Atlanta food events: Dec. 4-10 2017

Wine dinner? Beer tasting? Cooking class? Food festival? Email the deets to foodanddrink at creativeloafing.com.

Monday

Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours Dec. 4, 2017, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Cocktails, Cuisine and Conversation Mixologist Tiffanie Barriere, Chef Deborah VanTrece and Chef Jennifer Hill Booker are hosting a collaborative dinner and open discussion of food and drink. Guests can look forward to a coursed dinner, where each dish will be presented with a paired cocktail and poetry prompting discussion about the soul of the culinary industry. Details

Newk’s Eatery Dec. 4, 2017, 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Newk’s Eatery Openings Newk’s Eatery is bringing four more locations to Georgia. Smyrna and Albany locations will start serving soups, salads, and sandwiches. Expect Canton (2041 Cummings Hywy.) and Columbus to have those free breadsticks, olives, and pickles. Details

Tuesday

PARISH Dec. 5, 2017, 7-10 p.m. Party Like It’s 1933 Head to Inman Park’s Brasserie and Neighborhood Caf̩ at PARISH for a festive evening of jazz and nosh. A ticket includes a cocktail, light bites, and a champagne toast to Repeal Day. Details

Whole Foods Avalon Dec. 5, 2017, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The Bacon Express Holiday Pop-Up Organic meat brand Applegate is spreading holiday cheer with the Bacon Express, a pop-up truck that gives the gift of bacon. The Bacon Express will be parked at Whole Foods, serving complimentary bacon treats to Whole Foods customers. Details

O-Ku Dec. 5, 2017, 5-10:30 p.m. Sake-Tuna-Me Tuesday O-Ku is stepping up its Tuesday game with a new weekly offering. Every Tuesday, guests can enjoy a different surprise tuna dish alongside half-off select bottles of sake, available all night long. Details

Wednesday

Atkins Park Dec. 6, 2017, 5 p.m. 12th Annual Santa Ride Grab your festive biking shorts for Atkins Park’s annual Santa Ride. The 10-mile ride through the streets of Virginia Highland honors former owner Warren Bruno, who lost his fight with lymphoma in 2012. There is no entry fee but a minimum donation of $25 is suggested. Proceeds benefit the Leukemia Lymphoma Society. Details

Atlantic Station Dec. 6, 2017, 1-9 p.m. The Bacon Express at Atlantic Station Stop by Atlantic Station for Applegate bacon goodies, courtesy of The Bacon Express. Treats served at the holiday pop-up include bacon cookies, bacon brownies, candied bacon and more. Details

Thursday

Wild Heaven Beer Dec. 7, 2017, 7-11 p.m. Seven Minutes in (Wild) Heaven Head to Wild Heaven for a dose of quick-fire comedy. Seven stand-up comics will perform seven minute sets at the brewery. As always, beer will be available for purchase by the glass. Details

Friday

Smyrna Beer Market Dec. 8, 2017, 5-11 p.m. Creature Comforts Holiday Event Creature Comforts is helping Smyrna Beer Market celebrate its fifth anniversary! Smyrna Beer Market will be tapping a few kegs, featuring Creature Comforts brews like Tropicalia and Reclaimed Rye, along with a few other surprises. Details

Saturday

Public School 404 Dec. 9, 2017, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Wicked Weed Beer Brunch Asheville’s Wicked Weed Brewing is student teaching at Westside restaurant Public School 404. Guests will enjoy samples of signature Wicked Weed brews paired with different brunch courses. Details

Arches Brewing Dec. 9, 2017, 1-6 p.m. FAB Holiday Market Head to Arches for its second annual FAB (Fire Arts Beer) Holiday Market, featuring seasonal beers and bites from the Rust Bros. The Rust Bros will serve nosh fireside, and a curated selection of local artists’ work will be on display. Details

Sunday

The Southern Gentleman Dec. 10, 2017, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The Southern Gentleman Santa Brunch Guests can look forward to filling up on a brunch spread from the Southern Gentleman as Santa makes a stop at the gastropub for pictures. A brunch spread for children will be available as well. Details

Livingston Restaurant + Bar Dec. 10, 2017, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Brunch with Santa Meet and greet with everyone’s favorite jolly old man at Livingston Restaurant + Bar. Guests can look forward to enjoying a brunch menu of southern classics, as well as brunch favorites for children. A portion of proceeds will benefit Give Kids the World. Details

Hugo’s Oyster Bar Dec. 10, 2017, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Breakfast with Santa On the nice list this year? Head to Hugo’s Oyster Bar to enjoy breakfast with Santa. Brunch menus will be available for children and adults. Details