Atlanta Eats and Stuff

Poor BLOG:-(

2011-07-22T14:21:00.000-07:00

Okay so clearly I have neglected my blog. I am hoping that my recent craze with groupon,kgb deals, living social, etc....will wake me up and give me a challenge.

Challenge?

Well I have a tendency to buy these 50% off and more deals and NEVER use them. I know pretty crazy!

Yesterday a company (appreciation events ) came out and hand some really great deals that I just couldn't pass up :-)

My goal is to use at least one a month and blog about it.

I'll organize my deals over the weekend and figure out where we're going first......stay tuned!

Holiday Gift Cards-BRIO!!!

2010-11-02T16:10:00.000-07:00

It's that time of the year where you get great deals on gift card purchases. I just received this one in my in box.
Purchase $100 in gift cards and receive $20 bonus.
See details below
http://www.brioitalian.com/giftcards.html

Follow then on twitter
@BrioItalian

Cheers

$32 for a spa manicure & pedicure, rejuvenating sugar/salt scrub, and mini massage at Duafe Salon & Spa ($65 value)

2010-09-20T13:51:00.000-07:00

I have never been to Duafe Salon & Spa but had to share what sounds like the latest GREAT deal from KGB Deals!!!!

See link below:
http://www.kgbdeals.com/atlanta/?id=2127

SMYRNA BEER FEST!

2010-09-20T13:47:00.000-07:00

We've attended last year and had a really fun time. Lot's of beer to taste and it's usually pretty warm out so stay hydrated and have a designated driver.
See here for more information!

http://www.smyrnabeerfest.com/

Morningside Summer Block Party!

2010-08-24T10:35:00.000-07:00

Description

Join your friends and neighbors at the inaugural Morningside Summer Block Party on Saturday, August 28 from 12:30-9pm for a day of fun in the sun!

The event will be held in the parking lot behind DBA Barbecue and El Taco at the corner of Highland and Amsterdam Avenues--rain or shine. The gates open at 12:30pm and we'll be selling food from DBA, El Taco and Mali Thai along with ice-cold cocktails and Abita beer all day.

Tickets are $5 in advance (plus $0.99 service fee) or $10 at the door; children 14 and under are free. A portion of the proceeds will be donated back to firehouse station #19 in Virginia-Highland.

LIVE MUSIC LINE-UP:

Mudcat 1-2:30pm

East Ponce Soul Faction 2:45-4:15pm

The Hollidays - 4:30-6:30pm

The Oliver Wood & Joe McGuinness Band 6:45-9pm

There will be a children's area open from 1-6pm with games and activities to keep the kids busy. Sorry, no pets allowed.

Notes

Event occurs rain or shine. Must be 21 and over with valid ID to purchase alcohol--you will be carded. Parking is available on the surrounding streets, the parking lot directly across the street from San Francisco Roasting Co. and at Grace Lutheran Church across the street.

Click here for tickets!

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/122484

Enjoy Half-Price Lasagna to Celebrate National Lasagna Day on July 29th!

2010-07-27T15:29:00.000-07:00

Check out BRIO special here:

Enjoy Half-Price Lasagna to Celebrate National Lasagna Day on July 29th!

The pic above is not the lasagna but their salmon...yum!!!!!!!!!!!!

Lunch cravingggggggg....

2010-07-14T11:48:00.000-07:00

Do you ever just craveeee something fattening and NOT healthy? Well that was me today!
I had a chicken cheese steak and fries!!!!! Oh it felt good while I ate it but now I am miserable and sluggish*o*
Thank goodness I don't get these cravings very often.

ATLANTA RESTAURANT WEEK!

2010-07-14T11:45:00.000-07:00

Here's your chance to have a three course meal at a fixed price! If you're like me there are tons of restaurants you want to try in Atlanta but you don't have the time or maybe it just doesn't fit in your budget at that moment.
Well here's a chance to mark it off your list:-)
See here:
http://www.atlantadowntown.com/fun/restaurant-week

Tomato Tart-Glamour Mag

2010-07-06T13:53:00.000-07:00

I found this quick and easy recipe in glamour magazine.
I was not sure how it would taste because the cook time is 35-45 minutes and I was thinking tomatoes in the oven that long......really?
To my surprise it was sooooo good. I will definitely serve this as an appetizer for an up coming dinner.
Here yeah go.....
1 puff pastry sheet-thawed
Tomatoes(I used 2 large and one small)....I used tomato from my garden...yum!
Extra virgin olive oil
Sea Salt
Black Pepper
Thyme(Fresh)
Parchment Paper
Cookie Sheet

Line the cookie sheet with parchment paper
Put the thawed puffed pastry sheet on the parchment paper
Put the tomatoes on the puffed pastry sheet in rows. Do not over lap the tomatoes as this could make it soggy.
Pull leaves from the thyme twigs and toss them over the tomatoes
Sprinkle a couple of tablespoons of olive oil over the tomatoes
Lightly sprinkle the black pepper over the tomatoes
Cook on 375 degrees for 35-45 minutes or until edges are golden brown
Sprinkle the sea salt over after it's cooked

BEFORE

AFTER

PAPA Chow

2010-06-16T16:28:00.000-07:00

On our way home from the airport we were quite hungry and decided to try one of the many restaurants that we have seen on Camp Creek. We decided on Papa Chow because the sign said they had stir fry. I was honestly thinking it might be like Chow Baby (http://www.therealchowbaby.com/), maybe because of the name but it was not.
Basically you go to the counter order your food, take a number and they bring the food to you.
I ordered the shrimp teriyaki. The presentation was nice but the food was not so good. The teriyaki was wayyyyyy tooooo sweet. I am usually a teriyaki fan but this was not good at all. I had plenty of shrimp and a nice size at that but just TOO sweet.
As hungry as I was I only ate half of my plate.
My husband had the Pad Thai Noodles with Tofu. He enjoyed his food.
Something that irritated me a bit is the fact that they were sweeping around us while we ate and mopped the floor with BLEACH while we ate. I was so annoyed luckily we were wrapping up and I was way too tired to complain. I may just drop the manager a note after I complete this review.

I will not be returning :-(

Here's the info:
http://www.papachow.com/index.html
3830 PRINCETON LAKES CT STE 900
ATLANTA, GA 30331
(CAMP CREEK MARKETPLACE - NEXT TO WALGREEN'S)
404-629-2575 (main)

2010 World Cup-Where to Watch...

2010-06-10T14:18:00.000-07:00

Here's a good list that METROMIX Atlanta has put together.
Have fun and enjoy the games!
http://atlanta.metromix.com/bars-and-clubs/article/watch-the-world-cup/1996337/content

Slow Cooker-Pot Roast

2010-06-08T15:51:00.000-07:00

I found myself on www.allrecipes.com while in search of a slow cooker recipe for wings.

I came across this http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Awesome-Slow-Cooker-Pot-Roast/Detail.aspx?prop31=8

recipe for pot roast. So glad I did because there was virtually NO prep time and it came out really good.

I cooked it on high for 5 hours and I added baby carrots the last two hours. I was a little concerned that the carrots would be too soft bu they were perfect.
I served it over rice with green peas on the side.
From now on this will be my "I can't decide what to cook Sunday" go to recipe.

Savannah,GA

2010-06-02T16:47:00.000-07:00

I still need to add photos but here's the review.

Here is where we stayed,ate and played:

Stayed at
Holiday Inn Express
SAVANNAH-HISTORIC DISTRICT

199 EAST BAY STREETSAVANNAH, GEORGIA 31401UNITED STATES
http://www.hiexpress.com/hotels/us/en/savannah/savex/hoteldetail

The room was nice ,clean and comfortable.
The staff from the front desk to the valet to the breakfast dining attendants were great!
We were directly across from the river walk. The only time we drove is when we went to Tybee Island.
The gym area is small but had exactly what I needed and at the time I went in there was only one other person there. After I worked out I walked straight out to the roof top desk to catch a breeze.
The complimentary breakfast was plenty. Normally when they saw complimentary it's cereal,muffins and fruit..not here.
More like biscuits and gravy,eggs,sausage,bacon(hubbie loved that) and I'll stop there:-) you get the picture.
I would definitely stay at this hotel again.

Where we ate:
The Wilkes House
http://www.mrswilkes.com/

We have been to Savannah several times and never ate here. We had been to Lady and Sons(Paula Deen) http://www.ladyandsons.com/
a couple of times but kept hearing about The Wilkes House and made it a point to go this time.
First advantage was there was not the long wait or stand in line to make an appointment to come back and eat as we have experienced at Lady and Sons(Please don't get me wrong I wanted to go so I went through that in order to try Lady and Sons and the food was good).
We waited about 30 minutes. Keep in mind we were in line about 15 minutes before they opened.
The food is served home style meaning you are seated at a big table with people you don't know and all different types of food is already at the table waiting for you. You then pass the food around as if you were at your own family gathering.
Man oh man sooooo much food! We attempted to try everything but that was a FAIL. We were too stuffed.
I kinda liked sitting with people that we didn't know because we all had something different to add to the conversation when we were not stuffing our faces.
So very glad we walked there because we were able to stroll back and let the food begin the digestion process.
OHHH I almost forgot they don't take PLASTIC...no credit cards! Yeah we found out when we pulled out the VISA! They guy at the front was so nice he was like oh you can just bring it back later today before we close and that's exactly what we did because we had no cash or checks on us:(

The Crab Shack-Tybee Island
http://www.thecrabshack.com/
I can't remember how I heard about this place but after seeing the web page it sounded like fun, plus Rachel Ray has a segment on the site from when she made a visit:-0
We had raw oysters and each had the low country boil.
The oysters were big and pretty good.
The low country boil was good but I would have liked more seasoning.
I will say the low country boil here was better than the one I had on the River walk at The Exchange Tavern.
The day we went in it was not too busy. We were seated right away and our server was really attentive.
Outside does have a small area with alligators. I sure kids would get a kick out of this us not so much.
Ummmm would we go back? Yes if we were staying on Tybee no if we were staying in downtown Savannah.

The Exchange Tavern on River Street
We actually stumbled across this place while walking on River Street. The menu looked good so we went in.
We were seated quickly at a nice seat upstairs.
Our server was good.
I had the low country boil(I was on a mission to have a REALLY GREAT one....but it didn't happen) and a spirited drink called the Fire Fly. The drink was delish. The Low Country Boil was not so good. The food was on the luke warm side and the seasoning was close to none.
My lunch mate had a fried seafood platter and enjoyed it.
IF I went back I would have something else on the menu.

Where we played:
Ghost Savannah
We did the haunted pub crawl
http://www.ghostsavannah.com/
It was fun and funny at times. We also learned a little history. Each bar had a specialty drink or you could order from the menu.

Our favorite and last stop on the tour was a place called Jen and Friends Martini Bar.
The martini's were delish!!!! We actually stayed here for another hour or so after the tour ended.
I keep getting error messages for the website(jensandfriendssavannah.com) so here's the address and phone number:
7 E Congress St

Savannah, GA 31401
(912) 238-5367
They're on myspace...just found this.....http://www.myspace.com/96780064

I hope this information is helpful.

Shame on me.....

2010-04-22T14:29:00.000-07:00

I can't believe that I have only blogged once this month! I have pics and reviews of Savannah that I need to post.
I am hoping to take some time over the next week and get them posted.
The weather here has been wonderful. I had to completely cut down my rose bushes back in November when we were doing some renovations BUT they are coming back full and strong! I am sooooo delighted because I just knew they were not going to come back.
Seeing as it's the only thing I have planted and not killed I was not happy about cutting them down.
I'll have to take pics and post as they grow bigger and bigger and bigger.....ummmm wonder if I have any before pics???

Cheers

Fruit Parfait....just winging it

2010-04-05T17:00:00.000-07:00

When I originally set out to make this recipe I was using a recipe I found in my Sunday Paper coupons for Yoplait Blended Strawberry Yogurt. I went to the store to pick up the ingredients and #1 the store didn't have the yogurt listed on the coupon #2 they didn't have the chocolate waffers called for in the recipe so I had to improvise.

See how I improvised below:-)

1 container of Yoplait whips light and fluffy strawberry mist(low fat mousse)...Dang that's a mouth full!

1 banana cut in small pieces

1/2 cup of fresh strawberries cut in small pieces

10 vanilla wafers crumbled

I cut the fruit in small pieces because I wanted to use these small glasses I have and make just enough for my Hubbie and I.

After making it I have decided the next time around to slice the bananas and layer them so that the yogurt does not slide down.

Her goes pretty simple:

vanilla wafers on bottom layer,bananas,yogurt then strawberries, then repeat.On the very top of the parfait I placed the top of one of the bigger strawberries tops that I cut off.

We enjoyed this after meal as a dessert!
I'll make it again and probably make different variations.

Food 101-Brunch

2010-03-30T13:55:00.000-07:00

I had the pleasure of enjoying brunch here with a group so we were in a separate dining area. I say that up front because we had two people assigned to us so when I say the service was excellenct I can't speak for "normal dining" area.
Here is what I ate:
LOW COUNTRY SHRIMP & GRITS with Andouille Sausage and San Marzano Tomato Gravy.

The food- Good but the portion size was small.
Service-Excellent(The food was broought out nice and hot and the drinks were constantly being filled)
Price-Good(I beleive I paid $15.00 plus tax)
Interior-We were in a private closed off dining area that was comfortable. I would recommend this area to others.
Would I go back? Yes this time maybe trying dinner.

Restaurant Info:
4969 Roswell Road Atlanta, GA 30342-2680 (404)497-9700
http://www.food101atlanta.com/

St Patty's Day Parade-Atlanta

2010-03-12T12:42:00.001-08:00

Click below for more details.....
http://entertainment.accessatlanta.com/atlanta-ga/events/show/102334185-128th-annual-st-patricks-day-parade

Slow Cooker-Paprika Chicken

2010-03-08T15:55:00.000-08:00

I am so proud of myself for sticking to my plan of trying recipes from this book. Here's the latest creation.

Paprika Chicken

Ingredients:
• 1 large onion, peeled and quartered
• 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, rinsed and patted dry
• salt and pepper

• 1 1/3 tablespoons Hungarian paprika, divided

• 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom & garlic soup
• 1/2 cup sour cream
Directions:
1. In a 5 quart slow cooker, combine onions and mushrooms.
2. Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper and one tsp paprika.
3. Place in slow cooker on top of the vegetables.
4. In a small bowl, stir together the cream of mushroom soup and remaining 1 tablespoon of paprika; pour over chicken.
5. Cover and cook on LOW setting for 3 1/2 - 4 1/2 hours.
6. Remove chicken from slow cooker and keep warm.
7. Strain and defat cooking liquid.
8. Stir sour cream into liquid and serve hot over chicken.

I used bone in chicken and just removed the skin.
I also added 1 garlice glove minced to the can condensed cream of mushroom soup since I couldn't find the soup as listed.
The recicpe was simple to prepare.
The taste was bland to me. Maybe I should have used more salt and pepper, not sure. I couldn't quite put my finger on it. I thought the sauce might help, but no. I doubt I will be making this again:(

Find and buy NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Kobalt Tools 500 Tickets at Ticketmaster.com

2010-03-04T13:24:00.000-08:00

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Find and buy Atlanta Thrashers Tickets at Ticketmaster.com

2010-03-04T13:22:00.000-08:00

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Slow Cooker-Sweet and Spicy Chicken

2010-03-03T19:57:00.000-08:00

I was attracted to this recipe becasue there are only 5 main ingredients, the last two are use as needed...I used them:-)

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 9 hours

Ingredients:

2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken thighs, sliced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 onion, chopped

1 cup purchased sweet and sour sauce

3/4 cup purchased barbecue sauce

1-2 Tbsp. cornstarch, if needed

2 Tbsp. water, if needed

Preparation:

Combine all ingredients in 4-5 quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours until chicken is thoroughly cooked. If you'd like a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl and add to the liquid; cover and cook 10-15 minutes until thickened. Serve over hot cooked rice or couscous. 6 servings

I cooked this on high for 5 hours and it was perfect. My Hubby loved the sweetness of the chicken.
I also added 1 bell pepper cut into chunks.
I served it over uncle ben's already cooked basmati rice(see pic) below. I was not sure how the rice would come out seeing as it's already cooked and all you do is pop it in the microwave for 90 seconds. To my Hubby and My surprise it was good!
I'll be picking up more this weekend.

Yes, I'll make this again!

Cheers

http://busycooks.about.com/od/chickenrecipe1/r/sweetspicychix.htm

Slow Cooker-Sunset Chicken

2010-03-03T13:04:00.000-08:00

Here's another recipe from Sandra Lee that I tried a couple of weeks ago but I am just posting....bad
blogger:-)
Sunset Chicken

5 quart slow cooker

4 mixed bell peppers cut into thick strips

2 lbs chicken breast tenders

salt and pepper

2 tbsp salt free citrus herd seasoning

1 cup Catalina dressing

2 tbsp frozen orange juice concentrate,thawed

1. Place bell peppers in bottom of slow cooker

2. Season both side of chicken tenders with salt,pepper, and citrus herb seasoning. Place in slow cooker on top of bell peppers

3. In a small bowl,stir together Catalina dressing and orange juice concentrate. Pour in slow cooker over chicken.

4. Cover and cook on low setting for 3 to 4 hours.

I actually used bone in chicken breast(it's what I had in the house) and cooked it for 6 hours on low.

I served it over rice.

The prep time was fairly quick. Less than 10 min.

The dish is quite tasty. I would definitely make it again but this time with the tenders just to see how it comes out.

Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade slow cooker recipes 2.

Buckhead Restaurant Week

2010-03-01T18:01:00.000-08:00

Here's a great way to try a new restaurant and have a three course meal at a fixed price.
How does one choose with so many good offerings?

http://www.brwatlanta.com/

Cheers

Another Smoothie Creation

2010-03-01T13:26:00.000-08:00

The green monster smoothie has inspired me to try my hand at making more smoothies but still sticking with the green veggie concept. This past weekend I picked up some plain soy milk instead of vanilla and frozen pineapple chunks.
Here are the ingredients:

1 cup soy milk

4 ice cubes(from an ice tray)

8 frozen pineapple chunks

1/2 of a banana

1/2 cup spinach

The result was still green(see below) but it had a different taste. I enjoyed it and will make it again adding another 1/2 cup of spinach. I still want to get as much green veggies as possible in yeah know:-)

Half Off Depot

2010-02-24T08:56:00.000-08:00

Here's a great site for half off deals. I know there are a few sites with half off deals for restaurants but this site also has deals on Fitness, Hotels and the Aquarium in addition to restaurants.
Check the link below for more details.
Happy Shopping.......

http://halfoffdepot.com/atlanta/all-products

Cheers

Wildfire Atlanta-1/2 off starters

2010-02-24T08:48:00.000-08:00

Seems a lot of restaurants are doing this now to attract the after hour crowds. I guess it's a win win situation for the business owner and customer.
Here's a link to WildFire Atlanta for more information.
http://www.wildfirerestaurant.com/events-news/join-us-half-price-starters-every-week-night-wildfire

Cheers

Green Smoothie-Part II

2010-02-23T16:00:00.000-08:00

As I wrote yesterday my green monster smoothie was more like a purple monster smoothie(see previous post for pic)
Today my hubbie made the smoothie(with full ingredients not half as I did yesterday) and well......shaking my head, his definitely looks more green than mine. Have a look for yourself

He did a great job and it was still tasty! I will definitely be making this in the mornings at least for the next couple of weeks because my chocolate GNC Shake was getting a little boring AND this taste a little better.

Green Monster Smoothie?

2010-02-22T17:53:00.000-08:00

I have heard so much about this smoothie that I decided I was going to get the ingredients this weekend and try the darn thing.
Welllll my green monster smoothie was more like a purple moster smoothie(see pic below).
I have to say that I only used half of each ingredient listed becasue my hubbie was already gone for the morning and I didn't want to end up with too much.
The smoothie was quite tasty. I didn't even taste a hint of the spinach which is what I most afraid of when setting out on this adventure. I am going to try again tomorrow without cutting the ingredients in half and see how I make out.

Here's the recipe:

2 cups spinach

1 cup silk vanilla light soy milk

1/2 cup blue berries,raw

1 banana

1/2 cup ice

I have seen different variations of this recipe so don't be surprised if you see it elsewhere changed up a little.

"ZING ZANG ZOOM"Circus-Discount Tickets

2010-02-18T17:23:00.000-08:00

From the Travelzoo Newsdesk:

ATLANTA--FEBRUARY 18, 2010-- This weekend only, see Ringling

Bros. and Barnum & Bailey's "Zing Zang Zoom" in Atlanta

starting at $7.

The following ticket prices are available at half off:

- Upper Level ... $7 (reg. $14)

- Upper Level ... $11 (reg. $22)

- Lower Level .... $14 (reg. $28)

- VIP Lower Level ... $30 (reg. $60)

The above pricing is valid for these shows at Philips Arena:

- Friday, Feb. 19 at 7:30 p.m.

- Saturday, Feb. 20 at 11 a.m., 3 p.m., 7 p.m.

- Sunday, Feb. 21 at 12 p.m., 4 p.m.

For more information and to buy these tickets, click below.

Enter the code "ZANG" in the promo box. Additional fees of

$3.75-$4.75 per ticket and $3.60 per order will be added.

http://www.travelzoo.com/newsflash/72096169-755522/

BONE HEADS-YUM!

2010-02-11T17:14:00.000-08:00

Today I treated myself to a quiet lunch for one at Boneheads in the Perimeter. I have eaten here before but never blogged about it.
I went around 2:30pm so it was nice and quiet.
I had the grilled Salmon with the pineapple salsa. The sides were yellow rice and black beans with corn.

Overall the food was good. The rice was a little dry.
Service-Well you go up to the counter and order and then they bring the food to your table. The food came quick and I honestly can't even remember the person I ordered from.
Price-Good $
Interior-I would say maybe 6-8 booths and the rest are small tables. I was a little cold inside and had to put my coat back on.
Would I go back? For sure.....although I dodn't order it this time I really enjoy their shrimp soft tacos

Ohhh the only thing not good about going here is the parking. Should you fnd yourself there at lunch time you may have a difficult time finding a close parking spot. My office os close by so on warm days I walk over.

Bone Heads
4511 Olde Perimeter Way
Atlanta, GA 30346
(770) 206-4800
http://www.eatboneheads.com/index.aspx

Let it snow let it snow let it snow.....Update

2010-01-11T13:19:00.000-08:00

So if you didn't hear, it snowed here in Atlanta-yay!
I sooo enjoyed looking at the snow. In the area where I was it was not quite enough for a snow man but the kids I saw running around outside didn't care.
The ONLY down side was the next morning there was ICE everywhere. Most schools completely shut down.
People who did go into work including myself had a VERY slippery drive.

A road that normally takes me 10-15 minutes to travel on took about 45 minutes. Not only was I looking out for my car but I was looking to make sure the cars in front of me were not slipping and sliding all over the place.
Driving on ice is not fun at all!
The weather is calling for a light snow again this week.
We'll have to wait and see.

Let it snow let it snow let it snow......

2010-01-07T14:04:00.000-08:00

.....well so far the jokes on us here Atlanta! We were expecting snow today but so far it's been snow flurries spotted here and there:(
Most of the schools in Atlanta and the surrounding areas closed early in anticipation of the snow.
I am from Texas so it's not like I have been around snow my entire life but it would be nice to get a little snow here, just enough for it to stick.
I am not giving up yet. My fingers are still crossed for some of the white stuff to fall and stick.

Chappy Lips.......awwwww relief

2010-01-06T15:23:00.000-08:00

I left the house this morning without my chap stick and I REALLY needed it because the weather was brutal and my lips needed relief so I found myself in walmart looking for chap stick. The first thing that caught my eye was the package....purple is my favorite color:-) After reading the description I decided to give it a try and I am glad that I did. I LOVE this stuff. So smooth and silky! The tube is actually like a lipstick tube which is pretty neat. I will be leaving this tube in the office and purchasing another for the house....yes I will finish my "old" chap stick that I left at home.

My First Egg White Omelet

2010-01-04T15:47:00.000-08:00

Here is where I went:
J. Christophers

(678) 213-0312
1675 Cumberland Pky SE
Smyrna, GA 30080
http://www.jchristophers.com/

Here is what I ate:
The Goddess
Menu Description-Hold the yolks! An egg white omelet with diced tomato, spinach and Feta cheese. I added oven roasted potatoes and wheat toast.
I really enjoyed the omelet!I never had an e gg white omelet but I always wanted to try so I thought what the heck, it's a new year. I am so glad I did becasue I enjoyed it and I will order it from now on as I know it's a healthier option.

I sat at the front bar for breakfast. My server was friendly. The food came out hot and fast. They kept the coffee coming which is a plus in my book. I will definitely go back.Oh if you're going on a Sunday morning I rec you get there no later than 10am. I watched this place get packed quick!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

2010-01-04T15:38:00.000-08:00

I resolve to blog more in 2010!!
I know that sounds simple right but as much as I eat out and try new recipes I have the hardest time logging on and getting it done.
I don't usually do "New Year's Resolutions" but I figured what the heck.

Good luck to me:-)

Cami Cakes......Cupcakes yum!!!!

2009-11-11T18:49:00.000-08:00

One of our local radio producers Nina Brown from V 103 had been talking about these really good cup cakes by a company called Cami Cakes. I kept saying I was going to try them but never took the time to go and check them out. Well today happened to be a co workers Birthday and I know he likes sweet stuff and was pretty sure he had not tried cami cakes so I used his Birthday as an excuse to get it in gear and go!

Boy oh boy I am sooooo happy that I did. First off all when you hit the door, it smells amazing. The young ladies behind the counter were very nice and patient as I had no idea what I wanted to get because there is so much too choose from.

I did a variety mix for my co worker and I had the Banana Cream for myself....delish! The icing was just sweet enough. The cupcake was moist and did not fall apart when I took a bit.

Presentation for me is big. The cupcakes look exactly as they do on the web site and they are given to you in a cute pink box. I want to have a party just so I can display the cupcakes.

The shop is small,pink and clean.

Price-Good-$2.50 per cupcake

Location-Good-On Peachtree Rd in a strip mall where you can enter and exit at a light. for those who travel Peachtree Rd you know how important this is for a driver.

Service-Good-Service with a smile.

Will I go back? For sure!!!!!!

Details

Website:

http://camicakes.com/home.html

Address:
2221 Peachtree Road
Atlanta,GA 30309

Slow Cooker-Chicken With Red Onion Salsa

2009-11-09T14:00:00.000-08:00

I have had this Sara Lee Semi-Homemade Slow Cooker Recipes II cookbook for about a year now and have never used it! I have decided that I will try a recipe from the book at least once a month.
Below is the first dish-Chicken With Red Onion Salsa

Ingredients
4 chicken breasts, rinsed and patted dry
2 tablespoons Mexican seasoning

2 (10 ounce) cans Ro-Tel tomatoes

1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 medium red onions, peeled and finely diced

Directions
1. Season both sides of chicken breasts with Mexican seasoning and set aside.(I used adobe seasoning and hot chilli powder) 2. In a medium bowl, stir together diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and onions.
3. Pour half of salsa mixture in the bottom of a 5-quart slow cooker; Add chicken and top with remaining salsa mixture.
4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 6 hours.

The dish came out good and was quite tasty. I served it with yellow rice.
Easy breezy dish!

Shoes,Shoes, and more Shoes....

2009-10-30T13:21:00.000-07:00

I have just discovered 6pm.com....to be exact http://www.6pm.com/
The site has huge discounts on shoes,clothes,bags and more.
What a great site to discover as we go into the holiday shopping season.

Happy Shopping!!!!!

Blog needs love....

2009-10-28T13:49:00.000-07:00

Okay so I have been neglecting my blog for awhile and I need to get on the ball blogging and getting some traffic here:-)
So I am sooooo far behind this year with Halloween. I love to get pumpkins(usually store bought) and display them around the house and outside prior to Halloween.
I have yet to do this and Halloween is this weekend.
Well I've decided to try out a Pumpkin Patch that's been getting a lot of buzz here in Atlanta Burt's Farm http://www.burtsfarm.com/ .I will be sure to write a review
and post pics if we make it out there.

$$$ WIN A $25.00 AMEX GIFT CARD

2009-09-30T15:05:00.000-07:00

I simply need feed back about my blog or any restaurants suggestions(IN ATLANTA) you might have. I will randomly choose a winner on Saturday. The contest ends midnight Friday 10-2/09
Good Luck and thanks in advance for the feedback!

The 6th Annual Harvest Midtown Atlanta!

2009-09-28T13:33:00.000-07:00

Please see link below for all of the details!

http://harvestmidtown.com/

WHYNATTELATTE

2009-09-23T13:23:00.000-07:00

I discovered this FABULOUS coffe/enery drink. I know I know there are a lot of these on the market but this one is different.
#1 It gives you the energy without the jitters.
#2 The taste--yum! It's light and creamy
#3 Last but not least, only 100 calories!

The website link is below for locations where the beverage is sold and you can also have it shipped to you!
http://www.whynatte.com/

Helping those without food

2009-09-15T14:44:00.000-07:00

Clearly I love to eat! I also love to help those in need. I try to collect food from friends and family throughout the year but especially around the holidays.
I know there are a lot of charities out there so please make sure you are doing your part and give back.
We give the food to our local saint vincent de paul.

Cobb County Restaurant Week

2009-09-15T14:29:00.000-07:00

I live in Cobb County but didn't realize thay had a restaurant week until I was driving on 285 and saw the marquee at the Cobb Galleria. I plan to indulge:-)

http://www.cobbcvb.com/restaurantweek/

FREE DESSERT AT MIMI'S CAFE

2009-08-12T14:15:00.000-07:00

Good food good atmosphere! Click below to print out your free dessert coupon

http://www.mimiscafe.com/DessertCoupon.aspx

Yogli Mogli-Not your everday soft serve yogurt

2009-08-08T15:58:00.000-07:00

Yogli Mogli
I had heard some really positive reviews of this place so I finally made my way in.
Most of the reviews I heard said expect a long line but to my surprise on a Saturday around 1:30pm there were only 3 people ahead of me.
Here's the run down:
You walk in grab a cup(they are all one size) and serve yourself to several different choices. I decided on a cheesecake and strawberry mix.
You then step up to the toppings there were hard toppings like candy and soft toppings of fruit.
I chose butterfinger(just a little),strawberries and kiwi.
You are charged by the ounce(.39) but for all I just described my total was just over 3 bucks-not bad!
There is a high bar with chairs inside and a small amount of sitting outside. I took my treat to go. I ate it in about two miles!!
I will be back for sure.
Location:
6595 Roswell Rd., Atlanta,GA
30328

www.yoglimogli.com

NEW Q Tip Vanity Pack!!!

2009-07-31T15:01:00.000-07:00

I know I am not the only one to be drawn to cute packaging? Check out the new q tip vanity pack. Oh how cute this will be in my bathroom:-)
http://www.qtips.com/products.php

Pet AIRWAYS!!!!!

2009-07-22T11:43:00.000-07:00

Attention fur baby mama's and daddy's there is now an airline exclusively for pets and they DO NOT fly in cargo!!!
Check out the site below.

http://petairways.com/

Taste of Asia Week-Atlanta

2009-07-22T11:25:00.000-07:00

I received this invite on e mail today and thought I would share. I have never participated but plan to do so. http://www.tasteofasiaweek.com/

Saigon Cafe-Pho Sho!

2009-07-15T15:08:00.000-07:00

I met a friend hear for lunch because I hear the Pho is very good!

Time: 1:15pm

We were promptly greeted at the door and seen to a table. The restaurant was about 70% full.

One server brought us out water almost as soon as we sat down and a few minutes later another server came over and took our order.

I ordered the Medium Pho Bowl(chicken) with an order of Fresh shrimp and pork spring rolls(not fried)

The Springs Rolls came out in about 10-15 minutes and were very good! The wrapping was nice and the fillings inside seemed very fresh.
I have had them before and the wrapping was slightly stiff.

About 10 minutes after the rolls came out the Pho Bowls came out.
My goodness-nice and pipping hot just the way I LIKE it!
All of the chicken was white meat. No traces of dark meat.
I don't think I lifted my head out of the bowl more than 2 times.

Service-Great-Re filled our drinks, asked were we okay and had a smile the entire time.
Oh and when he saw me look up and around almost instantly he said "do you need a fork?" "Yes please", I replied:-)

Food-Great!

Price-AWESOME-$6.50 for a medium bowl!!!

Interior-Average in terms of decorations but very very clean

Would I go back? Yes for sure!!!!

Why can't this place be on Buford Hwy. I just hate fighting that I-85 traffic:(

Location:3675 Satellite Blvd,
#750
Duluth,GA 30096
770-232-5070

Korean Anyone....Han IL Kwan

2009-07-13T17:31:00.000-07:00

I ended up here for lunch as one of my favorite Pho places was closed as they were on VACATION!
Um excuse me you can't go on vacation when I have a Pho craving....just kidding.
I ventured to Han IL Kwan which is a Korena Restuarant. I heard the Golbi is good so since I am a Golbi fan I figured why not.

Food-Good-I had the Golbi Lunch Box-Golbi,3 california rolls,salad,white rice and tempura veggies and a pice of shrimp. The Golbi was very tasty.
While waiting on the food(which is typical of most Korean Restuarants) they bring you out small dishes of various pickled vegetables and a soup. I enjoyed maybe half of them. Favs-Seaweed, Kimchi, and the soup.

Service-Good-Everyone was friendly and served us quickly.

Price-Good-under $12.00

I would definitely good back.

Location:
5458 Buford Hwy
Doraville,GA 30340
770-457-3217

AWWWWW BBQ in Austell

2009-07-09T11:58:00.000-07:00

Several months ago Sonny's BBQ in Austell closed which left ZERO options for BBQ. I was not a huge Sonny's fan but those times when I wanted some BBQ it was there.
How happy I was when I passed by Mr D's BBQ. Small bldg with a big truck parked outside,flashing lights and a sign that read free samples...I am in!
After talking to the smoke master and him finding out I am from Texas the home of brisket he offered up a nice sized sample of brisket...um um good!
Since I had a good sampling of the brisket I ordered something I thought most people would eat which is the chicken, here's my review....
Service-Good(Service with a smile)
Interior-Small but clean, most people were getting to go orders.
Food-I had Chicken,Yams , Baked Beans and a corn bread muffin. The chicken was a little drier than what I like but good overall.
Yams and Baked Beans were good.
The cornbread muffin taste like it was not baked fully. Taste a bit like dough.
Price-$9.45 1/2 a chicken,yams,baked beans and a corn bread muffin-Not bad.
I would go back as I am a big BBQ eater and this is the ONLY place in the neighborhood.

Location:
5029 Austell Rd
Austell, GA 30106
(770) 941-1297

Who knew food could be good-Six Feet Under

2009-07-08T13:40:00.000-07:00

Food-A-I had the shrimp tacos(soft) with the home fries. The tacos were good. I could have done without the home fries.....very hard. I also had a root beer which I have not had in a lonnnnng time. Very refreshing:-)My girlfriend had the shrimp Po Boy-She said it was good(not as big and tasty as the ones in New Orleans) but good.
Service B-Felt like we were sitting there about 10 minute's. We finally called the host over who took and delivered our drink order. I went on this trip with a girlfriend but I do plan to go back with my hubbie.
Prices-A-$10.50 for the tacos and $9.50 for the Po-Boy.

Location:
415 Memorial Dr SE ,Atlanta, GA 30312(404) 523-6664

Chateau Elan-Night Golf Experience

2009-07-08T13:19:00.000-07:00

If you are looking for a STAYCATION that your husband will love check out Chateau Elan's Night Golf Experience.
http://www.chateauelan.com/exclusives/night-golf/

While he's golfing you can relax at the SPA!
Chateau Elan is one of my favorite local get away's especially when they discount the rooms and SPA services!!!!!!

Make sure to book reservations at Versailles. The dinner buffet on the weekend is delish!

http://www.chateauelan.com/epicurean/restaurant/versailles/

White SANGRIA-YUMMY

2009-07-07T14:16:00.000-07:00

My plan for the 4th of July weekend was to prepare a brunch menu.
While looking for ideas to cook a brunch menu I came across a recipe for White Sangria. Seeing this made me put White Sangira in my google search engine and low and behold there are lots of recipes for this drink.
I took a little from this recipe and a little from that recipe and came up with a really delicious, refreshing drink. Here yeah gooo......
Put the following in a closed container for at least 24 hours then enjoy
I picked up a glass container at Walmart with the spout at the bottom and closed top.

2 bottles of Riesling
The juice of 2 oranges
1 orange sliced
1 lemon sliced
1 lime sliced
1 apple sliced
Approximately 15 strawberries sliced
1/2 cup of pine apple
2 kiwis sliced
1 1/2 cups of sugar melted down with a small amount of water.
I put the sugar in last and stirred everything up.

Easy recipe that came out pretty good.
Please let me know if you try this and how it works out for you.

Atlanta Eats and Stuff ....5,4,3,2,1 we're off

2009-07-07T14:00:00.000-07:00

I am so excited to be starting a BLOG about something I LOVE which is food,eating and travel in a city that I have called home for over 10 years-ATLANTA.

I guess living here over 10 years makes me an official Georgia Peach Yall!

I hope that you will find this BLOG informative and entertaining.

From time to my Darling Hubbie will also join me in blogging.

Thanks for stopping by