Brooklyn Cafe

If you haven’t tried this neighborhood gem in the heart of Sandy Springs, you must go! I had been here years ago but my best college friend and I just revisited this fantastic place and I wish I wouldn’t have stayed away so long.

Positives: Family-like atmosphere, staff, food, Smoked Salmon

Negatives: None to speak of!

Overall Review: Enjoy your meal at the bar, where owner Jeff Trump will introduce you to all of the regulars. As they same on their website, it’s like going to a friend’s house for dinner. (You may even catch a glimpse of Jeff’s precious fiancé Kimberly.) And while the company is memorable, the food also definitely deserves your attention and is reason enough to come back again and again. The smoked salmon appetizer is delicious and their crab cakes are comprised of huge hunks of succulent crab meat with no bready filling in sight. However, after trying a bite of my friend’s entrée, I am already dreaming about the lobster risotto I’ll have on my next visit. Thanks Ashley, Jeff and Kimberly for a wonderful Tuesday night! See you all again soon!

Thai Chilli

Yesterday I had a lunch appointment with a great friend and client and we tried Thai Chilli off of Briarcliff and La Vista.

It was great to catch up and enjoy authentic thai cuisine.

Positives: Thai Basil Rolls.

Negatives: Perhaps the distance from Buckhead, but it was worth the drive.

Overall: Great food, great company, and a wonderful experience. I would try this again!

Revisits: 10 Degrees South

As I rarely repeat restaurants, I revisited a recent favorite so that I could introduce two great clients to this wonderful place… so I’m at least slightly obsessed with Ten Degrees South. :)

On Saturday night, The Theins and I sat out on the deck again and had a lovely dinner while it rained around us. On the server’s recommendation, I tried the Bobotie which was amazing. Thanks Sveta and Jeff for a perfect night! Let’s do it again soon.

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Miller Union: Partnership between chef and farmer

I recently visited Miller Union with a wonderful friend and client. We had an excellent time catching up and experiencing this farm to table cuisine.

Positives: Parking, Atmosphere, food, cocktails

Negatives: None that are memorable

Overall: When visiting you'll immediately be greeted with an entourage of eager valet attendants, which is a huge plus. There was a very unique bar that created an interesting atmosphere in the restaurant. I was most impressed by the presentation and taste of the farm-t0-table cuisine--what a welcomed departure from usual fare. Specialty cocktails at Miller Union are sure to whet your palate. Also, don't miss out on the grouper: it is absolutely fantastic!

Upcoming Visits: Miller Union and Kaleidoscope

I am very excited about my upcoming visit to Miller Union with a friend and client for dinner next week. I've heard a lot of buzz about this place and I'm looking forward to putting in my own review. Stay tuned for that entry!

I'm also excited about the grand opening of Kaleidoscope at Village Place in Brookhaven. This will really round out the already awesome dining options off of Dresden including Haven, Valenza, J. Christopher's, Verde, Yoforia,and Library Coffee.

Re-Visits: Ten Degrees South

Cyndi Lauper was right...girls just want to have fun!

In lieu of going to her concert a few weeks ago, a few of my girlfriends and I (from left to right: Erin, Kyle, Me, Katie, and Megan) went to Ten Degrees South. Having dinner and drinks here is always a treat.

Positives: Atmosphere, outdoor dining, Sosaties

Negatives: None to write home about.

Overall: I really, really love this place, especially when it means sitting on the covered deck, listening to the rain and some cool live music...it's like you really could be in South Africa...not on Roswell Road. You MUST try to sosaties. They are melt in your mouth delicious. I would definitely recommend this restaurant.

Yoforia: New Location in Village Place in Brookhaven

I'm not one to order dessert regularly, but sometimes you just have to splurge! However, dessert is always best when you realize you don't have to compromise your diet and your sweet tooth. Yoforia is perfect for meeting your appetite and diet in the middle :).

Positives: New store, option to try all flavors before you buy, pineapple yogurt, good group location

Negatives: A little crowded, but it's to be expected when the dessert is this good!

Overall: This new location is awesome, and PACKED! You can try all the flavors before you buy and decide how much of this yummy stuff you want, as you buy by the ounce. My current favorite is the pineapple yogurt with coconut, and a few Haribo gummi bears on top. If you go with a group it is fun to see what everyone else picks!

Yoforia Nutrition facts:

	Serving Size 1oz.(28g)
	Amount per Serving
	Calories 25
	Total Fat 0g
	Saturated Fat 0g
	Trans Fat 0g
	Cholesterol 0mg
	35mg
	Total Carbohydrate 6g
	Dietary Fiber 0g
	Sugars 6g
	Protein 1g
	Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 4%, Calcium 4%, Iron 0%