Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/25/16

ATLANTA CRAFT BREWERY SECOND SELF BEER COMPANY

TO HOST TASTING ROOM GRAND OPENING WEEKEND,

THURSDAY, JULY 7th – MONDAY, JULY 11th

Brewery has been Closed for Highly Anticipated Expansion Since 2015

 

Second Self Beer Company will host a Grand Opening weekend to welcome guests at its expanded brewery and tasting room in Atlanta’s Westside at 1317 Logan Circle NW. The Georgia craft brewery opened in Atlanta in fall 2014, and due to demand, its production has been at capacity since March 2015. With new tanks, an in-house canning line, and other brewing equipment, Second Self will increase production by ~150%.

 

Opening weekend hours are:

• Thursday, July 7th, 6-8pm
• Friday, July 8th, 6-8 pm
• Saturday, July 9th, 1-4pm
• Sunday, July 10th, 2-4 pm
• Monday, July 11th, 6-8 pm

Second Self’s Grand Opening weekend will feature tours of the brewery and new tasting room, which has tripled in size and accommodates up to 180 guests. Square Feet Studio—an award-winning architecture, planning, and design firm based in Atlanta—designed the new tasting room. Features include a 24-foot butcher-block bar, a separate kitchen for catered events and regular chef pop-ups, reclaimed wood tables, and much more.

 

The first 50 tickets for each day of Grand Opening weekend are $10, available to purchase online here, and will be $15 thereafter. Tours during the event will include tastings of up to 36 oz. of Second Self beer samples on draft, and guests will also take home a Grand Opening souvenir glass. Food from local vendors will be available for purchase, and live music will include Atlanta-based bands Kay Dene on Friday and Station 7 on Saturday. Additional bands will be announced closer to the event.

 

For Grand Opening weekend, Second Self will be pouring an exciting selection of much-loved brews, including year-round favorites Thai Wheat and Red Hop Rye, recent seasonal releases Citrus IPA, Maverick & Gose, Mole Porter, and new beers brewed exclusively for the Grand Opening: Funky Mole (Mole Porter finished with wild yeast), Raspberry Gose and Grapefruit Gose (based on Maverick & Gose), and two brand new pilot beers: a Caraway and Black Pepper Saison and a Hoppy Brown Ale.

 

After opening weekend, Second Self’s tasting room will be open to the public each week on Monday, Thursday and Friday from 6pm to 8pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 1pm to 4pm (closed Tuesday and Wednesday).

 

During the first 22 days of opening, Second Self will offer $2 off all tours and merchandise to celebrate the 2nd tasting room opening during their 2nd year of business. The brewery will resume its schedule of regular events, like “Comedy Night” on the last Monday of every month and “Yoga and Hoppiness,” a periodic yoga class followed by tastings held on Sundays. The next class will be held on July 10th, during Grand Opening weekend (tickets available here). New events as a result of the expansion will include “Industry” nights on Monday and pop-up dinners from local chefs. More details will be announced as they are confirmed.

 

In addition to the new tasting room, Second Self has two smaller rooms available for rental. For more information, please contact: tours@secondselfbeer.com.

 

ABOUT SECOND SELF BEER COMPANY 

Jason Santamaria (33-years-old) and Chris Doyle (31-years-old) started Second Self as a home brewing experiment a decade ago, and their highly acclaimed beers were released to the public in fall 2014. The two met in college at Georgia Tech and bonded over a shared passion for good beer. Chris went on to work at Atlanta’s Sweetwater Brewery and earned his certificate from the American Brewers Guild Craft Brewers Apprenticeship program. Jason has a background in food and business. Second Self’s beers are brewed with only fresh ingredients like blue ginger and lemongrass (never dried ingredients or extracts). Jason and Chris designed each brew to be paired with food. Second Self’s brewery is located at 1311 Logan Circle NW, Atlanta, GA, 30318.

 

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/19/16

Atlanta, Georgia (June 14, 2016) – Restaurateurs Billy and Jenn Streck will open their first solo concept, Hampton & Hudson (H+H) – a community driven bar and restaurant located in Inman Park at 280 Elizabeth Street the last week of May 2016. Billy, best-known as co-owner of the bustling, Midtown hotspots Cypress Street Pint and Plate, GRAIN drink shop and eatery and Atwoods Pizza Cafe, has created another approachable and affordable haunt with his wife in one of Atlanta’s fastest growing neighborhoods. Jenn, an Atlanta native, has years of experience in both the music and bar industries and brings a wealth of talent and vision to their first concept.

“After almost 20 years in the bar and restaurant industry, we are so excited to be opening Hampton + Hudson in Inman Park. We have always wanted to be a part of this incredible neighborhood and we’re simply thrilled that we finally have the chance!” says Jenn Streck.

A true family business, Billy and Jenn have put their hearts and souls into H+H, creating an old-world style bar and restaurant that embodies the warmth and hospitality of being welcomed into someone’s home. The 3,500-square foot space boasts a mezzanine, large, central bar, private dining areas and an intimate outdoor patio with a fire pit. The interior has distinctive touches inspired by many of their favorite go-to spots from their travels and when they lived in the East Village in New York, but also plays to both the spirit of the neighborhood and Atlanta’s ever-growing dining scene.  Custom overhead bar lighting from local Atlanta designer Tobin Hagler illuminates the main room that features an open kitchen and is outfitted with reclaimed 1800’s barn wood, tufted leather booths, Colonial bar stools, handcrafted tables adorned with fresh flowers in Mason jars, an antique cash register on display, and a large garage door leading to the outdoor, covered patio.

“We painted a quote on our window before we opened by Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin, a man that gained fame in the 1800’s as an epicure and a gastronome that is the core of our mission. It says, ‘To invite people to dine with us is to make ourselves responsible for their well-being for as long as they are under our roofs,” and we stand by that,” adds Billy.

With an expansive bar as the centerpiece of the restaurant, H+H will offer 20+ craft beers on draft, wine, cocktails and ice coffee on draft. Tweaked classics and seasonal cocktails are playful, delicious and delightfully uncomplicated.  Jefferson’s Jetpack – Cathead Vodka, lime juice, Orgeat, Framboise, Violette’s, egg white; Snow On Tha Bluff – Cathead Honeysuckle Vodka, lemon juice, blood orange shrub, Strega, ginger beer; Upper East Side – gin, elderflower liquor, lemon juice, ginger, fresh raspberries, and mint; and Hard Times – tequila, blood orange, lime, Cassis served as a shot with a High Life Pony are among the spring offerings. Two pocket-friendly, brews will also be constants on the rotating beer list. H+H South House, SweetWater 420, will be just $3 while the H+H North House, Brooklyn Lager will be a whopping $4.

At the helm of the kitchen with a wood-fired grill and rotisserie oven stands Executive Chef Jason Hall (Saltyard, Livingston Restaurant & Bar) who presents a thoughtful menu that is packed full of locally sourced ingredients and covers all the bases, from snacks, salads and shareable dishes to impressive entrees, desserts, and late night offerings. Redefining the meaning of accessible pub food, standouts ideal for sharing include:  Hampton Hot Chicken Biscuit Sliders –  herb and cheddar biscuits, hot sauce,  spicy B+B pickles; house-made jerky; Steak Tartare Tacos with a potato chip shell; and the Duck Ham with little moo, fig aigre-deux, baby mustard greens served open-faced on sourdough from the “toast” menu. Mouthwatering “handheld” and “fork and knife options” include:  H+H’s signature Spies Like Us house blend burger topped with American cheese, Soviet Sauce, spicy house-made B&B pickles, and shredded lettuce; The Best Veggie Sandwich – Baba ganoush, smoked pepper, herbs, house-made focaccia; a half rotisserie chicken cooked for 24-hours; N.C. flounder fish + chips; and the cauliflower steak. Open for brunch, lunch, dinner and late night and with a kid’s menu, H+H also has numerous gluten free, vegetarian and dairy free options for all ages.

Hampton + Hudson is located in Inman Park at 299 N. Highland Ave., Unit L, Atlanta, GA 30307. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2:30 a.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2:30 a.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to midnight. For more on Hampton + Hudson, visit www.hamptonandhudson.com. Stay connected on Twitter at @_HamptonHudson and on Instagram at @HamptonHudson.

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/13/16

GRAB YOUR FORKS AND DIG IN! THE 8TH ANNUAL ATLANTA BAR-B-Q FESTIVAL

SERVES UP PLENTY OF FLAVOR AT AN ALL NEW LOCATION

Atlanta’s Largest Competitive BBQ Cook-Off Set for August 12-13 at Perimeter Mall

 

 

Atlanta, GA – Atlanta’s best smelling and tasting event, the Atlanta BAR-B-Q Festival is moving to Perimeter Mall. Featuring an all new location this year, the 8th Annual Atlanta BAR-B-Q Festival is set for Friday-Saturday, August 12-13, The event will showcase the world of barbeque and its endless flavors and cooking styles. Enjoy regionally inspired BBQ flavors and pick up tips guaranteed to make your next backyard BBQ a cut above the rest.

 

More than 30 BBQ teams from across the region will fire up their grills to compete in the 8th Annual Atlanta BAR-B-Q Festival Cook-Off to win cash prizes, coveted trophies, and the ultimate reward – bragging rights. Professional teams will be awarded prizes in a variety of categories such as a whole hog, ribs, chicken, brisket, pulled pork, sauce, dessert and more.

 

Event fans will enjoy Atlanta’s best BBQ restaurants serving their specialties and sampling events each day of the event will allow patrons to purchase sample-size portions of championship ‘que’ from our participating teams while supplies last. The BAR-B-Q Festival is great for the whole family and offers a cooking stage, live music, Kids-Town with interactive games and activities as well as a general market with sauces, rubs, and items for backyard barbequing.

 

Like Bourbon with your BBQ? Fans can purchase a special Bourbon Experience ticket and enjoy samples of more than 25 premium bourbons. The Bourbon Experience ticket is $35 in advance or $40 day of the show and includes entry into the festival plus 10 sampling tokens. Bourbon samples range from 1-4 tokens each and additional tokens can be purchased for $1 at the event.

 

Event admission is $8 in advance and $12 day of show. Kids 12 and under receive FREE admission when accompanied by an adult. Tickets for this year’s event go on sale Friday, June 17, 2016, via the events website or via phone at 678-701-6114. For additional details on this year’s Atlanta BAR-B-Q Festival, please visit www.atlbbqfest.com.

 

The Atlanta BAR-B-Q Festival is Atlanta’s largest 2-day BBQ cooking competition which attracts fans from Atlanta and the Southeast to enjoy the art of BBQ making, great food, live entertainment and an interactive kid’s area. More than 30 professional BBQ teams from across the region compete in a variety of individual cooking categories in the largest Cook-Off event. The 8th Annual Atlanta BBQ Festival will be held Friday – Saturday, August 12-13 at Perimeter Mall and is produced by the Atlanta BBQ Club and Premier Events.

WHAT: 8th Annual Atlanta BBQ Festival

WHEN: Friday, August 12, 2016; 4pm-10pm

Saturday, August 13, 2016; 12noon-8pm

WHERE: Perimeter Mall event lot

4400 Ashford Dunwoody Road

TICKETS: On Sale Friday, June 17th at 10am

$8 Advance / $13 Day of show

Bourbon Experience – $35 Advance / $40 day of show; limited number of $30 early bird discounted ticket available while supplies last

WEBSITE: www.atlbbqfest.com

SOCIAL MEDIA: www.facebook.com/atlbbqfest | @atlbbqfest

PRODUCED BY Atlanta BAR-B-Q Club and Premier Events

 

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/19/16

TAVERNPOINTE HOSTS 5-COURSE BEER PAIRING DINNER WITH ORPHEUS BREWING  

 

Wednesday, May 25, 2016, Beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Atlanta, Georgia (May 17, 2016) – On Wednesday, May 25, 2016, Tavernpointe is teaming up with Orpheus Brewing as part of its new monthly beer dinner and social series.  Beginning at 6:30 p.m., guests are invited to enjoy a five-course culinary journey created by Chef Sid Blackwell that will include fresh, seasonal plates paired with beer cocktails created by celebrated Bar Director Madison Burch and hand-selected pairings including Orpheus favorites:  Serpent Bite, The Rites, Lyric Ale and Transmigration of Souls.

 

Tickets for Tavernpointe’s May beer dinner are available for $55 for one person or $90 for two by visiting  www.atlbeerdinner.brownpapertickets.com. Gratuity is included.  The next monthly beer at Tavernpointe’s will be held on Wednesday, June 29, 2016 and feature Unknown Brewing Co. For more information, please visit www.tavernpointe.com or call 404.549.3954.

 

Orpheus Beer Dinner Menu

~ Course 1 ~

Plum Saison Cocktail

Paired with House Cured Bacon Lollipops, and Sour Cherry Jam

~ Course 2 ~

Serpent Bite

Paired with Butter Poached Rock Shrimp Sweet Onion & Gorgonzola Tartlet

~ Course 3 ~

The Rites

Paired with Spicy Basil Beef over Fragrant Rice and Sautéed Tatsoi

~ Course 4 ~

Lyric Ale

Paired with Summer Berry Crisp topped with Ginger Spiced Yogurt

~ Course 5 ~

Transmigration of Souls

Mussels Diablo, White Wine, Calabrian Chili Butter, Garlic Chili paste, Garlic Bread

 

 

ABOUT TAVERNPOINTE: 

Located on the corner of Spring St. and Peachtree St. in Midtown, Tavernpointe offers progressive classic cocktails, craft beers, house-made jerk sodas and unique take on familiar, classic dishes and upscale pub grub. Celebrating the art of pairing great food and drinks, their fare is made using high-quality produce and local and sustainable proteins. Tavernpointe also has a 16 tap draft system, showcasing 14 beers and two cocktails on draft along with a diverse wine and beer selection. While globally minded, Tavernpointe is committed to maintaining a casual neighborhood vibe and celebrating all things local in addition to providing friendly, detailed service with each new experience. Open seven days a week, the restaurant also has a beautiful private dining room that can seat up to 60 guests and has its own bar. Tavernpointe is located at the corner of Peachtree St. and Spring Street at 1545 Peachtree St. Suite 101, Atlanta, GA. 30309. For more information call (404) 549-3954 or visit, www.tavernpointe.com. Stay connected on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Tavernpointe/ and on Twitter and Instagram at @Tavernpointe.