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Access Atlanta: 12 Things To Try in 2010

Access Atlanta composes a "to-do" list of 12 things to try right here in Atlanta in 2010! You can check off a few right here in Midtown! Among them: visit the Noguchi Playscapes in Piedmont Park, walk in the tree tops this May when the Atlanta Botanical Garden opens its canopy walk and attend an Atlanta Symphony Orchestra performance.

Just guessing here, but a few days ago a good number of you probably scanned your 2009 calendars or reflected on the past year and realized you didn’t do a lot of the fun things you’d planned to. You got busy; things came up; money was tight.

But it’s a new year, and you have the chance to create a cool, new must-do list. Here are 12 not-so-obvious suggestions of goals to accomplish, places to visit and experiences to be had before 2011 arrives.

1. Visit the Noguchi Playscapes in Piedmont Park
Isamu Noguchi (1904-88) was one of America’s most revered modern artists, a man who designed everything from furniture to playgrounds, including one for the United Nations. Playscapes in Piedmont Park is one of several playgrounds Noguchi designed — the only one to have been built while the sculptor was living. It is also considered to be Atlanta’s most prized piece of public art. It was officially opened in 1976, but nearly 30 years later had become rundown and a spot for vagrants. The city refurbished it for about $350,000 and it was rededicated last year.

2. Learn which fruits and vegetables are in season
You might be able to find tomatoes and asparagus in the grocery stores right now, but they’re going to lack flavor and probably be more expensive because they’re out of season. (Asparagus is spring, tomatoes mid- to late summer.) In-season vegetables and fruits typically taste better and are cheaper. If possible, start going to local outdoor farmers’ markets around the city to get in-season produce. We know for a fact that some wonderful bitter melon, used in south and east Asian food, is available at the farmer’s market on the square in Marietta in the summer. (Hint, now’s a good time to get citrus and brussels sprouts).

3. Visit Atlanta’s Central Park-lite
No, we’re not talking about Piedmont Park. We’re talking about that stretch of green space along Ponce de Leon Avenue in Druid Hills, designed by the dean of landscape architects, Frederick Law Olmsted. The Druid Hills area was designed by Olmsted, but his most famous design is Central Park in New York City. Walk through (or drive along) the Olmsted Linear Park with its undulating hills and mature stands of trees and you’ll see the kinship the park shares with its more famous cousin.

4. Worship with a faith not your own
We know we’re in the Bible Belt. And this is not suggesting you convert, but visiting a house of worship that you’re unaccustomed to, whether a synagogue, mosque or meeting house, might give you a new perspective on a particular faith.

5. Learn a few key phrases in another language
It’s not likely you have the time or perhaps patience to become fluent in another language. But with Atlanta becoming increasingly diverse, knowing how to say please and thank you, hello and goodbye in Spanish, Russian or even Portuguese could come in handy. So “Feliz ano novo!”

6. Go see Lake Lanier
You can swim in it. You can boat on it. But, most importantly, it’s our main water source here in the metro area. And, right about now, it’s full. Lanier is also the centerpiece of a big legal battle among Georgia, Alabama and Tennessee over how the water can be used in the future. If Georgia loses, Atlanta could be parched.

7. Check out the Flannery O’Connor House
Not the one in Savannah, which is the birth home, but the one in Milledgeville, on a farm called Andalusia, where O’Connor wrote two novels — “Wise Blood” and “The Violent Bear It Away” — as well as her short story collections.

8. Donate to a food bank
The Great Recession caused many to turn to food banks. Area food banks have said repeatedly that they can barely keep up with demand. So if you have the means to give, your contributions would be welcomed.

9. Pick an ethnic restaurant on Buford Highway
And go have a meal there. The stretch that leads from DeKalb County up through Gwinnett County will take you on a culinary journey from South Korea to Peru.

10. Visit the Rev. Howard Finster House
One of the most influential folk artists of his generation was Howard Finster. His ramshackle home still stands in Summerville in North Georgia. The Paradise Garden that surrounds the home still displays some of the work by the prolific artist.

11. Walk in the tree tops
One of the last expanses of forest inside the city of Atlanta is at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. The first weekend in May, the Garden will open its Canopy Walk, a 600-foot elevated pathway through the city forest. Go commune with nature.

12. Go to an outdoor concert
Whether it’s the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra playing at a suburban amphitheater or a big show in Piedmont Park or the summer Friday night music series on the square in downtown Lawrenceville, there’s nothing like a serenade under the stars.

See the full article at http://www.accessatlanta.com/atlanta-holiday-guide/holiday-events/1212-things-to-try-266393.html

"The Dish - What's Cooking This Week?"

After getting this week's edition of "The Dish" (a weekly newsletter of updates and happenings in food and drink by Melissa Libby PR) I noticed some great segments featured on some of my favorite Midtown restaurants. I really admire this newsletter as it always gives me the best information to all the top events and restaurants in Atlanta. If you havent subscribed to it already, I highly suggest that you do at http://www.melissalibbypr.com/ .

Below are some of the Midtown updates that were given in "The Dish." Just sign up for "The Dish" to view the full newsletter to see updates on the whole Atlanta area.
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What's cooking this week?

50" PLASMA? IPOD? ALTOREX COCKTAIL PARTY? TRIP FOR TWO? A FEW PRIZE REASONS TO PLAY LUNCHTIME LOTTO AT PACCI!

We can think of a whole lot of reasons to lunch at Pacci Ristorante that revolve around Executive Chef Keira Moritz's menu, the classic Italian steakhouse ambiance and the devoted staff. Add "Lunchtime Lotto" into the mix, and it looks like a delicious lunch at Pacci could turn out to be a lucrative venture as well. Pacci lunch guests will each receive a lotto ticket to scratch and see if they've won something nifty. Prizes include a weekend stay at the Hotel Palomar Atlanta - Midtown, a 50-inch plasma TV, an iPod, a cocktail party for eight at AltoRex Rooftop Lounge, dinner for two at Pacci, a $50 Pacci gift certificate and 20 percent off lunch at Pacci. Guests who fill out the back of their lotto card can turn it in and enter to win a three-day, two-night weekend trip to a Kimpton property of their choice in Atlanta, Miami, Chicago, Washington, D.C., Dallas or Vero Beach. This awesome getaway includes airfare, a bottle of champagne upon arrival, breakfast both mornings and dinner for two one evening. We hope you win, but even if you don't, we know you'll have an all-around winning lunch experience at Pacci!

Pacci Ristorante: 866 West Peachtree Street, NW; 678-412-2402.
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KATIE TAKES A BREAK FROM NOON TO BE ON "ATLANTA & COMPANY'S" METROMIX MEALS ON JANUARY 6

-->Eat lunch early or late on Wednesday, January 6, but don't miss "Atlanta & Company's" Midtown Metromix Meals segment airing around 11:45 a.m. Katie Birmingham from Noon Midtown will join Kevin Rathbun to discuss their favorite places to eat in Atlanta and what each one thinks about the other's' picks. If you can't watch Wednesday, you can find the segment online the following day.
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SOUP'S ON! ENJOY A DIFFERENT KIND EACH DAY OF NATIONAL SOUP MONTH AT ATLANTA'S "SOUPER" RESTAURANTS

Stash the soup cans in the pantry, National Soup Month calls for downing as many different bowls of comfort as you can at area restaurants. Hot soup foils winter weather as you sink that spoon in, slurp up its steamy goodness and sop up every flavor-infused drop. Soup is a savory way to pack more veggies in your day, it's easy on the budget and it fills you up, leaving room enough for dessert, of course! Super local bowls to try:

EVOS Feel Great Fast Food offers a veggie chili (with beans) that is sure to soothe the soul and the body! This low-fat chili is made with hearty vegetables and fresh vegetable stock. Grab a regular or large size bowl to warm up with on those winter days.

South City Kitchen Midtown doles out countless bowls of their Old Charleston she-crab soup. You can almost taste the sunshine of a coastal Lowcountry day in every spoonful.

Ecco takes the lowly turnip and transforms it into creamy turnip soup with candied pancetta that's worthy of royalty.

Order smoky tomato soup at Noon Midtown by the cup or bowl and pair it with Noon's "grilled cheese of the week" or three-cheese panino for a twist on the idyllic winter combo. A bowl of soup and a small green salad keep a healthy red and green theme going throughout the cold season.

Tart crème fraîche contrasts swimmingly with velvety lobster and butternut squash bisque at Pacci Ristorante.

Soup is a traditional accompaniment to a meal of sushi or sashimi, even when the menu has RA Sushi's modern outlook. RA Sushi's miso soup combines tofu, seaweed and green onions in a miso broth; spicy "Miso Hot!" adds shiitake mushrooms, bok choy and shrimp to the mix. Potsticker soup bubbles with pork potstickers, snow peas, bok choy, carrots and green onions in chicken broth. Nabeyaki Udon casts tempura shrimp, crab and scallops together in a savory seafood broth.

Spice Market blends soups as vibrant as the exotic Far Eastern markets that inspire their creation. Ginger pumpkin seeds add a delicate bite to butternut squash soup while chicken and coconut milk soup is soothingly filling.

Laden with chili-roasted chicken, cheddar, tomatoes and a sprinkling of crispy tortilla strips, the chicken queso soup at Marlow's Tavern offers a spicy, spoonable alternative to a plate of nachos. Since Marlow's Tavern has six locations around town, you're never more than a short drive from this fiesta in a bowl!

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DID YOU RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH A NEW RING ON YOUR FINGER? ATLANTA SPARKLES WITH WEDDING PARTY PLANS FOR YOU!
Joy to the world! Holiday bells are giving way to wedding bells for lots of soon-to-be brides and grooms. Those intending to tie the knot in 2010 will want to save this useful info for planning pre-nuptial parties, rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions and all of those wedding social events.

RA Sushi Bar Restaurant has a fun and classy way for brides to have a "Fling Before the Ring" with their friends. The high-energy hotspot has three bachelorette party plans with prix fixe dinners, cocktails and party favor bags. There's a "Fling" package for every bridal budget from the $20-per-person "Cubic Zirconia" package to the $27-per-person "2 Carat" package and the $35-per-person "Bling Bling" package. Each menu option includes a selection of appetizers, sushi, signature rolls, entrees, dinner beverages of tea, coffee or soda and your choice between RA's signature bachelorette drinks - either the "Gold Digger" or "Last Chance for RA'mance." (1080 Peachtree Street at 1010 Midtown; 404-267-0114.)

If she likes old and he likes new, Studio 887 in the historic King Plow Arts Center in Midtown fills both wish lists with its old brick, artsy atmosphere and contemporary cuisine. Executive Chef Todd Annis of Bold American®, Fifth Group Restaurants'® award-winning catering division, marries fine American and European cuisine with contemporary flair to create menus with which to fall in love. Annis and his team can accommodate up to 175 guests. (887 West Marietta Street; 404-815-1178.)

Variety is the spice at Fifth Group Restaurants®. In the heart of Midtown, Ecco offers seasonal, European-inspired cuisine, a private dining room for up to 60 guests and a patio for up to 75. (40 7th Street, NE; 404-347-9555.) South City Kitchen Vinings serves contemporary Southern cuisine and has a small, semi-private dining area for up to 35 and a main dining room that seats up to 66 guests. (1675 Cumberland Parkway; 770-435-0700). South City Kitchen Midtown, La Tavola Trattoria and The Original El Taco offer even more options.

Dressy Italian calls for Pacci Ristorante, Atlanta's only authentic Italian steakhouse. Pacci has a semi-private room for up to eight guests as well as chic outdoor space options atop the restaurant in AltoRex Rooftop Lounge. The restaurant can accommodate groups of any size by using space in the adjacent Hotel Palomar. (866 West Peachtree Street, NW; 678-412-2402.)

Sushi, sashimi and an energized setting with seating for 10 to 100 guests await at RA Sushi Bar Restaurant in the heart of Midtown. (1080 Peachtree Street at 1010 Midtown; 404-267-0114.)

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KEEP YOUR RESOLUTION TO BE A "LOSER" -- EAT AT EVOS® FOR LESS FAT, MORE FLAVOR

On New Year's Day, more than half of all Americans resolve to eat healthier and be "losers." Resolutions can be fleeting, but EVOS Feel Great Fast Food helps Americans keep this one and make it a delicious way of life. For 15 years, the Tampa Bay, Fla.-based company has made it their business to help Americans lose the fat and savor the flavor of their favorite burgers, fries and shakes. When the average American eats out at least four times a week, choosing EVOS' deliciously healthy fast food is a small change that makes a huge difference. EVOS American Champion burger contains only 12 grams of fat and 420 calories. Other fast food burgers can deliver as much as 57 grams of fat and 850 calories. A regular serving of EVOS Airfries checks in at eight grams of fat and 230 calories versus 23 grams of fat and 472 calories at other restaurants. Love shakes? EVOS vanilla organic milkshakes fill you up with 2.5 grams of fat and 180 calories where others contain as much as 44 grams of fat and 800 calories. Shake me up! --



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Atlanta Magazine: Restaurants Opening 2010

A look ahead at Atlanta restaurants opening in 2010
Posted 12/21/2009 12:18:00 PM by Atlanta Magazine

ATL Food Chatter: December 21, 2009 (To receive the Chatter and other culinary tidbits directly in your inbox, sign up for our weekly dining newsletter)

As the New Year and the “teens” approach, there are at least five new spots slated to open in 2010 that should create some anticipation and optimism among Atlanta’s food fans. These restaurants promise to bring both good tidings and good food with a variety of price points and cuisines that should set the stage for a new decade of culinary excellence in Atlanta:

::Pano’s. With its Buckhead Life Restaurant Group pedigree, St. Regis location, and Johnson Studio design, Pano’s has the potential to become the Le Cirque of the South. Look for a late spring opening.

::Jasmine’s. Marc Erhler, a AAA Five Diamond-winning chef, will be at the helm of the signature restaurant in the forthcoming Loews Atlanta hotel in Midtown. Details are still vague—the ubiquitous “innovative cuisine featuring local flavors” tagline is all we’ve heard so far. But the dining scene could be gaining a new star. UPDATE: Katharine Lowe at the Reynolds Group just wrote to let us know that Erhler will NOT be moving to Atlanta after all. Who will helm Jasmine's kitchen? It remains shrouded in secrecy. We'll keep you posted. Lowe does give us a tad more about the direction of the food: "Southern classics in a Mediterranean style preparation." Interesting fusion potential there.—B.A.

::Empire State South. The addition of heralded Athens chef Hugh Acheson to Midtown Atlanta's culinary landscape brings a moderately priced, modern version of the southern meat-and-three staple. This one has the Georgia Organics crowd atwitter with anticipation. Let’s hope the April opening date stays firm

::Shaun Doty’s Burger project. Doty’s Westside burger joint will feature high quality product in a fast casual environment, adding another destination spot to the hippest dining hood in Atlanta.

::Tomo. Nobu Matsuhisa protégé Tomohiro “Tomo” Naito is moving his Japanese restaurant to the posh Ritz-Carlton Residences in Buckhead. Will the move diminish the neighborhood appeal of his former Vinings location, or might Buckhead finally have the replacement for Soto it’s been lacking several years? Time will tell.

In addition to these restaurants, a few other projects—most still in the rumor category—offer a glimpse into 2010 dining potential. Kevin Gullespie is hinting that he and his partners will open another venture. Flip is scouting for a Buckhead spot. And, amid much hope and talk and alleged bureaucratic red tape, mobile food trucks may soon debut in Atlanta. Another we’re hearing about: the folks at North Georgia’s Magnolia Bakery are planning a food truck featuring their baked goods and organic lunch fare. [Editor's note: On top of my wish list is a potential bakery from the Cakes and Ale folks—B.A.]

NEWS AND NOTES:

::Kevin Rathbun was named 2009 Chef of the Year by Chef’s Magazine.

::Ansley Park. Brett Ring, formerly sous chef at Stats, will be the top toque at Hobnob Neighborhood Tavern, the new spot from the owners of Gilbert’s Mediterranean Cafe we mentioned a couple weeks back that will open in January in the former Caribou Coffee spot.

::Buckhead. Thrillist called out the opening of Carisoul Cuisine, featuring Caribbean fare like curry goat and meat patties for under $ 10, has opened inside the Darlington Apartments at 2025 Peachtree Road.

::Downtown. Creative Loafing is reporting that the folks at Top Flr have leased some second floor space at the corner of Boulevard and Edgewood Avenue.

::Midtown. Highland Bakery sent out a press release announcing the opening an 1,100-square-foot location at 1180 Peachtree Street this spring. (Looks like it's website is currently being updated.)

::Tin Lizzy’s Cantina is slated to open its third location in the former Fuego Spanish Grill location by the first quarter of 2010.

::Old Fourth Ward. Serpas Restaurant was named one of America’s 10 best New Restaurants by GQ magazine's January issue.

::Westside. West Egg Cafe will open its new 3,669-square-foot location in mid-January, 2010, in the White Provision Residences building and will introduce its first dinner menu and bar in the new restaurant space. (From Reynolds Group press release.)

::Speaking of White Provision, Ormsby’s opened over the weekend, and the menu—boiled peanuts and ambitious sandwiches—looks like a fresh, smart take on tavern food.

(Article from Atlanta Magazine. See the full article at http://www.atlantamagazine.com/blogs/covereddish/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10076924)

Midtown Week: 01.04.10 - 01.10.10

*Monday*
::Tijuana Garage - Muchas Gracias Monday
::Baraonda Cafe Italiano - 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM
::Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
::Twisted Taco - 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Veni Vidi Vici- $4 Bar Selections including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM
::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - Monday 20 cent wings 7-11pm :: Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.
::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
::Flying Biscuit Midtown - Free Kid's Meal with Adult Meal Purchase. 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
::Gordon Biersch Brewery - $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close.
:: Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11
::Zocalo - 5-10pm $5 House Margaritas
::Peasant Bistro - All You Can Eat Mussels Night for $15; With A Bottomless Glass Of Wine $20



*Tuesday*
::Einsteins - 1/2 price bottle wine all day
::Marlow's Tavern - $2 Tuesdays with $2 tacos and $2 beers
::Steamhouse Lounge - $1 Beers All Night
::The Highlander - All You Can Eat Crab Legs for $19.95::Twisted Taco - 1/2 off Quesadillas, 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Tijuana Garage - 8:30-10:30pm Team Trivia
::Little Azio - Pastafest! Any pasta $6.99!
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food- Appetizer of The Day: Queso Flameado con Chorizo
::Park Tavern - $1 Draft Beer (When It Rains, They Pour)
::Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM
::Baraonda Cafe Italiano - 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM
::Veni Vidi Vici - $4 Bar Selections Including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM
::Dogwood Restaurant - 3 Course Dinner Plate for $25 - Half roasted chicken with natural jus, new potatoes, asparagus
::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - $1 Burgers - Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.
::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
::Flying Biscuit Midtown - Free Kid's Meal with Adult Meal Purchase. 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Halo - $3 Bubbly and Champagne Cocktails. 5:00 PM-3:00 AM
::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
::Gordon Biersch Brewery - $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close
::Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11
::Vortex Bar and Grill - Poker 8pm
::Nickiemoto's - Dollar Sushi All Day; 4-7pm 50% off Dumplings
::Trivia anyone? Tuesday night is the night for it! Try Midtown spots The Nook, On Piedmont Park, Ri Ra Irish Pub - Atlanta, Publik Atlanta...all hosting trivia tonight and every Tuesday night!



*Wednesday*
::Gordon Biersch - $1 off lagers all day! Pair that with a $10 lunch or happy hour! Also $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close.
::Twisted Taco - Karaoke Wednesdays! Buy 1 get 1 FREE appetizers! $4 margaritas!! Eat, Drink, Get Twisted!! 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Steel Restaurant - 5-7pm complementary sushi and signature cocktails
::O'Terrills - Girls' Night Out - $5 Martinis & Cosmopolitans. $2 Soft Tacos
::Park Tavern- 1/2 off bottles of wine! $1 Draft Beer (When It Rains, They Pour)
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Shrimp Quesidillas
::Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM
::Baraonda Cafe Italiano - 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM
::Veni Vidi Vici - $4 Bar Selections Including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM
::Dogwood Restaurant – 3 Course Dinner Plate for $25 -Southern fried catfish, creamy yellow grits with pimentos, fresh herb tartar sauce
::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM. - Trivia Night!
::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
::Room at Twelve - $10 All U Can Eat Sushi Rolls & $5 Bottomless Sake. 5:30 PM-8:00 PM
::Flying Biscuit Midtown - Free Kid's Meal with Adult Meal Purchase. 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
::Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11
::Vortex Bar and Grill - Poker 8pm
::Eno - Wine Tasting and Free Tapas 6:30-8:30pm for $10
::Nickiemoto’s – 4-7pm 50% off Dumplings
::The Nook - Half priced select bottles of wine
::Ray's New York Pizza- Trivia Night!
::Laughing Skull Lounge - Comedy Gold Open Mic
::Publik Atlanta - Wii Night!

*Thursday*
::Einsteins - "Thursday Night Live" tonight! Get to Einsteins for great live music and the best patio in town! Show starts at 7pm! $2 off glasses of wine (yep, even the pricey ones) and $5 margaritas, mojitos and martinis. $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close.
::Front Page News -8:30pm - 9:30pm Justin - Acoustic Jam
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Calamari
::Steel Restaurant - $1 Sake Thursday – Come sample Sake and Sushi.
::Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM
::Baraonda Cafe Italiano - 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM - $12.99 Specialty Paired Pizza & Pint
::Twisted Taco - 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Veni Vidi Vici - $4 Bar Selections Including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM
::Dogwood Restaurant – 3 Course Dinner Plate for $25 - Kobe beef meatloaf, buttermilk-bacon smashed potatoes, squash casserole
::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - 1/2 Price Wine - Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.
::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
::Flying Biscuit Midtown - Free Kid's Meal with Adult Meal Purchase. 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
::Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11
::Nickiemoto’s – 4-7pm 50% off Dumplings
::Peasant Bistro - 5:30-8:30pm Jazz Night with $4 Martinis and $5 Appetizers at the bar
::Vortex Bar and Grill - Industry Night- $3 Beer and Shots. 9:00 PM-3:00 AM

*Friday*
TAP 1180 - $3 Numbers Ale and Live Band Every Friday Night! So many beers to choose from and personally recommend getting the grilled cheese!! yummmy!
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Chipotle Barbeque Chicken Quesidillas
:: Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM
::Baraonda Cafe Italiano- 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM
::Twisted Taco - 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Veni Vidi Vici - $4 Bar Selections Including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM
::Dogwood Restaurant – 3 Course Dinner Plate for $25 -Prime rib, sweet corn pudding, buttermilk-horseradish whipped potatoes
::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.
::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
::FROGS Cantina Midtown - Each Friday night, enjoy an order of Chicken, Shrimp and Steak Fajitas for Two and a pitcher of Texas Margaritas for $36.89!
::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
::Gordon Biersch Brewery - $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close.
::Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11

*Saturday*
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Shrimp Quesadillas
::Vickery's - Brunch; $10 All you can eat brunch buffet, $15 Bottomless mimosas or bloodies, $1 Miller High Life; 11am-2:30pm
::Spice Market - Bento Box $16. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM Includes soup, salad, choice of beef or chicken skewers, choice of cod, salmon, or chicken curry entree & dessert.

*Sunday*
::Gordon Biersch - NFL Sunday Ticket, $4.95 Appetizers, $1.00 Off Beers, Live Jazz, Bloody Mary Bar
::Marlow's Tavern-Sunday brunch from 10am-3pm. Brunch Buffet is only $14.99 and bottomless Mimosas for $15.
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Calmari
::The Highlander - Trivia Night! Have a bunch of useless knowledge? Turn that into a bar tab!
::One Midtown Kitchen - Make Sunday a ONEday! Come enjoy a very special menu for only $25!
::Vickery's - Brunch; $10 All you can eat brunch buffet, $15 Bottomless mimosas or bloodies, $1 Miller High Life; 11am-2:30pm
::Vortex Bar and Grill - Poker 1pm
::Ecco - $15 Pasta or Pizza with a Beer or Glass of Wine
::Nickiemoto's - Dollar Sushi All Day

*General*
::Midtown store @fabrikatlanta is looking for fashion addicts for sales positions. Bring your resume in at any GA location.
::Veni Vidi Vici - All Bar Menu Selections $4 Monday- Friday from 4-6:30pm
::Fuego Spanish Grill - $1 Tapas Every Week Night From 4-6pm, $2 Lunch Tacos
::Park Tavern- 1/2 off Sushi 10pm-Midnight Every Week Night
::One Midtown Kitchen - Bottomless Glass of Wine Daily at 5:30pm
::Oceanaire -"Lunch Box" which includes a cup of clam chowder, small caesar salad, and a pesto chicken panini for only $9.95 --- Come enjoy our new Midtown Menu & pair your meal with one of our 2010 wines - only $20.10 per bottle. Check out our menu offerings online!!
::Noodle - Daily lunch and dinner specials, everything under $10.
::Nickiemoto's - Weekdays 11:30am-2:30pm Dollar Sushi



*January Events in Midtown Atlanta*

::The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival returns to theatres later this month (January 13-24) but check out the AJFF Gala Concert TONIGHT at the Woodruff Arts Center Symphony Hall in Midtown. The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra will perform Jewish-themed Hollywood classics--music from favorites such as Exodus, Driving Miss Daisy, S...chindler's List and Life is Beautiful. The event celebrates the AJFF's 10th Annual milestone! http://ajff.inticketing.com/films/50364

::Cypress Street - Beer Geek Tuesdays starts Jan 12th Featuring different breweries w/guest speakers, tastings, food pairings etc. See Cypress St. Facebook page for info.

::The Oceanaire Seafood Room - January 29th at 7:00pm we are hosting a private wine dinner featuring the Banfi Family Vintners Portfolio of wines - $65 per person ++. See website for details!

New Years Eve Edition - Everything Midtown Week: 12.28.09 - 01.03.10

*Monday*
::Tijuana Garage - Muchas Gracias Monday
::Baronda Cafe Italiano - 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM
::Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
::Twisted Taco - 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Veni Vidi Vici- $4 Bar Selections including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM
::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - Monday 20 cent wings 7-11pm :: Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.
::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
::Flying Biscuit Midtown - Free Kid's Meal with Adult Meal Purchase. 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
::Gordon Biersch Brewery - $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close.
:: Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11
::Zocalo - 5-10pm $5 House Margaritas
::Peasant Bistro - All You Can Eat Mussels Night for $15; With A Bottomless Glass Of Wine $20



*Tuesday*
::Einsteins - 1/2 price bottle wine all day
::Marlow's Tavern - $2 Tuesdays with $2 tacos and $2 beers
::Steamhouse Lounge - $1 Beers All Night::The Highlander - All You Can Eat Crab Legs for $19.95
::Twisted Taco - 1/2 off Quesadillas, 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Tijuana Garage - 8:30-10:30pm Team Trivia
::Little Azio - Pastafest! Any pasta $6.99!
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food- Appetizer of The Day: Queso Flameado con Chorizo
::Park Tavern - $1 Draft Beer (When It Rains, They Pour)
::Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM
::Baraonda Cafe Italiano - 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM
::Veni Vidi Vici - $4 Bar Selections Including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM
::Dogwood Restaurant - 3 Course Dinner Plate for $25 - Half roasted chicken with natural jus, new potatoes, asparagus
::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.
::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
::Flying Biscuit Midtown - Free Kid's Meal with Adult Meal Purchase. 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Halo - $3 Bubbly and Champagne Cocktails. 5:00 PM-3:00 AM
::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
::Gordon Biersch Brewery - $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close
::Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11
::Vortex Bar and Grill - Poker 8pm
::Nickiemoto's - Dollar Sushi All Day; 4-7pm 50% off Dumplings



*Wednesday*
::TAP 1180 - Industry Night in Midtown! $3 #`s Ale, $3 Jager, $3 Grand Marnier and half off plates at TAP!
::Gordon Biersch - $1 off lagers all day! Pair that with a $10 lunch or happy hour! Also $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close.
::Twisted Taco - Karaoke Wednesdays! Buy 1 get 1 FREE appetizers! $4 margaritas!! Eat, Drink, Get Twisted!! 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Steel Restaurant - 5-7pm complementary sushi and signature cocktails
::O'Terrills - Girls' Night Out - $5 Martinis & Cosmopolitans. $2 Soft Tacos
::Park Tavern- 1/2 off bottles of wine! $1 Draft Beer (When It Rains, They Pour)
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Shrimp Quesidillas
::Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM
::Baraonda Cafe Italiano - 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM
::Veni Vidi Vici - $4 Bar Selections Including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM
::Dogwood Restaurant – 3 Course Dinner Plate for $25 -Southern fried catfish, creamy yellow grits with pimentos, fresh herb tartar sauce
::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.
::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
::Room at Twelve - $10 All U Can Eat Sushi Rolls & $5 Bottomless Sake. 5:30 PM-8:00 PM
::Flying Biscuit Midtown - Free Kid's Meal with Adult Meal Purchase. 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
::Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11
::Vortex Bar and Grill - Poker 8pm
::Eno - Wine Tasting and Free Tapas 6:30-8:30pm for $10
::Zocalo's - 5-10pm $5 House Margaritas; $10 for 5 Tecate or Domestic Beers
::Nickiemoto’s – 4-7pm 50% off Dumplings



*Thursday (New Years Eve Special)*
::Artmore Hotel. New Year's Eve at the Artmore!!! Why get in your car when you can walk to the Artmore! $50 per person for an open bar, DJ, Champagne Toast at midnight, and some light bites. Open Bar from 10pm to 1 pm. Call with a credit card to RSVP for this event at 404-201-7555.
::Cypress Street Pint & Plate. New Years Eve. Let us be your cheap date. Good times. Cheap price. Your memories. $10 pre-sale, $15 at door. Open Bar. 9-10 pm. Sponsored by Magic Hat, Fat Tire & Van Gough Vodka. Breakfast Buffet. Champagne Toast. D.j. Located at the corner of 6th Street and Cypress Street behind The Biltmore. 404.815.9243.
::Front Page News. Teaming up with neighborhood improv favorite Whole World Theatre on New Year's Eve for dinner and a show. As a special bonus, you'll receive a Buy One Get One Free Entree offer for Ne Year's Day Brunch. Visit www.wholeworldtheatre.com for reservations and details.
::The Melting Pot-Midtown Atlanta. Enjoy a 5-course prix-fixe dinner $75/person. Special Offer--"Double Date" & receive $40 off your entire bill (parties of 4 or more). Regular menu will not be offered.
::Marlow's Tavern: The tavern will be offering a three-course meal of "lobsters and libations" for $30 per person, with complimentary champagne, and will be serving till midnight. 950 West Peachtree St. 404-815-0323.
::One. Midtown Kitchen. Special menu items will be offered benefitting the occasion, along with hats, noisemakers, a balloon drop and champagne toast at midnight. To make reservations call 404.892.4111 or visit onemidtownkitchen.com.
::Park Tavern. New Year's Eve Ball 2010 with Peachtree Social Club & Wednesday Night Drinking club. Thursday, December 31st 9pm-2:30am. Visit http://www.xorbia.com/rsvp/WNDC/nye2010/tickets.cfm?promocode=wndc for ticket purchase.
::Ri Ra Irish Pub Atlanta. Ring in the New Year with the luck of the Irish! Join Ri Ra on New Year's Eve for an Irish Champagne toast at midnight. Families and European natives can celebrate the night early by ringing in 2010 at 7 p.m., when it will be midnight in Ireland, and enjoy an Irish toast! Ri Ra will host its weekend RiRa Live for $5 cover with a performance by Slip Tripman. 4 pm to 2 am.
::Shout. New Years Eve 2010 @ Shout. Featuring Talk Journey to Me and Moby Dick and DJ Jazzy. Tickets starting at $35.
::Silk Asian Steak & Seafood. A four-course New Years Eve menu complete with a bottle of champagne, complimentary noisemakers and New Years accessories. $75. 919 Peachtree Street. 678-705-8888.
::Steel Restaurant & Lounge. 4 Course Celebratory Choice Menu. Early Seating 5-7pm, $35. Gala Seating 7:30-11pm, $55 (includes glass of bubbly to toast). Let's ring in a new and prosperous year together! RSVP (404)-477-6111.
::TAP. Enjoy great deals with no cover! D.J. spinning from 9 p.m. on. Menu specials include half price "shares" all night, along with $5 well drinks, shots and beers.
::W Atlanta Midtown: Pre set menu designed by Jean-Georges featuring a champagne toast, party favors & live music for $75 per person!





*Friday*
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Chipotle Barbeque Chicken Quesidillas
:: Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM
::Baraonda Cafe Italiano- 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM
::Twisted Taco - 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Veni Vidi Vici - $4 Bar Selections Including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM
::Dogwood Restaurant – 3 Course Dinner Plate for $25 -Prime rib, sweet corn pudding, buttermilk-horseradish whipped potatoes
::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.
::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
::FROGS Cantina Midtown - Each Friday night, enjoy an order of Chicken, Shrimp and Steak Fajitas for Two and a pitcher of Texas Margaritas for $36.89!
::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
::Gordon Biersch Brewery - $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close.
::Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11



*Saturday*
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Shrimp Quesadillas
::Vickery's - Brunch; $10 All you can eat brunch buffet, $15 Bottomless mimosas or bloodies, $1 Miller High Life; 11am-2:30pm
::Spice Market - Bento Box $16. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM Includes soup, salad, choice of beef or chicken skewers, choice of cod, salmon, or chicken curry entree & dessert.



*Sunday*
::Gordon Biersch - NFL Sunday Ticket, $4.95 Appetizers, $1.00 Off Beers, Live Jazz, Bloody Mary Bar
::Marlow's Tavern-Sunday brunch from 10am-3pm. Brunch Buffet is only $14.99 and bottomless Mimosas for $15.
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Calmari
::The Highlander - Trivia Night! Have a bunch of useless knowledge? Turn that into a bar tab!
::One Midtown Kitchen - Make Sunday a ONEday! Come enjoy a very special menu for only $25!
::Vickery's - Brunch; $10 All you can eat brunch buffet, $15 Bottomless mimosas or bloodies, $1 Miller High Life; 11am-2:30pm
::Vortex Bar and Grill - Poker 1pm
::Ecco - $15 Pasta or Pizza with a Beer or Glass of Wine
::Nickiemoto's - Dollar Sushi All Day



*General*
::Midtown store @fabrikatlanta is looking for fashion addicts for sales positions. Bring your resume in at any GA location.
::Veni Vidi Vici - All Bar Menu Selections $4 Monday- Friday from 4-6:30pm
::Fuego Spanish Grill - $1 Tapas Every Week Night From 4-6pm, $2 Lunch Tacos
::Park Tavern- 1/2 off Sushi 10pm-Midnight Every Week Night
::One Midtown Kitchen - Bottomless Glass of Wine Daily at 5:30pm
::Oceanaire -"Lunch Box" which includes a cup of clam chowder, small caesar salad, and a pesto chicken panini for only $9.95
::Noodle - Daily lunch and dinner specials, everything under $10.
::Nickiemoto's - Weekdays 11:30am-2:30pm Dollar Sushi








(New Years Eve Specials Courtesy of Midtown Alliance)

Christmas In Midtown Atlanta

I have compiled a list of when restaurants in Midtown Atlanta will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day! Enjoy! Merry Christmas!


*Midtown Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day*


::Nan Thai::
Christmas Eve - Open Lunch and Dinner
Christmas Day - Open Dinner Only

::Melting Pot::
Christmas Eve - Open All Day
Christmas Day - Open All Day

::The Lobby at Twelve::
Christmas Eve - Open For Lunch and Dinner
Christmas Day - Open For Lunch and Dinner

::Park 75 Restaurant::
Christmas Eve -Open All Day
Christmas Day - Open 11am-3pm

::Cypress Street Pint and Plate::
Christmas Eve - Open All Day
Christmas Day - Open at 5pm

::Joes On Juniper::
Christmas Eve - Open All Day
Christmas Day - Open at 4pm


*Midtown Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve and Closed on Christmas Day*

::One Midtown Kitchen::
Christmas Eve - Open All Day
Christmas Day - Closed

::Two Urban Licks::
Christmas Eve - Open All Day
Christmas Day - Closed

::Steel Restaurant and Lounge::
Christmas Eve - Open All Day
Christmas Day - Closed

::Rira Irish Pub::
Christmas Eve - Open Till 5pm
Christmas Day - Closed

::Ra Sushi::
Christmas Eve - Open Till 3pm
Christmas Day - Closed

::Front Page News::
Christmas Eve - Open Till 4pm
Christmas Day - Closed

::Vickery's::
Christmas Eve - Open Till Midnight
Christmas Day - Closed

::Veni Vidi Vici::
Christmas Eve - Open
Christmas Day - Closed

::ENO::
Christmas Eve - Open Till 6pm
Christmas Day - Closed

::Oceanaire::
Christmas Eve - Open Till 8pm
Christmas Day - Closed

::Vortex Bar and Grill::
Christmas Eve - Open Till 5pm
Christmas Day - Closed

::Einstein's::
Christmas Eve - Open
Christmas Day - Closed

::Mellow Mushroom::
Christmas Eve - Open
Christmas Day - Closed

::Pasta da Pulcinella::
Christmas Eve - Open
Christmas Day - Closed

::Taco Mac::
Christmas Eve - Open Till 5pm
Christmas Day - Closed

::Shout::
Christmas Eve - Open
Christmas Day - Closed

::Strip::
Christmas Eve - Open
Christmas Day- Closed

::Steamhouse Lounge::
Christmas Eve - Open Till 5pm
Christmas Day - Closed


*Midtown Restaurants Closed Christmas Eve and Open Christmas Day*

::Twisted Taco::
Christmas Eve - Closed
Christmas Day - Open at 8pm

*Midtown Restaurants Closed Both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day*

::South City Kitchen::

::Zocalo's::

::Nickiemoto's::

::Baraonda Cafe::

::Park Tavern::

::Tap 1180::