Celebrating Culture, Cuisine, and Legacy: Les Dames d’Escoffier Dinner &amp; a Movie Event Honors Black and Women’s History Months In a powerful celebration of heritage, resilience, and culinary excellence, Les Dames d’Escoffier proudly presents “Dinner &amp; a Movie: A Culinary Tribute to Black Women Trailblazers”, a unique event honoring both Black History Month and Women’s History Month. This immersive evening will bring together community, culture, and cuisine through a thoughtfully curated experience featuring iconic dishes and recipes inspired by influential Black women who have made lasting contributions to the culinary world. Guests will enjoy a multi-course dining experience paired with a film screening that highlights stories of Black women’s achievements, struggles, and triumphs. The menu pays homage to celebrated chefs, authors, and food pioneers whose work has shaped the way we cook, eat, and connect. Each dish tells a story—reflecting tradition, innovation, and the rich cultural heritage passed down through generations. “This event is more than a meal—it’s a celebration of legacy,” said Cathy Conway, Owner of Avalon Catering, to honor the incredible impact Black women have had on food culture while creating a space for education, connection, and inspiration.” Event Highlights Include: •	A curated dinner featuring recipes inspired by prominent Black women in the culinary arts •	A film screening centered on Black women’s stories and contributions •	Storytelling elements connecting each dish to its cultural and historical roots •	Community engagement and reflection on the intersection of food, history, and identity <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/april-program-dinner-and-a-movie-tues-april-21-42-west" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>
This event is open to the public, and all are encouraged to attend and participate in this meaningful celebration of history, culture, and cuisine.

Local Event: Dinner & a Movie

Fulton County

Atlanta

Georgia

Dinner & a Movie

Celebrating Culture, Cuisine, and Legacy: Les Dames d’Escoffier Dinner & a Movie Event Honors Black and Women’s History Months...

Wylie & Rum Island Grill

Take a journey through the Caribbean at a one-night-only dinner at Wylie &amp; Rum, inspired by the new hit book The Caribbean Cookbook by Rawlston Williams. Discover the diverse foods, flavors, and culinary traditions of all 28 island nations through a bespoke menu by Williams and Chef Brian Jones featuring the region’s iconic spices and flavors: citrus, nutmeg, coconut, tamarind, pimento, pineapple, rum, and more. Each diner will receive a signed copy of The Caribbean Cookbook (retail value $59.95)!

Local Event: Caribbean Cookbook Dinner

Caribbean Cookbook Dinner

Take a journey through the Caribbean at a one-night-only dinner at Wylie & Rum, inspired by the new hit book The Caribbean...

Buena Vida Tapas Bar

<a href="https://www.buenavidatapas.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Buena Vida Tapas Bar</a>&nbsp;invites guests to an elegant evening under the stars with <a href="https://www.buenavidatapas.com/store/p/blanco" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Buena Vida en Blanco</a>, an all-white patio wine dinner inspired by the iconic Dîner en Blanc tradition. Taking place Thursday, April 23, this immersive experience brings together refined dining, curated wines from Spain and France, live jazz and an all-white setting designed to feel festive and unforgettable.
Set on Buena Vida’s award-winning patio, the evening blends Spanish and French influences through a thoughtfully curated five-course dinner paired with a tasting of five featured wines. Guests will have the opportunity to explore each pour before enjoying two full glasses of their favorites, all while taking in the ambiance of live jazz and an open-air dining experience.
Event highlights:
●A five-course Spanish and French fusion dinner served al fresco
●A tasting of five wines from Spain and France, plus two full glasses 
●Live jazz on the patio, plus a theater experience featuring a massive fideuà prepared live by the chef
●An all-white, Dîner en Blanc-inspired setting designed for a stylish and memorable evening
This intimate event is limited to 60 guests. Tickets are $95, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required and can be made <a href="https://www.buenavidatapas.com/store/p/blanco" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">online</a>.

Local Event: Buena Vida en Blanco

Buena Vida en Blanco

Buena Vida Tapas Bar invites guests to an elegant evening under the stars with Buena Vida en Blanco, an all-white patio wine...

Chicheria Mexican Kitchen

<a href="https://www.chicheriamx.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Chichería Mexican Kitchen</a>, located in West Midtown, now offers an Unlimited Gourmet Taco Tasting Experience, each week. Available every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the experience features a rotating selection of chef-crafted tacos served continuously at the table. Guests can enjoy a variety of flavors including Baja Fish, Coconut Shrimp, Carne Asada and more, all prepared on handmade blue corn tortillas pressed fresh daily. The tasting also includes chips, dips and refreshing agua frescas. Reservations are now available at <a href="https://chicheriamx.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">chicheriamx.com</a>.

Local Event:  Unlimited Gourmet Taco Tasting Experience

 Unlimited Gourmet Taco Tasting Experience

Chichería Mexican Kitchen, located in West Midtown, now offers an Unlimited Gourmet Taco Tasting Experience, each week....

<a href="https://www.buenavidatapas.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Buena Vida Tapas Bar</a>&nbsp;invites guests to celebrate the season with its Spring and Summer Kickoff Fiesta, an upbeat evening of music, food and cocktails set on its vibrant Beltline patio.
As part of April’s Tiki Month festivities, guests can enjoy limited-time Bacardi Tiki cocktails alongside the lively atmosphere of an open-air celebration. The event will feature live Latin music and a giant paella prepared fresh on the patio, creating an interactive and flavorful experience. The Spring and Summer Kickoff Fiesta blends bold flavors and festive energy, offering guests a chance to gather outdoors and welcome the warmer months with Buena Vida’s signature patio experience.
Reservations can be made <a href="https://www.buenavidatapas.com/store/p/blanco" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">online</a>.

Local Event: Spring and Summer Kickoff Fiesta

Spring and Summer Kickoff Fiesta

Buena Vida Tapas Bar invites guests to celebrate the season with its Spring and Summer Kickoff Fiesta, an upbeat evening of...

<a href="https://www.chicheriamx.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Chichería Mexican Kitchen</a>, located in West Midtown, now offers an Unlimited Gourmet Taco Tasting Experience, each week. Available every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the experience features a rotating selection of chef-crafted tacos served continuously at the table. Guests can enjoy a variety of flavors including Baja Fish, Coconut Shrimp, Carne Asada and more, all prepared on handmade blue corn tortillas pressed fresh daily. The tasting also includes chips, dips and refreshing agua frescas. Reservations are now available at <a href="https://chicheriamx.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">chicheriamx.com</a>.

Local Event: Unlimited Gourmet Taco Tasting Experience

Unlimited Gourmet Taco Tasting Experience

Atlanta National Golf Club

<a href="https://www.garestaurants.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">The Georgia Restaurant Association</a> will host its annual <a href="https://www.garestaurants.org/gra-golf-tournament" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">GRA Golf Tournament</a> on Tuesday, May 5 at Atlanta National Golf Club in Milton. The event will bring together restaurateurs, corporate leaders and industry partners for a day of networking, camaraderie and giving back.
Event highlights include:
●An 18-hole, best ball scramble tournament format
●All-inclusive experience with food and beverages throughout the day
●Registration, breakfast and driving range access beginning at 9 a.m.
●11 a.m. shotgun start
●Awards reception and after-party at the clubhouse following play
Designed as a blend of business development, sport and philanthropy, the annual tournament offers attendees the opportunity to connect, showcase their support for the Georgia Restaurant Association and celebrate the strength of Georgia’s restaurant community. 
Learn more and register at <a href="https://www.garestaurants.org/gra-golf-tournament" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">garestaurants.org/gra-golf-tournament</a>.9-10:30 a.m. – Registration, breakfast and driving range practice 
11 a.m. – Shotgun start 
5 p.m. – Awards reception and after party

Local Event: GRA Golf Tournament

GRA Golf Tournament

The Georgia Restaurant Association will host its annual GRA Golf Tournament on Tuesday, May 5 at Atlanta National Golf Club in...

<a href="https://www.mowatl.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Meals On Wheels Atlanta</a> invites the community to celebrate a milestone year at <a href="https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/sf-0018000000hIMEWAA4/events/vevt:b883a759-41bd-48c1-b760-9219fdece0b8/home/story" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">TASTE 2026</a>, marking the 5th anniversary of its signature culinary event. The highly anticipated evening brings together Atlanta’s most exciting chefs, restaurants and cultural influencers for a dynamic night of food, entertainment and purpose, all in support of the organization’s mission to end senior hunger and isolation.
Building on last year’s success, which welcomed more than 500 attendees and raised more than $160,000, TASTE 2026 returns with a bold new theme, “Unbridled Flavor. Unmatched Impact.”
Inspired by the Year of the Horse, a symbol of strength, service and forward motion, the event is designed as a fully immersive experience from arrival to departure.
Hosted at <a href="https://www.1705west.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">1705WEST</a>, TASTE 2026 will feature a standout lineup of local restaurants, chef-driven pop-ups and curated culinary experiences, along with signature cocktails, immersive brand activations, exclusive auction packages and live entertainment.
“This year’s TASTE is especially meaningful as we celebrate five years of bringing Atlanta’s culinary community together to support our seniors,” said Charlene Crusoe-Ingram, CEO of Meals On Wheels Atlanta. “While we honor how far this event has come, the need continues to grow. Every ticket purchased helps us serve more seniors waiting for meals and connection.”
“In its fifth year, TASTE represents real momentum, not just for our mission but in how we engage a new generation of donors,” said Brandon Jenkins, TASTE creator and creative director of Meals On Wheels Atlanta. “It brings together chefs, food lovers and creators in a way that meets people where they are and invites them into something bigger than themselves, all in service of Atlanta’s seniors.”
The 2026 event will spotlight a diverse group of Atlanta Tastemakers, leaders and influencers across media, business, technology, food and culture who serve as ambassadors for the cause. This year’s honorees include:
●Andre Melchionda, Arrivato Imports
●Arianna Callan, ALCÔVE AESTHETICS
●Breanne Edwards, Mercedes-Benz USA
●Dr. Michael Thomas, Jr., Marietta Smile Gallery
●Faith Jessie, NBC Atlanta/11Alive
●Helen Zhang, ALCÔVE AESTHETICS
●Imani Ellis, The Creative Collective NYC and CultureCon
●Jessica Berry, Google
●Katelyn “KP” Perna
●Lily Leebern, Georgia Crown Distributing Company
●Tailor Payton, Cultural Tastemaker &amp; Creator (Hungry Homegirl)
●Taylor Carter, AMB Sports and Entertainment
●Taylor Edwards, Atlanta Unbound Academy
Guests will enjoy bites from a curated selection of participating restaurants and chefs, including:
●Auburn Angel
●Blended Smoothie &amp; Juice Bar
●Canoe
●Chef Shawn Osbey Catering
●Fireside Jamaican Restaurant
●Kamayan ATL
●Lazy Betty
●NaanStop
●Nana’s Chicken and Waffles
●Sweet Basil Cakes
●The Dining Experience Restaurant
●AV Gourmet
●And more to come!
Proceeds from TASTE 2026 will directly support Meals On Wheels Atlanta’s programs, which provide nutritious meals, safety checks and critical social connection to thousands of seniors across the metro area. With a growing waitlist, funds raised are essential to ensuring no senior in Atlanta goes hungry.
Tickets will be available for purchase <a href="https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/sf-0018000000hIMEWAA4/events/vevt:b883a759-41bd-48c1-b760-9219fdece0b8/home/story" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">online</a>. Additional event details, including date and programming, will be announced soon.

Local Event: Taste 2026

Taste 2026

Meals On Wheels Atlanta invites the community to celebrate a milestone year at TASTE 2026, marking the 5th anniversary of its...

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Fulton

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DeKalb County

East Atlanta

Virginia Highland-Druid Hills

DeKalb

Druid Hills

Patch AM Team

Gresham Park

Buckhead

Hapeville

North Decatur

Candler-McAfee

Decatur-Avondale Estates

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Kids Day @ CHaRM

Join this exciting Doubles Round-Robin tournament featuring skill levels from 2.5 to 4+, with registration options available...

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