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Atlanta food events: Sept. 25-Oct. 1 2017

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Monday

Hyatt Regency Atlanta Sept. 25, 2017, 6-9 p.m. Taste of Home LIVE America’s number one cooking magazine, Taste of Home, is hosting an interactive, live culinary show. This event will celebrate holiday flavors. Guests can learn how to reinvent classic Taste of Home recipes and ask the feature chef about all things culinary. Details

Edgar’s Proof & Provision Sept. 25, 2017-Sept. 30, 2017 Punch Kings Winning Punch To wish their mixologist James Wampler luck in the Punch Kings contest on Saturday, the folks at Edgars Proof & Provision will be serving his award-winning punch throughout the week. Wampler will compete on Saturday in Chicago, so drink up and send well wishes his way! Details

Dr. Bombay’s Underwater Tea Party Sept. 25, 2017, 6:30-9 p.m. A Taste of India Dinner Head to Dr. Bombay’s for an exclusive three-course Indian meal and a chance to pay it forward. Guests can look forward to three different vegetarian dishes, along with the opportunity to contribute to The Learning Tea’s Life Scholarship Program, which helps enroll girls in India into university. Details

Tuesday

Kimball House Sept. 26, 2017, 5:00 p.m.-midnight Happy Birthday, Kimball House! Decatur’s esteemed Kimball House celebrates its fourth birthday with a special Highbrow vs. Lowbrow menu, featuring Kimball House’s unique takes on bar food. Expect to see face-offs between beef tartare and cheeseburgers, and drinks including Jell-O shots and White Russians. Details

Rock-N-Taco Sept. 26, 2017, 8-11 p.m. Original Series at Rock-N-Taco Celebrate local artistry, discounted cocktails, beers, and tacos, and cheer on local talent at this kick-off party in Buckhead. Guests can look forward to 99X giveaways and voting for their favorite act to advance. Details

Better Half Sept. 26, 2017-Sept. 30, 2017 Bees Knees Week at Better Half Drink up and do some good at Better Half. During the week, Better half will run the Bees Knees cocktail, a drink formulated with Barr Hall Gin whose sales will go to charities that benefit the bees! Details

Wednesday

Bar Margot Sept. 27, 2017, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Bar Margot Turns Two! The Four Seasons Hotel’s Bar Margot is throwing a celebration for its second anniversary. Guests are invited to toast to the establishment’s tenure in Atlanta and enjoy Bar Margot’s thoughtful bites and small batch spirits. Details

Three Taverns Brewery Sept. 27, 2017, 6:30-10 p.m. Comedy on Draught at Three Taverns Brewery Take advantage of what Atlanta’s comedy scene has to offer and the new brewery laws! Host Annie Lockwood brings another round of Atlanta’s comics to Three Taverns Brewery. Admission includes two beers and the option to purchase more. Details

Thursday

Second Self Beer Company Sept. 28, 2017, 6-8 p.m. Art and Beer at Second Self Get your creative juices flowing with brews and brushstrokes at Second Self’s Art and Beer event. Guests will be able to design and paint their own wooden beer caddies to take home full of beer. The bar will be open during the event and guests may also bring their own bites. Details

Cumberland Mall Sept. 28, 2017-Oct. 26, 2017 Rock, Roll, and Reggae at Cumberland Mall Discover rhythms old and new at this weekly performance series. Every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. through the end of October, grab a bite and enjoy a different artist’s live musical performance by the fountain, amidst the perfect early-fall weather. Details

Mac McGee Sept. 28, 2017, 7:30 p.m. The Ultimate Bourbon Tasting Join the experts at Mac McGee for their annual blowout tasting of top-shelf bourbon. Whiskey expert Casey Teague will lead guests through a tasting of exotic bourbons, while imparting the tales and history of each sample. Details

Le M̩ridien Atlanta Perimeter Sept. 28, 2017, 5-8 p.m. Le Cercle d’Or Inspired by the upcoming film, “Kingsman: The Golden Circle,” Le M̩ridien’s September Hub Event will include bites, live jazz music, and complimentary services from Dunwoody’s The Woodhouse Day Spa. The evening will feature Kingsman-inspired cocktails made from Old Forester Bourbon, as well. Details

595 North Event Center Sept. 28, 2017, 6-9 p.m. Potluck & Pitch Five of the most innovative minds in food production and growth will come together for a collaborative potluck. Guests are invited to bring a dish and share with the community as innovators pitch their ideas for creating fresh and affordable food options for communities in need. The winner with the best pitch will walk away with a grant to fund their idea. Details

Perimeter Mall Sept. 28, 2017-Oct. 26, 2017 Rock, Roll, and Reggae at Perimeter Mall Running each Thursday through the end of October, this free weekly music series is a nod to the various beats and rhythms of all kinds of music. Enjoy the sounds from local artists in front of The Cowfish weekly from 5-7 pm. Details

C Ellet’s Steakhouse Sept. 28, 2017, 6:30-9 p.m. Tuck Beckstoffer Estate Wine Dinner C Ellet’s is hosting its very first wine dinner, featuring wines from Tuck Beckstoffer Estate. The evening will start with a reception, followed by a dinner featuring four wines alongside four courses prepared by executive chef Damon Wise. Details

Watershed Sept. 28, 2017, 5:30-7 p.m. Patio Punch Party Take advantage of the September weather and join the folks at Watershed for a Southern style party on their patio. Enjoy a selection of sandwiches and punch in the lingering summer weather. Details

American Spirit Works Sept. 28, 2017, 7-11:30 p.m. Party in the Kitchen Enjoy an evening of music, cocktails, and cuisine from a selection of Atlanta’s chefs and mixologists while supporting Project Open Hand. Guests will enjoy a range of unlimited food and drinks, silent and live auctions, and live entertainment all night long. Details

The Plaza at Avalon Sept. 28, 2017, 5:30-10 p.m. NFCC Presents: Forks & Corks North Fulton Community Charities is hosting the second annual fall fundraiser, Forks & Corks. Following a reception, general admission to this food and wine tasting event will offer guests the opportunity to savor popular menu items from local Avalon restaurants and listen to live music from DJ Rasyrious. Details

Southern Art and Bourbon Bar Sept. 28, 2017, 7 p.m. Old-Fashioned Competition In celebration of National Bourbon Heritage Month, Southern Art and Bourbon Bar is hosting a competition for the best Old-Fashioned. Hosted by Brown-Forman, up to 10 contestants will have the chance to compete for the victory title. Details

Friday

Monday Night Brewing Garage Sept. 29-Sept. 30, 2017 MADE SOUTH Atlanta Nashville-based company MADE SOUTH is headed to Atlanta to host a weekend-long food and shopping event. The event will feature more than 90 craftsmen and artisans from all over the South. Guests can enjoy bites and libations from local chefs and bartenders, and the proceeds from ticket sales will benefit Focus+ Fragile Kids, a nonprofit that helps children who are medically fragile or have significant disabilities. Details

Flying Biscuit Sept. 29, 2017, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Flying Biscuit Birthday Celebration To celebrate its birthday, the John’s Creek Flying Biscuit is throwing a party! The festivities will include birthday cake, of course. In addition, the first 100 guests will receive a free t-shirt, and 5 lucky tables will receive a free lunch. Details

Saturday

Holeman and Finch Sept. 30, 2017, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Gypsy Chef Series: Terry Koval Holeman and Finch’s executive chef Spencer Gomez will host the third installment of his “Gypsy Chef” series, featuring chef Terry Koval of Wrecking Bar Brewpub. Gomez and Koval will join forces to serve up an Oktoberfest-themed menu and experience. Details

Piedmont Park Sept. 30, 2017, 3-10 p.m. Oktoberfest in the Park Presented by Park Tavern, A Social Mess, and Sierra Nevada, Oktoberfest in the Park will feature live music performances, food and drink specials, games, and a costume contest. Performances from the likes of Wasted Potential Brass Band and Bon Jovi tribute band Slippery When Wet will set the scene for an afternoon of revelry as guests are invited to try their hand at games like beer pong and giant jenga, and enjoy signature German bites. Details

Jailhouse Brewing Company Sept. 30, 2017, 3-7 p.m. Barks & Brews The Henry County Humane Society invites the community to its Barks & Brews charity event, which will benefit the animals sheltered at the Henry County Humane Society. The afternoon will include a one-mile dog walk, live music, a pet look-alike contest, and a silent auction. Details

Red Brick Brewing Co. Sept. 30, 2017, 12-10 p.m. Red Brick Brewing Turns 24! Georgia’s oldest brewery is celebrating its 24th birthday with a party featuring its most popular brew: Vanilla Gorilla! Guests can look forward to limited edition Vanilla Gorilla variants, along with eats from different food trucks and live music throughout the day. Details

Sunday

8arm Oct. 1, 2017, 4-10 p.m. Chaka Khan Hacienda 8arm is hosting their final Chaka Khan Hacienda of the season, and they’re pulling out all the stops! This time around, guests can look forward to a vendor market, tasty eats from Papi and Bachi, a to-die-for lineup of live music, and an extra hour of dancing. Details

Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall Oct. 1, 2017, 4-10 p.m. Ladybird’s 3-Year Anniversary Party In honor of its third anniversary, the folks at Ladybird are hosting a cook-out style bash, complete with a pig roast and other campfire-inspired items. Guests can look forward to complimentary bites and special discounts on beverages. Details

O-Ku Oct. 1, 2017, 5-7 p.m. O-Ku’s National Sake Day Celebration Celebrate this boozy holiday at O-Ku! Half-off sake will be served all night, and guests can indulge in sushi happy hour featuring half-off rolls on the rooftop space or in the main dining room. Cheers! Details

Metropolitan Studios. Inc. Oct. 1, 2017, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Yoga Bubbly Brunch Join Pop Up Brunch Atlanta and Dancing Dogs Yoga Atlanta for an enlightening yoga and culinary experience. After a yoga class with guru Kayla Patterson, guests can sip on signature mimosas and sample croque madames from Patrick Joseph Boston. Details

Cameli’s Pizza Oct. 1, 2017, 3-7 p.m. Pizza Eating Contest Sponsored by PBR Beer, this event is a pizza-lover’s heaven. Hosted by Rock 100.5, this event offers guests the opportunity to test their eating endurance the American way. Details






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