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The Plaza Theater – Back to the Big Screen

The Plaza Theater – Back to the Big Screen

One thing I’ve missed in the pandemic is going to the movies. My favorite place to see a movie is the Plaza Theater. Sure, during the pandemic they set up a drive-in in the back parking lot. And I LOVED seeding Clint Eastwood in Fistful…

Dumplings from Northern China Eatery – a perfect start to the Lunar New Year

Dumplings from Northern China Eatery – a perfect start to the Lunar New Year

Happy Chinese New Year!! I decided the best way to kick off the Lunar New Year was with dumplings. So, tonight I ordered takeout from one of my favorite restaurants on Buford Highway, Northern China Eatery. In my humble opinion, they have the best dumplings…

Lazy Betty – Atlanta, GA

Lazy Betty – Atlanta, GA

For various reasons, I’ve been erring on the side of caution with COVID19. To support my favorite local restaurants I’ve been getting takeout, but last week I was finally ready to eat out again. Well, at least eat out on a patio. Since it was my first dinner out in months I decided to go big and eat at Lazy Betty. During the COVID lockdown I got takeout from them several times and it was always amazing, so D and I went and got the 8-course tasting menu. It was amazing. I would try to describe it, but I wouldn’t do it justice, so I’ll let the pictures do the talking.

PS – Get the wine pairings, but only if you have a designated driver.

Lazy Betty
1530 Dekalb Ave. NE, Atlanta, Ga 30307
404-975-3692

Amuse
Amuse: Ricotta tart & duck cigar
Biscuit
Biscuit with cherry butter

Cucumber Cannelloni
Cucumber Cannelloni, Horseradish Panna Cotta, Borshct

Cauliflower 'Bone Marrow'
Cauliflower ‘Bone Marrow’, Vidalia Marmalade, Sourdough

Shrimp Causa
Shrimp Causa, Avocado Mousse, Aji-Potato Emulsion

Ravioli doppo
Ravioli Doppio, Roasted Fall Squash, Caramelized Sunchoke

Roasted Scallop
Roasted Scallop, Crusted Salsify, Buttermilk-Sake Veloute

Dry Aged Duck
Dry Aged Duck, Vadouvan Spiced Carrots, Burnt Onion Jus

Raspberry. Yuzu Ganache, Raspberry Hibiscus Sorbet
Raspberry. Yuzu Ganache, Raspberry Hibiscus Sorbet

Petit Fours
Petit Fours

Escape to Atlanta Botanical Gardens

Escape to Atlanta Botanical Gardens

Under normal circumstances I would be going someplace far away and fun this summer. Sadly, COVID19 has clipped my wings. I know some people are starting to travel,  but until my mom gets through her upcoming surgery I’m playing it safe. Given that, I’m looking…

Looking forward to dinner at La Tavola

Looking forward to dinner at La Tavola

During the pandemic one of the things I’ve missed most is going out to restaurants with friends. One of my favorite restaurants has always been La Tavola in Virginia Highlands. I always look forward to La Tavola: Molto Monday pasta, birthday dinners, Sunday brunch, summer…