Are You A Food Network Star?

The Food Network is hitting the road to look for their next batch of contestants for The Next Food Network Star. The hit show will be airing its sixth season and is looking for both professional and amateur chefs that think they have what it takes to host their own show on the Food Network.

Luckily for those of us in Atlanta, there will be an open casting call this Monday, August 24 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the W Atlanta Midtown. To apply, Food Network is going to need the dish on you, so bring: two recent photos, a copy of your resume and a filled out application that you can download here.

The W Atlanta Midtown is located at 188 14th St. NE Atlanta, GA 30361. Questions on the casting can be directed to nfns6atlanta@yahoo.com.

MLA Goes to Girls’ Night Out at Aqua blue

The ladies of MLA decided it was time to see what Girls' Night Out at Aqua blue was all about. We had a great time and enjoyed delicious food and drinks for just $5 each! Oh, and the bar was busy with other girls getting the same great deal. Check out the photos below and see all about our night at this Roswell hot spot!

Here is our order of crispy calamari. It was tasty and had quite a kick!

McCall and I enjoyed a $5 glass of the Mad Housewife Cabernet.

The Ariel sushi roll was a cool contrast to our spicy calamari.

This is Aqua blue's refreshing and fruity cocktail, the Five Alive.

We all enjoyed the live music too! Davis Sandling did great.

Marissa and Lindsay are all smiles after an evening of great deals and drinks!

Aqua blue’s Girls’ Night Out is every Wednesday at 5 p.m. The restaurant is located at 1564 Holcomb Bridge Road; 770-643-8886.

Aria Hosts Winemaker Dinner Featuring Schug Carneros Estates

On Monday, August 31, Aria will host a winemaker dinner featuring Schug Carneros Estate wines. The dinner is $85 per person, not including tax and gratuity, for a five-course dinner paired with five wines. The featured guest for the evening is Alex Schug, son of Winemaker Walter Schug. Seating is limited. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 404-233-7673. Aria is located at 490 East Paces Ferry Road.

Forget Your Lunch? WaterHaven Made a Lunch Box Just For You Today!

Join WaterHaven today for the Summer "Lunch Box" Series. Come out to Arts District Plaza at the intersection of Peachtree and 15th streets from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. and purchase a WaterHaven boxed lunch ($5-$7 cash only) packed with a sandwich and other good stuff to munch as you listen to live music. The Midtown Alliance provides a complimentary drink with your box. Boxed lunches are sold on a first-come, first-served basis.

Tune In To Top Chef Las Vegas Wednesday Night!

I cannot hide my excitement for the upcoming season of Top Chef taking place in Las Vegas. In addition to it being my favorite show on television, the Atlanta representation this season has me on the edge of the couch. Our friend, Kevin Gillespie of Woodfire Grill, will be one of the 17 competing in quick-fires and elimination challenges beginning THIS WEDNESDAY at 9 p.m. Be sure and watch! If you tweet, use the hashtag #atltopchef when sharing your thoughts on the show and to give other Atlantans a heads up on the Top Chef viewing parties.