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  • And Action! Fúdo’s Favorites for Movie Buffs and Sushi Lovers

    And Action! Fúdo’s Favorites for Movie Buffs and Sushi Lovers

    Lights, camera, SUSHI! Movie buffs and sushi lovers alike looking to have a cinematic experience with their taste buds are invited to dive into Fúdo’s film inspired menu that promises to not disappoint. Located in the heart of Chamblee, we’ve rounded up some of their A-list sushi rolls including the Legally Blonde Fried Roll, Mama Mia, Incredibles, The Hunger Games and 007 Fried Roll.

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    “Mamma Mia! Here I go again!” Bite into the Mamma Mia roll filled with crab salad, salmon tempura, and topped with langoustine, mussel, shrimp, scallop, crispy shitake, white yuzu, masago, and scallions. This sushi masterpiece is irresistible.

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    Diners will want to “bend and snap” after enjoying the Legally Blonde Fried Roll. Filled with salmon, cream cheese, cucumber, and topped with wasabi lime and white yuzu, it’s sure be a hit among sushi lovers.

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    Filled with crispy shitake, asparagus, and topped with baked eel, avocado, spicy kabayaki sauce, the Incredibles roll name says it all. The only special ability this plate has is the power to leave patrons with satisfied cravings.

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    Hopefully sushi lovers can handle chopsticks like Katniss Everdeen handles a bow and arrow. The Hunger Games roll consists of spicy tuna, fried asparagus and is topped with tuna, spicy aioli, torched jalapeño yuzu, serrano peppers, and sriracha.

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    “The name’s, Bond. James Bond.” Legendary just like his name, the 007 Fried Roll made up of spicy tuna, avocado, kani stix, shrimp tempura and topped with crab salad and kabayaki sauce is sure to take sushi aficionados taste buds on an adventure.

    Fúdo is located in Perimeter Crossing at 5070 Peachtree Blvd Suite A100 Chamblee, GA 30341, and is open from Monday to Thursday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for lunch and from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. for dinner, and on Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for lunch and from 3 p.m. to 12 a.m. for dinner, on Saturday from 12 p.m. to 12 a.m., and on Sunday from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. For more information or to make a reservation, visit www.fudoatl.com or call 678.691.7088. Stay connected on Twitter at @FudoATL and on Instagram @FudoATL.
  • Celebrate the Day of the Dead at the Inaugural Dia de Los Muertos Festival

    Celebrate the Day of the Dead at the Inaugural Dia de Los Muertos Festival

    On Saturday, November 2, 2019, Atlantans and visitors alike are invited to explore vibrant cultural traditions at the inaugural Dia de Los Muertos Festival and Parade in the historic city of Roswell, Georgia. Held on the grounds of City Hall from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., this exciting Day of the Dead celebration will pay homage to the Mexican holiday that honors those who have died with food, marigolds, dancing, music and more. 
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    Free to attend for all ages, the fun-filled day will feature an array of activities and entertainment including a live mariachi band, street performers, a Mexican ballet group, complimentary face painting and so much more.  At dusk, festival goers can light up the night during a mesmerizing Lantern Parade led by a marching band along the marigold-filled streets in downtown Roswell.  Participants are welcome to bring their own lanterns or purchase a lantern kit at the festival for $5 to $25. 
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    In addition to food vendors serving authentic Mexican cuisine, the festival will have a dynamic Tequila Tasting Experience boasting three of the top tequilas with mini shots prepared by a mixologist that will also be curating tequila cocktails for sampling, and a chef on-site creating tequila-inspired meals for tasting.  For $45, attendees ages 21 and up will receive a souvenir cup, nine tasting tokens and a raffle entry to win a Mattel Dia de Muertos Barbie Doll.  Tickets are available now at www.dayofthedeadatl.com.   
  • Toast to Halloween with STK Atlanta’s Green Goblin Cocktail Recipe

    Toast to Halloween with STK Atlanta’s Green Goblin Cocktail Recipe

    Halloween is upon us and STK Atlanta has shared a spooktacular Green Goblin cocktail that is sure to impress monsters, vixens and vamps. To learn more about classic cocktail recipes jus visit https://www.spiritlablondon.com.  Raise your glasses, because STK Atlanta’s ghostly libation promises to be unforgettable. Celebrate at STK or make it at home.  
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    STK Atlanta’s Green Goblin Cocktail Recipe:

    Ingredients: 

    • 2 slices of jalapeño
    • 4 basil leaves
    • 2.74 ounces of Vodka
    • .5 ounces of Lime Juice
    • .5 ounces of Simple Syrup

    Directions:

    1. Simply add jalapeños and basil leaves into a mixing glass.
    2. Muddle, then add vodka, lime juice, and simple syrup.
    3. Shake and strain into a martini glass, garnish with a jalapeño slice.
    4. We hope this is an eerie addition to the Halloween festivities.

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    For more information or to make  a reservation, visit  https://stksteakhouse.com/venues/atlanta or call  404-793-0144. Stay connected on Twitter and @eatstk #stkatlanta.

    For more cocktail recipes, visit https://prettysouthern.com/ .

  • Shuck Yeah! Bully Boy Announces New Fall Menu + Oyster Happy Hour

    Shuck Yeah! Bully Boy Announces New Fall Menu + Oyster Happy Hour

    Located right off the Atlanta BeltLine, Bully Boy invites Atlantans and visitors alike to dive into their new Oyster Happy Hour every Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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    Known for its  Eastern seaboard fare, seafood lovers can skip rush hour and shuck open $1 raw oysters while sipping on a nostalgic cocktail list, local and coastal craft brews and a wine program curated by Advanced Sommelier Justin Amick of Painted Hospitality.

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    Diners can also nosh on brand new dishes created by Executive Chef Michael Bertozzi and Executive Chef Matt Weinstein including Kung Pao Broccoli with pickled Thai chilis, water chestnuts, baby corn and peanuts; grilled Baby Carrots with char sui, hearts of palm, togarashi; Asian Pears with frisee, hazelnuts, edamame, orange, miso vinaigrette; Grilled Romaine with shakerag blue, house bacon, croutons, herb buttermilk dressing; Brasstown Beef Burger with Mongolian sauce, gochujang aioli, jack cheese, caramelized onions and pickles and more.

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    For more information or to make a reservation, visit www.bullyboyatl.com or call 678-904-5607. Bully Boy, the BeltLine restaurant from Concentrics Restaurants, is located at 828 Ralph McGill Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306 and opens for dinner every Monday through Sunday at 5 p.m. Stay connected on Twitter and Instagram @bullyboyatl and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BullyBoyATL.
  • Three Days of Halloween Festivities at Tongue & Groove

    Three Days of Halloween Festivities at Tongue & Groove

    Partygoers are invited to a series of wickedly sexy Halloween events at Tongue & Groove on Friday, October 25th, Saturday October 26th and Thursday, October 31, 2019. Located in the Lindberg City Center, revelers can pay homage to their favorite scary movies including Zombieland, IT and Nightmare on Elm Street by dressing to impress and dancing the eerie nights away to live music performances while sipping on cocktails.

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    Friday, October 25th – Post-apocalyptic horror film movie buffs are invited to take on the night at Tongue & Groove’s Zombieland Halloween Costume Party on Friday, October 25, 2019. Kicking the spooky festivities off at 9 p.m., guests can dance the night away to live performances by DJ Weaponz and Jay Envy in the main room and Mix Master David in the Joint Ballroom. For ages, 21 and up, General Admissions tickets are available for $20 at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/zombieland-halloween-costume-party-at-tongue-and-groove-tickets-72131927537?aff=ebdssbdestsearch.
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    “IT” Halloween Costume Party

    Saturday October 26th – Partygoers looking for a twisted thrill are invited to Tongue & Groove’s “IT” Halloween Costume Party on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at 9 p.m. Featuring a live music performance by DJ DANNY M, guests are invited to dress to impress and celebrate the spooky season in style. For ages 21 and up, General Admission tickets are available for $20 at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-it-halloween-costume-party-at-tongue-and-groove-with-dj-danny-m-tickets-72133363833?aff=ebdssbdestsearch.
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    Nightmare on Main Street

    Thursday, October 31st – Back for its 25th rendition, Tongue & Groove invites revelers to their annual Halloween bash, Nightmare on Main Street, on Thursday, October 31, 2019. The hauntingly exciting affair will begin at 9 p.m. and feature an electrifying live music performance by DJ DANNY M. Guests looking to don their spookiest or sexiest Halloween attire can participate in Tongue & Groove’s annual costume contest for a chance to win $1000. For ages 21 and up, General Admission tickets are available for $20 at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nightmare-on-main-street-halloween-costume-party-at-tongue-and-groove-tickets-72129139197?aff=ebdssbdestsearch.
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    For tickets, table pricing and information about Tongue & Groove, please visit www.tandgonline.com. Tongue & Groove is located at 565 Main Street in Lindberg City Center, just off Piedmont Road in Buckhead. Call Tongue & Groove at 404.261.2325 and stay connected online at www.tandgonline.com, on Twitter and Instagram at @toungeandgrooveatl and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/tandgonline.
  • The Next Coffee Craze! Radio Roasters Introduces Steeped Coffee Bags

    The Next Coffee Craze! Radio Roasters Introduces Steeped Coffee Bags

    Coffee connoisseurs can enjoy the power of a good cup of coffee on-the-go with Radio Roasters new single-use Steeped Coffee Bags.
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    Reinventing the way imbibers brew and drink specialty coffee, the Steeped Coffee Bags consisting of Radio Roasters’ premium Hi/Fi Blend from Colombia and Ethiopia, has guilt-free, biodegradable packaging that is fully recyclable and environmentally responsible. If you sell soap products, you should start considering switching to eco-friendly soap packaging boxes too. However, for a reliable plastic clamshell packaging option for your products, why not learn more here! Nitro-sealed, removing any oxygen that will affect flavor and quality, the Steeped Coffee Bags highlight bright, smooth and sweet berry notes in an instant when hot water is added following these three simple steps: Submerge, Saturate and Steep.
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    The longer the bag steeps, the stronger and more robust the flavor becomes, allowing coffee drinkers to create the flavor profile that best suits their tastes. And, with a six-month shelf-life, avid coffee drinkers can get their caffeine fix while traveling, camping, relaxing at home, working in the office, or any location with access to hot water.
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    Coffee drinkers can continue to experience a freshly brewed taste without sacrificing quality, freshness and convenience by purchasing the Hi/Fi Blend Steeped Coffee in 10-packs for $19.95 at radioroasters.com or at the Decatur, Georgia location, where single bags are also available for purchase. For more information about Radio Roasters, please visit radioroasters.com. For more information about Steeped Coffee, please visit steepedcoffee.com.