In case you missed it, here’s what happened in the Atlanta food and dining scene from Jan. 30-Feb. 5:
Openings and news:
Old Fourth Ward pizza restaurant Ammazza is opening a second location in Decatur
Take a first look at Rreal Tacos in Midtown
What was rated the top brewery in Georgia?
The latest on the opening of Angus Brown's spots Ama and 8 Arm (and the closing of Lusca)
Gus's Fried Chicken to add more metro Atlanta locations
The Mall of Georgia is having a big week: Locations of Garrett's Popcorn and bubble tea cafe Bubbleology is set to open Feb. 6.
Biltong Bar opened at Ponce City Market Feb. 1.
Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe opened a new location in Lenox Square Mall this week.
Jeff Banks left as lead bartender at The Luminary to work at the soon-to-be-opened Brush Sushi Izakaya, according to Eater Atlanta. Shanna Mayo, formerly of Victory Sandwich Bar and SOS Tiki Bar, will replace him, at least temporarily.
Istanblue owner Okan Ozyurteri is gearing up to open Lavash, a Middle Eastern fast casual concept on Pharr Road, as well as a new Mexican restaurant in the former Buckhead Tavern space, according to What Now Atlanta
Sublime Donuts is set to open a second location at The Village at Druid Hills, in mid-March, according to Tomorrow's News Today. A third Sandy Springs location is also planned for this year.
Trends, roundups, recipes and reviews:
5 of the best places in Atlanta to try hand pies
Learn how to build a better cocktail
This Buford Highway dish should be your latest obsession
Does it seem like Nashville Hot Chicken is everywhere these days? That's because it is.
Seafood steps into the spotlight at W.H. Stiles Fish Camp
Super Bowl:
5 mouthwatering Super Bowl recipes
Where to watch Super Bowl 50 in Atlanta
Tackle the urge to overeat with these tips
4 places to order food from for Super Bowl
The best chili recipes for your Super Bowl party
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