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TRADING UP: POST MERIDIEM SPIRIT CO. LAUNCHES CAMPAIGN TO SAVE ATLANTA FROM BAD, PREMIXED MARGARITAS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/17/21

From May 1-28, Bring Any Bottled or Canned Margarita to the Post Meridiem Production Facility and Receive

a Real Lime Juice Margarita in Exchange

Event: Trade-Up Day: Saturday, May 1

Noon – 4pm

 Atlanta-based Post Meridiem Spirit Co. is on a mission to help its hometown trade up from poor-quality, premade margaritas. No longer should they settle for artificial ingredients and sub-par flavor. Instead, Atlantans should expect a bar-quality cocktail made with 100% real lime juice and tequila – even if the margarita just so happens to come in a can.

As the first and only canned cocktail company to use 100% real lime juice in its margaritas, Post Meridiem champions the difference that real ingredients make in a cocktail. So intent is the Post Meridiem team on saving Atlantans from bad, premixed margaritas, the brand is offering consumers a free upgrade to experience the real ingredient difference firsthand. From May 1-28, bring in the empty container from any premade margarita and receive The Real Lime Juice Margarita from Post Meridiem in return. In fact, people can hand over any empty canned cocktail and Post Meridiem will trade up their beverage for a better one from its own lineup.

“The vast majority of ready-to-drink cocktails are full of artificial ingredients and, as a result, frankly don’t taste very good,” said Post Meridiem Co-Founder Andrew Rodbell. “One of the worst offenders is the premade margarita. Until recently, nearly every premixed margarita has used some combination of artificial lime flavoring. If the package doesn’t mention ‘100% real lime juice,’ it’s not in there. That means drinks with ‘lime,’ ‘natural lime’ and ‘lime with natural flavors’ aren’t made with real lime juice as a primary ingredient. People deserve better. That’s why we developed our Real Lime Juice Margarita with just three, perfectly balanced ingredients: silver tequila, orange curacao and 100% real lime juice – the way we believe a margarita should be made.”

How to Trade Up:

  • From noon-4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, May 1-28, bring your go-to, canned boozy beverage to the Post Meridiem production facility (1303 Logan Circle NW, Atlanta, GA 30318).
  • Hand over the empty can or bottle.
    • Receive a free Post Meridiem Real Lime Juice Margarita (or another of the brand’s canned cocktails – consumer’s choice).
  • Shake, pour over ice and experience a better premade margarita.

Free Event: Trade-Up Day

To kick off its monthlong campaign to bring Atlantans the margarita they deserve, Post Meridiem will host Trade-Up Day, a free, outdoor event from noon-4 p.m. on Saturday, May 1, at the Post Meridiem production facility (1303 Logan Circle NW, Atlanta, GA 30318). On this day, the first 50 people who trade up their canned cocktail of choice will receive not just the Real Lime Juice Margarita but the complete Post Meridiem suite of five authentic cocktails. The event will feature guided tastings, music, interactive experiences and a few surprises throughout the day – all observing social distancing, proper mask usage and other safety precautions.

 

About Post Meridiem Spirit Co.: The inspiration for Post Meridiem came from a recurring question asked between long-time friends Andrew Rodbell and Charles Sain: “Why can’t I get a good cocktail here?” Frustrated by the general lack of quality cocktail options, the pair founded Post Meridiem in 2017, and, in 2019, they launched the brand’s suite of ready-to-serve, bar-quality cocktails, which they manufacture in a dedicated facility in Atlanta’s West Midtown neighborhood. The brand is available for online purchase and delivery to 33 states and Washington D.C. as well as being offered in retail outlets where liquor is sold throughout Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee. For more information, please visit https://postmeridiemspirits.com/ and follow along for updates on Instagram.

The Line-Up:

The Real Lime Juice Margarita

27.5% ALC/VOL, 55 Proof

1 2/3oz Silver Tequila

1 oz Orange Curacao

3/4oz 100% Real Lime Juice

The Double Old Fashioned

37% ALC/VOL, 74 Proof

3 oz Straight Bourbon Whiskey

4 Dashes Blend of Three Bitters

1/3 oz Demerara Syrup

Orange Zest Oil

 

The Lemongrass Vodka Gimlet

25% ALC/VOL, 50 Proof

2 oz Vodka

2/3 oz 100 % Real Lime Juice

2/3 oz Cane Sugar Syrup

Lemongrass Oil

 

The 1944 Mai Tai

23.5% ALC/VOL, 47 Proof

1 1/2 oz Blend of Caribbean Rums

3/4 oz 100% Real Lime Juice

2/3 oz Orange Curacao

1/2 oz Almond Orgeat

The No. Four Daiquiri

27% ALC/VOL, 54 Proof

2 oz Silver & West Indies Rums

1/3 oz Italian Maraschino Liqueur

2/3 oz 100% Real Lime Juice

1/3 oz Cane Sugar Syrup

LAZY BETTY FRONTLINE WORKERS APPRECIATION DINNER 2021 – CALL FOR DONATIONS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/14/21

Wednesday, April 21

Lazy Betty will be hosting a special dinner on April 21 to celebrate local healthcare workers working the COVID–19 frontlines. To support the dinner, Lazy Betty is accepting donations from the public here. All profits from the dinner will be donated to Wellstar Foundation in support of COVID–19 Relief.

Those who make a donation will receive a gift card to the restaurant in exchange – $10 gift card for a $25 donation, $20 gift card for a $50 donation, $45 gift card for a $100 donation, $125 gift card for a $250 donation, $325 gift card for a $500 donation and $750 gift card for a $1000 donation. Once a donation is made, the restaurant will follow up with donors with gift card details via email.

“We are so thankful for healthcare workers and have had the honor of cooking around 1,000 meals for hospital employees during the pandemic thanks to generous donors,” said Chef Hsu. “Now, we’re excited to welcome these heroes into our dining room to treat them to a well–deserved evening out.”

MOTHER’S DAY ROUND-UP 2021

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/14/21

Lazy Betty – Lazy Betty will offer an elevated five-course brunch tasting menu from 11am to 3pm on Mother’s Day featuring new dishes with luxury ingredients. The menu will be $125 per person, and beverage pairings will be available for $80. Brunch reservations are available now via Resy. 

Lazy Betty is also offering specialty Mother’s Day cakes for the holiday. Celebrate mom with a one-of-a-kind cake from Pastry Chef Carelys Vazquez. The custom cakes come in five different flavors and three different sizes. Learn more and place an order here.

Hampton + Hudson – The Inman Park community restaurant and bar is offering Mother’s Day brunch and dinner to-go. For brunch, customers can order Quiche Lorraine (bacon, caramelized onions, parmesan and white cheddar cheese – $20, 9”) with sides like cheese grits ($10) and breakfast potatoes ($8). The restaurant’s “Steak Frites Dinner” includes grilled hanger steak, garlic parmesan fries, mixed green salad with lemon vinaigrette and bourbon caramel bread pudding ($45, serves two). Plus, customers can pick up mimosa and sangria kits and flower bouquets from Flower Bar Atlanta for $10 and $25. Mother’s Day pre-orders can be placed by emailing events@hamptonandhudson.com before 5pm on Friday, May 8.

BUCKHEAD VILLAGE

Sun., May 9, Noon-6pm – Mother’s Day Celebration at Buckhead Village

From noon to 6pm on Sunday, May 9, Buckhead Village welcomes guests to celebrate Mother’s Day in the heart of Buckhead. Guests can enjoy live tunes from DJ Grace, browse the latest spring collections, taste complimentary treats like cotton candy from Sparkle + Fluff and cupcakes from Georgetown Cupcake, and more! Finish the day by grabbing a photo in front of Pinker Times’s floral art installation, and taking home a complimentary floral stem for mom.

Le Bilboquet – To celebrate Mother’s Day, Le Bilboquet will be serving a three-course prix fixe menu for $75 per person with beloved dishes including a lobster tail and diver scallops duo with watercress coulis, marinated cherry heirloom tomatoes, sautéed hon shimeji mushrooms and fingerling potatoes.

Georgetown Cupcake – The beloved cupcake shop’s Buckhead location is offering two special assortments decorated with handmade pink and gold fondant and Mother’s Day-themed fondant decorations. Both options are available by pre-order May 1 through May 31. View flavors and order online at georgetowncupcake.com. Available for pick-up at Georgetown Cupcake Buckhead as well as local delivery for an additional $10.

Taverna – This Mother’s Day enjoy a special brunch menu and chef specials at the Buckhead Village staple, Taverna. Open from 10am to 3pm, guests can indulge in specials like the delicious Triple Berry Stuffed French Toast served with raspberry, blueberry & strawberry compote, topped with cream cheese & mint or the Banana Foster & Granola Parfait served with greek yogurt, strawberries & blueberries. Pair any dish with a featured $3 single Mimosa or Aperol Spritz. Taverna is now taking reservations here. To view Taverna’s full Brunch Menu and Mother’s Day Specials, click here. 

PONCE CITY MARKET

Bellina Alimentari – This Mother’s Day at 6:30pm, Bellina Alimentari is celebrating moms with a special Virtual Pasta Making Class. For $45 per ticket, mom can learn the art of traditional fresh pasta making in her own home kitchen. Bellina Alimentari will supply everything she needs for the Zoom class, and a pasta machine is not required! Class registration will close 48 hours prior to class date of May 9.

Eleven TLC – This Mother’s Day, Eleven TLC is offering a free gift – a recycled, reusable bag made out of plastic bottles – with the purchase of any product or drink at the Ponce City Market shop.

Mother’s Day Special at Batter Cookie Dough

This Mother’s Day, Batter Cookie Dough at Ponce City Market is celebrating moms with a sweet special! All moms who come in on the day will receive free sprinkles on their cookie dough order.

Celebrate Mom at Dantanna’s:
Dantanna’s, located in the heart of Buckhead, is excited to welcome all the amazing moms and spoil them with the best seafood they have to offer. On Sunday, May 9th, moms are invited to indulge on seafood delicacies including Oysters Rockefeller for $16, Shrimp Louis for $18, Crab Linguine for $28, Salads Nicoise for $24, Seared Scallops for $28, and Grilled Wild Salmon for $30. To sweeten the day and make mom feel like a queen, moms will get a free dessert of their choice. Dantanna’s is located at the Shops Around Lenox at 3400 Around Lenox Rd NE #304, Atlanta, GA 30326. For more information or to make a reservation visit www.dantannas.com or call 404.760.8873.

Roses & Rosé at STK Atlanta:
Make Mother’s Day sparkle at STK Atlanta on Sunday, May 9th. Located in the heart of Midtown, STK has prepared an exclusive Mother’s Day brunch and dinner menu that is guaranteed to impress. For brunch, spoil mom with Lobster or Eggs Benedict, Cinnamon French Toast, and $9.99 Rosé specials featuring Whispering Angel and Chandon Sparkling Rosé. For Mom’s Night Out, moms can savor two filets with grilled prawns, a bottle of Whispering Angel Rosé, and top it off with a delicious cheesecake. For more information or to make a reservation, visit www.stkhouse.com or call 404-793-0144.

BOHO Mother’s Day Weekend at Red’s Beer Garden:
Mother’s Day weekend just got bigger and better with Red’s Beer Garden’s BOHO pancake. On Saturday, May 8th and Sunday, May 9th, Red’s Beer Garden, located in Benteen Park, celebrates all the mamas with a tasty brunch offering, the acclaimed ‘BOHO pancake’ back and bigger than before for $7. To wash down Red’s sweet special, fried bohemian pancakes with berry compote and sweet yogurt, moms can dive into the self-serve refrigerators for a diverse selection of brews and wine or sip on bottomless mimosas. For more information, call Red’s Beer Garden at 770 637-2299 or visit redsbeergarden.com.

Enjoy A Fiery Mother’s Day at TWO urban licks: 
Conveniently located on the Atlanta BeltLine, TWO urban licks is serving up a special menu just for Mom this Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 9th, from noon to 10 p.m. Guests can enjoy acclaimed Executive Chef Matt Weinstein’s fiery brunch and lunch creations, including traditional favorites and signature items from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. while listening to live music and taking in exceptional skyline views on the patio. Those looking for a later celebration can celebrate Mom with a delicious dinner between 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. To make a reservation, call 404.522.4622 or visit  twourbanlicks.com.

Chiringa 

Looking for a bubbly-infused break this Mother’s Day? On Sunday, May 9th, moms are invited to unwind into a beach state of mind with elevated, vibrant surfside cuisine paired with a complimentary “Mom-Mosa” made with freshly squeezed orange juice. Beginning at 1 p.m., Josh Jeffords will be strumming a live acoustic performance until 5 p.m. on CHIRINGA’s breezy patio overlooking the charming Town Green Fountain.
CHIRINGA’s full menu is accessible online and includes saltwater staples, elevated proteins and fresh produce, whole grain bowls, dips, salads, sandwiches, tacos and plantains, along with freshly squeezed juices, speciality cocktails, craft beers and wines. One complimentary “Mom-Mosa” per mom. For more information and to order online, visit www.chiringa.com or call 770.802.8940.

OUTDOOR SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT ARE A HOP SKIP AND A JUMP AWAY AT THE BATTERY ATLANTA

Posted by Liz and John, 4/8/21

Metro-Atlantans can expect to catch a glimpse of the long-awaited signs of spring at The Battery Atlanta this April! Patio dining at Superica, Garden & Gun Club and Terrapin Taproom gives foodies the chance to enjoy their favorite local spots al fresco. Visitors can lace up their athletic shoes and head out to the Plaza Green for outdoor exercise classes or opt for walk/run around the campus. Fan-favorite Braves Clubhouse Store and Baseballism are celebrating the return of America’s favorite pastime with new Atlanta Braves gear for the entire family! Just steps from Truist Park, the newly opened ASW Distillery is now offering public tasting tours and its extensive cocktail program to walk-up visitors.

An up-to-date list of restaurant and retailer happenings is available on the website. Details and hours of operation are subject to change. Visitors are asked to follow public safety guidelines while on property.

Outdoor Activities:
Wellness Series: Yoga by Kaiser Permanente
Mondays from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Start the week off stress-free with a limited capacity, outdoor yoga class presented by Kaiser Permanente on non-event days at the Plaza Green. Pre-registration and event participant waivers are available online. Participants are required to bring a mat and encouraged to bring water. A live stream on Facebook and past sessions on YouTube are also available to fitness fans virtually on event days.

Cornhole ATL Spring League
Tuesdays from 6:45-9 p.m.
A tailgate favorite is now a league of its own! Spectators are encouraged to watch the action and cheer on league participants as they play games leading up to the spring season’s final tournament. League winners will receive a championship trophy and other prizes.

The Battery Atlanta Walking Trail presented by UnitedHealthcare
A brisk walk can curb cravings, reduce stress and offer a healthy way to catch up with friends and family! Get out and get active on the 1.5-mile loop circling the campus.

Now Open:
ASW Distillery
The Battery Atlanta facility features a tasting room, a Vendome copper pot/column hybrid still for distilling gin and vodka, a small batch bottling operation, the most extensive cocktail program of ASW Distillery’s three Atlanta locations and a large private events space. ASW Distillery offers public tasting hours from noon to 9 p.m. every day of the week and noon to 10 p.m. on game days, as well as walk-up tour experiences.

Pristine Auto Spa & Valet
The eco-friendly company’s offerings include exterior and interior car detailing, mobile car wash, wax and clay bar service, carpet shampoo and more! Full-service hand car washes are available to visitors, travelers and residents seven days a week with extended hours on event days. Located on the ground level of the Green Deck.

Select Retail and Restaurant Promotions:
Motown Monday at Omni Hotel
Bar Manager Alberto Lares serves up delicious drinks at the Lobby Bar located on the third floor every Monday night; guests will also enjoy classic Motown tunes!

Kids Eat Free Tuesdays at Goldberg’s Fine Foods
Bring the kids for an after-school treat! Families can take advantage of a free kids’ menu item with the purchase of one adult entrée at the New York style deli and restaurant.

Wine Wednesday at BURN by Rocky Patel
Patrons can wine down with $5 off select glasses paired with a hand-rolled, premium cigar from world-class collections.

Champagne Thursdays at Cru Food & Wine Bar
Guests can treat themselves to 50% off a bottle of champagne and are invited to eat their fill of fresh artisan cuisine – a perfect date night starting at 3 p.m.!

Service Industry Night at TAPS at PH’EAST
Service industry employees can access drink specials every Sunday starting at 9 p.m.

Park Bench Events:
The popular dueling piano bar and live music venue has announced a line-up of live shows this month, in addition to its DJ party and Karaoke Wednesday at Park Bench programming. Visit parkbenchbattery.com/calendar for more information.

  • Clay Barker Band
    Saturday, April 10 at 10 p.m.
  • Ricky T. Cole
    Monday, April 12 at 10 p.m.
  • Dave Lawson Duo
    Tuesday, April 13 at 10 p.m.
  • Slippery When Wet
  • Friday, April 16 at 7:30 and 10 p.m.
  • 3-Player Rockin Dueling Piano Show
    Saturday, April 17 at 7 p.m.
  • Punchline Comedy with headliner Dale Jones
    Tuesday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m.
  • Charlotte Pike
    Thursday, April 29 at 10 p.m.

Coca-Cola Roxy Events:
The Battery Atlanta’s iconic concert venue is back! This month, Coca-Cola Roxy brings country, blues and heavy metal artists to the stage. Review enhanced venue safety guidelines here.

  • New Country 101.5 Present: Chase Rice
    Friday, April 9 at 8 p.m.
  • iHeart’s 94.9 The Bull Presents Chase Rice
    Saturday, April 10 at 8 p.m.
  • Tab Benoit and Samantha Fish
    Sunday, April 11 at 7 p.m.
  • iHeart’s 94.9 The Bull Presents Hardy
    Friday, April 16 at 8 p.m.
  • iHeart’s 94.9 The Bull Presents Michael Ray & Ingrid Andress
    Saturday, April 17 at 8 p.m.
  • Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors
    Saturday, April 24 at 8 p.m.
  • Steel Panther: Heavy Metal Rules Tour
    Friday, April 30 at 8 p.m.

MERELL LAUNCHES FAN EVENT WITH EVENTZEE

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/6/21

Merrell, the global leader in outdoor performance and lifestyle footwear and apparel, launched a fan engagement event using the Eventzee scavenger hunt app. Utilizing Eventzee technology, the “Atlanta Scavenger Hunt presented by Merrell” encourages both fans and community members alike to celebrate the great outdoors throughout the city.

Those in the Atlanta, GA area can download the Eventzee app and enter the join code “stepfurther” to participate in the ongoing event. The virtual event features photo, video, text, quiz, and gps challenges. Through photos and videos, players can share their favorite Merrell gear and landmarks in Atlanta. Text and quiz challenges will test players’ knowledge on local wildlife. The event will run through Friday, April 30th, allowing players nearly a full month to complete all the challenges.

“Merrell has made great use of nearly all the challenge types Eventzee has to offer,” said Craig Holland, CEO of Freeze Tag, “The variety will create a rich experience for those who participate.”

The theme of the event is “Get Outside.” Some challenges will prompt players to visit specific locations, such as Merrell stores and other local businesses. Other challenges will leave the destination up to the players. The goal is to have players taking in fresh air, for both physical and mental health.

“Curing a bad case of cabin fever is what we do best,” said Lindsey Jones, Field Marketing Specialist of Merrell. “This event will help our community regain the spirit of adventure.”

If you’re interested in hosting an Eventzee scavenger hunt visit our website and contact our team to set up the best package for you. You can also email us at sales@eventzeeapp.com or call us at 714-210-3850 x15. Eventzee is ideal for trade shows, conferences and orientations. Businesses can use the app to drive traffic to specific locations, promote vendors or products and increase social interactions, while observing appropriate social distances. Some clients use Eventzee to hold contests and give away prizes to their most engaged customers. There are many ways Eventzee can help you achieve your business goals. For more information visit https://www.eventzeeapp.com/.

About MERRELL
Merrell® exists to share the simple power of being outside. As the global leader in outdoor active footwear with the Moab hiking boot and Jungle Moc, Merrell is focused on merging performance, styling, and comfort to empower all people to confidently explore the outdoors. Merrell is celebrating its 40th birthday in 2021 with a mission to build an inclusive and sustainable outside environment for future generations to enjoy. Visit Merrell.com, the Merrell Newsroom, or follow us on social @Merrell.  Merrell® is a division of Wolverine World Wide (NYSE: WWW), one of the world’s leading marketers and licensors of branded casual, active lifestyle, work, outdoor sport, athletic, children’s and uniform footwear and apparel.

About Freeze Tag, Inc.
Freeze Tag, Inc. is a leading creator of mobile location-based games for consumers and businesses.  Our portfolio includes hits such as Munzee, a social platform with nearly 10 million locations worldwide and hundreds of thousands of players that blends gamification and geolocation into an experience that rewards players for going places in the physical world, Garfield Go, a Pokemon Go style augmented reality game based on the iconic cat Garfield, WallaBee, an addictive collecting game with over 2,200 beautifully drawn digital cards, as well as many social mobile games that provide endless hours of family-friendly fun. We also offer our technology and services to businesses that want to leverage mobile gaming in their marketing and branding programs. For example, our Eventzee solution allows businesses to create private scavenger hunts in physical places such as malls, tradeshows, company events or campuses to create immersive brand experiences.  For more information about Freeze Tag, go to: https://www.freezetag.com

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve substantial uncertainties and risks. These forward-looking statements are based upon our current expectations, estimates and projections and reflect our beliefs and assumptions based upon information available to us at the date of this release. We caution readers that forward-looking statements are predictions based on our current expectations about future events. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Our actual results, performance or achievements could differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including but not limited to, our ability to market our games, and our ability to implement new changes and release them. We undertake no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statement for any reason.

BREW FOR THE EARTH AT RED’S BEER GARDEN

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/6/21

Red’s Beer Garden

Thursday, April 22nd

In honor of Earth Day on April 22nd, Red’s Beer Garden, located in Benteen Park, will be partnering with New Belgium to support the protection and preservation of public lands. For each pint or 16 oz. can of Fat Tire sold at Red’s this month, New Belgium Brewing Company will donate $1 to support Friends Of Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites. The organization’s mission is to ensure the protection of natural and cultural resources for generations to come.
For more information, call Red’s Beer Garden at 770 637-2299 or visit redsbeergarden.com.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY ROUND-UP 2021

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/8/21

ST. PATRICK’S DAY ROUND-UP

Shamrock Pub Crawl – Woodstock, GA

On Saturday, March 13th from 2 to 6 pm, the Shamrock Pub Crawl will take place in Downtown Woodstock. 

Crawl-goers are encouraged to visit participating restaurants and enjoy food and beverage specials. When you arrive at you first restaurant on the crawl, you will be given a shamrock. For each restaurant visited, you will receive a stamp on your shamrock. Once you have received five stamps, you may turn in your shamrock to any participating restaurant to be entered to win event prizes. Musicians will perform at select locations on a staggered schedule during the event. Participating restaurants include The Daily Draft, Rootstock, Ice Martini Bar, Madlife Stage, Prime 120, Reformation Brewery, and more.

St. Patrick’s Day at Live! at the Battery Atlanta
Saturday, March 13 from 3-11 p.m.
Get shamrockin’ and rollin’ at this Irish celebration! Toast with green beer, live music, photo booths, signature drinks and more. Attendees can choose from two package options: Shamrocks + Shenanigans starting at $20 or Luckiest of Charms starting at $40. Both ticket packages grant access to all venues. Purchase tickets and review safety measures here.

Sat., March 13 & Wed., March 17 – St. Patrick’s Day Specials at The Southern Gentleman & Gypsy Kitchen

The Southern Gentleman and Gyspy Kitchen will be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day the Saturday beforehand and day-of! The Southern Gentleman will offer a corned beef dish plus green beer, and Gypsy Kitchen will be pouring green sangria.

Tues., Mar. 16 – Sun., Mar. 21 – St. Patrick’s Day Specials at Joy Cafe

From Tuesday, March 16 through Sunday, March 21, Joy Cafe will be offering guests a selection of Irish whiskey tasting flights in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. During weekend brunch, guests can enjoy specials on Kiwi Mimosas and Irish Coffee, hot or iced.

HAMPTON + HUDSON

Tues., March 16, 8pm – St. Patrick’s Eve Lucky Trivia

Hampton + Hudson hosts trivia every Tuesday, and on March 16, they’re hosting a St. Patrick’s Day edition. Participants can enjoy $5 Irish drink specials on Jameson, Guinness and Black & Tans alongside trivia themed around the holiday.

Wed., March 17 – St. Patrick’s Day at H+H

The community bar and restaurant will celebrate St. Patty’s Day with food specials – including a Corned Beef Plate with braised green cabbage and potatoes and Banger Sausages & Mash with brown gravy – plus $5 Irish drink specials on Jameson, Guinness and Black & Tans.

SUGAR FACTORY – ATLANTA

Midtown’s Instagram-worthy eatery is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with its Lucky Leprechaun Insane Milkshake, March 8-31. Leprechaun Insane Milkshake: a green chocolate-covered mug filled with coffee and vanilla ice cream, blended with Jameson Whiskey for an extra Irish kick. This insane milkshake is topped with whipped cream, sprinkles, chocolate gold coins (for good luck), rainbow sour belts and whirly pops. Offered in both an alcoholic and non-alcoholic version for all ages!

SECOND SELF BEER CO.

Wed., Mar. 17 – St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

Second Self is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with $3 pints of green beer and $10 pitchers of their year-round beers. Masks are required when moving around the tasting room and when ordering beer.

JOY CAFE

Tues., Mar. 16 – Sun., Mar. 21 – St. Patrick’s Day Specials at Joy Cafe

From Tuesday, March 16 through Sunday, March 21, Joy Cafe will be offering guests a selection of Irish whiskey tasting flights in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. During weekend brunch, guests can enjoy specials on Kiwi Mimosas and Irish Coffee, hot or iced.

BUCKHEAD VILLAGE

Available Through March 31 – Georgetown Cupcake’s St. Patrick’s Dozen

The cupcake shop is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day all month long with their St. Patrick’s Dozen, which features 12 different cupcakes, including St. Patrick’s Vanilla & Buttercream, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Twist, Mocha Chocolate Chip Cheesecake, Chocolate Mint Crunch, Red Velvet, Rainbow and more. Orders can be placed online here.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Dantanna’s: 
Dantanna’s Buckhead is celebrating the luck of the Irish! The holiday celebration begins on Tuesday, March 17th, where diners can try their luck and sink their teeth into a traditional St. Patrick’s Day Corned Beef & Cabbage entrée featuring corned beef brisket, cabbage, smashed red potatoes, jalapeño-dijon and stone-ground mustard hollandaise sauce, and savor the slight hints of coffee and chocolate of a creamy Guinness, Ireland’s favorite beer. For those wishing to try all that Dantanna’s has to offer, in addition to the St. Patrick’s Day specials, guests can also take advantage of Dantanna’s full dinner menu and extensive wine, cocktail and beer list. Dantanna’s Buckhead is located at the Shops Around Lenox, 3400 Around Lenox Rd NE #304, Atlanta, GA 30326. For more information visit www.dantannas.com or call 404.760.8873.

Enjoy St. Patrick’s Day Specials at Red’s Beer Garden:  
Red’s Beer Garden is celebrating the luck of the Irish with ‘pinch me’ deals starting Friday, March 12 through Sunday March 21, 2021. Diners can begin the celebration by indulging on Irish Rolls with Kraut – corned beef and Swiss, wrapped in an egg roll and dipped in Red’s signature, delicious sauce. Imbibers can also wash down St. Patrick’s Day deals with two Irish beers on draft and Harp pitchers for $16. Take an order to-go or have a seat outside on the dog-friendly patio. Masks are required to order inside. Red’s Beer Garden is nestled between Grant Park and East Atlanta in Benteen Park, 1328 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30315. For more information, visit www.redsbeergarden.com or call 770-637-2299.

Get Lucky This St. Patrick’s Day at STK Atlanta:
Located in the heart of Midtown, STK Atlanta invites revelers to eat and drink like the Irish all week long starting Monday, March 15 through Sunday, March 21, 2021.  From 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m, guests can enjoy a wallet-friendly holiday offering featuring $5 Lil’ Corned Beef Sliders served with Tater Tots and sip on a $7 Leprechaun Stilettos. Takeout and delivery are also available.  STK’s full food and drink menu will also be available.  STK Atlanta is located at 1075 Peachtree Street in Midtown Atlanta on the corner of Peachtree and 12th Streets in the 12th & Midtown development. Stay connected on Twitter  and Instagram at @eatstk  #stkatlanta or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/eatSTKAtlanta. To place an order. visit STKSteakhouse.com/Delivery. For more information or to make  a reservation, visit  https://stksteakhouse.com/venues/atlanta or call  404-793-0144.

St. Patrick’s Day the Kona Grill Way:
Shamrocks, pinching, and getting lucky – St. Patrick’s Day is approaching quickly and Kona Grill at Avalon in Alpharetta is celebrating! Starting Monday, March 15th through Saturday, March 20th, get lucky at Kona Grill with Lil’ Corned Beef Sliders for $6 and wash them down with Green Beer, Sake, and Seltzers available for $3 during happy hour from 2 p.m to 6 p.m.  The Lil’ Corned Beef Sliders are available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery for dinner for $16. To place an order, visit KonaGrill.com/Delivery.  Kona Grill is located at 5100 Avalon Blvd, Alpharetta, GA 30009.  For more information or to make a reservation, visit www.konagrill.com/alpharetta or call 470-226-1540

JOIN US IN VOTING TUCKER BREWING INTO USA TODAY’S 10BEST

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/5/21

Did you hear the news? After surveying the country looking for the best of the best, USA Today has selected Atlanta-based Tucker Brewing Company as one of the top 20 best beer gardens in the United States! Now officially in the running for the coveted “10Best” list, the brewery needs your votes to remain in the top 10 and take the #1 position!

Click here to vote daily through Tuesday, March 16, and thank you to everyone who has voted and continues to vote!

NATIONALLY-TOURING SELTZERLAND COMING TO ATLANTA

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/5/21

Saturday, April 3rd

Fox Creek Golf Club

Cannonball Productions will hit the fairways for their safely socially distanced, nationally-touring hard seltzer celebration like no other, called Seltzerland. Attendees are invited to leisurely walk the course while safely sampling from 50+ flavors of hard seltzer on Saturday, April 3rd at the picturesque Fox Creek Golf Club (1501 Windy Hill Road) in the Greater Atlanta area of Smyrna, with no actual golfing involved. Tickets for this can’t miss event begin at $29, are on sale now and can be purchased by visiting www.seltzerland.com.

Seltzerland debuted at Chicago’s Cog Hill Golf Club on August 2020, before heading to golf courses in Minneapolis, Denver, Tampa, and Dallas. All five events sold out and ticket holders enjoyed a day packed with brands big and small like White Claw, Bud Light Seltzer, Bon V!V, and Cutwater Spirits. Seltzerland’s 2021 tour will include stops in Austin, Scottsdale, Tampa and now Atlanta for the first time.

Guests are able to socially distance in groups of 20 or less and spread out across each course’s fairways. The best hard seltzer brands in the land — from iconic national brands, to beloved local companies — will be on-site offering a variety of beverage samplings, and HORMEL® BLACK LABEL® Bacon will provide mouthwatering brunch bites.

“These past 11 months have been incredibly trying, and one thing we know is that everyone needs something to look forward to, now more than ever. As the weather became nicer, I, as a consumer, just wanted to get outside and have a drink with my friends while being safe. What better place to do that than on an open, outdoor, sprawling, and gorgeous golf course? With courses around the country open to the public and tee times available to manage check-in, it is
the safest venue and structure for in-person events. We know this experience will provide a safe opportunity to have some much-needed fun and we’re so excited to bring Seltzerland to life,” said Cannonball Productions CEO & Founder Kate Levenstien.

Safety is a primary focus of this event. Here are some of the precautions attendees can expect:
● Vendors and staff must wear protective gloves and regularly hand-wash. The public is also encouraged to wash hands frequently, use hand sanitizer, and wear a face mask while not sampling.
● Attendees within different time slots must maintain at least six feet of space between each other, and vendors will also be spaced out accordingly to adhere to social distancing guidelines.
● Restrooms will have a devoted porter to regularly clean in between uses.

When purchasing tickets online, attendees will sign up for a “tee-time”, which is available every 10 minutes, for a group of 20 or less for this 2.5-hour experience. There are two ways to experience Seltzerland with General Admission and VIP tickets offered. General Admission tickets begin at $29 and VIP tickets start at $49. VIP ticket holders will kick off the event with premier timeslots, a full-sized can of hard seltzer, a specialty cocktail, and complimentary food.
For tickets and more information, visit https://www.seltzerland.com/. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seltzerland/ Instagram: @seltzer_land

Ticketing inquiries can be directed to hello@cannonballproductions.com.

2021 ATLANTA JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL STREAMS TO AT-HOME AUDIENCES, PLUS EXPANDED Q&A, DRIVE-IN, VIRTUAL LOBBY, AND OTHER EXPERIENCES

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/10/21

Atlanta Jewish Film Festival Announces Full Lineup and Reimagines Annual Event for a Virtual World

The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival (AJFF), one of the most influential Jewish film festivals in the world, continues to cement its status as an innovator. Since the COVID-19 pandemic struck, AJFF has pivoted to all-virtual programming and reimagined the entirety of its landmark festival, which is set to take place Feb.17-28. In addition to watching movies from the comfort and convenience of home via a Virtual Cinema, audiences will also enjoy three nights of drive-in movies at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and The Home Depot Backyard, plus in-depth and expanded Q&A conversations, a “Virtual Lobby” to connect with other moviegoers, a curated and custom “Festival-In-A-Box” for Opening Night ticket holders, along with other special experiences.

AJFF has also announced its full 2021 lineup, providing audiences a robust selection of diverse and high-caliber films for which the festival has become known. This year, more than 500 films were submitted for consideration, with 38 feature and 16 short films selected – including three World premieres, eight North American premieres, three U.S. premieres, and one world premiere local film. The film selection covers a range of genres, with everything from introspective biographies like Howie Mandel: But, Enough About Me; topical themes like On Broadway or Atlanta: The City Too Busy to Wait; side-splitting comedies like Shiva Baby; LGBTQ+ stories like Kiss Me Kosher; powerful dramas like Asia; and so much more. The full lineup and schedule are available at AJFF.org.

“In a year of firsts and unprecedented challenges, AJFF has worked tirelessly to reimagine the annual festival in a way that preserves the most cherished qualities of this annual celebration of community and the cinematic arts,” said AJFF Executive Director Kenny Blank. “Though the experience itself will be undeniably different, the power of these films to connect and inspire us is more deeply felt and appreciated than ever. Our hybrid edition embraces all of the opportunities that virtual affords us while continuing our commitment to bring audiences ‘together through film’ in new ways.”

The 2021 AJFF will feature a number of new offerings and experiences, including:

Extensive At-Home Viewing Options:
For a full 12 days, AJFF’s diverse lineup of narrative and documentary shorts and features are accessible to viewers from the comfort of home. Powered by CineSend, AJFF’s Virtual Cinema will allow audiences to access the best in Jewish cinema from a smart TV, home theater, tablet, or mobile device.  Requiring only a single ticket per film for each household, viewers will have a flexible 48-hour window to watch festival films at their convenience. Each film has a limited capacity of views, so audiences are encouraged to purchase their tickets in advance. General admission for virtual screenings is $16/household ($14 early bird pricing), and for special events, which include Opening and Closing Night, admission is $36/household.

Drive-In Screenings at The Home Depot Backyard at Mercedes-Benz Stadium:
Against the spectacular backdrop of Mercedes-Benz Stadium, AJFF invites audiences to enjoy the throwback fun of drive-in movies at the 11-acre greenspace of The Home Depot Backyard. Accommodating over 200 vehicles nightly for this premium experience, the AJFF drive-in includes three special evenings of film on Feb.18, Feb. 20, and Feb. 21. Kicking off with AJFF’s Young Professionals Night, followed by two campy, kitschy Hollywood classics: Mel Brooks’s sci-fi spoof Spaceballs and the musical comedy Little Shop of Horrors, this exciting venue provides guests the ability to watch on the big screen while remaining safely socially distant. Each drive-in pass can be purchased for $40 and accounts for parking for one car, regardless of how many people are in the vehicle, so bring the whole family along! Food trucks will be on-site serving delicious bites, to enjoy from the comfort of your vehicle.

Expanded Q&A Offerings Featuring Filmmakers, Actors + Experts:
AJFF has long been recognized for fostering dialogue and building bridges of understanding between audiences of different faiths and backgrounds. This commitment continues in 2021, with an expanded program of virtual Q&A conversations. A record number of filmmakers, actors and other guest speakers will partake in Q&A programs, recorded especially for AJFF audiences and accessible to watch online throughout the 12 days of the festival.

Virtual Lobby Over Lunch:
AJFF is also launching a “Virtual Lobby,” featuring a series of lunchtime Zoom sessions for the community of moviegoers to join a facilitated discussion, taking a deeper dive into five conversation-starting films of the festival.

Festival-in-a-Box:
To enhance the at-home viewing experience, ticket holders to Opening Night will receive a specially curated “Festival-In-A-Box.” Full of fun comfort items to help create a perfect, stay-at-home viewing experience, the box is full of tasty and cozy surprises.

Tickets go on sale on Jan. 26 for members and on Feb. 10 for the general public.