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Sharing the Marietta food experience.

Paschal’s Restaurant: Dinner and a History Lesson

Date Night eats some fried chicken from 1947. Well, the recipe comes from 1947. The chicken was hot and fresh. Read on about our dinner at this Atlanta institution…… Read More Paschal’s Restaurant: Dinner and a History Lesson

November 30, 2015December 6, 2015 rogerstrauss1 Comment

Leisurely Lunch at Del Frisco’s Grille

Date Night gets invited to Del Frisco’s for a lunch date. See what we had from their “Grab A Pair” menu.… Read More Leisurely Lunch at Del Frisco’s Grille

November 23, 2015 rogerstrauss2 Comments

Fabiano’s Pizza: Worth the Wait in Newnan?

We pop in for pizza at Fabiano’s after a bicycle ride in Newnan. See if it was worth the wait…… Read More Fabiano’s Pizza: Worth the Wait in Newnan?

November 19, 2015December 1, 2015 rogerstraussLeave a comment

Happy Anniversary, Figo Pasta!

Date Night is invited to the one year anniversary party for the Westside location of Figo Pasta. Join us for the fete and see what was served…… Read More Happy Anniversary, Figo Pasta!

November 16, 2015November 19, 2015 rogerstraussLeave a comment

Oy! We Overindulge on Yumminess

Date Night is looking for some comfort food on a dreary day. Oy! cured all of our ills. Read on for details…… Read More Oy! We Overindulge on Yumminess

November 10, 2015November 10, 2015 rogerstrauss1 Comment

Brixx: Pizza for Grownups

Date Night visits a pizza chain out of Charlotte that has recently opened a couple of restaurants in Atlanta. Read on as we visit the East Cobb location…… Read More Brixx: Pizza for Grownups

October 28, 2015November 16, 2015 rogerstraussLeave a comment

Taqueria Del Mar: Too Many Kids!

Why are all these little urchins running around while Date Night tries to enjoy dinner? This is the top-rated restaurant in Norcross?… Read More Taqueria Del Mar: Too Many Kids!

October 23, 2015October 28, 2015 rogerstraussLeave a comment

Lusca: Luscious and Loud

We find what could be the loudest restaurant in Atlanta. The food is really good, but we had to have our hearing checked after eating here.… Read More Lusca: Luscious and Loud

October 15, 2015October 23, 2015 rogerstrauss4 Comments

Hook, Line and Schooner: Sinks and Swims

Date Night visits a Smyrna seafood establishment that’s been around for about six months. See what we caught on the hook, and what we drank in our schooners.… Read More Hook, Line and Schooner: Sinks and Swims

October 5, 2015October 15, 2015 rogerstrauss1 Comment

A Walk on the Yummy Side!

Walk a mile (or two) in our shoes as Date Night goes on the Atlanta Food Walk tour. We had a blast, and didn’t get any blisters!… Read More A Walk on the Yummy Side!

September 28, 2015October 5, 2015 evekofsky2 Comments

Ray’s Rio Bravo Cantina: They’re Back!

Those of you who were around Atlanta in the mid-1980’s remember the Rio Bravo chain that was all over the city. Guess what–they are back at a new location, right down the street from an old location. Read on for details…… Read More Ray’s Rio Bravo Cantina: They’re Back!

September 21, 2015September 28, 2015 rogerstrauss3 Comments

Bourbon and Bulldogs: Southern Art

What do you get when you mix bulldogs, bourbon, and a ham bar in the same room? A fun night at Southern Art in Buckhead.… Read More Bourbon and Bulldogs: Southern Art

September 14, 2015September 28, 2015 rogerstraussLeave a comment

A Taste of Tavola

Date Night checks out Tavola, East Cobb’s newest Italian restaurant. It’s not related to La Tavola in Virginia-Highlands. Read on to find out if it’s as good or better.… Read More A Taste of Tavola

August 30, 2015September 14, 2015 rogerstraussLeave a comment

Ecco And A Show

First we do midtown, then we do “Motown”. Join us for dinner and a show.… Read More Ecco And A Show

August 28, 2015August 30, 2015 rogerstrauss1 Comment

Greasy Goodness at Goldens in Newnan?

Our doctors told us we aren’t getting enough grease in our diets. After a visit to Goldens in Newnan, we are cured.… Read More Greasy Goodness at Goldens in Newnan?

August 19, 2015November 16, 2015 rogerstraussLeave a comment

Date Night Extra: Popup Dinner With Chef Ed Harris

Date Night gets an invite to an incredible popup dinner prepared by Chef Ed Harris. Chef Harris is a really nice guy, and as you will see, knows his way around the kitchen.… Read More Date Night Extra: Popup Dinner With Chef Ed Harris

August 15, 2015August 20, 2015 rogerstraussLeave a comment

We Swallow At The Hollow

We must be on a BBQ tangent here at Date Night as we visit a giant in the Roswell BBQ scene. Read on to find out what we swallowed at the hollow.… Read More We Swallow At The Hollow

August 4, 2015August 30, 2015 rogerstrauss5 Comments

Roswell Rib Roundup

After spending six weeks in Europe, all Date Night wants is a plate of BBQ ribs. Who will win the Roswell Rib Roundup? Read on to find out… … Read More Roswell Rib Roundup

July 28, 2015August 6, 2015 rogerstrauss11 Comments

Road Trips: L’Estrade, Saint-Saturnin-les-Apt, France

Here’s a pretty good date night idea: how about gen-u-ine French food in France? We travel over 3000 miles for a great meal in Provence.… Read More Road Trips: L’Estrade, Saint-Saturnin-les-Apt, France

July 16, 2015July 28, 2015 rogerstraussLeave a comment

Road Trips: Ristorante da Maria at Dublin Farm

Date Night continues our Road Trip series, this time at a restaurant near Dublin that features some excellent Italian cooking by a gen-u-ine Italian.… Read More Road Trips: Ristorante da Maria at Dublin Farm

July 14, 2015June 3, 2015 rogerstraussLeave a comment

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