Evening Edge

Want to take something a little different to your basketball-watching party? Here are several suggestions to pique your palate. To get any of the items in quantity, be sure to call ahead.

A sushi platter from Trader Joe's: The grab-and-go plates ($5.99) hold about 15 pieces, including California rolls, halibut rolls and shrimp nigiri, and are accompanied by wasabi, and ginger and soy sauces. With five locations, including Midtown (404-815-9210), Marietta (678-560-3585), Roswell (770-645-8505), Norcross (678-966-9236) and Sandy Springs (404-236-2414). www.traderjoes.com.

Lamb spring rolls from Alon's: Ground lamb, cabbage, celery and carrots tuck into Oriental-style finger food, served with a sesame-soy sauce for dipping. $2.99 each. Locations in Virginia-Highland (404-872-6000) and the recently opened store across from Perimeter Mall (678-397-1781). www.alons.com

Wings from Publix: A variety of flavors include hot and spicy, Mardi Gras (rosemary flavored), mojo (citrus-garlic flavor), Oriental glaze and orange glaze. Fried chicken drumettes are also available for those who like their chicken less gussied up. At metro locations. Prices vary per pound, depending on variety. www.publix.com

Pick up Almond Chicken Skewers or Fire Grilled Chicken from Fresh to Order, which specializes in fast-casual and gourmet food for under $10 per person. Long platters offer the option for add-ons such as garlic mashed potatoes, sweet mashed potatoes, grilled vegetables. or a fruit salad. Catering is available, but call well in advance. Locations are Midtown, (404-593-2333); Sandy Springs, (404-567-8646); Johns Creek, (678-720-9333); and Cumberland Mall, (678-564-1400). www.fresh2order.com.

—Ann Noell, anoell@ajc.com and Brian O'Shea, bposhea@ajc.com

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