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Spicewalla is now open at Ponce City Market.

Credit: James Grogan/Spicewalla

Spicewalla opens at Ponce City Market and more dining news from the week
6h ago
Good Word Only Memories Remain Czech dark lager. / Courtesy of Good Word Brewing

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Beer Pick: Good Word’s Only Memories Remain is a Czech dark lager
9h ago
Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill, with nearly three dozen locations across the country, has made its Georgia debut in Lawrenceville.

Credit: Matthew Tosh

Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill opens in Lawrenceville
11h ago
A dish from the menu of Dorian Gray.

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Dorian Gray to bring continental European cuisine to Buckhead this summer
14h ago
Spring Dining Guide: Pizza in Atlanta
The Margherita pizza continues to set a high standard at Varasano's. Chris Hunt for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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15 classic pizzas to try in metro Atlanta
Jeff Varasano stretches the dough for a Margherita pizza. He never tosses the dough, as it makes it tough. Chris Hunt for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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Meet the pizzaioli of Atlanta
Athens Pizza founders John and Asiemoula Papadopoulos opened the Greek pizza restaurant in 1977. Courtesy of the Papadopoulos family

6 Atlanta pizza parlors that have stood the test of time
Tre Vele's menu includes a quattro stagioni pizza. Mia Yakel for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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15 new places to try pizza in Atlanta
Dolo's Pizza owners Alyson Williams (left) and Yusef Walker show two of their creations at their pop-up pizzeria in Underground Atlanta. Chris Hunt for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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For an original bite of Atlanta, try a pop-up pizzeria
Old Fourth Ward pizzeria Glide sells slices of its massive, 20-inch Brooklyn-style pies, including the Homegrown (left) featuring pimento cheese. Ligaya Figueras/ligaya.figueras@ajc.com

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5 places to try pizza by the slice
Anthony Spina enjoys a piece of the grandma pie at O4W Pizza. Mia Yakel for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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5 pan pizzas to try in metro Atlanta
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A dish from the menu of Dorian Gray.

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Dorian Gray to bring continental European cuisine to Buckhead this summer
14h ago
Shrubs add depth to cocktails, and make for less kitchen waste
REVIEW: Oreatha’s is on point with fusion of Southern, global dishes
C&S Seafood and Oyster Bar to open third location in Brookhaven
Spicy lamb skewers at Bei Jing Kabobs are available with different levels of spice. Angela Hansberger for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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Head to Buford Highway for this chargrilled meat on a stick
Ponce de Leon Avenue restaurant 8Arm to close in October
Atlanta Classics: Virginia-Highland landmark Atkins Park has stood the test of time
Pop-up The Bite of Korea to open brick-and-mortar restaurant in Tucker
Jamaican jerk chili, served with jalapeno corn fritters, brought Food Network to the Highlander.

The Highlander, an Atlanta dive bar open since 1992, to close
Morty’s Meat & Supply to open in Dunwoody and more restaurant news from the week
6 places to try ceviche in metro Atlanta
Check out the menu for One Flew South, opening today on the Eastside Beltline
A rendering of Olive & Pine in Avondale Estates.

Credit: Olive & Pine

Sandwiches, ice cream and coffee set for Avondale Estates development Olive & Pine
Tiki Tango, Foxtrot Liquor Bar closing this weekend in Midtown
REVIEW: El Valle brings sophisticated Mexican cuisine to Midtown
East Pole Coffee Co. opens in Poncey-Highland, with wine bar Sea Legs to come
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For the Krog Street Tunnel Lamb dish at Georgia Boy, a peculiar-looking bent plate and tableside finish of edible carrot spray elicit surprise and disbelief.

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Pizza frequently was on the menu at the King children’s birthday parties, including Olivia’s fifth birthday at Chuck E. Cheese. (Courtesy of the King family)

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Kids’ birthdays: Giant mice, ball pits, arcades, pools and so much pizza
During the Civil War, hardtack sometimes was called "worm castles," because insects would lay their eggs in it. Pictured is hardtack from Atlanta that dates to 1862, on display at the Pensacola Museum of History at the University of West Florida.

Credit: Courtesy of the Pensacola Museum of History

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Restaurant Openings
Spicewalla is now open at Ponce City Market.

Credit: James Grogan/Spicewalla

Spicewalla opens at Ponce City Market and more dining news from the week6h ago
Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill, with nearly three dozen locations across the country, has made its Georgia debut in Lawrenceville.

Credit: Matthew Tosh

Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill opens in Lawrenceville
11h ago
A rendering of Morty's Meat & Supply at Village Dunwoody.

Credit: Dash Hospitality Group

Morty’s Meat & Supply to open in Dunwoody and more restaurant news from the week
Chicken Katsu from the menu of One Flew South on the Eastside Beltline.

Credit: Tori Allen

Check out the menu for One Flew South, opening today on the Eastside Beltline
Bonbons from French Broad Chocolate.

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French Broad Chocolate opening at Ponce City Market and more restaurant news from the...
Flan de Caramelo from the menu of Casa Robles.

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MAP: All the restaurants that have opened so far in metro Atlanta in 2022
Atlanta Dishes to Try
Spicy lamb skewers at Bei Jing Kabobs are available with different levels of spice. Angela Hansberger for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Credit: Courtesy of Angela Hansberger

Head to Buford Highway for this chargrilled meat on a stick
Gobi Manchurian at Chinese Dhaba is made with rough chopped florets of cauliflower that are browned, then stir-fried with aromatics. Angela Hansberger for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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Find a mouthwatering blending of cuisines in this metro Atlanta dish
La Fraise, aka the Strawberry, looks like a garden pot growing a lush strawberry — and the entire thing is edible. Courtesy of the Garden Room

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This sweet Atlanta delight offers layers of flavor
The chopped cheese at Dead End Drinks was inspired by a famed New York City bodega sandwich. Angela Hansberger for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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This Atlanta hamburger gives way to a melty treat
Chef Kevin Gillespie serves sheet-tray nachos at Slabtown Public House. Courtesy of Slabtown Public House

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Perfecting a cheesy treat on the Eastside Beltline
You can find peel-and-eat shrimp on the menu at Fishmonger. Angela Hansberger for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Credit: Angela Hansberger

This Atlanta seafood treat makes it worth rolling up your sleeves
A bowl of caldo verde de marisco, served with crispy crostini, makes a hearty meal at Boho115. Courtesy of Boho115

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Seafood twist on Mexican stew makes a hearty meal in Decatur
Miller Union's dessert showcase is a basil cake served with rhubarb jam, lime and white chocolate ganache, and guava sorbet. Angela Hansberger for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Credit: Angela Hansberger

Taste a spring garden on a spoon at this Atlanta restaurant
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