SUMMERHILL ANNOUNCES FEBRUARY FEATURES INCLUDING FOOTBALL SPECIALS AND VALENTINE’S DAY DINNERS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/2/23

Neighborhood Restaurants Offer Snacks for the Big Game and Romantic Ideas for Valentine’s Day

During February, Summerhill businesses invite visitors for exclusive menu items, entertainment and self-care. Guests can start the month by exploring the offerings from small businesses and restaurants on Georgia Avenue and take advantage of the following special features:

  • Feeling the need to be refreshed and rejuvenated? Aviary brings beauty and wellness to Summerhill with Amiee McArthur’s Artisan Beaute Botox pop-up on Thursday, February 2nd from 5:30-8:00 p.m. There will be snacks, bubbles, a raffle to win services valued at $350 and more! Call 404-313-3383 for appointments.
  • Everyone needs a hero, and Hero Doughnuts & Buns comes to the rescue with a taste of New Orleans. Hero Doughnut’s king cakes are made to order from scratch, and guests can place orders online 48 hours in advance.  
  • Hot Dog Pete’s does not want the weather to slow down game-day plans. The eatery invites guests to build a hotdog, grab a beer and catch their favorite teams on the big screen on its covered and heated patio.
  • How Crispy, the walk-up-window sandwich shop that offers a menu of chicken sandwiches, nuggets and more, has new, indulgent items on the menu this month. To get things cluckin’, the eatery is offering specials for the big game on Feb. 12 such as original and lemon pepper wet nugget trays with nuggets that are dipped in hot sauce and dusted with lemon pepper spice, sandwich packs and their famous Buffalo chicken dip trays served with seasoned tortilla chips.
  • Guests are invited to “Little Bare at Little Bear”—a sexy Valentine’s prix fixe dinner with optional booze packs on Sunday, Feb. 12 and Wednesday, Feb. 15. The four-course prix fixe dinner is $50 per person, and four-course booze pack pairings are $50 per person. Non-alcoholic beverages and gluten-free and vegetarian options also will be available. Get in the mood for love and make reservations online.
  • From the heart of passionate bakers and using local and quality ingredients, Little Tart is bringing love through Valentine’s Day cookie boxes. A box of 12 cookies—six strawberry cookies topped with peppercorn sables and six rose petal and orange peel cookies topped with pistachio, orange and rose sables—comes with a love note for $35. Orders may be placed online for pickup or shipping. Too short on time to order? Don’t fret. Cookie boxes will be available to purchase at all locations the weekend before Valentine’s Day.
  • Wood’s Chapel BBQ, the go-to destination for hearty food for festive gatherings, has a special party platter offering just in time for the big game. The game-day platter serves eight hungry fans and boasts smoked wings, hot smoked sausage, pimento cheese and more for $88. In addition, Wood’s Chapel offers other packages with mouthwatering options such as sliced or chopped brisket, St. Louis-style ribs, smoked chicken, braised greens and mac ‘n cheese. Place orders by calling 404-522-3000.

ATLANTIC STATION’S FEBRUARY EVENTS LINEUP WILL WARM YOUR HEART

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/2/23

The intown destination invites the community to experience a variety of outdoor events

Atlantic Station has a variety of events planned throughout February that are sure to warm your heart. Celebrate the Year of the Rabbit as Atlantic Station continues to honor the Lunar New Year with a spectacular display of Lunar New Year decor and traditions along with a magnificent fire breathing dragon. Treat your taste buds to one of the many flavorful food and beverage festivals happening throughout the month in the Pinnacle Lot, such as the Atlanta Oyster Festival, the Atlanta Winter Beer Festival and the Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival. Celebrate Black History Month with an outdoor movie series on Atlantic Green. The month may be short, but there’s plenty to do at Atlantic Station throughout February.

The full February events lineup is outlined below:

Lunar New Year

Now through Sunday, Feb. 5 from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. daily

Visit Atlantic Green to celebrate the Year of the Rabbit and experience mesmerizing Lunar New Year decor. At the top of the hour nightly from 5 – 9 p.m., an impressive “fog” breathing 90-foot-long dragon with over 25,000 lights, known as the Chinese symbol of good fortune, will blow fog out in the plaza to surprise guests. Also happening at the top of the hour every night, over 450 beautifully decorated red lanterns will illuminate Atlantic Green for a glistening lantern show. For more information, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/lunar-new-year-2023/. 

Black History Month Movie Series

Monday, Feb 13 at 5 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 15 and 22 at 7 p.m.

Celebrate Black History Month with an epic and educational movie series on Atlantic Green! Bring your family or friends and a cozy blanket while enjoying the film. Stop by at one of Atlantic Station’s restaurants for a delicious meal before or after the movie. This event is free to the public. See below for the movie series lineup or for more information, visit https://atlanticstation.com/events/list/. 

Monday, Feb 13 at 5 p.m. featuring Cinderella (1997) | Rated G 

Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 7 p.m. featuring The Great Debaters (2007) | Rated PG-13

Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. featuring 42 (2013) | Rated PG-13

Atlanta Oyster Festival

Saturday, Feb. 4 from 1 – 5 p.m.

Oh shucks! Atlanta’s favorite oyster festival returns to the Pinnacle Lot for oyster shucking and lots of entertainment. Guests can enjoy a selection of fresh oysters accompanied with beer, wine, mimosas and brunch punch; live music; and tunes spun by DJ Qtip. The festival is 21+ and general admission tickets include entry, entertainment, a souvenir cup and all alcohol samples. Food will be available at an additional cost. To purchase tickets or to learn more, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/atlanta-oyster-fest-2023/. 

Atlanta Winter Beer Festival

Saturday, Feb. 11 from 1 – 5 p.m.

Grab your friends and sip on boozy drinks in the Pinnacle Lot at the Atlanta Winter Beer Festival! Sample a wide selection of over 150 beers, wines and seltzers from homegrown Georgia brewers and other breweries from across the country. Grab a bite to eat at one of the many food trucks on site and enjoy tunes spun by DJ Qtip under a heated tent. Tickets include entry, a souvenir cup, entertainment and all beer, wine and seltzer samples. Food will be available at an additional cost. This is a 21+ event. To purchase tickets or to learn more, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/atlanta-winter-beer-festival-2023/. 

Tiny Doors ATL Studio Open

Saturday, Feb. 18 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Stop in and meet Atlantic Station’s artist-in-residence, Karen Anderson Singer of Tiny Doors ATL, when she opens her studio for a behind-the-scenes peek into how her public art comes to life. See Tiny Doors in progress, shop exclusive merchandise, view the retired door gallery and learn how she has become one of Atlanta’s most popular and well known artists. The studio will be open on the third Saturday of every month. For more information, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/tiny-doors-atl-open-studio-2/2023-02-18/. 

Hello Kitty Café Truck

Saturday, Feb. 18 from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. while supplies last

We’re saying hello again to Hello Kitty! The crowd-favorite Hello Kitty Café Truck will be returning to Atlantic Station on Atlantic Green this month. Visit the truck to pick up adorable exclusive Hello Kitty treats and merchandise. Please note the Hello Kitty Café Truck only accepts credit and debit card payments. For more information, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/hello-kitty-cafe-truck-2023/. 

Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival

Saturday, Feb. 25 from 2 – 6 p.m.

Have a barbeque feast at the 11th Annual Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival in the Pinnacle Lot! Spend your Saturday outdoors with friends and family while treating your tastebuds to all the pleasures true southerners live by: beer, bourbon, barbeque, bacon and biscuits. The VIP early entry begins at noon, while general admission starts at 2 p.m. Tickets include a souvenir glass and most importantly, all you can taste samples. To purchase tickets or to learn more, visit https://atlanticstation.com/event/beer-bourbon-bbq-festival-2023/. 

Overtime Elite Games

Throughout February

Dribble on down to the Overtime Elite arena to watch some of the nation’s best basketball players battle in rigorous matchups! Throughout the season there are exciting activities planned, including special performances, celebrity guests, surprise giveaways and more! See below for the full February schedule or to purchase tickets, visit https://www.overtimeelite.com/.

Friday, Feb. 3 at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 4 at 7 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 18 at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 25 at 6 p.m. and 9 p.m.

RESTRICTIONS: 

Please keep in mind the Code of Conduct when choosing to visit Atlantic Station. All youth under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian after 3:00 p.m. No individuals under 21 are permitted on property after 9:00 p.m. All guests may be subject to presenting ID to verify age. To stay up-to-date on event happenings and details, visit  atlanticstation.com and engage with Atlantic Station on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. 


SAVOR THE LOVE AT SUN IN MY BELLY’S VALENTINE’S DAY DINNER 

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/2/23

Special Four-Course Dinner With Wine Pairings 

Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. 


Sun in my Belly, a European-inspired café located in Kirkwood, is spreading the love this Valentine’s Day with a special four-course dinner on Tuesday, February 14, 2023. Opening its doors during the evening for this special experience, the acclaimed, quintessential breakfast and brunch destination will have two seatings, 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Guests are also invited to indulge in hand-selected wine pairings to accompany each course. Sun In My Belly’s Valentine’s Day Dinner is $80 per person and $120 per person with wine pairings. Reservations are available by emailing info@suninmybelly.com.  

Valentine’s Dinner 2023

Amuse Bouche

Hothouse Cucumber Coins Topped with Cherry Wood Smoked Salmon + Boursin + Cracked Capers + Fresh Dill

Chateau d’Esclans, Cotes de Provence Whispering Angels Rose

Appetizer

Charcuterie 

Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc

Soup/Salad

Soup: Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Van Gogh Crouton

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Salad: Violet Salad with Baby Spinach + Blueberries + Mandarin Oranges + Pickled Red Onion + Spiced Georgia Pecans + Ginger Vinaigrette

 Castello Banfi Chianti Classico Riserva

Entrée

Heart Shaped Spinach Ravioli with Roasted Asparagus Spears + Sweet Peas + Tarragon Cream Sauce

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Cornish Hen with Yellow Tomato Beurre Blanc + Caramelized Root Vegetables + Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Caramelized Shallots + Lemon Zest 

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Herb Crusted Filet of Beef Topped with Red Wine-Mushroom Duxelle with Purple Mash + White Asparagus

Vara Tempranillo Vinho Espanol

Dessert

Dark Chocolate Mousse Cake

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Gluten Free Caramel Pot De Creme 

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Vegan Raspberry Tart

Dell’ Emilia Labrusca
Sun in my Belly is located at 2161 College Avenue NE in the Historic Kirkwood District of Atlanta, GA between Little 5 Points and Decatur. Housed in a classic 1943 red brick hardware store, the charming locale features an intimate dining room, breezy open-air garden porch and an urban street-front patio. Visit www.suninmybelly.com or call 404.370.1088 for more information.

CULINARY FESTIVAL, FASHION SHOWCASE, SUPER BOWL PARTY, AND MORE ARE COMING TO ECHO STREET WEST

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/2/23

Mixed-use destination rising in Atlanta’s Westside debuts exciting February and March events lineup

A live-fire culinary festival, Mardi Gras celebration, fashion showcase, Super Bowl watch party and more are coming to Echo Street West this February and March. At Westside Motor Lounge, wear your favorite team’s jersey and watch Super Bowl LVII with an epic day party featuring brunch cocktails, special menu items and DJ performances, or enjoy an English Avenue Mardi Gras with po’boy specials, a live brass band and more. Stop by for new weekly events at Westside Motor Lounge, including Dirty South Trivia, Biscuits & Beats and the HOT COFFEE pop-up shop. Visit Guardian Studios to appreciate the work of our talented resident artists, or indulge in all-you-can-eat delicious bites from Atlanta’s top chefs at Heritage Fire at Guardian Works. 

The full February/March events lineup is outlined below:

Dirty South Trivia Night at Westside Motor Lounge

Every Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m.

Calling all trivia enthusiasts! Test your knowledge every Wednesday at Westside Motor Lounge with Dirty South Trivia. Food and drink specials are announced weekly via Instagram and winners receive free shots. For more information visit www.westsidemotorlounge.com/happenings.  

Biscuits & Beats at Westside Motor Lounge

Every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Looking for a way to fight those Sunday scaries? Come groove the day away at Westside Motor Lounge at Echo Street West every Sunday with Biscuits & Beats. Get the morning started with an old school funk and soul soundtrack accompanied by a tasty lineup of specialty brunch cocktails and a featured biscuit menu with WML favorites. The day party vibes continue into the afternoon with music provided by weekly rotating DJs from 2 to 5 p.m. Follow along on Instagram for the announcement of Westside Motor Lounge’s cocktail, biscuit and DJ menu. For more information visit www.westsidemotorlounge.com/happenings. 

Pop-Up Coffee Shop Residency, Bankhead Coffee Now Open at Westside Motor Lounge 

Every Wednesday – Sunday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Westside Motor Lounge partnered with local small business HOT COFFEE to launch a pop-up coffee shop residency, Bankhead Coffee, in the Idlewild event space. Bankhead Coffee is a full-service coffee bar offering their brand of drip coffee, cold brew, lattes, espresso and more. With plenty of seating and free internet, Bankhead Coffee is serving Westside Motor Lounge clientele as well as the surrounding communities, hosting community engagement events such as Coffee and Conversations, Urban Land Institute Project (REAP) Coffee Meet Up, Cupcakes and Coffee with Kat (founder), Hampton University Alumni Group Mixer, and other Facebook Meet Ups. HOT COFFEE is designated as a Woman, Black and Native American owned small business. For more information visit https://www.lovehotcoffee.com/pages/bankhead-coffee. 

Big Game, Big Cans Super Bowl Day Party at Westside Motor Lounge

Sunday, Feb. 12 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Join us for an epic Super Bowl LVII Day Party at Westside Motor Lounge at Echo Street West. Start the pre-game festivities off with our weekly lineup of brunch cocktails, biscuits and funky tunes. The day party continues with buckets of 24 oz seltzers and 16oz beers and DJ AlphaTrion from 2 to 6 p.m. Don’t worry… the volume stays on for all your favorite Super Bowl commercials and the big game. WSML will serve a special game day menu including smoked wings, smoked cauliflower bites, pigs in a blanket, cowboy caviar, queso dip, deviled eggs, buffalo chicken dip and more. Entry to the event is free. For more information visit www.westsidemotorlounge.com/happenings.  

An English Avenue Mardi Gras at Westside Motor Lounge

Saturday, Feb. 18 from 4 p.m. to close 

Laissez le bon temps rouler! Let the good times roll! Westside Motor Lounge at Echo Street West is throwing a Mardi Gras day party. Featuring cocktails from the Crescent City, po’boy specials, a brass band and an abundance of funky New Orleans inspired tunes. For more information visit www.westsidemotorlounge.com/happenings.  

Creature Comforts Bigger Dreams Beer Release + WML Industry Night 

Thursday, Feb. 23 from 6 p.m. to close 

Westside Motor Lounge at Echo Street West is teaming up with crowd favorite Creature Comforts for the Atlanta release of the newest member of their beer family “BIGGER DREAMS!!! 6.8% Hazy IPA”. This will also be the first Very Industry People (VIP) Night with off menu drink specials for our industry family. Party kicks off at 6 p.m. with DJ Blaq Mozart aka Smiley and DJ Dillion Mauer will close things out with a set starting at 8 p.m. WML will have specials on the Creature portfolio of beers including Bigger Dreams, Automatic, Tropicalia, Classic City Lager and more… BIGGER DREAMS….It’s all good (it’s all good), And if you don’t know, now you know! For more information visit www.westsidemotorlounge.com/happenings.  

Fashion Night at Guardian Studios

Saturday, Feb. 18  from 4 to 8 p.m.

Come appreciate creative and remarkable fashion from featured Guardian Studios’ artists at Fashion Night. Featured artists include Kacee Friedman, Karen Graffeo, The House of Panda, ComfiArt, Avenue Colors, Emef Griffin, Lyiness, D&J Sew and Sylvia Mollie. Artists will have their studios open and clothes available for purchase with more details to be announced soon. For more information or announcements visit www.echostreetwest.com/guardian-studios/. 

Opening Reception at Echo Contemporary Art at Guardian Studios

Friday, March 3 from 6 to 10 p.m.

Guests are invited to an opening reception for three exhibitions from Guardian Studios artists. Enjoy drinks and light bites as Buchen/Goodwin, Mitchell Biggio and Marinelly Piñango debut their latest exhibitions. More details to be announced soon. For more information or announcements visit www.echostreetwest.com/guardian-studios/. 

Heritage Fire at Guardian Works

Sunday, March 26 from 4/4:45 to 7 p.m.

Join us at Guardian Works for a delicious afternoon filled with Atlanta’s finest flavors, top chefs and most memorable brands at this one-of-a-kind, indulgent, all-inclusive tasting experience. Heritage Fire is a nationwide three-hour live-fire event taking place in over 14 cities focused on delivering moments of culinary awakening. Tickets include entertainment, adult beverages and unlimited food. VIP Priority Access ticket holders receive early access to the event. Participating vendors to be announced. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.heritagefiretour.com/atlanta/. 

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