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INSIDE THE ISSUE OCTOBER 2020
FEATURES 10 3 Perfect OrchardInspired Recipes for Fall 14 Happily Blended with Love Turning Broken Pieces into a Masterpiece
18 Let’s Gather Table Setting Inspiration
14 24
24 Off the Clock Drinks to Enjoy at Home
10 DEPARTMENTS
18
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Lifestyle Letter
8
Around Town
10
Culinary Creations
14
Local Limelight
18
Trend Setter
22 Page Turners 24 Hops & Vine 26 Food & Wine 28 DIY 31
Realty Report
32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Parting Thoughts
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CULINARY CREATIONS
3 perfect orchard-inspired recipes for fall ARTICLE MAUREEN PETROSKY
shopping list
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+ 2 pounds Granny Smith apples
+ Clover or tupelo honey
+ Small can of chickpeas
+ Flour
+ 3-4 red apples
+ Apple cider
+ 1 Refrigerated pie crust
+ Coarse salt
+ 1 baguette
+ Lemon juice
+ Cinnamon
+ Eggs
+ 1 wheel of Brie
+ Bourbon
+ Butter
+ Walnuts
+ 1 bunch of thyme
+ Club soda
+ Turbinado sugar
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APPLE & BRIE B R U S C H E T TA W I T H HOT HONEY
INGREDIENTS: + 12, ½- inch thick biased slices of baguette + 2 tablespoons of melted butter + Coarse Salt + 12 slices of Brie, sized to fit the sliced baguette + 36 very thinly sliced red apples (about 3-4 small apples) + 1 bunch of Thyme, tender, not woody stems + Clover or tupelo honey, for drizzling + Walnuts (optional)
DIRECTIONS Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees. Arrange bread in a single layer on a baking sheet. Lightly brush each piece with melted butter. Sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake for about 10 minutes or until golden brown and toasted. Cool. Arrange one piece of Brie cheese on each ABOUT MAUREEN PETROSKY
piece of toasted baguette. Shingle 3 very thin
Maureen Petrosky is the ultimate hostess,
slices of apple on top of the Brie. Drizzle with
author of The Wine Club and The Cocktail
honey and top with a small tender piece of
Club and soon to be released Zero- Proof.
thyme. Garnish with walnuts (optional).
She is a classically trained chef who appears
Makes 12 pieces
regularly as an Entertaining & Lifestyle Expert on NBC’s TODAY show and is a host for Local Now. She is also a popular columnist for today.com and thekitchn.com. CONTINUED >
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CULINARY CREATIONS (CONTINUED)
two
three
A P P L E B O U R B O N F L I P
E A S Y A P P L E G A L E T T E
INGREDIENTS: + 2 ounces Bourbon
INGREDIENTS: + 1 refrigerated pie crust
+
+ 1 ½ ounces apple cider + Wafer thin apple slices,
APPLE FILLING:
sugar,
+ 1 ounce lemon juice
+ 1 ½ lb granny smith apples, sprinkling crust
+ 2 Tablespoons aquafaba* for garnish
+ 2 ounces club soda DIRECTIONS In a cocktail shaker or thermos half filled with
1/4
cup plus
turbinado some
peeled, cored and sliced
+ 2 tablespoons flour
+ 1 tablespoon lemon juice
+ 1 tablespoon unsalted
+ ¼ teaspoon
butter, cubed
ground cinnamon
+ 1 egg, beaten
ice, add the Bourbon, apple cider, lemon juice and shake to combine. Add the aquafaba and
DIRECTIONS
shake, shake, shake. Add the club soda and stir
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
once. Strain into a coupe or stemmed glass if
In a bowl combine the apples, cinnamon, sugar,
you have one. Spoon the foam on top of your
flour and lemon juice. Add to a pan over medium
cocktail and garnish with an apple slice.
high heat and cook, stirring continuously until the
*Aquafaba is liquid strained from a can of chickpeas
apples are soft. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
Method: Using a fine-mesh sieve set over a
Roll out the dough on a parchment paper lined
bowl, drain the chickpeas. The liquid in the bowl
baking sheet. Spoon the cooled filling into the cen-
is aquafaba. This will keep for up to 2 days in
ter of the dough, leaving a 2- inch border. Then fold
the fridge.
edges of dough up and overlap the fruit filling, all the way around until all edges are folded up. Brush the crust with the beaten egg. Sprinkle turbinado sugar over the crust. Distribute the cubes of butter on top of the fruit filling. Place into the oven and cook for about 35 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbling. Serve with toppings of your choice like caramel sauce, whipped cream or ice cream.
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LOCAL LIMELIGHT
Happily Blended w it h Love TURNING BROKEN PIECES INTO A MASTERPIECE
TO FIND THE PERFECT MATE CAN BE VERY CHAL-
so how could I. I decided to do what some would be
LENGING. There are many pieces to the puzzle of
afraid to do; get out of my comfort zone. Inger had three
love and unfortunately most of us have experienced
children and I had one at the time. We decided to give
a broken heart at some point within our life. My wife
it a try and slowly began to fall in love. We recognized
Inger and I met after somewhat bitter divorces. I came
that we both were hurt by our previous partners and
from a devout Christian home, son of a Sr. Pastor, so life
vowed to never hurt each other. I took the time to learn
growing up was really strict. Inger came from the com-
about Inger and study her. What does she like? What
plete opposite so we were very different. When we met
makes her smile? What makes her mad? Finding out
I immediately noticed differences in many areas and
everything that you can and studying your mate shows
did not think that we were a right fit. We were taught
that you care and is greatly beneficial for your relation-
that you have to marry a Christian if you were one. But
ship. Confessing that we both had broken pieces was
I thought about something. Would Jesus reject her? No,
another key in developing strategies and a plan for us to
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ARTICLE ARTHUR MCCOY | PHOTOGRAPHY KEIKILANI PHOTOGRAPHY
Art McCoy, Publisher
connect with each other like we had never done before. We learned to keep people out of our circle and tackle any issues head on. Every year was tough but it became easier. Inger is THE BEST thing that ever happened to me. She gave her life to Christ and was baptized at the local church and she is thriving in every area of her life and soon will be writing a book. I am so glad that we both stepped out of our comfort zone and she feels the same. We began to heal with each other and help other couples do the same. I have experienced a joy and love like I never thought possible with this beautiful woman. We have a son together named Asher and he is a very happy 4 year old. We also have Ethan, my 8 year old son from my previous marriage, Nyah 17, Karter 4, and Josh 19, from Inger’s previous relationship. All of the kids blended very well and we were able to show them that no matter where you come from, how you look, what you believe, love can blend you together and make things happen that you never dreamed possible. There are no limits that Inger and I have. She works for one The McCoy Family
of the best Cardiology practices around and ironically healed my broken heart. She brought the best out of me and she says that I did the same for her. Getting through the pandemic has shown us how great our foundation is. Our relationship is strong in every area; gaining more strength every day. Inger helped me overcome a fear of dogs that I had all of my life due to a bad CONTINUED >
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LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CONTINUED) Bella my first dog
Love is the greatest gift!
childhood experience with dogs. I am proud to say that
keep everything fresh. I make sure that everyday is
I have a black, well-trained lab named Bella. What can I
Valentine’s, Christmas, Mother’s Day and her birthday
say? All of my dreams came true because of one beau-
because she deserves it. Let go of your past. If someone
tiful woman. She makes me feel like Micheal Jordan, my
left you, count it a blessing. There is always someone
favorite basketball player! My advice to all of you is to
out there that will treat you as the King or Queen that
study your mate and find out everything that you can
you are. Do not settle for anything less. Why would you
about them. Find out what they did not receive in past
do that to yourself? Be with someone who celebrates
relationships and give it to them abundantly. Step out of
you as Inger and I do. You will feel the love, joy, peace
your comfort zone and find someone that can heal with
and happiness that we do and will be able to share
you simultaneously. Establish a bond that can not be
your experience with others as I am sharing with you.
broken, breached, or penetrated. There is nothing that I
Remember, you deserve to be happy and enjoying life
wouldn’t do for my wife and she can never be replaced!
to the fullest. I am not saying that this was easy at all.
She is my Angel infinitely. It is like being with your best
We just decided to roll up our sleeves and work hard at
friend every day and every night. We have certain days
it and it was so worth it! Broken pieces are made to be
we read, watch movies, have tea time and talk and we
happily blended with LOVE!
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TREND SETTER ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY DANIELLE BARTON
Let's Gather TABLE SETTING INSPIRATION AHH. . .THE DINING ROOM. The most adult room in the house. And most likely the most underused room, as well. In my house, it is periodically used as a resting room for items that are not yet put away, but happily out of sight. Now, for me, a dining room was a must-have when searching for our forever house. The small cape from which we moved had a small dining space shared with the kitchen. So, now that I have my very own, it’s time to Gather!!! Over the years, I have built up a beautiful collection of dinnerware, glassware, linens, serving platters & bowls. Most of my pieces are white, so they match with all special occasions and holidays. I do have some antique hand me downs that I love to use along with more everyday pieces. The holidays are closely upon us and I just love setting a special table for my friends and family. If there is one thing that 2020 has taught me, it’s not the “places” that I’ve missed, it’s the people! Let’s celebrate in style! Below are some ideas for creating your own table settings.
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Table Setting Basics Mix and match stemware. When using red and white wine glasses mix up stem and stemless glasses and use pieces from different sets. Always use cloth napkins. They can be placed either to the left of the plate or on top of the plate. Add fresh flowers to the centerpiece. I used plants from my garden here. But even in winter, you can find interesting evergreen branches, twigs, and berries outside for a seasonal centerpiece. Bring in the color! I like to keep my plates white, then add the seasonal colors around them. This pop of color can be found in the centerpiece, a colorful napkin, or even a table cloth. Candles add ambiance! I like to use different length candles - from tapers to tea lights. Just make sure they are unscented so they don't overpower your delicious meal!
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The Pieces
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Mix and match stemware.
2
Always use cloth napkins.
3
Add fresh flowers to the centerpiece.
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Bring in the color!
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Candles add ambiance!
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6. FLOSS FIRST (AND NOT THE DANCE!). Nothing can adequately replace actually getting the string between our teeth. If we floss first, we have a better chance to be more effective in our routine.
5. CONSISTENCY IS KEY. Invest 2 minutes every morning and 2 minutes before bed.
4. PREVENTION IS LESS EXPENSIVE. Like most things in life, allowing for problems to persist makes it harder to restore and repair. It’s true for home repair, relationships, education and….TEETH!
3. ACCESS AND ANGLES. When brushing your teeth or your children’s teeth, we must create better access by moving our lips and cheeks out of way. Then gently brush with the bristles angled along the gum line. This adjustment in technique can be a real smile saver.
2. YES, PROFESSIONAL DENTAL VISITS ARE NECESSARY. Waiting until something hurts usually ends up being a bigger problem. If you don’t trust your dental team, it’s ok to get second opinions.
1. IT’S COMPLICATED. Fluoride itself is not harmful but if used incorrectly, it could possibly relate to health problems. When used properly, in can be a great benefit for your teeth. Please supervise brushing to ensure correct spitting and amount of toothpaste through elementary grade years.
BONUS: WHITER IS NOT BETTER. Kids are increasingly dissatisfied with their natural teeth color and are asking for bleaching products. This is related to trends in adult dentistry and the manufactured images they see on mass media. Teeth color has joined weight, height, and hair in a long list of body image insecurities.
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In The Southern Entertainer’s Cookbook, party design and entertaining blogger Courtney Whitmore puts a modern spin on Southern classics straight from her family’s cookbooks. She also offers a few new favorites alongside entertaining tips to make the most of your gathering. This cookbooks is full of gorgeous full-page photos, party planning ideas, menus, and mouth-watering recipes like Louisiana Hush Puppies with Comeback Dipping Sauce, Poppie’s Fig Jam & Prosciutto Crostini, Southern Fried Chicken Cobb Salad, and Carolina Blackberry Cobbler. VERY MERRY COCKTAILS : 50+ FESTIVE DRINKS FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON BY JESSICA STRAND Food writer Jessica Strand’s kitschy collection is a must-have for holiday hosts and merrymakers alike. Packed full of simple seasonal cocktail recipes, you’re sure to find a new favorite like the bourbon-based “Fireside Glow,” “Partridge in a Pear Tree” champagne sippers, toasty coffee and ice cream “Nutcracker Sweet” toddies, “’Tis the Season Sangria,” or one of her zero-proof libations like “Foamy Mexican Hot Chocolate”. In addition to tasty recipes, Very Merry Cocktails is brimming with vibrant vintage-style photography and advice on how to stock your bar, rim glasses, and garnish your cocktails. THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO VEGETABLE SIDE DISHES : 75 VEGGIE-FILLED DISHES THAT STEAL THE SHOW BY REBECCA LINDAMOOD The Ultimate Guide to Vegetable Side Dishes is mother of five Rebecca Lindamood’s “love letter to vegetables.” Conveniently organized into mini-chapters focusing on 14 different vegetables
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(all commonly found at farmers markets and grocery stores) and accompanied by main dish recommendations, these recipes have changed her picky eaters’ minds about vegetables. Cheesy Broccoli Rice Pancakes, Sriracha-Sesame Cucumber Rice Noodles, Chicken-Fried Eggplant, and Southern-Style Deli Carrot Salad are just a few of the show-stealing side dishes included in this collection. BIG LOVE COOKING : 75 RECIPES FOR SATISFYING, SHAREABLE
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HOPS & VINE ARTICLE RACHEL C. MURPHY | PHOTOGRAPHY ASHLEY ELWELL
Mojito
Off
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FOOD & WINE
Math, S cience, Art and ... Lunch! TWO HEALTHY "SCHOOL" LUNCHES FROM PROOF OF THE PUDDING ARTICLE CHEF VAGN NEILSEN
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one
two
C h i c k e n Te r i y a k i w i t h Cauliflower Rice
Chicken frittata with chives
INGREDIENTS:
INGREDIENTS:
+ 1.5 lbs. skinless chicken breast
+ 10 oz. precooked chicken sausage
+ 1/4 cup light brown sugar
+ 12 eggs
+ ¼ cup honey
+ ½ tsp salt
+ ½ cup light soy
+ 1 cup half and half
+ 1 medium garlic clove finely diced
+ 2 tbsp butter
+ 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
+ ½ medium diced red onion + 2 small garlic cloves - finely diced
DIRECTIONS
+ 4 oz shredded cheddar cheese
Cut chicken into thin strips, set aside.
+ chopped fresh oregano
Combine all the rest of the ingredients.
+ Finely diced fresh chives
Add a little vegetable oil to a skillet and when hot
+ 1 sliced avocado
sauté the chicken for 2 minutes. Add the remaining mixed ingredients and cook for 2 minutes. Serve the chicken over cauliflower rice.
DIRECTIONS Dice the sausage and sauté off in a skillet together with the diced red onions. Whisk the eggs and half and half together and add
Cauliflower rice + 1 medium cauliflower
the remaining items except the avocado and cheese. Add the egg mixture to the pan stir lightly and
+ 3 tbsp olive oil
bake in the oven approximately 10 minutes in the
+ 1 medium finely diced red onion
oven at 275.
+ 3 tbsp chopped parsley + Juice from 1 small lemon + Pinch of salt
Add the shredded cheese and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Serve with the sliced avocado and a mild salsa.
DIRECTIONS Cut cauliflower into smaller pieces and coarsely chop in food processor. In a hot skillet sauté onions and cauliflower for approximately 5 minutes. Add parsley, salt and lemon juice. CityLifestyle.com/SmyrnaVinings
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DIY ARTICLE NICOLETTE MARTIN
Pumpkin Pe r fe c t i o n PUT THE CARVING TOOLS DOWN + CHECK OUT HOW YOU CAN ADD SOME PIZZAZZ TO YOUR PUMPKINS WITH JUST A PAINT BRUSH
THE +
For this design, you’ll need several pumpkins or gourds in various shapes and sizes, some white and metallic acrylic paint, hot glue and some fake creepy crawlers.
+
Paint
your
“background”
pumpkins in metallic colors. For your centerpiece, use white paint to cover the body, metallic paint for the stem and hot glue your creepy crawlers all around.
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C R E E P Y C R AW L E R
THE
G A L AC T I C GOURD
+
Go to the “dark side” with this design that requires matte black paint, white paint, some metallic paint (for an out-ofthis-world vibe) and some newspapers. Be careful—this one could get messy!
+
Leave your stems natural or cover with metallic paint if desired. Then, coat your mini pumpkins in matte black paint— be sure to cover everything!
+
You can leave some matte black, but for an extra touch, lay out newspaper and splatter your white paint onto some of your black pumpkins. Bonus—as long as you catch it before it dries, any paint should be easily removed with some warm water.
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DIY (CONTINUED)
+
Start with several mini pumpkins. (We prefer to use fake ones so you don’t have to worry about leaving them out too long!) You’ll also need some white paint, metallic paint and black paint. Twine is optional to add a slightly rustic vibe to the stems.
+
Paint all of the stems with black paint and wrap some with twine if desired. Then, create several different looks with combinations of metallic and flat paint. Make extra creepy “oozing” pumpkins by allowing paint to run down the sides.
+
Don’t feel limited to solid colors! Experiment here with different patterns and textures (like painting over lace or using a sponge to apply paint instead of a brush), and add some extra sparkle with glitter!
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THE
METALLIC
MASTERPIECE
REALTY REPORT NEIGHBORHOOD
VININGSREALTY REPORT
ORIGINAL PRICE
SOLD PRICE
%SOLD/ORIG
DOM
BDRMS
BATHS
Vinings
$1,943,500
$1,892,500
97%
59
7
7
Brandy Station
$995,000
$995,000
100%
2
6
5
Vinings Heights
$850,000
$882,500
104%
92
4
5
Brandy Station
$870,000
$820,000
94%
144
5
5
Hayes Walk at Forest Hills
$815,000
$815,000
100%
16
5
4
Stonecrest Manor
$749,000
$735,000
98%
5
5
5
Lakeside at Covered Bridge
$739,000
$700,000
95%
123
6
5
Abbington at Wildwood
$679,900
$690,000
101%
6
3
4
Maple Shade
$654,800
$648,000
99%
56
5
4
Williams Park
$638,000
$638,000
100%
4
4
4
Collier Gate
$589,900
$610,000
103%
3
6
7
One Ivy Walk
$600,000
$600,000
100%
0
4
5
Battery at Paces Ferry
$560,000
$540,000
96%
437
3
4
Forest Hills
$575,000
$535,000
93%
8
4
5
Forest Hills
$530,000
$530,000
100%
4
5
4
Reserve at Wildwood
$539,900
$530,000
98%
24
3
4
Woodland Walk
$535,000
$530,000
99%
1
5
3
Springhill
$515,000
$525,000
102%
2
3
2
Covered Bridge Crossing
$525,000
$525,000
100%
20
4
5
HERITAGE AT VININGS
$519,900
$519,900
100%
2
5
5
Barnes Mill
$515,000
$515,000
100%
8
4
3
Sherwood Commons
$525,000
$515,000
98%
135
4
4
Information compiled f rom First Multiple Listing Service and Georgia Multiple Listing Service f rom dates of 8/1/20 to 8/31/20. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and not a complete list of all activity. *DOM=Days on Market
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OCTOBER
LIFESTYLE CALENDAR
1
Come out to enjoy the 2nd annual
The Marietta Square farmers market
Brooklyn Day Atlanta Party!
gathers an average of 65 vendors
ANYTIME FITNESS GRAND OPENING W/ THE FREEZE
Admission: $15
offering a variety of fresh, locally
Due to COVID-19, event could be
grown, seasonal produce, and garden
changed or cancelled, please check
products. A little bit of "old town" south
with the organizer prior to event.
and fresh air awaits with tasty lemon-
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ade, fresh foods and much more!
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'The Freeze' mascot, Durran Dunn, from The Atlanta Braves games races fans between innings but has now opened his first Anytime Fitness Gym. Come out to his Grand Opening and show your support!
3
Market is limited to 200 people at at time.
OLD FOURTH WARD PARK ARTS FESTIVAL 2020
Historic Fourth Ward Park. 680 Dallas Street Northeast Atlanta, GA 30308;
Admission: Free
8 MOBILE SOCIAL MONTHLY BIKE RIDE
2
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MARIETTA SQUARE ART WALK
Association, this two-day ( 10/3- 10/4)
The Mobile Social bike ride departs
Historic Marietta Square; 5 PM to 9
arts festival has become the perfect
from Woodruff Park on an easy-pace
PM, rain or shine
celebration of the artistic innovation
no drop ride that's great for all levels
Bring the family out to this free, self
that the Old Fourth Ward neighbor-
of bike riders. Distance is typically
guided Art Walk tour showcasing
hood embodies. Enjoy art from up
7- 9 miles and ends at a food or
local original art & artists.
to 150 local & regional artists. Also
beverage establishment for eats &
Enjoy late-night shopping, patio din-
enjoy children's play area, local food,
drinks. Enjoy!!
ing, fine art, & live music!
beverages & live entertainment!
Named "Best New Event" by the Southeast
Festivals
and
Events
THE 2ND ANNUAL BROOKLYN DAY ATLANTA PARTY
Murphy Park. Address: 880 Woodrow Street Southwest Atlanta, GA 30310; 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM
NW; 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
8
Admission: Free
3
Woodruff Park. 91 Peachtree Street
3
ATLANTA JOB FAIR
The Westin Peachtree Plaza. 210
MARIETTA SQUARE FARMERS MARKET
Peachtree Street Northwest Atlanta,
41 Mill Street Marietta, GA 30060; 9:00
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PM- 10:30 PM; Oct 17-18 from 12:00
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PM- 6:00 PM
souvenir acrylic wine glass, and all
Taste of Atlanta, the city's 19th
wine, mimosa, beer & cider samples.
10
annual food & drink festival show-
Tickets: $45 advance,
casing local restaurants will take
October 22, & $60 day of event
PORCHES & PIES FESTIVAL BAKEOFF 2020 CONTESTANT ENTRY
place October 16-18, 2020.
Questions: kari@atlantawinefesti-
festival will be offering craveable
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dishes alongside hands-on cooking
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classes, chef demonstrations, an
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all-inclusive VIP experience with
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
bottomless wine, beer, & cocktails.
In this citywide bake-off, Atlanta's
Additionally, the festival will have a
pastry chefs & home bakers will
Friday Night Kickoff party that you
enter sweet and savory pies to be
do not want to miss!
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ATLANTA FALL WINE FESTIVAL @ HISTORIC 4TH WARD PARK Historic 4th Ward Park Atlanta, GA;
TASTE OF ATLANTA
us? We would love to hear from you!
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Historic Fourth Ward Park. 680 Dallas
This is a 21 & up event.
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Will have 50+ wines, beer, & cider,
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live music, DJ tent & more!
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PARTING THOUGHTS
Here’s an Idea!
ARTICLE SUSAN BALDANI
MANAGING THOSE PESKY RECIPES FROM THE INTERNET AND ELSEWHERE LIKE MANY PEOPLE WHO LIKE TO SPEND TIME IN THE
binder, I labeled the tabs as Breakfasts, Soups, Breads, Pastas,
KITCHEN, I’M ALWAYS TEARING RECIPES OUT OF MAG-
Meats, and Vegetables; for the dessert binder, I divided them up as
AZINES, PRINTING THEM OUT FROM THE INTERNET, OR
Pies, Cookies, Cakes, Candies, and Bars.
GETTING THEM FROM FAMILY AND FRIENDS. This has led
Second, I collected the recipes from all over the house and sep-
to a wonderful collection of amazing recipes but since they were
arated the meals from the desserts. Once that was done, I inserted
scattered all over the house, I couldn’t always find them when
them into the sleeves in the correct tab locations. The recipes are
needed. Some were in drawers, some in boxes, and others stuffed
easy to remove when needed, plus, the plastic coverings help them
between the pages of old cookbooks.
stay clean if something spills while assembling the ingredients.
After searching one too many times, I decided to do some-
When finished, it’s easy to pop the recipe right back into the binder.
thing about it. I put my organizational skills to use and came up
The next time you’re searching all over for that special recipe, think
with a much better solution.
about putting them in order. It does take a good amount of time ini-
First, I bought two big binders—one for meals and one for des-
tially but once it’s done it will make your culinary life so much easier.
serts. I then filled these with plastic sleeve inserts and divided them
And each time you print, tear, or cut out another recipe, be sure to
into sections using yellow tab dividers. For example, for the meal
put it in a binder right away, or else you’ll be on the hunt once again.
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