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Atlas Announces Julien Gobin as Assistant General Manager

Atlas is pleased to announce Julien Gobin has been promoted to Assistant General Manager. Gobin most recently served as Manager of Atlas and offers a wealth of experience in restaurant kitchen management. A native of France, prior to joining the Atlas team, Julien served as Assistant General Manager at Brio Tuscan Grill and has successfully helped lead teams in Hungary, South Carolina and Georgia. As Atlas’ Assistant General Manager, Gobin aims to exceed guest expectations while offering unparalleled culinary service and unforgettable dining and imbibing experiences.

Restaurant owners and managers may improve or upgrade their restaurants by purchasing and investing in decor and equipment from restaurant liquidation sites. They may also consider a netsuite implementation for food and beverage to help them manage most if not all aspects of their operations.

Assistant General Manager, Julien Gobin

Located within the St. Regis Atlanta, Atlas celebrates the very best in seasonal American cuisine combined with European influences created by Executive Chef Christopher Grossman. Guests can revel in a fine dining experience in the dining room or take advantage of The Tavern featuring chef-driven small plates menu and hand-shaken cocktails. With a focus on curating fresh ingredients from local farms, this chef-driven restaurant brings unparalleled culinary experiences to the capital of the South.

Atlas also recently welcomed back its acclaimed art installation featuring 30 pieces from esteemed artists including Foujita, Monet, Chagall, Modigliani and Soutine. The restaurant’s impressive gallery of 20th century artwork is from The Lewis Collection. For more information, visit atlasrestaurant.com. In addition, stay connected on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter at @AtlasBuckhead.

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May 21, 2018
Grant Park Conservancy Awarded The Opportunity To Be A Part Of Park Pride’s Esteemed Visioning Program
Grant Park Conservancy is one of two organizations in the City of Atlanta that have been awarded the opportunity to be a part of Park Pride’s esteemed Park Visioning Program centered around community-supported design, education and open dialogue.

Led by professional landscape architects on Park Pride’s staff, the Park Visioning Program will guide the Conservancy and Grant Park stakeholders and residents through a process that will turn the community’s vision for approximately eight acres of the southeast corner of the park into a conceptual master plan.

“As we celebrate the park’s 135^th anniversary this year, we could not think of a better time to officially kick-off our efforts with Park Pride and its Visioning Program. The process will enable everyone to work together and present a unified voice as we plan as a community for the park’s future,” says Michelle Blackmon, Grant Park’s Conservancy Executive Director.

The Conservancy, along with a steering committee of community members assembled to help guide the process, has announced the dates for the community input sessions for those interested in being a part of this exciting project.

Community Input Sessions:
- Sunday, June 10^th, 10 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. – Walk the project site and discuss “big ideas” for the area. The site includes the section of the Boulevard parking lot. The lot is not part of the Grant Park Gateway Project through Ft. Walker and down to Atlanta Avenue.
- Meet at Ft. Walker, intersection of Boulevard and Atlanta Ave. Rain location: The Circus School, 575 Boulevard SE.
- Wednesday, July 11th, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Participate in a design workshop. The Circus School, 575 Boulevard SE.
- Saturday and Sunday, August 25^th and 26^th – all day. Stop by the visioning booth at the Grant Park Summer Shade Festival to give feedback on preliminary design proposals.
- Saturday, September 22^nd, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Participate in a review of the final concept design. The Circus School, 575 Boulevard SE.
Furthermore, for more information, visit www.gpconservancy.org/park-pride-visioning-grant
May 14, 2018
Where to Treat Mom This Mother’s Day in Atlanta

When it’s time to celebrate moms and show her how much she means to us, Atlanta’s top dining spots provide an array of options, from special brunches to delectable dinners, to ensure Mother’s Day will be deliciously unforgettable.

Atlas Offers Complimentary Bubbly for Moms

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a special dinner at Atlas. Moms will be treated to a complimentary glass of bubbly and are invited to enjoy a spectacular three-course prix fixe menu for $65 per person created just for the occasion by Executive Chef Christopher Grossman and Pasty Chef Christian Castillo. The full chef-driven dinner menu, which changes daily, will also be available. Atlas also recently welcomed back its acclaimed art installation featuring 30 pieces from esteemed artists including Foujita, Monet, Chagall, Modigliani and Soutine. The restaurant’s impressive gallery of 20th century artwork has been hand-selected from The Lewis Collection, one of the largest private art collections in the world. Located within the St. Regis Atlanta, Atlas celebrates the very best in seasonal American cuisine combined with European influences. With a focus on curating fresh ingredients from local farms, this chef-driven restaurant brings unparalleled culinary experiences to the capital of the South.

For more information or to make a reservation, visit atlasrestaurant.com. Located at the St. Regis Atlanta at 88 West Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30305. In addition, stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @AtlasBuckhead and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/AtlasBuckhead/.

City Winery Celebrates Mother’s Day With a Custom Wine Bottle and Jazz & Blues Brunch

On Sunday, May 13th, patrons can visit City Winery for special Mother’s Day celebration featuring jazz, blues, and a plethora of food and drinks. Guests can take advantage of an à la carte brunch menu in the venue, as well as live entertainment from Julie Dexter and special guest Kebbi Williams. For those unfamiliar, Julie Dexter is a soulful jazz vocalist and winner of the Afro Caribbean Soul of Jazz Award at the Black Women in Jazz Awards. She has shared the stage with artists such as Jill Scott, Ledisi, and Maxi Priest (who will be performing at City Winery on June 26th). Kebbi Williams can be seen playing with Outkast, Mos Def, Bilal, Derek Trucks, and many others.

As if that wasn’t enough, City Winery has also added a extra special treat just for moms. Available for purchase during the show (as well as throughout the day in the restaurant) will be a custom-labeled “Happy Mother’s Day” bottle of a 2017 rosé of syrah. The bottle can be purchased at City Winery for $20. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., and the show is from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets for City Winery’s Jazz & Blues Brunch are available for $20, tax, fees and and gratuity are not included. Located at 650 North Avenue NE, Suite #201, Atlanta, GA 30308. For more information on City Winery, call 404-946-3791 or visit www.citywinery.com/atlanta.

STK Atlanta Treats Moms to a Boozy Brunch

STK Atlanta is taking Mother’s Day to the next level on Sunday, May 13, 2018. Open from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m just for the occasion, Midtown’s sexiest steak and seafood house will be treating moms to a specialty brunch including signature dishes such as: King Crab Benedict — Poached Eggs, Cajun Hollandaise; Steak & Legs — Dry-Aged Strip, Eggs, Breakfast Potatoes; Lobster and King Crab Omelet — Caviar, Small Salad or Potatoes; Short Rib Hash & Eggs — Poached Eggs, Cajun Hollandaise, Wild Salmon — Pea Purée, Torn Herbs, Truffle, and much more.

Moms can also take advantage of STK’s selection of hand-selected champagnes, wines, signature cocktails and just time in for spring. STK will also be serving specialty boozy frozen beverages. Of course, STK’s regular menu featuring reimagined classic American  cuisine with signature dishes like bite-sized Lil’ BRGs made with Wagyu beef,  Lobster Mac & Cheese, seafood platters, and array of cooked-to-perfection filets, mouthwatering sirloins, and delectable sides will also be available.

For more information or to make a reservation for the Dining Room, visit http://togrp.com/venue/stk-atlanta/ or call 404-793-0144. Located at 1075 Peachtree Street in Midtown Atlanta on the corner of Peachtree and 12th Streets in the 12th & Midtown development. Also, stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @eatstk #stkatlanta.

Park Tavern in Piedmont Park’s Mother’s Day Brunch

On Sunday May 13, 2018, Park Tavern will once again host an unforgettable Mother’s Day brunch on its expansive patio overlooking picturesque Piedmont Park. One of its most popular annual events, guests can celebrate Mom while enjoying an exuberant buffet that features chef-attended omelet, French Toast and carving stations in addition to traditional favorites like Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon, Applewood-smoked bacon and sausage, cheese grits, sweet potato soufflé, assorted muffins, biscuits, and rolls, salads, and much more.

Brunch is $34.95 for adults, $14.95 for children 7 years and older, and free for children 6 years and under. This price includes an assorted brunch, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages – all in the perfect setting overlooking Piedmont Park and the Midtown skyline. At 7 p.m., families can also take advantage of Park Tavern’s summer concert series, Sunset Sessions, featuring free, live music performances from the The Get Right Band and more.

Located in the heart of Midtown on the corner of 10th Street and Monroe overlooking Piedmont Park and the Midtown skyline. For more information, visit www.parktavern.com or call 404-249-0001. In addition, stay connected on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/parktavern and on Twitter and Instagram at @parktavern.

Dantanna’s Offers Bottomless Mimosas and Free Dessert This Mother’s Day

With two convenient locations, Buckhead and Downtown, Dantanna’s is celebrating moms this Mother’s Day with a special treat. On Sunday, May 13th, moms are invited to enjoy a brunch menu created just for Mother’s Day by Dantanna’s very own Chef Monique Barrow, along with a complimentary dessert. As if that wasn’t enough, moms can also take take advantage of bottomless mimosas from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., while enjoying a delectable brunch.

The Buckhead location will also have it’s full brunch menu available, which includes favorites like: Shirred Eggs in Tulips – two eggs baked in crepes with Maine lobster, shrimp and crawfish in brandy-lobster cream sauce; served with asparagus; Three Little Pigs – fried Niman Ranch pork scallopine, griddle honey ham and apple wood smoked bacon on toasted Kaiser bun with dijon aioli; and Oysters Rockefeller and Eggs – two poached eggs on flash fried oysters and Sambuca creamed spinach topped with sauce hollandaise and chopped apple wood smoked bacon.

Dantanna’s Buckhead is located at the Shops Around Lenox, 3400 Around Lenox Rd NE #304, Atlanta, GA 30326. Dantanna’s Downtown is located at 1 CNN Center #269, Atlanta, GA 30303. Also, for more information visit www.dantannas.com or call 404.705.8873. Also, stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @dantannas.

Photo Booths, Brunch, Dinner & More with Concentrics Restaurants!

What does Mom always want? A current family photo, of course! This Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13th, Concentrics Restaurants will be featuring a complimentary photo booth at TWO Urban Licks, TAP, The Brasserie at PARISH, ROOM at Twelve, and ALLORA during brunch to capture the moment. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., guests will be able to print off photos, and even add them to their favorite social media sites at no cost. For more information, visit their website.

TWO urban licks Serves a Fiery Mother’s Day Brunch

Moms and hungry guests can visit TWO urban licks for live music and a fiery Mother’s Day brunch created by Executive Chef Michael Bertozzi from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Located conveniently on the Atlanta BeltLine in the Old Fourth Ward, families looking for a later celebration can also take advantage of a special Mother’s Day dinner that will be served from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

To make a reservation, call 404.522.4622 or visit twourbanlicks.com. Located at 820 Ralph McGill Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30306. Also, stay connected on Twitter at @2urbanlicks and Instagram at @TwoUrbanLicks and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TwoUrbanLicks/.

Head to TAP for Brunch or Dinner with Mom

Whether brunch or dinner is her style, TAP has moms covered this Mother’s Day. The standout Midtown spot known for seasonally-driven, innovative comfort food, its extensive international beer list and innovative barrel wine program is hosting a special brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, May 13th. To make a reservation or for more information call 404.347.2220 or visit tapat1181.com. Located at 1180 Peachtree St. Atlanta, GA. Also, stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @TAPat1180 and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/tapat1180.

Mom Can Start Her Day with Brunch at The Brasserie at PARISH

Head to The Brasserie at PARISH to get an early start on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13th. Featuring a mouthwatering menu, brunch lovers can celebrate Mom from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. With inspired familiar American food, an inventive beverage program, and warm hospitality, PARISH will also be serving a Mother’s Day dinner from 5:30 to 9 p.m.

For more information or to make reservations, call 404.681.4434 or visit parishatl.com. Located at N. Highland Ave. Atlanta, GA 30307. In addition, stay connected on Twitter at @parishATL and Instagram at @ParishInmanPark and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/pages/ParishFood-and-GoodsInman-Park.

Treat Mom to a an Italian Meal at ALLORA

ALLORA is offering moms a delectable brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 pm. this Mother’s Day. Also, ALLORA is going to feature an array of specials created just for the occasion from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Located in the TWELVE Hotel Midtown at 361 17th Street NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30363. Complimentary valet up to three hours and two hours free parking in the parking deck are available. For more information or to make a reservation, call 404.961.7370 or visit www.alloraatl.com. In addition, stay connected on Twitter and Instagram @alloraatl and on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/alloraatl.com.

Give Mom a Day on the Town at ROOM at Twelve

This Mother’s Day, ROOM has whipped up a specialty brunch to make Mom feel as extraordinary as she deserves. Brunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dinner will be served from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. To make a reservation, call 404.418.1250 or visit roomattwelve.com. Located at 400 W Peachtree St, Atlanta, GA 30308. In addition, stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @roomattwelve and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/roomattwelve/.

Southern Kitchen’s Expert Mother’s Day Gift Picks

Looking for that little something extra to make Mother’s Day even sweeter? The entertaining experts of Southern Kitchen, have picked their must-have products available on their new online shoppe that features a variety of goods from well-known national brands and small niche brands to artisans and makers from around the South.

Mud Pie Copper & Marble Cheese Set. This cheese set is beautiful and who doesn’t need more cheese knives?

Mud Pie Tea Towel. Who doesn’t love tea towels with sayings? Something about them make the kitchen seem even more welcoming and homey. This top pick says “Nothing brings people together like good food.” In addition, you may also want to try using imabari bath towels when bathing as these are gentle on the skin and offers superior absorbency.

Hammer Stahl 12-inch Stainless Steel Skillet. This stainless steel skillet is the right size to make steaks or sautee up a bunch of veggies for the family! Made in Tennessee, this is also a favorite.

Staub Cast Iron Tomato Cocotte. We love the pop of red and it’s the perfect size for a small family. Perfect for lighter soups and sauces, it can serve as a cooking tool all summer long!

Celina Mancurti Linen napkins. For the moms that love gingham, we suggest these blue linen gingham napkins that are handcrafted in the South. Classic yet informal, they are perfect for outdoor barbecues and casual brunches.

Southern Kitchen, a digital lifestyle brand part of Cox Media Group, was created to share the stories, recipes and heritage of Southern food and culture in today’s South. Also, for more information, visit www.southernkitchen.com.

Check Out the Chastain Park Spring Arts & Crafts Festival This Mother’s Day

The Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival will return on Saturday, May 12 and Sunday May 13, 2018. An ideal spot to take Mom this Mother’s Day, the award-winning, two-day festival features painters, photographers, jewelers and more. Produced by the Foundation for Public Spaces, event goers can view artist demonstrations. They can also enjoy live entertainment, and participate in hands-on activities.

The festival will also have a children’s area, food trucks, beverages and a small stage for live acoustic music performances. The festival is free to attend, open to all ages, and dogs are welcome

May 11, 2018
Atlanta Community Food Bank’s Simple Abundance Class with Concentrics

Looking for something different to get Mom this Mother’s Day? Treat her to a one-of-a-kind culinary experience at the Atlanta Community Food Bank’s Simple Abundance Class hosted by Concentrics Restaurants. The class is on Monday, May 14, 2018 at 6:30pm at The Cook’s Warehouse in Midtown.

Executive Chef Michael Bertozzi

Attendees can to learn tips from Executive Chef Michael Bertozzi of TWO urban licks and Executive Chef Matt Weinstein of TAP. Participants will learn how to prepare cast iron searing steaks, which includes how to select a steak and a quality cast iron pan and how to sear and baste steaks.

Executive Chef Matt Weinstein

Additionally, participants will learn how to make loaded baked potato Parisian gnocchi along with French Crullers. The dessert will have with the same pate a choux dough that is the base of the gnocchi. Concentrics Managing Partner Todd Rushing will also be on hand to discuss wine pairings that will complement the dishes. Eager to learn participants will also have the chance to win tasty door prizes. Tickets are available starting at $85 per person and can be purchased at www.acfb.org/events/cooking-concentrics-mothers-day-simple-abundance-class. For more information, visit www.acfb.org.

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

May 10, 2018
Luxury Garage Sale’s Expert Tips for Consigning
Popping up in Inman Park until May 15, 2018, Luxury Garage Sale, is inviting fashion-loving Atlantans to take advantage of a true ‘luxe for less’ boutique experience featuring stand-out designer clothing, handbags, shoes, and accessories for women, one-on-one styling, full-service consignment services, and more.

Not only does this womens clothing boutique offer shoppers a curated collection of high-end designer consignment including top-selling brands like Hermès, Chanel, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton, along with boutique overstock at up to 90% off retail prices, but their team of style experts also makes personal house-calls to help consignors vet their pieces and appraise them for those looking to consign new or lightly used luxury items. From pickup to payout, the Luxury Garage Sale team provides a personalized experience, making consignment fun, as well as lucrative. You can also check out Cortney Fletcher’s eCom babes course cost if you’re thinking about starting your own online boutique.

With spring finally here, it is an ideal time to clean out the closets, repurpose goods, benefit the environment and make the biggest bang for your buck while doing so. Sharing in the ins and outs of the process, the team of experts and stylists at Luxury Garage Sale, have whipped up some easy-to-follow tips to pay attention to when it comes to consigning.

Luxury Garage Sale’s Expert Tips for Consigning:

Why Consign?
- There’s cash in your closet! Consigning offers you the chance to make money off the pieces you’re not wearing or using.
- Up-cycling and repurposing goods benefits the environment.
- Consigning with LGS is risk-free. Our pricing experts make recommendations based on the current resale market but nothing is priced without the consignor’s approval.
- Luxury Garage Sale offers industry-leading commissions of up to 80%, in cash.
- LGS pay out our consignors 10 days after an item sells and now is the best time to consign with our multiple retail stores, on-going pop-ups, and e-commerce site. Fully-Verfied offers the complete protection for all the transaction and also has been trusted by many users for a long time.
- LGS offer consignors a trusted avenue for reselling their goods, with over 10 years of experience in designer resale.
Those interested in consigning with Luxury Garage Sale can enjoy a hassle and stress-free process where each and every consignor can take advantage of their premium service. Consignors have the option to drop off at any one of the boutiques or pop ups, no appointment necessary. If you’re looking to compare Amazon product prices, visit hoteudeals.com.

Or, Luxury Garage Sale can also schedule a complimentary, in-home pick up. LGS also has the option of sending a pre-paid shipping label that consignors can use to mail items to any LGS location. Taking the risk of out of shopping designer consignment by ensuring each and every item sold is guaranteed authentic, the team of in-house experts reviews each item in a thorough, multi-point inspection for condition, pricing and most importantly authenticity. If your watch suddenly stopped ticking, expert watch repairs in Utah should be able to identify and fix the issue.

Additional consigning information can be found at www.luxurygaragesale.com. For specific questions or a list of accepted brands email, consign@luxurygaragesale.com.

Luxury Garage Sale Store Front

Located at 240 N Highland Ave NE, Ste. C-2, Atlanta, Georgia 30307 at the North Highland Steel Apartments & Shops just off the Atlanta BeltLine and close to an array of favorite popular dining and shopping destinations. The Atlanta pop-up will be open from April 15th through May 15th. Monday through Friday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Finally, for more information on Luxury Garage Sale, visit www.luxurygaragesale.com.

Finally, for other happenings around Atlanta, visit https://prettysouthern.com/.
May 8, 2018
A Peachy Cocktail – Atlas’ Peach Julep Recipe

Looking for the perfect summer cocktail? Atlas, located inside the St. Regis Hotel in Buckhead, created a version of a julep that has complexity and balance while still being light and refreshing.

Instead of steeping the fruit with the bourbon, the freshness of the peach flavor is captured in a more modern fashion through vacuum sealing the fruit with the Maker’s Mark. By infusing the bourbon with peaches, you can get a more consistent fruit flavor from first sip to last, without adding too much viscosity. It is perfect for a warm Georgia afternoon.

Atlas’ Peach Julep

Ingredients:
· 2 oz Peach-Infused Maker’s Mark*
· 3/4 oz Peach Syrup
· 1/4 oz Lemon Juice
· 2 Dashes of Peach Bitters
· Mint Leaves
· Peach Slices for Garnish

Method:
Muddle mint leave and peach syrup in a cocktail shaker; add bourbon, lemon, and ice. Shake well. Double strain into a Julep cup that has been packed with crushed ice. Garnish with Peach slices and fresh mint.

Peach Syrup Recipe:
In a small saucepan, place one cup of water, one cup of granulated sugar and one peach, thinly sliced. Bring to a boil over medium heat, reduce heat to low and simmer 30 minutes. Strain first through a wider mesh such as a china cap, pressing peaches to extract all juice, then double strain through fine mesh.

*To infuse Maker’s Mark Bourbon with peach; estimate one ripe peach per cup of bourbon. Slice peaches and cover in bourbon in a vacuum seal bag. Vacuum seal and let sit one day.

Finally, for more information or to make a reservation, visit atlasrestaurant.com. Atlas is located at the St. Regis Atlanta at 88 West Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30305. You can also stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @AtlasBuckhead and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/AtlasBuckhead/.

May 5, 2018