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Sips Up This National Mai Tai Day with TWO urban licks Mai Tai Slushy
Revelers are invited to sip into the summer season and celebrate National Mai Tai Day to the fullest with TWO urban licks’ Mai Tai Slushy on Sunday, June 30, 2019. Combining light, dark and overproof rum, lime juice, orange curaçao, orgeat and water, the boozy libation will cool down guests after a leisurely stroll on the Atlanta BeltLine or a rousing game of bocce ball on TWO’s spacious outdoor patio.

TWO urban Licks’ Mai Tai Slushy Recipe

Ingredients
- 2 Parts Light Rum
- 2 Parts Dark Rum
- ½ Part Overproof Rum
- 1 Part Fresh Lime Juice
- 1 Part Orange Curacao
- 1 Part Orgeat
- 1.5 Part Water
Directions
1. Using a refractometer, adjust Brix (measurement of sugar in an aqueous solution) to 14 degrees.
2. Add water to lower Brix, grenadine or simple syrup if higher Brix needed.
3. When desired sugar content is achieved, add ingredients and set machine to freeze.
4. Garnish with pineapple spear, lime wedge, umbrella or anything fun.
5. Serve and enjoy!
Hungry diners can also nosh on Executive Chef Michael Bertozzi’s larger than life fiery menu including Salmon Chips, Baked Oysters, Tuna Poke, Hush Puppies and much more. To make a reservation, call 404.522.4622 or visit twourbanlicks.com. Two Urban Licks is located at 820 Ralph McGill Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30306. Stay connected on Twitter at @2urbanlicks and Instagram at @TwoUrbanLicks and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TwoUrbanLicks/.
June 30, 2019
Where to Celebrate & Make Pour Decisions on National Repeal Day in Atlanta
Sip Sip Hooray! On Wednesday, December 5th, also known as National Repeal Day, imbibers have the perfect excuse to visit local haunts and enjoy libations such as Atlas’ Winter Warmer, STK Atlanta’s Peppermint Prosecco, Dantanna’s Espresso Old Fashioned, and City Winery’s Mullin’ It Over. And, as if that was enough, revelers can also cozy up at home and toast to the occasion with these easy-to-follow winter cocktail recipes that are ideal for the holiday season.

Atlas’ Winter Warmer created by General Manager Eleanor Parker
- 1oz mezcal
- .75 Captain Morgan
- .25 Grand Marnier
- .75 lemon
- .25 vanilla syrup
- .25 Cocchi Torino Vermouth
- .25 spiced apple shrub
Directions:

Mix ingredients and place in glass. Top with hot water and garnish with orange wheel and star anise.

For more information, visit atlasrestaurant.com. Stay connected on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter at @AtlasBuckhead.

STK Peppermint Prosecco
- 5oz Prosecco
- 1oz peppermint liquor
- 1 Chocolate Bar
- 3 Candy Canes
Directions:

Rim champagne flute with melted chocolate. Finish rim with crushed candy cane. Garnish with mini candy cane.

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 Twitter and Instagram at @eatstk #stkatlanta.

Dantanna’s Espresso Old Fashioned
- 1 1/2 ounces Knob Rye
- 1 shot of espresso
- 1/4 ounce simple syrup
- 2 dashes orange bitters
- 2 dashes chocolate bitters
- Garnish with orange twist
Directions:

Combine Knob Rye, espresso, simple syrup, orange bitters and chocolate bitters in a mixing glass. Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass over one large ice cube, or cubed ice. Garnish the cocktail with an orange twist.

For more information visit www.dantannas.com or call 404.705.8873. Stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @dantannas.

City Winery’s Mullin’ It Over
- 1 bottle of dry red wine
- 1 orange, zested
- 8 dried cloves
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 dried star anise
- 4 Tbsp honey4 oz. brandy
Directions:

Add all ingredients to stockpot and heat over low. Be careful not to boil. Continue simmering for at least 30 minutes. Strain and serve garnished with an orange slice and cinnamon stick. This recipe works great in a crock pot.

For more information, call (404) 946-3791, or visit citywinery.com/atlanta. City Winery Atlanta is located at Ponce City Market, 650 North Ave NE, Suite #201, Atlanta, GA 30308. Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and on Twitter.
December 3, 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.

Finally, for other happenings around Atlanta, visit https://prettysouthern.com/.
June 28, 2018
STK Atlanta Offers New Rush Hour Happy Hour Menu
Known for its high-energy atmosphere and exceptional, signature and seasonal offerings, STK Atlanta is taking happy hour to the next level this spring.

Available every day from Monday through Friday from 5 to 7 p.m., Midtown’s sexiest steak and seafood house will be hosting a new Rush Hour Happy Hour featuring wallet-friendly specials created by Executive Chef Andrea Montobbio including:
- $5 Crudité
- $6 Crispy Bacon served with Balsamic BBQ and Pickled Red Onion
- Loaded Tater Tots served with Bacon Cheddar Cheese Chives
- $7 Lil BRG’s; and Fried Oysters served with chef’s signature remoulade sauce.
Revelers can also enjoy music provided by a local DJ and take advantage of $5 craft beer, $6 wine and $7 cocktails specials including house favorites such as Cucumber Stiletto, Strawberry Cobbler and Not Your Daddy’s Manhattan.

~ STK’s RUSH HOUR MENU ~

$5 Crudité, Raw, Seasonal Vegetables, Served with House Dipping Sauce

$6 Oysters, Crispy Bacon Served with Balsamic BBQ Sauce and Pickled Red Onion, Loaded Tater Tots served with Bacon Cheddar Cheese Chives

$7 Speciality Cocktails

For more information or to make a reservation, visit STK Atlanta’s website or call 404-793-0144. STK Atlanta is located at 1075 Peachtree Street in Midtown Atlanta 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/.
March 16, 2018
5 Essential Cocktails That Will Add A Little Excitement To Your Valentine’s Day Plans

Whether it’s champagne, tequila or rum, revelers can add a little boozy excitement to their Valentine’s Day plans with these five essential cocktail recipes. From Atlas’ Temptation, ONE. midtown kitchen’s Any Other Name, TWO urban licks’ Two Punch, Dantanna’s Bleeding Heart and Southern Kitchen’s Cupid’s Cranberry Fizz, these tipsy treats will have everyone feeling feisty this Valentine’s Day.

Atlas’ Temptation

Ingredients:

1/4 oz Yellow Chartreuse

1/2 oz Creme de Cassis

2oz Silver Tequila

1oz Lime Juice

1/3 oz Fresh Ginger Syrup

1 Egg White

3-4 Dashes Angostura Bitters

Instructions:

Add all ingredients except egg white and bitters to a shaker and shake with ice. Strain into a clean shaker, also add egg white, and dry shake vigorously. Double strain into a coupe. Finally, garnish with a freeze dried raspberry and add your Angostura Bitters design.

Located within the St. Regis Atlanta, Atlas celebrates the very best in seasonal American cuisine combined with European influences. For more information, visit atlasrestaurant.com. Also, stay connected on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter at @AtlasBuckhead.

ONE. midtown kitchen’s Any Other Name

Ingredients:
1 oz Lemon Juice
1 oz Rose Syrup
Champagne
Instructions:
Combine rose syrup and lemon juice, shake and strain into a coupe. Top with champagne and garnish with a rose petal.

For more information or to make a reservation, call ONE. midtown kitchen at 404.892.4111 or visit www.onemidtownkitchen.com. Furthermore, ONE. midtown kitchen is located at 559 Dutch Valley Rd, Atlanta, GA 30324. Also, stay connected on Twitter at @OneMidtown, on Instagram at @OneMidtownKitchen and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ONEmidtownkitchen/.

TWO urban licks’ Two Punch

Ingredients:

2 Parts Fruity Red Wine

3/4 Part Silver Rum

3/4 Part Cognac

1/4 Part each of Pineapple Juice, Cranberry Juice and Blueberry Juice

1/16 Triple Sec or to taste

Garnish with Lime Wheel

Instructions:

Combine fruity red wine, silver rum, cognac, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, blueberry juice and triple sec into a shaker tin. Shake and strain into a glass over ice. Finally, garnish with a lime wheel and enjoy!

To make a reservation, call 404.522.4622 or visit twourbanlicks.com. TWO urban licks is 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/.

Dantanna’s Bleeding Heart

Instructions:

1 1⁄2 oz Sauza Tres Generaciones Plata

4 oz Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice

1⁄2 oz Filthy Black Cherry Syrup

Instructions:

Combine Sauza Tres Generaciones Plata and fresh squeezed orange juice into a shaker tin with ice. Shake, then pour into a rocks glass. Finally, drizzle the Filthy Black Cherry Syrup over the top and garnish with an orange slice and black cherry.

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. For more information or to make a reservation visit www.dantannas.com or call 404.760.8873. Also, stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @dantannas.

Southern Kitchen’s Cupid’s Cranberry Fizz

Serves: 6

Hands On Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour and 0 minutes

Ingredients:

1 Cup Water

1 Cup Sugar

2 Pods Star Anise

1 Teaspoon Kosher Salt

1/4 Cup Cranberries Angostura Bitters

1 Bottle chilled sparkling wine, such as Prosecco, Cava or Champagne

Instructions:

In a small saucepan, combine the water, sugar, star anise and salt, and bring to a simmer over medium heat. While the syrup is heating, use the tip of a paring knife to pierce the center of each cranberry, if you do not have one of this knives you can buy it at https://viebelles.com/. Add the cranberries to the syrup mixture, reduce the heat to low, and gently poach until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the heat, transfer the syrup mixture to a medium bowl and refrigerate until cold. Place four cranberries in the bottom of each Champagne flute, along with a barspoon of the syrup. Finally, add three dashes of bitters to each flute, then top with sparkling wine and serve.

For more information, visit www.southernkitchen.com. Also, stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @southkitch, and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SouthernKitchen/.

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

February 13, 2018
Top 5 Valentine’s Day Gift Picks From Southern Kitchen
When we think of Valentine’s Day we think of sinful treats, dinner dates, and of course, gifts!

Afterall, they are one of the five languages of love.

Ashley Twist Cole, entertaining expert and Editor in Chief of Southern Kitchen, has picked her top five gifts for that special someone this Valentine’s Day, which are available on their new online shoppe that features a variety of personalized valentines gifts from well-known national brands and small niche brands to artisans and makers from around the South. Looking to make Valentine’s Day even sweeter? You can also send cookies for valentine’s day to your loved one.

Here’s Ashley’s favorite easy-to-make Valentine’s Day cocktail recipe: “Cupid’s Cranberry Fizz” .

Check out ‘Southern Kitchen’s Top 5 Valentine’s Day Gift Picks’ for your special someone:

#1. Zassenhaus Kitchen Timer in Red – Stop (the timer) in the name of love. This retro red timer is magnetic, just like you to your sweetheart.

#2. Hoffmaster Woodworks Folding Wine Table – Romantic picnic for two, anyone? This hand-carved table handmade in North Carolina sticks into the ground and folds out to reveal two perfectly sized hoes for securing two wine glasses and a full table of wine. Lightweight and easy to tote.

#3. Southern Kitchen 10-Piece Starter Combo – Give the gift of the kitchen to the one you love with our starter kit, including 12 pieces of cookware. This gift includes:
- 12.5″ Stainless Steel Fry Pan – Demereye 5Plus ($150 value)
- 9″ Fry Pan – Demereye 5Plus ($80 value)
- 3.5QT Saucier + Lid – Demereye 5Plus ($99 value)
- 2QT Sauce Pan + Lid – Demereye 5Plus ($89 value)
- Cangshan D-Series 3 piece Starter Set ($69 value)
- Boothill Blades 12×18 Cutting Board ($75 value – yours free!)
#4. James Handmade Kawi Coffee Pour Over Stand. Coffee is just romantic, right? These beautiful handmade pour over stands are a really nice gift for anyone who enjoys a good cup of joe.

#5. Hudson & Lee Cocktail Gift Set. The Hudson & Lee Cocktail Gift Set is the perfect gift for that cocktail connoisseur or budding mixologist. This gift box contains:
- 1 8 ounce bottle of Hudson & Lee Honey Simple Syrup
- 1 32 ounce mason jar cocktail shaker (Copper Plated)
- Deluxe flour sack bar towel (16×24)
- 2 elegant recipe cards with 4 cocktail recipes
- Elegant clear gift box
What are some of your favorite Valentine’s gifts? We hope y’all get to celebrate this holiday with your sweetheart!

Finally, for other happenings around Atlanta, visit https://prettysouthern.com/.
January 30, 2018