Vintage Year to Offer Burger Week During Spring Break

James Beard Award-Winning Blended Burger

Cloverdale’s popular Vintage Year restaurant presents Burger Week during Spring Break from Monday, March 23rd through March 27th. Along with the regular and burger menus, the daily special burgers include the Mac Attack, Guacamole Burger, Cajun Seafood Burger, James Beard award-winning Blended Burger, and The Wolfman. The full burger menu will be available each evening for in house dining or take out and there will be no other daily specials running during this week. 

“As families prepare for Spring Break, we wanted to offer an easy family option for those not traveling,” said Executive Chef Eric Rivera. “Vintage Year’s next Burger Week will run over July 4th week. Also, next month, we will be serving Sunday Brunch on Easter Sunday.”

While Vintage Hospitality Group’s flagship restaurant Vintage Year is a fine dining establishment, Vintage Café is a coffee shop, daytime eatery and retail store. As the group also owns MGM Greens, it will be opening City Fed and Ravello restaurant in downtown in late 2021. Vintage Hospitality Group’s national press accolades include receiving mentions in the New York Times, U.S. News & World Report, Forbes and Newsweek Magazines. In addition to being named a Smart Catch Leader, Executive Chef Eric Rivera has been recognized by the James Beard Foundation as a winner of its Blended Burger competition. Chef Eric has also led Vintage Year to be named one of OpenTable’s 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America and a Traveler’s Choice winner by Trip Advisor. Vintage Hospitality Group is dedicated to providing guests with the finest culinary selections, premium coffees, specialty teas, outstanding wines and spirits along with unparalleled customer service.

For additional information, interviews, photos or a complimentary media tour, please contact Lorrie Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For more information about Vintage Hospitality Group, visit www.vintagehospitalitygroup.com

New Moe’s Original BBQ Location To Open Next Month in Peachtree Corners, GA

The award-winning Moe’s Original BBQ restaurant will open another Atlanta area location in Wellington Center at 5005 Peachtree Parkway in Peachtree Corners on Tuesday, March 23rd. The almost 2000 square foot fast casual restaurant will be open on Tuesdays-Sundays from 11am-9pm. Moe’s Original BBQ will be a great place for the community to enjoy a meal together, celebrate little league victories, birthdays and watch their favorite sports on TVs around the full premium bar or on the large outdoor patio. Pick up and delivery service will be available from Chow Now and Uber Eats. Premium catering services with a service-oriented staff will also be ready to accommodate any group for parties and events. 

“Born, raised and currently living in Peachtree Corners, I always felt that this particular location would be a perfect fit for a Moe’s Original BBQ as it has the capability to service all of Peachtree Corners, Berkeley Lake and South Johns Creek,” said partner Harris Carlock. “So, I partnered with my cousin, Scott Carlock, who has an extensive restaurant background, as well as another Moe’s Original BBQ owner Kyle McCarter.”

Serving Alabama-style BBQ since 1988, Moe’s Original BBQ has been named in the Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal, one of the fastest growing, emerging restaurant chains by Restaurant Business Magazine, and one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish. Served with red BBQ and Alabama white sauces, the award-winning smoked menu features pulled pork, ribs, wings, turkey and chicken as well as fish and shrimp selections. Prepared fresh daily, a rotation of 60 traditional Southern sides and house made desserts are also offered. Customers can dine in, take out, order delivery or enjoy catering for parties and events. 

For photos, press kit, menus or to set up media tastings, interviews and cooking segments, please contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about Moe’s Original BBQ, visit www.moesoriginalbbq.com

Red Phone Booth and Amalfi Pizza to Add New Location in Buckhead

Slated for a second quarter opening this year, construction is underway for Red Phone Booth and Amalfi Pizza’s dual concept location at 3242 Peachtree Rd NE in Buckhead. With taller ceilings, the 11,000 square foot space is being built out to offer exceptional air quality with 10 direct air purifiers and and three Aaon Direct Outdoor Air Systems that will clean the air approximately every two minutes. Both venues will also feature Needlepoint Bipolar Ionization (NBPI) technology that purifies air by eliminating airborne particulates, odors and pathogens by attacking and killing viruses, mold spores and bacteria. With 6500 square feet in the speakeasy, Red Phone Booth’s main bar will have a modified layout to effectively double production speed of cocktails. Additionally, the private event space, known as the Mafia Kitchen, will be enhanced with soaring ceilings, a dedicated bar, pool and poker tables along with Christian Waggoner artwork centered around an 85” 4K screen and two 65” screens for game day viewing while enjoying a cigar and a rare whiskey. With 5500 square feet and seating for 152, Amalfi Pizza’s Neapolitan eatery will feature an extended fresh pasta and specialty pizza selection, full bar with Italian wines in a romantic atmosphere under antique beams plus an outdoor seating complete with a fireplace. Guest will also be able to shop in a retail market area offering fresh mozzarella, pasta, single serve dishes, Italian wines, aged meats, and other imported items.

“We are excited to return to Buckhead where I started my hospitality career in Atlanta over two decades ago,” said Founding Partner Stephen de Haan. “Additionally, guests will be always amazed at the great lengths that we have taken for air quality and purification so they can enjoy our award winning craft cocktail and cigar experience.”

Red Phone Booth is an unparalleled 1920s speakeasy experience with unforgettable service, a distinctive atmosphere, and extremely rare spirits. First launched in downtown Atlanta in 2016, the flagship Red Phone Booth location quickly became a fan favorite for patrons looking for a sophisticated good time with exceptional craft cocktails, delicious food and award winning cigars. Guests dial a secret phone number on a rotary phone in an antique London red phone booth. From the fresh-squeezed juice in the craft cocktails to the walk-in humidor, every detail has been strategically designed to deliver an memorable, buzz-worthy experience for guests. Red Phone Booth is also open in Nashville with three additional franchise locations planned for later this year.

Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, Amalfi Pizza is a traditional Neapolitan pizzeria centered around two 6000 pound wood-burning brick ovens imported from Italy. Named one of the Best Pizzas in America’s Biggest Cities by Food Network and Georgia’s only member of Association Vera Pizza Napoletana, Amalfi’s authentic Italian menu includes Neapolitan-style pizzas as well as authentic appetizers, fresh salads, traditional pasta dishes and original desserts. Originating in and the true pizza of Naples in the 1600s, Vera Pizza Napoletana is 12 inches or less in size, made from simple fresh quality ingredients from the Campania region of Italy and cooked at temperatures in excess of 900 degrees in approximately 60 seconds.  

For photos, press kit, menus or to set up media tours or interviews, please contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about Red Phone Booth, visit redphonebooth.com and Amalfi Pizza, go to amalfipizzaatl.com

Moe’s Original BBQ and Dry County Brewing to Host Beer & Spirit Dinner in Atlanta

Moe’s Original BBQ and Dry County Brewing Company announce a Beer & Spirit Dinner on Wednesday, March 3rd at 6:30pm. Hosted at Moe’s Midtown location, the intimate dinner will feature five courses of speciality items with beer and spirit pairings for $35 per person. To keep it socially distanced and Covid-19 compliant, only 32 tickets are available. Interested guests can buy tickets here to make reservations. 

“We wanted to host a small gathering to invite guests into the restaurant for a fun, yet safe event,” said GM Brian Mancuso. “In addition to using EPA approved Monofoil, a safe, yet powerful solution that bonds to most surfaces providing a germ barrier for 30-60 days, we follow all CDC and state guidelines.”

Serving Alabama-style BBQ since 1988, Moe’s Original BBQ has been named in the Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal, one of the fastest growing, emerging restaurant chains by Restaurant Business Magazine, and one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish. Served with red BBQ and Alabama white sauces, the award-winning smoked menu features pulled pork, ribs, wings, turkey and chicken as well as fish and shrimp selections. Prepared fresh daily, a rotation of 60 traditional Southern sides and house made desserts are also offered. Customers can dine in, take out, order delivery or enjoy catering for parties and events. 

For photos, press kit, menus or to set up media tastings, interviews and cooking segments, please contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about Moe’s Original BBQ, visit www.moesoriginalbbq.com

Moe’s Original BBQ in Orange Beach, Alabama Set To Reopen after Devastating Fire

After an long awaited rebuild, Moe’s Original BBQ will reopen to the general public on Friday at 11am at 25603 Perdido Beach Blvd. in Orange Beach. While the extensive construction took longer than expected, 800 square feet was added to the size of the building to make the dining room, bathrooms and kitchen larger. Additonally, salads, Bushwackers and liquor drinks were added to the menu. Guests dining in will receive buzzers while waiting for their orders. Take out customers will be texted when orders are ready and will be able to grab them quickly from a designated pick up window. To celebrate the reopening, Moe’s Original BBQ is hosting a free show with country music singer-songwriter Brent Cobb along with musician Rob Aldridge on Friday at 6:30pm in the Backyard. 

“We did not let the catastrophic fire or the hurricane that followed keep us down. We looked to the positive and saw it as an opportunity for a new beginning to come back even better!” said Co-Owner Lee Nelson. “We are thrilled to be able to open back up for our customers and supporters who were there for us through these difficult times.”

Serving Alabama-style BBQ since 1988, Moe’s Original BBQ has been named in the Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal, one of the fastest growing, emerging restaurant chains by Restaurant Business Magazine, and one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish. Served with red BBQ and Alabama white sauces, the award-winning smoked menu features pulled pork, ribs, wings, turkey and chicken as well as fish and shrimp selections. Prepared fresh daily, a rotation of 60 traditional Southern sides and house made desserts are also offered. Customers can dine in, take out, order delivery or enjoy catering for parties and events. 

For photos, press kit, menus or to set up media tastings, interviews and cooking segments, please contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about Moe’s Original BBQ, visit www.moesoriginalbbq.com

Moe’s Original BBQ’s Boozy Bushwacker Liquors Up Its Guests

It doesn’t matter if it is the dead of winter, the Bushwacker, the well known frozen beverage of the Gulf Coast area, can be found as the signature drink at most Moe’s Original BBQ locations across the country. Southern Living Magazine named Moe’s Original BBQ’s Bushwacker as one of the best in the South and calls it “thirst-quenching” while Thrillist said, “It will lay you on your back”. The rib joint’s recipe features rum, coffee liqueur, vanilla ice cream and chocolate syrup. This frozen adult beverage is just one of the house made specialty spirits available at Moe’s award-winning BBQ restaurants plus at some locations, alcoholic drinks are currently available to go and enjoy safely at home. 

“From college towns to beach and mountain areas, Moe’s Original BBQ is famous for serving Bushwackers,” said Moe’s Founding Partner Jeff Kennedy. “While the Bushwacker may be a Gulf Coast classic, our Bushwacker ties tradition and memories to it when you enjoy it with a slab of ribs, as a game day ritual or a vacation must have. A Moe’s Original BBQ Bushwacker always brings people together for a good time.” 

Serving Alabama-style BBQ since 1988, Moe’s Original BBQ has been named in the Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal, one of the fastest growing, emerging restaurant chains by Restaurant Business Magazine, and one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish. Served with red BBQ and Alabama white sauces, the award-winning smoked menu features pulled pork, ribs, wings, turkey and chicken as well as fish and shrimp selections. Prepared fresh daily, a rotation of 60 traditional Southern sides and house made desserts are also offered. Customers can dine in, take out, order delivery or enjoy catering for parties and events. 

For recipes, photos, press kit, menus, or to set up interviews, cooking or cocktail segments, please contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. Complimentary bushwacker tastings for media and bloggers are also available at participating locations. For additional information about Moe’s Original BBQ, visit www.moesoriginalbbq.com

 

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Saito – Sushi, Steak and Cocktails Set to Open in Downtown Atlanta

Master Sushi Chef Saito Saito will once again join Stephen de Haan and Greg Grant, founders of the award winning Red Phone Booth & Amalfi Pizza, to bring Saito – Sushi, Steak and Cocktails, to  downtown Atlanta in early 2021 at 19 Andrew Young International Blvd. Located downtown in the former Regenstein’s department store, the 2,200 square foot restaurant will feature Pacific regional influence that truly inspires Saito as he utlitzes fresh tropical fruits, balancing delicately with the freshest fish flown in daily to create magical rolls, sashimi that melts in your mouth, and other inspired dishes. The partners are also developing an equally inspired beverage program, utilizing techniques from next door at Red Phone Booth and traditional Japanese ingredients such as shiso and yuzu.  Rare Japanese whisky will be showcased, served over double reverse osmosis ice pressed into a sphere from a Taisin ice mold.

“To have the opportunity to work alongside Master Chef Saito again, is truly an honor,” said Stephen de Haan. “His tradition, eye for detail, and passion for service truly will deliver an unforgettable experience for our guests.” 

One of only a handful of exclusive Master Chefs in the U.S., Master Chef Saito was born and raised in Fukushima, Japan where he began his sushi apprenticeship at the age of 12.  Graduating from the Tokyo Chef School, he apprenticed in Japan for over 10 years. Saito has since opened over 30 successful restaurants in such discerning cites as New York, Las Vegas, London, Paris, Aspen, and Hollywood. The remainder of his career was spent in Atlanta where he cemented his culinary reputation. Chef Saito’s sushi creations are not only mouth-watering, but are literal works of art!

For additional information, interviews, photos or a complimentary media tour, please contact Lorrie Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For more information about Saito – Sushi, Steak and Cocktails, visit saitoatlanta.com

Moe’s Original BBQ Launches Holiday Menus

While most Moe’s Original BBQ locations across the country will offer whole smoked turkeys, some will have spiral ham, and all will prepare smoked meats by the pound. Customers can choose pans of side items such as cornbread dressing, sweet potato casserole, mac ‘n cheese, collard greens and more. In addition to pick up orders, Moe’s Original BBQ offers off site catering and individual boxed meals for parties and events during the holidays. Guests can pre-order at moesoriginalbbq.com and choose the closest location to pick up holiday meals. Gift cards are also available. 

“The holidays are one of the most special times of the year with loved ones,” said Moe’s Original BBQ Founding Partner Jeff Kennedy. “We like to make it easy for our customers to take the stress out of the holidays by letting us prepare a down home meal,” 

Serving Alabama-style BBQ since 1988, Moe’s Original BBQ has been named in the Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal, one of the fastest growing, emerging restaurant chains by Restaurant Business Magazine, and one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish. Served with red BBQ and Alabama white sauces, the award-winning smoked menu features pulled pork, ribs, wings, turkey and chicken, fish and shrimp selections. Prepared fresh daily, a rotation of 60 traditional Southern sides and house made desserts are also offered. Customers can dine in, take out or enjoy catering for parties and events. 

For interviews, to set up cooking segments, photos, press kit, menus or a complimentary media tasting, please contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about Moe’s Original BBQ, visit www.moesoriginalbbq.com

Moe’s Original BBQ Launches New Tailgate Wherever You Are for Fall

Moe’s Original BBQ debuts a new brand tagline, “Tailgate Wherever You Are” for Fall during football season. As Moe’s food is synonymous with fall football tailgates, Moe’s plans to continue to reach sports fans with this integrated marketing, PR and social media campaign that allows its customers to enjoy its smoked meats and Southern sides anywhere from the park or lake to the backyard or river. To help fans further get into the gameday spirit, customers will see various Tailgate Wherever You Are food and drink specials across the country in Moe’s restaurants as well as a reusable stadium cup and t-shirts to support the campaign. Additionally, Moe’s Original BBQ will share some favorite tailgate recipes and award customers with giveaways and swag for the best Tailgate Wherever You Are posts on social networks using the hashtag #mobtailgate. 

“Our company’s goal is to continue to align our brand with football season even though tailgates are banned at most schools this fall,” said Moe’s Original BBQ founding partner Jeff Kennedy. “As we have always been known for firing up our smokers to serve up mouthwatering tailgate meals, we felt this new brand tagline is a perfect solution for our customers to continue to enjoy the Moe’s tailgate experience anywhere.”

Serving Alabama-style BBQ since 1988, Moe’s Original BBQ has been named in the Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal, one of the fastest growing, emerging restaurant chains by Restaurant Business Magazine, and one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish. Served with red BBQ and Alabama white sauces, the award-winning smoked menu features pulled pork, ribs, wings, turkey and chicken, fish and shrimp selections. Prepared fresh daily, a rotation of 60 traditional Southern sides and house made desserts are also offered. Customers can dine in, take out or enjoy catering for parties and events. 

For interviews, photos, press kit, menus or a complimentary media tasting, please contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about Moe’s Original BBQ, visit www.moesoriginalbbq.com