Atlanta food events: Aug. 10-16

• Rachel Hortman
• Head to Gunshow on Tues., Aug. 11 and Wed., Aug. 12 for Hired Guns featuring chef JJ Johnson.

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Monday

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St. Philip's Cathedral Mon., Aug. 10, 6-9 p.m. The Farmer Fund Launch Party The Farmer Fund, a non-profit that helps metro Atlanta farmers in the face of natural disasters, is throwing a launch party featuring some of Atlanta's top chefs and best breweries. The Farmer Fund 2016 calendar, starring the organization's famous chef and farmer friends bearing almost, will be on sale. There will also be a live auction and live music by The Darnell Boys. Details.

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Wednesday

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Vino Venue Tue., Aug. 11, 7-9:30 p.m. Pickling 101 Learn how to master the art of crafting a flavorful brine, from start to finish. Guests can pickle summer produce such as Santa Clause melon, heirloom baby carrots, corn, radish, blueberries, cucumbers, rhubarb and kohlrabi. A portion of proceeds will benefit Slow Food Atlanta. Details.

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Gunshow Tue.-Wed., Aug. 11-12, 6 p.m. Hired Guns The two-night excursion includes a culinary mix of Caribbean influence and West African flavor from the hands of chef Joseph "JJ" Johnson of The Cecil and Minton's in New York City’s Harlem neighborhood. Details.

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Thursday

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South City Kitchen - Vinings Thurs.-Sat., Aug. 13-22, 5-10 p.m. TomatoJam Southerners, rejoice! Tomato season is in full swing and South City Kitchen Vinings is taking full advantage of this fresh, summer food with TomatoJam. South City Kitchen Vinings will be offering guests a limited-time menu that truly places the tomato as the star of each dish. The regular menu will be available in addition to the TomatoJam offerings. Details.

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The Buckhead Theatre Thurs., Aug. 13, 7-10 p.m. Eats & Beats Atlanta chefs don their aprons and guitars for an evening of music, eats, spirits, and silent auction. Delight your senses at one of Atlanta’s most historic venues with food from the city’s top restaurants, music from Yacht Rock Revue and chef bands featuring Ford Fry (The Optimist), Zeb Stevenson (Watershed), and Chris Talley (Common Quarter). Restaurants include 4th & Swift, Barcelona Wine Bar, Big Ketch, Cibo E Beve, Common Quarter, Dennis Dean Catering, Einstein's, and more. Details.

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Friday

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Monday Night Brewing Fri., Aug. 14, 6-9 p.m. 2015 Atlanta Brew for the Family The evening includes craft beer tasting, brewery tours, hors d'oeuvres, music, and a silent auction. All proceeds are to benefit Georgia families overcoming infertility. Free IVF cycle door prize drawing entry for all attendees. Details.

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Atlantic Station Fri.-Sat., Aug. 14-15, 4-10 p.m.,12-8 p.m. 7th Annual Atlanta BAR-B-Q Festival Back for its seventh year, this two-day event celebrates all things barbecue. Many area 'cue restaurants will be on-hand, serving up their specialties. There will also be plenty of bourbons to sample, pro and an amateur barbecue contests, live music, cooking demonstrations, a vendor exhibition, and more. Details.

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Saturday

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5 Seasons Brewing Company - Sandy Springs Sat., Aug. 15, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Beer BQ Live music, beer specials and BBQ! $7.50 small plates and $2.50 sides include favorites such as: baby back ribs, cornmeal fried North Georgia trout, smoked organic brisket, beer battered fried jumbo jalapeno poppers, Turkish spiced grilled quail, scotch ale baked beans, smoked potato salad, Serrano cheddar corn bread, cajun slaw and more! Details.

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Red Brick Brewing Sat., Aug. 15, 2:30-9 p.m. Southern Beer Tours: Brewery & Baseball Visit Georgia's oldest craft brewery, Red Brick Brewing, and then head to Turner Field to see the Atlanta Braves play the Arizona Diamondbacks, featuring roundtrip transportation from Buckhead, two-hour preparty with beer at Red Brick, a Chick Fil A sandwich, and a game ticket. Details.

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Sunday

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Table & Main Sun., Aug. 16, 5-9 p.m. 4th Anniversary Celebration Stop by to toast to the restaurant's first four years of providing Roswell with a simple, seasonal, and southern dining experience. Details.