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May 2006
Cluck Cluck
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Check out our take on McDonald’s new southern style chicken sandwich this week in Living. It looks an awful lot like Chik-Fil-A. What do you think? Who’s tried one?
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Flying Biscuits Everywhere?
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
With its gigantic signature cats’ head biscuits and quirky bohemian charm, the Flying Biscuit Cafe quickly rose to become one of Atlanta’s favorite breakfast eateries after its original Candler Park location opened in 1993.
But would it have the same appeal if there were one located on practically every street corner? Raving Brands, the Atlanta-based owner of Moe’s Southwest Grill, Doc Green’s Gourmet Salads, and Shane’s Rib Shack, just announced that it has bought the beloved restaurants with the intention of franchising it into a chain.
Besides Candler Park, there is also a Flying Biscuit in Midtown at 10th Street and Piedmont Avenue. With this plan, there would be 50 Flying Biscuit locations in 2007 and another 50 in 2008.
Is this good news?
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Midcity Marvels
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
With Nic Boer leaving, I’m wondering what the fate of this tony brasserie will be. There’s been such a lot of turmoil since the new owners — who I believe are sincere in their efforts but sometimes misguided — took over. Who will the next chef be?
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Mint Juleps 101
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
I’ve never been a bourbon drinker, but my first visit to Churchill Downs last weekend inspired me to attempt to master a mint julep. I couldn’t resist ordering one while I placed some bets on a few horses, chosen primarily for their colorful names — like Lemon Bar (all losers, of course.) The famous drink came in a decorative glass with lots of slushy ice, a tall mint sprig and a shot of …well, not exactly Kentucky’s finest. I took a few sips and dumped the rest, but kept the glass as a souvenir. Before the big race this weekend, can anyone give me pointers on how to make a GREAT mint julep? Do I have to go out and buy a set of silver tumblers? Any bourbon recommendations? And how about muddling that mint — someone today told me that it was important to let it steep in the fridge overnight. Is this true?
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