http://www.chow.com/boards/77 Fri, 30 Apr 2010 20:21:03 GMT Keep track of the lastest threads on Chowhound http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/849018#7341219 Thanks for the information. I will give it a try! pbgirl Tue, 15 May 2012 21:50:27 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/849018#7341219 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/849256#7340839 The defining characteristic of eastern NC style isn't the texture or whether its presauced. (virtually all NC bbq is chopped fairly fine, sometime almost pulverized, and presauced, although in the western part of the state it is also traditionally available "coarse" chopped or sliced) The defining characteristics of eastern style is (1) that it is whole hog, and (2) the sauce, which is usually just vinegar, red pepper flakes or dried chili flakes, salt, pepper and maybe a little brown sugar. Western or Lexington style uses only the shoulders, and the sauce, while very similar, contains a small amount of ketchup or tomato sauce. It is still very thin, however. Both styles are usually presauced and also usually accompanied by an additional cup of sauce (or "dip" in the west). I'd be shocked if Pig 'n Chik has true eastern style sauce, but they well might. carolinadawg Tue, 15 May 2012 19:17:04 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/849256#7340839 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848548#7340340 Thank you. Daphna101 Tue, 15 May 2012 16:03:35 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848548#7340340 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/779757#7336325 I see them at Buford Hwy farmers mkt. $19.99/lb by leeks and gold beets redbeanbun Sun, 13 May 2012 15:20:14 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/779757#7336325 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/832209#7335064 How is that possible? What was binding it together? ;-) -mJ njfoodies Sat, 12 May 2012 16:16:45 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/832209#7335064 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848820#7334250 ABATE of Georgia, Georgia's largest State Motorcycle Rights Organization is hosting the May Motorcycle Madness Chili Cookoff Sunday, May 27th from 11:00am to 5:00pm. Chilli will be judged by audience vote. Power will be provided, The event will be hosted outside so please bring your own propane setup, if you prefer to prepare your chili onsite. For more information on the event please email secretary@abatega.org or contact the event orginizers listed in the attached photo :) nedj10 Fri, 11 May 2012 23:35:32 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848820#7334250 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848636#7334056 Try inland seafood in atl. Also found linton seafood out of Maryland says live bobstripower Fri, 11 May 2012 21:38:42 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/848636#7334056 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/839807#7333741 Would love to see this post revived - will be spending 24 hours in Atlanta with my 10 yr. old son in July. He too is an adventurous eater (eats everything from sushi to 'Q) and gets frustrated with typical "Kids Menu" fare (frozen pizza, mac & cheese, etc). We are only in town for 24 hours & plan on visiting the aquarium as our main thing to do. Looking for breakfast & lunch spots within walking distance in that area. Also a reco for dinner close to (or at?) the airport would be great! citygrrll Fri, 11 May 2012 18:56:59 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/839807#7333741 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847715#7330815 I see we are in the same situation. I did call Restaurant Eugene. You can take Marta from downtown to the Lindburgh station then get a taxi to go 3 blocks..yes, its about 20 dollors one way. I was thinking doing the taxi going back in the evening.. Daphna101 Thu, 10 May 2012 04:25:15 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847715#7330815 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/802358#7329404 thanks for report--they contine to do a good job there bobstripower Wed, 09 May 2012 17:06:41 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/802358#7329404 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847600#7325325 ive been to a rehearsal dinner at the Georgia Aquarium the food was great and what was really neat is theere were windows opening to 3 different fish tanks no idea what it costs but it was memorable for sure--they are in private rooms that are behind the big fish tank I too like Veni--i ve been to 1280 andt to me it was a little stuffy, bobstripower Mon, 07 May 2012 20:48:20 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847600#7325325 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847457#7325321 yes canton house has 2 different carts--id say about 1/3 are shrimp, the rest are pork chicken and beef---its on Buford highway near Chamblee Dunwoody Rd bobstripower Mon, 07 May 2012 20:45:12 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847457#7325321 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847550#7321809 Should be in Chinese. might be labeled Prickly Ash. Dinho market in Chamblee should have them. Penzeys also. I actually got them last time at Star Provisions, don't have to buy a big bag that will go stale that way. BigEdAtl Sat, 05 May 2012 19:08:02 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/847550#7321809 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/843184#7321646 Oh! You know some place I just remembered that's really good in Fayetteville? Tim's Country Kitchen! That place is fantastic! They serve authentic Southern food done better than almost any other Southern restaurant I've ever been to, which is pretty impressive considering it's a buffet. Attention is given to every single food item they serve to make sure everything is seasoned cooked properly. Every thing they serve tastes just like it would if you were at someone's house eating their home cooking. The food is consistently great as well. This review sums up Tim's perfectly: http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g34941-d2571622-r125774931-Tim_s_Country_Kitchen-Fayetteville_Georgia.html So, the next time you're in Fayetteville, I would definitely check out Tim's Country Kitchen. 1POINT21GW Sat, 05 May 2012 17:26:03 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/843184#7321646 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/845619#7315466 Thanks to all that posted. Strixxvaria, I picked up some today at Publix by Northlake. My yankee wife will be so happy! jethro stella Wed, 02 May 2012 19:42:16 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/845619#7315466 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/846969#7311404 After researching the Chowhound boards, a friend and I had a really nice weekend in Atlanta. I'm a pescatarian, and she eats everything, and we stayed in Buckhead. Friday night we drove by Eclipse di Luna, but it was wildly packed at 8:30. Instead, we ended up at Southern Art Kitchen; the highlight was the fried pickled green tomatoes, with a nice jalapeno jelly. She had a selection from the ham bar, and we split a salad too, which featured some very good beets, plus pecans and other things. The cocktails were ok, but not amazing. For dessert we shared the bourbon ice cream - delicious. On Sat we went to the Inman Park festival, and had a pleasant lunch at Across the Street. Not amazing Mexican food, but well-executed, friendly service, funky decor, and a nice patio. Wandered around a lot at the festival, but no amazing food trucks really caught our eye. Sat night we went to JCT kitchen. Friend had the duck liver mousse (tried to encourage her to get the angry mussels) and shrimp & grits. I had the vegetable plate, which was very tasty, but more stew-like than I had expected. For dessert, the doughnuts w/ meyer lemon filling were fabulous. Note to those who care - this place is seriously loud! Cocktails were better than the night before. Sunday we grabbed coffee and baked goods near our hotel, and after a trip to the Atlanta History Center, went to Atlantic Station. Due to very few options there, we ended up @ the Yard House - I had no idea it was a chain until we were seated and looking @ the menu. Once again, it was a pleasant outdoor patio, and service was fine. I ordered tacos, and we split a too fussy salad. Overall it was a nice visit, but plenty of options left for a return trip! Bluebell Tue, 01 May 2012 01:59:53 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/846969#7311404 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/832739#7310911 Thanks, I'll check it out. rlcole4346 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 22:23:36 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/832739#7310911 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/846327#7307311 We love 5 Seasons Brewing Co. At Roswell and 285. Sounds/looks like just a bar, but food is seasonal and very good. Beer is great too! You also have Alons right across the street from the mall for gourmet goodies, sandwiches, etc. Great lunch spot. Several breakfast spots near Roswell and Hammond: Flying Biscuit is my fav, but J. Christophers has a cute, quiet patio when weather is nice. jboeke Sun, 29 Apr 2012 01:32:45 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/846327#7307311 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/845984#7305739 pardon my bad grammar then. yes, i mean that Buford Highway Farmer's Mkt has a larger selection than H-mart. redbeanbun Sat, 28 Apr 2012 01:45:43 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/845984#7305739 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/846470#7305350 Finally, after what seems like eons of "fruitless" hunting, found them today @DeKalb FM. Almost blew past them. Turned around and there they were staring me in the face in their little red net bags. Ahhh the holy Grail! $5.99/pound. pete4eats Fri, 27 Apr 2012 22:12:58 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/846470#7305350 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/835819#7303188 I gave it a try and will not again. Good but $13 bucks? Not that good. Sorry. Will take a double McCann burger any day of the week over that. rcburli Thu, 26 Apr 2012 22:05:54 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/835819#7303188 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/845837#7299817 Not sure I can judge "really good" Korean, but if you're staying downtown there's a nice Korean restaurant on Peachtree across from Woodruff Park called Blossom Tree. I believe it's only open for lunch though, like many of the restaurants downtown. jboeke Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:39:10 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/845837#7299817 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/845745#7296516 Was in town for a convention last week and while I have flown through Atlanta many times, this was the first time it was my destination. We had two incredible meals. One at Hal's and the other at Pricci's. My husband can not stop talking about Hal's lobster bisque filled with big chunks of lobster. The filet is a 12 oz and absolutely cooked to perfection. Hal was reared in New Orleans and knows good food and certainly provides it for his Buckhead clientel. I could have made a meal on the red sauce and melted fontina cheese that is served with the in-house crafted breads at Pricci. I love lasagnas and had one of the best there. Two great spots. TaTee Mon, 23 Apr 2012 22:28:51 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/845745#7296516 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/843323#7296317 Having become addicted to fish and chips over years of business travel to the UK, I have tried a lot of offerings around town, and I believe the best is at Miller's Ale House just off 400 on Mansell Rd. You get a huge single fish fillet, properly battered and fried. This is often a lunch special (quite the good deal). At dinner, you get a couple of sad hush pupplies. Ignore them. I recently had the Rose & Crown version...smaller fillets so you get more breading/less fish. It was OK. Taco Mac changed their product about a year ago, and although it's a few smaller fillets, it's usually not bad. But Miller's is delicious and the closest I've had to authentic in the US. martyparty Mon, 23 Apr 2012 21:10:37 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/843323#7296317 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/845506#7295980 Thanks, will check them out... picklelicious Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:51:19 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/845506#7295980 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/844956#7291978 Ecco Empire State South Alma Cocina (recent discussion on board) Tamarind Seed Westside not far (Abbatoir, JCT Kitchen) rcburli Sat, 21 Apr 2012 15:54:52 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/844956#7291978 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/831705#7288534 too bad to hear about the servers... my server and hostess were both very nice! i was there by myself and they made a pretty strong effort of making me feel like i wasnt (which i appreciated). glad ya like it! mattstolz Thu, 19 Apr 2012 21:41:00 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/831705#7288534 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/831775#7287798 Old Brick Pit in Chamblee still smokes everything old school. My only concern recently was that they purchased an industrial chopper that turns the pork into shavings; instead of pulling it and cutting by hand as they did years ago. My guess is that the ribs & chicken are still as good. Rupricht Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:16:08 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/831775#7287798 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/844644#7287694 Holeman & Finch is definitely on the itinerary, hopefully on the way back home if we're lucky. pete k Thu, 19 Apr 2012 16:29:22 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/844644#7287694 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/844797#7287016 Welcome to atlanta! Glad you are enjoying it. Just off the top of my head... Got to head to Carver's for Meat and 3 Silver Skillet for a breakfast is a great experience JCT Kitchen, Abbatoir so many more, I'll post again after I think some more. mem404 Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:22:37 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/844797#7287016 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/844856#7286549 Sushi Huku 1POINT21GW Thu, 19 Apr 2012 01:48:52 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/844856#7286549 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/772022#7284466 I currently live in Peachtree City, have lived in this area all my life, and have traveled to and eaten in France, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, and Austria (as well as other countries in other continents, but just mentioned the European countries as they relate specifically to you). I am happy to give you suggestions to places anywhere from here to really anywhere in Georgia in addition to these if you'd like. Here are some of my very favorites: Linger Longer, Gaby's by the Lake, Georgia's Bistro, and the Chiminea Dinner at The Ritz-Carlton Lodge at Reynold's Plantation (the phenomenal food, decor, and service as well as overall value make these more than well worth the 1 hour 45 minute drive): http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/ReynoldsPlantation/Dining/Default.htm City Cafe and Bakery in Fayetteville, GA (fantastic food and decor - sit on their wonderful patio): http://www.citycafeandbakery.com/index.htm Taqueria Iztaccihuatl (best authentic Mexican restaurant in Georgia): http://www.yelp.com/biz/taqueria-iztaccihuatl-fairburn and http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/9/806415/restaurant/Atlanta/Taqueria-Iztaccihuatl-Fairburn 1POINT21GW Wed, 18 Apr 2012 08:16:43 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/772022#7284466 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/776492#7283263 Thumb's Up in Edgewood - often crowded, though. Park's Edge in Inman Park Roxx on Cheshire Bridge The Porter in L5P Gato Bizco in Candler Park Ria's Bluebird, Stone Soup in Grant Park Great other places mentioned already hominidx Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:02:38 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/776492#7283263 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/844050#7282381 Lunacy is not the best meal you will ever eat, but it's cheap and unique to the area. rcburli Tue, 17 Apr 2012 13:56:41 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/844050#7282381 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/842833#7281606 Thanks for these! We use Super H Mart for oriental items (esp. Japanese and Korean) but we've been wanting a couple of new places. kevmalone Tue, 17 Apr 2012 01:21:31 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/842833#7281606 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/843823#7272540 I'm staying at the Lake Lanier Resort in Buford this weekend, but I'm hoping to sneak away for a meal somewhere outside of the resort. Any suggestions for good, unique food in the area? I'm looking for something on the cheaper, less fancy side of the spectrum. Something with good local character / flavor that this NYer can't get up north. Thanks! bokomaru Thu, 12 Apr 2012 18:57:00 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/843823#7272540 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/796888#7272450 I know this post was from a while ago...but if anyone is still looking (like I was recently) you can get it at Sevananda Natural Foods, for sure, down in Lil 5 Points off of Moreland. Psytrancess Thu, 12 Apr 2012 18:35:55 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/796888#7272450 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/843555#7272249 an oldie but goodie, Nikolais Roof is excellent--- id also recommend McKendricks as a steak/meat house--exellent place near the Perimeter Mall---weve been to eugenes as well--very good spot bobstripower Thu, 12 Apr 2012 17:18:40 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/843555#7272249 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/842509#7259170 I've read good reviews about Barcelona....finally going this weekend and am looking forward to it. I do like Iberian Pig. Great atmosphere, solid cocktails, and interesting menu. ebennettatl Thu, 05 Apr 2012 23:47:14 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/842509#7259170 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/841376#7256841 The Oakhurst Market, also in Decatur but in the Oakhurst neighborhood, has a tremendous butcher. http://www.oakhurstmarket.com/ tomsclark Wed, 04 Apr 2012 21:09:20 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/841376#7256841 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/822471#7251951 We hadn't been to The Brake Pad in College Park in a long time until just the other day. Didn't eat, but it still has a great setup if the weather's nice. Think basic pub food and a small-but-decent beer list. ted Mon, 02 Apr 2012 18:37:51 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/822471#7251951 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/807012#7251091 246 falls under the "Cal-Ital" category quothe one of their wine reps. At the end of last year they had planned on making their own pasta but hadn't purchased machine yet. I think the best thing there is the wine list, food second. I do love getting the cheese plate and enjoying the Italian dessert wine selection. AnyaTika Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:34:28 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/807012#7251091 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/833763#7234491 THANKS everyone. We ended up being short on time so went to Naan N Curry. We enjoyed the food and they liked the friendly atmosphere. There are so many good suggestions on this thread that I hope to be able to try a bunch and learn more about the variations on food from this region. Thank you to all who responded and I really appreciate the reasons "why" you like one place over another. (Sorry it took so long to get back.) _jj_ Sun, 25 Mar 2012 02:05:27 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/833763#7234491 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/839474#7229023 I really want to go because it's the cuisine of Kerala, which you don't find too often in Indian restaurants, so I want to see if I can tell the difference. I have a friend from Kerala and she was really excited about this place. Plus, there was a cooking class with the chef/owner on Scoutmob that I'm considering doing too. jboeke Thu, 22 Mar 2012 12:54:05 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/839474#7229023 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/838752#7225778 Don't know if it's the best, but Blue Fin on Peachtree Road was recommended to us by a native from Tokyo who didn't trust any restaurant not owned by Japanese.. We thought it was pretty good POY Tue, 20 Mar 2012 21:31:30 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/838752#7225778 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/832612#7225121 I second Piece of Cake. Also Buckhead Bakehouse for specialty cakes. Zusie Tue, 20 Mar 2012 17:23:00 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/832612#7225121 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/839291#7220523 Murphy's is perhaps one of the best brunches in the city. Another is Local 3. samlev Sun, 18 Mar 2012 14:00:53 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/839291#7220523 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/839400#7219370 Want to feature an oyster shucking station at an event in alpharetta, Georgia. Does anyone know of a caterer or individual that provides this service? Workwidow Sat, 17 Mar 2012 20:05:54 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/839400#7219370 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/825463#7217166 Yes, Hong's is gone. It's been many years since I've tried Nhu Y and at the time I wasn't too big a fan. Not that they were bad, but that there were better options around. Actually, years ago we did a fun banh mi taste off. Blissful Glutton documented it and it's still on her blog site (http://blissfulglutton.com/where-can-you-get-best-banh-mi-in-atlanta/). larkemon Fri, 16 Mar 2012 16:22:46 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/825463#7217166