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Spend an evening in Atlantaurban oasis at the ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDENweekly in the Garden”soiree. Attendees can enjoy live musical entertainment and cooking demonstrations by the Chef, who also prepares specialty cocktails inspired by a different plant every month —such as crape myrtles this month and orchids in August —that can be enjoyed while strolling through the lush gardens. Thursdays through September, 6-10 p.m. $18.95 per person. 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta 30309. (404) 8765859; atlantabotanicalgarden.org
Learn the art of making Neapolitan pizzas at DOUBLE ZERO NAPOLETANAmonthly cooking classes, where the expert staff teaches participants the nuanced process of making the specialty dough. Attendees can enjoy the fruits of their labor with a complimentary glass of wine. 7/23, 6 and 8 p.m. classes available. 5825 Roswell Rd., Atlanta 30328. (404) 991-3666; doublezeroatl.com
THE SCOOP
After closing its doors in Decatur last August, the popular New American restaurant Watershed has reopened as WATERSHED ON PEACHTREE. While loyal diners can expect some old classics on the menu, new inventive offerings will frequently be rotating on the roster. With the new location also come outdoor and private dining facilities, as well as a larger bar and dining area. 1820 Peachtree Rd., Atlanta 30309; watershed-restaurant.com
For the 17th consecutive year, WestsideBACCHANALIA took top honors as Atlantabest dining destination in the Zagat Awards. 1198 Howell Mill Rd., Atlanta 30318. (404) 3650410; starprovisions.com
Four Coursemen Supper Club founder, and former James Beard Award nominee, Edward Russell was recently appointed
Executive Chef at PARISH FOODS & GOODS. 240 North Highland Ave., Atlanta 30318. (404) 681-4434; parishatl.com
Atlanta-based HIGH ROAD CRAFT ICE CREAM is going national. Upscale food retailer The Fresh Market is now stocking its freezer aisle with three of the boutique brandmost indulgent flavors: Bourbon Burnt Sugar, French Toast and Vanilla Fluer de Sel. highroadcraft.com; thefreshmarket.com