DISTILLERY OF MODERN ART EVENTS JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2023

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/16/23

DISTILLERY OF MODERN ART CONTINUES TOP SHELF COMEDY SERIES   

Stand-Up Comedy Show Serving Up Laughs, Cocktails, Art and More    

Thursday, January 19, 2023 From 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. 

– As we enter in to a new year, Distillery of Modern Art continues its Top Shelf Comedy series, a monthly stand-up show featuring the best of Atlanta’s comedians. On Thursday, January 19th from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m, host Amy Brown and comedians Amanda Marks, Carlette Jennings and Paul Ollinger will deliver a healthy serving of non stop laughs. Seating is first come, first served, so guests are encouraged to arrive early to grab a craft cocktail and mingle with fellow comedy lovers. Beyond the signature drinks made with in-house spirits, mocktails from Distillery of Modern Art’s zero-proof menu are available for guests as well as snacks, cheese, charcuterie and sweets from The Spotted Trotter. Tickets for Top Shelf Comedy are available for $20 for ages 21 and up. For more information visit or to purchase tickets, visit  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/top-shelf-comedy-at-distillery-of-modern-art-tickets-485444747307 or call  404-482-2663. Distillery of Modern Art is located at 2197 Irvindale Drive, Chamblee, GA 30341. Stay connected on Facebook and on Instagram at @distilleryofmodernart.   

Next Top Shelf Comedy event will be on Feb 23rd!

Photo cred: Sarah Hanna

VALENTINE’S DAY CALLIGRAPHY CLASS

Sun., Feb.. 11, 2-4 p.m.

Tickets above.

Make this Valentine’s Day extra special and gift a hand written love letter. Come alone to learn how to write a letter in modern calligraphy or bring your lover with you as a cute Valentine’s Day activity.

In this class, you’ll learn the basic process of building letters in modern styles with guides, worksheets, and instruction. You’ll also receive a beginner kit of calligraphy materials including a pen holder, nibs, ink, and of course paper. During the last portion of class I’ll walk you through creating a layout for your letter and how to apply the skills you learned to a final piece.

No prior calligraphy experience is necessary. We’ll be covering how to use the materials as well as how to build letters, write words, and layout a final piece of calligraphy.

TICKETS INCLUDE:

  • 2 hours of instruction
  • building letters worksheet
  • guidelines worksheet
  • Valentine’s Day card templates
  • beginner kit (straight holder, 3 starter nibs, 1 pot of black sumi ink, 1 pot of red ink)
  • one mocktail or cocktail

GALENTINE’S DAY COOKIE DECORATING CLASS

Mon., Feb. 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Tickets above.

Join Cookies By Jenny for a fun evening of decorating Galentine’s Day cookies at the wonderful Distillery of Modern Art in Chamblee!

Your ticket includes the delicious signature cocktail “Chamblee ’22,” and everything needed to decorate 6 festive cookies.

No experience necessary. Must be 21+

VALENTINE’S DAY COOKING DEMONSTRATION AND TASTING

Tue., Feb. 14, 8-10 p.m.

Tickets above.

Join Chef Naina Bhedwar, Culinary Instructor, Personal Chef and all-round spice expert, for a delicious Valentine’s Day experience at Distillery of Modern Art.

Your palate will be enticed with an entertaining and information-packed Cooking Demonstration and Tasting, featuring both a savory and sweet treat drawing on Chef Naina’s Persian background. Distillery of Modern Art will round out this offering with two beautifully paired cocktails to complete the experience.

Valentine’s Day is all about love so come and share our love for delectable food, refreshing tipples and togetherness!

Tickets are $50/person and include:

Focaccia | saffron cream cheese | delicate pickled vegetables
Persian Love Cake | citrus crème fraiche

Two cocktail samples

(Please note: the menu is vegetarian, and includes eggs, dairy, gluten, and nuts. Dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated).

Distillery Of Modern Art Serves Up Laughs And Cocktails At Top Shelf Comedy Series     

Thursday, February 23, 2023 From 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. 

Distillery of Modern Art’s monthly stand-up comedy series, Top Shelf Comedy, featuring the best of Atlanta’s comedians is back for another round on  Thursday, February 23rd from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Host Amy Brown and comedians Amanda Marks, Tiffany Anderson, Matthew English and Greg Behrens will deliver a healthy serving of non stop laughs at the go-to, anti-infused imbibing destination in the heart of Chamblee.  Seating is first come, first served, so guests are encouraged to arrive early to grab a craft cocktail and mingle with fellow comedy lovers. Beyond the signature drinks made with in-house spirits, mocktails from Distillery of Modern Art’s zero-proof menu are available for guests as well as snacks, cheese, charcuterie and sweets from The Spotted Trotter. Tickets for Top Shelf Comedy are available for $20 for ages 21 and up. For more information visit or to purchase tickets, visit  https://distilleryofmodernart.com/our-events/ or call  404-482-2663. Distillery of Modern Art is located at 2197 Irvindale Drive, Chamblee, GA 30341. Stay connected on Facebook and on Instagram at @distilleryofmodernart.   

Sip, Shop and Raise a Glass to Reading With New Seasonal Cocktails At Distillery Of Modern Art

Saturday, February 25, 2023 From 6 p.m to 9 p.m. 

Join Distillery of Modern Art on Friday, February 25, 2023 for the next Boozy Book Fair with Read It Again Bookstore. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m, book lovers are invited to browse a carefully curated selection of titles and enjoy handcrafted signature and seasonal cocktails, charcuterie from The Spotted Trotter, sweets created by JARDí chocolates, and more. Guests can also view the newest exhibit featuring works from local artists Amber Turner and Barry Duperon and pick up gifts for cocktail enthusiasts including bottles of artisan spirits to take home, cocktail shakers, Glencairn glass sets and more. Admission is free.  For more information, visit  https://distilleryofmodernart.com/our-events/ or call  404-482-2663. Distillery of Modern Art is located at 2197 Irvindale Drive, Chamblee, GA 30341. Stay connected on Facebook and on Instagram at @distilleryofmodernart.  

Yalda Atlanta

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/14/23

Inside the new Aria development in Sandy Springs, Yalda is a top notch Middle Eastern spot with a spacious dining room, open kitchen, sprawling bar, and expansive patio to welcome you! Beyond the décor, on the menu, everything from spectacular hummus and Labneh with amazing toppings, delicious dips, fresh salads, gorgeous grilled meats, sensational small plates, decadent desserts, as well as cool cocktails. This is not one to miss.


When we arrived, the bar manager put together an amazing coursed meal for us and we had a little bit of everything on the menu and it’s pretty epic. Let’s start with their cocktail menu. They have a great wine and beer list, but the cocktail we got was a treat. The Hafez’s Last Word is a mix of a tangy, tiki-inspired mai tai with a creamy, NY sour. It does start out sour with a red wine topper, but ends up sweet from the mai tai. It’s both beach and city! Yes, please.


Our first course started with the spreads like the Za’atar Labneh, Hummus, and Mirza Ghasemi. Starting with the Hummus that is earthy and creamy on it’s own and you can flavor it up with either pickled mushroom mixed with carrot or lamb shawarma. We opted to top it with the pickled mushroom that added a tang and crunch that comes through on the end. We’ve not experienced this combo of flavors before, but glad we have now! It is all together earthy with white truffle, well seasoned, tangy, crunchy.


Our favorite, surprisingly was the Za’atar Labneh, but this time with lamb shawarma. The lamb is tender and well seasoned a top a sour yet creamy labneh yogurt. We’ve tried this before at various restaurants and it was lack-luster. Yalda does a good job with a delicious mix of creamy, savory, and seasoning. We’re all-in. Finally, the Mirza Ghasemi is not to be missed either with smoky, smashed earthy eggplant mixed with tangy tomato, flavorful spices, and earthy garlic. You can eat it alone or as a dip with the pita bread they bring for snack!


The second course they put together for us was Mezze with the Roasted Haloumi Cheese, wings, and Zeytoun Parvardeh (olives). Starting with the meaty, smoked wings, they’re perfectly charred and tender inside. A great wing paired with a creamy, spicy harissa that goes so well with the char of the wings. Something we didn’t expect to like was the Zeytoun Parvardeh. Not being big on green olives, this dish also boasts ground walnuts and pomegranate seeds. That takes the olives bitterness and tang down a notch with the earthy of the walnut and fruitiness and burst of tang from the pomegranate. Wow!

Our favorite of the mezze was the Roast Haloumi Cheese. Spongy, springy cheese with a sharp rich flavor then perfectly charred and roasted outside that changes the texture. It comes atop the pickled mushrooms to give it tangy, earthy, crunchy flavor in addition of the delightful roasted cheese.


The third course was the healthiest of the night with the salads! Don’t miss out on these, there is a lot of delicious options on this menu, but save room for a salad, you’ll be happy you did! First, a staple on any middle eastern menu is the Mediterranean Salad. Mixed green that starts crunchy and a good helping of earthy feta, as well as a fantastic wine vinaigrette. Another staple, the Shirazi Salad is the freshest and healthiest, but doesn’t skimp on flavor. Crisp and clean cucumbers paired with tomatoes, tangy onion, and earthy parsley then doused in a bright lemon dressing.


Our favorite of the salads was the Beet salad. Think a bed of spring mix surrounded by sweet pickled beets, crunchy and nutty walnuts, tangy onion, a sprinkling of cheese, all slathered in a tangy bright and sweet pomegranate dressing. It’s actually sweet and rich, a must try.


The final course we got was an epic grilled meat duo of Salmon Kabobs and Lamb Chops paired with crispy, Tahdig rice. The rice itself is cooked on the grill to add a crunchiness and you can chose between Lentil and Raisin or Fava Bean and Dill. Between the two the fava is more earthy with a flavorful dill mixture, while the Lentil and Raisin is sweeter with raisings and crispy, crunchy onions, with was our favorite.


As far as the Salmon Kabobs, they’re tender and flaky fish with a ton of flavorful seasonings and charred crispy skin for that added je ne said quoi. If you get one meat, it would be the Lamb Chops. Succulent, meaty, large chops that are fall apart tender, perfectly seasoned, and a good lemon flavor on the back end. That pairs so well with the sweetness of the Lentil and Raisin rice. Along with your meat, they have a large list of sauces to try. We imagine any of the creamy offerings would be delicious with the lamb.


We passed on dessert because we were so full. This meal was very well put together and Yalda is well run for it being so new, we went in the second week. We were astounded by how well it was run.

Salads: Shirazi, Beet, Mediterranean
Decor
Roasted Haloumi Cheese
Mirza Ghasemi
Wings and Olives
Hafez’s Last Word
Lamb Chops and Salmon Kabobs
Labneh with lamb

EVENTIDE BREWING TO HOLD 9TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/11/23

Saturday, January 28

Noon to 9pm

Grant Park’s favorite brewery is celebrating its last year in single digits with an ‘On Cloud Nine’ themed party, special release brews, entertainment and more 

On January 28, Eventide Brewing will host a celebration that’s sure to put Atlantans ‘On Cloud Nine.’ 

The anniversary party will feature three limited-edition beers on draft, including the Scarlet Zenith Bourbon Barrel-Aged Quad, Head in the Clouds Bourbon Barrel-Aged Oatmeal Stout and Cloudberry American Wheat. The Scarlet Zenith and Head in the Clouds will also be available in beer bombers for to-go purchase. 

Additionally, there will be kid-friendly activities until 4 p.m., food vendors, cotton candy, a balloon drop for prizes, live bands and karaoke into the night.

Eventide’s 9th anniversary celebration is a ticketed event with three options: general admission, fan ticket and VIP. To purchase advance tickets, visit: eventidebrewing.com/merch. Tickets may also be purchased the day of the event.

For more information, please visit the Facebook event page. 

Cost:

General admission ticket: $15 –  Includes entry and two draft pours. 

Fan ticket: $35 – Includes entry, four draft pours and your choice of one anniversary beer bomber.

VIP ticket: $90 – Includes entry, unlimited draft pours and both anniversary beer bombers.

THE BATTERY ATLANTA HOSTS A FRESH LINEUP OF EVENTS THIS JANUARY

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/10/23

Cobb County’s favorite open-air destination offers new activities to start off the year

Visitors will look forward to 2023 with The Battery Atlanta’s lineup of events to kick offthe New Year. Baseball fans can celebrate the 2021 World-Series champions, The Atlanta Braves, during Braves Fest this January. Live! at the Battery Atlanta will host a watch party for the College Football Championship and show major UFC matches on the biggest screen in the Southeast. With the return of the Cornhole ATL Winter League, Atlantans can participate in a seven-week season of matches that culminate with a season-ending tournament offering trophies and prizes. The Coca-Cola Roxy continues with a full roster of performers throughout the month.

Braves Fest presented by Delta Air Lines
​Jan. 21 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
​Fans are invited to join the Atlanta Braves for photo opportunities, autographs, on-field activities and a celebration of Atlanta’s favorite baseball team! Attendees will enjoy memorable and interactive experiences with players, delicious dining options and great shopping spots. Admission to the event is free and takes place throughout The Battery Atlanta and Truist Park. More information can be found at mlb.com.

Live! at The Battery Atlanta
​College Football Championship Party
​Monday, Jan. 9 at 5 p.m.

The College Football season is coming to an end, and fans are invited to grab a standing room ticket to cheer on the final teams that will compete for the 2023 title! Guests will enjoy game day chants, giveaways and more as Live! at the Battery Atlanta closes out a down south tradition with a college football game watch party. Tickets can be purchased here.

UFC 283 Fight Watch Event
​Saturday, Jan. 21 at 9 p.m.
​Fight fans will not miss a minute of action when viewing UFC Light Heavyweight Championship between former champion Glover Teixeira and Jamahal Hill. Guests are asked to provide $10 at the door for entrance, and tables can be reserved by contacting events@liveatthebatteryatlanta.com.

Outdoor Activities:

Cornhole ATL Winter League
​Wednesdays, Jan. 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 6:30 p.m.
​Cornhole returns to The Battery Atlanta in 2023 with seven-week leagues for all levels of cornhole players. The league includes a season-ending tournament with a championship trophy and other prizes. The first-place team will qualify to compete in the State Championship Cornament and chance to get their team’s name on The Cup. More information on joining a team can be found here.

Coca-Cola Roxy Events:
​Coca-Cola Roxy at The Battery Atlanta continues to bring fans a roster of top performers throughout the month! Review venue safety guidelines and information here.

  • Oneus
    ​    Monday, Jan. 16 at 8 p.m.
  • Alter Bridge – Pawns & Kings Tour
    ​    Saturday, Jan. 28 at 7:30 p.m.
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    ​    An up-to-date list of restaurant and retailer happenings is available on the website. Details and hours of operation are subject to change.

The Ashford

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/6/23

A small, unassuming spot on Dresden Drive in Brookhaven, Ga, The Ashford, is a revamped, upscale dining gem without all the pretentiousness that brings something fresh to the area. We’re so glad to have this in our hood with a stellar list of delicious bites, upscale cocktails, and of course the best wine list. Like their fall menu features, the delicious pork chop and savory salmon, or menu staples like the salmon dip and salumi, and a sweet and tangy salad or spectacular 1920 daquiri and Fall Manhattan cocktails, no matter what you choose you’re in for a treat.


Starting with their great cocktail program that includes the 1902 Daquiri cockail is sassy sweet then tangy in the end. It is tiki heaven! The other one we tried was the Fall Manhattan cocktail. It is warm and sweet up front and then tangy and boozy on the back with an array of subtle fall spices. Either of these we’d get again.


On to the tasty sharable plates and starting with the Salad that is amazing with earthy greens. On top of that there are tart cranberries, tangy cheese, persimmon, crunchy, sweet candies pecans, and a fantastic cranberry vinaigrette. It is an all-around delicious bite. The next thing we got was Salumi. Always a good choice with a great variety of meats and accoutrement that includes a savory, sweet, and spicy jam that we would love to take home with us! The best appetizer we’ve had there is Salmon dip, and it is to die for! It’s lightly smoked salmon in a light creamy dill sauce with crunchy cabbage on the side. It’s light, creamy, crunchy, and the cracker brings it all together. This is a must try!


For our mains, we opted for a flaky, well, seasoned and perfectly cooked Salmon. Paired with hearty saffron, sticky, rice and a fall stew that’s packed with Brazilian spiced sweet potato, plantain, and yucca. It’s an amazing flavor journey. Then, we also enjoyed the savory, thick, tender pork chop. A fantastic smoked cherry chutney adorned the top to give it a sweetness, spicy, and smokiness. On the side the squash and potatoes are doused in the sauce. We loved all of it.


To top off our food journey, we opted for the Pistachio cake. The cake itself is warm and moist dotted with earthy pistachios (not crunchy) but just for flavor. The cream and powdered sugar adds creaminess but you almost don’t need it!! Delicious.

Pistachio Cake
Fall Manhattan
Bar
Salumi
Salmon Dip
Salmon
Salad
1920 Daiquiri
Outside

ATLANTA WEDDING EXTRAVAGANZA 2023

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/4/22

Georgia Aquarium

January 29 1-5pm

The South’s most elegant wedding event welcomes engaged couples ready to plan their dream weddings. Atlanta Wedding Extravaganza is January 29, 2023 from 1-5 p.m. in the beautiful ballrooms at The Georgia Aquarium. Don’t miss celebrating your engagement on this special afternoon filled with champagne, glam wedding inspiration, Instagrammable photo moments, and personal attention for your planning journey. Bring your partner, parents, or wedding party and browse extravagantly decorated booths; taste reception foods and desserts; view the latest bride and groom fashions, while enjoying the talents of Atlanta’s wedding DJs and musical performers.


All attendees receive a Diamond Card worth thousands of dollars in savings with exhibiting vendors, like discounts on your venue rental or photography services. Plan your big day without any pressure— all offers are valid up to 60 days. Couples ready to book their favorite vendors at the show receive bonus discounts. Couples at any stage of their wedding journey can spend a beautiful afternoon being treated like royalty by award-winning wedding pros as they discover their perfect wedding venue, photographer, decorator, caterer, and more.

Tickets here.


General Admission: $10 per person for an afternoon of wedding planning bliss.


VIP: $25 per bride/groom, $15 each additional guest – Enjoy early show entry, VIP gifts, champagne, and exclusive offers! Limited quantities available.


Sip, Stay, and Say “I Do” Package: $225 for two attendees – Make it a weekend getaway or staycation! Grab your bestie, your mom, or your fiancé and enjoy a one-night stay for two at the stylish Aloft Atlanta Downtown the evening before the show, Saturday, January 28, with in-room treats and champagne. Enjoy onsite amenities like the hotel’s Wxyz cocktail bar, or spend the day seeing all the sights downtown has to offer! The package includes two VIP tickets to the
Atlanta Wedding Extravaganza on Sunday, January 29.

LIVE! AT THE BATTERY FEBRUARY AND MARCH EVENTS 2023

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/3/23

Mardi Gras Live!, Big Game Bash, Live UFC Fight Event, Shamrocks & Shenanigans & More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Atlanta, GA) – Live! at The Battery – the entertainment destination located in the heart of The Battery Atlanta – announces its events lineup for February and March 2023, plus ongoing happenings like Girls Night Out, Freedom Friday and Silent Saturday.

  • Big Game Bash (Sun., Feb. 12) – Clear eyes, full hearts and a big screen for the biggest professional football game. Live! at the Battery’s Sports and Social Atlanta is the place to be for an in-game experience full of games, giveaways and so much more. Football fans can watch the big game while enjoying Game Beer Bucket Specials and themed cocktails. Tickets are available here and table reservations can be made here.
  • Mardi Gras Live! (Sat., Feb. 18) – The entertainment destination is bringing the French Quarter back to Atlanta this Mardi Gras. Celebrate with Cajun dishes, an exclusive VIP low country boil, live music, entertainers and hurricanes all night long! General Admission ($25) and VIP ($50) tickets are now available here.
  • Live NFC Event (Fri., March 10) – This March, Live! at the Battery is hosting their first National Fighting Championship (NFC) event. The action-packed evening will feature live professional and amateur MMA and Muay Thai fights. Fight attendees will have the chance to experience 12+ fights in the NFC cage at one of the most exciting and new environments for watching live fights. Plus, fan-favorite drinks and an official after party next door at PBR. The event will be 18 and up with certain areas being 21 and up. Tickets and tables will be available here soon.
  • Shamrocks & Shenanigans (Fri., March 17) – Get ready to enjoy everything GREEN at Live! At the Battery’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration. Guests can enjoy all the best Irish-themed entertainment, including signature drinks, green beer and live entertainment to help make St. Patrick’s Day pure gold. Those looking for some basketball madness can enjoy games on the 32ft LED TV screen as well. Come sham-rock & roll and don’t miss out on the luck of the Irish! Tickets will be available at here starting January 27.

A one-of-a-kind place to catch sports, dine in style, sip cold beer and craft cocktails, play games and do a bit of bull riding and line dancing, Live! at The Battery plays host to some of Atlanta’s most fun food and drink events. Ongoing happenings include:

  • Girls Night Out with food and drink specials every Thursday from 8-11pm
  • Freedom Friday, which welcomes military personnel, vets, first responders and public service members to skip the line, get free cover (credentials required) and enjoy drink specials every first Friday of the month.
  • Silent Saturday, inviting guests to grab a pair of headphones and get in the groove with beats from local DJs

This August, they’ll also host Live! Brewfest with Terrapin Taproom to serve tastings of over 100 local craft beers alongside live music, games and great food. More details to come.