The Big During his workouts he refers to himself as “The Big Sexy” or “The Big Swole.” Sexy” or “The Big Swole.”

And Amanda Davis, she juggles an incredible schedule, And Amanda Davis, she juggles an incredible schedule, being that she’s a Fox 5 news anchor and does a lot of being that she’s a Fox 5 news anchor and does a lot of community work. She’s so dedicated and involved with community work. She’s so dedicated and involved with the Atlanta community that for her to be able to wake up the Atlanta community that for her to be able to wake up every morning and be motivated and dedicated to trainevery morning and be motivated and dedicated to train-ing and to live a healthy lifestyle and be a great example ing and to live a healthy lifestyle and be a great example is tremendous.

Fenuxe: Do you have any openly gay celebrity clients?Do you have any openly gay celebrity clients?

Buer: Buer: Not openly gay celebrities, no. But I have several Not openly gay celebrities, no. But I have several gay and lesbian non-celebrity clients. I will help anyonegay and lesbian non-celebrity clients. I will help anyone

achieve their goals regardless of whatever their achieve their goals regardless of whatever their situation is.situation is.

Fenuxe: Fenuxe: You got into a serious car accident You got into a serious car accident several years ago, can you tell me what hapseveral years ago, can you tell me what hap-pened and how you were able to come back pened and how you were able to come back from that and prosper?from that and prosper?

Buer: It was my 20th birthday and I was on my It was my 20th birthday and I was on my way to school and I got into a collision which way to school and I got into a collision which was quite severe. The car was totaled and was quite severe. The car was totaled and whoever had seen the vehicle thought that whoever had seen the vehicle thought that whoever was driving it didn’t make it. I ended whoever was driving it didn’t make it. I ended up going through the windshield partially and up going through the windshield partially and had lots of scarring and almost lost my left eye. had lots of scarring and almost lost my left eye.

But worse than the physical scarring, it was But worse than the physical scarring, it was emotionally and mentally traumatizing because emotionally and mentally traumatizing because it had held me up in my training and pursuit of it had held me up in my training and pursuit of trying to compete for the U.S. Olympic team trying to compete for the U.S. Olympic team as a sprinter. So dusting myself off and kind as a sprinter. So dusting myself off and kind of having to rebuild and restart from that was of having to rebuild and restart from that was quite a journey. quite a journey.

Fenuxe:Fenuxe: What are some of the biggest myths What are some of the biggest myths about diet or nutrition?about diet or nutrition?

Buer:Buer: The most common thing people feel The most common thing people feel is that you need to eat less in order to lose is that you need to eat less in order to lose

weight, or they believe that weight, or they believe that drinking too much water is drinking too much water is going to make them gain going to make them gain weight and get fat, or they weight and get fat, or they believe that healthy fats believe that healthy fats will make them be fat. I will make them be fat. I understand that the things understand that the things that life throws at you can that life throws at you can cause you to get stressed cause you to get stressed out and emotional, and out and emotional, and sometimes you make bad sometimes you make bad decisions as far as your decisions as far as your

eating and other things. But if you slip up, have eating and other things. But if you slip up, have a short-term memory. Move on from it, don’t try a short-term memory. Move on from it, don’t try to make up for it.to make up for it.

Fenuxe:Fenuxe: What are some of the biggest excuses What are some of the biggest excuses about exercising?about exercising?

Buer: “I don’t have time.” That’s the biggest “I don’t have time.” That’s the biggest one. Everybody has time. If you’ve got four one. Everybody has time. If you’ve got four minutes, you’ve got time. There’s a million minutes, you’ve got time. There’s a million ways to get creative around the house, there’s ways to get creative around the house, there’s various forms of training. If you have time to sit various forms of training. If you have time to sit down and watch TV or pull into the Starbucks down and watch TV or pull into the Starbucks drive-through, you have time to get a quick drive-through, you have time to get a quick workout in.workout in.

People are so quantity-driven as opposed to People are so quantity-driven as opposed to quality. Make the most out of every moment in quality. Make the most out of every moment in life and life will make the most out of you. Same life and life will make the most out of you. Same thing applies to exercising: make the most out thing applies to exercising: make the most out of every rep and your body and your physical of every rep and your body and your physical appearance will be where you want it to be.appearance will be where you want it to be.

For more information on For more information on David Buer visitDavid Buer visit

www.davidbuerfitness.comwww.davidbuerfitness.com

For more information on David Buer visit

11111111FENUXEMAGAZINE

Philips Surround Sound Black Earbuds

Nike Flow Earhook Headphones

Bose In-Ear Headphones

Philips Active Crystals Amazone Earphones Swarovski Crystal Accents

Bang & Olufsen Earset 3

Shure Sound-Isolating EarphonesPush-to-Hear Control

ou’re on the last three minutes on the treadmill or that one fi nal rep in your set,

completely in the zone and the music is pumping. Until it stops.

An earbud pops out or the music starts skipping every other word or the cord is so short it keeps popping out of your iPod. Fenuxe thinks you should be rewarded for get-ting to the gym. Don’t let your headphones catch you by surprise. Here are our selec-tions to keep the music and the workout alive!

Du

rab

ilit

y

Fu

nct

ion

ality

Pe

rso

na

lity

So

un

d

Pri

ce

1 2 3

4 5 6

Y

TURNTUNE

WORK

ONINOUT

Philips Surround Sound Black Earbuds

Nike Flow Earhook Headphones

Bose In-Ear HeadphonesHeadphones

PhilipsPhilips Active Crystals Active Crystals Amazone Earphones Swarovski Crystal Accents

Bang & OlufsenBang & OlufsenEarset 3

ShureShure Sound-Isolating Sound-Isolating Earphones Push-to-Hear Control

1

2

3

4

5

6

$21.99

$34.95

$99.95

$149.99

$199.00

$549.99

FITFACT

n addition to headphones, pay attention to what your body needs for a great workout. Did you know a lack of glutathione may be a huge contributor to lack of energy, mental focus, and sleep deprivation? Be healthy. Do your research to fi nd out what is needed to live a better life.I

Rankings on a scale of1 = POOR5 = EXCELLENT

3 1 2 2

4 5 2 3

2 3 3 5

3 2 5 3

2 4 4 5

3 4 3 5

121212 FENUXEMAGAZINE

The exclusive health patented product forenergy and protection the key to good health.

We believe you should have more good days than bad days!

The world’s most powerful antioxidant is not in a berry, a fruit, or a drink… It’s in your Body!!!

Glutathione: The Body’s Master Antioxidant.

David L. FritschMetro Atlanta

Independent Associate

david.maxgxl.com404.819.0061

david@max4u.com

FFASHION

6666

22222$29.89

22Abercrombie & 22Fitch Shorts2Lenox Mall, 3393 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30326

55555$149.00 5Apple Nano5Apple Nano5Lenox Mall, 3393 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30326 6$195.0066RLX Bag6Lenox Mall, 3393

Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30326

11111$40.0011Puma Shirt1Lenox Mall, 3393 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30326

33333$13.9533Salomon Socks31800 NortheastExpy. NE,Atlanta, GA 30329 44444$65.0044Puma Shoes4Lenox Mall, 3393

Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30326

THEBASICS

THETHEESSENTIALS

THEACCESSORIES

OK,OK,OK,so sometimes it takes a ton of motivation to get

OK,so sometimes it takes a ton of motivation to get

OK,to the gym. We all know it’s great for our bodies, OK,to the gym. We all know it’s great for our bodies, OK,mind, spirit and so on. Some days, though, it’s a OK,mind, spirit and so on. Some days, though, it’s a OK,task to get the inspiration.OK,task to get the inspiration.OK,But not if you have a great outfi t! One thing we’ve OK,But not if you have a great outfi t! One thing we’ve OK,learned is by planning a great outfi t, the gym learned is by planning a great outfi t, the gym

OK,learned is by planning a great outfi t, the gym

OK,OK,learned is by planning a great outfi t, the gym

OK,seems totally “do-able”... today at least.

OK,seems totally “do-able”... today at least.

OK,So what’s a great wardrobe? How do you turn heads while still getting in a productive workout? heads while still getting in a productive workout? Try a few of these:

TURNHEADS,BURNCALORIES

14141414 FENUXEMAGAZINE

EEVENTS

pringtime in Atlanta teems with wonderful scenes: patio season, shirtless runners on Piedmont and more gay sports leagues than there are group sings on “Glee.”sports leagues than there are group sings on “Glee.”

No matter if you were captain of the football team or last-No matter if you were captain of the football team or last-picked in dodgeball, there is an LGBT sports league for picked in dodgeball, there is an LGBT sports league for

you. And if you're not ready to jump in or the season has already you. And if you're not ready to jump in or the season has already started, there's a packed schedule through the spring for those who started, there's a packed schedule through the spring for those who like to watch.

You'll fi nd the men and women of the aptly-You'll fi nd the men and women of the aptly-named Atlanta Rainbow Trout named Atlanta Rainbow Trout [see “Flashing [see “Flashing Lights” on page 42] Lights” on page 42] at the GA Tech Aquatic Cen-at the GA Tech Aquatic Cen-ter putting in a swim, a dive or battling it out in ter putting in a swim, a dive or battling it out in water polo. And who doesn't want to fi nd their water polo. And who doesn't want to fi nd their own little Michael Phelps or Dara Torres? Prac-own little Michael Phelps or Dara Torres? Prac-tices and meets run practically year-round.tices and meets run practically year-round.

If nets and rackets are your forte, head to the If nets and rackets are your forte, head to the Glenlake Tennis Center where the Atlanta Team Glenlake Tennis Center where the Atlanta Team Tennis Association holds open play every Sat-Tennis Association holds open play every Sat-urday. There are opportunities aplenty to join urday. There are opportunities aplenty to join or form a team and compete against others, or form a team and compete against others, straight and gay, throughout the city.straight and gay, throughout the city.

And speaking of those shirtless runners, Front Runners Atlanta has And speaking of those shirtless runners, Front Runners Atlanta has got you covered with group runs on Saturday mornings and Monday got you covered with group runs on Saturday mornings and Monday and Wednesday nights. The group gathers after each trek for a post-and Wednesday nights. The group gathers after each trek for a post-run meal at an area restaurant so there ARE opportunities to get to run meal at an area restaurant so there ARE opportunities to get to know someone after you catch your breath.know someone after you catch your breath.

The hotspot for many reasons this season though is Candler Park The hotspot for many reasons this season though is Candler Park on Saturdays. The QB's are tossing bombs, the wide receivers are on Saturdays. The QB's are tossing bombs, the wide receivers are diving for catches and the all-gay National Flag Football League of diving for catches and the all-gay National Flag Football League of Atlanta [see “Flashing Lights on page 43][see “Flashing Lights on page 43] is bringing the heat through is bringing the heat through [see “Flashing Lights on page 43] is bringing the heat through [see “Flashing Lights on page 43]the end of May.the end of May.

If it's fútbol and not football you prefer, the Hotlanta Soccer Associa-If it's fútbol and not football you prefer, the Hotlanta Soccer Associa-tion has got you covered. Teams are competing against others (gay tion has got you covered. Teams are competing against others (gay and straight alike) in leagues throughout the city.and straight alike) in leagues throughout the city.

And the spring season might be over for the Hotlanta Volleyball As-And the spring season might be over for the Hotlanta Volleyball As-sociation but the bumping, setting and spiking continues with open sociation but the bumping, setting and spiking continues with open play at Agnes Scott on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays.play at Agnes Scott on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Softball might be the ultimate spring sport though if the Softball might be the ultimate spring sport though if the teams formed by Woofs, BJ Roosters and Crimpers hair sa-teams formed by Woofs, BJ Roosters and Crimpers hair sa-lon are any indication. The Hotlanta Softball League battles lon are any indication. The Hotlanta Softball League battles it out through July before starting up again for “fall ball” in it out through July before starting up again for “fall ball” in September. Just watch out for the lethal ladies who call September. Just watch out for the lethal ladies who call themselves the Violent Femmes. Now those are Fenuxe themselves the Violent Femmes. Now those are Fenuxe Women!

And the scrums are nowhere to be seen till next season for the And the scrums are nowhere to be seen till next season for the Atlanta Bucks rugby team, but we've obviously got no shortage Atlanta Bucks rugby team, but we've obviously got no shortage of alternatives to get out, get fi t and meet a friend or two. A lot of alternatives to get out, get fi t and meet a friend or two. A lot of us grew up dreading gym class---now we've got the chance to of us grew up dreading gym class---now we've got the chance to make up for it and get our game on!

Please visit atlantagaysports.com for more information about all these teams.Please visit information about all these teams.Please visit information about all these teams.

SPLAYING

THE FIELD

15151515FENUXEMAGAZINE

he Fenuxe Man and Woman can party all night and still maintain a badass fi gure. maintain a badass fi gure. Here’s how they do it:

FACT: Often it’s not the choice of al-cohol but the mixer that pops the but-cohol but the mixer that pops the but-tons off your Diesels. That means no strawberry daiquiris, no lime mojitos, no sour apple martinis and---though it pains us greatly to say this---no mar-garitas. Tonic water is a safer bet but soda water is the king of the mixer: 0 calories.calories.

FACT: Red wine: Yes, red wine can be high in calories, but don’t forget those lovely antioxidants! And “they” those lovely antioxidants! And “they” say red wine can make for a healthy heart in the right doses. So nix the sweet wines if you want to keep the sweet wines if you want to keep the waistline. Stick with a dry red like a Cab or Merlot.

FACT:FACT: The Proof is in the Padding. The Proof is in the Padding. The higher proof the liquor, the more calories. Think you’re tough drink-ing Bacardi 151, Everclear or Golden Grain? You’re just being tough on your Grain? You’re just being tough on your body. And you’re throwing up on my shoes.

Set a drinking budget for the night...and please keep it in the double dig-and please keep it in the double dig-its. This will help both your bottom lines look good.

A slightly better-for-you drink recipe:

The Fenuxe Fizzy

Serve over ice. Garnish with an orange slice. (ok – if you need something sweeter, try Sprite Zero instead of soda water.)

Why do we choose 3 Vodka? This Why do we choose 3 Vodka? This zero carb, zero sugar, zero gluten, zero fat, soy-distilled vodka is the fi rst ever to receive a perfect 100 score taste rating from IBAT (Inter-score taste rating from IBAT (Inter-national Beverage Alcohol Testing).national Beverage Alcohol Testing).

NNIGHTLIFE

T

SIPTIP

1 part 3 Vodka3 parts soda waterSplash of cranberry juiceSplash of cranberry juice

HEALTHDRINK TO YOUR

161616 FENUXEMAGAZINE

81 Peachtree Place, #4 - MidtownThe Palmer House$445,000 2 bedroom/1.5 bath

Intown living - almost 2000sf

Glass sunroom o� living room & dining room o�ers stunning Midtown views

Original 14' ceilings, mouldings, hardwood floors, butler's pantry & fireplace

New kitchen with granite counters & stainless steel appliances

Gated/garaged parking & elevator

Walk to MARTA & Piedmont Park

215 Mitchell St, #10 AtlantaHistoric Gordon Lofts$675,000 2 bedroom/2.5 bath

Luxurious loft style living - almost 4000 sf

Original hardwood floors, 14' ceilings & exposed brick walls throughout

Living area & dining on main. Chef's kitchen with Viking & SubZero appliances.

Upper level features: library area with fireplace, wet bar, den + media area.

Huge master suite with separate study, whirlpool tub & separate shower.

Rooftop deck with grill area & downtown city views

Direct.404.493.1551 Fax.404.329.2084www.bosellshouses.com

Bo Kersey, RealtorKeller Williams Realty, Peachtree Road

*All information deemed accurate, but not guaranteed

÷÷÷ +=+÷+÷+÷+÷ =+ =+÷+÷ Pam Schloemer, Presidentwww.schloemerbookkeeping.com

pam@schloemerbookeeping.com770.237.9173

SCHLOEMERBOOKKEEPINGSERVICES=

+x÷

let US do the math=++÷+÷ =+ =pam@schloemerbookeeping.com+pam@schloemerbookeeping.com+÷+÷pam@schloemerbookeeping.com÷+÷ =+ =pam@schloemerbookeeping.com =+ =+770.237.9173+ =+ =770.237.9173 =+ =

UURBANCULTURE

The Fenuxe Man and Woman know how to roam. Yes friends, there The Fenuxe Man and Woman know how to roam. Yes friends, there are better, and often healthier, ways to get around our fair city than by are better, and often healthier, ways to get around our fair city than by car. The options grow more attractive every day.car. The options grow more attractive every day.

The amount of trail options has exploded in the last 15 years, thanks The amount of trail options has exploded in the last 15 years, thanks primarily to the non-profi t PATH Foundation. Want a straight shot from primarily to the non-profi t PATH Foundation. Want a straight shot from downtown Atlanta to Decatur and back? Hit up the Freedom Park trail downtown Atlanta to Decatur and back? Hit up the Freedom Park trail for a beautiful 3-mile trek and visit the Decatur Farmer’s Market while for a beautiful 3-mile trek and visit the Decatur Farmer’s Market while you’re at it.

Still up for more? Make a beeline eastward down the trail for Stone Still up for more? Make a beeline eastward down the trail for Stone Mountain Park. You’ll fi nd 12 unforgettable miles full of greenery and Mountain Park. You’ll fi nd 12 unforgettable miles full of greenery and scenery. Also, with so many regulars, keep an eye out because you scenery. Also, with so many regulars, keep an eye out because you scenery. Also, with so many regulars, keep an eye out because you might just make a new friend!

Don’t neglect the west though. The Silver Comet Trail kicks off in Don’t neglect the west though. The Silver Comet Trail kicks off in Don’t neglect the west though. The Silver Comet Trail kicks off in Don’t neglect the west though. The Silver Comet Trail kicks off in Smyrna and shoots 60 miles out ALLLL the way to Alabama. Camp-Smyrna and shoots 60 miles out ALLLL the way to Alabama. Camp-Smyrna and shoots 60 miles out ALLLL the way to Alabama. Camp-Smyrna and shoots 60 miles out ALLLL the way to Alabama. Camp-ground and hotel accommodations abound along the way if you want ground and hotel accommodations abound along the way if you want ground and hotel accommodations abound along the way if you want ground and hotel accommodations abound along the way if you want to make a night of it. Otherwise make it a day trip, play as long as to make a night of it. Otherwise make it a day trip, play as long as to make a night of it. Otherwise make it a day trip, play as long as you’d like, and you’ll be back on the patio at Joe’s just in time for you’d like, and you’ll be back on the patio at Joe’s just in time for you’d like, and you’ll be back on the patio at Joe’s just in time for you’d like, and you’ll be back on the patio at Joe’s just in time for happy hour.

Shifting gears from trails to rails, why not take advantage of MARTA Shifting gears from trails to rails, why not take advantage of MARTA Shifting gears from trails to rails, why not take advantage of MARTA Shifting gears from trails to rails, why not take advantage of MARTA Shifting gears from trails to rails, why not take advantage of MARTA for a change? Midtown station has a new train coming through every for a change? Midtown station has a new train coming through every for a change? Midtown station has a new train coming through every 15 minutes to get you where you’re going. Switch trains at Five Points 15 minutes to get you where you’re going. Switch trains at Five Points and head eastward to Decatur to try the grilled lollipop lamb chops at and head eastward to Decatur to try the grilled lollipop lamb chops at and head eastward to Decatur to try the grilled lollipop lamb chops at the super gay-friendly Parker’s on Ponce.the super gay-friendly Parker’s on Ponce.

Don’t miss the bus either! A fl eet of MARTA buses rumble through Don’t miss the bus either! A fl eet of MARTA buses rumble through Don’t miss the bus either! A fl eet of MARTA buses rumble through nearly 150 routes throughout the city. Whether it’s by bus or rails, us-nearly 150 routes throughout the city. Whether it’s by bus or rails, us-ing public transportation really makes Atlanta feel like city-living. Plus ing public transportation really makes Atlanta feel like city-living. Plus ing public transportation really makes Atlanta feel like city-living. Plus ing public transportation really makes Atlanta feel like city-living. Plus think of all the calories burned hopping from one point to the next.think of all the calories burned hopping from one point to the next.think of all the calories burned hopping from one point to the next.think of all the calories burned hopping from one point to the next.think of all the calories burned hopping from one point to the next.think of all the calories burned hopping from one point to the next.think of all the calories burned hopping from one point to the next.think of all the calories burned hopping from one point to the next.think of all the calories burned hopping from one point to the next.think of all the calories burned hopping from one point to the next.

And nothing has people talking about the future of our city more than the spectacular Beltline project. The 22-mile line is currently under construction and will include a transit system, footpaths and 2,500 acres of redeveloped land and green space. Word has it that a street-car system is in the works, which would give us a little bit of that San Fran feel, suitable for the NEW gayest city in the nation.Fran feel, suitable for the NEW gayest city in the nation.

It’s about experiencing our beautiful city in alternate ways that could also be benefi cial to your health. So whether by foot, bike, bus or also be benefi cial to your health. So whether by foot, bike, bus or train, the B-52’s were right---we really can roam if we want to. But we don’t recommend roller-skating down 10th Street---leave that to the professionals at Blake’s.professionals at Blake’s.

RAILSTRAILS

+

Additional information available atwww.pathfoundation.org

www.itsmarta.com www.beltline.org

18 FENUXEMAGAZINE

XX-PLORE

ura vida” is not just a Costa Rican phrase, it’s a phi-losophy. It’s about perseverance, appreciating life, celebrating the good times and resilience in the face of difficult times. All are qualities that could be at-tributed to our community.

Costa Rica offers more than just a philosophy: white sand beaches, virgin forests and abundant wildlife both lush and tropical. Muy gay-friendly with great opportunities to hike, swim, surf and moun-tain climb. This is Rich Coast. This is Costa Rica.

Call 1-800-221-1212 to book your Delta flight to Juan Santamaria International Airport just outside of San Jose. It’s such a short flight that you can grab breakfast at the Flying Biscuit and be tipping back a Corona in San Jose by lunchtime.

Make your stay in San Jose at Hotel Kekoldi (786-221-9011, Avenida 9, between Calle 5 and 7).

P

”

19FENUXEMAGAZINE

COSTA RICA

20 FENUXEMAGAZINE

The Rio Celeste and Tenorio Volcáno Hike is a mystical and enchanting journey with fantastic views near Volcan Arenal.

21FENUXEMAGAZINE

Kekoldi is gay-owned and located in a historic Art Deco building which offers a secluded diversion from the hectic streets of San Jose.

For dinner, hit up Cafe Mundo (2222-6190, Calle 15 y Avenida 9, 200m este y 100m norte del INS), a favorite for those looking for a taste of Italian as well as classic Costa Rican dishes.

Dinner is done so let’s explore! There’s a gay area of town just south of Central Park that caters to locals and foreigners alike---and it turns more gay as the night wears on! You’ll run into any number of men at La Avispa (506-2223-5343, 250 m. sur de Banco Popular) or El Bochinche (506-221-0500, Calle 11, Ave. 10 y 12) so take your pick of bars, and your time.

While you’re in Costa Rica, you have to see the gorgeous Manuel Antonio National Park and an even better-looking gay community. The beach scene is immaculate in Manuel Antonio and neighboring Quepos. You’re walking through the finest white sand by the clearest blue water in all of Costa Rica. And it’s packed with eye candy! The four-hour drive from San Jose is rocky so we suggest the smooth one-hour flight.

Fenuxe’s first choice for hotel accommodations is the gay-owned Hotel Villa Roca (506-2777-1349, Carretera hacia al Parque Nacional, Que-pos 6350), a uniquely exotic oasis with generous views of Manuel Antonio National Park and the Pacific.

There are many nearby trails that wind delicately around Punta Catedral offering unforgettable views of the tropical forest that just kisses the high tide line.

Now that you’ve worked up an appetite, would a view of the sprawling rainforest and the Pacific suit you? Take a seat upstairs at Gato Negro (506-2777-1728). This black cat is definitely good luck.

Then it’s on to sunset drinks at the quiet, colorful Salsipuedes (2777-5019, Main road, north of Bar-ba Roja) before stopping by the lively little sec-ond floor bar/disco Tutu (506-777-0408, Above Gato Negro, Casitas Eclipse). This is the ultimate Costa Rican night for the gay traveler.

Give gay-owned Gecko Trail Adventures a shout. Whitewater rafting on the Pacuare River, sail-ing and snorkeling in the cool Pacific, ziplining through the jungle canopy of Cahuita National Park, relaxing in the hot springs while watching volcanoes erupt. Whatever your flavor, the ad-venture awaits.

Embrace all you can in Costa Rica. You’ve got easy travel options, places to stay, fresh cuisine to sample, drinks to finish and beaches, lakes and volcanoes to explore. All in a gay-friendly, heart-healthy way. Embrace pura vida.

TRAVEL

ACCOMMODATIONS

RESTAURANTS

TRIPHIGHLIGHTS

ATTRACTIONS

NIGHTLIFE

Four hours on a smooth Delta flight and you touch down in San Jose ready to explore.

Trust us with Hotel Kekoldi in San Jose and Hotel Villa Roca in Manuel Antonio. Support gay-owned businesses!

You’ll find exquisite Italian food at Cafe Mundo in San Jose or take in the rainforest and the Pacific views at Gato Negro in Manuel Antonio.

Visit Manuel Antonio National Park then head north to Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano for the hike of a lifetime!

There’s a gay area just south of Central Park in San Jose where you’ll see locals and foreigners alike at La Avispa or El Bochinche.

TRAVELTIP

ATMs are plentiful in Costa Rica and they typically dis-pense both U.S. dollars and colones. Visa will get you money at almost all ATMs and if you use Mastercard, try the ATMs in the AM/PM supermarkets.

222222 FENUXEMAGAZINE

EEATS

F E AT U R I N G

INSIDEINSIDEDISHDISH

Horiatiki Salata7 oz. Tomato, cut in a large dice6.5 oz. Cucumber, cut in a large dice1.5 oz. Green Bell Pepper, sliced11 oz. Red Onion, sliced oz. Red Onion, sliced2 tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil2 oz. Imported Feta Cheese, ½’’ thick, triangle¾ ¾ tsp. Kosher Salttsp. Kosher Salt½ tsp. Black Pepper, freshly ground¾ tsp. Red Wine VinegarAssorted Greek Olives

Slice and dice all vegetables.

Place vegetables in a mixing bowl.

Season with spices and dress with extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar.

Place in a serving dish and top with feta cheese.

1.2.

3.4.

rasping your partner’s hand while rasping your partner’s hand while dining under a blanket of stars surrounded by crisp whites and blues. Massive pillars of white blues. Massive pillars of white marble stationed throughout that

perfectly frame a gargantuan ice chest full of the reason for your visit: fresh fi sh.

It’s an upscale Greek classic and a welcome at-mosphere for our community. It’s Kyma.

And it’s entirely possible to enjoy all the splen-dors while watching your waistline. Fenuxe has the agenda.

Go with a pita spread for starters. Our choice is melitzanosalata, a smooth soiree of eggplant caviar and crumbled walnuts. A tasty, healthier alternative to the other spreads.alternative to the other spreads.

Now apps, apps, apps---or “meze” if you want to stay in character. Expand your mind and your stay in character. Expand your mind and your palette with the wood-grilled octopus, which ar-rives tenderly with a pickled red onion salad in a red wine vinaigrette.

Entree? Simple: love the lavraki. This fl aky Greek fi sh is fi lleted to fruition giving it a clean, mild fl avor dabbed carefully with lemon and olive oil. If fi rm not fl aky is your aim, go with the New oil. If fi rm not fl aky is your aim, go with the New Zealand treat the St. Pierre---rich, full-fl avored and protein for days.

Cap the evening with the homemade yogurt with Greek mountain honey, a tantalizing topping you won’t fi nd anytime soon in the grocery aisle.

We’re all set then. Make your reservation, sit amongst the stars, eat well without regret and nod hello to the other gay couples you’re sure to see taking in the spectacle of the contem-porarily traditional Greek grandeur of Kyma on Piedmont.

G

For more information on Kyma visit 3085 Piedmont Rd., Atlanta, GA 30305 or

you can visit www.kyma.com www.kyma.com you can visit www.kyma.com you can visit

232323FENUXEMAGAZINE

t’s expensive. It’s nasty. It t’s expensive. It’s nasty. It t’s expensive. It’s nasty. It t’s expensive. It’s nasty. It t’s expensive. It’s nasty. It t’s expensive. It’s nasty. It t’s expensive. It’s nasty. It t’s expensive. It’s nasty. It turns your teeth yellow. turns your teeth yellow. turns your teeth yellow. turns your teeth yellow. turns your teeth yellow. turns your teeth yellow. turns your teeth yellow. turns your teeth yellow. turns your teeth yellow. turns your teeth yellow. turns your teeth yellow. turns your teeth yellow. turns your teeth yellow. turns your teeth yellow. turns your teeth yellow. turns your teeth yellow. And no, we’re not talking And no, we’re not talking And no, we’re not talking And no, we’re not talking And no, we’re not talking And no, we’re not talking And no, we’re not talking And no, we’re not talking And no, we’re not talking And no, we’re not talking And no, we’re not talking And no, we’re not talking And no, we’re not talking And no, we’re not talking And no, we’re not talking And no, we’re not talking And no, we’re not talking about Red Bull and vodka.about Red Bull and vodka.about Red Bull and vodka.about Red Bull and vodka.about Red Bull and vodka.about Red Bull and vodka.about Red Bull and vodka.about Red Bull and vodka.about Red Bull and vodka.about Red Bull and vodka.about Red Bull and vodka.about Red Bull and vodka.

It’s smoking. Like AIDS, it affects It’s smoking. Like AIDS, it affects It’s smoking. Like AIDS, it affects It’s smoking. Like AIDS, it affects It’s smoking. Like AIDS, it affects It’s smoking. Like AIDS, it affects It’s smoking. Like AIDS, it affects It’s smoking. Like AIDS, it affects It’s smoking. Like AIDS, it affects It’s smoking. Like AIDS, it affects It’s smoking. Like AIDS, it affects our community much more than our community much more than our community much more than our community much more than our community much more than our community much more than our community much more than our community much more than our community much more than our community much more than our community much more than others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has others---except smoking has killed 50 times as many people killed 50 times as many people killed 50 times as many people killed 50 times as many people worldwide. worldwide.

Notable gay community center Notable gay community center Notable gay community center Notable gay community center Notable gay community center Notable gay community center Notable gay community center Notable gay community center Notable gay community center Notable gay community center Notable gay community center The D.C. Center for the LGBT The D.C. Center for the LGBT Community estimates that we Community estimates that we smoke at a rate anywhere besmoke at a rate anywhere besmoke at a rate anywhere besmoke at a rate anywhere besmoke at a rate anywhere be-tween 50% and 200% higher than tween 50% and 200% higher than the straight community. They say this is due in part to tobacco com-panies aggressively advertising panies aggressively advertising panies aggressively advertising to our community as well as the to our community as well as the to our community as well as the to our community as well as the to our community as well as the to our community as well as the to our community as well as the to our community as well as the to our community as well as the social stress of living in a society social stress of living in a society social stress of living in a society social stress of living in a society social stress of living in a society social stress of living in a society social stress of living in a society social stress of living in a society social stress of living in a society social stress of living in a society social stress of living in a society social stress of living in a society that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.that can be hostile to gay people.

Dr. Jason Schneider is one man Dr. Jason Schneider is one man Dr. Jason Schneider is one man Dr. Jason Schneider is one man Dr. Jason Schneider is one man Dr. Jason Schneider is one man Dr. Jason Schneider is one man Dr. Jason Schneider is one man that’s not happy about the numthat’s not happy about the numthat’s not happy about the numthat’s not happy about the numthat’s not happy about the num-bers. “It’s really frustrating to me bers. “It’s really frustrating to me bers. “It’s really frustrating to me bers. “It’s really frustrating to me bers. “It’s really frustrating to me bers. “It’s really frustrating to me as a physician in the community to as a physician in the community to as a physician in the community to as a physician in the community to as a physician in the community to see so many young people espesee so many young people espesee so many young people espe-cially, smoking,” says Schneider, cially, smoking,” says Schneider, cially, smoking,” says Schneider, cially, smoking,” says Schneider, cially, smoking,” says Schneider, cially, smoking,” says Schneider, cially, smoking,” says Schneider, cially, smoking,” says Schneider, Immediate Past President of the Immediate Past President of the Immediate Past President of the Immediate Past President of the Immediate Past President of the Immediate Past President of the Immediate Past President of the Immediate Past President of the Immediate Past President of the Gay & Lesbian Medical AssociaGay & Lesbian Medical AssociaGay & Lesbian Medical AssociaGay & Lesbian Medical AssociaGay & Lesbian Medical AssociaGay & Lesbian Medical AssociaGay & Lesbian Medical Associa-tion and current assistant profestion and current assistant profestion and current assistant profestion and current assistant profestion and current assistant profestion and current assistant profestion and current assistant profes-sor at Emory University School of sor at Emory University School of sor at Emory University School of sor at Emory University School of sor at Emory University School of Medicine.

Everyone has heard the dangers their entire lives. Smoking has been linked to a variety of life-threatening medical conditions and numerous forms of cancer.

If the obvious health risks don’t sway you, consider this: erectile dysfunction. Schneider counsels a lot of his male patients on quit-ting smoking as a means of curing E.D. How is that for motivation?!

“Quitting smoking is probably the single most important thing you can do for your health,” Schneider says.

Luckily, some local LGBT bar own-ers are trying to do something about it.

I

GAYATLANTASMOKE

?OUT

24242424 FENUXEMAGAZINE

First up was Bellissima. Owner Anna Ragghianti bartended at Blake’s First up was Bellissima. Owner Anna Ragghianti bartended at Blake’s First up was Bellissima. Owner Anna Ragghianti bartended at Blake’s for 10 years and inhaled her fair share of second-hand smoke. So for 10 years and inhaled her fair share of second-hand smoke. So for 10 years and inhaled her fair share of second-hand smoke. So she set heads turning when she decided to open up her own place she set heads turning when she decided to open up her own place she set heads turning when she decided to open up her own place in the old Miss Q’s spot in Amsterdam Walk in May 2008--- making it in the old Miss Q’s spot in Amsterdam Walk in May 2008--- making it in the old Miss Q’s spot in Amsterdam Walk in May 2008--- making it completely non-smoking.

But first they had to get the stench out of Miss Q’s. They pulled But first they had to get the stench out of Miss Q’s. They pulled But first they had to get the stench out of Miss Q’s. They pulled out a dirty, smoky, beer-stained carpet, grinded down and polished out a dirty, smoky, beer-stained carpet, grinded down and polished out a dirty, smoky, beer-stained carpet, grinded down and polished the concrete floors and cleaned the walls. “When we took pictures the concrete floors and cleaned the walls. “When we took pictures the concrete floors and cleaned the walls. “When we took pictures down, there were yellow rings on the walls,” says Ragghianti. “There down, there were yellow rings on the walls,” says Ragghianti. “There down, there were yellow rings on the walls,” says Ragghianti. “There was so much smoke.”

With that, the alluring ladies bar opened and Bellissima was in-busiWith that, the alluring ladies bar opened and Bellissima was in-busiWith that, the alluring ladies bar opened and Bellissima was in-busi-ness and smoke-free. You’d have to step outside on the tiny walkness and smoke-free. You’d have to step outside on the tiny walkness and smoke-free. You’d have to step outside on the tiny walk-way outside the bar if you wanted to sneak that cancer stick..

And that was just fine for most customers! The tiny grumbles were And that was just fine for most customers! The tiny grumbles were And that was just fine for most customers! The tiny grumbles were drowned out by the cheers from the masses, and Atlanta had its first drowned out by the cheers from the masses, and Atlanta had its first drowned out by the cheers from the masses, and Atlanta had its first non-smoking LGBT bar. Business is good, the venue is becoming an non-smoking LGBT bar. Business is good, the venue is becoming an non-smoking LGBT bar. Business is good, the venue is becoming an attractive event space, customers walk out the door smelling as they attractive event space, customers walk out the door smelling as they attractive event space, customers walk out the door smelling as they did when they walked in and Ragghianti has no regrets.

“Even the smokers say they’re glad it’s no smoking,” she says.

Regardless, the evidence hasn’t swayed everybody. Word has it that a new gay bar is opening up in the old Oscar’s space and smoking will be allowed inside. The space is right across from Mixx, the only other gay bar be-sides Bellissima to go smoke-free.

Mixx opened in June 2009 and not only adopted the non-smoking policy, they used it as a central part of their advertising cam-paign.

Naysayers were quick to cast doubt but the Mixx men weren’t listening. “Since we’ve opened it’s been a very positive impact,” says Senior Manager Ron Haller.

The venue has been a favorite destination for gay sports clubs [see “Playing the Field” on page 15] to hold their events, [see “Playing the Field” on page 15] to hold their events, [see “Playing the Field” on page 15]and they’ve heard compliments on karaoke night from singers who and they’ve heard compliments on karaoke night from singers who and they’ve heard compliments on karaoke night from singers who say it’s easier on their voices.

Mixx is quick to point out that they do not alienate their smoking Mixx is quick to point out that they do not alienate their smoking Mixx is quick to point out that they do not alienate their smoking customers though. For those that can’t go without, there is a sizable customers though. For those that can’t go without, there is a sizable customers though. For those that can’t go without, there is a sizable smoking patio including space heaters for the cold months.

So everyone stays happy and as healthy as they choose at Mixx. So everyone stays happy and as healthy as they choose at Mixx. So everyone stays happy and as healthy as they choose at Mixx. They’ll be celebrating their one-year anniversary next month in that They’ll be celebrating their one-year anniversary next month in that They’ll be celebrating their one-year anniversary next month in that clean, fresh environment they created.

It’s achievements like these that can create immense changes in our It’s achievements like these that can create immense changes in our It’s achievements like these that can create immense changes in our health, says Schneider. “There’s just as much a risk hanging out health, says Schneider. “There’s just as much a risk hanging out health, says Schneider. “There’s just as much a risk hanging out in bars where people can smoke even if you’re not a smoker,” he in bars where people can smoke even if you’re not a smoker,” he in bars where people can smoke even if you’re not a smoker,” he says.

If more bars would adopt non-smoking policies, Schneider believes If more bars would adopt non-smoking policies, Schneider believes If more bars would adopt non-smoking policies, Schneider believes it “would have such a huge impact in a positive way in the health of it “would have such a huge impact in a positive way in the health of it “would have such a huge impact in a positive way in the health of our community.”

Hopefully more bars will join Bellissima and Mixx’s initiative.

But the bars can only do so much. It’s up to smokers to help themBut the bars can only do so much. It’s up to smokers to help themBut the bars can only do so much. It’s up to smokers to help them-selves, and therefore all of us, live longer healthier lives. We all want selves, and therefore all of us, live longer healthier lives. We all want selves, and therefore all of us, live longer healthier lives. We all want to be around to witness the victories in our struggle for equality.

did when they walked in and Ragghianti has no regrets.

“Even the smokers say they’re glad it’s no smoking,”

Regardless, the evidence hasn’t swayed every-body. Word has it that a new gay bar is open-ing up in the old Oscar’s space and smoking

Naysayers were quick to cast doubt but the Mixx men weren’t listening. “Since we’ve opened it’s been a very positive impact,” says Se-

The venue has been a favorite destination for gay sports to hold their events,

252525FENUXEMAGAZINE

DR. SHERRY A. MELTZ

WELCOMES

Licensed Professional CounselorFormerly of the BRAC Center

3280 Howell Mill Rd., Suite 326 Atlanta, GA 30327P: 404.355.3788 F: 404.335.6370

www.PRIDEMEDICAL.com

QUENCHAN ATLANTA T-DANCE

REINVENTEDfeaturingDJ Chris Griswold

ARTMORE HOTEL COURTYARD

AND LIGHT BITES AT THE STUDIO BAR

DANCE THE DAY AWAY IN THIS GORGEOUS UNIQUE OUTDOOR COURTYARD

DRINK Specials

HOT Midtown location

1302 WEST PEACHTREE STREETATLANTA, GA 30309

404.876.6100

CLEANING SERVICEMcBride404.503.8931

We Offer ALL Types ofCleaning Solutions:

Call NOW for more information!

BE GOOD TO YOURSELF

Visit us at any of our Midtown Locations

1001 Piedmont Ave. NEAtlanta, GA 30309

(404) 815-0308

1572 Piedmont Ave. NEAtlanta, GA 30324

(404) 685-3520

50 Ponce de LeonAtlanta, GA 30309(404) 873-5222

QUENCHAN ATLANTA T-DANCE

REINVENTEDfeaturingDJ Chris Griswold

AN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris Griswold

QUENCHQUENCHQUENCHQUENCHAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCE

REINVENTEDAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCEAN ATLANTA T-DANCE

REINVENTED

DJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris GriswoldDJ Chris Griswold

ARTMORE HOTEL COURTYARD

AND LIGHT BITES AT THE STUDIO BAR

DANCE THE DAY AWAY IN THIS GORGEOUS UNIQUE OUTDOOR COURTYARD

DRINK Specials

HOT Midtown location

1302 WEST PEACHTREE STREETATLANTA, GA 30309

404.876.6100

Thursday, May 6Rialto Center for the Arts, First Thursdays Downtown Artswalk, Thursdays Downtown Artswalk, 5PMAtlanta Botanical Garden, Cocktails in the Garden, 6PMAlan Avery Art Company,Buckhead Art Walk, 7PMBellissima, Open Mic Thursday, Open Mic Thursday, 7:30PMThe W Midtown, Indulge, 9PMBurkhart’s, Princess Charles’ Fashionistas, 11:30PM

Friday, May 7Metro Market Atlanta, Artist & Farmers Market Opening Day, 10AMVirginia-Highlands, Va-Hi Spring Tree Walk, 1PMFernbank Museum, Martinis & IMAX, 6:30PMHistoric West End, Atlanta West Fest, 7PMOnstage Atlanta, “Christina Darling,” 8PMThe Tabernacle, Comedians of Chelsea Lately, 8PMThe Gold Room, Kaskade, 10PMStraits, First Fridays Cabaret with Princess Charles, 10:30PM

Saturday, May 8Theaters Nationwide, “Mother and Child” starring Annette BeningJohn Howell Park, Saturday Run with Front Runners Atlanta, Run with Front Runners Atlanta, 8AMGlenlake Tennis Center, Open Play with Atlanta Team Tennis Association, 1PMMary’s, Hot Mess! Party, 9PMMy Sisters Room, Girl Kraze Saturdays, 10PMBlake’s, Jealouse’s Daring Divas, 11PM

Sunday, May 9Las Margaritas, Papi’s Brunch, 11AMWoofs, Game Day, 12PMJoia, Joia, Charlie Brown’s Sunday Brunch, 12PMFriends on Ponce, Texas Hold ‘Em Poker, 4PMBlake’s, The Armorettes, 8PMBurkhart’s, Mary Edith Pitts’ Sunday Spectacular, 9PM

Monday, May 10YouthPride, Empowered Fo-rum, 6:30PMJohn Howell Park, Monday

Run with Front Runners At-lanta, 7:15PMWoofs, Texas Hold ‘Em, 7:30PMNickiemoto’s, Dragamaki, 8:30PMThe Heretic, Service Industry Night, 10PM

Tuesday, May 11Tuesday, May 11Vinocity, AGLCC Business Builder Luncheon, 11:55AMThe New Order, Free Pool, 12PM12PMPositive Impact,Positive Impact, Free STD Screenings, 2PMScreenings, 2PMCNN Center, Nutrition & Health Conference & Public Forum, 7PMCenter Stage, Corinne Bailey Rae, 7PMCowtippers, Ultimate Music Challenge, 8PMChallenge, 8PMShout,Shout, The Sophisticated La-dies of Atlanta Cabaret Show, dies of Atlanta Cabaret Show, 10:30PM10:30PM

Wednesday, May 12SOHO, AGLCC Business Builder Luncheon, 11:45AMVirginia-Highlands, Cotillion Dineout, 4PMJungle, PALS “Sex & The City” Bingo, 6:30PMCharis, Exploring Genders Through Reading, 7PMMy Sisters Room, Spotlight Karaoke, 10PM

Thursday, May 13The Loft, OK Go, 7:30PMCenter Stage, Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings, 8:30PMThe W Midtown, Indulge, 9PMBurkhart’s, Princess Charles’ Fashionistas, 11:30PM

Friday, May 14Bellissima, Friday Happy Hour, 6PMFernbank Museum, Martinis & IMAX, 6:30PMCastleberry Hill Neighbor-hood, Second Friday Art Stroll, 7PMTen Pin Alley, Synchronicity! Feat. DJ Francisco, 9PMClub Miami, Friday Night Live with Traxx, 10PMBlake’s, Kitty LeClaw’s Meow Mix, 11PM

Saturday, May 15Candler Park, Flag Football with NFFLA, 9:45AMBessie Branham Park, Kirk-wood Spring Fling & Tour of Homes, 10AMBrowns Mill Golf Course,

Atlanta Harlequins 10th Annual Atlanta Harlequins 10th Annual Golf Classic, 1PMFROGS, Save the Boobies breast cancer fundraiser, 4PMVariety Playhouse, Shelby Lynne, 7PMAaron’s Ampitheatre at Lake-wood, Tim McGraw & Lady Antebellum, 7PMFrederick Brown Ampithe-atre, Village People & Gloria Gaynor, 8PMOpera, DJ Martin Page, 10PM

Sunday, May 16Atlanta Contemporary Art Center, “Substitute Teacher” exhibit ends, 12PMWoofs, Game Day, 12PMJoia, Charlie Brown’s Sunday Brunch, 12PMPhilips Arena, Atlanta Dream Home Opener, 7PM

Monday, May 17LeBuzz, Margarita Mondays, 5PMYouthPride, Trans and Friends, Trans and Friends, 6:30PMNickiemoto’s, Dragamaki, 8:30PMJungle, Stars of the Century, 10:30PM

Tuesday, May 18Cowtippers, AGLCC Business Builder Luncheon, 11:55AMFROGS, My Big Fat Gay Bingo, My Big Fat Gay Bingo, 7PMNonna Mia, 2 For 1 Tuesdays, 7PMOutwrite Bookstore & Coff ee-house, Author K.M. Soehnlein, 7:30PMCowtippers, Ultimate Music Challenge, 8PMMary’s, Mary-oke, 9PM

Wednesday, May 19Doubletree Hotel Northlake, AGLCC Business Builder Lun-cheon, 11:55AMAtlanta Botanical Gardens, Indulgence 2010: A Global Taste, 6PMJohn Howell Park, Wednes-day Run with Front Runners Atlanta, 6:30PMMixx, Comedy Video Night, 9PMThe Glenn, Girls on Top female DJs, 9PMMy Sisters Room, Spotlight Karaoke, 10PM

06MAY

Please contact the organizations directly for

more information.

28282828 FENUXEMAGAZINE

10th St.

14th St.

10th St.

14th St.

Piedm

ont A

ve.

Pied

mon

t Ave

.

Peac

htre

e St

.

Wes

t Pea

chtr

ee S

t.W

est P

each

tree

St.

Mon

roe

Dr.

Ponce De Leon Ave.

Juni

per S

t.

Sprin

g St

.Sp

ring

St.

16th St.

Will

iam

St.

Wes

t Pea

chtr

ee

Cyp

ress

St.

4th St.4th St.

Sprin

g St

.

3rd St.

5th St.

6th St.

7th St.

8th St. 8th St.

9th St.

Myr

tle

Ave.

Penn

Ave

.

Argo

nne

Ave. 7th St.

6th St.

5th St.

Peachtree St.11th St.

12th St.

13th St.13th St.

12th St.

11th St.

10th St.

Peachtree Pl.

15th St.15th St.

17th St.

17th St.

16th St.

Cha

rles

Alle

n D

r.

Will

iam

St.

17th St.

Peachtree Cir.

Lombardy W

ay

Peachtree St.

Piedmont Park

8

10

14

1. Amsterdam- 502 Amsterdam Avenue 2. Bellissima- 560 Amsterdam Avenue3. Blake’s On The Park- 227 10th Street NE4. Brushstroke’s- 1510 Piedmont Ave. NE5. Bulldog’s- 893 Peachtree St NE 6. Burkhart’s-1492 Piedmont Avenue NE 7. Eagle Atlanta- 308 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE8. Einstein’s- 1077 Juniper St. NE9. Felix’s- 1510 Piedmont Ave. NE10. F.R.O.G.S.- 931 Monroe Dr.11. Hobnob- 1551 Piedmont Ave. NE12. Joe’s On Juniper- 1049 Juniper Street NE13. Mixx- 1492 Piedmont Ave. NE14. 3 Legged Cowboy- 931 Monroe Drive15. Outwrite Bookstore- 1510 Piedmont Ave. NE

MIDTOWN ATLANTAD I R E C T O R Y

78/8

5 N

ORT

H

5

315

12

Not Shown On Map:BJ Roosters- 2345 Cheshire Bridge Road Chaparral- 2715 Buford HighwayCowtipper’s- 1600 Piedmont Ave. NEFriends on Ponce- 736 Ponce De Leon Ave.The Heretic- 2069 Cheshire Bridge Rd.Jungle- 2115 Faulkner RoadLas Margaritas-1842 Cheshire Bridge Road NELeBuzz- 585 Franklin RoadMary’s- 1287 Glenwood Ave.Model-T- 699 Ponce De Leon Ave.My Sister’s Room- 1271 Glenwood Ave.Opus One- 1086 Alco StreetTripps- 1931 Piedmont CircleWoofs- 2425 Piedmont Ave. NE

N

S

EEW

Amsterdam Ave.

2

4

6

11

Mon

roe

Dr.

Mon

roe

Dr.

1

13

7

9

292929FENUXEMAGAZINE

Eat Great, Lose Weight!

FREE online tools to boost resultsFREE unlimited expert supportFREE week of delicious meals

BEFORE“I lost the weight and got my life back!”

BEFORE

BEFORE

BEFORE

Call 1-866-458-6972and get a FREE WEEKof meals plus a BONUS $25 GIFT!

Eat Great, Lose Weight!

FREEFREEFREE

BEFORE

Calland get a FREE WEEKof meals plus a BONUS $25 GIFT!BONUS $25 GIFT!

Rated #1 best-tasting by epicurious.com

“Best bang for your buck!”

- Redbook

Stop smoking. Now. Cigarette smoking is known to contribute to high blood pressure, heart disease, erectile dysfunction, vascular disease, emphysema, lung cancer and premature skin aging. If you are a smoker, quit-ting is the single most impor-tant thing you can do to aff ect your health in the future. There are prescription and over-the-counter medications available to assist you. Do it today. [see “Gay Atlanta Smoke Out?” on page 31]

Avoid manufactured foods. Man-made and modifi ed sub-stances such as hydrogenat-ed oils (trans fats), aspartame (NutraSweet) or other artifi cial sweeteners and refi ned sug-ars can all contribute to poor health, less energy and weight gain.

Take a vacation. Chronic stress is bad for your health. Stress decreases your immuni-ty, impedes your brain function and causes long term changes in your body that lead to pre-mature aging. Long term stress can also cause hormone and vi-tamin defi ciencies, sleep distur-bances and depression. You’ll work better and smarter after you have rested and restored your body. Also remember that exercise is the best medicine for stress and can help you de-crease the harmful eff ects of stress.

Take a fi sh oil supplement. There is good medical evi-dence to support that fi sh oil supplementation in dosages of at least 4 grams a day can help lower cholesterol, decrease blood pressure, protect against heart disease and help prevent type 2 diabetes. I recommend a pharmaceutical grade fi sh oil that is mercury free. The oil is available in capsule form and is usually well tolerated.

Get enough sleep. Sleep is when your body heals itself and when your mind integrates long term memories. You need at least 8 hours of good quality sleep each night to restore your body. Sleep defi cits are cumu-lative and contribute to chronic stress, memory loss, accidents and poor job performance.

Get a physical. You take your car in for scheduled maintenance, why not your-self? If you only had your car serviced when something went wrong, how long will it last? And you can’t trade your body for a new model. See a doctor familiar with func-tional and regenerative (“anti-aging”) medicine to maximize the information available to you to maintain your health.

Take Vitamin D3 supplements. Vitamin D3 is necessary for your body to absorb calcium for strong bones and has also been shown to decrease your risk of cancer, respiratory infections, heart dis-ease, high blood pressure and diabetes. Your physician can check your vitamin D3 level at your next yearly physical.

7DOCTOR’S ORDERS

LONGERWAYS TO LIVE

Dr. Paul E. Cox, MD Board certifi ed physician

Paramount Family Medicine Medical Director of Blue MedSpa.

www.paulcoxmd.comwww.bluemedspa.com

31FENUXEMAGAZINE

Jay wears:RLX Endure Performance Tee Shirt $65

RLX Circuit F1 Shorts $78

323232 FENUXEMAGAZINE

Fa

shio

n P

ho

tog

rap

hy:

Ste

ve

Th

ack

sto

n

htt

p:/

/ste

ve

tha

ckst

on

.co

m/

Mo

de

l: Ja

y M

cGe

eD

igita

l Ed

itin

g: J

osh

Ru

d w

ww

.lu

na

rim

ag

ing

.ne

t

Jay wears:RLX Endure Performance Tee Shirt $65

Puma Backpack $49 RLX Circuit F1 Shorts $78

Puma PK Runner Socks $9Adidas Response Cushion Shoes $99

33FENUXEMAGAZINE

Fa

shio

n P

ho

tog

rap

hy:

Ste

ve

Th

ack

sto

n

htt

p:/

/ste

ve

tha

ckst

on

.co

m/

Mo

de

l: Ja

y M

cGe

e

Dig

ital E

diti

ng

: Jo

sh R

ud

ww

w.lu

na

rim

ag

ing

.ne

t

Jay wears:RLX Thermal Waffle-Knit Hoodie $98

RLX Circuit F1 Shorts $78Adidas Response Cushion Shoes $99

34 FENUXEMAGAZINE

35FENUXEMAGAZINE

Jay wears:RLX Flyweight Aerotype Jacket $498.

Puma Graphic Tee Shirt $40 Nike Aero Elite Competition Ball $50

Jay wears:Nike Flow Clip-on Headphones $39

RLX Endure Performance Tee Shirt $65Adidas Wristband $18

RLX XT Shorts $55

36 FENUXEMAGAZINE

Jay wears:Adidas Wristband $18

Nike Aero Elite Competition Ball $50RLX Circuit F1 Shorts $78

Puma PK Runner Socks $9Adidas Response Cushion Shoes $99 37FENUXEMAGAZINE

Jay wears:Adidas Headband $18

Ralph Lauren RLX Court Polo Shirt $98

38 FENUXEMAGAZINE

Walking into a gym after a lengthy absence is akin to going to

the dentist. You know you have to do it. You know it’s for the best. But honestly, wouldn’t you rather not have to go? If only

we all had perfect teeth. And perfect abs. Well, as the say-ing goes, none of us is perfect so you tighten your grip on your

gym bag and head to the counter to face the young, lean hottie receptionist.

I spent my fi rst several days at the gym solely on the treadmill. Why? Because I didn’t understand the complexity of the other ma-

chines, like how to make them start. And don’t even talk to me about the weight machines with all their gadgets, gears, and cables. So I

trekked along on the treadmill like a gerbil in a wheel. Only I kept my eyes to the fl oor. I was sure that everyone else in the place had

the same lean beautifully cut muscles as the attendant at the counter. I believed that if I didn’t ask any questions or make eye contact with

anyone, I would be invisible. No one would notice me trod trod trod-ding away.

One day a friend mentioned that she was thinking of joining a gym. I grasped her arm and said, “It’s great! It’s done wonders for me. Join my

gym and we can go together.” Yes! A workout friend. Never mind that they are a few pounds lighter and a year or so younger. I recommend everyone

get a gym buddy.

The day we both went together for the fi rst time, I was pleased that I could introduce my friend to the various opportunities aff orded the gym. “Here’s the

counter where you sign in and there are the treadmills.” My outgoing friend immediately struck up a conversation with the attendant who eagerly handed

us lists of classes, training sessions, and lessons on how to use the machines. Classes? I signed up immediately.

First of all let me say that the machines are not rocket science. They have simple quick start or more customized options for setting your workout goals. The weight machines are a little more complex but once you get an idea of how much you’re comfortable working, it becomes second nature to make simple adjustments quickly.

After taking a few lessons, I began to notice that not everyone had legs like Beyoncé. In fact, most of the folks were just plain…well regular folks. Taking the lessons also gave

me the confi dence I needed to expand my workout repertoire. Changing things up made the routines more enjoyable. I looked forward to a diff erent program each visit. My fa-

vorite machine is the elliptical but some days I am just happy to trod along on the treadmill watching Oprah and listening to Lady Gaga on my iPod.

As my comfort level increased at the gym, one area I never moved beyond was the chang-ing room. Even though my body is morphing into a newer tighter form, I am still not one

of those who chats with strangers while stripping down to my personals. I’ve always been amazed at the nonchalance displayed by people as they peel off layer after layer until they are

totally nude. Unlacing my shoes is about as far as I can go in public. I always change clothes in the private little changing rooms. Alone. Thank you very much.

Now don’t think for a minute that I’ve gone to the gym religiously or even daily without missing a few days. In fact I went for a few of weeks without circling the gym parking lot looking for a

coveted space. (Don’t you just love the people who park as close as possible to the door and then run 8 miles on the treadmill?) When I returned to the gym after the hiatus, I have to admit I

did so at a bit of a crawl. I knew I’d slacked off and was going to have to pay with fresh aches and pains. But to my surprise my body sprang back into the saddle. It felt gooood to use those muscles

again. I am not saying that everyone should take a break once in a while but it allowed my body to recharge and I left the gym that day feeling stronger than ever.

There is a lot of research about endorphins relieving stressors, lower blood pressure, higher mood elevations, and many other benefi ts of physical exercise. The main payback for me is a blending of

mental and physical strength. I have taken charge of my body. This has resulted in a tremendous feel-ing of empowerment and self assurance. And the fl atter tummy is mighty fi ne too.

GYM MYTHS REVEALED

BE NOT AFRAID:

39FENUXEMAGAZINE

hoosing a gym in Atlanta? Here’s what your sensible friends will tell you: it’s about the gym,

not the men who use it. Don’t be swayed by the sensationally hot guys you see entering and exiting

the gyms on your list. Don’t consider how the LA Fit-ness at Ansley Mall draws enough onlookers to fi ll a set of

bleachers. Don’t give a thought to that amazing jock at the Gym of Buckhead or the swimmers bodies gracing Gravity Fit-

ness with their presence.

Your gym membership should be determined by your fi tness goals, right? It should be about what each site off ers in the way of equipment and train-

ing, aff ordability and – this is crucial – location, location, location. You will want to get there on a regular basis and with minimal eff ort. These are the factors the

smart gay man shuffl es as he weighs his gym options. Sexier men here than at that other place? No. Let’s be clear-headed about this. Don’t let the joys of check-

ing out superior specimens distract you. This is about your health, your ideal workout regimen, your life!

But then again...

There’s a strong argument to be made for working out in a space where your fellow men are easy on the eyes. Simply put, you’ll try harder. You’ll want to be more like them, or you’ll want them seeing you in the same, complimentary light. Yes, following your routine and doing the right number of sets and lifts in an isolated environment is certainly possible. For some, it’s even more desirable. But that fortunate crowd is blessed with a degree of concentration and a fi xity of purpose many of us lack. For this activity and in this venue, being one of the herd can be an encouraging and constructive thing.

Keep your eye on the noble reasons to select your gym, but don’t erase the name of that place boasting the incredible men. Like the equipment, like the location, it’s a viable asset. Because, gay or straight, we like to hold our own in front of our fellow men. If we’re noticing how great that guy by the lat pull looks, we want the man doing the bicep curls to think we look pretty good, too. And the best means to that end is doing the solid workout you came there for in the fi rst place.

I S S U E S :WEIGHTYThose Boys at The Gym

PERSPECTIVES

BY JACK MAURO

C

Checking out hot jocks as inspiration? Absolutely. It’s good to be gay.

404040 FENUXEMAGAZINE

6

8

4

2

22

20

24

Across3. Topher Payne play “Christina ___”4. Queen’s new co-star6. High-end Realtor8. Antioxidant-rich alcohol14. Favorite Allstate Agent16. Front Runners’ home park19. Mondays at Nickiemoto’s20. Greek for appetizer21. Pounds Perry lost for “Madea’s Family Reunion”22. Fenuxe Mary’s uno�cial title23. Let’s get ___24. Butt-free bar25. Cindy Maeweather

Down1. Paul Ossmann nickname for himself2. Gay rugby team5. They got ___ ___ you, baby7. Gay Atlanta football league9. Gaynor anthem10. Appearing at Gold Room May 711. Atlanta promoter/business owner12. Latino gay Fenuxe favoritos pais13. Bar softball team15. Trail to Alabama17. What gay horses eat18. Martinis & IMAX home

WIN $100 of PURE INDULGENCE

How to win your $100 gift card to

Correctly fill out each word on the crossword puzzle above and mail this page to:1123 Zonolite Rd. Suite 7B Atlanta, GA 30306 or you can email the answers to info@fenuxe.com.

Please complete the following1. Name_____________________________2. Address___________________________3. Email_____________________________4 .Phone ____________________________

One lucky winner will be selected at random and featured as a winner in a future issue of

Fenuxe Magazine!No purchase necessary to apply. Submissions must be mailed or

emailed to us by May 19, 2010.

1 2

414141FENUXEMAGAZINE

ATLANTA RAINBOW TROUT

FLASHING

LIGHTS

424242 FENUXEMAGAZINE

FLASHING

LIGHTS

NATIONAL FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE

OF ATLANTA434343FENUXEMAGAZINE

ARIES Use your bubbling personality and save this party! You

r ho

st will lo

ve yo

u fo

r it. GE

MIN

I Someone is checking you out these days. Keep your e

yes peele

d on

your

rear

vie

w m

irro

r.

TAURUS Your fashion sense

may sh

ock

som

e b

ut it’s w

orth it. Really! CANCER Don’t let your confidence slide. Keep a tig

ht h

old

on it

like

a S

toli

ma

rtin

i in

a w

ind

sto

rm.

LEO Buy yourself someth

ing

ne

w to

we

ar o

ut at n

ight. A

nd remember, lavender is the new black this sprin

g. LIB

RA D

on’t

let a

nyo

ne

ste

p o

n y

ou

r rig

hts

. Yo

u’ve

ear

ned it…you deserve it.

IN THE

STARS

VIRGO Your patience is going to

be

teste

d. C

ou

nt to

ten. Tw

enty. Thirty. Just keep counting! SCORPIO Driv

e right

on

by th

e ic

e c

ream

sh

op

. D

o n

ot s

low

dow

n. D

o NOT!

SAGITTA

RIU

S I ju

st ha

ve o

ne

wo

rd for you…SHOES! CAPRICORN Share your s

ix pack…an

d I’m

no

t ta

lkin

g H

ein

eke

ns.

AQUARIUS You w

ill rece

ive a

gift ve

ry soon. Might be flowers. Might be jewelry

. Mig

ht b

e ch

oco

late

s. (Y

ou

kn

ow

you

real

ly just

want the chocolates)

PISCES It’s

time

to jo

in th

e c

lub

. It’

s m

ore

fun

with a group!

LIBRA Septem

ber 23 - Octo

be

r 22

Arie

s March 21 - April 19 Taurus April 20 - M

ay 20 A

quari

us

Jan

uary

20

- F

eb

ruar

y 18

Gem

ini M

ay 2

1 - June

20 Cancer June 21 - July 22 Leo Ju

ly 2

3 - A

ug

ust

22

Pis

ces

Feb

ru

ary 1

9 - March 20

Virgo August 23

- Se

pte

mber 22 Scorpio October 23 - N

ovem

ber

21

Sagittarius November 22

- De

cem

be

r 2

1 Cap

rico

rn D

ecember 22 - January 19

44 FENUXEMAGAZINE

Proudly serving our community for 25 years

Client testimonials available at

A locally owned independent company offering creative

solutions for buyers/sellers/investors in today's

complex market.

www.HoberRealty.com

Member of: AGLCC, AEN Atlanta Board of Realtors

Call David for your �ee, no obligation consultation

770-641-8090

www.bubblesatlanta.com

Ansley II Shopping Center at1579 Monroe Dr. NE

Atlanta, GA 30324404-876-7745

MEN’S HAIR CUTIncludes Wash, Cut, Style

$20WOMEN’S HAIR CUT

Includes Wash, Cut, Style

$30SUNDAY HAIR CUT

Includes Wash, Cut, Style

$15

BubblesSalon

Walk-Ins Welcome Tuesday- Friday 10am-8pmSaturday 9am-6pmSunday 12pm-5pm

Book your appointment online at

Dear Burning Love,

First, if your love is burning, it’s time to have that looked at.

Second, and I hate to say this, but this guy has a really good point. Have you ever gone a few hours without smoking and then kissed a smoker? It’s like licking an ashtray. I won’t lecture you on the health issues here because you already know them. The whole crux of your problem involves the simple truth of how selfi sh smoking is---it’s an unhealthy habit that we force others to suff er through every time we light up.light up.

The answer is simple and clear: he has to start smoking, too. Two smokers can kiss without issue because they both have soggy ciga-rette breath already, and therefore won’t notice it in their partner. If this rette breath already, and therefore won’t notice it in their partner. If this turns into a long-term relationship, the two of you can share oxygen canisters and buy matching voice boxes.

I think your best bet is a two-phased approach. One, get him hooked; two, talk it up. Phase one involves the subtle application of nicotine patches all over his body when he isn’t looking. During an intimate moment, feign a spanking fetish (or just indulge yours) and, with every moment, feign a spanking fetish (or just indulge yours) and, with every pat on his behind, plant the seeds of his addiction. Phase two, and this is crucial, you need to present smoking for what it is: something that makes you instantly cooler. This is a proven fact, and one in which any boy between 12 and 15 will confi rm. Show him the Marlboro Man ads--boy between 12 and 15 will confi rm. Show him the Marlboro Man ads---that guy seems sexy and hip, and he’s always got a cigarette.

All of this should work on a small scale for you, but the real issue is All of this should work on a small scale for you, but the real issue is that there will always be someone around who discriminates against smokers. Due to the pervasive smear campaigns against tobacco companies in the late 20th Century, smoking has gotten an unfair rap. It’s time to turn the tides. Nicotine for all! Viva la cigarette!It’s time to turn the tides. Nicotine for all! Viva la cigarette!If you’ve got a problem for If you’ve got a problem for

Mary to solve, e-mail her at mary@fenuxe.com. Mary is in no way qualifi ed to give

advice to others, and that is advice to others, and that is why we love her.

Mary Makers-McMark Mary Makers-McMark Love,

Dear Mary,

I’m a smoker. I’ve been trying to quit but I really enjoy I’m a smoker. I’ve been trying to quit but I really enjoy it. I met this great guy at a bar, and before I could light up he made a comment about the guy smoking next to us and how gross it was. Somehow I made it through the rest of the night without lighting up. We’ve been the rest of the night without lighting up. We’ve been out several times since then and I really like him, but it’s killing me not to smoke when we’re spending hours (and sometimes nights) together. I’m not ready to (and sometimes nights) together. I’m not ready to quit, but I can’t quit him. What should I do?

Sincerely,Burning LoveBurning Love

PhD Gay Male/Straight Female Relationships and HBICMary Makers-McMark

PhD Gay Male/Straight Female Relationships and HBICMary Makers-McMark

464646 FENUXEMAGAZINE

www.atlantagaychamber.org

The place to stay and play for

pride weekend pensacola beach

www.portofinoisland.com877.208.4615

Pensacola Beach, Florida

Poolside Entertainment Sunday Night Fireworks Display Outdoor Cabana Massages

Pool Parties Beachside Food & Beverage Service Tropical Fantasy Party Eight Heated Pools

FoFor r ththe e ultimate Memorial Weekenultimate Memorial Weekend d fun plafun plan n your stayour stay y todaytoday

hurryhurry, , hurryhurry, hurryhurry ththe e besbest t condos arcondos are e bookibooking ng fastfastwe have many activities planned for your enjoymentwe have many activities planned for your enjoyment

pride weekend pensacola beach

pride weekend pensacola beach

ccomomplimentaryplimentaryPlusPlus, , when you when you bobook directlok directly y witwith h us, your staus, your stay y includeincludes s mamanynyPremier CluPremier Club b BenefitBenefits s such asuch as s daily daily bebeach chair seach chair set t up,up, C Catamaran trips to and atamaran trips to and

frfrom om the Boardwalkthe Boardwalk, , discounts andiscounts and d mucmuch h more.more.

�emed Cruises