Le Croissant

H&F Bread Co.’s almond croissant might be our all-time favorite croissant.  But, their plain croissant is mighty tasty, too.

1 Croissant + 1 Piping Hot Cappuccino = The Perfect Breakfast

H&F Bread Co.

Virgil’s Root Beer (And Stevia Sweetened Zero)

In search of the best root beer…

Virgil’s microbrewed root beer is a serious contender.  Seriously.  With a long list of  natural spices, including sweet birch, vanilla, anise, licorice, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, allspice, molasses, cassia oil, wintergreen and balsam oil, this incredible [...]]]>

Virgil’s Root Beer (And Stevia Sweetened Zero)

In search of the best root beer…

Virgil’s microbrewed root beer is a serious contender.  Seriously.  With a long list of  natural spices, including sweet birch, vanilla, anise, licorice, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, allspice, molasses, cassia oil, wintergreen and balsam oil, this incredible mix of spices dishes up rich, complex flavor.  Each and every one of those flavors put in a respectable appearance on your taste buds.  Those flavors unfold with each new sip.  Each lighting up your mouth with it’s own clear burst of specific characteristics.  It’s shockingly good.  It might turn out to be our favorite.  Without a doubt, it’s currently topping our short list.  Love it!!

And, the stevia sweetened Zero Root Beer has a simple, yet pleasing flavor.  The bitter stevia aftertaste buries the complexity found in the cane sugar version.  But, it’s perfectly “fine”.

We found our two 4 packs at Your Dekalb Farmer’s Market.

Your Dekalb Farmer’s Market

Reed’s

David’s Produce & Country Store

The smell of boiled peanuts simmering in a giant pot out front and this wooden door frame with vintage vegetable art tacked to it invite you in.  The building might be small in stature, but, it’s packed to the gills with jams, jellies, [...]]]>

David’s Produce & Country Store

The smell of boiled peanuts simmering in a giant pot out front and this wooden door frame with vintage vegetable art tacked to it invite you in.  The building might be small in stature, but, it’s packed to the gills with jams, jellies, hot sauce, pickled veggies, fresh fruit, vegetables, a mountain of cakes, and quirky stuff.  Like this…

Redneck Fishing Lure

AKA Exploding (Microwavable) Pork Rinds

…and Pickled Quail Eggs with Garlic

Hmm…. maybe next time.

Root Beer Taste Test — Boylan Bottleworks vs. Sprecher Brewery

We did have time for a mini taste test.

Boylan Bottleworks won! Boylan’s rich, complex flavor won us over.  And, we suspect the use of cane sugar eliminated the unpleasant aftertaste we noted with Sprecher’s.  But, Sprecher’s was mighty tasty, too.  Super sweet.  Sprecher’s had the flavor of root beer candy in a bottle.  It was just too sweet for both of us.

Sadly, we were unable to buy any of the fresh fruits, veggies or one of those tempting cakes.  (We weren’t headed home.)  But, we’ll be back.

David’s Produce & Country Store
3561 Lavista Road
Decatur, GA 30033
404 325 0709

Multi-Green Kombucha

It looks a bit like New York City sewer water might after the Zombie Apocalypse.  But, after a sip or two it’s oddly addictive and “interesting”.  There’s a seriously sharp, vinegary bite.  And, there’s quite a bit of harsh IN YOUR FACE (and tickle your nose) super-carbonation that [...]]]>

Multi-Green Kombucha

It looks a bit like New York City sewer water might after the Zombie Apocalypse.  But, after a sip or two it’s oddly addictive and “interesting”.  There’s a seriously sharp, vinegary bite.  And, there’s quite a bit of harsh IN YOUR FACE (and tickle your nose) super-carbonation that finishes with a yeasty buzz.

One of us hates it.  The other is a fence-sitter.

Love it or hate it?

Buford Highway Farmers Market
5600 Buford Highway
Doraville, GA 30340
770 455 0770

Pretzel Rolls

These beautiful pretzel rolls are formed into mini baguette shapes (AKA mini ficelle).  And, they couldn’t be more perfect in freshness, flavor, or texture.  Though, we might appreciate a touch less salt.  But, that’s an easy fix.  We simply brush off the excess with our fingers.  Very simple.

Pretzel Rolls

These beautiful pretzel rolls are formed into mini baguette shapes (AKA mini ficelle).  And, they couldn’t be more perfect in freshness, flavor, or texture.  Though, we might appreciate a touch less salt.  But, that’s an easy fix.  We simply brush off the excess with our fingers.  Very simple.

Just slice ‘em, stuff  ’em with roast beef and add a light slathering of dijon.  Now, that’s DIY sandwich perfection in your very own kitchen.

Check out H& F Bread Co.’s website to find them at a farmers market near you.

H&F Bread Co.

Duck Eggs By The Dozen

Duck eggs… each egg is gorgeously unique in size, shape and color.  Aren’t they lovely?  Garmon Family Farms offers duck eggs for sale by the dozen ($6 a dozen) at the Dunwoody Green Market.  They might skip a week here and there.  But, Garmon Family [...]]]>

Duck Eggs By The Dozen

Duck eggs… each egg is gorgeously unique in size, shape and color.  Aren’t they lovely?  Garmon Family Farms offers duck eggs for sale by the dozen ($6 a dozen) at the Dunwoody Green Market.  They might skip a week here and there.  But, Garmon Family Farms has a beautiful stand bursting with farm raised fruits, veggies and those lovely (and delicious) duck eggs.

Dunwoody Green Market operates on Wednesday mornings from 8am until noon.

Dunwoody Green Market

Applewood Smoked Bacon

The rich, sweet yet smoky taste of this bacon is out of this world good.

Applewood Smoked Bacon in front, End Scraps in back

That little package of bacon ends in the back was an absolute bargain at $3.  It’s the perfect size [...]]]>

Applewood Smoked Bacon

The rich, sweet yet smoky taste of this bacon is out of this world good.

Applewood Smoked Bacon in front, End Scraps in back

That little package of bacon ends in the back was an absolute bargain at $3.  It’s the perfect size for adding flavor to a pot of greens, beans, or stew.  Or… we might just dice those strips into tiny little squares before a good crisping in the frying pan.  Sprinkled over a baby green salad for two,  it’s sure to make a perfectly simple lunch.

Check out their shop.  Or, if you’re lucky, you might find them at your local farmers market.

Pine Street Market
4A Pine Street
Avondale Estates, GA 30002
404 296 9672

Almond Croissants

Flaky, buttery, and very generously stuffed with richly scented marzipan… we’d love to start every morning with a cappuccino and one of these beauties.

That toasty bite of marzipan was perfection.

Peach & Blueberry Fried Pies

Super-ripe peaches and blueberries make [...]]]>

Almond Croissants

Flaky, buttery, and very generously stuffed with richly scented marzipan… we’d love to start every morning with a cappuccino and one of these beauties.

That toasty bite of marzipan was perfection.

Peach & Blueberry Fried Pies

Super-ripe peaches and blueberries make the perfect filling for these crispy hand pies.

Cheddar & Bacon Croissant

Cheese was oozing from both ends.  And, that cheese got crispy in the oven as the croissant baked.  So delicious.

There might not appear to be much inside.  But, the quality of both the cheese and bacon shines when wrapped in these buttery, fluffy layers.

Holeman & Finch Bread Co. offers their incredible pastries and breads at a number of specialty markets, restaurants and all of the best farmers markets around town.  Check out their website for a full list of places to find them near you.

Holeman & Finch Bread Company

Dunwoody Green Market

Boiled Peanuts

You don’t need to take a road trip to find boiled peanuts. Sherry’s Produce offers two sizes… a $3 bag & a $5 bag.

We also bought a heaping basket of gorgeous (and delicious) tomatoes for $5.  This charming little market is a breath of fresh air on [...]]]>

Boiled Peanuts

You don’t need to take a road trip to find boiled peanuts.
Sherry’s Produce offers two sizes… a $3 bag & a $5 bag.

We also bought a heaping basket of gorgeous (and delicious) tomatoes for $5.  This charming little market is a breath of fresh air on an otherwise gloomy stretch of Lawrenceville Highway.

Sherry’s Produce
3863 Lawrenceville Highway
Tucker, GA 30084
770  934 6090

Freshly Squeezed Tangerine Juice

We fell in love with Flamingo Gardens‘ (the best) tangerine juice years ago.  But, this is a close second.  Mellower and sweeter than your standard orange juice, it’s the perfect breakfast juice.  (Straight or in a cocktail… that’s up to you)

Harry’s (Cobb) 70 Powers Ferry [...]]]>

Freshly Squeezed Tangerine Juice

We fell in love with Flamingo Gardens‘ (the best) tangerine juice years ago.  But, this is a close second.  Mellower and sweeter than your standard orange juice, it’s the perfect breakfast juice.  (Straight or in a cocktail… that’s up to you)

Harry’s (Cobb)
70 Powers Ferry Road SE
Marietta, GA 30067
770 578 4400