Cold Comfort @ Morelli's

Rum Raisin + Sweet Potato Pie + Sugar Cone = JOY

The absolute definition of comfort food in a cone. What a great way to turn all of the best deadly rich fall flavors into a deadly rich ice cream treat! This decadent combination is my current favorite blend of Morelli’s Ice Cream flavors. But, […]

Atlanta Dogwood Festival 2009… this weekend

Atlanta Dogwood Festival 2009 — April 17-19, 2009

Back in Piedmont park… right where it belongs

Over 250 artists, an assortment of musicians from different genres, festival food and beer!! What more do you need?? Stuff for the kids? Yep. Stuff for dogs?? No… except for the Dog Disc Exhibition, but that’s for exhibition […]

Paolo's — Valentine's Day Flavors

Red Rose — The floral heady aroma of red roses fill your senses with each bite. This is one of the best uses of rose syrup I’ve ever tasted. The essence of a rose is achieved with great success.

Dulce De Leche — Rich caramel, this gelato pairs beautifully with their red rose.

Coconut […]

Paolo's — Today's Favorite Flavors

The Best Flavors of the Day:

Millefiori — A gorgeous shade of purple, this delicate floral and fruity gelato reminds me of their violet… but, even better!

Torrencino — A creamy nougaty vanilla laced with butterscotch

Walnut — Rich and nutty… Yum!

Toffee — A deep dark toffee with bits of chocolate

Strawberry Cheesecake […]

Chinatown & Little Italy

A holiday trip to NYC was just what the doctor ordered. It was delightful, hectic, nostalgic, jam-packed with activities, and making us hungry for more… soon!

Our favorite stops in Little Italy:

DiPalo’s (established 1925): 200 Grand St. — An incredibly popular Italian specialty foods shop that offers an assortment of cured meats, cheeses, honey, […]

Durian, Jackfruit and Coconut Ice Cream

On a recent visit to the Dekalb Farmer’s Market, we found three flavors of ice cream. The Aroy-D brand (Made in Thailand) offers Durian, Jackfruit and Coconut Ice cream. Each flavor uses an ice cream base of coconut milk and sugar before adding a fine dice of fruit. The resulting ice cream has a texture […]

Paolo's Gelato

The Setting: A charming little shop (and, I do mean little) that serves up some of the best gelato in Atlanta.

The Staff: Super Friendly

The Gelato: It’s all good! You can’t go wrong with your choice of flavor. But, some of our favorites include Violet, Dulce de Lece, Zabione, Pistachio, Bacio, Chestnut, Capuccino, […]

Parish

The Setting: Parish Foods & Goods is housed in a charming two story building jam-packed with character. From the exposed terra cotta bricks to the antique mirror that towers over the bar to worn leather chairs in the entry that scream “sit on me”, Parish welcomes you even before the staff. Warm terra cotta […]

Taste of Atlanta — Atlantic Station

Taste of Atlanta’s 2-day outdoor food festival will take place on the streets of Atlantic Station this weekend Saturday, October 11th and Sunday, October 12th.

Over 70 Atlanta Area restaurants will be participating in this event. Live cooking demonstrations, live entertainment, street performers, food samples(available for purchase with taste coupons) and a Kid’s Avenue […]

Cumming Country Fair & Festival

The Cumming Country Fair & Festival will be open now through October 12, 2008. Concerts, a ton of rides, games, assorted acts and local entertainment are just some of the offereings. They also offer a Heritage Village complete with Barber Shop, Blacksmith, Cider Press, Cotton Gin, Doctor’s Office, General Store, Post Office, Printing Press, […]