Writing and Photography
There is a restaurant on Marietta Square that stands out thanks to a rather poetic name from an old nursery rhyme. The Butcher the Baker’s name also is notable for the lack of the ampersand or plus sign that has become an Atlanta restaurant cliche.
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Milkshakes are delicious, refreshing and fun to drink — a perfect summertime diversion. Take a look at menus around Atlanta, and you’ll find that the soda fountain classic never seems far from the minds of locals. From towering architectural marvels to simple, hand-spun treats, milkshakes are popular at a wide variety of restaurants around town.
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Dish of the Week: Shrimp Roll at Watchman’s Seafood and Spirits
In the world of seafood, the lobster roll is like a gifted athlete — it’s so naturally good that it doesn’t have to try hard to beat most competitors. The humble shrimp roll, by comparison, isn’t perceived as a high-flyer.
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For the AJC’s recent review of Ammazza, I was able to take photos of some excellent pizza and their gorgeous new interior.
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“Every culture has its own version of soul food.” Chef Deborah VanTrece learned this lesson first-hand in her global travels and made it part of her own cooking philosophy. VanTrece says she believes that soul food, wherever it’s from, is really about welcoming visitors to the table. Continue reading “Twisted Soul chef Deborah VanTrece takes global approach to soul food”
For the AJC’s recent review of Daniel Reed’s Public Kitchen & Bar at Phipps Plaza, I was able to photograph a few dishes and the restaurant’s beautifully decorated space. Continue reading “AJC Restaurant Review: Public Kitchen & Bar”
Dish of the Week: Boerewors sandwich at the Whelan
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For the AJC’s recent review of the White Bull on Decatur Square, I was able to take photos of some extremely seasonal summer dishes. I ate the chicken liver toast, which was delicious and plated in an absolutely beautiful way. Continue reading “AJC Restaurant Review: The White Bull”
Dish of the Week: L’Inimitabile Gelato at Amorino
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The secret menu item is irresistible to diners, restaurateurs and journalists alike. It takes a variety of forms, such as the off-menu Meat Stick at One Eared Stag, an open secret for years now. Sometimes it’s offered in limited quantities, like the original burger at Holeman & Finch, where tightly controlled supply drove demand to unusually frenzied heights. In other restaurants, it’s an unlisted mashup of items already found on the menu. This system was made famous by In-N-Out Burger but can be found locally at the Vortex. Continue reading “Secret no more: An insider’s guide to hidden menus in metro Atlanta”