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84 maconmagazine.com | OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2022 or most of my life, Forsyth has merely been a mile marker to indicate that my journey home is almost complete. But an invitation to the Forsythia Festival last spring opened my eyes to the charm this historic town has to offer. Since then, I have found a plethora of excuses to make the quick drive north. Six of them I will share with you here; the rest are left for you to discover. HER MAJESTY POP-UP KITCHEN 15 E JOHNSTON ST. Chef Chelsia Ogletree was born and raised in New Orleans, and you can taste it in her weekly rotating menu. Simply put, her food commands a royal respect from your tastebuds. Her soul is evident in her Creole, Cajun, Spanish, and French dishes. Whether or not you fancy yourself a foodie, Ogletree's culinary talent will make you a believer. And don't be afraid to order to-go for an extraordinary take on that convenience. FOX CITY BREWING COMPANY 45 N KIMBELL ST. SUITE A From just one visit to the ware- house-turned-brewery, it is obvious the founders of Fox City Brewing love Forsyth, community, and beer. Spring- ing from a home brew that began in 1972, founders Bob Zellner and George Emami created a place for folks to gather and share a pint. Also boasting a restaurant, the menu plays on southern favorites, such as pimento cheese and fried green tomatoes, to level up tradi- tional pub fare. Visit the restaurant with your family or the taproom with friends to watch the UGA game or enjoy live music. The beer will not only leave an impression on your tastebuds but also capture the spirit of the city. QUEEN BEE COFFEE COMPANY 45 N KIMBELL ST. SUITE B Between the cozy chairs or the smell of freshly roasted coffee beans, a visit to Queen Bee Coffee Company on the edge of Forsyth's downtown square will warm you right up. The baristas invari- ably welcome guests with a smile and the promise of a good time. Whether it's through a game of bingo, their dynamic TikToks, or their skillfully crafted lattes, you can be sure they'll deliver. Relatively new to the Central Georgia scene, Queen Bee fits right in with the hometown hos- pitality that is signature to the area. From F