Sunday, November 22, 2009
Food, "Dish", Atlanta
Happy Thanksgiving (sans the hard work)
Our guide to gobbling good feasts in Atlanta
By Katie Gallagher
The Thanksgiving experience of intimate exchange over the aromas of love in food form can be found without lifting a finger. Whether you’re looking for low-key and comfortable or upscale and inventive, we’ve got you covered. Give thanks for a day free from cleanup, and check out these delicious, hassle-free options for enjoying the holiday with loved ones.
SPICE MARKET
Located inside the W-Atlanta Midtown, Spice Market offers traditional flavors with an inventive spin on the expected. The intimate elegance of the interiors translates into the bold flavors found in Chef de Cuisine Ian Winslade’s dishes. The Thanksgiving menu will be prix fixe, and reservations are recommended. 188 14th St. NE. 404-549-5450. www.spicemarketatlanta.com
CRAFT ATLANTA
A delectable menu of holiday favorites awaits you as Chef de Cuisine Kevin Maxey delivers the first Thanksgiving feast for Craft Atlanta. The fare will include Owner and Chef Tom Colicchio’s sausage stuffing, joined with other seasonal dishes to create an inviting three-course experience. Celebrate from 2 to 8 p.m. for $85 per person. 3376 Peachtree Road. 404-995-7580. www.craftrestaurant.com
30 TABLES
Savor delightful creations from Chef Daniel Chance amid the cascading natural light and exposed brick in the comfortably chic dining room of 30 Tables located in the Glenn Hotel downtown. The buffet will be served from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The cost is $35 for adults and $15 for children under 12. 110 Marietta St. NW. 404-469-0700. www.30tables.com
CANOE
Escape to Canoe for a getaway feel within city limits. The rustic appeals of the tranquil surroundings on the Chattahoochee River are reflected in the warm design of the restaurant, which we’re thankful just reopened after major flood damage. This inaugural Thanksgiving feast will be a three-course menu offered at $55 per person. 4199 Paces Ferry Road. 770-432-2663. www.canoeatl.com.
ALON’S BAKERY AND MARKET
Keep it simple: Let Alon and his team do the work. Please your guests with a range of options from the hors d’oeuvres to dessert on your own table from the Alon’s take-home menu. Offerings include pate with pear chutney, whole roasted turkey, rib-eye roast and cranberry-raspberry mousse cake. 1394 N. Highland Ave. 404-872-6000 or 4505 Ashford Dunwoody Road. 678-397-1781 www.alons.com.
ROSEBUD
Along with a scrumptious three-course menu of home-style regulars, Rosebud is offering a smattering of tasty cocktails to be enjoyed on this holiday away from home. Toast to everything you’re thankful for with the cold apple pie, a delicious blend of local apple cider, tuaca, ginger liquor and fresh nutmeg. Celebrate from 12 to 7 p.m. Cost is $42 per adult, $20 for children and $20 for solo diners. 1397 N. Highland Ave. 404-347-9747. www.rosebudatlanta.com.
LIVINGSTON RESTAURANT + BAR
Sup on the savory cuisine from Chef Gary Mennie’s “Livingston style” Thanksgiving buffet in the bright and modern dining room within one of Atlanta’s historical buildings. The buffet will include traditional Tanglewood Farms roasted all-natural turkey prepared two ways or house-made chorizo with sourdough bread dressing, and is available from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at $30 per adult and $13 for children 12 and under. 656 Peachtree St. NE. 404-897-5000. www.livingstonrestaurant.com.
FOOD 101
The Southern-style selection at Food 101 offers a decadent medley of traditional staples, including herb roasted turkey, stuffing and bourbon pecan pie. Make yourself at home from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost is $39 per adult and $19 per child. Children under 5 eat free. 4969 Roswell Road. 404-497-9700. www.101concepts.com.
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