We at the Trot Line applaud and promote folks who are crafting and producing amazing products by hand every chance we get. Kristen Hard, owner of Cacao Atlanta Chocolate Co., has been doing just that since 2004. Cacao is known for creating amazing “bean-to-bar” chocolate and other scrumptious treats, making it a “must visit” in anticipation this year’s Valentine’s Day. Let’s be clear for one second, this is not the type of chocolate that you find in a heart box and wrapped in red cellophane. … [Read more...]
BrickTop’s in Buckhead: As American as Deviled Eggs
Despite having lived in Atlanta for a little over two years, there's one thing that I've constantly felt I've been missing; a real "taste" of Atlanta. The majority of my dining adventures consist of cooking at home, visiting the same favorite few places, some chains (shame on me) and from time to time a ritzy "splurge" in honor of a special event or celebration. One of those special events took place this past week and I was able to sink my teeth into something new, delicious, and all around … [Read more...]
Café Agora’s Authentic Medieterranean in the Heart of the South
Now I’m morally conflicted about whether or not I should even write this entry. It’s not that the material is controversial or that I’m being paid under the table for it, but when you find a neighbor gem of a restaurant, I am conflicted about telling everyone I know about how good it is with keeping it to myself. Café Agora is the kind of small hole in the wall authentic Turkish café that is beginning to get tougher and tougher to find with all the new trendy Atlanta dining. I guess I have … [Read more...]