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7/07
Joe Amitrano
Verra-Zanno Pizzeria
Joe Amitrano of Verra-Zanno Pizzeria is perhaps
the most passionate pizza maker in the metro Atlanta area.
He uses only the best available products, including Grande cheese
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6/07
Michael Tuohy
Woodfire Grill
Being from northern California, Chef Michael Tuohy
has been at the forefront of the local organic movement since
the day he arrived, and long ...continued |
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5/07
Greg Koetting
Wine Director at Paul's
Greg Koetting is one of the most respected wine
personalities in the business and has worked with local chef
super-talents: Mike Tuohy, Richard Blais and Paul Albrecht ...continued |
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4/07
Nicolas Bour
Blue-Eyed Daisy
Chef Nicolas Bour built a fanatic following for
his bistro-style cooking during his days at the now-defunct Iris.
As a pioneer in the edgy East Atlanta Village, Bour grabbed his
share of attention with smart dishes such as duck confit, a sublime
lobster bisque and free-form ravioli. ...continued |
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3/07
Aim Suteeluxnaporn
Spoon
A few years ago, I found myself at the Art Institute
of Atlanta (AIA), grading young aspiring chefs on their final
project — a favor for an old chef friend who teaches in
the Culinary Arts division. It was there that I first stumbled
across a promising young chef from Thailand by the name of Aim
Suteeluxnaporn. ...continued |
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2/07
Penney Sue Balmes
11:11 Tea House
One step into 11:11 Teahouse, a quirky gathering
hole and tea sanctuary on the edge of Inman Park, and you’re
in a different world — or, at least, a very therapeutic
living room. Owner and tea wizard Penney Sue Balmes took time
out to share her perspective on life with tea. continued... |
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12/06
Gregg Herndon and Jack Sobel
Redfish
Q: You have been the chef and owner of several great restaurants
in your lifetime. How would you say Redfish measures up to your previous
ventures?
A: Redfish is still in its infancy, and it takes time
to develop cooks and wait staff. Tiburon Grille and Taste of New Orleans
had personnel that had been there for years. I am very fortunate to have
partnered with Jack Sobel at Redfish; he alleviates a lot of the behind-the-scene
pressures of operating a restaurant on a daily basis, giving me the opportunity
to spend more time in the kitchen. Redfish has already grown more than
we could ever have expected in the short time it has been open.
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11/06
Tyler Westbrook
Vine
Tyler Westbrook took over the Vine kitchen at
just 24 years of age. Now barely 25, an age at which most chefs
can't find their way around a clever, he is quickly emerging
as one of the city's most talented chefs.
I recently had the pleasure of meeting this continued... |
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10/06
Mario D'Elia
Bella's Pizzeria
Mario D'Elia is the man behind the recipes at
the famed Bella's Pizzeria. His pizza is touted by many
as the best in the city.
I wanted to dig a little deeper into what it's like to be in the pizza
buisiness, a business that seems continued... |
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9/06
Tamar Adler
Farm 255
Farm 255 is the first farm-based restaurant
to open its doors to diners in Athens. It’s in such close
proximity to us, here in Atlanta, that we’ll just go ahead
and call it the first of its kind to open its doors in our
grazing vicinity.
Chef Tamar Adler commands the kitchen of this popular Athens’ eatery.
She was formerly a big-city magazine editor before ditching journalism continued... |
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8/06
Linton Hopkins
Restaurant Eugene
In the spring of 2004 Restaurant Eugene opened
its doors for business. Today, it hails as one of this city’s
finest restaurants under chef/owner Linton Hopkins. continued...
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5/06
Besha Rodell
Dining Critic - Creative Loafing
Please join us Monday, May 1st at 2pm for a live
and open to the public Q&A with Besha Rodell, dining critic
for Creative Loafing. continued... |
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4/06
Glen Sprouse
5 Seasons Brewing
Glen Sprouse (Head Brewer at 5 Seasons Brewing)
is one of the most fascinating individuals I've ever sat down
and had a conversation with. Those that know him know
that he can be a man of many words but as copious as he
tends to be, he never bores me. I see it as my time to
just listen and learn. continued...
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3/06
Lamar Thomas
East West Bistro (Athens, Ga)
Lamar Thomas, a passionate AC forum member,
is one of the most interesting chefs I've ever encountered. He's
not your ordinary chef, he's also a teacher, sharp businessman
and passionate food writer. Not to mention, he’s
just about as verbose as they come. But that’s okay,
his words are insightful and I always seem to learn something
every single continued...
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1/06
January Hodgson
Savor Specialty Foods
Currently, I purchase all my cheeses and things
at an interesting little family run specialty foods shop in Buckhead
named Savor. They sell, among other items, exotic estate olive
oils, sublime cheeses and fine salts. continued... |
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12/05
Carmen Cappello
Mix
I would probably have to say that my most surprising
meal of 2005 happened at Mix under a sure-handed young chef by
the name of Carmen Cappello. Mix has a certain vibe similar to
that of Piebar and other popular see and be ‘scene’ places – but
don’t be fooled! – the food here is both creatively
adventurous and well executed. continued... |
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10/05 Todd
Mussman and Ryan Turner
Muss & Turner's
Todd Mussman and Ryan Turner have become an instant
hit with their critically acclaimed sandwich and specialty shop
(Muss and Turner’s) located in Smyrna. Today we sit
down with these two rising culinary stars (Todd and Ryan) in
hopes to get a better feel for just who they are and what they
are trying to accomplish. continued... |
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8/05 Cliff
Bostock
Food Critic for Creative Loafing
Cliff Bostock is the long-time food writer of Creative
Loafing and has written for numerous publications including
the AJC. However, at least among us foodies, he is most recognized
for his weekly food column (Grazing) in Creative Loafing. continued...
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7/05 Hillary
Brown
Flagpole (Athens, Ga) Food Critic
Before we start, I'd first like to thank Hillary Brown
for taking the time to be here with us today. Hillary is
the food critic for the Flagpole, a popular publication in neighboring
Athens, Ga. She is also the Art Director for the popular
local restaurant publication Knife & Fork, run by her mother
and long-time Atlanta food critic, Christiane Lauterbach. continued... |
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6/05 David
Larkworthy
5 Seasons Brewing
If there were an award for the best, least mentioned
chef in Atlanta, David Larkworthy of 5 Seasons Brewing (also
known as "The 5") would most likely be atop the short
list. He's a mild-mannered family man who passionately supports
our local organic farmers and has an unequivocal appreciation
for good beer. |
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4/05 Takao
Moriuchi
Taka Sushi Cafe
Takao Moriuchi of Taka Sushi Café is finally
receiving the attention he so rightfully deserves. Offering the
freshest sushi Atlanta has to offer with an awe-inspiring artistry |
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2/05 John
Kessler
Former AJC Food Critic
Our AC forum members conduct live Q&A with
former AJC food critic, John Kessler. |
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1/05 Chad
Scott
Trattoria Monaco
Chef Chad Scott is a graduate of the prestigious
Culinary Institute of America – Hyde Park, Chad has worked
with renowned chefs’ Daniel Orr at Le Grenuille, pastry
chef Eric Bedoucha, and Christophe Vessaire at
Grappa. |
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11/04 David
Jeffries
Park 75
David Jeffries is one of the most passionate chefs
in Atlanta, I'll even go as far as saying he is one of the most
passionate and talented chefs you'll find anywhere in
the world. |
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10/04 Chris
Hall
The Sun Dial Restaurant
The first ever AC live online interview, conducted
on our message board.
Many of you may not yet be familiar with the name Chris Hall. Hall
began his culinary career at Le Bec-Fin, a 5-Star French restaurant owned
by legendary chef Georges
Perrier, |
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9/04 Richard
Blais (II)
BaZzaaR
We all know Chef Blais has an extraordinary
combination of training. He’s worked under greats such
as, Thomas Keller at The French Laundry in Yountville, California.
He’s also done time at the inspirational Restaurant Daniel
in New York as well as stints
at...
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7/04 Hector
Santiago
Pura Vida
Chef Hector Santiago is truly passionate about
food & cooking. Although he has a degree in business, his
passion for cooking was inspired by Puerto Rican Chef Giovanna
Huyke. While cooking under her at the El San Juan Hotel & Casino's
Don Juan Restaurant, he developed a passion for great food. She
was the inspiration for Santiago... |
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5/04 Kevin
Rathbun
Rathbun's
Executive chef Kevin Rathbun was Atlanta's first
true look at a celebrity chef. He's been on numerous television
shows, including, The Today Show (NBC), The Early Show (CBS),
The Food Network and PBS 'Great Chefs'. A 1994 James Beard Award – 'Rising
Star Chef' highlights his long list of lifetime culinary
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4/04 Linton
Hopkins
Restaurant Eugene
Hopkins’ success in the culinary world has
been remarkable, especially since it came close to never happening.
As a college student at Emory University, Hopkins was pre-med,
majoring in anthropology. Although he had always been fond of
the culinary arts, a passion that he picked up from his grandfather Eugene... |
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3/04 Riccardo
Ullio
Sotto Sotto
“Hush, hush,” these are the comforting
words heard from your mother as a child to soothe a hurt knee,
a broken heart. There are times as an adult when you still seek
that type of solace. Someone to coddle you, calm your harried
psyche. These are the days to head to Sotto
Sotto.... |
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