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Bacon Asparagus Pasta
Super simple. Cook bacon and remove. Cook asparagus in rendered bacon fat. Pour off extra fat and toss bacon and asparagus with pasta.… Read More »
Head over to our Lunch with Lauren Facebook Group and join in on the fun! Meanwhile, three of Lauren’s top posts from last week can be found below!
Hattie B’s Hot ChickenHave y’all been to Hattie B’s Hot Chicken- Atlanta, GA? It’s in little 5, off of Moreland. I went this week to meet a new friend and was so happy with this meal.… Read More »
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Dunwoody High School’s DeforestationAt the beginning of July, Facebook exploded with images of portables teetering on cinder blocks on Dunwoody High School’s deforestation. Most were shocked when the tall trees at the corner of Vermack and Womack roads were completely leveled over spring break but outraged when faced with their replacement.… Read More »
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I’m not sure if there is a better way to celebrate the return of football season, than a pig roast. Some of our friends have planned an annual pig roast for the last 4 years and it is no joke. The men (and boys) camp in the backyard, tending to the smoker and making sure all the meat goes in the smoker at the right time and keeping the temperature right.… Read More »
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School’s back in session so you may find some time to grab lunch with a friend. These are some of my local favorites:
It’s no secret that I love Ivy Tea House. Yes, it is adorable with it’s shabby chic interior and mix n’ match china. Yes, it’s down the street from Carolee’s adorable boutique and other fun shops.… Read More »
Head over to our Lunch with Lauren Facebook Group and join in on the fun! Meanwhile, three of Lauren’s top posts from last week can be found below!
Personal Chef for Stress Free OccasionsHave you ever considered a personal chef to make a special occasion stress-free? A friend invited us to her beautiful home to celebrate another friend’s birthday and had Massimo Mariano cook the most wonderful meal.… Read More »
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We aren’t sure if this is true but Lauren thinks so…..
It was Lauren’s birthday so she gave away a Moondog Growlers gift card and tickets to Medieval Times! Congrats to our winners, Cindy B.… Read More »
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FūDO (food-oh) in Chamblee is self-described as Asian mix or fusion, which was immediately off putting. I’ve found in most situations fusion is just short for confusion, but I’ll admit that FūDO is a tasty exception.
We started with the grilled Brussel sprouts with creamy garlic ponzu.… Read More »
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Here are some of the text convos I had this week:
I prefer a global santoku, which is small and light, but my husband prefers a wustof chef’s knife, which is the exact opposite. But to be honest, sharp knife > expensive knife.… Read More »
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My favorite summer cocktails are PINK!
There is nothing worse than cracking open a watermelon only to find it’s not as sweet as you’d like. Cube that bad boy up and throw it in your freezer. Add to a blender with lime juice and zest and rosé. (You may have to do a couple batches).… Read More »
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I get a fair amount of text questions, which I love. Most of my texts come from my mom texting me links to articles she knows I won’t read via email. Here are a few I got this week that may benefit you:
by Lauren Townsend for The Aha! Connection
Ponko Chicken is Japanese-American fare and it’s SO yummy. It’s a super casual place, right off I85 and Chamblee-Tucker that specializes in crispy chicken tenders. If you get a plate, you get 3 tenders and two side choices from: ponko rice, brown rice, ponko fries, sweet fries, potato salad, cole slaw, ponko pickles, green beans, or side salad.… Read More »
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Dunwoody Restaurant Week has wrapped up but I want to encourage you to dine at your favorite local establishments year-round. I know there is a community desire to bring new and different restaurants to Dunwoody, but in order to make that happen, first we have to support the ones we have, to show longevity and prove we are a community that patronizes our restaurants.… Read More »
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I bought too many potatoes last week for a thing and so I roasted 8 or so tonight. Rinsed, cut, tossed in olive oil, minced 5 cloves of garlic, salt and pepper. Roast at 400° for 45 minutes.… Read More »
