Pinning Some Lunch Ideas

Sweet Vidalia Onion Pimento Cheese Monday is the last day of work for our summer interns. We are sad. Really, really sad. So, what do we do to drown our sorrows (and bribe them to come back soon)? Bring in lunch, that's what! Whether it's a homemade sandwich made from Alon's specialties or a bánh mì from Lee's Bakery, lunch is a great way to bring some delicious into your workday. Check out our Pinterest page for more ideas!  And thanks to Rebecca and Paula for all your help!!

It's Follow Friday; Meet Our Tweep of the Week @SKGFoodBlog

  

Rebekah Anne Faulk is sweeter on Georgia than a glass of sweet tea on the front porch. Loves Georgia, loves the South, in the culinary sense and beyond. Follow this Statesboro PR specialist, freelance writer and food blogger as she tweets (@SKGFoodBlog) or fill up your glass and sit a spell at her Some Kinda Good blog!

Appetizing Aperture: Porchetta Sandwich at No. 246

 

 You know it's back-to-school time when National Sandwich Month appears on the calendar. August is it -- 31 days to honor sandwiches. No. 246's  porchetta sandwich plumped with porchetta, rocket, pickled red onion, aioli and doused in roasting juice fits the bill nicely and comes with a small rocket salad or garlicky fries.  

And the Top Tomato Honors Go To...

Photo By Gerlinda Grimes

This year's Attack of the Killer Tomato Festival, held on July 22 at JCT. Kitchen & Bar, was another smash hit! Creative juices flowed, and several chefs and mixologists were especially victorious in the quest for top tomato honors. Judges' Choice and Fan Favorite awards went to Donald Sargent of Morelli's Gourmet Ice Cream & Desserts for Best Dish. Paul Calvert of Pura Vida took home the Judges' Choice for Best Cocktail while Miles Macquarrie of Leon's Full Service won Fan Favorite for Best Cocktail. In a tough tie, Sprig and H&F Bottle Shop share recognition as Best Booth.

MLA Taste and Tell: Bánh Mi

Oh me, oh my, bánh mi is on the mind of MLA Media Relations Manager Suong Nguyen. She's been from Atkins Park Tavern to Buford Highway trying out the Vietnamese sandwich that's top on the charts for munching right now. View her YouTube video while munching your lunch. Bet you'll go for bánh mi tomorrow. 

Serenbe Serves Up Southern Chefs Potluck This Sunday

The Third Annual Southern Chefs Potluck to benefit Wholesome Wave Georgia takes over the pavilion and grounds of The Inn at Serenbe this Sunday, August 5 from 3 - 6 p.m., and the best news of all? Almost two dozen of Atlanta's best chefs will handle the potluck part - leave your Jello mold at home! Each chef will prepare a side, homemade pickles or relish and a dessert to add to the bountiful table. Some of the featured dishes that already have us licking our lips are Ford Fry's summer squash casserole with Georgia gouda and garlicky crumb; Shaun Doty's White Oak Pastures chicken galantines with herb vinaigrette; and homemade moon pies toted in by E. J. Hodgkinson of Woodfire Grill. White Oak Pastures meats prepared by Jim 'N Nicks Bar-B-Q and fried chicken legs from The Farmhouse at Serenbe are the main dishes, and everything will be served family style. Guests will also enjoy local beer, wine and cocktails created by top mixologists and served by members of the Atlanta chapter of the United States Bartender's Guild, so you might want to re-watch Cocktail before you arrive. White Oak Pastures' own Will Harris will auction off one-of-a-kind chef experiences, and a raffle can get you unique culinary items. Live music will be provided by Christ, Lord!, Lily and the Tigers and Under White Pines. Purchase tickets online for $125 per person to benefit Wholesome Wave Georgia, a nonprofit organization that helps make healthy food accessible to all Georgia citizens while contributing to our local food economy.

Chicken and the Egg Clucks its Way to the One-year Mark

Time to celebrate! As of August 1, Chicken and the Egg will have prepared, served and wowed Marietta diners with its seasonally inspired Southern farmstead fare through all four seasons. The local favorite has more than a few specials and promotions lined up to fit the occasion. Like a birthday present, they will be a surprise and good ones at that. Keep an eye on their Facebook page for more details!

Marlow's Tavern rolls out the welcome mat in Dunwoody - And Lots More - In This Week's Dish

Rain or shine, The Dish comes to you every Tuesday morning and it's full of this week's best culinary news around Atlanta! If you're not already receiving the Dish, be sure to sign up on our Facebook page or right here on our blog.

It's a Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood for Marlow's Tavern Opening in Dunwoody

Dunwoodians will open their hearts to the newest location of neighborly Marlow's Tavern upon its grand opening Tuesday, July 31 at 1317 Dunwoody Village Parkway. Surrounding trees shade the building, which is reminiscent of a Williamsburg tavern. With its gourmet tavern fare, creative cocktails, generous interiors and patio space, and all-around fun atmosphere, the Dunwoody Marlow’s is sure to become a regular stop for those who live or work in the top-end Perimeter city. What can the locals start salivating over? Marlow’s varied menu packed with categories such as Start, Snack, Share; Crisp, Cool Salads; Tavern Favorites; Classic Tavern Burgers; Big Bar Sandwiches; Kid’s Fun Foods and Sweet Stuff. Plates change seasonally, depending on what’s fresh and local. Grilled turkey meatloaf, ahi tuna poke, a shrimp and crab nacho plate, and grilled chicken panini using Prestige Farms chicken are several current options. Marlow’s extensive beverage menu features American and global wines, handcrafted cocktails and a simple but varied list of beers including local favorites such as Sweetwater 420 and Terrapin Rye Pale Ale. Building community has always been important to Marlow’s Tavern, both through local non-profit involvement and providing a comfortable, inviting place for guests to meet with big leathery booths, communal tables and plenty of covered patio seating. Dunwoody, the door’s open and the food is waiting -- come on in!

It's Follow Friday; Meet Our Tweep of the Week @clementinebakes

 

Caroline Kuhn is a budding pastry chef and food writer based in Athens, Ga. We all know there's plenty to note and tweet about there. Look her up on Twitter (@clementinebakes) and pull up some of her delish photos while you're there.

MLA Taste and Tell: Enthused about Homemade Infused Vinegars

On her down time, MLA Social Media Manager Mandy digs tending her garden and trying new recipes with its gems. Lately she's been into infusing vinegars with whatever is handy -- peppers, herbs or who knows what's next. No need for a sour face. You can make them, too. Take a look at her easy DIY YouTube video.

Kevin Gillespie's New Website Will Tide You Over Until October

The wait is over for Atlanta’s most fired up new culinary “click here.” Get extra helpings from "Top Chef" contestant and Woodfire Grill executive chef Kevin Gillespie on his new website complete with recipes, restaurant news, personal information and a sidebar on his cookbook Fire in My Belly, which is scheduled to be released in October. We clicked and read about how his granny turned him on to fried green tomatoes and how he makes them now. Sorry granny, we think he's on to something. 

Shaun Doty Pops Up in Midtown

Those lucky Midtown office workers! Shaun Doty is giving them a delicious lunch option tomorrow when he is the featured Pop Up Chef on the plaza outside Empire State South at 10th and Peachtree. The pastured poultry advocate and creator of Bantam & Biddy, opening this October in Ansley Mall, will serve pastured chicken or veggie banh mi and agave nectar pink lemonade from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 26. You never know what kind of live music and performing artists will be on hand for eatertainment. Leave your cube and bring your lunch money (lunch bites range from $3-$12 each week). And we're right over here on the Westside if you'd like to bring us one. Just saying.

Medal in Good Times at Ormsby’s

What good time, bar game are you the master of? Is is bocce, darts, pool, shuffleboard, skee-ball, pinball or Pac-Man? Now it’s your turn to show off those mad bar game playing skills. Form a team of two with a friend of equal prowess and compete in Ormsby’s Bar Olympics 2012 on Sunday, July 29 and Sunday, August 5 from 1 - 5 p.m. Prizes include a VIP trip for two to Terrapin’s Hop Harvest Festival, bar cash and more. Jump on it -- space is limited, and you must register to enter by contacting Gavin at gsmith@ormsbysatlanta.com or call 404-968-2033.

Something for Everyone at Kaleidoscope Bistro & Pub

Brookhaven's Kaleidoscope Bistro & Pub knows its community and likes to plan fare and fun activities to the varied tastes of its neighbors. Monthly chef's counter seatings, such as the one coming up on Thursday, July 26, offer six front-row seats to watch Chef Joey Riley's kitchen action along with a four-course dinner for $50 per person. Add alcohol pairings for $25 per person or bring your own alcohol for a $15 corkage fee. Chef counter seatings are held at 7 p.m. on the last Thursday of each month. Call 404-474-9600 for reservations and monthly theme.

For party people, Kaleidoscope cranks up a late night Kpub blast on the last Saturday of each month - i.e. Saturday, July 28. The DJ-driven party runs from 11 p.m. - 2 a.m. And, night owls out late on Friday and Saturday nights will be glad to know Kaleidoscope offers items from its regular menu on a late-night menu from 11 p.m. until 1 a.m.

Chill Out with Atkins Park Tavern's Christmas in July

No matter if you’ve been naughty or nice this year, Christmas in July at both Atkins Park Tavern locations brings those on both of Santa’s lists together for a jolly old time on Wednesday, July 25. At Atkins Park Tavern in Smyrna, the festivities begin at 10 p.m. with Jägermeister and Sam Adams specials, Santa's naughty gift giveaway and party music "yule" love by DJ H. Atkins Park Tavern in Virginia Highland unwraps North Pole playtime at 9 p.m. Drink specials such as Jägnog (Jägermeister and eggnog) and buckets of Sam Adams join Santa's naughty gift giveaway. Add some Christmas cookies for all to share, DJ tunes and "Nightmare Before Christmas" on the big screen, and you’ve got yourself some wintry cheer that might just make you forget all about the grueling summer heat.  

What's New on Pinterest: Livin' on Tequila Time for National Tequila Day

Is José Cuervo your friend? Is your blender packed for an island escape to Margaritaville? Maybe it's the secret ingredient in your ceviche? We're not pinning the worm, only cool summer ways to use the rest of the bottle. Happy National Tequila Day!

Naughty or nice, it's Christmas in July at Atkins Park Tavern - & More - In This Week's Dish

Forget naughty - all of this week's culinary events around Atlanta are nice, nice, nice! Take a look in this week's Atlanta Dish for all the latest scoop. If you're not already receiving the Dish, catch it every Tuesday morning in your inbox by signing up on our Facebook page or right here on our blog!

Chicken and the Egg Cracks Open New Menu

Chef/Owner Marc Taft and Executive Chef Joseph Ramaglia have been in inspired by the bountiful summer harvests to craft a new menu. Known for their modern farmstead fare, Chicken and the Egg hopes to please with news items such as grilled Georgia shrimp with sweet corn ravioli, summer veggie lasagna, grilled skirt steak and eggs "rancheros," to name a few. See the complete menu on Facebook.

Prime Time for Dining Downtown at Alma Cocina and Ray's in the City

Downtown Restaurant Week starts tomorrow, and it's a great way to try out three courses at some of Atlanta's best restaurants like Alma Cocina and Ray's in the City. Each participating restaurant is offering a three-course prix fixe meal for $25 or $35 per person, plus gratuity and tax. If you're in the mood for modern Mexican fare, we recommend Alma Cocina (pictured at right) in the One Ninety One Peachtree Tower. The steak and seafood lovers will be lured by Ray's in the City. But as you can imagine, tables go fast during this event, so make reservations for July 21 through July 29 online or phone your desired restaurant directly.