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DAD'S GARAGE GEARS UP FOR SIZZLING HOT BACONFEST 2016
Atlanta’s Favorite Celebration of Bacon, Beer, Booths, and Boisterous Hijinks Returns Home on Saturday, March 26, 2016
Proceeds Benefiting Dad's Garage Theatre Company
Atlanta, Georgia- This important news bulletin is brought to you by the letter B. Bacon, beer, booths and other letter B-centric oddities and attractions will once again be able to call Dad’s Garage Theatre home. Atlanta’s outrageously savory and oft-salacious annual event, BaconFest, is set to return in 2016, but to a brand new location—the 20-year-old theatre company's new home at 569 Ezzard Street, just off of Edgewood Avenue in the Old Fourth Ward. Sponsored by MailChimp, the 16th annual event takes place Saturday, March 26, 2016. This will be the first time Dad’s has hosted BaconFest since the great wrecking ball incident of 2013 (details below).
Tickets are on sale now. Last year’s BaconFest sold out within an hour of opening the gates, and this year Dad’s Garage expects all tickets to be sold before the day of the event. Buy your tickets early to make sure you don’t miss out! Three ticket levels will be available: Portioned Porking (limited games, bacon, and beer), Bottomless Bacon (all you can play, eat, and drink), and Whole Hog (VIP experience with Fast-Pass privileges). Patrons can upgrade their tickets day-of the event as well.
Founded in 1992, the kitschy festival has become a fixture in the Atlanta community by combining troughs upon troughs of cold beer and sizzlin' bacon with live performances by favorite local bands; hilarious carnival games manned by the best improvisers in the city; and unforgettable entertainment like a hobo wine tasting, naughty face painting, drunken spelling bee, a scavenger hunt, and more. Selling out every year, all proceeds benefit Dad’s Garage Theatre Company, a nonprofit theatre group that engages, cultivates and inspires artists and audiences alike by producing innovative, scripted and improvised works that are recognized locally, nationally and internationally for being undeniably awesome.
For updates on BaconFest, please go to www.baconfestatl.com
For more information on Dad’s Garage Theatre Company and its new home, visit www.dadsgarage.com or call 404.523.3141.
About Dad’s Garage Theatre Company:
Founded in 1995, Dad's Garage Theatre Company has grown from a small volunteer-led organization to a thriving mid-size theatre led by professional artistic and administrative staff that includes over 300 volunteers and performers. In 2013, Dad’s Garage, which had entertained more than 30,000 people annually at their two-theatre facility in Inman Park, was forced to look for a new home as a result of development in the area. Temporarily staying at neighboring 7 Stages Theatre in Little Five Points, the Theatre continued to produce its own productions in addition to public events across Atlanta and the state, and at improv festivals across the continent. Dad’s Garage Theatre officially celebrated the opening of its new location in the Old Fourth Ward on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2015. For more information, visit Dad's Garage Theatre Company online at dadsgarage.com. Stay connected on Twitter at @dads_garage, on Instagram at @dadsgarageatl and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/
Our Mission:
Dad's Garage engages, cultivates and inspires artists and audiences alike by producing innovative, scripted and improvised works that are recognized locally, nationally and internationally for being undeniably awesome.
Sponsors:
Dad's Garage relies on financial support from several generous companies to keep producing scripted and improv comedy. Special thanks to MailChimp, Turner Voices, Fulton County Arts Council, The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, Delta Air Lines, Metropolitan Atlanta Arts Fund, and the City of Atlanta Office of Cultural Affairs for their support, Georgia Council for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts
Dad's Garage Theatre Company
P.O. Box 5867
Atlanta, GA 31107
404.523.3141 ext. 201
SUBLIME DOUGHNUTS SATISFIES LATE-NIGHT CRAVINGS
Enjoy the Nightlife at Atlanta Bakeshop with Crème Brûlée Doughnuts When Sun Goes Down
ATLANTA – Hungry Atlantans often make Sublime Doughnuts their first stop in the morning for one of the bakery’s beloved doughnuts and a cup of Octane Sublime Blend coffee, but the specialty bakeshop is also open 24 hours Tuesday through Saturday for a decadent dessert or a sweet alternative to greasy diner fare after a night out on the town.
Beginning at 6 p.m., Sublime Doughnuts goes off-menu to offer a special crème brûlée doughnut - one of chef Kamal Grant's inventive flavor combinations. Known as the “#1 Stunner,” it boasts sugary bling that's perfect for a late-night treat. Those in the know grab up the limited quantities of this sliced doughnut filled with crème brûlée, topped with gold and white chocolate and sprinkled with white chocolate pearls and sugar diamonds.
"Our customers are always VIPs to us, and we love being a place they can stop on their way home from dinner or after a fun night out to finish the evening on a sweet note," says Grant, the founder and creative director of Sublime Brands.
The shop’s regular menu of doughnuts, ice cream and coffee is also available during this time, including customer favorites like the fresh strawberries and cream doughnut and white chocolate Oreo ice cream.
Sublime Doughnuts’ flagship store is located at 535 Tenth Street NW in Atlanta’s West Midtown neighborhood. The store is open 24 hours Tuesday from 6 a.m. through Sunday at 9 p.m. For more information, call 404-897-1801 or visit sublimedoughnuts.com. Additional updates are available on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
SHAMROCK THE STATION TURNS UP THE VOLUME ON ST. PADDY’S DAY FUN MARCH 12
Live Music, Beer and Irish Cuisine Headline Atlanta’s Best Green Party
from Atlantic Station, Radio 105.7 and Meehan's Public House
Live Music, Beer and Irish Cuisine Headline Atlanta’s Best Green Party
from Atlantic Station, Radio 105.7 and Meehan's Public House
"Shamrock the Station is hands-down the biggest and best St. Patrick's Day music festival in Atlanta," said Philip Roness, owner of Meehan's Public House. "We've got bands like The Strumbellas that you normally have to travel all the way to Austin to see at SXSW, but because of our event partners like Radio 105.7 and Guinness, they're coming to Atlanta to party with us."
Guests of all ages will enjoy a day of high-energy live music starting at noon from Grizfolk, Declan McKenna, The Strumbellas and headliner JR JR, all on the main stage in Atlantic Station’s Central Park. Bring the little leprechauns for a live Irish dancing demonstration courtesy of the Mulligan School of Irish Dance at 2:30 p.m.
Best of all, you don’t need to spend a lot of green to enjoy this charming, all-ages neighborhood festival. Shamrock the Station is free and open to the public starting at 11 a.m. A $5 wristband allows adults 21 and older to purchase drinks outside in Central Park.
Festival-goers will also want to fuel up at Meehan's Public House throughout the day. Atlanta’s favorite authentic Irish eatery and watering hole is the perfect spot to enjoy a frosty beverage and a menu of classic Irish dishes elevated to the level of gourmet cuisine—without spending a pot of gold in the process. The restaurant is serving a limited menu of Irish specials and traditional fare like shepherd’s pie, fish and chips and Meehan’s own corned beef Reuben, as well as drink specials featuring Guinness, Harp, Smithwick’s, Guinness Nitro IPA, Absolut, Bacardi and Jack Daniel’s.
Shamrock the Station is presented by Atlantic Station, Radio 105.7 and Meehan’s Public House, and sponsored by Guinness, Guinness Nitro IPA, Absolut, Bacardi and Jack Daniel’s.
About Meehan's Public House
Located in the heart of Midtown, Meehan’s is Atlantic Station's favorite watering hole. The Meehan’s staff exudes enthusiasm and the good-hearted ambiance of the Irish – promising to keep your pints and stomach full! Meehan’s is a great place for brunch, lunch, happy hour, dinner, late night fun and both corporate and private events. Meehan’s Public House has four other locations in metro Atlanta including Buckhead, Sandy Springs, Vinings and Downtown Atlanta. For more information, call 404-214-9821 or visit meehansatlanticstation.com.
About Radio 105.7
Radio 105.7 is a leading media outlet in the Atlanta market and its programming and content are available across multiple platforms, including its broadcast stations; online via its branded digital sites; mobile; and social, with nationwide listening through iHeartRadio — with its more than 700 million downloads, more than 75 million social media followers and 87 million digital uniques across the network.
[From Emily at Melissa Libby PR]
SMOKEBELLY BBQ COUNTS DOWN “BEST SANDWICHES IN THE UNIVERSE”
WITH $5 WEEKDAY LUNCH SPECIALS STARTING MARCH 7
WITH $5 WEEKDAY LUNCH SPECIALS STARTING MARCH 7
The team behind Smokebelly BBQ is proud to announce a self-declared world ranking of their chef-crafted barbecue sandwiches. Co-owner Trey Humphreys - who also gave Atlanta the Fur Bus and was a professional mascot for 10 years - is considered a BBQ expert by smokehouse scholars, friends and also his mother.
“Billions of people across the globe agree with me. Smokebelly is home to the Four Best Sandwiches in the Universe. We’re going to offer a special deal so guests may come and see for themselves,” says Humphreys.
For four weeks starting March 7 during weekdays (Monday-Friday), the Buckhead hotspot is showcasing an award-worthy sandwich plate from its regular menu for just $5 during lunch (11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday), regularly priced from $9.50 – $12.50. Each sandwich comes on Smokebelly’s signature white or wheat roll, with one savory side item. The countdown starts in 4...3...2...1:
- Week of March 7: #4 is the BBQ chicken with pulled smoked chicken, avocado, tomatoes, arugula and barbecue ranch
- Week of March 14: #3 is a smoked turkey sandwich with lettuce, tomato and barbecue ranch
- Week of March 21: #2 is the pressed "bánh mì" with smoked pork, sliced jalapeños, fresh cilantro and pickled vegetables
- Week of March 28: the grand finale and the #1 sandwich in the universe is the Smokebelly Stack with smoked pork and lean sliced brisket, sliced tomatoes, onions, arugula and smoky chipotle aioli
The $5 featured sandwich of the week is available Monday through Friday during lunch from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. March 7 through April 1.
WHERE:
Smokebelly BBQ
128 East Andrews Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30305
404-848-9100
smokebellybbq.com
About Smokebelly BBQ
Smokebelly BBQ is located at 128 East Andrews Drive. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner Sunday through Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday 11 a.m. until... Parking is available at the restaurant. For more information, visit smokebellybbq.com or call 404-848-9100.
[From Morgan at Melissa Libby PR]
NOSH TALKS SETS THE TABLE FOR ATLANTA DINING INDUSTRY NETWORKING
Inaugural Booze Schmooze Event at Monday Night Brewing on March 7
ATLANTA - Working in one of the most vibrant dining cities in the country, the thousands who make up Atlanta's restaurant industry are hungry for fresh networking opportunities to celebrate victories and dish on the latest trends. That’s why food and beverage industry veteran Karen Pagano is launching Nosh Talks, a new networking organization by the industry and for the industry.
“Working long hours in a busy restaurant can be isolating,” explains Pagano, a former Takorea and Saltyard server. “The goal of Nosh Talks is to bring our amazing restaurant industry together, from line cooks and servers to owners and chefs, to share war stories and victories. This is a way for Atlanta’s food and beverage professionals to eat, drink, learn and share together."
Nosh Talks kicks off its regularly scheduled industry socials with "Booze Schmooze" on March 7 at Monday Night Brewing (670 Trabert Ave. NW in Atlanta) from 2 to 5 p.m. In addition to light bites and sips from Monday Night Brewing's signature suds lineup, Nosh Talks is hosting a beverage-centric panel discussion on the creative craft cocktail and burgeoning local beverage industry. Moderated by local liquor licensing attorney Dan Plevak, the panel features Aria’s Andres Loaiza, The Painted Pin’s Trip Sandifer, MondayNight Brewing’s Jonathan Baker and Charlie Thompson from American Spirit Whiskey.
Available online through Eventbrite, tickets are $10 for students, $20 for industry members and $40 for non-industry guests.
“Our city’s restaurant industry is not only a family but a group of like-minded people with the same goals and passions," explains Pagano. “Nosh Talks is a way to facilitate, moderate and create a home for our community to learn and grow.”
Nosh Talks also wants to be a mechanism for giving back to Atlanta’s food community and to serve as a vehicle to pair culinary students with mentors. Supporting the Nosh Talks mission is an advisory board that reads like a who’s who of Atlanta’s food and beverage industry, including:
- Archna Becker, Bhojanic
- Naomi Green, The Giving Kitchen
- Chris Hardman, Georgia Restaurant Association
- Shireen Herrington, The Optimist/Beetlecat
- Joe Kelly, Talent Served
- Gerry Klaskala, Aria
- Nick Leahy, Saltyard
- Melissa Libby, Melissa Libby & Associates
- Stephanie O’Rourk, CohnReznick
- Dan Plevak, Taylor, Feil, Harper, Lumsden & Hess
- Todd Rushing, Concentrics Restaurants
- Whit Whitmire, Brasstown Beef
For more information and to discover ways to get involved, go to noshtalks.com or follow Nosh Talks on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
[From Emily at Melissa Libby PR]
AWARD-WINNING MISSISSIPPI CHEF VISHWESH BHATT
COMES TO GUNSHOW MARCH 13 AND 14
Tickets for the Coveted Event Go on Sale February 13 at 8 a.m.
COMES TO GUNSHOW MARCH 13 AND 14
Tickets for the Coveted Event Go on Sale February 13 at 8 a.m.
Bhatt, a native of Gujarat, India, known for connecting Southern and South Asian foodways, serves as corporate chef of City Grocery Restaurant Group, overseeing the kitchens at City Grocery, Snackbar, Big Bad Breakfast, Main Event Catering and Lamar Lounge. He joined the City Grocery Restaurant Group in 1997 and under the direction of chef John Currence, Bhatt began working as a line cook at City Grocery. After a brief hiatus, Bhatt returned to the City Grocery Restaurant Group in 2001, as the catering chef and worked his way up, before going on to open Snackbar in 2009. His menu of French bistro fare married with Mississippi’s culinary traditions earned him a People’s Best New Chef nomination from Food & Wine in 2011 and a James Beard Awards finalist slot for Best Chef: South in 2014 and 2015.
“I’m really excited to work with Kevin and the Gunshow team,” says Bhatt. “We share a deep appreciation for where we come from, Southern cuisine and injecting other cultural influences and exotic flavors into classic Southern ingredients.”
Gillespie, along with Gunshow’s executive chef Joey Ward and the rest of the restaurant’s “kitchen dudes” will be cooking alongside Bhatt both nights. A limited number of tickets are available for purchase via Xorbia. The cost is $95 per person (not including drinks, tax and gratuity).
“The best part about Hired Guns is the way the guest chefs and the Gunshow team feed off of each other’s creativity,” says Gillespie. “I think our guests can really feel how much culinary passion is in the room during these dinners; the excitement is tangible.”
The remaining 2016"Hired Guns" lineup is as follows:
- May 22-23: Brian Baxter from HUSK in Nashville, Tennessee (Tickets on sale April 22 at 8 a.m.)
- June 12-13: Kenny Gilbert of Gilbert's Underground Kitchen in Fernandina Beach, Florida (Tickets on sale May 12 at 8 a.m.)
- September 11-12: Brooke Williamson of Hudson House in Redondo Beach, California (Tickets on sale August 11 at 8 a.m.)
- October 16-17: Vivian Howard of Chef & the Farmer in Kinston, North Carolina (Tickets on sale September 16 at 8 a.m.)
About Red Beard Restaurants
Red Beard Restaurants is the parent company that oversees Atlanta chef, restaurateur, speaker and cookbook author Kevin Gillespie’s food and beverage ventures, including his restaurants Gunshow and Reviva
[From Emily at Melissa Libby PR]
BELLINA ALIMENTARI CREATES AMORE WITH AMARO
Ponce City Market Eatery Introduces Atlanta to the Allure of Little-Known Liqueur
Ponce City Market Eatery Introduces Atlanta to the Allure of Little-Known Liqueur
“Amaro is similar to wine in that it offers a strong sense of local terroir,” Phillips says. “No two are alike given the local herbs, roots or wildflowers that are infused. Ingredients can include orange peel, ginseng root, angostura bark and cinchona bark. The layers of flavor that come through with each sip are absolutely amazing. Few restaurants offer the wide selection we do. I want to help our guests learn to pull out individual flavors, such as cardamom or nutmeg, and sense the subtle differences.”
To help diners experience amaro’s natural allure, Phillips and his team have created a unique selection of amaro-based cocktails, including the following:
Bellina - Dimmi, grenadine, 1821 Blackberry Balsamic,
Rocky Marciano - Amaro Montenegro, Carpano Antica vermouth, basil, lime, sugar ($10)
Fine d’Estate - gin, Amaro Nonino, Vya extra dry vermouth ($11)
The Bocciolo - Lazzaroni Amaretto, Aperol, Byrrh, lemon, cardamom tincture, orange flower water ($10)
Phillips is also excited about the Culinary Club "Introduction To Amaro" class Bellina Alimentari is hosting on Wednesday, March 16 from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. The $28 class fee includes a guided amaro tasting and a savory sampling of appetizers. Participants can register online.
“Amaro producers put so much time and passion into crafting each blend,” Phillips says. “I want to share that passion with our customers. I believe they’ll be astounded.”
About Bellina Alimentari
Bellina Alimentari, which loosely translates to "lovely specialty food store," was founded on the belief that every meal should be an amazing experience, and quality and ethics never need to be compromised in the pursuit of value. Italian food as a way of life means that each dish is tasty, fresh, whole and balanced. The menu at Bellina Alimentari changes seasonally to reflect the availability of produce from local farmers. Meat is sourced from farms where every animal is respected, treated humanely and pasture raised. Located at 675 Ponce de Leon Avenue NE, in the Central Food Hall of Ponce City Market, Bellina Alimentari is delicious, fair and affordable. For additional information and updates, visit bellina-alimentari.com, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, or call 404-330-9933.
[From Austin at Brave PR]
Score big at Andretti Indoor Karting & Games during March Madness,
March 17 – April 5
March 17 – April 5
Atlanta’s destination for entertainment and sports slam dunks into March with specials,
games and more
games and more
ATLANTA– Calling all B-ballers and three-point shooters! Andretti Indoor Karting & Games invites the community to jump into the game for March Madness! Beginning March 17- April 5, Atlanta’s premier destination for games and entertainment will host a raffle ticket challenge in celebration of basketball’s most anticipated tournament! Patrons who visit Andretti to watch the games will receive raffle tickets for a chance to win all kinds of prizes – including the grand prize of a week’s worth of FREE racing! In addition to the competition, guests can also look forward to drink and food specials*, as well as the ample amounts of high speed karting, thrilling attractions and non-stop fun! Let the games begin!
WHAT: Andretti Indoor Karting & Games March Madness raffle ticket challenge
WHEN: Thursday, March 17 – Tuesday, April 5
WHERE: Andretti Indoor Karting & Games Marietta
1255 Roswell Road
Marietta, GA 30062
Andretti Indoor Karting & Games Roswell
11000 Alpharetta Highway
Roswell, GA 30075
HOW: Guests will receive one raffle ticket per game watched at either venue. At the
end of the tournament, a drawing will be held from the raffle tickets filled out
and turned in to award prizes. Winners will be announced on Andretti Indoor
Karting and Games Facebook and notified via email address provided on raffle
ticket.
*Special menu items will be posted on Andretti’s social pages throughout the tournament. Guests who order special items will receive an additional raffle ticket.
For more information, please visit www.andrettikarting.com.
Andretti Indoor Karting and Games is headquartered in Roswell, Ga. and was established in 2001. Their locations feature high-speed super-karts, European-style tracks, a state of the art arcade, XD motion theater, racing simulators, ropes course and attractions such as cosmic rock wall, zip line, laser tag and bowling. Each location is also home to The Andretti Grill, a full bar/ restaurant capable of serving our 10,000+ square feet of event and meeting space.
In addition to the indoor facility in Roswell, Ga., the company also owns and operates the Andretti Thrill Park in Melbourne, FL. This outdoor park opened in 1999, and it features 5 go-kart tracks, miniature golf, laser tag, rock wall, ropes course, family spinning coaster, batting cages, Andretti Challenge super-karts, paddle boats, kiddie rides and the largest arcade in the space coast. For more information please visit www.andrettithrillpark.com .
Since 1999 the Andretti facilities have entertained more than 13 million guests.
HOBNOB DISTILLS ITS FOCUS AND BRINGS BOURBON TO THE FOREFRONT
Midtown Restaurant Rolls Out New Bourbon Menu, Signature Cocktails
and Tavern Specialties
ATLANTA - Entering its sixth year of business in Midtown, HOBNOB has recently become a much more "spirited" place. That's because co-owner Sean Yeremyan and his team have assembled one of the most comprehensive bourbon lists in the city, featuring 35 brands of bourbon and over 60 bourbon drinks, with a plan to continually offer off-list surprises. Fine Southern additions to the menu of refined tavern fare and several decor upgrades round out the reasons to pay a visit to HOBNOB today.
“We want our guests to experience some of the best bourbon and beer that the South has to offer," says Yeremyan. "With our new drink menu, we're keeping our focus on local craft beers and putting a new emphasis on the distinguished bourbons of our region and elsewhere. Whiskey lovers are going to find a lot to love as we span the map from Kentucky’s Jesse James Outlaw and California’s Tatoosh to South Carolina’s Virgil Kaine brands and Georgia’s own The 13 Colony Southern bourbon."
HOBNOB revelers can celebrate by ordering the tavern’s new signature cocktail, the 1551 HOBNOB Old Fashioned featuring Woodford Reserve bourbon, a lemon peel muddled with orange bitters and Luxardo liqueur. It's garnished with cinnamon and hickory root that are torched in the glass, holding the smoke inside and giving the drink a unique, smoky flavor profile.
Also new to the drink menu is the Southern inspired Charleston Brown Water Society Punch made with Buffalo Trace bourbon, dark rum, orange juice, honey and Demerara. It's a cocktail perfect for sipping on a front porch or perhaps a Midtown patio.
HOBNOB's focus on high-quality food served in a casual, friendly atmosphere continues. Recent creative additions to the menu include the following:
- Dixie Dip - collard greens with beer cheese dip
- Duo of Spreads - hummus and goat cheese served with carrots, celery and fresh baked pizza crust points
- Sampler Platter - chicken tenders, fish and chips, warm pretzels with beer cheese dip, fried green tomatoes, Southern spring rolls and a sampler of homemade sauces
- Super Food Plate - Mother Nature salad, fried green tomatoes and sautéed seasonal vegetables
- Flat Iron Steak - 8 oz. choice 100% Angus steak served with Cabernet gravy, onion ring, buttermilk mashed potatoes and collard greens
HOBNOB regulars will note the restaurant's exterior has been enhanced with a border of tin roofing on the patio. Framed beer and bourbon patent documents and tabletop candles at dinner add to HOBNOB’s new bourbon-soaked farmhouse atmosphere.
Located at 1551 Piedmont Ave. NE in Midtown, HOBNOB serves lunch weekdays, dinner nightly and brunch on the weekends. For more information, call 404-968-2288 or visit hobnobatlanta.com.
[From Emily at Melissa Libby PR]
HOP IN FOR EASTER DINING SPECIALS AT THESE ATLANTA-AREA RESTAURANTS
Sunday Brunch and More for This Year's Easter Holiday
Sunday Brunch and More for This Year's Easter Holiday
Intown
- Atkins Park in Virginia-Highland hosts Easter Sunday brunch along with dinner specials later in the evening. 404-876-7249; atkinspark.com
- The Culinary Club at Bellina Alimentari in Ponce City Market is hosting an Italian seafood dinner table - think fish carpaccio and squid ink spaghetti with shrimp and shellfish - on Wednesday, March 23between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Enjoy a three-course meal accompanied by three wines for $65 per person. Be sure to check out Bellina's Market for Easter baskets with sea salt chocolate, orange and lemon chocolate-coated Dragées, apricots in syrup, honey and almond brittle and vanilla black tea for $32 each, as well as a decadent candy collection. 404-330-9933; bellina-alimentari.com
- HOBNOB in Midtown features brunch service from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m., including bottomless mimosas for $16.95. Dinnertime brings an Easter dinner special: ham, melted cheddar, grilled pineapple wheel and Cabernet gravy all on brioche bread with HOBNOB fries for only $13.95. 404-968-2288; hobnobatlanta.com
- Downtown Atlanta visitors can join Ray's in the City for an Easter brunch buffet from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Brunch is $37.95 per adult and $18.95 for children 5-10. The regular dinner menu is served between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. 404-524-9224; raysrestaurants.com
- Gather around the table at Revival for an all-day Southern buffet from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. The feast - $39 for adults, $12 for children - features Easter favorites like lamb, ham and fried chicken in addition to seasonal trimmings and a dessert table just like at Grandma's house. 470-225-6770; revivaldecatur.com
- The Southern Gentleman, located in The Shops Buckhead Atlanta, hosts brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Between 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., the regular à la carte dinner menu is featured alongside chef specials for the holiday occasion. 404-939-9845; thesoutherngentlemanatl.com
- Every Easter basket needs a sweet treat, and Sublime Doughnuts has just the one with its Hot Cross Bun doughnut for $2.25. This cinnamon currant glazed doughnut is available between Friday, March 25 and Sunday, March 27. 404-897-1801; sublimedoughnuts.com
- Roswell favorite Aqua blue is hosting a brunch buffet between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. featuring carving stations, made-to-order omelets, blue ribbon sushi, desserts and more. It's all available for $34.95 for adults and $9.95 for all children under 12. No brunch is complete without bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys, and Aqua blue has them for only $15. 770-643-8886; aquablueatl.com
- Celebrate in historic Crabapple with Easter Sunday brunch at Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails. Executive chef Derek Dollar presents a luxurious prix-fixe brunch menu from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The three-course meal includes options such as sticky toffee pecan beignets, stout beer-braised lamb and fudgy brownie mason jar. Brunch is $32 for adults and $16 for children 12 and younger. A kids menu is also available. 770-817-0161; miltonscuisine.com
- Known for its award-winning Easter buffet, Ray’s on the River in Sandy Springs (770-955-1187) satisfies holiday guests of all ages between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. The cost is $45.95 for adults and $22.95 for children 5-10. Ray’s at Killer Creek (770-649-0064) is providing a buffet for Alpharetta diners from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and serving its à la carte dinner menu between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. The buffet price for adults is $37.95, and children 5-10 dine for $18.95. Ray’s Rio Bravo (770-612-2829) serves its brunch buffet between 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. The price is $22.95 for adults and $11.95 for children 5-10. The regular dinner menu is available from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. raysrestaurants.com
- The Big Ketch in Roswell is hosting an Easter lunch to celebrate the holiday with daily fresh fish, half-shell oysters and renowned grouper sandwiches. 770-993-5749; thebigketch.com
- Focusing on a stylish and playful approach to American cuisine, Seed Kitchen & Bar in East Cobb has a Sunday brunch menu of delicious dishes like smoked salmon, crab eggs Benedict and smoked brisket hash. Chef Doug Turbush will offer specials specifically for the Easter holiday. 678-214-6888; eatatseed.com
[From Morgan at Melissa Libby PR]
MILTON’S CUISINE & COCKTAILS CELEBRATES A BOUNTIFUL HARVEST
WITH RETURN OF DINNERS IN THE GARDEN
Executive Chef Derek Dollar Serves What He Reaps at Popular Seed-to-Fork Events
Starting March 31
ATLANTA – Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails executive chef Derek Dollar really digs Milton’s Acre, the restaurant’s 1-acre garden, and relishes sharing straight-from-the-vine dining experiences with his guests every spring and summer. His increasingly popular Garden Dinner Series starts again in May, with the more casual Farmyard Chowdown returning to its regular monthly schedule in June. To officially kick off the garden season and whet appetites, Milton's has also set dates for a Spring and Vine celebration in March and a "sneak preview" Farmyard Chowdown in April.
Milton's has become synonymous with “seed-to-fork” dining in part because of its al fresco dinners, which allow guests to enjoy tantalizing recipes prepared from the approximately 90 different varieties of heirloom fruits vegetables and herbs tended in Milton's Acre. “While I thought the garden was nice when we started five years ago, I didn’t really understand its incredible value,” Dollar says. "Now I can’t imagine being without it. We plan on growing several thousand pounds of tomatoes this season, for example, which will be used in so many recipes. We’re fortunate we can find inspiration in what we harvest, rather than relying only on what purveyors have available.”
A Spring and Vine celebration to herald the start of the dinner-in-the-garden season is Thursday, March 31 from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. The four-course menu, complete with wine pairings, is $90 per person and includes gratuity. Tickets may be purchased online at miltonscuisine.com. “Guests will experience a preview of several dishes coming to our spring menu,” Dollar says.
On Sunday, April 24 from 6 - 8 p.m., a Farmyard Chowdown beckons with a low country boil, fried chicken and more. Tickets are available at miltonscuisine.com and are $40 per person, including gratuity. Tax and $5 drink tickets are an additional fee. Future Farmyard Chowdowns will be held one Sunday a month beginning in June.
The 2016 Garden Dinner Series kicks off soon after, with dates set for May 15, June 12, July 17, August 21, Sept. 18 and Oct. 9. Mouths typically start watering as soon as the first hors d’oeuvres and libations are passed during the evening reception. During this time, guests have an opportunity to tour Milton's Acre. Then, it’s on to a memorable four-course meal of inspired comfort foods served family style under that stars accompanied by wine pairings and the soothing sounds of a cellist. Menu items may include delicate squash blossoms stuffed with prosciutto and cream cheese or pimiento cheese and crawfish; or roast duckling with fingerling sweet potatoes, oyster mushrooms, heirloom snap beans and candied pecan apple butter. Chef Dollar has only just begun to envision the plethora of possibilities for the yellow pattypan squash and the Romanesco tomatoes he’s planning to add to the garden this year.
“Nothing can compare to bursting-with-flavor vegetables harvested fresh from the garden,” Dollar says. “You can literally eat corn from our stalks – it’s so tender and sweet. The garden dining room itself adds a peaceful ambiance to the evening.”
Tickets to the Garden Dinner Series are $135 per person, per dinner. Tickets are nonrefundable and include wine pairings, tax and gratuity. The dinners start at 6 p.m. or 7 p.m., depending on the sunset. To purchase tickets, visit miltonscuisine.com.
Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails is located at 800 Mayfield Road in Milton. For more information, call 770-817-0161.
FOODEE EXPANDS TO ATLANTA DELIVERING CONCIERGE-BASED, CURATED RESTAURANT MEALS
TO TEAM MEETINGS, CORPORATE LUNCHROOMS AND BOARDROOMS
TO TEAM MEETINGS, CORPORATE LUNCHROOMS AND BOARDROOMS
Delivery service brings the city’s best food to offices with bowtie delivery, automated ordering,
fresh local ingredients and sustainable business practices
fresh local ingredients and sustainable business practices
“We are excited to continue our rapid expansion by launching Foodee in Atlanta. Our goal is to deliver fresh, local and exceptional food to boardrooms and meeting rooms across North America,” says Foodee CEO Ryan Spong. “Atlanta is home to some of America’s leading corporations and a fast growing technology hub where our delivery platform thrives.”
Fresh on the heels of its recent $6 million Series A funding round, Vancouver-based Foodee exclusively serves corporate clientele and partners with unique and popular restaurants that typically don’t deliver. The company’s commitment to provide corporate clients a seamless customer experience gives Foodee a compelling value proposition, including local account management, live concierge service, tailored menu selections, professional waiter/delivery services and a cloud-based ordering platform to ensure accuracy and on-time delivery. Foodee uses eco-friendly business practices, including a commitment to 99 percent recyclable or compostable packaging and sustainable delivery fleets wherever possible.
Current restaurant partners in Atlanta include Cameli's Gourmet Pizza Joint, FLIP Burger Boutique, Gypsy Kitchen, Nancy's Pizza, Noni's, Panbury's Double Crust Pies, Reuben's Deli, Roots Juices, Smokebelly BBQ, The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill, The Southern Gentleman, UrbanTaali and YumDiggity.
Companies based in Foodee’s Atlanta delivery zone are invited to sign up for a complimentary meal for up to four coworkers by registering at https://eat.food.ee/welcome-
About Foodee
A pioneer in the $10 billion dollar corporate catering market, Foodee is on a mission to solve the biggest problems facing the corporate lunch hour: a lack of variety, meals that arrive too early or too late and excessive packaging waste. Foodee is committed to its leadership role in eco-friendly food delivery, featuring biodegradable packaging, low emission delivery methods and in-office composting partnerships to lower the carbon “foodprint” around the corporate lunch. Since launching in Vancouver in 2012, the company has grown rapidly, establishing over 4,000 customers, over 250 restaurant partnerships, and successfully expanding to Toronto, Austin, Denver and Philadelphia. Foodee has satisfied lunchtime cravings with Fortune 500 companies such as Apple, Amazon, Comcast, eBay, Facebook, Microsoft, Starbucks and more. For more information, please visit www.food.ee
[From Morgan at Melissa Libby PR]
[From Morgan at Melissa Libby PR]
JEREMY MILLER JOINS RAY’S RESTAURANTS AS CORPORATE RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT CHEF
The Georgia Native Will Develop New Menu Items and Research Trends
The Georgia Native Will Develop New Menu Items and Research Trends
“We pride ourselves in keeping our menus fresh and innovative. This vision works really well with what Jeremy strives to do in the kitchen,” says Ray's Restaurants founder Ray Schoenbaum. “It’s a great match.”
Miller first discovered his love for the restaurant industry while working as a busboy and dishwasher at a Cajun restaurant in Augusta. He attended culinary school at the Art Institute of Atlanta. During his final quarter, Miller studied abroad in Italy, including Rome, Florence, Assisi, San Gimignano and Sienna.
After graduating from culinary school in 2001, Miller worked in Atlanta for a year before accepting a job at Jean Georges in the Trump International Hotel in Manhattan. He lived in New York City for three years before moving to Napa Valley to work at French Laundry for a year, then spent a few months in Thailand, Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam eating local cuisine and doing short a stint at the Mandarin Oriental in Bangkok. Once Miller returned to the U.S., he cooked at Winterlake Lodge, outside of Skwentna, Alaska for a summer.
Miller got married and moved to San Francisco in 2009 where he worked as the sous chef at RN74. He moved back to Atlanta a year later and worked as the executive chef at Bluepointe. In 2012, he took on the role of executive chef with the team that opened STK. He worked there for two years, and then went on to become the executive chef at American Food and Beverage in Fort Worth, Texas, and Atlanta.
In his new role at Ray’s Restaurants, Miller will refine and improve menu items, recipes and processes. He will develop new ideas and culinary procedures while supporting new product and food trend research and testing product roll outs.
About Ray’s Restaurants
Ray’s Restaurants include Ray’s on the River, Ray’s in the City, Ray’s at Killer Creek and Ray's Rio Bravo. Ray’s on the River is open for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch and is located at 6700 Powers Ferry Road in Sandy Springs; 770-955-1187. Ray’s in the City is open for lunch and dinner and is located at 240 Peachtree Street NW in Downtown Atlanta; 404-524-9224. Ray’s at Killer Creek is open for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch and is located at 1700 Mansell Road in Alpharetta; 770-649-0064. Ray's Rio Bravo is open for lunch and dinner and is located at 6450 Powers Ferry Road in Sandy Springs; 770-612-2829. For more information, visit raysrestaurants.com.
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