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Sip, Shop and Celebrate the Season at UNOde50 for a Great Cause

On Thursday, December 13th from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., shoppers are invited to descend upon the UNOde50 store at Lenox Mall in Buckhead to sip, shop and mix and mingle for a great cause.

Benefiting Doggies on the Catwalk Foundation, a non-profit organization which educates and provides service dogs for children and adults with physical disabilities or other special needs, the holiday soiree is co-hosted by E. Vincent Martinez, Veronica Flam and Rich Valladares.

Guests are invited to enjoy complimentary cocktails, bubbly, bites, the sound stylings of DJ Dillion Maurer and more. Founded in Madrid and featuring stunning and timeless pieces for both women and men, guests will also be the first to explore the distinctive jewelry brand’s new holiday collection, Back From the Stars.

The event is free to attend by RSVPing to RSVP@carenwestpr.com.

UNOde50, a Spanish jewelry brand, was founded in the late 90’s with a design concept that offered a different point of view. One that was exclusive, unique and limitless. The brand set out to unveil a revolution in which the techniques and processes of traditional jewelry-making would be used in the name of creativity.

Today, UNOde50 is present in over 42 countries with more than 100 stores in main cities around the world, including: Toronto, Madrid, Rome, Milan, Berlin, New York, Miami, Tokyo, Moscow and Paris, keeping its philosophy of exclusiveness through a highly crafted production process. For more information, visit www.unode50.com. UNOde50 is located in Atlanta on the upper floor of Lenox Mall at 3393 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326.

December 12, 2018
Ring In The New Year With Yacht Rock Revue At Park Tavern In Piedmont Park

Let the countdown begin as Park Tavern gets ready to ring in the New Year on Monday, December 31, 2018 with an all-inclusive celebration featuring live music from Yacht Rock Revue and a live DJ spinning all night long in the Piedmont Room.

Yacht Rock Revue

Beginning at 9 p.m., partygoers are invited to enjoy an open bar of premium liquor, beer, wine and champagne from Coors Light, Blue Moon, Miller Lite, Crispin Original, Finlandia, Sland Irish Whiskey, El Jimador Tequila, Jack Daniels and Winter Jack, along with a range of tasty offerings a including hors d’oeuvres, tacos, sliders, fresh sushi, and s’mores.

At midnight, guests will be treated to a champagne toast and can dive into a breakfast buffet that includes Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, breakfast burritos, and much more. General Admission tickets are available for $125 for ages 21 and up and the Ultimate VIP Experience tickets are available for $200 and include champagne, oysters, sushi and wagyu beef from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. and the Yachty New Year’s Eve Party from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Finally, ror more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.parktavern.com or call (404) 249-0001.

December 12, 2018
Ring In 2019 At STK Atlanta’s Moët & Chandon New Year’s Celebration

This New Year’s Eve, join Midtown’s sexiest steakhouse for an unforgettable New Year’s celebration on Monday, December 31, 2018. Known for its high-energy atmosphere and exceptional, signature and seasonal offerings, STK will take luxe to the next level during its…

New Year’s Eve Moët & Chandon Celebration!

Not only are partygoers invited to enjoy a selection of seasonal specials created by Executive Chef Thomas Mikesell from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., but they can also take advantage of a three-hour premium open bar beginning at 9 p.m. Revelers are invited to dance the night away to a live DJ performance and will be treated to complimentary New Year’s Eve party favors, a champagne toast at midnight, and much more.

General Admission tickets, including a 3-hour premium open bar experience, is available for $95 per person. For a more exclusive experience, partygoers can take advantage of the Moët & Chandon Champagne Ice Impérial option that includes a 750ML Bottle and a dinner reservation for two guests for $150 per person; the Moët & Chandon Champagne Magnum Bottle experience that includes a dinner reservation for four guests for $225 per person; or the Moët & Chandon Champagne Public School Limited Edition Bottle experience that includes a dinner reservation for four guests for $325 per person.

Tax and gratuity are not included in any package. The event is for ages 21 and up and tickets are available by visiting bigtickets.com. For more information, visit STK Atlanta online at stkhouse.com. STK Atlanta is located at 1075 Peachtree Street in Midtown Atlanta on the corner of Peachtree and 12th Streets in the 12th & Midtown development. Stay connected on Twitterand Instagram at @eatstk#stkatlanta.

December 11, 2018
Eat, Drink and Be Merry At City Winery Atlanta This Holiday Season

City Winery Atlanta, a restaurant, urban winery, private event space and intimate music venue, is celebrating the holiday season with an array of opportunities for all tastes and budgets, including a monthly free book club; a girl’s night out with sips, painting and socializing; a free screening of the timeless classic A Christmas Story; a New Year’s bash; a new, seasonal menu and much more.

Book lovers are invited to explore author Taylor Jenkins heart-wrenching and mesmerizing novel, Seven Husbands of Eleanor Hugo, at Posman Books and City Winery’s December Books & Booze club on December 18th. Featuring lively discussions among fellow readers, the event will be hosted by Marc Stiles, Posman Book’s General Manager, and will feature a themed Literary Libation. City Winery’s expansive wine, cocktail and craft beer offerings will also be available. Literature lovers can purchase their copy of the monthly selection from Posman Books for the December Books & Booze event. Starts at 7 p.m. The event is free to attend.

On December 20th, City Winery presents the next rendition of its wildly popular explorer series, City Wine Explorer: Portugal. An evening of wines paired with gourmet creations, guests will take a tour of Portugal while sampling five different wines from some of the country’s most famous regions. From the rugged and majestic Duoro Valley, through the cosmopolitan capital of Lisbon, to the island of Madeira off the African coast, wine lovers will discover that Portugal is more than just fortified wine. The event starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $35, plus applicable fees.

Who’s ready to dress like a deranged Easter Bunny? For the second year in a row, City Winery is welcoming all ages to a free matinee screening of the beloved holiday classic, A Christmas Story. Whether it’s Black Bart, that Farkus kid, or Ralphie in the iconic pink bunny costume, guests are encouraged to dress for occasion for the chance to win their very own Leg Lamp. A festive ‘You’ll Shoot Your Eye Cocktail’ made with coconut milk, cinnamon, vanilla and rum will be offered in addition to the full cocktail, wine and craft beer menu. The free screening will take place at 12 p.m. on December 22nd. RSVP to reserve a spot.

Cheers to the New Year at City Winery! Atlanta Wine Festivals is returning for the second year in a row to the popular urban winery to host an unforgettable bash on Monday, December 31st from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. The all-inclusive, high-energy party will feature a premium buffet, spirits, beer, and fantastic wine options for revelers. Guests can also dance the night away as they prepare to ring in 2019 with live music from Coast Guard and a DJ. General Admission tickets are $99 advance and $109 after December 22nd and $119 the day of the event. VIP tickets are also available and include an 8 p.m. entry and access to exclusive VIP bars for $139 advance and $149 after December 22nd. VIP ticket are not available the day of the event. Tickets are on sale now and available for purchase.

Just in time for the season, City Winery has also unveiled a new culinary menu. While autumn takes over Atlanta and the holidays arrive, hungry diners can explore rich, robust fall-inspired dishes, featuring vegan, vegetarian and gluten free offerings, while taking advantage of the urban winery’s expansive wine list, which includes a diverse selection of house-made varietals by Atlanta’s only winemaker, Travis Green.

City Winery is located at 650 North Avenue NE, Suite #201, Atlanta, GA 30308. The phone number is 404-946-3791. For more info, visit www.citywinery.com/atlanta.

December 10, 2018
Stroll, Skate & Sip at Park Tavern’s Ugly Sweater Stroll This Weekend

Partygoers are invited to don their ugliest holiday sweaters during Park Tavern’s Ugly Sweater Stroll through Piedmont Park on Saturday, December 8, 2018. Featuring holiday fun for the whole family from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., guests can enjoy hot toddies, s’mores, DJ NAKD spinning holiday jams, photo stations, free ice skating at The Rink Powered by Pepsi and much more.

Stroll, Skate , Sip, Repeat

Revelers and runners alike are encouraged to get creative with their holiday attire, because Park Tavern will be awarding prizes to the Best Ugly Sweater, Best Ugly Sweater Couple, Best Ugly Sweater Pup and Best Ugly Sweater Family. The Ugly Sweater Stroll is open to all ages and it’s dog-friendly. Strollers are welcome. Tickets are available for $5 and include entry, entertainment, ice skating at The Rink and a signature cocktail for guests ages 21 and up. Elves under 21 will receive a complimentary cup of hot chocolate. To purchase tickets, visit www.parktavern.com.

Park Tavern, a favorite neighborhood bar, restaurant, brewery and events facility, is located on the Atlanta BeltLine 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. Stay connected on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/ParkTavern and on Instagram, Snapchat and Twitter @parktavern.

December 7, 2018
Where to Boozy Brunch on Sundays in Atlanta

Hallelujah! Let there be boozy brunch. It’s time to talk sunrise and booze time, because Atlanta restaurants are now permitted to sell alcoholic beverages beginning at 11 a.m. on Sundays.

And since brunch without booze is just a boring breakfast, what better way to begin Sunday Funday than with a Bloody Mary or classic Mimosa? Now, diners and imbibers have the perfect excuse to head hot spots like PARISH, TWO urban licks, Dantanna’s, City Winery and Bistro Off Broad and explore mouthwatering brunch offerings including boozy treats like a build your own mimosa bar, bottomless Bloody Marys, wine flights, refillable growlers and much more.

Rise and Shine with a Southern-Style Brunch at PARISH

Brunch enthusiasts are encouraged to grab the crew and celebrate Sunday Funday to the fullest with mouthwatering brunch bites created by Executive Chef Chavez Hernandez of PARISH. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., hungry diners can visit one of Atlanta’s top brunch spots and nosh on sweet and savory options such as the American Breakfast, the Bacon and Cheese Omelet, Shrimp and Grits, decadent French Toast, a Sweet Potato Cinnamon Roll, while sipping on Miracle on Highland’s Holiday Bloody, Christmas Mimosa, Jingle Balls Nog much more.

PARISH: The Brasserie and Neighborhood Café is located at 240 North Highland Avenue in Atlanta, Ga. For reservations and more information, call (404) 681-4434 or visit parishatl.com. Stay connected on Twitter at @parishatl and Instagram at @parishinmanpark and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/parishatl/.

Enjoy American Brunch Fare, Boozy Hangover Treats & More at TWO urban licks

Rise, shine and brunch at TWO urban licks, the nationally acclaimed restaurant conveniently located on the Atlanta BeltLine. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., revelers can bring their friends and enjoy signature dishes such as the Salmon Chips, Brisket Hash, Eggs Benedict created by Executive Chef Michael Bertozzi, while sipping on handcrafted brunch cocktails like the Bloody Maria, Fresh Peach Bellini, Micheladas and more.

TWO urban licks is located at 820 Ralph McGill Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30306. To make a reservation, call (404) 522-4622 or visit twourbanlicks.com. Stay connected on Twitter at @2urbanlicks and Instagram at @twourbanlicks and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TwoUrbanLicks/.

Enjoy a Build Your Own Mimosa Bar & Bloodies, Bubbles and Brunch at Dantanna’s

Imbibers and diners alike are invited to fill up on a brunch of champions at Dantanna’s Buckhead from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Patrons can dive into the new brunch menu created by Executive Chef Brad Parker and nosh on mouthwatering offerings like Eggs Dantanna’s Style, Crab Cakes and Benedict, Cured Salmon-Avocado Toast, while sipping on the ultimate brunch libations, including the Weekend Wake Up, Aperol Spritz, the Build Your Own Mimosa Bar, and mimosa flights.

Dantanna’s Buckhead is located at the Shops Around Lenox, 3400 Around Lenox Rd NE #304, Atlanta, GA 30326. For more information, visit www.dantannas.com or call (404) 760-8873. Stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @dantannas and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/dantannas/.

Get Refreshed Outside the City at Bistro Off Broad in Winder

Switch up the normal brunch routine and take a day trip outside the city to Winder, Georgia to Bistro Off Broad. Featuring fresh local farm ingredients, Executive Chef Alex Friedman is known for his weekend brunch feasts including the La Boucherie and Eggs, Huevos Rancheros, Farmers Scramble and much more. Imbibers looking to take brunch up a notch can celebrate the weekend while sipping on Bottomless Mimosas, Bellinis and Bloody Marys.

Brunch is served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Bistro off Broad is located at 16 E. Candler Street in Winder, GA 30680. For more information, visit www.bistrooffbroad.com or call (678) 963-5517. Stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @bistrobroad and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Bistro-Off-Broad.

Swish & Swirl During Brunch at City Winery

City Winery, a restaurant, urban winery, private event space and intimate music venue, has unveiled a new brunch menu just in time for the season. Located in bustling Ponce City Market, the popular Atlanta destination is now serving Atlantans and visitors alike a bevy of mouthwatering brunch dishes perfect for fall and winter. While the leaves are changing, City Winery invites guests to explore rich, robust autumn dishes, such as traditional items like the City Winery Breakfast — 2 Eggs Cooked to Order, Home Fries, Chicken Sausage and Toast; Corned Beef Hash — Poached Egg, Butternut Squash, Hollandaise; Hearty Vegetable Omelette — Roasted Vegetables, Cheddar Crème Fraîchee, Sautéed Swiss Chard, Mixed Field Greens, Roasted Potatoes and more created by Executive Chef Mario Manzini.

While taking advantage of the urban winery’s expansive wine list, which includes a diverse selection of house-made varietals by Atlanta’s only winemaker, Travis Green, imbibers can also take advantage of City Winery’s extensive wine list, including wines on tap, wine flights, and wines available by the glass, bottle, and refillable take home growler, handcrafted cocktails created by Beverage Director JR Smith, frosty beers and much more. For more information or to make a reservation, visit www.citywinery.com/atlanta or call 404-946-3791. City Winery is located at Ponce City Market, 650 North Ave NE, Suite #20,  Atlanta, GA 3038. Stay connected on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook at  @citywineryatl.

December 6, 2018