Events: Omnivore, Creative Loafing Atlanta

Atlanta food events, May 13-19: Taste of the Highlands, Margarita Wars, and more

Stephanie Dazey — Mon, 13 May 2013 10:23:00 -0400

Wed., May 15

The Solarium at Historic Scottish Rite Wed., May 15, 6 p.m. Go Eat Give: Destination Kenya Enjoy authentic Kenyan food, music, and culture. Hear from keynote speaker Kelly Campbell, founder of the Village Cooperative.…

Atlanta weekend food events, May 10-12: Hogs and Hops Festival, Mother's Day, and more

Stephanie Dazey — Fri, 10 May 2013 10:44:00 -0400

Fri., May 10

Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse Fri., May 10, 5 p.m. Great Gatsby Black Tie Dinner Join Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse as they revisit the grandeur of the 1920's with a movie-inspired Great Gatsby Black Tie Prix Fixe Dinner. The era evoking six-course dinner menu will allow guests to have a taste of the culinary fashions of this iconic time period.…

Still looking for Mother's Day plans in Atlanta?

Lauren Geisser — Thu, 09 May 2013 10:07:00 -0400

Here's a list of Mother's Day events, in case you, um, forgot. Be sure to call in advance for reservations.…

Atlanta food events, May 6-12: Hogs and Hops, 'Gatsby' dinners, and more

Stephanie Dazey — Mon, 06 May 2013 12:42:00 -0400

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Atlanta food and drink events: April 29-May 5: a springtime fundraiser, Kentucky Derby parties, and more

Lauren Geisser — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 10:15:00 -0400

Genki Noodles and Sushi Mon., April 29, 11:30 a.m. "Genki Gives" Benefiting Team Hidi All three Genki Noodles and Sushi locations, Genki Gives benefiting Team Hidi will raise both funds and awareness for the nonprofit organization that's on a mission to help local chef Ryan Hidinger fight gallbladder cancer. Details

The Cook's Warehouse Midtown Tues., April 30, 5-7 p.m. Curry Ketchup Launch Party Join Emily Myers of Emily G's Jams and Ron Eyester of Rosebud as they introduce their collaborative new product, Chef Ron Eyester's Curry Ketchup with free samples, a cooking demo, and more.…
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Atlanta weekend food events: drink with the butterflies, dine out for a cause, and more

Lauren Geisser — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 08:26:00 -0400

Parish Foods & Goods Fridays, 5:30 p.m. Friday Fish Frys Every Friday join Parish for $15 tempura fried cod with French fries and tarter sauce. Details

Atlantic Station Sat., April 27, 6 p.m. People's Fest Join Atlantic Station to help launch People's food truck with an evening of food, music, and a community dedicated to helping others.…
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Open Hand announces Dining Out for Life: Wed., April 24

Lauren Geisser — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:28:00 -0400

Atlanta-based nonprofit Open Hand announces the 21st anniversary of the fundraising event Dining Out for Life, bringing together more than 100 local restaurants on Wed., April 24. Participating restaurants will donate 25 percent or more of proceeds from the evening to support the community nutrition programs of Open Hand.…
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Atlant food and drink events, April 22-28: A sommelier competition, an Earth Day celebration, and more

Lauren Geisser — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:25:00 -0400

The Cook's Warehouse Midtown Mon., April 22, 7 & 9 p.m. Chopped Contestant Hosts Simple Abundance Cooking Class Alma Cocina chef Jeffrey Gardner, a past contestant on the Food Network's "Chopped," will demonstrate his approach to preparing Mexican desserts. Details

Max's Coal Oven Pizzeria Mon., April 22, 8:30 p.m. Pizza-Making Classes at Max's Coal Oven Pizzeria These two-hour interactive pizza-making classes guide you through the steps to make your own pizza pie.…
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Atlanta weekend food events, April 19-21: farmers markets, a wine tasting, and more

Lauren Geisser — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 10:11:00 -0400

Inman Park Fri., April 19-Sun., April 21 Inman Park Restaurant Week Fourteen of Inman Park's most popular restaurants will offer a three-course, prix fixe menu all weekend long. Details

Georgia Aquarium Fri., April 19, 8 a.m. 11th Annual Leadership Breakfast This breakfast in honor of Earth Day will include the presentation of EarthShare of Georgia's annual Earth Day awards.…
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Do Good Happy Hour at Edgewood Corner Tavern

Lauren Geisser — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:08:00 -0400

Tonight, get your booze on for a good cause. Edgewood Corner Tavern is hosting a Do Good Happy Hour from 6:30-8:30 p.m. to help raise funds to honor late Old Fourth Ward community activist Marie Cowser with a memorial park.…
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Atlanta food events, April 15-21: Inman Park restaurant week, a barista contest, a Ramen pop-up dinner, and more

Lauren Geisser — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 10:20:00 -0400

Inman Park April 15-21 Inman Park Restaurant Week Fourteen of Inman Park's most popular restaurants will offer a three-course, prix fixe menu all week long. Details

BLT Steak Mon., April 15 Tax Day Specials BLT Steak is offering 50 percent off all cocktails, beers , wines by the glass, and bottles all day long.…
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Atlanta weekend food and drink events, April 12-14: Masters viewing party, spring benefit dinners, and more

Lauren Geisser — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 10:15:45 -0400

Rosebud Sat., April 13, 2-5 p.m. 2nd Annual Mother Clucker Fried Chicken Festival A gathering of Atlanta's top chefs will partake in a fried chicken cook-off in a tented lot next to Rosebud. Expect live music and other sweet treats.…
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Atlanta food and drink events, April 8-14: Final Four specials, spring harvest dinners, and more

Lauren Geisser — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 10:30:00 -0400

Cook's Warehouse, Brookhaven Mon., April 8, 7 & 9 p.m. Simple Abundance Cooking Class: Southern Feast Celebrity Chef Art Smith's newest executive chef of Southern Art, Timothy Magee, will provide demonstrations and recipe instruction on southern staples, plus a wine tasting sponsored by Sherlock's Wine Merchant and a chance to win door prizes provided by Bella Cucina Artful Foods and Cabot Cheese. Details

Big Tex Decatur Mon., April 8, 6 p.m. March Madness Big Tex Decatur will screen the championship game, and is offering food and drink specials for fans.…
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Atlanta weekend food and drink events, April 5-7: Final Four specials, a sushi showdown, and more

Lauren Geisser — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 10:09:00 -0400

JavaVino Fri., April 5, 8 p.m. Dr. Alastair Norcross Join philosopher Dr. Norcross for an evening discussing factory farming, vegetarianism, and other current issues surrounding animal welfare. Details

BLT Steak Fri., April 5 - Mon., April 8 Final Four Offer Guests who bring in any Final Four ticket stub will receive 10 percent off food and 20 percent off drinks.…
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Six ways to celebrate spring and support local agriculture in Atlanta

Lauren Geisser — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 14:13:00 -0400

It's April, and there's finally spring weather in Atlanta. With it arrives new spring produce, the return of neighborhood farmers markets, and seasonal menus to match.…
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Atlanta food and drink events, April 1-7: beer, bus and a Braves ticket, a sushi showdown, and more

Lauren Geisser — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 10:20:00 -0400

Atkins Park Mon., April 1, 5:30 p.m. Atkins Park Braves Home Opener Bus Trip For the Braves' opening day game with the Phillies, Atkins Park will provide one Braves ticket, hotdogs and chips before the game, beer, and a round-trip bus ride. Details

Lure Through April 2 Lure Offers Passover Staple Lure is offering gelfite fish to Atlantans during Passover, using fresh pollack and Georgia rainbow trout.…
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Atlanta weekend food events, March 29-31: Baconfest, Hawktoberfest, Easter, and more

Lauren Geisser — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 10:18:00 -0400

Whether it's an egg hunt or a booze-infused or traditional brunch, check out our roundup of Easter restaurant offerings going down this Sunday, Mar. 31.

Sweet Auburn Curb Market Fri., March 29, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and Sat., March 30, 12-3 p.m. The Urban Picnic Rolls Again Food trucks, vendors from the market and special guest food vendors will provide some some delicious lunch selections.…
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Atlanta food and drink events, March 25-31: a burger & beer celebration, mustache competition, and more

Lauren Geisser — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 10:30:00 -0400

Check out our post on where to gather on Sunday for Easter brunch here.

Diesel Filling Station Mon., March 25, 4 p.m. Diesel Filling Station celebrates The Classic Burger and Beer Combo Diesel Filling Station will partner with Chicago-based brewery Finch's Beer Company for a night celebrating burgers and beer.…
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Easter brunch in Atlanta, anyone?

Lauren Geisser — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 17:33:00 -0400

Whether it's an egg hunt or a booze-infused or traditional brunch, here are some restaurant offerings for you to gather with family and friends on Easter morning.

Another Broken Egg Cafe Easter pancakes take new shape at participating Another Broken Egg Cafés, with children finding an Easter Bunny, chick or cracked-egg-shaped flapjack joining the buttermilk savories.…
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Atlanta weekend food events, March 22-24: chocolate egg decorating, crawfish boil, and more

Lauren Geisser — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 10:59:00 -0400

Parish Food & Goods Fri., March 22, 5:30 p.m. Friday Fish Frys Join Parish every Friday for a special of tempura fried cod with French fries and tarter sauce for $15. Details

Copeland's Atlanta Sat., March 23, 11 a.m. CURE Childhood Cancer Benefit Luncheon Copeland's offers a special buffet to benefit CURE Childhood Cancer.…
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The Warren to host flamenco performance this Sunday

Cliff Bostock — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 11:38:00 -0400

This is Kristi Warren Evans, whom I met recently at the Ansley Starbucks. She is the owner of The Warren, a 10-year-old private supper club in Virginia-Highland atop the Dark Horse Tavern.…
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Atlanta food events: March 18-24: A Sinatra impersonator, beer festival, and more

Lauren Geisser — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 10:38:00 -0400

The Cook's Warehouse Midtown Mon., March 18, 7 & 9 p.m. Simple Abundance Cooking Class with 4th and Swift Chef Chef Jeb Aldrich, who has been working alongside his dad Chef Jay Swift in 4th & Swift's kitchen, will lead demonstrations of various spring recipes. Details

Olmstead Mon., March 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Olmsted's Cooking Classes: Cook Your Way to a Slimmer & Healthier You The class will consist of an explanation by Olmsted's senior executive chef Bernie McDonough about the food and its preparation, as well as a live cooking demonstration as he prepares the meal for the group.…
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Atlanta weekend food events, March 15-17: Where to celebrate St. Patrick's day and more

Lauren Geisser — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 11:50:00 -0400

St. Patrick's Day is Sunday. Be sure to check out our listings after the jump if you want to get down with the Irish this weekend.…
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5 Seasons to Hold HB 314 Rally

Austin L. Ray — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 10:10:00 -0400

While House Bill 314, which would've allowed Georgia breweries and brewpubs to sell a limited amount of their own beer (288 ounces, or one case) on-premises to customers for off-premises consumption, was tabled by the Georgia House of Representatives on March 1, craft-beer advocates haven't given up hope. Some of them, in fact, are already gearing up for a bigger fight next year.…
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Quick Bites: Bhojanic Buckhead to open, H+F burgers at Turner Field, and more

Kate Abney — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 12:07:00 -0400

We've had our eye on it for a year, and at last, the long-awaited Bhojanic Buckhead is expected to open this week at The Shops Around Lenox.

East Coast Seafood Market is officially open in East Atlanta Village.…
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