Food that Rocks returns to Sandy Springs' City Green, May 2, with cuisine from some of the city's popular restaurants.

This year’s eateries include City BBQ, Rush Bowls, Crab404, Chef Rob’s Caribbean Café, and il Giallo Osteria & Bar.

Attendees favorite restaurant will be named“Best Taste” at the end of the night, Last year’s winner was il Giallo.

Live music group, Saved by the Band, will perform a range of tunes from the ‘80s to today.

Tickets are $60 through March 3, then increase to $70. VIP tickets are $80 and provide early access to the event at 6:30 p.m. General admission is 7:30 p.m.

Food that Rocks is an adult only celebration. Guests must be age 21 or over.

Bites will be served until 9:30 p.m. Cocktails, beer and wine by local brands will be poured until 10:30 p.m.

Proceeds benefit the Community Assistance Center, Ian’s Friends Foundation and Second Helpings Atlanta.

Visit foodthatrocks.org.

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