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Novo Cucina in Dunwoody
Novo Cucina, the new fast casual restaurant from Riccardo Ullio of Fritti and Sotto Sotto in Inman Park, is now open in Dunwoody Village. The menu mixes antipasti and pizza from Fritti and pasta and risotto dishes from Sotto Sotto. Former Atlanta Journal-Constitution dining critic and pastry chef Meridith Ford is creating a daily selection of 18 gelato and sorbet flavors. The self-serve Enomatic wine system features California and Italian wines. 5592 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Atlanta. 470-275-3000, novocucina.com.
Bangkok Station in Buckhead
Bangkok Station is open on Pharr Road in Buckhead, featuring a restaurant experience inspired by the railroad system of Thailand. On the menu of "Thai Innovations" from owner Ratinthon Nithithanawut and chef Paul Maphu, find selections from sections such as the "starter station," the "curry station," the "grill station" and the "rice and noodle station." There's a daily lunch menu with regionally inspired entrees, and a full bar with draft beer and craft cocktails. 550 Pharr Road, Suite 101, Atlanta. 404-343-4665, bangkokstationatlanta.com.
Pizza Crosta in Sandy Springs
Pizza Crosta is open for lunch and dinner at the Prado in Sandy Springs, with a "dipping station" similar to a salsa bar, featuring fresh spices, oils and dips for guests to enjoy as pizza crust condiments. Owned and operated by Sam Abdullah and the team behind Buckhead Pizza Company, the counter service, baked-to-order concept also features salads, chicken wings, savory and dessert breadsticks, and gluten-free options. 5590 Roswell Road, Suite A-140, Sandy Springs. 404-843-1200, pizzacrosta.com.
Orpheus Brewing Year One
Founder and brewmaster Jason Pellett and his business partners Andrew Lorber and Will Arnold debuted Orpheus Brewing on Memorial Day weekend in 2014. A year later, they will celebrate their first anniversary with a series of tasting sessions Saturday-Monday at the brewery, dubbed "Orpheus Brewing Year One." Look for plenty of Belgian-style sour beers, plus special barrel-aged offerings. $18 per session. 1440 Dutch Valley Place N.E., Atlanta. xorbia.com/e/orpheusbrewing/orpheus-brewings-first-anniversary.
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