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Monica Shaffer and Matt McLean wait for their tour to start at Oakland Cemetery during Love Stories of Oakland's hourlong tour in Atlanta on Saturday, February 9, 2019. Another round of the sold-out tours will be...

Tour guide Julia Bowers talks to the crowd before the start of one of the day's hourlong cemetery tours on Love Stories of Oakland on February 9, 2019, in Atlanta. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

People look over a mausoleum that was one of the many stops at Oakland Cemetery during Love Stories of Oakland's hourlong tours in Atlanta on Saturday, February 9, 2019. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE...

Tour guide Joan Fountain tells love stories to her group at Oakland Cemetery during Love Stories of Oakland in Atlanta on Saturday, February 9, 2019. Education coordinator Marcy Breffle said that all the weekend...

Tour guide Joan Fountain tells love stories to her group at Oakland Cemetery during one of Love Stories of Oakland's hourlong tours in Atlanta on Saturday, February 9, 2019. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE...

People look over the gravesite of Margaret Mitchell, author of "Gone With the Wind," at Oakland Cemetery during Love Stories of Oakland tours on Saturday, February 9, 2019. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE...

Tour guide Joan Fountain points out a heart-shaped tombstone to her group at Oakland Cemetery during Love Stories of Oakland on Saturday, February 9, 2019, in Atlanta. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Tour guide Joan Fountain talks about the man and wife statue at a gravesite at Oakland Cemetery during one of the Love Stories of Oakland hourlong tours in Atlanta on Saturday, February 9, 2019. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER...

Joey Keeler and Mattie Dann listen to tour guide Joan Fountain tell love stories at historic Oakland Cemetery as part of a tour marking Valentine's Day in Atlanta on Saturday, February 9, 2019. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER...

Mattie Dann and Joey Keeler walk up the path at Oakland Cemetery during one of the Love Stories of Oakland tours in Atlanta on Saturday, February 9, 2019. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Tour guide Joan Fountain talks about romance to her group at historic Oakland Cemetery during one of the Love Stories of Oakland's hourlong tours in Atlanta on Saturday, February 9, 2019. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER...

Honeysuckle Gelato. Looking for something sweet to end your romantic night? Honeysuckle in Ponce City Market is offering a milkshake for two made with Strawberry Shortcake gelato topped with whipped cream and two...Honeysuckle Gelato

Doughnut Dollies. Look for brioche Xs and Os, heart-shaped filled doughnuts and a $30 St. Valentine Floral doughnut box featuring six flavors including hibiscus, chamomile cream and lemon lavender. 724 Cherokee...Doughnut Dollies

Looking for a kick in your Valentine's Day? Docent Coffee is offering a special coffee and pastry pairing for $20 from Feb. 12-17, featuring three coffees and sweets including flourless chocolate cake with mixed...Docent Coffee

Auntie Anne's is offering original and cinnamon sugar heart-shaped pretzels on Feb. 14. Multiple locations.Auntie Anne's

Buca di Beppo. The Italian chain is serving up heart-shaped lasagna as part of its Lasagna Love Feast for 2 on Feb. 14. 2335 Mansell Road, Alpharetta, 770-643-9463.Buca di Beppo

Duck Donuts. The doughnut chain is offering a Love Assortment through Feb. 28, which features doughnuts with Valentine’s Day-inspired sprinkles, Heath toffee crunch topping and two large candied roses. Locations...Duck Donuts

Xocolatl. The chocolatier is offering a variety of Valentine's Day-themed chocolate packages, including the vegan Berries & Cream Hearts ($18), white chocolate hearts made with almond milk and swirled with dried...Xocolatl

California Pizza Kitchen. The pizza chain is serving up heart-shaped pizzas from Feb. 13-17.CPK

Hard Rock Cafe. Enjoy a Sweetheart Shake for Two, a boozy shake made with Absolut Vanilla vodka, vanilla ice cream, strawberry and lemon flavoring and strawberry-infused whipped cream, served with a straw for two...Hard Rock Cafe

Bojangles. The biscuit chain is offering its Bo-Berry Biscuits in a heart shape through Feb. 14. Multiple locations.Bojangles

King of Pops. Get your sweetheart a Valentine’s Day Pop Box, with 12 King of Pops flavors and a personalized card, to be delivered during the holiday week. Flavor options include Box of Chocolates (chocolate sea...King of Pops

Olive Garden. Looking for something unique to give your beloved? Get a Breadstick Bouquet from Olive Garden -- order breadsticks to-go, print and cut out the custom bouquet wrapping square of your choice, roll up...

Pretzelmaker. Look for pretzels and pretzel bites in Pink Cinnamon Sugar through Feb. 28. Customers who wear pink on Feb. 13, will receive a free pink cinnamon sugar pretzel when they say “On Wednesday, we wear...Pretzelmaker

Krispy Kreme. Tell your beloved how you really feel with candy conversation heart doughnuts sporting phrases such as “DM ME,” “ALL THE FEELS,” and “BE MINE.” The doughnuts -- filled with either cake batter, strawberries...Krispy Kreme

The 5 Ring Burger, offered now through February 3, 2019, honors the team’s 5 championships. Topped with 5 thick-cut onion rings, the fresh Angus beef burger is also layered with spicy ketchup, cheddar and turkey...Bar Margot

Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse at Phipps Plaza is offering up the Super Bowl of Bolognese, a double portion of Davio’s bolognese made with braised veal, beef, pork and tomato sauce, for $53. $53Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse

Farm Burger, with several locations around metro Atlanta including a stand inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium, is offering two themed items for Super Bowl. The Los Angeles Pylon Post is a chicken burger topped with guacamole...Farm Burger

Mercedes-Benz Stadium's L.A. Chicharrόn Dog features pinto beans, jalapenos, garlic, roasted poblano pepper strips, cotija cheese, tajin seasoned chicharrόnes and cilantro.Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium, look for Los Angeles and New England-themed hot dogs at the concessions stands. The N.E. Bean-town Frank is topped with northern beans, maple syrup, nueskes bacon, green onions.Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Farm Burger's New England Double Dig features two crispy clam strip rolls with slaw and housemade pickled jalapeños.Farm Burger

Through Super Bowl Sunday, Patria Cocina in Grant Park will be serving two kinds of L.A.-themed fries, including the California Carne Asada Fries.Patria Cocina Facebook page

Patria Cocina will also serve crispy L.A Garlic Fries with chimichurri, blue cheese crumbles and chile piquín oil through Super Bowl Sunday.Patria Cocina Facebook page

The Wahlberg brothers, owners of the Wahlburgers chain of restaurants, are from Boston, so they're paying homage with the 5 Ring Burger. Honoring the New England Patriots five championships, the Angus beef burger...Wahlburgers

Salmon Fish Molee from Atlanta chef Asha Gomez. The "My Two Souths" author returned to her native Kerala. "When you go back, there's an internal battle that you fight because you don't feel like you live there anymore...Chris Hunt

Green Masala Shrimp from chef Asha GomezChris Hunt/Chris Hunt

Spice-rubbed Roasted Snapper from Asha GomezChris Hunt

During a visit to her native Kerala, India, chef and cookbook author Asha Gomez shot a Netflix special with chef David Chang for the second season of his popular food travel show "Ugly Delicious."HANDOUT/Asha Gomez

Flowers in a bowl grace the entrance at the home of Asha Gomez's mother in Kerala, India.HANDOUT/Asha Gomez

During her stay at her mother's house in Kerala, India, Asha Gomez enjoyed a breakfast of fruit with chai.HANDOUT/Asha Gomez

"When I m there, I m entranced by the beauty of the land and its people," writes chef and cookbook author Asha Gomez about Kerala, India, where she was born and raised. "I can t help but become transfixed by the...HANDOUT/Asha Gomez

During her recent trip to India, Atlanta chef Asha Gomez reconnected with family and friends. Pictured is a lunch of various dishes on a banana leaf that a longtime friend prepared for her.HANDOUT/Asha Gomez

An example of a traditional veranda at a house in Kerala.HANDOUT/Asha Gomez

Bistro VG, previously known as Van Gogh's, opened at 70 W. Crossville Road in Roswell in 2006.Adrienne Harris/Adrienne Harris/Special

Chef/owner Marla Adams has been serving up French classics at 471 North Highland Ave. NE in Virginia-Highland since 1992.Becky Stein/Becky Stein

Petite Auberge, which had been open in Toco Hill since 1974, merged withFrench restaurant Violette at 2948 Clairmont Road in Atlanta in early 2017.ADRIENNE HARRIS/Adrienne Harris/Special

Douceur de France Bakery, currently located at 277 South Marietta Pkwy SW in Marietta, has been serving up petit fours, pastries and croissants in since 2001 and also has a location at 1173 Alpharetta St. in Roswell...JOHN SPINK/AJC file photo

La Petite Maison started serving Southern French food at 6510 Roswell Road in Atlanta in 2007.Phil Skinner/AJC file photo

Alsatian fare has been at the menu at Cafe Alsace at 121 E. Ponce de Leon Ave. in Decatur since 1997.Brant Sanderlin/AJC file photo

Casual southern French bistro Anis Cafe & Bistro has been open at 2974 Grandview Ave. in Buckhead since 1994.Becky Stein/AJC file photo

Buckhead Life restuarant Bistro Niko opened at 3344 Peachtree Road in Buckhead in 2009.HANDOUT/AJC file photo

Atmosphere opened at 1620 Piedmont Ave. NE in Ansley Park in 2002.Becky Stein/Special

Henri's Bakery is not only the oldest French bakery in Atlanta, but also one of the city's oldest businesses. The bakery, which opened in 1929, was previously located at Peachtree and 10th streets, Rhodes Center...LOUIE FAVORITE/AJC file photo

Au Rendez-Vous opened in Brookhaven in 2002 and moved to its current location at 4102 Clairmont Road in Chamblee in 2013.AJC file photo

2 Sistas Soul Food sells tostones rellenos, adorable little cups of fried plantain filled with meat and served with a fresh cilantro-garlic sauce. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The samosa pav from Cherians International Grocery. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The brisket sandwich and other dishes at Pit Boss BBQ.Ligaya Figueras

BoccaLupoYvonne Zusel/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The Chile Colorado at Agavero Cantina will have you thinking Mexican next time you're caught in cold weather. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The bacon, fig and brie tartine at Amélie's French Bakery & Café. PHOTO COURTESY OF AMELIE'S FRENCH BAKERY & CAFEHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

Pastry chef Lasheeda Perry created the Biscoff Cream Pie at Bar Margot after she was inspired on a flight to Atlanta. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The Monday special at Bone Garden Cantina is a plateful of chimichangas. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

Botiwalla lamb burgers at Ponce City Market feature pronounced Indian flavors. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

Shrimp remoulade at Bread & Butterfly is light and elegant, but packed with plenty of flavor. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The elote creamed corn at DAS BBQ captures the flavor and flair of Mexican street corn. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

Chili con Queso Compuesto at the El Felix adds brisket, pico de gallo and guacamole. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The densely-packed falafel wrap at Grecian Gyro will only cost you $6. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

Squid ink spaghetti with calamari, Calabrian chiles and Thai basil pesto at La Tavola Trattoria. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The Tom Ka coconut soup at Little Bangkok is served in spectacular fashion. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The simply-named Empanada de Pollo at Loca Luna belies the complexity of flavors found inside. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The Blue Christmas at Miracle on Highland is actually a refined and delicious crab cake. COURTESY OF PARISH

The Pitssburgher at Roswell's Peach & the Porkchop. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The plantain empanadas at Porch Light Latin Kitchen have a decidedly rustic appearance. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The brown stew chicken with rice and peas and collard greens at Rodney's Jamaican Soul Food. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The mirza ghasemi at Rumi's Kitchen in Sandy Springs. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The Extra Spicy Dragon Toes at Six Feet Under may sound intimidating, but they're surprisingly well-balanced. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

Henri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The Pork Sung Roll at Sweet Hut is almost a brunch unto itself, and it's only a couple of dollars. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The bone-in curry goat combination meal with warm roti at Tassa Roti Shop in Marietta. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The Dat Ish Wrap from Tassili's Raw Reality is the size of a burrito and packs a heavy punch in terms of both flavor and satisfaction. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

Terri's Cafe loads its Kitchen Sink burger with toppings on a feta- and spinach-stuffed turkey patty. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The Baltimore Pit Beef sandwich at the Brake Pad in College Park. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The Imperial in Oakhurst goes all in with their Poutine de Georgia, french fries topped with pimiento cheese, beef gravy and bacon. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

A poké bowl topped with the PokéSpot's signature avocado boat. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The Boerewors Sandwich is a traditional sausage hoagie from South Africa. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The delightfully messy potato and chorizo pambazo from Tortas Factory del D.F. on Buford Highway. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The squash pie at True Food Kitchen is made with a filling of smooth, surprisingly creamy butternut squash, and is both vegan and gluten-free. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The Kitchen Sink Pizza at Urban Pie is a local take on the classic supreme pie. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The top-line menu item at Yumbii is the delicious Asian Rib-Eye Beef with Korean chili sauce and soy-sesame vinaigrette. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

Lobster Chowder, Puff Pastry at Marcel. CONTRIBUTED BY ANDREW THOMAS LEE

The Forbidden Rice bowl at Flower Child is like a guiltless, but still very tasty, version of your favorite Asian takeout. PHOTO COURTESY OF FLOWER CHILD

Chefs from Chai Pani prepare Pani Puri, with a sackful of empty puri waiting to be filled. COURTESY OF CHAI PANI

The Campfire S'mores Concrete from Shake Shack uses dark chocolate from Atlanta-based Xocolatl, making for an excellent autumnal treat. PHOTO COURTESY OF SHAKE SHACK

A hotpot meal with herbal broth (left) and the vegetarian entree (right) at J's Mini Hotpot Deluxe. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

Meatball Tagine at Marrakech Express / Photo by Wyatt WilliamsLigaya Figueras/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

Cheese Puffs at Sushi Itto, a neighborhood restaurant at the intersection of Briarcliff and Lavista roads. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The BO-Mi, one of the more classic takes on the banh mi at a new Vietnamese joint called Bun Mi in south Buckhead.HANDOUT/Henri Hollis

Canoe's Peppercorn Crusted Kangaroo is balanced with playful Asian ingredients like wasabi and ginger. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The Grateful Veg sandwich at Milton's Peace Love & Pizza doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it nails the formula for a great vegetarian sandwich. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

Mofongo at Buen Provecho / Photo credit: Wyatt WilliamsLigaya Figueras/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The Alden, 5070 Peachtree Blvd., Chamblee. "...Keep an eye on Jared Hucks. Even if he doesn’t always reach them, he is a chef capable of great heights.” -- Wyatt WilliamsHenri Hollis

Anh's Kitchen, 855 Peachtree St. NE, Suite 2. Atlanta. "Sure, you can get better Vietnamese at other spots around the city. (I’m thinking of Buford Highway’s Pho Dai Loi on the low-budget end; Guy Wong’s elegant...HANDOUT/Wendell Brock

Annie Mae's Pantry, 1700 Northside Drive, Suite A7, Atlanta. "Andra Hall has lovingly crafted a Southern gem that’s eye-catching and unexpected: a slice of the sweet life on Northside Drive. You can bet her grandmother...HANDOUT/Annie Mae's Pantry

Ari Korean Steakhouse, 9700 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek. "This isn’t a steakhouse or a Korean barbecue restaurant, at least as I know them. That’s exactly why I’ve grown fond of Ari." -- Wyatt WilliamsHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

Bulla Gastrobar, 60 11th St. NE, Atlanta. "You’ll have no shortage of reminders of Bulla’s proper pronunciation. It’s a good word to remember, mostly because it is key to ordering the best plate of food you can...Henri Hollis

Cafe Raik, 1160 Old Peachtree Road, Duluth. "Only losers split an $8.95 shawafel. Tell your buddies to order their own and leave you be so you can scarf it down all by your lonesome." -- Wendell BrockHANDOUT/Wendell Brock

Chai Yo, 3050 Peachtree Road NW, Atlanta. “It’s about exploring possibilities. The outlook is as fresh as the food.” -- Ligaya FiguerasHenri Hollis

Coalition Food and Beverage, 50 Canton St., Alpharetta. “There are plenty of spots on Canton and Main in downtown Alpharetta, but the wings at Coalition are calling my name.” -- Ligaya FiguerasHenri Hollis

El Super Pan, The Battery, 455 Legends Place, Atlanta. "Maybe it is greedy of me to say I want more, a longer menu, but the truth is that I’d take anything I could get from this place. I’m just glad it isn’t a...Henri Hollis

Euro Gourmet Grill, 488 Gwinnett Drive, Lawrenceville. "I plan to keep going back on the hopes of getting stuffed peppers, cabbage rolls and sirnica. What a happy day that will be." -- Wendell BrockHANDOUT/Wendell Brock

Ghion Cultural Hall, 2080 Cheshire Bridge Road NE, Atlanta. "Both times that I left Ghion Cultural Hall after dining there, I experienced the same feeling of satisfaction and for the exact same reasons." -- Ligaya...HANDOUT/Ligaya Figueras

Golden Eagle: 904 Memorial Drive, Atlanta. "At the end of the evening, do yourself a favor and take his dessert advice: order the platter of cookies. It’s a spread of little things, chewy gingerbread and powdery...Henri Hollis

Irie Mon Cafe, 1800 Peachtree Street, Atlanta. "I’m not sure, though, how anyone could walk past the smoky aroma of that jerk chicken without wanting to go home with a plate of it. That’s what I’ll be coming back...Wyatt Williams / For the AJC/Wyatt Williams

Jok Ga a Dong Chim, 3751 Satellite Blvd., Number 600, Duluth. "But the dish that blew my ever-loving Southern white-boy mind was the spicy sea snails with cold noodles. You can get it paired with trotter, a setup...HANDOUT/Wendell Brock

La Imperial Tortilleria y Rostiseria, 6316 Buford Highway, Norcross. "La Imperial Tortilleria y Rostiseria (you will also find it online as Tortilleria Avorrate Imperial) is a one-stop shop in Norcross for all things...HANDOUT/Ligaya Figueras

La Mixteca Tamale House, 1185 Old Peachtree Road NW, Unit D, Suwanee. "As far as I’m concerned, the tamale bowl started at La Mixteca. Don’t dare pass this place by." -- Wendell BrockHANDOUT/Wendell Brock

Madras Mantra, 2179 Lawrenceville Highway, Decatur. “I’d say stick with the flavors as the kitchen suggests them. Order the chole bhatura and you’ll be delivered a large platter bearing two deep-fried bhaturas...Henri Hollis

Mariscos El Sazon del Kora, 7130 Buford Highway, Doraville. "The shrimp cocktail is, like almost everything on the menu, served in very generous portion. The goblet is loaded with a thick red sauce and thick chunks...HANDOUT/Wyatt Williams

Mary Hoopa's House of Fried Chicken & Oysters, 2371 Hosea L. Williams Drive, Atlanta. " On a busy night, stay on the ship at Mary Hoopa’s and you’ll arrive, eventually, at a plate of fried chicken worth the journey...Mia Yakel

Mission + Market, Three Alliance Center, 3550 Lenox Road, Atlanta. “Despite looking a lot like its peers, Mission and Market is an uncommon place, indeed.” – Wyatt WilliamsHenri Hollis

Molly B’s, 1414 Andrew Young International Blvd., Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta. “I’ve had some fried chicken better than what is served at Molly B’s and plenty worse. On the other hand, I’ve never dined in a room...Henri Hollis

Momonoki, 95 Eighth St. NW, Atlanta. "Actually, (the husband-and-wife team of Jason Liang and ChingYao Wang) have created a pair of conjoined spaces that go together like his and hers towels: a restaurant and cafe...Mia Yakel/Mia Yakel

Mushi Ni, Global Grub Collective, 477 Flat Shoals Ave. SE, Atlanta. "As it turns out, a couple of the most impressive offerings are vegetarian. The cauliflower bang bang, a bao stuffed with glazed, fried sweet...HANDOUT/Wyatt Williams

Next Door, 2131 Pleasant Hill Road, Number B3, Duluth. "As Atlanta’s Korean-American community grows, it’s delightful to explore a cuisine that is so much more than just table-top barbecue. " -- Wendell BrockHANDOUT/Wendell Brock

Noona, 3550 W. Lawrenceville St., Duluth. Sure, you can tuck in for a steak and a twice-baked potato. Or you can chill out at the bar as you sip an Asian Medicine and scarf down some kimchi fried rice. There are...Henri Hollis

Public Kitchen & Bar, 3500 Peachtree Road, Atlanta. “As I’ve noticed over the course of my recent meals, Public Kitchen’s sophisticated, stylish environs somewhat belie the fact that this is a middlebrow restaurant...Henri Hollis

Rose + Rye, 87 15th St. NE, Atlanta. "It is disconcerting that the service here can be so unreliable, because the food coming out of the kitchen is much better than that." -- Wyatt WilliamsHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

Snackboxe Bistro, 6035 Peachtree Road, Doraville. "I look forward to watching this restaurant’s menu grow, though I think I’ll always be having a plate of nam khao. " -- Wyatt WilliamsHANDOUT/Wyatt Williams

Tiny Lou’s, Hotel Clermont, 789 Ponce de Leon Ave., Atlanta. “Still, I’ll be coming back to Tiny Lou’s. I’ll just be hoping that off nights like that go the way of the Clermont’s bad old days." -- Wyatt WilliamsTiny Lou's

The White Bull, 123 E. Court Square, Decatur. “Aspects like house-made everything, guaranteed freshness and vegetables that take center stage are areas where the kitchen, too, demonstrates capability and aspiration...Henri Hollis

Won Won Seafood Restaurant, 1600 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth. "If I lived nearby, I would be a lunch and dinner regular. For now, dim sum is what makes Won Won worth the trip." --Wendell BrockHANDOUT/Wendell Brock

The Grinch entertains the crowd at the Ponce City Market Saturday, November 24, 2018. The Grinch will be at the Ponce City Market Saturday and Sunday through December 18th. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

The Grinch holds Maggie Miller, 1, while getting their photograph taken at the Ponce City Market Saturday, November 24, 2018. The Grinch will be at the Ponce City Market Saturday and Sunday through December 18th...

A family tries to get their photograph taken with the Grinch at the Ponce City Market Saturday, November 24, 2018. The Grinch will be at the Ponce City Market Saturday and Sunday through December 18th. STEVE SCHAEFER...

The Grinch poses for a photograph with Erin Varano her daughter Isabel and husband Frank at the Ponce City Market Saturday, November 24, 2018. The Grinch will be at the Ponce City Market Saturday and Sunday through...

Prince Davis, 6, listens to the Grinch before getting his photograph taken at the Ponce City Market Saturday, November 24, 2018. The Grinch will be at the Ponce City Market Saturday and Sunday through December...

The Grinch holds Elianna Gilstrap, 1, while getting their photograph taken at the Ponce City Market Saturday, November 24, 2018. The Grinch will be at the Ponce City Market Saturday and Sunday through December...

The Grinch snicks up on Kyleigh Crumley (C) before getting her photograph taken at the Ponce City Market Saturday, November 24, 2018. The Grinch will be at the Ponce City Market Saturday and Sunday through December...

Milton's Elijah Mellem celebrates the team's win, Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, in Powder Springs, Georgia. Milton won, 20-19. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford wide receiver Xyrie Wilson (8) reacts after failing to catch a pass in the end zone on Buford's final offensive play in the fourth quarter against Bainbridge at Buford High...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford running back Elijah Turner (20) runs down the sideline after Buford wide receiver Austin Turner (4) blocked Bainbridge defensive back Deyon Bouie (3) in the second half at...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford defensive lineman Harry Miller (76) celebrates a tackle against Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford, Ga. This is the quarter finals of the...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford running back Derrian Brown (3) runs for a long gain in the first half against Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford, Ga. This is the quarter...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford defensive back Dane Rotundo (40) tackles Bainbridge running back Caleb McDowell (5) in the first half at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford, Ga. This is...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford running back Derrian Brown (3) runs for a touchdown in the first half against Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford, Ga. This is the quarter...Jason Getz

Hillgrove's Chase Rivers looks down before the game against Milton High School, Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, in Powder Springs, Georgia. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford running back Derrian Brown (3, center) celebrates a rushing touchdown in the first half against Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford, Ga. This...Jason Getz

Hillgrove's Matthew McCarvy, right, passes the ball to Trevor Smith (9) during the first half of the game against Milton High School, Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, in Powder Springs, Georgia. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford wide receiver Xyre Wilson (8) is upended and can't make the catch against Bainbridge defensive back Aaron Spivie (7) in the first half at Buford High School Friday, November...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford quarterback Aaron McLaughlin (12) celebrates his rushing touchdown with tight end Dom Maggio in the first half against Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford defensive tackle Carlton Holley (57) pressures Bainbridge quarterback Quayde Hawkins (1) on a pass attempt in the first half at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford running back Derrian Brown (3) runs for a long gain in the first half against Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford, Ga. This is the quarter...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford quarterback Aaron McLaughlin (12) celebrates his rushing touchdown in the first half against Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford, Ga. This...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford quarterback Aaron McLaughlin (12) attempts a pass in the first half against Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford, Ga. This is the quarter finals...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford wide receiver Jamaal Singleton (1) bundles up for the cold weather before their game against Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford, Ga. This...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford head coach John Ford, center, and other coaches and officials separate as Bainbridge, left, and Buford football players confront each other at mid field before their game at...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford defensive tackle Carlton Holley (57) gets the team fired up before their game against Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford, Ga. This is the...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford linebacker Jack Scroggs (24) carries the U.S. flag onto the field before their game against Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford, Ga. This...Jason Getz

Hillgrove's Matthew McCarvy, right, passes the ball to Trevor Smith (9) during the first half of the game against Milton High School, Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, in Powder Springs, Georgia. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Milton's Jordan Yates gestures after scoring a touchdown during the second half of the game against Hillgrove High School, Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, in Powder Springs, Georgia. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Milton's Zander Barnett, left, attempts to tackle Hillgrove's Issaiah McCray during the first half of the playoff game, Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, in Powder Springs, Georgia. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Hillgrove's Elijah Mellem gets tackled by a Milton football player during the first half, Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, in Powder Springs, Georgia. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Hillgrove's Chase Rivers, left, grabs Milton's Jordan Yates during the second half of the playoff game, Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, in Powder Springs, Georgia. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Milton's Joseph Charleston reaches for the ball during the second half of the game against Hillgrove, Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, in Powder Springs, Georgia. Charleston did not complete the pass. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Milton's Jordan Yates gestures to a wide receiver during the second half of the game against Hillgrove, Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, in Powder Springs, Georgia. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Hillgrove's Tre Walker returns the ball during the second hal of a game against Milton, Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, in Powder Springs, Georgia. Hillgrove lost the game, 20-19, making it their only loss of the season...Annie Rice/AJC

Milton's Holden Shaw catches the ball during the second half of the game against Hillgrove, Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, in Powder Springs, Georgia. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Milton's Holden Shaw kisses his girlfriend, Erica Korowitz, after the team's win against Hillgrove, Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, in Powder Springs, Georgia. Milton won, 20-19. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Bainbridge running back Rashad Broadax (4) stiff arms Buford defensive back Jamaal Singleton (1) on a run in the second half at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford running back Elijah Turner (20) runs down the sideline in the second half against Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford, Ga. A penalty was called...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford defensive back Jamaal Singleton (1) kicks the penalty flag after he was penalized for running into Bainbridge kicker Caleb Harris (31, left) on a field goal attempt as Buford's...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford running back Derrian Brown (3) runs against Bainbridge defensive back Deyon Bouie (3) in the second half at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford, Ga. Buford...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford wide receiver Austin Turner (4) and offensive lineman Harry Miller (76) and Reece McIntyre (56) react after Buford missed a field goal in the fourth quarter against Bainbridge...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford defensive lineman Jalar Holley (90) is consoled by Buford defensive tackle coach JJ Chatmon after their 23-20 loss to Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23,...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford running back Derrian Brown (3, facing) hugs defensive tackle Carlton Holley after their 23-20 loss to Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford coach John Ford, right, consoles kicker Hayden Olsen (85) after their 23-20 loss to Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford, Ga. This is the quarter...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford coach John Ford greets lineman Reece McIntyre (56) before their game against Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford, Ga. This is the quarter...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford lineman Harry Miller (76) walks with fellow captains before their game against Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford, Ga. This is the quarter...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford running back Derrian Brown (3) walks with fellow captains before their game against Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018, in Buford, Ga. This is the quarter...Jason Getz

November 23, 2018 - Buford, Ga: Buford coach John Ford talks with lineman Seth McLaughlin (58)greets lineman Reece McIntyre (56) during their game against Bainbridge at Buford High School Friday, November 23, 2018...Jason Getz

CONCOURSE (T8) -- Papi's Caribbean Cafe: Enjoy Cuban favorites including roast pork, tostones, beans and rice and a variety of sandwiches.Mia Yakel/Mia Yakel

CONCOURSE T (T14) -- Atlanta Stillhouse: Look for bourbon flights with themes such as Single Barrel and Small Batch, as well as barbecue, cocktails and whiskey.Kelly Yamanouchi

CONCOURSES T and D (T11 and D32) -- Grindhouse Killer Burgers: This Atlanta institution -- which also has locations in Reynoldstown, Decatur, Morningside, Sweet Auburn Market and Athens -- serves up a variety of...Henri Hollis

CONCOURSE A (A28) -- Shake Shack: The popular New York-based burger chain serves up burgers, fries, hot dogs and shakes.ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

CONCOURSE A (A CENTERPOINT) -- Piece of Cake: Atlanta bakery Piece of Cake offers travelers something sweet by way of a variety of cakes and cupcakes.HANDOUT/Jon Waterhouse

CONCOURSE A (A CENTERPOINT) -- Low Country New Southern Cuisine: With a menu designed by local celebrity chef G. Garvin, LowCountry offers up a rotating list of Southern staples including fried steak and gravy...Phil Skinner/Phil Skinner

CONCOURSE A (A CENTERPOINT) -- Varasano's Pizzeria: The Buckhead pizzeria's airport location offers up a variety of its thin-crust locations, salads and several beers at its bar.Becky Stein/AJC file photo

CONCOURSE A (A3) -- TAP: Features upscale pub food including fried chicken and burgers, as well as craft beers and cocktails.TAP Facebook page

CONCOURSE B (B31) -- SweetWater Last Cast Bar & Grill: The spot serves some of SweetWater's most popular brews and a casual food menu with grab-and-go items including pretzel bites with 420 Extra Pale Ale mustard...HANDOUT/Chris Rank/RankStudios

CONCOURSE B (B CENTERPOINT) - Cafe Intermezzo: Dig into coffee drinks, sandwiches, desserts and more.Jonathan Phillips/AJC file photo

CONCOURSE B (B26) -- Bobby's Burger Palace: Food Network star Bobby Flay opened the first airport location of his gourmet burger spot in 2018, featuring burgers, fries and shakes.Jennifer Brett

CONCOURSE B (B23) -- Lotta Frutta: Get a taste of the Caribbean with tropical fruit cups, sandwiches and salads from this spot that also has an Old Fourth Ward location.Becky Stein/AJC file photo

CONCOURSE B (B CENTERPOINT) -- This Atlanta classic -- which also has a location in Castleberry Hill -- offers up Southern classics including fried and baked chicken and a variety of Southern sides.HANDOUT/Ligaya Figueras

TERMINAL C and F (C21, F MEZZANINE) -- The Varsity: Atlanta is inextricably linked with The Varsity, which offers up burgers, hot dogs and the famous Frosted Orange.Jonathan Phillips/AJC file photo

TERMINAL C (C42) -- Sweet Georgia's Juke Joint: Partake in a twist on Southern food with a variety of sandwiches, fried chicken, fish and other items.Jonathan Phillips/AJC file photo

CONCOURSE C and F (C14, F MEZZANINE) -- The Original El Taco: Get in on some Tex-Mex with tacos, quesadillas, burritos and other Mexican specialties.The Original El Taco Facebook page

CONCOURSE D (D CENTERPOINT) -- 40/40 Club: The sports bar and lounge -- which offers a variety of cocktails -- is owned by rapper Jay-Z.HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/Hyosub Shin

CONCOURSE D (D CENTERPOINT): Terrapin Brewery: This tap room offers pours from Athens-based Terrapin Brewery as well as food, and also functions as a smoking lounge.HANDOUT/Fiona Hicks

CONCOURSE D (D5) -- Chicken + Beer: Jay-Z isn't the only rapper in the airport restaurant and bar game -- Ludacris recently opened his Chicken + Beer concept, which serves up dishes including chicken and waffles...Mia Yakel/Mia Yakel

CONCOURSE D (D8) -- Atlanta Braves All-Star Grill: Cheer on the Braves -- and other teams -- with a beer and pub food including burgers, tacos and flatbreads.Atlanta Braves All-Star Grill Facebook page

CONCOURSE E (E CENTERPOINT) -- One Flew South: Recognized as a James Beard Award semifinalist for outstanding service in 2014 and 2015, this much-lauded spot serves upscale cuisine including sushi, sandwiches and...Handout

CONCOURSE F (F9) -- Jekyll Island Seafood Company: Get a taste of the Georgia coast with a variety of seafood options.Jason Getz / AJC/AJC file photo

CONCOURSE F (F MEZZANINE) -- Ecco: A European-style menu includes panini, pizzas, pastas and meat and cheese boards. Other Atlanta locations in Midtown and Buckhead.Becky Stein/AJC file photo

People line 19th Street during the Christmas parade during the Light the Station 2018 holiday event Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Atlantic Station in Atlanta. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Ian Douglass (left), Fann Dalton and their daughter Lyla Douglass, 2, look over reindeer during the Light the Station 2018 holiday event Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Atlantic Station in Atlanta. (Photo: STEVE...

Sara Luksin and her daughter Isabelle, 3, make Christmas wreaths during the Light the Station 2018 holiday event Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Atlantic Station in Atlanta. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE...

People ice skate during the Light the Station 2018 holiday event Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Atlantic Station in Atlanta. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

People look over reindeer during the Light the Station 2018 holiday event Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Atlantic Station in Atlanta. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Adelayde Rivas and her son Liam Blem, 2, pop giant bubbles during the Light the Station 2018 holiday event Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Atlantic Station in Atlanta. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Jessica Chavez stays close to the railing while making her way around the skating rink during the Light the Station 2018 holiday event Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Atlantic Station in Atlanta. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER...

People listen to Christmas carol singers during the Light the Station 2018 holiday event Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Atlantic Station in Atlanta. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Philip Tatum helps his daughter Molly, 6, around the skating rink during the Light the Station 2018 holiday event Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Atlantic Station in Atlanta. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO...

Aden George, 5, and his sister Kirsten, 9, tell Santa Claus what they want for Christmas during the Light the Station 2018 holiday event Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Atlantic Station in Atlanta. (Photo: STEVE...

People take a selfie in front of holiday decorations during the Light the Station 2018 holiday event Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Atlantic Station in Atlanta. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Julian Adams (left), Evan Adams (center) and Christian Adams pose in front of some decorative reindeer during the Light the Station 2018 holiday event Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Atlantic Station in Atlanta...

A large Christmas tree lights up during the Light the Station 2018 holiday event Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Atlantic Station in Atlanta. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Fireworks go off during the Christmas parade during the Light the Station 2018 holiday event Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Atlantic Station in Atlanta. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

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