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OpenTable diners are a feisty bunch when it comes to high expectations in restaurants. As a mecca of Southern hospitality, Atlanta knows all about it. That’s why it’s so special that a local spot has made OpenTable’s 2018 list of the 50 Best Southern Restaurants in America.
Southern food is highly sought around the United States, but is opened castigated for high blood pressure-inducing foods and salty fare. But those people who blame our culinary exploits obviously aren’t eating some of our most prestigious cuisine.
OpenTable’s 2018 list comes from an analysis of 12,000,000+ reviews of more than 27,000 restaurants across the country. They considered the height, depth and (corn)breadth of countless eateries. One Atlanta restaurant made the list: South City Kitchen.
The Midtown restaurant is officially one of the 50 best Southern restaurants in America, although we already knew that. Its three metro Atlanta locations continue to set the bar on what ATL fine-dining is about.
Atlanta has turned into quite a restaurant town, with new spots popping up by the week it seems. Follow AtlantaFi’s Restaurants tag to stay up on all the latest.
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Family-owned UrbanTree Cidery in West Midtown is set to introduce two new ciders this month: Peary Good, made with Asian pears and blackberries, and Wild Buzz, made with local honey.
Both wild fermented varieties will be released as limited additions at a special event on October 20. Peary Good comes from a contest UrbanTree Cidery held earlier this year.
UrbanTree is located at 1465 Howell Mill Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318.
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If you’re a burger fan, Smashburger just made the holidays sweeter than ever. Since September 28, 2018, Smashburger customers have been able to purchase the Smash Pass for just $100, and this time it’s better than ever.
Available online only, the Smash Pass grants you one FREE entrée every day from November 5, 2018, to February 14, 2019, at participating locations. That’s 100 days of free burgers.
You can order any entrée or choose from options like black bean burgers, grilled and crispy chicken sandwiches, and fresh signature salads.
Last year, the original Smash Pass offered an incredible value with $1 burgers every day. This year Smashburger has raised the stakes with 100 days of FREE Smashburgers. Plus, you can purchase the Smash Pass as a gift for family and friends.
“Our fans raved about the original Smash Pass and have been begging for it to make a comeback,” said David Martinelli, Vice President of Marketing at Smashburger. “We wanted to elevate the experience for our most loyal fans and really give them a lot of burger for their buck. Getting more than $600 worth of burgers for just $100 really takes the sting out of the expensive holiday season.”
To get the new Smash Pass, visit Smashburger.com/SmashPass and sign up for the SmashClub rewards program. Purchase the Smash Pass for $100, and every day from November 5, 2018, to February 14, 2019, a FREE entrée coupon will be added to your SmashClub account and is valid for that day only. Then just visit your neighborhood Smashburger and choose your favorite entrée.
As a bonus, if you buy a Coca-Cola beverage when using your Smash Pass you will be automatically entered to win an all-expenses-paid trip to Las Vegas for two.
Atlanta has one Smashburger location. It is in Buckhead at the following address:
2625 Piedmont RdSte 34AAtlanta, GA 30324When it comes to restaurants, Atlanta is quickly gaining ground on some of the dining capitals around the United States.
Fast-casual is the dining trend du jour around metro Atlanta restaurants. The concept involves mixing the quick accessibility of fast food with the casual dining experience. Food in Atlanta is also adapting to the various tastes of the migrants that come here to live.
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Patrons typically order off a menu board like they would at a burger joint, but the convenience of sitting down to leisurely enjoy their food has made the segment a popular one with the restaurant industry.
The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
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Producers working in Atlanta are in need of movie stand-ins for the next “Avengers: Infinity War movie, for now called “Avengers 4,” which has begun filming around the city.
Casting directors are looking for people available to film scenes on Friday, October 12 in Atlanta.
The Avengers franchise has grossed more than $1 billion for Marvel, and the movie studio doesn’t see that easing up anytime soon. Marvel’s cinematic universe is firmly planted in Atlanta. Both “Black Panther” and “Ant-Man” have shot in the metro area, with several more sequels already planned.
Avengers 4: Atlanta casting call
Here is what Avengers movie producers are looking for:
- We need EMS workers who are available the evening of Friday, October 12th to work background on Project ‘Mary Lou’. The rate is $75/8 and this shoots in the Metro Atlanta area.
- We need EMS workers who are available the evening of Friday, October 12th to work background on Project ‘Mary Lou’. The rate is $75/8 and this shoots in the Metro Atlanta area. If you are an EMS worker or have EMS experience in the past, and are available for this shoot, please send a 3/4 photo, your phone number, height, weight, all sizes and EMS experience to atlantaextras@extraextracasting.com. The subject of this email should be “EMS 10/12” Thank you!
- We are looking for East Indian, and Asian people for a night shoot this Friday night Oct 12, in Metro ATL, rate is $75/8. This is for Project Mary Lou.
- Ages 18-65
Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.
With more than 700 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox. -
There are few festivals in Atlanta that command our total attention like the ATL Cluckfest 2018 Fried Chicken Festival. The event is slated for Saturday, October 6, 2018. It runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Candler Park Dr. , Atlanta, GA 30307.
Aside from the creative name, fried chicken is a rite of passage in the South, and a festival of such proportions is something that calls to mind all kinds of finger-lickin’ delight.
ATL CluckFest 2018 Fried Chicken Festival: What you need to know
The event will bring together numerous restaurants from all over the South to bring their best fried chicken dishes to Candler Park. More than 25+ restaurants will be vying for the crown of Atlanta’s Best Fried Chicken!
Entry is pre-sale tickets are $15.00 at the door $20.00 GA. Each GA will receive a three token wristband redeemable at all restaurants for samples.
VIP Gold is 35.00 and pre-sale $45.00 . Each VIP member will gain early entry ,
6 token wristband redeemable at all restaurants for samples, private bar, climate controlled bathrooms, phone charging stations, seating area, and private DJ.There are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.
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Of all the cities vying to become the Amazon HQ2, Atlanta figured it had a leg up on the competition: world class airport, sizeable downtown and entertainment district, affordable housing and MARTA.
But Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos and team have been eerily silent on which city they will choose to bring 50,000 jobs to and $5 billion in investment. But now the world’s biggest online retailer has announced that it will have an answer before end of year.
Speaking at a business meeting in Washington last week, CEO Jeff Bezos said a decision on HQ2 will be made before the close of 2018. He didn’t offer any more clues though.
The Seattle-based tech giant announced Sept. 7 2017 that it would build a new North America headquarters in a metropolitan city with an international airport, touching off a frenzied national competition. The project is expected to ring tens of thousands of jobs and raise the profile of the region — wherever it’s located — immeasurably.
“Let’s be honest with ourselves: This is the largest economic development deal in the history of America,” Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle told the AJC at the time. “It would require action by the Legislature if we are successful. And I’m very optimistic that we can land Amazon in the state, and we’re in great position to do that.”
Company officials toured several cities as it whittled down its list, but Atlanta has gotten only standard treatment so far. If Amazon does pick ATL, it will inherit a city bustling at the seams yet still able to accommodate things like a Super Bowl and more development per square mile than any metropolitan area in the Southeast.
But does Atlanta have what it takes? Only time — and Bezos — will tell.
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Bring your fork and knife and it’s going to be a party in Atlanta! It’s Inman Park Restaurant Week Sept. 24-30.
Participating eateries include Parish, Wisteria BarTaco and many more.
Inman Park Restaurant Week: Here are the participating eateries
Adjacent to the Beltline, the area has more than 15 restaurants and pubs, offering American, Southern, European and ethnic cuisine among others.
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North Fulton is getting a new health-conscious eatery next month as Flower Child, the fast-casual restaurant that serves seasonally driven, nourishing and food is set to open in Sandy Springs.
The restaurant will open its doors in City Springs, the multi-use project in the heart of downtown Sandy Springs. Flower Child will serve clean, made-from-scratch items such as salads, plates, wraps and bowls based upon seasonal vegetables and fruits, whole grains and lean proteins.
Flower Child’s 3,500-square-foot Sandy Springs location will offer an airy, open atmosphere where up to 78 diners can experience an open air vibe centered on decorative tile and brightly colored brick. Outside they can enjoy a patio that seats an additional 82 people in a 1,300 additional square foot space.
Flower Child is from hospitality expert and Fox Restaurant Concepts founder Sam Fox, who is quoted as saying, “We’re so honored to have received such an outpouring of support from the metro Atlanta community since opening Flower Child Buckhead. With our new location in Sandy Springs, we’re excited to continue our mission of sharing good vibes and delicious food with our growing community of friends and neighbors.”
Flower Child Sandy Springs Job Fair
Flower Child is also hosting a job fair on September 24-29 and October 1-6 between 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for positions including servers, cashiers, line and prep cooks, dishwashers and expeditors. Interested applicants are encouraged to bring a copy of their resume to the restaurant or apply online.
The Atlanta restaurants scene is booming. The city’s suburban outposts, including places like Brookhaven, Sandy Springs, Johns Creek and Alpharetta are all experiencing a restaurant rebirth as developers look to branch out beyond Atlanta’s core. There is also a generous scattering of burger joints, coffee shops and more around the Perimeter. Atlanta restaurants can be found in each quadrant of the city, trading on their respective environments to offer something truly unique to the community.
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One of Buckhead’s best-kept secrets opened in August in Phipps Plaza. Grand Lux Cafe is from the same people that brought us the Cheesecake Factory.The new restaurant comes on strong with hipness, contemporary decor and an atmosphere that’s a lot more relaxed.The eatery clear caters to the upwardly mobile and affluent, something that was clearly evident in the day AtlantaFi sampled a few items on the menu.Grand Lux Cafe opens in Buckhead
The restaurant borrows heavily from the grandeur and luxury of European cafes, including French bistros and Italian pastry shops, but with the contemporary sensibilities inherent in the American dining experience.Grand Lux Cafe first opened in Las Vegas at the famed Venetian Resort, Hotel and Casino, and was such a hit that the parent company sought to expand the idea. Now, there are Grand Lux Cafes in eight states, including Florida, Texas, New Jersey and New York.When I visited, for starters I tried the Chicken Lettuce Wraps, which includes minced Sauteed Chicken Breast and Vegetables in a Delicious Asian Sauce. Served with Cool Lettuce Wraps.The lettuce was crispy-fresh and served as a fitting shell for a heaping of shredded chicken laced with Asian sauce.For my entree, I went with the Stacked Chicken Quesadilla, which features tortillas Layered with Melted Cheese, Chicken, Tomato, Black Beans and Green Chiles. Served with Sour Cream and Salsa. It was heavenly.The help was exceptional. Each waiter or waitress tended to my needs as they were evident.As for the beverage program, was okay. I had a Moscow Mule that was on point. But a margarita was on the weak side. I’m sure it was just a hiccup.Grand Lux Cafe is open 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Thursdays. On weekends, the hours are 10 a.m. to midnight (11 p.m. on Sundays). Weekend Brunch is on Saturdays and Sundays 10:00AM – 2:00PM.The Atlanta restaurants scene is booming. The city’s suburban outposts, including places like Brookhaven, Sandy Springs, Johns Creek and Alpharetta are all experiencing a restaurant rebirth as developers look to branch out beyond Atlanta’s core. There is also a generous scattering of burger joints, coffee shops and more around the Perimeter. Atlanta restaurants can be found in each quadrant of the city, trading on their respective environments to offer something truly unique to the community.
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Are you looking for a job in downtown Atlanta? The 9th Annual AMB Sports & Entertainment Career Expo at Mercedes-Benz Stadium will be held Friday, September 21, 2018. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to meet and network with executives from organizations in the sports industry.
There will be numerous occupations represented. This is your chance to learn about entry-level positions and internships that are currently available!
Schedule of Events:
Friday, September 21st
1:00pm – Doors Open for Registration + Tours Begin
2:00pm – Career Expo + Speaker Series Begin
4:00pm – Tours Conclude
5:00pm – Career Expo Concludes
Saturday, September 22nd
7:00pm – Atlanta United vs. Real Salt Lake (MLS Game)
2018 Organizations Attending:
- Atlanta United FC
- Atlanta Falcons
- Mercedes-Benz Stadium
- Atlanta Braves
- Atlanta Hawks
- Tennessee Titans
- Atlanta Motor Speedway
- Harlem Globetrotters
- Accelerated Sports Career Academy
- Women’s Basketball Coaches Association
- College Football Hall of Fame
- Talladega Superspeedway
- The Aspire Group
- Chattanooga Lookouts
- Atlanta Dream
- Myrtle Beach Pelicans
- Georgia Swarm
- Fanatics
- S.A.F.E. Management
- Levy
- Atlanta Gladiators
- Gwinnett Stripers
- IMG Learfield
- Mitsubishi Electric Classic
- Huddle Inc.
- A&A Sports and Entertainment
Registration:
– Event Package – $41.57 per registrant plus registration fees– Registration includes access to the Career Expo, Speaker Series, Q&A, a Guided Tour, plus an Atlanta United Game Ticket
– Additional discounted Atlanta United tickets are available to purchase at checkout
Refunds, Exchanges and Cancellations:
All sales are final. Exchanges will not be provided of any kind. Should an event be cancelled or postponed due to weather or other circumstances, TeamWork Online will notify attendees in writing and do everything within its power to provide an acceptable remedy.Read more: The essential bars in Little 5 Points
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