Ponce City Market is just one of the
destinations hosting events to get us ready for the holidays. Read below for
more activities, specials and events ATL has to offer.
Whaddup!
Atlanta always
have something going on especially during the holiday season. Starting on the
13th, it’s on! Here are some very cool events and ideas that pretty
much involve pleasing your palate!
Cheers!
Ale
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675 Ponce de
Leon Ave.
Tues., Nov. 13 – “Gusto di Italia” Wine Tasting Series
Beginning tomorrow (November 13), Brezza Cucina's
Beverage Director Don Pirone will host a wine tasting class the second Tuesday
of every month focusing on a different region in Italy. Guests can enjoy an
interactive learning and tasting experience centered around four wines from the
restaurant's cultivated selection. Snacks will be served from Brezza Cucina's
newly debuted Burrata & Raw Bar. Each class begins at 7pm and is $30
to attend, and reservations can be made by emailing candace@brezzacucina.com
and keith@brezzacucina.com.
Mon., Nov. 12, Dec. 10, Jan. 14 – Kids Pizza-Making
Classes
Brezza Cucina is now offering Kids Pizza-Making Classes
the second Monday of every month! The restaurant's culinary team will teach
little chefs how to stretch pizza dough before they top pies themselves and
watch as the pizzas bake in the restaurant's wood fire oven. Classes cost $25
per child, including a complimentary glass of wine for mom or dad, and are held
from 5-7pm. Participation can be reserved by emailing candace@brezzacucina.com
and keith@brezzacucina.com.
Upcoming classes will be held on November 12 (SOLD OUT), December 10, January
14, etc. on the second Monday of the month.
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Ponce City
Market & The Battery
Thurs., Nov. 15 - El Super Pan Supper Series: “Parrillada Del Sur”
On Nov. 15 at The Battery location, El Super Pan is
hosting a special three-course dinner inspired by South American Parrillada
flavors. The barbecue will feature perfectly seasoned and grilled cuts of beef,
pork, chicken, and sausages, along with a variety of roasted vegetables, red
wine and beer pairings from Chile and Argentina. The night will end on a sweet
note with traditional desserts of flan and alfajores. Tickets are $50 each and
can be purchased online.
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1465 Howell
Mill Rd NE
Sat., Nov. 17 - UrbanTree
Friendsgiving
UrbanTree is hosting a special Friendsgiving event on
Nov. 17, ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. Guests are invited to sip cider,
purchase food from Low-Co Motion food truck, and take advantage of a 10% sale
on bottles of cider to-go, the perfect fall drink for bringing to the
Thanksgiving table.
Fri., Nov. 16 - Hand
Picked Comedy
Hand Picked Comedy is back at UrbanTree! This month’s
featured performers include Benton Hickerson, Laura Peek, and Olivia Cathcart,
all hosted by Ian Aber. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door.
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S. Main Street,
Alpharetta
Through Wed., Nov 21 - Holiday Cakes
South Main Kitchen’s coveted holiday cakes are now
available! Made fresh to order by the restaurant’s pastry chef, the cakes are
available in two varieties: Coconut Doberge, a vanilla bean cake with
coconut German buttercream and flaked coconut and Double Dark Chocolate,
a decadent dark chocolate cake made with bittersweet chocolate frosting and
Maldon salt flakes.
South Main Kitchen’s holiday cakes can be pre-ordered at
the restaurant or by calling (678) 691-4622 with pick-up through Wednesday,
Nov. 21.
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123 East Court
Square (Decatur)
Celebrate the Holiday Season at The White Bull!
Whether you’re planning an office holiday celebration or
a gathering with friends and family, The White Bull has you covered. Offering
special lunch, dinner, and hors d’oeuvres menus for semi-private events, The
White Bull will work with you to ensure your holiday celebration is a success.
Lunch pricing begins at $35/person, and dinner begins at $55/person. Pricing
varies for the hors d’oeuvre menu, which can be served at a cocktail-style
reception or at table celebrations. See here for The White Bull’s event catering menu options and
pricing, and to book an event, email info@whitebullatl.com.
Tues., Nov. 13 – Wine v. Beer Dinner with A Cork in the Road
Don't miss wine concierge Kelly of A Cork in
the Road and her beer-loving competitor as they pair one beer and one wine
with each dish for an exclusive four-course dinner at The White Bull. Guests
will select which beverage they think pairs best with each course, ultimately
putting the “wine vs beer” debate to rest! A wine enthusiast and experienced
tasting consultant, Kelly will help guests define their personal preferences in
a fun, approachable way. Guests can expect to come away with a deepened
understanding of the flavors, smells, and styles of wine and beer that they
prefer most. Tickets can be purchased here for $65 per person.
Sat., Nov. 17 - Cocktails: An American Story
Join The White Bull’s Beverage Director Matthew Scott as
he traces the story of the cocktail. This event series provides attendees with
a detailed history of our nation’s most memorable and iconic cocktail recipes,
along with tastes of each throughout the lesson. Guests, who must be 21+ to
attend, can choose their favorite concoction from the list and work with
Matthew to recreate it for themselves.
This Saturday’s topic, “Prohibition in the Dark Ages” will be hosted on Saturday,
Nov. 17 from 12:30-2:30pm. The lesson will cover the history of the American
prohibition, and the well-known cocktail concoctions that developed as a
result. Tickets are $55/person and can be purchased online here.
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675 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE
Nov. 19-20 - Batter Cookie Dough Counter’s One-Year
Anniversary
Celebrate one year of edible cookie dough with Batter at
PCM! From Monday, Nov. 19 through Tuesday, Nov. 20, the shop will offer an
anniversary special to all guests from 11am-9pm. Cookie dough lovers can
purchase a scoop of cookie dough and receive a second scoop for 50% off!
Now available - Holiday
Pre-Orders from Root Baking Co.
Thanksgiving carbs are covered by Root Baking Co.! The
newly opened shop inside Ponce City Market is now offering pre-orders for the
holidays both online and in person. Selections include heirloom apple
pie (made with apple-ginger filling and stone-milled flour crust), chocolate
pecan pie, multigrain and sourdough breads, biscotti, lemon and chocolate
shortbread cookies, and more. All Thanksgiving orders must be placed by
Nov. 19.
Join Williams Sonoma at Ponce City Market for an exciting
event celebrating the launch of The Final Table, a new global culinary
competition series from Netflix. In the show, chefs from around the world face
off as they attempt to master cuisines from nine different countries. While
guests don’t have to compete for a title, they’ll get to experience a glimpse
of the show brought to life in this special cooking class.
Inspired by the global array of dishes featured on The
Final Table, this exciting event will take a deep dive into Spain’s diverse
flavors with a special paella cooking demonstration along with additional
recipes for guests to bring a special taste of Italy and Mexico back home with
them, including Spaghetti al Limone, Chicken Tacos, and Guacamole. Tickets are $10 per person and include a live cooking
demonstration and paella paired with cider from friends at Shacksbury Cider.
Proceeds benefit No Kid Hungry in their fight against childhood hunger.
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656 N. Highland
Ave NE
Tues., Nov. 13 - Travel
Channel’s “Food Paradise” Filming
Calling all Travel Channel fans! The television network
will be at Sweet Auburn on Nov. 13 to film for their “Food Paradise” show from
12-2pm. Guests are invited to stop by for lunch for their chance to be featured
on the show.
Wed., Nov. 28 - No-Shave
November Night
Sponsored by The Shave
Barbershop Atlanta, visit Sweet Auburn BBQ to support men’s health on Nov.
28. From 7-10pm, there will be prizes for unique beards, and all guests can
enjoy food and drinks specials with raffle proceeds benefiting No-Shave November,
an organization devoted to raising cancer awareness.
255 Ottley Drive
Now Available at Lake Burrito!
Local coffee roaster East Pole is now available at Lake Burrito, the Cumming, Georgia-based restaurant serving fresh Mexican cuisine! East Pole’s “Traffic” coffee blend is available on drip by the cup, with iced coffee served alongside the restaurant’s weekend breakfast menu of tacos, burritos, salads and more.
Local coffee roaster East Pole is now available at Lake Burrito, the Cumming, Georgia-based restaurant serving fresh Mexican cuisine! East Pole’s “Traffic” coffee blend is available on drip by the cup, with iced coffee served alongside the restaurant’s weekend breakfast menu of tacos, burritos, salads and more.
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1317 Logan
Circle NW
Just launched - #ThisIsMySecondSelf
Second Self has launched their #ThisIsMySecondSelf campaign, celebrating the side hustles
and passions of the community. Inspired by their co-founders story of leaving
desk jobs to brew beer, the brewery is asking people to use the hashtag for the
chance to be featured on their social media and cheers with friends over free
beers!
Now available - Junipa
Second Self has released its cold weather seasonal Junipa
(6.4% ABV). A spruce beer inspired by gin, Junipa returns in 2018,
featuring ingredients juniper and rosemary. The beer is now available on draft
at Second Self’s taproom in Atlanta and on draft and in cans in bars and
restaurants throughout Georgia, South Carolina, and Alabama.
Sun., Nov. 18 - Rise
Up with People’s BBQ
Cheer on the Falcons at Second Self! On Nov. 18, craft
beer lovers are invited to the Westside taproom to watch the game. People’s BBQ
will be onsite smoking a whole pig and preparing food for purchase, and guests
can purchase plates for $15 or an all-you-can-eat option for $25, including
side items. Anyone in Falcons gear will also receive a free beer during the
game.
Fri., Nov. 23 - Black
Friday Sale
Shoppers - include Second Self in your Black Friday
route! On Nov. 23, each beer in the tasting room will be $3 and a food truck
will be onsite with food for purchase.
