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Atlanta Beer Bus Offers Sunday Funday BOGO Rides
Toast to the summer with good friends and local brews because starting Sunday, June 24th, the Atlanta Beer Bus is kicking off BOGO Sundays. Available every Sunday, beer lovers that purchase one originally priced wristband for $15 will receive a second wristband for free.

The Atlanta Beer Bus is a hop-on/hop-off shuttle service that transports beer enthusiasts between Atlanta’s finest breweries. Stops include:
- SweetWater Brewing Company
- Monday Night Brewery in West Midtown
- Urban Tree Cidery
- Second Self Beer Company
- Scofflaw Brewing Co.
- Red Brick Brewing Company
- Park Tavern
- Orpheus Brewing
- Plus more fun!
June 30, 2018
PASTIS Celebrates 20 Years of Success with a Weekend of Nonstop Fun

Located in Historic Roswell, PASTIS is celebrating 20 years of success with a week of nonstop fun, events and surprises. Owned by Carla Dent, the iconic restaurant is located on bustling Canton Street and is known for its casual French bistro fare, live music offerings, commitment to the community and love for its patrons and staff. PASTIS is hosting an array of activities including nightly live music, tastings, giveaways, food and drink specials, guest appearances, charity givebacks, and much more.

Friday, June 29th

As a special thank you to the City of Roswell for its ongoing support, area residents and businesses are invited to join PASTIS for lunch between 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. and receive 25% off their meal by showing a business card or license with a Roswell zip code. PASTIS Favorite Guest Bartender Dr. Ron Redman will make an appearance behind the bar at 7 p.m. and Guest Chef Paul Williams will serve hungry patrons an array of culinary favorites from the past 20 years during lunch and dinner, while local musician Justin Borgman will entertain with another soul-stirring performance beginning at 6 p.m. All day long, wine lovers can buy one glass of Frei Brothers Wine and receive the second glass for free.

Saturday, June 30th

In honor of the 20^th anniversary, revelers can begin their evening during the Happiest of Hours boasting cocktail samplings, passed appetizers and more from 6:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. Additionally, as PASTIS looks forward to the next 20 years, Guest Chef Paul Williams will reveal the new menu for diners to explore. Photographers will be on hand taking pictures and guests can enjoy live music by popular singer/songwriter Evan Koteles, giveaways and later the Atlanta Soul Band performs from 10 p.m. until 1 a.m.

Sunday, July 1st

What better way to end a week of 20th-anniversary events than with a Bloody Mary and Champagne Brunch? From 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., guests can nosh on mouthwatering brunch and lunch offerings while sipping on $12 endless mimosas or getting creative at the build-your-own Bloody Mary bar.

Either after or before Brunch take a stroll to the local Ann Jackson or Vinings Gallery where you can enjoy a complimentary glass of PASTIS Cabernet, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, or Merlot. During the evening, diners can sink their teeth into the preview of items on the new dinner menu starting at 5:30 p.m. and take in a live jazz performance from Jabari Grover Trio from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Opening in 1998 in Historic Roswell, PASTIS is located at 928 Canton Street, Roswell, Georgia 30075. For more information, visit www.pastisroswell.com or call 770-640-3870. Stay connected and up to date about the 20^th Anniversary happenings on Facebook www.facebook.com/pastis.roswell, on Twitter @pastis928 and Instagram at @pastisroswell.

June 29, 2018
Sit & Slurp at TWO urban licks for National Mai Tai Day
Conveniently located just off the BeltLine in the Old Fourth Ward, strollers and imbibers alike are invited to sip on TWO urban licks’ Mai Tai Slushy in honor of National Mai Tai Day on Saturday, June 30, 2018.

Perfect for a gal date or a group of friends, this summertime favorite is the go-to drink to have in hand while watching or playing a rousing game of bocce ball on TWO’s spacious outdoor patio. After enjoying this tasty libation, hungry guests can also nosh on Executive Chef Michael Bertozzi’s larger than life fiery menu including Salmon Chips, Baked Oysters, Hush Puppies and much more.

TWO urban licks’ Mai Tai Slushy Recipe

Ingredients
- 2 Parts Light Rum
- 2 Parts Dark Rum
- 1/2 Part Overproof Rum
- 1 Part Each of Fresh Lime Juice, Orange Curacao, and Orgeat
- 5 Parts Water
Directions
Editor’s note–these are from the restaurant. For eveyone else, just throw the sh*t in a blender and party

Using a refractometer, adjust Brix (measurement of sugar in an aqueous solution) to 14 degrees. Add water to lower brix, grenadine or simple syrup if higher Brix needed. When desired sugar content is achieved, then set machine to freeze. Garnish with Pineapple spear, lime wedge, umbrella or anything fun for garnish. Serve and enjoy!

Located at 820 Ralph McGill Boulevard in Atlanta, Ga. 30306. For reservations and more information, call 404.522.4622 or visit twourbanlicks.com. In addition, stay connected on Instagram and Twitter at @twourbanlicks and on Facebook at Facebook.com/TWOurbanlicks.

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June 28, 2018
City Winery Celebrates Iconic Women Winemakers

On Thursday, June 28, 2018 at 7 p.m., City Winery will host an Iconic Women Winemakers event celebrating women winemakers with tastings of six different wines crafted by some of the most talented women in the industry.

Hosted by City Winery’s Assistant Winemaker, Faith Drew, certified Sommelier Briana Pope-Pettis, and Stephanie Northrup, guests are in for a delicious and educational evening. Guests can enjoy a special tasting of Faith Drew’s 2017 Stainless Steel Chardonnay, made on-site at City Winery Atlanta. Drew will also unveil for the first time her new Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.

Wine Down at City Winery!

“Winemaking has always been seen as a male-dominated industry, but really, women have been at the cutting edge of the art and science of winemaking since the beginning. We loved the idea of highlighting some of those women and their wines in a fun, educational setting,” says Drew.

The evening also includes a Q&A and mouthwatering, rustic pairings created by Chef Nick Anderson just for the occasion. Guests will also receive an exclusive offering of 10% off all wine bottles for that night only.

Tickets are $35 and available to purchase at https://citywinery.com/atlanta/iconic-women-winemakers-6-28-18.html. For more information, visit https://citywinery.com/atlanta or call (404) 946-3791.

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June 27, 2018
Shaken or Stirred? Toast to National Martini Day at STK Atlanta

Head to STK Atlanta on Tuesday, June 19th to toast to National Martini Day with the perfect Dirty Martini!

STK Atlanta’s Dirty Martini

Serving as a tasty Tuesday Boozeday cocktail, STK Atlanta’s spin on a Dirty Martini is easy-to-make and is sure to add a little pep to your step. Stopping by after work? Pair STK’s Dirty Martini with the bites from the Midtown hotspot’s latest offering: Social Hour, featuring an array of wallet-friendly food and drink specials available from $2 to $8 available every Monday through Friday from 4 to 6:30 p.m. And, as if that wasn’t enough, we’ve got a little secret news — STK is now offering Late Night Social Hour, which is the Social Hour menu available every Friday and Saturday from 10 p.m. to close.

STK Atlanta is on the corner of Peachtree and 12th Streets in the 12th & Midtown development. In addition, stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @eatstk #stkatlanta.

Finally, for other happenings around Atlanta, visit https://prettysouthern.com/.

June 19, 2018
Jeffrey Fashion Cares Celebrates 26 Years This August

Jeffrey Fashion Cares Atlanta will celebrate 26 stylish years on Monday, August 27, 2018 at 7 p.m. Considered the official kick-off to fall social season, the annual philanthropic fête founded by acclaimed retailer and arbiter of style, Jeffrey Kalinsky, will return to Phipps Plaza for an unforgettable evening that kicks off with a cocktail reception and dynamic silent auction followed by a high-energy live auction.

The evening’s pièce de résistance, a runway show featuring Kalnisky’s style selections from high-end designers, once again promises to dazzle with looks from Celine, Christian Dior, Givenchy, Calvin Klein, Dries Van Noten, Sacai, Saint Laurent Paris, Balenciaga, Christian Louboutin and Manolo Blahnik. The 2018 event will benefit Susan G. Komen Greater Atlanta, the Atlanta AIDS Fund (AAF), and the Medical University of South Carolina.

PHOTOS BY BEN ROSE

The annual social affair will once again be co-chaired by Lila Hertz, Jeffrey McQuithy and Louise Sams who will continue their mission to raise as much funds and awareness for the event’s beneficiaries as possible. Selling out year after year, guests will slip into a completely transformed and private environment in the Monarch Court at the recently renovated Phipps Plaza located in the heart of Buckhead. Last year’s event raised over $750,000 for the organizations, and in its history, Jeffrey Fashion Cares has grown into one of the largest combined AIDS and breast cancer benefits in the country. Sponsor and patron packages are currently available. Also, a limited number of single seat tickets will be on sale beginning July 16, 2018. Finally, for more information, visit jeffreyfashioncares.com.

June 11, 2018