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Did you say Baconfest?

Bacon, bacon, bacon. Bacon, bacon, bacon. How many times can you say Baconfest? It was that kind of sunshine-y day where run on sentences and bacon were acceptable to eat in mass quantities for breakfast, lunch, dinner plus everything in between, and drown that out with a whole bunch of Sierra Nevada beer just made sense. The lines were intimidating at first, but then enough people gave up and eventually I got my hands on some bacon. Denim is apparently required bacon-eating attire. Somewhere along the way macaroni and cheese sounded like a good idea... Nah, need more bacon. On my way out a random lady gave me this flying wooden pig art. It was hidden in the park the whole day, and no one had found it so she gave it to me... for our art wall! With unlimited bacon and brews, this was an epic day.
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Southern Apps & Drinks @ Sweet Auburn Barbecue

Or is it BBQ ? Either way you can't go wrong when ordering Southern appetizers and drinks. On a fine young evening on Highland Ave the women of #AFBS gathered around a heavy high-top table. Settled conveniently near the kitchen and the bar this called for a round of refreshing cocktails and starters. Eternal Sunshine. Sweet, Bright, Spotless. Cocktail menu changes seasonally, so get in and enjoy! Next up a mouth watering round of starters. Have no words for this Asian-inspired barbecue sauce... except I want more. Candied BACON was by far my favorite thing on this plate. Housemade and the perfect mix of sweet and savory. And I bid you adieu with these Southern Fried Wontons XOX

Atlanta Street Food Festival #ASFF14

The third annual Atlanta Street Food Festival seemed like a huge success this past weekend as the lines just got longer with the afternoon hours. A row of over 40 Atlanta food trucks gathered in Piedmont Park for a day of food, music and fun. The whole experience reminded me of a modern tapas while dining al fresco...  Only it felt we were melting at about 100 degrees, and had to get hydrated upon arrival. "Vodka with Lemonade Chaser" as they say, this is a dangerously delicious drink in the heat. (I could have ordered a gallon, easy.) Proceeds from the event were donated to The Giving Kitchen, a non-profit Atlanta charity that supports restaurant community workers in times of need. Get more information here: The TGK Story Chicken Teriyaki Rice @ Bento Bus Mixed Brown/White Rice, Lettuce, Green Onions, Protein, Signature Sauce, Tempura Bits & Nori My first experience at this truck was excellent. Loved being able to choose a protein to go with

Murphy's Meatless Monday Dinner

I was recently invited by the Atlanta Food Bloggers' Society to experience Chef Ian Winslade's meatless creations and wine pairings from Murphy's Restaurant wine experts. At the heart of Virginia Highlands neighborhood, Murphy's has been a regular on my brunch rotation so I was excited to try dinner for a change. Meatless Monday has been something I've incorporated for a few years now as part of a healthy lifestyle. In general it's better for our bodies and the environment to go meat-free at least one day a week, and if more people made this change I believe it could have a profound impact on our lives. Read on to get the details on this deliciousness. Now, on to the wining and dining! The Wine Shop Before being seated we stepped into Murphy's Wine Shop, a quaint corner of the restaurant stocked with wines from around the world. Michael Kunz, our Wine Consultant for the evening, greeted us and poured a few glasses of Ca' Furlan Pr

Spring Herb Garden

Having an herb garden has been on my list for quite some time. The weather has been so great lately and got into the gardening mood, so I picked up all the supplies needed to make this wish list item come to life. Assortment of organic potted herbs Gardening container Organic fertilized soil Basic gardening tools: gloves, mini shovel and watering can Someone remind me why it took so long to do this?! The whole project took about an hour, including the trip to the market and garden center for supplies. Living in an apartment means that the only outside space is the little patio. Good thing it gets a fair amount of sun from morning to early afternoon! The hooks that came with the gardening container (lined with coconut shell) did not attach well to the guard rail. The plan is to get some s-hooks or snap hooks to clip it onto the metal. Overall I'm happy with this little project, and it's been fun to pinch fresh herbs for meals too. I see more mint spritzers and ba

[Recipe] Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie

Inflammation has been identified by numerous researchers to be the underlying cause of a wide range of health issues and diseases. Lately, I've experienced some health concerns and have been working to reduce inflammation in my body overall. I try to buy mostly everything organic to avoid chemicals, additives and pesticides. The closer to nature I can get, the better! Green smoothies help me start the day off right with plant power and natural energy. This recipe is for a healthy smoothie that also fights inflammation. Here are a few ingredient highlights: Spinach:  In general, leafy greens pack a strong nutritional punch. For reducing inflammation, spinach in particular has beta-carotene, vitamin C and vitamin K. Just one cup of spinach has 987.2% of the daily value of vitamin K! Blueberries:   These lovely little berries have a ton of phytonutrients that act as antioxidants, help to reduce inflammation and combat free radicals. Plus they make the smoothie a pretty shade