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Get Fired Up for the Fourth of July at These Atlanta Restaurants

Revelers are invited to celebrate America’s birthday to the fullest while donning their best red, white and blue attire at some of Atlanta’s hottest restaurants. Featuring week long specials at STK Atlanta, BeltLine brunches at TWO urban licks and PARISH, All-American specials at Dantanna’s and Atlanta Track Club’s Official Post Peachtree Road Race Party at Park Tavern, partygoers can raise their glasses high to another year of Independence.

Take a Steakation During Fourth of July Week at STK Atlanta

Patriotic partygoers are invited to celebrate America’s birthday all week long at STK Atlanta with themed, mouthwatering dining and imbibing specials. Located in the heart of Midtown, dine in style and enjoy a red, white and blue steak topping featuring lobster tail, blue corn tortilla and garlic cream for $17.76, Watermelon Margaritas and Blue Gin Sours. On Thursday, July 4th, revelers can enjoy all day specials featuring $2 to $8 bites, half priced specialty cocktails and $10 Justin Cabernet and Vievite Rose. Diners that make a reservation between Monday, July 1, 2019 and Sunday, July 7, 2019, will receive a $25 dining credit available for an a la carte dinner when the reservation is booked in advance online at www.stksteakhouse.com/STEAKcation. STK’s full dinner menu will also be available. For more information or to make  a reservation, visit  https://stksteakhouse.com/venues/atlanta 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. Stay connected on Twitter and @eatstk #stkatlanta.

Celebrate the Fourth of July at PARISH With a

Red, White and Blue BeltLine Brunch

Brunch lovers can get an early start to their Fourth of July festivities at The Neighborhood Café and Brasserie at PARISH’s Red, White and Blue brunch on the Atlanta BeltLine on Thursday, July 4, 2019. Featuring an all-star menu created by Executive Chef Chavez Hernandez, brunch goers can get patriotic and celebrate Independence Day with favorites like the American Breakfast – scrambled eggs, a choice of country  sausage or applewood  smoked bacon, grits or potatoes and a biscuit; The Burger – two patties, Swiss cheese, bacon jam, lettuce and house cut fries; Chicken and Waffles – fried chicken, blueberry waffle, Sriracha butter and  peanuts, and much more.  With  inspired, familiar American food, an inventive beverage program, and warm hospitality, The Neighborhood Café will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and The Brasserie will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. PARISH will be closed for dinner. For more information or to make reservations, call 404.681.4434 or visit parishatl.com. Parish is located on the Atlanta Beltline at N. Highland Ave. Atlanta, GA 30307 and boasts a dog-friendly patio.. Stay connected on Twitter at @parishATL and Instagram at @ParishInmanPark and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/pages/ParishFood-and-GoodsInman-Park.

Enjoy American Brunch Fare at TWO urban licks This Fourth of July

Celebrate the Fourth of July over a fiery Red, White and Blue brunch at TWO urban licks on Thursday, July 4, 2019 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Conveniently located on the Atlanta BeltLine and with a newly renovated patio, revelers can enjoy creative American cuisine including signature favorites like the Salmon Chips, Brisket Hash, Pimento Cheese BLT and Sophia’s Biggie Doughnut created by Executive Chef Michael Bertozzi along with handcrafted brunch cocktails like the Bloody Maria, Fresh Peach Bellini, Micheladas and more.  TWO urban licks will be closed for dinner. 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.

Head To Dantanna’s For All-American Fourth of July Specials

With two convenient locations, Dantanna’s is celebrating the Fourth of July with classic All-American specials. Guests can nosh on a mouthwatering BBQ Pork Plate featuring shredded pork shoulder, house-made barbecue sauce, Texas toast, fried onion and  coleslaw, or a  half  rack of St. Louis rib,  served with fresh corn on the cob at the Downtown location located inside the CNN Center. The Buckhead location will be serving a Beef Brisket Plate with house-made barbecue sauce, Texas toast, fried onion and  coleslaw, and fall-off-the-bone Baby Back Ribs. The expansive wine, beer and cocktail menu will also be available at both locations. 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 visit  www.dantannas.com  or call 404.760.8873 for Dantanna’s Buckhead and 404.522.8873 for Dantanna’s Downtown.  Stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @dantannas.

Park Tavern Hosts the Atlanta Track Club’s

Official Post Peachtree Road Race Party

After crossing the finish line, Atlanta Track Club members are invited to cool down after the AJC Peachtree Road Race’s at Park Tavern in Piedmont Park on Thursday, July 4th. Located on the Atlanta BeltLine in the heart of Midtown, runners can refuel and snack on power bagels, fresh fruit and other delicious breakfast treats courtesy of Einstein Bros. Bagels from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Members ages 21 and up, are also invited to cool down and sip on one complimentary Yuengling Light Lager. Capturing all the fun, 680 The Fan will be on-site broadcasting the live race. To enter the Post-Race Member Party, each Atlanta Track Member must present a member key fob, a neon yellow wristband provided by the Atlanta Track Club or a race number bib printed with the words ‘Post Race Party’. Non-members are invited to register on Tuesday, July 2nd or Wednesday, July 3rd at the Peachtree Health & Fitness Expo. Ages 21 and up must bring an ID. Ages 20 and under are allowed to attend the post-race celebration when accompanied by an adult. 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.

July 3, 2019
Let Freedom Ring! Where to Celebrate the Fourth of July in ATL

Fourth of July festivities are right around the corner and some of Atlanta’s favorite local haunts are gearing up to celebrate the stars and stripes. From a fiery brunch on the BeltLine at TWO urban licks and PARISH, to a celebration before the fireworks at City Winery, an All-American menu at Dantanna’s and much more, revelers can celebrate Independence Day in a number of unforgettable ways throughout the city.

Join City Winery for a Patio Party Before the Fireworks

Before fireworks light up the sky across Atlanta, City Winery at Ponce City Market is hosting a 4th of July party on its expansive patio from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. A family-friendly event where dogs are welcome, the popular urban winery, restaurant and intimate music venue invites guests to enjoy a fun-filled day featuring live music with Sailing to Denver and Ivory Williams, festive food specials and more.

In addition to the full menu, Executive Chef Nick Anderson is firing up the Big Green Eggs and cooking made-to-order pizzas for $16. He’ll also be serving a special BBQ basket for $20 that includes a full rack of spare ribs, potato salad, broccoli salad and cornbread. Four-legged patrons can also get in on the Independence Day festivities and sink their teeth in City Winery’s Canine Cuisine menu while slurping up dog-friendly wines including CharDOGnays, ZinfanTails and MalBarks. Partygoers can also snack on house-made sweet or savory popcorn during the patio party and pick up a wine growler and healthy hiya snacks to go when it’s time to watch fireworks. Historic 4th Ward Park is just across the street.

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. In addition, stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @citywineryatl and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/citywineryatl.

Head to Dantanna’s for All-American Fourth of July Specials

Dantanna’s is celebrating Fourth of July with classic All-American specials including hotdogs, hamburgers, potato salad, and more. Hungry diners can even nosh on a BBQ Pork Plate, featuring shredded pork shoulder, house-made barbecue sauce, Texas toast, fried onion and coleslaw, or a half rack of St. Louis ribs served with fresh corn on the cob. Dantanna’s full menu, featuring additional American classics from steaks and burgers to salads and seafood, will also be available.

Dantanna’s Buckhead is located at 3400 Around Lenox Rd NE #304, Atlanta, GA 30326 and Dantanna’s Downtown is located at 1 CNN Center #269, Atlanta, GA 30303. For more information visit www.dantannas.com or call 404.760.8873 for the Buckhead location or 404.522.8873 for the Downtown location. In addition, stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @dantannas.

Celebrate the Red, White and Blue on the BeltLine at PARISH and TWO

Get a head start on Fourth of July festivities at The Neighborhood Café and Brasserie at PARISH and TWO urban licks with a special brunch. Featuring a hearty and flavorsome menu created by Executive Chef Chavez Hernandez, brunch lovers can get patriotic and celebrate Independence Day with favorites like the American Breakfast – scrambled eggs, a choice of country sausage or applewood smoked bacon, grits or potatoes and a biscuit; The Burger – grass fed beef, benton’s bacon jam, dijonaise, grilled onion, cheddar and house cut fries; Chicken and Waffles – fried chicken, blueberry waffle, Sriracha butter and peanuts, and much more at PARISH.

With inspired, familiar American food, an inventive beverage program, and warm hospitality, The Neighborhood Café will be open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and The Brasserie will be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. PARISH will be closed for dinner. For more information or to make reservations, call 404.681.4434 or visit parishatl.com. PARISH is located at N. Highland Ave. Atlanta, GA 30307. Stay connected on Twitter at @parishATL and Instagram at @ParishInmanPark and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/ParishFood-and-GoodsInman-Park.

Hungry revelers can also visit TWO urban licks for a fiery July 4th brunch created by Executive Chef Michael Bertozzi. Available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., guests can take advantage of classics such as the Two Eggs Any Style – crispy brunch potatoes and hickory smoked bacon; Crispy Chicken Biscuit – scrambled eggs, sausage gravy, buttermilk biscuit, and brunch potatoes; Eggs Benedict – smoked hog, poached eggs, charred onion hollandaise, and brunch potatoes, and much more at TWO.

Open only for brunch on July 4th, TWO will be closed for dinner. To make a reservation, call 404.522.4622 or visit twourbanlicks.com. Located at 820 Ralph McGill Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30306. In addition, stay connected on Twitter at @2urbanlicks and Instagram at @TwoUrbanLicks and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TwoUrbanLicks/.

Park Tavern Hosts the Atlanta Track Club Official Post Peachtree Road Race Party

Atlanta Track Club members and patrons alike can enjoy a post AJC Peachtree Road Race celebration at Park Tavern on July 4th. Revelers can refuel and nosh on power bagels, fresh fruit and other signature breakfast dishes courtesy of Einstein Bros. Bagels. Capturing all the fun, 680 The Fan will be on site broadcasting a live show. To cool down, members that are ages 21 and up will receive a complimentary Yuengling Light Lager.

To enter the Post-Race Member Party, each Atlanta Track Member must present a member key fob, a neon yellow wristband provided by the Atlanta Track Club or a race number printed with the words ‘Post Race Party.’ Non-members are invited to register on Monday, July 2nd or Tuesday, July 3rd at the Peachtree Health & Fitness Expo. Ages 21+ must bring an ID. Ages 20 and under can attend the post-race celebration when accompanied by a parent. 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 Instagram, Snapchat and Twitter @parktavern.

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July 2, 2018
Our Southern Girl in South America

This Fourth of July weekend, I had a lot of cheese. OK, not real cheese, because if you’ve ever been to South America, you’d know they haven’t mastered the art of cheese yet. I’m talking about sentimental cheese; standing in the middle of a crowded house party discussing how great America is kind-of-cheese.

As an English teacher, it’s been pretty easy to make other American, English-teacher friends. Isn’t it funny? I came here to submerge myself in a foreign culture, yet I yearn to speak my own language with other natives. This was one of those occasions. A friend of mine from Houston decided that since Chile wouldn’t be recognizing July 4, and we would all surely be homesick this weekend, he would throw a party at his tiny 15th floor apartment. Our job was to bring a “very American” dish to share.

As you can imagine, there was a lot of meat: homemade corn dogs, chicken wings, ribs and Carolina barbecue. I brought a cake in the shape of an American flag, with blueberries as the stars and strawberries as the stripes. When it was time for the cake, everyone hushed their chatter and wiped their meaty mouths. My Texan host made quite a scene of this cake. I was blushing.

Hundreds of thousands of Chileans and tourists flocked to Santiago for Lollapalooza Chile to see such American acts as Kanye West, The Flaming Lips and The Killers. Also note the Coca-Cola sign in Spanish at the concert.

Next thing I know, I was standing in the middle of an apartment in Santiago, Chile, belting out the lyrics and high notes to the star-spangled banner with 40 other English teachers. It was loud, it was off-pitch, it was probably a little obnoxious for his neighbors, but it was the most American I’ve felt in awhile.

In all seriousness, one of the most important things I’ve gathered from this journey is a greater appreciation of home. Not just because it’s what I’m used to.

Yes, I miss the convenience of Target and Jewish bagel delis, but more than anything, I am so grateful that I get to call myself a citizen of a country that most other countries are striving to be. Although Chile stays true to its Latin American roots, the fashion, music, pop culture, and even architecture are all trying to be chameleons of American style.

A stark contrast between old Italian and new American-style architecture in historical Plaza de Armas.

Amidst the incredible amount of change Chile has experienced in the last 40 years, there are still many aspects of Chilean society that remind me how lucky I am to be a “gringo”. One of the issues that students are protesting now is their right to free education. Upward mobility is nearly impossible in Chile, because students who go to public schools and universities typically don’t get hired into high-paying positions. It’s a relentless cycle that, in the United States, would never be tolerated.

I saw no fireworks this weekend. They are illegal here. I wasn’t on a boat in a lake in North Georgia, and I didn’t get to eat a slice of watermelon. This is my first Fourth of July that I’ve spent away from home. But to my surprise, it was also my most meaningful.

[author] [author_image timthumb=’on’]https://prettysouthern.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/ChelseaCook.jpg[/author_image] [author_info]Chelsea Cook is a journalist from Atlanta teaching English in Santiago, Chile. Check back each week to PrettySouthern for more of Chelsea’s adventures South of the Equator.[/author_info] [/author]

July 4, 2011
Fourth of July Fun

Fourth of July weekend is here! If you’re looking for some fun ideas to celebrate America’s Independence, we’ve got you covered. Atlanta’s got a bunch of fun cooking especially over at Rosebud. Come in for “Red, White & Blue” Brunch on Sunday , July 3 decked out in Red, White and Blue attire, and get yourself a free glass of Ellen’s July 4th Sangria. On Monday, July 4, their new enterprise The Family Dog will be hosting its first annual Whiffle Ball & Flip Cup Tournament. Please check out their website for details.

PrettySouthern has got y’all covered on ideas for the ultimate Fourth of July picnic courtesy of our contributor Kat. Her inspiration board shows the sweetest finds for hosting a perfect party.

1. A striped sailor top gets added flair an oversized red poppy pin by EmersonMade. This brand puts a fresh, modern spin on classic American style.

2. Whether in your backyard, at the pool, or at a local restaurant, any event you are hosting gets an instant face-lift with a printed menu. Create and print yours at home or use a local print shop and then place one at each seat for an elegant touch.

3. Paper lanterns and tons of outdoor string lights are a must for any outdoor summer party.

4. Simple and festive tomato-mozzarella mini sandwiches are easy to make and serve. Add a patriotic ribbon to dress up these simple bites.

5. Another breezy outfit by EmersonMade, the pinstripe jumper will take you from pool to party in no time.

6. Setting the table will be quick and elegant with this red striped cotton tablecloth from Anthropologie.

What are y’all up to this Fourth of July? Feel free to comment below or join our Facebook group .

July 2, 2011