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SAVOR AND SIP: NORTH HIGHLAND RESTAURANT WEEK RETURNS NOV 9 – 13, KICKING OFF WITH A WINE WALK IN THE VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/23/25

Get ready to taste the best of Atlanta’s Virginia Highland and Morningside neighborhoods! The second-annual, highly anticipated North Highland Restaurant Week, presented by Heide Contracting, is set to return from Sunday, November 9,
through Thursday, November 13, offering diners a special chance to explore the area’s thriving culinary scene with special fixed-price menus.

For five days only, 20 participating restaurants will offer an array of prix-fixe menus at affordable price points, ranging from $5 to $30. This is the perfect opportunity to re-discover long-standing local favorites and explore new neighborhood flavors without breaking the bank.

“North Highland Restaurant Week is a true celebration of the incredible dining talent we have right here in our neighborhood,” said Katie Voelpel, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Virginia Highland District Association. “From casual bites to upscale dining, our participating restaurants are crafting unique menus that showcase why this area is a top destination for food lovers in Atlanta.”

Kick-Off Event: The Morningside Wine Walk

The culinary celebration officially begins with the Morningside Wine Walk on Sunday, November 9, from 2–5 p.m.


Attendees are invited to wine, dine, and unwind with an afternoon of pours, shopping, live music, and even adult crafts throughout Morningside Village. Each ticket includes wine tastings at participating shops, a commemorative glass, and a guaranteed good time.

Tickets for the Wine Walk are available for purchase at:
https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=22347

Plan Your Dining Adventure


Diners are encouraged to visit https://www.virginiahighlanddistrict.com/restaurant-week to view the full list of participating restaurants and explore the special menus. Planning a dining route using the interactive Google map ahead of time is highly recommended to ensure you don’t miss a single bite!


Participating Restaurants include:
● Atkins Park Restaurant
● Osteria 832
● Truva Turkish Kitchen
● Ela
● Rosa Cantina
● Mali Thai Restaurant
● Whiskey Bird
● Alon’s Bakery
● Doc Chey’s Noodle House
● The Family Dog
● El Ponce
● Murphy’s Restaurant
● Highland Tap
● La Tavola
● George’s Bar and Restaurant
● Farm Burger
● Fontaine’s Oyster House
● Bar.bacoa
● Yakitori Kona
● La-MooN

About North Highland Restaurant Week


North Highland Restaurant Week is an annual event showcasing the diverse and dynamic dining scene of Virginia Highland and Morningside Village. The event encourages both residents and visitors to support local businesses while enjoying special, accessible pricing for a limited time.

FRIGHTS, FEASTS AND FAMILY FUN AS AMORE E AMORE’S NIGHTMARE ON HIGHLAND RETURNS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 8/20/25

Two Months of Over-the-Top Dining, Haunted Nights, and the Countdown to October 31

Family-Friendly and Adults-Only Reservations Now Available  

The countdown to Halloween is officially on at Amore e Amore, and this year, it’s creeping in earlier than ever. Beginning on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, and running through the entire month of October, the beloved ristorante will once again transform into a haunted hideaway for its annual Halloween-themed pop-up, A Nightmare on Highland, complete with eerie décor around every corner, spine-tingling treats, specialty cocktails, and sinfully delicious Italian fare crafted by Professor Giovanni himself.

Throughout the season, guests can reserve a table Tuesday through Sunday to dine among ghosts, ghouls, and over-the-top Halloween décor. Themed menus and hauntingly festive cocktails set the tone for evenings where indulgent Italian feasts meet spooky spectacle.

As October winds toward its most haunting nights, Amore e Amore takes the theatrics up a notch. The month-long spectacle builds to two back-to-back weekends designed for every kind of reveler—whether it’s little goblins on the hunt for candy or grown-ups looking to toast the witching hour with cocktails and costumes.

On Saturday, October 25, and Sunday, October 26, family-friendly festivities kick off at 4 p.m. Kids 12 and under are invited to show off their most hair-raising looks in a festive costume contest while digging into a spooktacular kids’ menu, priced at $29.95 per child. Little ghouls and goblins can enjoy pizza bites and meatballs, along with child-sized portions of fan-favorites like cheese ravioli, fettuccine alfredo, and spaghetti and meatballs.

Then, as the moon rises on Halloween night, it’s time for adults to raise spirits and take part in a haunted celebration like no other. On Friday, October 31, 2025, revelers 21 and up are summoned for a devilishly indulgent, adults-only evening. Guests can enjoy a four-course prix fixe menu for $125 per person, plus alcohol, tax, and gratuity, with seatings between 8 and 8:45 p.m. The night promises bone-chilling cocktails, a spellbinding set from a live DJ, a roaming magician, and a high-stakes costume contest brimming with prizes, praise, and plenty of boos and booze right up to the witching hour.

For more information or to make a reservation for A Nightmare on Highland, visit www.amoreeamore.com or call 404-600-2176. Amore e Amore is conveniently located at 467 N Highland Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30307. Stay connected on Facebook and Instagram at @eatamoreatl.

RING IN THE HOLIDAY’S AT VIRGINIA HIGHLAND’S WINTERFEST

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/27/28

Virginia Highland’s Winterfest returns on Dec. 13-14, bringing holiday cheer to one of Atlanta’s favorite neighborhoods. 

The weekend kicks off Friday evening with the Tour of Lights Block Party on Arlington Place, featuring real-life reindeer, the brightest lights in the neighborhood, carnival games, a live band, and festive food and drinks. 

Saturday starts with the Jingle Jog, a 2.2-mile fun run down Lanier Blvd. Participants in festive costumes will ring in the season with jingling bells. Kids under 12 run for free, and race bibs offer discounts at local restaurants Doc Chey’s and Osteria 832. 

Following the jog, the Holiday Parade fills Lanier Blvd with holiday floats, characters, live music, and candy for the crowd. The parade leads into the main event, the Winterfest Gift Market, featuring over 70 local vendors selling handcrafted art, jewelry, and gifts. The festival area includes a Kids Corner that offers family-friendly attractions, including bounce houses, face painting, and free crafts. 

Make Winterfest a highlight of your holiday season! As one Virginia Highland resident shares, “we love this event! What a great way to celebrate the holiday season, bring the community together, and highlight some talent in the neighborhood.” 

For more information about Winterfest and its full schedule, visit the official website. 

NORTH HIGHLAND RESTAURANT WEEK DEBUTS NOVEMBER 10-15

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/21/24

Virginia Highland District Announces Special Menus at Local Restaurants, November 10-15, 2024 

The Virginia Highland District Association (VHDA) is excited to announce the debut of North Highland Restaurant Week, happening from November 10 to 15, 2024. During this event, participating restaurants will offer specially curated menus at $5, $10, and $20 price points, providing a fantastic opportunity to discover new dining spots or revisit beloved favorites at unbeatable prices. 

“We’re thrilled to bring back Restaurant Week to the Virginia Highland District,” said Katie Voelepel, Executive Director of VHDA. “This event not only highlights the incredible culinary scene we have here but also helps support our local businesses.” 

For details on participating restaurants and their menus, visit the Virginia Highland District website at virginiahighlanddistrict.com/restaurant-week. 

Stranger Than The 80s Pub Crawl 2019

Date: Saturday, June 29th

Time: 4 pm

About: It’s a perfect storm of 80s costuming sci-fi horror craziness! Come June 29th, it’ll be time to pay homage to several fandoms – the 80s – horror – and Stranger Things…all wrapped up into one awesome event produced by Markster Con (costumes HIGHLY encouraged!). This fun and unique event will encompass multiple pubs in Atlanta’s Virginia-Highland, as well as an 80s based costume contest and different 80s-based photo opss with 80s themed shots/drinks (included with registered attendees packages). All registered attendees will also receive a shot/drink ticket redeemable per participating pub (5 total) at Diesel Filling Station (registration, 4-8pm), Limerick Junction Irish Pub, Neighbor’s Pub, Tiki Iniki, and Dark Horse Tavern. Exclusive themed shots include Mind Bender at Limerick Junction, Eleven at Tiki Iniki, Demogordon at Dark Horse, D30 at Neighbor’s, and The Upside Down at Diesel. Beyond the shots a each pub, you’ll get with each ticket, 1.25″ collectible STRANGER THAN THE 80s pin, Stranger Living Room scene (photo op), and ET on bike (photo op) – TENTATIVE. Tickets are $25.

More Information:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stranger-than-the-80s-pub-crawl-atlanta-ga-tickets-56012172917