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  • The Round-Up: January 15-19

    What was buzzing in the media this week? Which upcoming events do you have to go to, or which menu items do you have to try? Here’s a recap of what went down and what you need to look forward to!

    The new Dunwoody location of Max’s Coal Oven Pizzeria is officially open! Get the details from Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

    Thanks to Southern Kitchen for naming Monkey 68 one of their favorite places to get sushi in the South!

     

  • The Round-Up: December 18 – January 5

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    Check out this feature story in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution by Bob Townsend for his “Beer Pick” featuring the “Purgatory to Paradise” Dubbel!

    Congrats to Grindhouse Killer Burgers which was named by Zagat as one of the city’s hottest fast-casual restaurants in town!

    Need a last-minute plan for New Year’s Eve? Style Blueprint suggests grabbing a delicious teppanyaki dinner at Katana!

    For those lonely hearts on Christmas Eve, Eater Atlanta says you should head to Neighbor’s Pub in the Highlands and Joe’s on Juniper in Midtown.

    Check it out – more coverage for Grindhouse Killer Burgers from Zagat, saying you have to come and try the Impossible Burger before the end of the year!

    Downtown is happenin’ right now with Hawks games, concerts and upcoming New Year’s Eve – and Eater Atlanta says you should hit up Legacy Ventures’ STATS Brewpub, SkyLounge and Der Biergarten for Downtown eats.

    Treat yourself or someone you love to a last-minute gift from Icebox Cryotherapy with a cryofacial, according to Style Blueprint!

    The New Year’s Day menu at Big Tex – featuring pork, collards, black eyed peas and cornbread – was featured by Zagat as a top item for the holiday.

  • The Round-Up: November 14-18

    What was buzzing in the media this week? Which upcoming events do you have to go to, or which menu items do you have to try? Here’s a recap of what went down and what you need to look forward to! 

    BlazeSports America hosted its annual Triumph of the Human Spirit Awards, upholding coaches, athletes and more who impact the lives of people with physical disabilities. The event included FOX 5 coverage along with stories on the event from Patch on three winners: DeKalb Parks and Rec and Polina Bondarenko.

    FOX 5 stopped over at Dark Horse Tavern for some Metalsome karaoke including of course the best of Metallica and Journey.

    Heading out of town for the holiday? Eater Atlanta suggests heading over to Grindhouse Killer Burger outposts in the Atlanta airport.

    The Atlanta Journal-Constitution stopped by Comet Pub & Lanes to learn more about the chef-driven menu, bowling fun and more in this restaurant review.

    Hudson Grille offering a Thanksgiving feast was featured by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Eater Atlanta.

    Eater Atlanta wants you to get to know Mike Castagno, the new head brewer over at Twain’s, merging his chemistry background with home brewing expertise to create some great beers.

    FOX 5 swung by the Canstruction display where area architects rectified sculptures purely of canned food items that will be donated to the Atlanta Community Food Bank, more than 80,000 pounds in all!

    Get a drink at Joe’s on Juniper, named a hot spot for all things boozy by Thrillist.

    The Atlanta Journal-Constitution suggests heating up over some chili at Steinbeck’s for the annual Chili Cook-Off!

  • The Round-Up: February 8-12

    What was buzzing in the media this week? Which upcoming events do you have to go to, or which menu items do you have to try? Here’s a recap of what went down and what you need to look forward to! 

    Eater Atlanta posted a feature story on the new barbecue pop-up at Moe’s and Joe’s from Piedmont BBQ Co!

    The Atlanta Journal-Constitution previewed the opening for Ba Bellies from the Nam Phuong team, coming to Peachtree Corners soon!

    Since Valentine’s Day falls on a Sunday, Atlanta Eats rounded-up the best places for a romantic brunch, including Einstein’s.

    Walking Dead, anyone? Access Atlanta suggests heading to Diesel Filling Station for the premiere of the Walking Dead and the return of the bar’s weekly viewing parties.

    Fox 5’s Paul Milliken stopped by Crossfit Paragon for its “Move It Monday” segment on Good Day Atlanta, learning the ins-and-outs of Crossfit!

    Atlanta Magazine is getting into the Valentine’s Day spirit by rounding up the best places for V-Day Dinner, including Einstein’s, Cowtippers and Oakhurst Market!

    Eater Atlanta ran a dedicated story on the opening of Ba Bellies – coming soon!

    More coverage for Valentine’s Day dinner, including Einstein’s and Guaco Joe’s, this time from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

    You can find me at Moe’s and Joe’s for Valentine’s Day, named one of the best dive bars to visit on this day by Eater Atlanta.

    More coverage on the Piedmont BBQ Co. pop-up at Moe’s and Joe’s, this time from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

    Creative Loafing also suggests heading to the Piedmont BBQ Co. pop-up at Moe’s and Joe’s, making the list of top news events in the Quick Bites.

     

  • The Round-Up: January 25-29

    What was buzzing in the media this week? Which upcoming events do you have to go to, or which menu items do you have to try? Here’s a recap of what went down and what you need to look forward to! 

    Craft Box Girls shares some ways to make your own peppermint cocoa lip scrub with Southern Living, perfect for this cold weather.

    More Southern Living coverage for Craft Box Girls as they blogged about making pinecone fireplace starters.

    Get your noodle fix at Emory thanks to Mama Tiger, the latest concept by the Makan team, all featured by Eater Atlanta.

    Who doesn’t love freebies? Access Atlanta shares some great deals on your birthday including Metrotainment Cafes which offers its current Loyalty Card members a birthday treat.

    Warm up at Einstein’s and their beautiful interior fireplace, recognized by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

    Hit up a dive bar this weekend, including Moe’s and Joe’s, named one of the best by Thrillist.

  • The Round-Up: January 11-15

    What was buzzing in the media this week? Which upcoming events do you have to go to, or which menu items do you have to try? Here’s a recap of what went down and what you need to look forward to! 

    Style Blueprint stopped by Pink Barre and Blueprint Fitness to share some great tips to stay in shape in the new year.

    Who doesn’t love chili? Head to Grindhouse Killer Burgers for their award-winning and delicious brisket chili, named among the best by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

    Satisfy your late-night cravings with the full menu at Twain’s Brewpub & Billiards, led by the amazing Savannah Haseler, as recommended by Thrillist.

    Atlanta’s About.com named Grindhouse Killer Burgers one of the best restaurants in the airport, so make sure you stop by during your next flight.

    Fox 5’s “Good Day Atlanta” stopped by Blueprint Fitness to learn the in’s and out’s of kettlebell class and some extra mobility.

    Grab some healthy to-go options at Oakhurst Market, including plenty of all-natural and organic meats, cheeses and more, as told by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

    More coverage for the Treehouse Pub anniversary party, this time from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution naming it a top bet for the weekend.

  • The Round-Up: December 21-25

    What was buzzing in the media this week? Which upcoming events do you have to go to, or which menu items do you have to try? Here’s a recap of what went down and what you need to look forward to! 

    Craft Box Girls shares some last-minute Christmas ideas with Southern Living including these Chocolate-Dipped Spoons to make hot cocoa.

    Thrillist rounded-up all the bars open for Christmas, including holiday movies at Diesel and special menus at Einstein’s, Joe’s on Juniper and Hudson Grille.

    Celebrate National Hamburger Day at Grindhouse Killer Burgers, named one of the top spots for a burger by Atlanta Eats.

    The Atlanta Journal-Constitution rounds up some places to hit up on Christmas Day, including Einstein’s and Hudson Grille for their special holiday menus!

    More Christmas Day coverage, this time from Atlanta Eats including Diesel Filling Station and Einstein’s.

    MERRY CHRISTMAS, EVERYONE!!

  • The Round-Up: September 7-11

    What was buzzing in the media this week? Which upcoming events do you have to go to, or which menu items do you have to try? Here’s a recap of what went down and what you need to look forward to! 

    Heading to Dragon*Con this weekend? Zagat suggests heading to Grindhouse Killer Burgers in the Sweet Auburn Curb Market for some fuel.

    Indulge without breaking the bank at Hi-Five Diner, named a top cheat eat by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, highlighting its breakfast-all-day menu.

    No surprise here that Thrillist named Hudson Grille one of the best sports bars in the city, plus says head to Diesel Filling Station to watch soccer, hockey, football and more.

    The popular family-focused blog Red Tricycle suggests trying out DEFINE: Atlanta for its in-studio day care.