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SWEET AUBURN BARBECUE HOSTS BOOKS, BAOS AND BBQ

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/24/24

Featuring A Book Fair from Brave + Kind Book, Specialty Baos from Mighty Hans and Soup Belly and More

Thursday, May 29, 2024, at 5 p.m.

May marks Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, and Sweet Auburn Barbecue is celebrating with a special event: Books, Baos, and BBQ on Thursday, May 29, 2024. In honor of AANHPI Month, books written by and for the AANHPI community will be available for purchase along with delicious bao and barbecue specials. The book fair, organized by Brave + Kind Bookshop, will feature a curated selection of AANHPI literature, offering attendees a chance to enhance their summer reading lists with diverse and inspiring stories. Collaborating with Mighty Hans and Soup Belly, Sweet Auburn will be serving up an assortment of specially crafted baos, each showcasing the culinary expertise of some of Atlanta’s finest Asian American chefs. The festivities kick off at 5 p.m. and continue until all baos are sold out. Atlantans won’t want to miss this unique celebration of culture, cuisine and community in the heart of Poncey Highland. Books, Baos and BBQ at Sweet Auburn is free to attend. Sweet Auburn Barbecue is located at 656 N. Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306. For more information or to make a reservation, visit www.sweetauburnbbq.com or call 678-515-3550. Stay connected on Instagram and Facebook at @sweetauburnbbq. 

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. 

SWEET AUBURN BBQ’S CHINESE NEW YEAR PARTY 2020

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/7/19

Tuesday, January 28th

Sweet Auburn BBQ

6 pm 

Head to Sweet Auburn BBQ on January 28 for their annual Chinese New Year celebration. Inspired by the Malaysian-Chinese roots of owners and siblings Howard and Anita Hsu, they’re offering a specially curated a la carte menu and cocktails to celebrate the occasion. The event will start at 6pm, and traditional lion dancers will perform for guests at 7pm and 8pm. This event is free, just stop on by!

DIXIE Q BROOKHAVEN HOSTS FIRST OUTDOOR BBQ AND BOIL

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/6/19

Live music, kids crawfish races, cornhole, and more!

Saturday, May 18th at Dixie Q Brookhaven

On Saturday, May 18th, from 11 am to 4 pm, come join us outside for some good eats at our first-ever BBQ & Boil Louisana-style after the popular Brookhaven Bolt.

All tickets $35 and include the following:

Chef Scott’s Louisiana-style Crawfish Boil with Corn and Potatoes
(Good helping provided, more available to purchase during the event)
BBQ Pork sliders
Smoked Wings
Sides of Coleslaw or Potato Salad
One complimentary hot dog and house-made chips
for children under 10 with one adult ticket
Choice of one *beverage–
Dixie Q Morning Mimosa
New Orleans-style Hurricane
Abita Beer
Micheladas

*Want another round?
Additional beverages only $4.00 each!
Limited menu offered inside during event hours with full bar available.
Regular dinner service with full menu starts at 5:00pm.

MOE’S ORIGINAL BAR B QUE: BOLD FLAVORS, ORIGINAL TAKES ON TYPICAL BBQ OFFERINGS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/1/19

We seriously love barbeque and it had been way too long since we’d been to Moe’s Original Bar B Que in Midtown! They’re going into their 10th year in business, so we came down to sample a few menu items, or more like all of them! Of the meats, the ribs were our favorite. They were meaty with just the right amount of juicy fat and rub for flavor. Fell off the bone. We also really enjoyed the pulled pork that was slowly cooked for eight hours. It had the right amount of fat, meat, and savory flavor. The meat portions were also perfect.

On the side, the stand out was the fried green tomato with the perfect, savory crunch and sweet, thick-sliced tomato. We also loved the brunswick stew too, a great hearty meat, lima, potato, corn concoction that would be perfect for a cold winter night. Let’s not forget to mention that the turkey was all white meat with a tasty slaw on the top, it was a good combination. The gumbo had tender okra and slightly spicy broth, and the collards had a balance of vinegar, spice, and tender greens. We love the bold flavors, and original takes on typical barbeque offerings. Moe’s Original Bar B Que is located at 349 14th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318.

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