What Would Rhett Drink Today? Find out in Battle of the Bottles

The Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is burning to know your opinion on what Rhett would drink if he were cruising through Atlanta’s hot cocktail spots today. Mixologists are shaking up entries for the ACVB Battle of the Bottles, a contest themed to mark the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Atlanta and the 75th anniversary of the movie “Gone with the Wind.” Your job is to circle friends ‘round said thirst slakers, drink up and vote through May 26. Whet your whistle on Aqua blue’s “It’s About Bourbon, Thyme & Scarlett,” the Meyer lemon whiskey sour at Bantam + Biddy, “Rhett’s Southern Pecan Pie” at Nikolai’s Roof, the “Apple Chai Manhattan” at Ray’s on the River and “Ted’s Huckleberry Derby” at Ted’s Montana Grill. To know what you’re getting into ingredient-wise, read the lowdown on these highballs and martinis on the ballot.

Appetizing Aperture: Nikolai's Roof Southern Pecan Pie Cocktail

Nikolai’s Roof, atop the Hilton Atlanta, crafts a decadent Southern Pecan Pie after-dinner cocktail with Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey, dark crème de cacao, Liquor 43, Frangelico and cream. In lieu of a crust, the glass is rimmed with crushed caramelized pecans. Look for this Southern champion in the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau Battle of the Bottles contest.

Fifth Group Restaurants: Atlanta Hospitality Hall of Fame Member of the Year Finalist

Fried green tomatoes with goat cheese and red pepper coulis at South City Kitchen Midtown has spoken to Southern heritage and big city sophistication since the restaurant first welcomed guests in 1993. Just visualizing it can make your mouth water. In 1996, Bold American Events opened on the other side of downtown Atlanta in a 100-year-old renovated Westside factory…before trendy became a Westside adjective. Over the years, Fifth Group Restaurants has added more in-town dining destinations: La Tavola Trattoria, Ecco, South City Kitchen Vinings, The Original El Taco, Alma Cocina and Lure. The different cuisines offer something appealing to every type of Atlantan. With such draw, no wonder that the restaurant group is an Atlanta Hospitality Hall of Fame Member of the Year finalist. The 15^th annual Hospitality Hall of Fame celebration will take place on November 12 at The Foundry at Puritan Mill. In addition to honoring Atlanta’s hospitality industry greats, this year’s event will mark the year end celebration of the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau’s (ACVB) 100^th anniversary! Join in a night of celebration and remembrance. The ACVB, Atlanta Business Chronicle and the Georgia World Congress Center trio back this prestigious event. Fill a table with 10 guests for $1,250 or purchase individual tickets for $125 each by emailing Ellie Westman Chin at ewestmanchin@atlanta.net. 

ATL Mixologist Movers and Shakers Vie for ACVB Centennial Cocktail Contest - The Votes Are Up to You

There's no better time than summer for sipping a cocktail on the patio of your favorite Atlanta restaurant. But which mixed drink outshines the rest? You be the judge! Whether your favorite is tequila, vodka or whiskey, ATL-inspired cocktails are taking over the city as mixologists strive to win your vote and have their drink crowned as Atlanta’s “Centennial Cocktail”. We've got a list of must-try cocktails, including some of our favorites like Ecco's Destination South and Ray's in the City's newest concoction, the Atlantamaker. Don’t forget to give your winner the recognition it deserves!

Sit, Sip and Vote in ACVB’s Centennial Cocktail Contest Plus More in this Week’s Dish

Atlanta is taking competition to a new level with ACVB’s Centennial Cocktail Contest. Roam the city’s best restaurants to find your favorite cocktail made by expert mixologists. Once you’ve found your winner, vote away! Not sure where to head first? We’ve got it covered. Check out this week’s Dish for cocktail hotspots, patio perching, and other Atlanta festivities to enjoy this May! 

Dine Your Way Through Atlanta's "100 Signature Dishes" and More in This Week's Dish

The Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau celebrates 100 years of hospitality, sharing 100 signature must-eat dishes in the ATL while Hearth Pizza Tavern and Gilbert's Cafe & Bar roll out some sweet new specials. There's plenty to eat up in this week's Dish! 

Feathers Are Flying

Every January, the International Poultry Expo/International Feed Expo arrives at the Georgia World Congress Center for a week of talking turkey and crowing about chickens. And during their visit each year, the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau and the U.S Poultry and Egg Association hatch FeatherFest, the weeklong culinary competition between Atlanta restaurants to see who can create the best poultry meat-based appetizers and entrées. From Jan. 21 - Jan. 27, Atlanta restaurant goers and IPE convention attendees can vote for their picks on the FeatherFest website and be entered to win an iPhone! Our recommendations for poultry perfection include Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse, Fifth Group Restaurants, Marlow's Tavern - Northlake, Ray's In The City, and Spice Market in the W Atlanta-Midtown!