>>73614I went through there somewhat recently on my way to North Georgia during a road trip. Seemed like a nice place.
Weather was fantastic, I went towards the beginning of April. Nights were nice and cool and the days were warm. Mountain air is just a short drive to the north from Athens, which is pretty cool.
Food I can't help you with, sadly, but I was staying with a friend of a friend in Winder, about 40 minutes away from Athens, and his appraisal of the cost of living up there was very optimistic. That is, gas and land were cheap, and I'm sure you'll be able to find a decent job in Athens, since it's a decent-sized town.
Just curious...where are you moving from?