SculptHouse Founder Katherine Mason's Guide To Atlanta

On any given day, you might find SculptHouse founder and CEO Katherine Mason grabbing a drink at Ladybird on the BeltLine or exploring the High Museum of Art's latest exhibit. Of course, that's only when she's not leading classes in her fitness studio, which is the first in the world to combine the Megaformer with the treadmill.

Mason, who originally hails from Charlotte, North Carolina, attended the University of Georgia before becoming a full-time Atlanta resident four years ago. She currently resides in Buckhead and has become totally immersed in the "stylish, dynamic and energetic" city of Atlanta.

"No matter what you are in the mood to do, Atlanta has something for you!" says Mason, gushing about the diverse neighborhoods that give Atlanta such personality.

So where in the city does the fitness guru treat herself to a spa day or eat brunch on the weekends? We're glad you asked. Here are all of Mason's favorite must-see destinations around town (which you should visit after hitting SculptHouse for a killer workout, of course!):

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What neighborhood do you live in? Buckhead

What’s your occupation? Founder and CEO of SculptHouse

Describe Atlanta in three words: Stylish, dynamic, energetic

What’s your favorite overall Atlanta restaurant? Umi

Best sushi: Umi

Best Italian food: Storico Fresco

Best dessert: Jeni’s ice cream

Best pizza: Antico

Best quick lunch spot: Sama

Best romantic date spot: The Optimist

Best glass of wine: The St. Regis Atlanta

Best Sunday brunch: Le Bilboquet

Best power business meeting spot: Our industrious office

Best cup of coffee (or tea!): The Cookie Studio

Best steak: Marcel

Best craft cocktail: Himitsu

What hotel would you recommend for your out of town guests? The St. Regis Atlanta

Favorite shopping venue or boutique: I love supporting small business owners so I bounce around to Ona for great gifts, ChanElizabeth for edgy statement pieces, Tootsies for all my dressy needs and SculptHouse Boutique, of course, for all my athleisure needs.

Best gym or fitness studio: SculptHouse

Best spa: The Remède Spa in The St. Regis Atlanta

Favorite charity event or organization: Battle For The Brain, a lip-sync competition for the Alzheimer’s Association. I participated in it this year as Gwen Stefani "singing" "Hollaback Girl." It was such a fun night for a cause close to my heart.

Favorite cultural event: The Atlanta Greek Festival— hello, baklava!

Favorite cultural institution: The Swan House at the Atlanta History Center

What’s the best museum in Atlanta? The High Museum of Art

Best iconic Atlanta landmark to explore: World of Coca-Cola! I haven’t been in a long time, but it's old-school Atlanta and as a Coke products lover, a day of taste-testing and learning about this classic brand is so fun.

What’s your all-time favorite spot in Atlanta? The Atlanta BeltLine! There is so much to do and see. And I love places like Ladybird, where you can have a drink and enjoy nice weather with friends.

The best aspect of Atlanta is: All the diverse neighborhoods that bring their own personality to the city. No matter what you are in the mood to do, Atlanta has something for you! There are so many great restaurants, bars and places to go and be social -- or to get away for some downtime!

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