[From Emily at Melissa Libby PR]
TACO MAC RISES TO THE OCCASION TO CELEBRATE ATLANTA FALCONS IN NFL CHAMPIONSHIP ON FEB. 5
Atlanta’s Sports Viewing Institution Offers a Full Roster of Ways for Football Fans to Enjoy the Big Game
Atlanta’s Sports Viewing Institution Offers a Full Roster of Ways for Football Fans to Enjoy the Big Game
ATLANTA – As Atlanta’s home for enjoying sporting events, it’s no surprise that Taco Mac is taking a spirited approach to showing hometown pride for the NFL Championship game on Feb. 5. The restaurant’s 29 Atlanta-area locations are offering easy ways to help guests “wing it” at house parties, as well as enticing offers for those who want to view the game at their neighborhood Taco Mac.
Taco Mac To-Go – It’s as close to an in-restaurant experience as possible from the comfort of your own couch! Place a to-go order of Taco Mac’s famous wings for Saturday or Sunday pickup to make party prep less stressful. Wings are packaged in a foil pan and come with instructions for convenient reheating. Sauces are served on the side to prevent soggy wings. Orders can be placed online until noon on Feb. 5 or by calling local stores directly.
- All guests who pick up to-go orders on Feb. 4 and 5 or who are at Taco Mac at the end of the game on Feb. 5 will receive a Wings are for Winners special edition certificate. If the Falcons win the game, certificate holders can redeem for six free wings from Feb. 6-10.
Big Game Brewniversity Rush Week – Beginning Sun, Jan. 29, Taco Mac is offering double Brewniversity credits all day, every day leading up to the big game. Full-size beers and pitchers are worth two credits, and nooners are worth one credit with a maximum daily credit of 12 instead of the usual six-credit maximum. New Brewniversity credits will also be available during the game.
In-Store Events –
680 The Fan/Anheuser-Busch Events: At each of their five Taco Mac appearances during the week of Jan. 30, 680 The Fan will register guests to win a pair of tickets to the championship game at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, and $1,000 to assist with travel and hotel expenses.
Appearances are as follows:
- Mon, Jan. 30: Chuck & Chernoff broadcast live from Taco Mac Metropolis from 3-7 p.m.
- Tues, Jan. 31: The Buck and Kincade Show broadcasts live from Taco Mac Mall of Georgia from noon-3 p.m., while Chuck & Chernoff broadcast live from Taco Mac Lindbergh from 3-7 p.m.
- Wed, Feb. 1: Chris Dimino and 680’s promotions team will be at Taco Mac Perimeter from 6-8 p.m.
- Thurs, Feb. 2: Live broadcasts of the Buck & Kincade Show and Chuck & Chernoff from Taco Mac Prado for the Bud Light Falcons Pep Rally from noon-7 p.m.
- Sun, Feb. 5: Live broadcasts of Atlanta’s Official NFL Pregame Show and 680 NFL GameDay from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Taco Mac Philips Arena.
Coca-Cola Big Game Watch Parties are planned for Taco Mac’s Peachtree and Prado locations and will include DJs playing music during the game, Coca-Cola swag and aluminum bottle giveaways, and a signature Falcons-inspired cocktail featuring Coca-Cola.
Big Game Viewing Event at Taco Mac’s Philips Arena Location – The restaurant’s Philips Arena location is offering a super $35 package that includes two drinks, 10 wings with a side dish, unlimited chips and salsa and a guaranteed seat to watch the big game. Tickets available online.
Game-Day Specials – Taco Mac’s lineup of game-day drink specials returns for the biggest game of them all. With $11.95 pitchers, $4.75 20-oz. drafts and $13.95 mix-and-match beer buckets, there’s a special for the entire squad. Taco Mac is also teaming up with Lyft to make responsible drinking even easier with a 25% discount on rides to and from all Atlanta Taco Mac locations on Feb. 5.
About Taco Mac
Taco Mac, an Atlanta institution for 37 years, offers over 100 beers on draft, the Southeast’s Original Buffalo wings and 50+ HD TVs for enjoying all your favorite sporting events. Started in 1979 by two friends from Buffalo, New York, Taco Mac now has 29 locations across Georgia, Tennessee and North Carolina. Taco Mac is one of many portfolio companies owned by Dallas based CIC Partners. For more information, visit tacomac.com.
Taco Mac, an Atlanta institution for 37 years, offers over 100 beers on draft, the Southeast’s Original Buffalo wings and 50+ HD TVs for enjoying all your favorite sporting events. Started in 1979 by two friends from Buffalo, New York, Taco Mac now has 29 locations across Georgia, Tennessee and North Carolina. Taco Mac is one of many portfolio companies owned by Dallas based CIC Partners. For more information, visit tacomac.com.
SCORE WEEKLY DEALS AND LIMITED-TIME-ONLY MEALS AT TACO MAC
Atlanta Institution Offers Can’t-Miss Specials on
Burgers, Beers, Tacos and More
Atlanta Institution Offers Can’t-Miss Specials on
Burgers, Beers, Tacos and More
ATLANTA – Taco Mac: Your home for enjoying all your favorite sporting events, throwing back a craft beer or two and digging into drool-worthy grub with your buddies. True, but do you know about their lineup of can’t-miss weekly deals and limited-time-only dishes? Study up, and you’ll have a new level of appreciation for the Atlanta institution.
Double Brewniversity Credit Mondays – Brewniversity members earn double credits at any Taco Mac location all day, every Monday. Full-size beers and pitchers are worth two credits and Nooners are worth 1 credit. The maximum daily credit limit increases to 12 on Mondays (usually six). With four or five Mondays in a month, guests can reach 48 to 60 credits in one month on Mondays alone: This is enough to reach Pledge status and earn several monetary rewards!
Taco Tuesdays – Grab any two tacos for just $6 and wash ‘em down with $5 El Jimador margaritas or featured beers for just $3 including: Dos Equis Lager (bottles and draft), Dos Equis Amber (bottles and draft), Tecate (cans only) and Tecate Light (cans only). Plus, each of the new featured beers is a new Brewniversity credit! (Offer does not include pitchers.)
$9.95 Burger & Beer Wednesdays – Order an Original Burger with fries + a Budweiser or Bud Light for $9.95 all day, every Wednesday. Pro Tip: Trade up to any other burger on the menu for $1 more or to any Beer of the Month for $2 more.
Thursday Night Pint Night – Order a Beer of the Month, and collect unique or collector’s series glassware from partnering breweries and local artists! Glassware giveaways begin at 5 p.m.
Limited-Time-Only Menu – For a limited time only, Taco Mac is featuring menu items including a Jumbo Pretzel with Beer Cheese, a Beer-Battered Bacon Burger and back by popular demand, crispy Mozzarella Sticks. Hurry in, these mouth-watering dishes won’t be available for long!
About Taco Mac
An Atlanta institution since 1979, Taco Mac offers over 100 beers on draft, the Southeast’s Original Buffalo wings and 50+ HD TVs for enjoying all your favorite sporting events. Started by two friends from Buffalo, New York, Taco Mac now has 29 locations across Georgia, Tennessee and North Carolina. Taco Mac is one of many portfolio companies owned by Dallas-based CIC Partners. For more information, visit tacomac.com.
[From Tom at DFPR]
The ATL and New Englander Burger on the Menu at Zinburger Wine & Burger Bar for the Championship Game
Limited-Time Only Big Game Specials Available at all East Coast Zinburger Locations Through February 5
In honor of the Atlanta and New England football teams, Zinburger Wine & Burger Bar,the upscale burger brand offering gourmet burgers combined with perfectly paired wine selections, will be offering two Big Game specials – The ATL and the New Englander Burger through February 5 at the 12 east coast Zinburger locations.
The ATL ($12.50) is a fried chicken breast with braised kale, bacon and pimento cheese.
The New Englander Burger ($13.50) consists of a Certified Angus Beef patty, buffalo clam strips with Frank’s Red Hot®, Applewood Smoked Bacon, pepper jack cheese, lettuce and apple cider aioli.
“The hype and the build up to professional football’s biggest game is just as fun as the game itself,” said Rick Barbrick, President, CO-CEO and COO of The Briad Group, owner of Zinburger. “We’ve created two incredible burgers in honor of the respective cities. Whether you are rooting for Atlanta or New England, everyone is a winner with these unique creations.”
All the gourmet burgers at Zinburger are scratch-made and cooked to order on a griddle in their own juices. The Certified Angus Beef and American-style Kobe Beef are ground fresh at least twice a day.
Since opening the East Coast’s first Zinburger in Clifton, N.J. six years ago to muchfanfare, stellar reviews and packed crowds, Zinburger has developed an almost fanatical customer following who enjoy made-to-order gourmet burgers, hand-dipped shakes and floats, decedent pies and 23 wine varieties.
Zinburger has locations in Clifton, NJ, Paramus, NJ, Cherry Hill, NJ, Morris Plains, NJ, Nanuet, NY, Huntington Station, NY, Durham, NC, Charlottesville, VA, Springfield, VA Atlanta, GA, Sunrise, FL and Boca, FL.
For more information, visit http://www.zinburger.com.
About The Briad Group®:
The Briad Group®, headquartered in Livingston, NJ, is one of the fastest growing hospitality companies in the U.S. The Briad Group’s entities are: licensed franchisees for Wendy's, TGI Fridays™, Marriott and Hilton. The Briad Group also owns Zinburger Wine and Burger Bar, an upscale gourmet burger and wine concept that is rapidly expanding on the East coast.
The Sequel: ‘Three Shades Darker’ Now Available
at Zinburger Wine & Burger Bar
Just in time for Valentine's Day, Zinburger offers new wine flight – a sequel to ‘Four Shades of Grape’ offered two year ago
Livingston, NJ – Whether it’s a Girls Night Out or a Valentine’s Day date, Zinburger Wine & Burger Bar is making it easier for wine lovers to try new things. No popcorn or safe words required.
The upscale burger restaurant, which offers gourmet burgers combined with perfectly paired wine selections, is offering a limited time wine flight for $12 through February 28.
‘Three Shades Darker’ is available at all east coast Zinburger locations (not Arizona) and consists of three ounce pours of the following wines:
Alta Luna Pinot Noir
Artezin Zinfandel
Wines of Substance Cabernet Sauvignon
Since opening the East Coast’s first Zinburger in Clifton, N.J. six years ago to much fanfare, stellar reviews and packed crowds, Zinburger has developed an almost fanatical customer following who enjoy made-to-order gourmet burgers, hand-dipped shakes and floats, decedent pies and 23 wine varieties.
[From Emily at Melissa Libby PR]
STORICO FRESCO ALIMENTARI E RISTORANTE HOSTS ROMAN STREET FOOD CHEFS FABRIZIO MASCIOTTI AND DAVID ARGENTI OF APE FRITTO FEB. 6-18
Italian Market and Restaurant in Buckhead Offers “Cibo di Strada” Menu Filled with Fried Delicacies
Italian Market and Restaurant in Buckhead Offers “Cibo di Strada” Menu Filled with Fried Delicacies
WHAT:
Beginning Feb. 6, Storico Fresco Alimentari e Ristorante welcomes Rome-based street food chefs and Ape Fritto food truck operators Fabrizio Masciotti and David Argenti for a special Cibo di Strada (Italian for “street food”) menu.
Beginning Feb. 6, Storico Fresco Alimentari e Ristorante welcomes Rome-based street food chefs and Ape Fritto food truck operators Fabrizio Masciotti and David Argenti for a special Cibo di Strada (Italian for “street food”) menu.
Masciotti and Argenti, friends of Storico Fresco co-owner Pietro Gianni, take Romans back in time to the days of “La Dolce Vita” with their combination of traditional and contemporary fried food. Although their Ape Fritto, a refurbished three-wheel Piaggio utility truck that is known throughout the streets of Rome, won’t be making the journey from Italy with them, Atlantans can still experience all the fried deliciousness that the little yellow truck has to offer.
The special menu items ($7 to $18) will be offered in addition to Storico Fresco’s regular menu and include the following:
Traditional Supplì (stuffed rice fritters):
- Supplì cacio e pepe
- Supplì all'Amatriciana
Delizie Cacio e Ova: Mini pecorino, bread, egg and parsley, tomato sugo
Baccalà (salt cod) in three batter versions:
- Traditional (flour and water)
- Mint and pistachios
- Cinnamon
Pizzelle (mini fried pizza):
- Tomato sugo, Parmesan, basil
- Ricotta salata and honey
- Ricotta fresca and pancetta
Pollo Fritto (fried wings and drums): Homemade spices and marinade
Patatine (homemade spiced chips): Sea salt, paprika, rosemary or cacio e pepe
WHEN:
Monday, Feb. 6 – Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017
11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; closed on Sunday
WHERE:
Storico Fresco Alimentari e Ristorante
3167 Peachtree Road NE
404-500-2181
storicofresco.com
DETAILS:
Reservations can be made by calling the restaurant at 404-500-2181 or by visiting OpenTable.
AMERICAN CUT INVITES FALCONS FANS TO #RISEUP AT FEB. 5 RIBEYE TAILGATE
Super Bowl Party Features Big Screens, Game-Day Specials, Cocktails and More
Super Bowl Party Features Big Screens, Game-Day Specials, Cocktails and More
American Cut in The Shops Buckhead Atlanta invites guests to #RISEUP at the ultimate Super Bowl viewing party on Sunday, February 5. With the game on the big screen, get ready to tailgate like a champ and cheer The Falcons on to victory. Enjoy American Cut’s twist on game-day bar snacks like chili lobster wings and wagyu sliders on the first floor bar and lounge, and feast on a ribeye buffet in the main dining room. American Cut has served numerous NFL athletes, including Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan, making it the place to be on Super Bowl Sunday.
WHEN:
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017
Doors open at 5:30 p.m
COST:
Purchase tickets online for $85 per person at American Cut
TICKET INCLUDES:
Open bar available on the first two floors of American Cut from kickoff until the end of the game.
Buffett available on the second floor of American Cut from kickoff until the end of the third quarter
AFTER PARTY:
After the game, take a stroll up to The Regent Cocktail Club for craft cocktails, celebratory Champagne and a one-of-a-kind rooftop view
WHERE:
American Cut
3035 Peachtree Road Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30305
770.415.9766
americancutsteakhouse.com/
SLICE INTO PRIME RIB DINNER SUNDAYS AT AMERICAN CUT
Buckhead Steak Restaurant Offers Two-Course Special Menu On Sundays
WHEN: Every Sunday beginning Feb. 12 from 4 to 9 p.m.
BOOKINGS: Prime rib dinner reservations can be made online on OpenTable.
COST: $52 per person, excludes tax and gratuity
WHERE: American Cut
3035 Peachtree Road Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30305
770.415.9766
americancutsteakhouse.com/
[From Morgan at Melissa Libby PR]
RISE UP FOR THE ULTIMATE DOUGHNUT WAGER BETWEEN SUBLIME DOUGHNUTS
AND KANE’S HANDCRAFTED DONUTS
A Dozen Doughnuts for the Winning Hometown Doughnut Shop
WHAT: There’s a lot more on the line during the NFL Championship besides bragging rights as to who can claim they are this year’s best football team. Sublime Doughnuts and Boston doughnut shop, Kane’s Handcrafted Donuts, are wagering a dozen of their respective handcrafted doughnuts on the outcome of the Atlanta Falcons vs. New England Patriots game on Sunday, February 5, 2017.
Friendly trash-talking will take place between the two doughnut shops over their social media outlets, and fans of both shops are encouraged to weigh in as well. The losing team’s respective shop will also have to take a photo with the opposing team’s jerseys next week while baking their own doughnuts.
WHEN: From Now through Sunday, February 5, 2017
Sublime: 535 10th St NW + 2566 Briarcliff Rd; Atlanta, GA
Kane’s: 120 Lincoln Ave; Saugus + 90 Oliver Street; Boston, MA
MORE INFO:
Sublime Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/
Sublime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/
Sublime Twitter: https://twitter.com/
Kane’s Donuts Twitter: https://twitter.com/
Kane’s Donuts Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/
Kane’s Donuts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/
About Sublime Doughnuts:
Sublime Doughnuts has been bringing chef-inspired sweets and treats to Atlanta since 2008. With hand-pressed, gourmet coffee, homemade ice cream and over 30 varieties of doughnuts, Sublime proves that they don’t take the cake--they take the dough. In addition to their flagship store in West Midtown, Sublime has expanded to North Druid Hills and plans to open two locations in the new Mercedes-Benz Stadium in 2017. For more information, please visit www.sublimedoughnuts.com.
About Kane’s Handcrafted Donuts:
Located in Boston’s financial district on the corner of Oliver and High Street inside International Place, Kane’s Handcrafted is the first expansion of the 61-year-old, world-famous Kane’s Donuts in Saugus – recently named Best Local Donut Shop by Boston A-List. Kane’s Handcrafted Donuts are made hours before you eat them with locally milled flour, local farm-fresh eggs, organic honey from a local beekeeper, fresh fruit, real bacon, high-quality chocolate, fresh spices, and more. For more information, please visit www.kanesdonuts.com.
CHEF AND RESTAURATEUR MARC TAFT FORMS SOUTHERN FRIED HOSPITALITY
Parent Company to Support Chicken and the Egg, Brine Seafood Shack, FEED – Fried Chicken & Such; CO-OP Community Table + Bar; Future Growth Includes Restaurant Development Services
ATLANTA – Executive chef and restaurateur Marc Taft has created a restaurant management company called Southern Fried Hospitality to provide management and development for his four restaurants - Chicken and the Egg, Brine Seafood Shack (debuting spring 2017 in Alpharetta’s Avalon), FEED – Fried Chicken & Such (scheduled to open late spring in The Battery Atlanta adjacent to SunTrust Park) and CO-OP Community Table + Bar (scheduled to open April 2018 in Forsyth County’s HALCYON Development). The company also plans to expand its consulting services to both restaurants and hotel F&B operations.
“Brine and FEED are two brands that we plan to grow, so it’s important to make sure guests know what they represent,” says Taft. “Chicken and the Egg evolved through customer feedback. I firmly believe that having solid teams in place to lead these restaurants, taking care of guests and evaluating how diners respond will determine our long term objectives.”
As president of the company, Taft is focused on concept development and growth in addition to the company’s culinary operations. Joining Taft is the company’s vice president of operations Tom Foust, formerly of Rathbun’s, Chicken and the Egg and McKendrick’s and director of operations Fran Kieffer, who has worked at Chicken and the Egg, Rio Bravo, The Tavern at Phipps and Einstein’s restaurant. Foust oversees the day-to-day operations, the beverage programs, as well as all aspects of guest service, while Kieffer is responsible for front-of-house operations in each restaurant and providing direction to all general managers. The three men have a history of working together, having all served in management positions for Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants earlier in their careers. Now, their combined leadership experience allows them to establish a unique purpose driven corporate culture, exceptional service standards and memorable dining experiences.
Although Taft grew up in Alabama and has been a proponent of Southern fare ever since he first tasted his grandmother’s fried chicken at the Sunday dinner table, he looks forward to spreading his wings and showcasing his other culinary abilities with the creation of new restaurants under the Southern Fried Hospitality umbrella.
“Our restaurants reflect the experiences I have had throughout my career,” he says. “Although guests will see the majority of our brands heavily influenced by Southern heritage, we will be branching out with other unique concepts.”
One aspect of Taft’s chef-driven restaurants that will remain consistent is the dedication to bringing only the finest sourced ingredients to guests, whether it is sustainable, Southern California-style seafood outlined by the Monterey Bay Seafood Watch at Brine, modern-farmstead fare at Chicken and the Egg, fast-casual fried chicken and Southern sides at FEED, or hyper-local ingredients at CO-OP.
Many of Taft’s longtime employees at Chicken and the Egg have moved up in the ranks to take on management roles in the new restaurants, and the growth has already been generating an air of excitement at the restaurant.
“Something that Tom, Fran and I all agree on is that we have to be progressive and attract talent from multiple generations,” Taft says of what Southern Fried’s formation is achieving for his restaurants and his employees. “We are putting a lot of focus on technology and people and creating a culture from the inside out that drives the guest experience, and our staff is already responding very positively to the changes.”
[From Morgan at Melissa Libby PR]
FALL IN LOVE WITH THESE VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIALS
Atlanta-Area Restaurants Serve Up Swoon-Worthy Meals to Remember
Valentine's Weekend Specials
5Church Atlanta has a $65 three-course prix fixe menu with courses of crispy oyster, lobster and ricotta gnudi or arugula salad; the C.A.B. filet mignon, steelhead trout or bone-in pork chop; and coconut panna cotta, yuzu cake or dark chocolate mousse. $25 per-person wine pairings are also available. This special menu is available in addition to the regular à la carte menus Feb. 11-13. On Feb. 14, only the prix fixe menu will be served. 404-400-3669; 5churchatlanta.com.
Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails promises prime steak features throughout the weekend and a three-course, $65 prix fixe menu on Valentine’s Day. 770-817-0161; miltonscuisine.com.
Ray's on the River (770-995-1187), Ray's at Killer Creek (770-649-0064), and Ray's in the City (404-524-9224) are showcasing prix fixe menus Feb. 11-13 alongside the regular dinner menu. Dinner on Feb. 14 begins at 3 p.m. and features the prix fixe menus only. The coursed menus are $70 and $85 per person and feature treats such as braised short rib ravioli, horseradish-encrusted black grouper and twin lobster tails. raysrestaurants.com.
Storico Fresco Alimentari e Ristorante is featuring Valentine’s-themed dishes - heart-shaped pasta and lobster-filled pasta – in its specialty grocery store on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 10-11, and on Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 13-14. The full-service bar and restaurant is also serving a special dinner menu on Feb. 14. 404-500-2181; storicofresco.com.
Valentine's Day Dining
American Cut has a hearty $78 three-course prix fixe menu. Choose from a 10-oz. filet, a 20-day dry-aged bone-in rib-eye or pan-roasted halibut along with salad and dessert while toasting to your love with a $100 bottle of Perrier Jouët Blason Rosé. 770-415-9766, americancutsteakhouse.com.
Enjoy chef/owner Gerry Klaskala's modern take on American cuisine at Aria, which features a newly redesigned, welcoming dining room and a special four-course menu from 5 to 9 p.m. for $95 per person. 404-233-7673; aria-atl.com.
Dolce Italian features a $75 prix fixe menu with a choice of entrées sure to impress your sweetie (tuna and salmon mosaic, risotto with lobster and filet Oscar), bookended by oysters with papaya relish and chocolate ganache cake with passion fruit ice cream. 678-686-2267, dolceitalianrestaurant.com.
Gunshow is extending its hours for the evening, opening at 5:30 p.m. and closing at 9:30 p.m. Kevin Gillespie’s acclaimed Glenwood Park outpost offers its regular dining experience, with chefs rotating selections (including some dishes inspired by the romantic day) tableside. 404-380-1886; gunshowatl.com.
Basque in the glow of special chef features at Gypsy Kitchen along with the regular à la carte menu of modern day Spanish cuisine. 404-939-9840; gk-atl.com.
In addition to its regular dinner menu, Midtown’s popular HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern offers a $49 special for couples, including a shared sampler platter; any two draft beers, glasses of wine or Champagne (1 per person, two total); and a shared peach cobbler for dessert. The restaurant is serving dinner until 11 p.m. for the occasion. 404-968-2288; hobnobatlanta.com.
Revival, Kevin Gillespie’s Decatur spot for creative takes on classic Southern fare, has some, well, lovely specials planned, including oysters on the half shell with cocktail sauce, creamed shrimp over Savannah red rice, braised lamb osso buco and awesome chocolate cake. Guests can also take advantage of wine specials and enjoy splits of Champagne. 470-225-6770; revivaldecatur.com.
Doug Turbush’s Marietta hot spots Seed Kitchen & Bar, Stem Wine Bar and Drift Fish House & Oyster Bar are presenting $75 prix fixe menus with wine pairings available for an additional $25. Seed and Stem: 678-214-6888; eatatseed.com; stemwinebar.com. Drift: 770-635-7641; driftoysterbar.com.
Breckenridge Brewery is the February Beer of the Month at Taco Mac, which is tapping a special Breckenridge beer starting at 11 a.m. on Feb. 14. It's a whiskey barrel-aged Breckenridge 471 IPA dry-hopped with Citra. “Hop” in and give it a try – it is available at all Taco Mac locations except Philips Arena and Stockbridge. tacomac.com.
If what your sweetheart really craves is a beach getaway in the middle of February, The Big Ketchhas just the ticket. Atlanta’s favorite beach house is offering special chef features in a casual setting without the formal feel of higher-end date options. Buckhead: 404-474-9508; Roswell: 770-993-5749; thebigketch.com.
The Federal shows its love for guests with a special three-course menu for $65 or a five-course menu for $85, both served on Feb. 14 in place of the regular menu. Shaun Doty and Lance Gummere are cooking up prix fixe perfection inspired by their travels around the world, French cuisine and the traditional American steakhouse. 404-343-3857; thefederalatl.com.
The Southern Gentleman, Buckhead’s most beloved gastropub, is rolling out a four-course prix fixe menu for $75. Guests have the option of adding a wine and spirits pairing for a truly memorable experience. 404-939-9845; thesoutherngentlemanatl.com.
Give the gift of love at Willy’s Mexicana Grill. Bring a homemade or purchased Valentine’s Day card to any Willy’s on Feb. 14 and they’ll give a special offer to use on a return visit Feb. 15-28. Offer not available at the Atlanta Airport location. willys.com.
Family Fun
Atkins Park Restaurant & Bar in Virginia-Highland hosts a SPARK (Springdale Park Elementary) family focus night on Wednesday, Feb. 8. Bring the whole family to decorate Valentine’s Day cookies from 5 to 9 p.m. Participation is free. 404-876-7249; atkinspark.com.
A Little Something Different
Join host Neal Reddy for an evening of Blind Pig Comedy Sessions on Feb. 9 at 8:30 p.m. $12 gets you in the door for the comic stylings of Yohance Collins, Trey Dunn, Christy Kirkland, Samm Sevrin and nationally syndicated radio personality Special K, as seen on Kevin Hart’s LOL comedy special. The Blind Pig Parlour Bar is located behind Smokebelly BBQ at the unmarked black door. 678-705-7697; theblindpigparlourbar.com
[From Morgan at Melissa Libby PR]
SWEET CHARLIE’S ROLLING INTO BUCKHEAD LATE SPRING
Interactive Phenomenon from Philadelphia Bringing Rolled Ice Cream Experience
to Atlanta; Lease Signed for 3872 Roswell Road
to Atlanta; Lease Signed for 3872 Roswell Road
ATLANTA- Sweet Charlie’s, the Philadelphia-based, rolled ice cream and yogurt phenomenon has signed a lease at 3872 Roswell Road in Buckhead (next to Superica). Opening late spring 2017, this will be the first-ever franchise location for the young brand, which features a hand-rolled, made to order dessert sensation that Forbesrecently dubbed “the cool new trend in Asian sweets.”
Sweet Charlie’s is the brainchild of 19-year-old entrepreneur Kyle Billig, who after watching a video about the overseas trend of Thai-inspired rolled ice cream, teamed up with his older brother Jacob and figured out a way to duplicate and Americanize the delicious treat.
“We’re incredibly excited to debut our first Sweet Charlie’s franchise in Atlanta,” says Kyle Billig. “For us, it’s not just about serving ice cream; it’s about creating a revolution through new ways of making ice cream and flavors that customers love.”
Sweet Charlie’s combines the art of making rolled ice cream with its unique brand of crowd-pleasing modern American showmanship to create a one-of-a-kind, social experience for all ages. It starts with a base of either premium ice cream, nonfat yogurt or the company’s Nada-Moo vegan option. Customers then select a cup or one of Sweet Charlie’s signature oven-baked glazed donuts as an ice cream- carrying container and finally, one of Sweet Charlie’s signature flavors and toppings.
Each ice cream or frozen yogurt at Sweet Charlie’s is made to order on a super-cold surface that is below 20 degrees. Because the surface is so cold, very small ice crystals are formed quickly, eliminating the need to add stabilizers, emulsifiers and preservatives.
“In Philadelphia, people stand in line in the freezing cold for our rolled ice cream. Since Atlantans enjoy warmer temperatures throughout the year, we’re hoping that’s even better for business!” says Steve Billig, Sweet Charlie’s chief financial officer. “We look forward to being very involved throughout the development and launch of the first Sweet Charlie’s franchise in Atlanta, cutting the ribbon on opening day and meeting our newest customers.”
The company has additional locations scheduled to open in Delaware and New Jersey this summer. For more information about Sweet Charlie’s in Buckhead, visit sweetcharlies.com.
About Sweet Charlie’s
We combine the art of making ice cream rolls with modern American showmanship to create a one of a kind experience for all ages. Each ice cream or frozen yogurt is made to order on a super, cold surface that is below 20 degrees. Because the surface is so cold, very small ice crystals are formed quickly. These ice crystals create the freshest, healthiest, most delicious end product. Our unique process eliminates the need to add stabilizers, emulsifiers, and preservatives like the other guys. The best part is… it tastes delicious! Visit us at sweetcharlies.com.
[From Emily at Melissa Libby PR]
DINNER SPECIALS ABOUND EARLY IN THE WEEK AT MILTON’S CUISINE & COCKTAILS
Executive Chef Derek Dollar Takes Guests Off-Menu for Special Features
Executive Chef Derek Dollar Takes Guests Off-Menu for Special Features
WHAT:
Guests who visit Milton’s early in the week are in for a treat as executive chef Derek Dollar launches new Monday through Wednesday dinner specials starting Feb. 20. Fans of Dollar’s contemporary Southern cuisine know the chef is always creating fresh, new dishes with the season’s bounty. There isn’t enough room on the menu for all of the fan favorites, but now, patrons can enjoy several of them as featured specials.
Guests who visit Milton’s early in the week are in for a treat as executive chef Derek Dollar launches new Monday through Wednesday dinner specials starting Feb. 20. Fans of Dollar’s contemporary Southern cuisine know the chef is always creating fresh, new dishes with the season’s bounty. There isn’t enough room on the menu for all of the fan favorites, but now, patrons can enjoy several of them as featured specials.
Monday: half rack of baby back ribs, Coca-Cola baked beans, bacon braised collard greens, GA red barbecue sauce ($20)
Tuesday: applewood smoked chicken (half a bird), sweet and spicy cucumber-melon salad, stewed tomato kale, mango-peach chutney ($18)
Wednesday: grouper fish fry, cracked mustard coleslaw, blue cheese sweet potato tots, comeback sauce ($19)
Pair the dinner specials with Milton’s featured smoked praline old fashioned ($10), made with house-infused smoked pecan bourbon, caramel syrup and black walnut bitters and served on a king ice cube.
WHEN:
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights starting Feb. 20
Open for dinner at 5 p.m.
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights starting Feb. 20
Open for dinner at 5 p.m.
ABOUT:
Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails is nestled in a restored 155-year-old farmhouse located in the historic district of Crabapple. The charming North Fulton restaurant serves contemporary Southern cuisine that utilizes fresh, local ingredients, many of which come from the restaurant’s on-site garden called Milton’s Acre. Milton’s is open nightly for dinner at 5 p.m. and Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails is nestled in a restored 155-year-old farmhouse located in the historic district of Crabapple. The charming North Fulton restaurant serves contemporary Southern cuisine that utilizes fresh, local ingredients, many of which come from the restaurant’s on-site garden called Milton’s Acre. Milton’s is open nightly for dinner at 5 p.m. and Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
TIN LIZZY'S CANTINA PARTNERS WITH MILAGRO TEQUILA TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL MARGARITA DAY ALL WEEK LONG, FEB. 20-26
All 13 Restaurant Locations Serving Margarita Specials and Souvenir Flasks
All 13 Restaurant Locations Serving Margarita Specials and Souvenir Flasks
WHAT:
Tin Lizzy’s Cantina is showing love for margarita lovers with an extended week-long celebration of National Margarita Day (Wednesday, Feb. 22). To honor the beloved beverage, the taqueria and cantina is serving 24-ounce margaritas featuring Milagro tequila for $10 for the whole week surrounding National Margarita Day.
Tin Lizzy’s Cantina is showing love for margarita lovers with an extended week-long celebration of National Margarita Day (Wednesday, Feb. 22). To honor the beloved beverage, the taqueria and cantina is serving 24-ounce margaritas featuring Milagro tequila for $10 for the whole week surrounding National Margarita Day.
The featured margarita is served in a commemorative flask to be poured over ice tableside. Guests get to take home the festive flask.
WHEN:
Monday, Feb. 20 to Sunday, Feb. 26 (or while flask supplies last)
Monday, Feb. 20 to Sunday, Feb. 26 (or while flask supplies last)
WHERE:
All 13 locations of Tin Lizzy’s Cantina, including 11 in Georgia and two in South Carolina. For more information and location addresses, visit tinlizzyscantina.com.
All 13 locations of Tin Lizzy’s Cantina, including 11 in Georgia and two in South Carolina. For more information and location addresses, visit tinlizzyscantina.com.
DETAILS:
Tin Lizzy’s Cantina offers delicious FlexMex cuisine. For the unfamiliar, FlexMex resembles Tex-Mex, but is comprised and influenced by many cultures, and is also an attitude or experience that evokes a feeling of belonging and pure awesomeness. Known for fun food with unique flavors, the Atlanta-born and -based restaurant and bar serves more than 25 soft tacos, quesadillas, specialty skillets and more. Diners can customize their meal with a variety of fresh ingredients and enjoy one of the many specialty margaritas or cocktails from the bar.
If you'd like to invite Bella Vivere to cover or share your restaurant's media events,Tin Lizzy’s Cantina offers delicious FlexMex cuisine. For the unfamiliar, FlexMex resembles Tex-Mex, but is comprised and influenced by many cultures, and is also an attitude or experience that evokes a feeling of belonging and pure awesomeness. Known for fun food with unique flavors, the Atlanta-born and -based restaurant and bar serves more than 25 soft tacos, quesadillas, specialty skillets and more. Diners can customize their meal with a variety of fresh ingredients and enjoy one of the many specialty margaritas or cocktails from the bar.
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