Billy Jack’s BBQ And Shrimp Co. Hits Westside Atlanta [Openings]

Hot on the heels of a new hibachi restaurant (the just opened Sakura Stix), a new barbecue joint is set to open in Westside.  The Bunyan-esc Billy Jack’s BBQ and Shrimp Co. is currently in the final build out stages over at 857 Collier Rd.  In addition to sharing the lot with Sakura Stix, Billy …

Black Tie Barbecue Gets A Lunch Spot [Openings]

Don’t let the name full you, Black Tie Barbecue is more than just a barbecue catering service.  In fact, they are more than just a full-service caterer.  Since their inception, the quadrapedal team has served up a full array of grub.  However, the business has grown beyond that of a traditional caterer and into a …

Sugar Sugar Says: “Let Them Eat Cake”

I’d like to think that I do a pretty good job of discovering cool things around the Atlanta food scene.  However, when I stumble upon someone who has roughly twice the following than I do, I must admit that I don’t really feel like stumbled across anything super underground. In these cases, I just feel …

Staplehouse & Atlanta Supper Clubs Continue To Draw Crowds

Supper clubs aren’t new.  Supper clubs in Atlanta aren’t new.  What is new is all the mainstream attention being dolled out on these underground dining destinations.  While the inertia behind every supper club can be as unique as the food served up, almost all of them carry an absolute truth:  to give people a chance …

Chef Todd Annis Of Bold American Catering: Inside The Chef’s Kitchen #12

Chef Todd Annis has definitely earned his knives.  As the current head of Bold American Catering, Annis is in charge of the catering arm of Fifth Group Restaurants.  Prior to that, he spent time slinging pans at places like Carbo’s Café, Araxi, and the much discussed but now defunct Rainwater.  If you’ve ever snacked on …

Holeman And Finch Baked Goods Are At Savor Specialty Foods

Ah… last night was a good night.  Amongst the many jewels of information that were passed around, I found out that a complete lineup of goods from Holeman & Finch Bakery are served up at nearby Savor Specialty Foods.  Here’s the breakdown: Approximately a month ago, H&F Bakery closed its doors to the public.  However, …

More May Openings: Village Cafe, Emerald Coast Coffee, & Bistro In A Box All Get Dirty

April showers bring May restaurant openings?  Sure … sounds good to me.  Remember to check the May Dirty List for the most up to date information. Village Cafe In Smyrna So this one is confusing … word from various internet posts is that Village Cafe is scheduled to open in Smyrna.  The address is listed …

Fox Bros Bar-B-Q (BBQ) Restaurant Review – Little Five Points, Atlanta, GA

Overall:[rating:1.5] Folks in these parts tend to have very strong feelings about their barbeque.  I guess that rings true throughout the South.  Whether you find yourself in Kansas City, Memphis, the Baby Blues (Carolina country), or the great state of Georgia, you are likely to find a bevy of opinions as to which style reigns …

Gaston Lenôtre has passed away.

As reported via a variety of media outlets, famed French Chef Gaston Lenôtre passed away on January 8, 2009.  Chances are that if you’ve eaten sweets or if you’ve eaten at a French restaurant, then you have seen his influence. Lenôtre revitalised the pâtisserie, a French bakery known for sweets, and established a world renowned …