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TASTE OF ATLANTA PRESENTS GRAND TASTING ALPHARETTA

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/20/25

Thursday, August 28, 2025

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Get ready, Alpharetta! Taste of Atlanta is bringing the flavor, flair, and fun back for summer 2025 with Grand Tasting Alpharetta on Thursday, August 28, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm at the ever-stylish The Hotel at Avalon, 9000 Avalon Boulevard, Alpharetta, GA 30009. This exclusive, all-inclusive event will showcase a curated line-up of more than 20 of Alpharetta’s most talked-about restaurants, offering attendees a unique opportunity to indulge in local culinary bites, spirited sips, and energetic entertainment all in Alpharetta’s most premier destination.

Event Highlights:

  • All-Inclusive Tastings: Enjoy unlimited food and dessert tastings from Alpharetta’s top restaurants, featuring a diverse array of cuisines and signature dishes.
  • Beverage Experiences: Savor various wine, beer, craft cocktails, and nonalcoholic tastings curated to complement the evening’s culinary offerings.
  • Live Entertainment: Groove out with your fellow guests to a live band who are sure to create an energetic atmosphere throughout the evening.
  • Publix Cooking Stage: Local chefs and mixologists present live demonstrations for attendees

Ticket Information:

  • Become a Taste of Atlanta: Bite of News subscriber and automatically save $30 off of one General Admission ticket! Tickets go on sale Wednesday, June 18.
  • VIP Ticket $125Early entry at 6:00 PM includes a VIP Swag Bag (limit one per household), VIP seating area, all-inclusive food and dessert tastings, multiple bars featuring local beers, wine, and craft cocktail tastings, live chef and mixology demonstrations.
  • General Admission Ticket $95 Entry starts at 7:00 pm. All-inclusive food and dessert tastings, multiple bars featuring local beers, wine, and craft cocktail tastings, live chef and mixology demonstrations.

Participating Restaurants:

Cattle Shed Wine & Steak Bar, Colletta, Fogón and Lions, Foundation Social Eatery, Jinya Ramen Bar, Jim N Nicks BBQ, Melting Pot, Minnie Olivia Pizzeria, Nahm Fine Thai Cuisine, Oak, Ocean & Acre, Rumi’s Kitchen, Secreto Kitchen & Bar, Shake Shack, Snooze Alpharetta, Nothing Bundt Cakes and more!

Participating Sponsors:

Grand Tasting Alpharetta is made possible through the generous support and energy of our dedicated sponsors; The Hotel at Avalon, Publix, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, United BMW, Smart Water, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Society Insurance, Mary Dowling Whisky, Aperol, Fizzy Jane’s, Herb & Bloom, Altos Tequila, Absolut Vodka, Aplomo Tea, Solomon Brothers Jewelers, Deep Eddy Vodka, Lunazul Tequila, Jamaica tourism, Delta Vacations, Mate Beverage, Mom Water, Diplomático Rum, Savannah Distributing Company, Classic Tents & Events, and Prima Flyers.

This year, Grand Tasting Alpharetta has partnered with Second Helpings Atlanta, a nonprofit organization dedicated to diverting surplus food from landfills and delivering thousands of prepared meals weekly to those in need. Their mission to fight hunger and reduce food waste aligns with the values of the Grand Tasting event. A portion of the event proceeds will support their initiatives.

FOOD THE ROCKS 2023

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/10/23

Tickets are Officially on Sale for Food That Rocks, Presented by Taste of Atlanta All-inclusive Eatertainment Event Returns June 8 Showcasing Sandy Springs’ Delicious Culinary

Communities, Wine, Beer, Craft Cocktails, Live Music and More

Tickets are officially on sale for the eighth annual Food That Rocks, presented by Taste of Atlanta, Visit Sandy Springs, and the City of Sandy Springs. The carefully curated gourmet gathering takes place on Thursday, June 8, 2023. Recognized as Sandy Springs’ premier food and drink tasting event, Food That Rocks brings an incredible energy to City Green at City Springs for one-night only where attendees will sip, savor and celebrate the community’s vibrant culinary scene. A treat for your tastebuds, this “ultimate eatertainment experience” features unlimited tastes of mouth-watering food from 25+ of Sandy Springs’ best restaurants, a decadent dessert bar, wine, beer & craft cocktails, live music and an array of interactive experiences.

Tickets for Food That Rocks are all-inclusive, providing an all-access foodie fest full of craveable bites and beverage tastings for adults 21+. General Admission and VIP Tickets are now available and can be purchased at FoodThatRocks.org. VIP ticket holders get early access to Food That Rocks from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., a special welcome cocktail and VIP goody bag (one per household) and cost $125 per ticket. General admission is from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and tickets cost $85 per person. Advance ticket purchase is highly recommended as tickets typically sell out prior to the event. Group ticket packages are also available at an exclusive special rate, contact Tickets@TasteofAtlanta.com to inquire.

“I’m incredibly proud of Sandy Springs’ growing restaurant scene. There’s always something new to check out along with favorite spots to re-visit. If you’re having trouble picking one restaurant over another, Food That Rocks lets you sample from some of the City’s most popular dining destinations all in one night,” says Rusty Paul, Mayor of Sandy Springs.


FOOD THAT ROCKS HIGHLIGHTS
• One Night Only, 7-10 p.m.; VIP Early Access 6-7 p.m.
• Eat and greet with local chefs
• Bottomless tastes of a variety beer, wine and craft cocktails
• Unlimited signature bites from 25+ of Sandy Springs best restaurants and top chefs
• Live music by The Geek Squad, cooking demonstrations, plus other exciting entertainment


PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS
• Big B’s Fish Joint
• Breadwinner Café
• Brooklyn Café
• Chef Rob’s Caribbean Café
• CityBar.
• City Barbeque
• Colonial Kitchen & Bar
• Da Vinci’s Donuts
• The General Muir
• Gus’ World-Famous Fried Chicken
• Hearth Pizza Tavern

• il Giallo Osteria & Bar
• McDaniel’s QN2
• Nothing Bundt Cake
• Nowak’s
• SabaRaba’s
• The Select Restaurant + Bar
• Southern Bistro
• Tailgate Taqueria + Bar
• Tupelo Honey
• Under the Cork Tree
• Yalda


*Check Food That Rocks’ website often for most up-to-date restaurant list


“We are thrilled to bring Food That Rocks back to City Springs for the eighth year. This year we will take over City Green for one night only. Our mission is to provide a true eatertainment experience for attendees and unite the community with the amazing Sandy Springs’ chefs and restaurants. It is a wonderful way for people to try new restaurants and revisit old favorites, all in one location and for one ticket price. We promise that the event will truly be a one-of-a-kind culinary celebration,” says Dale DeSena, Founder of Food That Rocks and Taste of Atlanta.

Event goers will eat their music loving hearts out with live tunes from a violinist and popular Atlanta band, The Geek Squad, a lively group is an energetic, get-up-and-dance band, performing all the best Motown, jazz, funk, hip-hop, and Top 40 Hits. In addition to musical talent, Food That Rocks features one jam-packed evening of other captivating entertainment including live cooking demonstrations by some of Sandy Springs’ rockstar chefs, a tarot card reader, caricature artist, 360 photobooth and more. Attendees will have the opportunity to vote on their favorite food and drink at the event. One restaurant will be deemed “best taste” and one drink tasting will take home the “best beverage” and go down as this year’s Food That Rocks crowd- selected favorites. With community connection always in mind, Food That Rocks is a true party with a purpose providing attendees a way to contribute to several area non-profits including Community Assistance Center, The Giving Kitchen, Second Helpings Atlanta, and Atlanta Ronald McDonald House Charities.

WESTSIDE FOOD, BOOZE, & BEER FEST 2023

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/27/23

Saturday, 2/18 at 2pm

Chattahoochee Food Hall

Welcome to The Westside Food, Booze & Brews Fest featuring some of the best spirits, beers, and food at The Chattahoochee Food Works!

Regular Ticket Includes:

🍸 3 Beer Tokens (1 beer token= 5 oz pour)

🍸 1 Liquor Sample

🍸 2 food samples from Chattahoochee Food Works food stalls

🍸 Featuring local beers, ciders, and spirits

🍸 DJ entertainment

🍸 The Chattahoochee Food Works food stalls and full bar available for purchase on own

Lover of all Ticket Includes:

🍸 5 Beer Tokens (1 beer token= 5 oz pour)

🍸 2 Liquor Samples

🍸 2 food samples from Chattahoochee Food Works food stalls

🍸 Featuring local beers, ciders, and spirits

🍸 DJ entertainment

🍸 The Chattahoochee Food Works food stalls and full bar available for purchase on own

VIP Ticket Includes:

🍸 8 Beer Tokens (1 token= 5 oz beer pour)

🍸 4 Liquor Samples

🍸 4 food samples from Chattahoochee Food Works food stalls

🍸 Separate VIP area

🍸 Hour early entry

🍸 Featuring local beers, ciders, and spirits

🍸 DJ entertainment

🍸 The Chattahoochee Food Works food stalls and full bar available for purchase on own

Participating Breweries & Liquor Brands:

🍺 Scofflaw Brewing Co.

🍺 Second Self

🍺 Reformation

🍺 Firemaker

🍺 Monday Night

🍺 Urban Tree Cidery

🍺 Liquor Brands coming soon!

Tickets run $30- $50

Tickets here.

ATLANTA OYSTER FEST 2023

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 12/28/22

Atlantic Station

Saturday, February, 4 at 1 pm

Enjoy a great selection of Oysters, beer, wine, mimosas, brunch punch, seltzer, live music and DJ Qtip. Tickets include entry and entertainment, souvenir cup, and all alcohol samples. Food costs extra. Tickets are $45 Advance, $50 after Jan. 26, $60 day of event. First 500 are $35.

Early Entry Tickets include entry at 12pm, entertainment, souvenir cup, 1 Free Oyster Entrée, and all alcohol samples. Additional Food (after first Oyster Entrée) costs extra. Tickets are $70 Advance, $75 after Jan. 26, $85 day of event. First 500 are $60.

21 and up event, no kids, no babies, no pets. Rain or shine, no refunds. We will not have Designated Driver tickets. No outside food or beverages; included alcohol will cut off at 4:45pm.

Tickets here.

GEORGIA SEAFOOD FESTIVAL 2019

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/31/19

 

Inaugural Georgia Seafood Festival Announces Celebrity Chef and Judge Lineup

Held at The Battery Atlanta, the Georgia Seafood Festival will feature cuisine from Georgia’s Coastal seafood scene, live entertainment and educational exhibitions

 

VIP tickets available here

The Fresh District announced today the celebrity chef and judge lineup for the inaugural Georgia Seafood Festival. The Georgia Seafood Festival will take over The Battery Atlanta, 800 Battery Ave SE, on November 9, 2019 from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. and aims to celebrate Georgia’s booming commercial seafood industry. Festival attendees will enjoy cooking demonstrations, drink eclectic seafaring cocktails, and immerse themselves in interactive educational experiences from the Georgia Aquarium, UGA Marine Extension, and Georgia Grown. A variety of fresh, sustainability sourced seafood, with a focus on Wild Georgia Shrimp, will be available for sampling, along with some of Georgia’s most well-known vendors.

Culinary stars from across Georgia will display live cooking demonstrations for attendees including:

  • Chef Pano Karatassos, executive Chef of Atlanta’s acclaimed Kyma restaurant and Corporate Executive Chef of Buckhead Life Restaurant Group;
  • Chef Fred Flu, owner of The Fluniversity and featured on Food Network’s Cooks vs. Cons;
  • Chef Guy Mitchell, former guest Chef for the White House Chef, former Executive Chef for the Philadelphia Eagles, and creator of The White House Chef Tour;
  • And Chef Chantel Mines, Executive Chef at The Lost Druid Brewery and 2nd place winner of the Mason Dixon Master Chef Competition.

Additionally, the following Chefs will compete for a coveted slot in the 2020 World Food Championships in Dallas, Texas:

  • Chef Lisa Washington, Good Day Atlanta contributor and Healthy Living Contributor for 104.7 The Fish;
  • Chef Scottie Johnson; personal Chef and owner of Blessed and Highly Favored Cuisine;
  • Chef Marshall Rodgers; Corporate Executive Chef for Goldbergs Corporation and former Executive Chef for Sweet Auburn BBQ;
  • And Chef Joseph Martin, owner of ANGELFIRE7 BBQ and winner of several grilling and smoking awards.

Celebrities and personalities including Brian Jordan, former outfielder for the Atlanta Braves and former safety for the Atlanta Falcons, Mike Cloud, President and CEO of the World Food Championships, Brady Lowe, creator of PeachFest and founder of Taste Network, Cochon555, and Piggy Bank, Linda Carmichael, Founding CEO of FoodTheFire, President Emerita of the Atlanta Food & Lifestyle Bloggers’ Society, and Editor-in-Chief of Do.Food.Better, Delano Massey, CEO and Founder of Jacob’s Eye Marketing Agency, Chef Pano Karatassos and Chef Guy Mitchell will serve as judges send one lucky Atlanta Chef to the 2020 World Food Championships.

Chef Jernard Wells, host of New Soul Kitchen on CLEO-TV, will host the Compete Wells
Cooking Competition – the first qualifying event for the 2020 World Cooking Championships. The winner of the competition will receive a coveted ‘Golden Ticket’, guaranteeing them a spot to compete in next year’s Championships and a chance to win the grand prize of $100,000. Chefs will compete head-to-head in a timed cooking challenge featuring Georgia seafood and local ingredients. Each chef will prepare a judge’s plate scored on execution, appearance and taste and be given one secret ingredient that must be featured in their dish.

“The Fresh District is excited to announce the participation of some of Atlanta’s most talented chefs and celebrity judges for the inaugural Georgia Seafood Festival,” said Delano Massey, festival founder and CEO of the Fresh District. “This festival will give attendees a unique culinary experience that will transport them to Georgia’s coast as they sample some of the freshest seafood our state has to offer.”

The Georgia Seafood Festival is brought to you by the Fresh District and The Battery Atlanta. The Fresh District is a fresh-food movement which promotes fresh, local and sustainable food systems in urban environments and raises up generations of smart, innovative participants in the industry.

General admission to the festival is sold out, however, attendees can purchase tickets that offer a variety of sampling options. For more information and to purchase tickets online, please visit gaseafoodfest.com.

Atlanta Magazine’s DINES 2019

Date: Thursday, August 22nd

Time: 6 pm

About: Atlanta magazine’s editorial team takes a fresh look at the metro area’s culinary scene. Which favorite restaurants are still at the top of their games? And which newcomers deserve recognition? Our critics assemble Atlanta’s most authoritative list of the top dining spots, from fine restaurants to food stalls. Atlanta magazine brings that mouthwatering content to life by hosting the hottest all-inclusive ticket in town—DINES: A Taste of the City’s Best Restaurants, showcasing dozens of dining spots that were featured throughout the year. In addition to a vast food selection from the participating restaurants, guests will enjoy complimentary handcrafted cocktails, live music, and event activations throughout the evening! Sneak peek of restaurants include Tiny Lou, Atlas, The White Bull, Nina & Rafi, Das BBQ, Rising Son, Sublime Doughnuts. Benefits The Giving Kitchen.

More Information:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/atlanta-magazines-dines-tickets-63124250332

ATLANTA MAGAZINE’S DINES: A TASTE OF THE CITY

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 8/7/19

Mason Fine Art

Thursday, August 22nd

GET 15% OFF YOUR TICKET WITH PROMO CODE: DINESPARTNER

Atlanta magazine’s editorial team takes a fresh look at the metro area’s culinary scene. Which favorite restaurants are still at the top of their games? And which newcomers deserve recognition? Our critics assemble Atlanta’s most authoritative list of the top dining spots, from fine restaurants to food stalls.

Atlanta magazine brings that mouthwatering content to life by hosting the hottest all-inclusive ticket in town—DINES: A Taste of the City’s Best Restaurants, showcasing dozens of dining spots that were featured throughout the year. In addition to a vast food selection from the participating restaurants, guests will enjoy complimentary handcrafted cocktails, live music, and event activations throughout the evening! Sneak peek of restaurants include Tiny Lou, Atlas, The White Bull, Nina & Rafi, Das BBQ, Rising Son, Sublime Doughnuts. Benefits The Giving Kitchen.

Tickets are $75 and can be purchased here.