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Corks & Forks 2011 @ Grant Park

2011-08-29T13:48:00.000-04:00

I went to the Corks & Forks – A fine food and wine event on Sunday (8/28/11). Not very crowded. The wine selection was not the greatest. Only one of the three tables for wine had a line. So I did not get to try that one. I did hear that the Wine Nazi was there. Food selections included Six Feet Under, Abattoir, Rathbuns, Sun Dial, Spice Market, The Melting Pot, Cake Hag, Canoe, Season's 52, Sweet Georgia's Juke Joint, and Bhojanic.

Food wise, my favorite was Sun Dial, with a Gouda crusted grits and pork belly. I think Rathbuns thai noodles and Six Feet Under's shrimp and cheese grits were amazing also.

Dessert wise. Cake Hag was good but the Melting Pot's strawberry, pound cake, and brownie covered in chocolate stole the show. Sorry Canoe, but I still don't know what you served me other than it was ice cream on a baby cone.

Great event, I just wish I would have drank more wine!

Review by HTLJOSE

C & S Seafood & Oyster Bar - Atlanta, GA

2010-09-30T09:18:00.001-04:00

One of the few good fresh seafood places in Atlanta. It has been opened for a couple of years. Great location ITP at the corner of Cobb Pkwy and Paces Mill Rd. The menu is huge. Front side is drink and wine selection. The wine list covers mane varietals from all over the world. I started out the meal with one the specials of the day, carrot-ginger-coriander soup. One word, AMAZING. I love soups (thanks to ROOM at Twelve), but this soup was perfect with the right amount of zing. I then ordered another special of the day, Pacific Marlin, with purple mashed potatoes, and green beans. The fish tasted very fresh. The rest of the party ordered an Parmesan Encrusted Flounder, and Chilean Sea Bass with Spicy Chili Garlic sauce. I guess the next time, I need to order some appetizers especially oysters. The fish selection looked great in the fridge that was viewable from the dining area. Great place for a power lunch and business dinner, and it’s quaint enough for a date!

C & S Seafood & Oyster House

3240 Cobb Pkwy

Atlanta, GA 30339

Reviewed by HTLjose

Corks and Forks @ Summer Shade in Grant Park

2010-09-29T13:38:00.008-04:00

Congratulations to this year's event organizers! It was great to see I will not get wet since it seems to rain every year for this event. The tents were nicely decorated and spacious. I enjoyed seeing old faces like Chef Rathburn (Rathburn's) and Chef Carvel Grant Gould (Canoe) but I was disappointed with their food choices (popcorn ice cream???) come on it's for a good cause (Grant Park Conservancy)! Of course their choices were delicious but a little more substance next year guys. The new guys on the block were impressive! Dogwood's Chef Shane Touhy and Going Coastal were among my favorites. Il Mulino's raviolis were amazing (yes! I had seconds). Runner ups were Peasant Bistro's Michael Patria and Milton's Chef Boyd A. Rose (best kept secret OTP). The wine selections were good and the sommeliers were very friendly (not to mention very patient with all of the wineignoramous types). Overall it was a delightful experience and I can not feel better about helping preserve Atlanta's Park. However don't expect to see any local favorites from Grant Park or authentic international cuisine. This one is for the big leaguers only!

Capt. Charlie's - REEF GRILL - Juno Beach, FL

2010-02-12T12:37:00.001-05:00

Classic.....I go down to Florida often, and this is still the place to go for fresh fish, great wine.....and of course....DESSERTS. I tell everyone about this place. From the coleslaw....to any fish with double veggies.....you can’t go wrong.......my first dish ever was a Peppered Swordfish with Portobello Linguini......I will never forget that.

Reviewed by HTLjose

Two Urban Licks - Atlanta

2010-02-12T12:35:00.001-05:00

I fell in love with the place when we pulled into the valet. Then walking through the tall swing doors, into a beautiful space or art, people, food, and of course drinks. The space is just amazing to view from all corners. The only thing I did not like was the booth for 6 that they sat us in right by the glass enclosed rotisserie. Let’s just say, it was little hot, even with the AC and the doors down later. The food was great! A must spot for many times again, just make sure they keep you away from the booth for 6 that is HOT!

Reviewed by HTLjose

JCT Kitchen & Bar

2010-02-12T12:33:00.001-05:00

A little hidden treasure that I was very happy to find. First the KITCHEN has great choices in the menu. Next time I will try the fried chicken, but the grits were amazing. I had the fish of the day, and it was great. Went upstairs to the BAR. I actually fell in love with it the week before when I walked by it when it was closed. Great people, great choices, great locale. The BAR has a great patio and live music for a great evening with friends.

Il Mulino - Atlanta

2010-02-12T12:30:00.002-05:00

I had heard about the original location in New York from a client. From what people told me, this place lived up to the hype. Great meal and great service equals a great evening no matter the cost. I had the Ravioli Porcini and the Veal Arugula. They were both amazing. The wine recommendation by the captain was good. It was a Super Tuscan wine. I will tell everyone to go here and I will be back for more.

Review by HTLjose

The Painted Table Cafe

2009-12-14T13:09:00.002-05:00

This new artsy cafe just opened in the former Zocalo Taqueria location in Grant Park. The atmosphere was trendy with local artists works decorating the walls. The menu was extensive but did not offer any dinner items. Since it was dinner time, we tried to choose from the few hot menu items (we were told the menu was being developed). We ordered the fish special, unfortunately there was nothing special about it. I would suggest the owner/chef sticks to plan A, breakfast and lunch. I plan on coming back for breakfast and give it another try. By the way, none of the tables are painted!

BLT Steak = too much information and great food

2009-12-11T16:11:00.004-05:00

BLT Steak at the W Downtown Atlanta is a little hidden from the road, but once you find it you will be pleased. Smaller than what I expected, but I liked that. Too much information means that the waiter right off from the beginning started all his explanations about the place and the menu and did not stop for about 5 minutes. My party of four only remembered bits and pieces of what he said. The menu was very easy to read, but on the back of the menu was an encyclopedia of STEAK. I thought it was pretty cool, but again too much information. You will love the cheese bread balls they bring out before dinner, they are very cool looking and taste great with the salt and butter they bring you. You can either order from the regular menu or the chalk board menu. I highly recommend the 14-oz. NY Strip, with the mac & cheese, and grilled asparagus. I also tried the Braised Short Ribs. Overall, I had a great experience, with great wine, great food, and great service. The only thing that I will try next time, will be some of their Artisanal American Cheeses from the cheese board they have in the dining room. Maybe you can try it first…..ENJOY

Reviewed by: HTLjose