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Pea Ridge Kitchen & Bar
Pea Ridge Kitchen & Bar is set to open on May 19 in the former Country Cafe space just off the Lawrenceville Highway exit from I-285. John Peter Casey, Patrick Dunn, formerly of Leon's Full Service, and Brian Hogan, of Shorty's Pizza, are partnering on the restaurant that's named for the abundance of pea farms that once occupied the Decatur-meets-Tucker corridor. In a restaurant billed as "serving simple fresh foods, made from scratch, and served with love in a fun atmosphere," look for starters, salads and sandwiches, plus four weekly seasonal entrees. 2607 Lawrenceville Highway, Decatur. 470-268-4051, pearidgerestaurant.com.
Westside Farmers Market
The Westside Provisions District Farmers Market is set to debut on May 17. Hosted in partnership with Community Farmers Markets, which also operates outdoor markets in East Atlanta, Grant Park and Decatur, the Westside market will be open every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., through Sunday, Sept. 27. Look for fresh produce, baked goods, flowers and more from local farmers, artisans and District tenants, such as Preserving Place and West Egg Café, plus chef demos and tastings featuring area restaurants. farmatl.org/markets/westside.
Woodfire Grill Family Reunion
Owner Nicolas Quinones recently announced that Woodfire Grill would close after the restaurant's final dinner service on May 20. But on May 18, you can join Quinones and nine former Woodfire chefs for what's billed as a Woodfire Grill Family Reunion, featuring a nine-course tasting menu with optional wine pairings. Conspicuous in his absence is Kevin Gillespie of Gunshow, who will be out of the country. $138. Reservations required. 1782 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta. 404-347-9055, woodfiregrill.com.
Don Antonio Buckhead closed
The Buckhead location of Don Antonio by Starita, which opened in the former STG Trattoria space on West Paces Ferry Road in January 2014, has closed. The New York-based pizzeria announced the news on Facebook: "Sadly, we regret to inform you that Don Antonio in Buckhead has closed. We truly enjoyed Atlanta, felt embraced by the community & thank you for your patronage." facebook.com/donantonioatlanta.
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