The patios are open, the drinks are flowing, and outside is calling your name
The promise of cool, crisp fall is just around the corner, but for now, we’re stuck in the unforgiving, sweltering August heat. Cool off at Market in Buckhead every Thursday night with a pitcher of pomegranate margaritas and burgers from the grill. Each week, singer/songwriter Rod Michael performs live for guests on the patio. The fun begins at 7:30 p.m. Market is located in the W Atlanta–Buckhead at 3377 Peachtree Road NE. 404-523-3600. www.marketbuckhead.com.
PUT A CORK IN IT
Whether you’re a wiz in the kitchen or not, sometimes it’s just nice to havee verything done for you. Luckily, WaterHaven takes the pressure off of you—if only for a night. And you don’t even have to decide on what wine you’ll have. On Tuesday, Aug. 18, WaterHaven is joining forces with Foris Vineyards to host a five-course wine dinner prepared by Executive Chef Chris Lee. The dishes—ranging from pulled jerk pork and seared diver scallops to pan-roasted duck breast and chocolate torte—will be paired with five different Foris Wines from Rogue Valley, Ore. Cost is $55 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. The dinner begins at 7:30 p.m. and reservations are required. Call 404-214-6740 to reserve a spot. WaterHaven is located at 75 Fifth St. NW. Complimentary valet is available in front of the restaurant during dinner hours. www.waterhavenatl.com.
YAPPY HOUR
Enjoying the dog days of summer means Fido and Fuzzy want to have some fun, too. So take ’em to family-friendly Italian eatery Stella Neighborhood Trattoria in Grant Park. Every Monday night in August from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Stella opens up its patio to your pooches, who will gobble up the complimentary homemade treats and wash them down with all the water they can handle. For your sipping pleasure, Stella’s concocted a few dog-inspired libations, including Prairie Dog and Snoop Dogg. But don’t imbibe too much. It’s your responsibility to clean up after your dog. Stella also asks that only well-mannered pups come out for the festivities. Stella is located at 563 Memorial Dr. 404-688-4238. www.stellaatlanta.com.
Photo/Craig Brimanson for the Reynolds Group
