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Guide To Misadventures in Bread Baking
In the 1960’s, during the height of American Wonder Bread, Julia Child said, “How can a nation be great if its bread tastes like Kleenex?” Mass-produced packaged bread was expensive, convenient, and represented by cute cartoon commercials… it was a symbol of stability and privilege. Oh Julia, how we’ve changed. Artisan bakeries and fresh-baked bread are all the rage in America now… how...
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Tom Eats
Two Institutions of Higher Wieners
There’s plenty of hot dog joints here in the Atlanta area, but only two are recognized as hot dog institutions, besides...
INC. Street Food Lures In The Ladies
I’m not one to pull the “authenticity” card, nor do I sneer at fusion cuisine. If it tastes good, who...
Food Find: Biscotti By David Jeffries Kitchen
Remember the eccentric David Jeffries, former pastry chef of Park 75? Jeffries was most known for his kinky flavor combinations,...
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“Oak” On The Water
Most foodies are able to describe the affect of oak on their favorite wine varietal. Chardonnay, for example, becomes decadent and buttery with lingering bitterness. Or, in a word, “oaky.” Your neighborhood beer connoisseur will tell you that wood aging will play similar tricks on your favorite beer styles. Better yet, brewmasters track down used barrels from whiskey, port, and even, yes, Chardonnay,...
Beer Tip: Bell’s Hopslam
I keep touting Bell’s Brewery — they keep putting out great beer. I’m at it again now that Hopslam has finally made its Atlanta debut a few short days ago. Forgive me, I would’ve posted sooner but I was busy publishing our Atlanta Cuisine February paper issue. This hopped up monster pours a pale bronze with small white head that quickly dissipates under the robust strength...
Field Guide to Founders
Michigan based Founders Brewing Company enjoys critical acclaim and the devotion of beer enthusiasts across the country. Their name has become synonymous with bold beers utilizing non-traditional brewing techniques and ingredients, the result of passion and commitment to a dream. As college students, Mike Stevens and Dave Engbers dreamed of opening a brewery. Avid craft been enthusiasts, they began...
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