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Culture Drivers with INFINITI & UrbanDaddy Event Recap

On Tuesday, February 12, 2019 hundreds of Atlantans descended upon The Stave Room at American Spirit Works for Culture Drivers, an exclusive event hosted by UrbanDaddy and INFINITI.  An evening stimulating each of the senses, art, culture, food, cocktails and automotive excellence joined together during the private affair where culinary innovations by celebrity chef Roblé Ali took center stage. With entertainment in every corner, guests enjoyed a premium open bar, chef-driven food activation stations, an on-site DJ spinning top tracks, along with additional live music and hip-hop dance performances. 

What stuck out at this year’s Culture Drivers was the remarkable food: the best was the salt encrusted salmon. It was slightly salty from the salt outside, but extremely tender and flaky on the inside. What a great bite! Plus, we got to break the salt with a mallet! The leg of lamb, onion rings, pretzel bites, and all of the food was dynamite. They always put on a good party!

Lamb

A SOCIAL MESS PRESENTS THE IRISH LIGHTS FESTIVAL AT PARK TAVERN

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/7/19

Park Tavern at Piedmont Park

Saturday, March 16th 2 pm

Partygoers looking for a little luck of the Irish can make their way to Park Tavern in Piedmont Park for the Irish Lights Festival with Lost Kings presented by A Social Mess on Saturday, March 16, 2019. Taking St. Patrick’s Day to the next level, Park Tavern and a A Social Mess will be illuminating the city and with national headliner Lost Kings along with a host of DJ’s spinning EDM all night long.

Beginning at 2 p.m., patrons can gather in the heart of Midtown to light Atlanta green during an unforgettable, all-day party in celebration of all things Irish. For ages 21 and up, General Admission tickets are available beginning at $23 and include entry to the event and entertainment for the day. VIP tickets are available beginning at $100 and include standing room access to stage front viewing, indoor bathrooms, private bartenders, outdoor spring garden seating, and early admission to a hosted VIP party in the VIP lounge from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. For updates on ticketing information, please visit www.bigtickets.com/events/asocialmess/irish-lights-festival-st-patricks-day-mar-16-2019

MODA HOSTING A SERIES OF COFFEE-INSPIRED CLASSES AND EVENTS DURING IT’S PASSIONE ITALIANA: THE ART OF EXPRESSO EXHIBIT

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/6/19

Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA) recently debuted Passione Italiana: The Art of Espresso, a new exhibition on display through June 9 that explores espresso machine design and technology, while examining the social, political and cultural movements fueled by coffee and cafés throughout history.

As part of the exhibition, the museum is hosting a series of coffee-inspired classes and events, as well as featured workshops and design talks.

Constellations + MODA: Periodical
Thursday, March 7 – 11:30am

Join MODA and Constellations for a series of events in the Co.Lab—an experiential and immersive space within the gallery—during Passione Italiana. On March 7, Constellations will bring Periodical, their monthly discussion of smart articles, and cover the invention of the home coffee maker and its impact on the status of women. Free and open to the public, guests can register for the event here.
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3D Printing: Custom Coffee Sleeves
Thursday, March 7 – 6:00pm
Thursday, April 18 – 6:00pm

Looking to add some design to your daily cup of joe or tea? Join MODA for their special Introduction to 3D Printing Workshop, covering the ropes of 3D modeling and giving participants the chance to make custom beverage sleeves. By the end of the class, attendees’ creations will be ready to go to print, and in just two weeks be available for pick up at MODA. The class is $40 for non-members or $35 for MODA members. Participants can register here for March 7 and here for April 18.
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Coffee Cupping with Docent Coffee
Saturday, March 9 – 10:00am

On March 9, the team at Docent Coffee is giving guests the chance to experience a coffee cupping, where they’ll tune up palates while attendees taste a variety of coffees—and get tips about what to look for in a really good cup. Participation is $20 or $15 for MODA members. Register here.
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Espresso Pasta Making Class
Saturday, March 16 – 2:00pm

MODA is heading to Bellina Alimentari at Ponce City Market for a special espresso pasta-making class! In this two-hour class, you’ll discover the art of making fresh pasta with one of Bellina Alimentari’s seasoned chefs. Participants in the hands-on cooking class will learn the steps to create delicious pasta at home—and see what happens when pasta is amped up by adding espresso. Following the class, attendees will enjoy a tasting of the pasta they made. Participation is $55 per person or $50 for MODA members. Sign up here.
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Home Brewing with Docent Coffee
Thursday, March 28 – 6:30pm

On March 28, Docent Coffee is leading a demo to show a variety of ways to make amazing coffee at home. During the event, guests will be able to enjoy tastings of their brews. The event is $25 per person or $20 for MODA members. Register here.
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Design all’Italiana at Design Within Reach
Thursday, March 28 – 6:30pm

MODA is heading over to Design Within Reach’s Atlanta Studio for an evening that celebrates great Italian design! Guests will sip prosecco, mingle amidst the gorgeous furniture in the Design Within Reach showroom, nibble on light bites, enjoy Italian music and get the chance to win amazing prizes and enjoy an Instagram scavenger hunt. A donation of $25 or more to MODA is suggested to attend. Donate here.

Design Conversation: Stefan Sagmeister on Beauty
Thursday, April 4 – 7:00pm

On April 4, acclaimed designer Stefan Sagmeister will explore the essence of beauty and the transformative power of beautiful design while talking about the just-released book he co-authored with Jessica Walsh titled Sagmeister & Walsh: Beauty. Please see here for tickets and more details.
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Aperitivo & Espresso Cocktail Tasting by Bellina Alimentari
Thursday, April 11 – 7:00pm

Bellina Alimentari and MODA are hosting a tasting of Italian aperitivi and espresso drinks while enjoying Passione Italiana: The Art of Espresso. In Italy, an aperitivo is a pre-meal drink specifically meant to whet one’s appetite. The liqueurs served as aperitivi tend to be bittersweet, often with significant herbal flavors alongside notes of orange and wood. Come learn about and taste these delicious bitters, as well as cocktails created with espresso, and then head off to your favorite Italian restaurant for a late evening dinner, just as the Italians do! Registration (here) is $35 per person or $30 for MODA members.
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Feminist Icon Cross Stitch Workshop
Saturday, April 13 – 2:30pm
Saturday, May 18 – 1:00pm

Grab a needle and thread and fabric and join MODA in this special edition cross-stitch class while learning a new way to celebrate feminist icons! Cross-stitch is a type of embroidery in which the needlework creates images that look pixelated. Traditionally a way for society to measure a woman’s marriageability, cross-stitch has recently become a vehicle for craftivism (craft activism) and is used to assert diverse identities and demand social change. Registration (here for April and here for May) is $35 for non-members and $30 for MODA members, or bring along a friend and pay $50 for a Buddy Pack for two adults.
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Design Discourse: Designing Prohibition
Saturday, April 20 – 1:00pm

How do you design for things meant to be hidden from the public eye, and how does design change when banned substances are made legal and designers are charged with increasing desirability and demand? In this Design Discourse, MODA’s Assistant Director Lisa Babb will cover design for banned substances and lead a discussion about how design drives desire. This event is free with regular museum admission ($10 / $8 seniors & military / $5 students / Free for MODA members). Seating is limited so please please register (here) in advance.
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Design Conversation: Diti Katona of Concrete
Thursday, April 25 – 7:00pm

Join MODA on Thursday, April 25 at 7pm for a Design Conversation presented by Diti Katona, Founding Partner and Chief Creative Officer of the Toronto-based firm, Concrete. Co-hosted by MODA and Miami Ad School at Portfolio Center, Katona will talk about her experience producing elegant and evocative work for the firm’s clients in fashion, retail and luxury goods. Please see here for tickets and more information.
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Design Conversation: The Original Champions of Design
Thursday, May 2 – 7:00pm

Join MODA and Miami Ad School at Portfolio Center for a special Design Conversation with Bobby C. Martin, Founding Partner of Original Champions of Design, and Jennifer Kinon, who leads OCD’s business, design and strategy. Please click here to register and see more details.

MOE’S ORIGINAL BAR B QUE HEADS INTO 10TH YEAR IN MIDTOWN

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/7/19

Moe’s Original Bar B Que continues to thrive approaching its 10th year of offering its Southern Soul Food Revival at 349 14th Street in Midtown. Utilizing quality recipes and preparing consistent food at a reasonable price is its greatest attribute. From families and professionals to students and tourists, there’s something for everyone as Moe’s Original Bar B Que serves up an award-winning, all things southern, Alabama-style BBQ experience.

“We are proud to approach this milestone, especially in the restaurant business,” said owner Brett Mancuso. “We appreciate our loyal following and the support from the entire Atlanta community who have dined in our restaurant or offered our catering at their parties and events.”

Recognized with many awards, Moe’s Original Bar B Que has been named in the Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal, one of the fastest growing, emerging restaurant chains by Restaurant Business Magazine, and one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish. Moe’s award-winning menu features pulled pork, ribs, wings, turkey and chicken smoked over hardwood served with two unique sauces as well as catfish and a shrimp sandwich. Prepared fresh daily, a rotation of 60 traditional Southern sides and house made desserts have become just as popular as the smoked meats and seafood. Since 2001, Moe’s Original Bar B Que has grown from a junkyard pit to over 65 successful restaurants in 16 states and Mexico.

349 14th Street Midtown Atlanta
(404) 249-0707

Atlanta Brunch Festival 2019

Date: Saturday, March 9th

Time: Noon

About: The 4th annual Atlanta Brunch Fest will be held on Saturday, March 9th from 12-4pm, with VIP entry at 11am. Over 50 restaurants will be participating in the event and they will all bring their tastiest brunch items for the crowd to sample. There will be Bloody Mary’s, mimosas, Brunch Punch, as well as a selection of beer and wine to choose from. A live band and everyone’s favorite, DJ Q-Tip, will get the crowd moving. The list of restaurants and menu items will be added to the website soon. VIP tickets are $69 now, $79 after February 28th, and not available day of. VIP tickets include all of your drinks and unlimited food from the VIP tent. Bottomless Drink tickets are $45 now, $50 after February 28th and $60 the day of the event. Bottomless Drink tickets include all of your drinks. Food tastes from the restaurants are $3 each. General Admission tickets are $15 now, $20 after February 28th, and $25 the day of the event. General Admission tickets covers your entry; food and drinks are extra. Food is $3 per item and drinks are between $6-$8.

More Information:

https://www.bigtickets.com/events/atlantabeerfestivals/atlanta-brunch-festival-2019/

Atlanta United Block Party 2019

Date: Saturday, March 9th

Time: Noon

About: KITS ON. FLAGS OUT. SCARVES UP! Join us on Saturday, March 9th on Edgewood Avenue for the second annual Atlanta United Block Party presented by Bulleit. We’re taking over the fourth ward with ATL’s biggest open-streets celebration of all things #ATLUTD. We’re closing down Edgewood Ave., and celebrating with giveaways, live entertainment and raffle prizes on the block as we prep for the first home match of the season! Plus – we’re partnering with the local pubs to offer exclusive drink specials for Atlanta United fans during the event. Tickets are $15 and include 1 complimentary beer, entertainment and live music, exclusive drink specials at partner bars, and special promotions and giveaways through the event.

More Information:

https://www.bigtickets.com/events/assc/atlanta-united-block-party/