Omnivore - Gravy Train: Restaurant Eugene Amps Up Talent, Pita Pit Invades Atlanta
Out with the old, in with the new: Atlanta restaurant comings and goings.
- James Camp
- Dining at Restaurant Eugene
A new general store called Market has opened on the Old Fourth Ward stretch of Highland Avenue in the location that was previously Cosmo’s Vegan Shoppe. Market will carry everyday household items and also some upscale local goods like treats from Alon’s and Atlanta Cupcake Factory. (via DailyCandy)
Pastry Chef Aaron Russell, who’s created sugary indulgences around town for several spots including Nikolai’s Roof, The Dining Room at the Ritz-Carlton, Seegers and most recently The Chocolate Bar, has joined Restaurant Eugene. Russell left The Chocolate Bar in 2009 when the spot went corporate. Under the direction of Restaurant Eugene’s Chef Linton Hopkins, Russell has launched a new dessert menu and will also supervise the cheese program.
Continuing to build their arsenal of Atlanta talent, Atlanta Magazine reports that Restaurant Eugene has also picked up David Sweeney of the recently shuttered Dynamic Dish to serve as their production chef and farmer liaison.