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Eater
04-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Eater
A Candlelit Butcher Shop Is Hosting Atlanta's Most Intimate Meal
Henna Bakshi is the Regional Editor, South at Eater and an award-winning food and wine journalist with a WSET (Wine and Spirits Education Trust) Level 3 degree. She oversees coverage in Atlanta, Miami, New Orleans, the Carolinas, and Nashville. Welcome to another installment of Scene Report in Atlanta, a new column in which Eater captures the vibe of a notable Atlanta restaurant at a specific moment in time. What is usually a bustling, sun-lit cafe and butchery, with people lining up for its famous breakfast sandwich on brioche, transforms into a candlelit oasis with four seats lining the bar. Afterhours at 8:30 p.m., Kinship Butcher and Sundry co-owner Rachel Pack greets you at the door, while her husband, Myles Moody, is a buzzing shadow with pots and pans behind the meat counter. The produce light is on with fairytale eggplants and peppers on display, the cheese case beckons, and folded napkins and freshly polished wine glasses wait dramatically at the handmade bar. And that's how dinner begins. The produce section at Kinship is dimly lit during dinner. Andy Leverett Starting in September, Kinship in Virginia-Highlands will debut a 12-course tasting menu, seating just four guests per night, two weekends a month. Priced at $325, the hyper-intimate dinner showcases local ingredients and wine pairings from chef Myles Moody (formerly of Eleven Madison Park, Aska, and Blue Hill at Stone Barns) and sommelier Rachel Pack (also formerly of Aska, where the couple met). Eater got an exclusive first look at dinner. Here's what to expect. The food Most ingredients rely on what's fresh and new, but here, dishes embrace aging and fermentation. Aged and preserved fruits appear on both plate and in glass, balancing summer garden brightness with the depth of time. The first course, aptly named the Garden, is a refreshing herb bundle steeped in a chilled, foaming cucumber drink alongside a lettuce, cheese, and preserved chamomile tartelet. (The ethos is immediately very EMP and Noma.) The second is a fermented green tomato with capered coriander seeds — a revelation that coriander seeds can be salted and pickled like capers, offering tiny bursts of acid and spice. Royal red shrimp and sungold tomatoes served on Carolina Gold rice, with fermented strawberries and bay laurel. Dave Crawford Pack shows the diners a large bowl of dried spicebush, a shrub in the laurel family, that Moody has foraged locally. It has a pink peppercorn flavor, which Moody finely grates atop a croustade pastry shell filled with potato and gold koji whey. The ingredients and techniques may sound complicated, but the flavors combine effortlessly, punching at acid, deep umami, and preserved fruit and spice. One of the best dishes is one made with sungold tomatoes (skins and flesh prepared in different drying and aging techniques) and royal red shrimp served on Carolina Gold rice, with fermented strawberries and bay laurel — something you might find at Atelier Crenn in San Francisco. It is plated in a vintage swirling orange glass bowl to match the sungolds. A bowl of dried spicebush. Henna Bakshi Chef Myles Moody grates spicebush on a croustade course. Andy Leverett You can tell Moody is playing. There are courses of monkfish, quail served with grilled cream and a special lemon-pepper wet quail wing, and of course, a butcher one does not make without serving your best cut of beef. The one here is dry-aged for 40 days, served with fairytale eggplants and preserved roselle (hibiscus). The meaty beef with the sweet and tangy roselle is a true crescendo. Insider tip: Ask what leather britches are. Rachel Pack pours Champagne Piollot for the first few courses Andy Leverett The drinks Pack runs the wine and non-alcoholic pairings and does so brilliantly. The first few courses are served with biodynamic Champagne Piollot, followed by a sherry-like treasure from Spain (2021 Raul Moreno 'Destellos'), beautiful reds, and capped with a sweet ratafia from Vilmart et Cie. The non-alcoholic wines are well-sought, ranging from a gruner weiss from Austria, a floral sparkling tea from Copenhagen, and a pre-mixed cocktail called 'for bitter or for worse' from Rose City Fizz — the last is a brilliant pairing with the beef and roselle course, matching the hibiscus notes to a T. The drinks are served in Zalto glassware — one of the finest wine glasses from Austria that makes you feel like you're drinking out of thin air. Additionally, the plateware and silverware are French antiques the couple has collected over their travels. Pack's attention to detail on service, from front-of-house greetings, warm and cold towels, dish presentation, and pickup, down to the thoughtfulness of handmade menu sleeves, is like watching a ballerina perform — it's choreographed, yet natural. Insider tip: Ask Pack about the wine and its producers in detail. She's an encyclopedia. Then grab a bottle to bring home. An herb bundle is steeped in a chilled cucumber concoction for the first course. Andy Leverett Grab wine and cheese to bring home after dinner. Andy Leverett Prepare for A long dinner. Mine lasted about four hours, though with fine-tuning on pacing, it might become shorter. Take stretch breaks by checking out the fresh produce or wines on display. Moody is testing his culinary chops with gusto, though he may have a finer menu by cutting a course or two and letting the heavily orchestrated dishes have breathing room to shine. Chef Myles Moody and Rachel Pack, co-owners of Kinship Butcher and Sundry. Kathryn Ann Waller Go here for A local story. From ingredients to the people behind it. Moody and Pack run one of the best neighborhood butcher and coffee shops in town and now own Under Acre Farm in Ormewood Park in southeast Atlanta, where they'll grow muscadines, herbs, and vegetables. Seeing their fine dining past resurrect in this ode to the South is admirable. And it's all happening in a candle-lit butcher shop. Isn't that worth a visit alone?
Miami Herald
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Bojangles brings back 2 fan favorites for a limited time. When can you get them?
A Bojangles fan favorite is making a comeback alongside a seasonal treat. Bo's Bird Dog and peach cobbler are back for a limited time at participating Bojangles restaurants nationwide, the Charlotte-based chicken chain said July 1. A spin on a summer classic, the Bird Dog first hit menus in 2024 and features a fried chicken finger inside a toasted potato bun, Bojangles said. It's then topped with two pickles and a tangy Carolina Gold barbecue sauce. The 'grab-and-go' snack is available in single and two-pack servings. Customers can also order it as a combo, or in six- or 12-pack catering options, the restaurant said. Pricing information wasn't immediately available. Customers looking to satisfy their sweet tooth can try the peach cobbler, made with a Bojangles' 'from-scratch' biscuits layered with a peach filling, icing and cinnamon sugar, a product description says. The chain previously offered a strawberry version as part of its seasonal cobbler lineup, McClatchy News reported. Bo's Bird Dog and peach cobbler are available to order in-store and on the Bojangles app for a limited time, though the restaurant didn't say for how long. Find your nearest Bojangles here.
Yahoo
27-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
The Bright and Tangy $3 Trader Joe's Pantry Staple I Can't Stop Putting on Everything
The Bright and Tangy $3 Trader Joe's Pantry Staple I Can't Stop Putting on Everything originally appeared on Parade. Look, no one's pretending you can knock out your whole grocery list at Trader Joe's. That's not what it's for. Trader Joe's is for snacks and unexpected finds. Period. So when I walk through those glorious automatic doors, I'm on the hunt for one of three things: snacks, sauces and must-try limited-releases. My latest Trader Joe's obsession? Carolina Gold Barbeque Sauce—a shining example of judging a book by its cover actually working out. From the label's vintage-inspired fonts to the rich, golden hue of the tangy sauce inside, it was love at first sight the first time I found this wonderful sauce in my crosshairs. 😋😋SIGN UP to get delicious recipes, handy kitchen hacks & more in our daily Pop Kitchen newsletter🍳🍔 At just $2.99 for an 18-ounce bottle, this Trader Joe's gem delivers serious bang for your buck. It's inspired by the classic barbecue traditions of South Carolina's Midlands, where 18th-century German immigrants introduced a distinctive yellow mustard-based sauce to the region's pork-heavy barbecue. The result? A tangy, golden blend that feels genuinely rooted in tradition—bold, balanced and unmistakably favorite use? Slathered on hot, crispy chicken wings—which was my first move until I realized I could put this sauce on just about anything. Since then, it's found its way onto burgers, sandwiches and roasted veggies, and pulled double duty as a dip for chicken tenders and French fries. Trader Joe's suggests using it as a glaze for grilled meats toward the end of cooking, and I can confirm: that's a genius move. Talk about sweet, tangy caramelization. Flavor-wise, it's got all the good stuff: bright yellow mustard, sweet and smoky molasses, a sharp dose of vinegar, rich tomato purée, a splash of Worcestershire and a spice blend with just the right kick of cayenne. If you're after a sauce that's bold, balanced and honestly kind of addictive, this one's got your name on it. But don't let me waste any more of your time—do yourself a favor and head to your local Trader Joe's to try one of my favorite sauce releases from one of my all-time favorite Bright and Tangy $3 Trader Joe's Pantry Staple I Can't Stop Putting on Everything first appeared on Parade on Jun 20, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The 'Dreamy' New $5 Trader Joe's Item Fans are Going Wild Over: 'They're absolutely delicious!'
The 'Dreamy' New $5 Trader Joe's Item Fans are Going Wild Over: 'They're absolutely delicious!' originally appeared on Parade. If you haven't made your weekly Trader Joe's run yet, there's still time to hit the aisles for some exciting new finds. We're already hooked on the refreshing new Passion Fruit Sorbet and the seriously addictive Carolina Gold Barbecue Sauce—and that's just the tip of the seasonal iceberg. As we gear up for the season's holidays, barbecues, and family get-togethers, the thought of whipping up fresh meals from scratch for a crowd can feel a little overwhelming. That's where a trusty freezer aisle favorite comes to the rescue—and according to @traderjoeslist, they've just found the perfect one. 😋😋SIGN UP to get delicious recipes, handy kitchen hacks & more in our daily Pop Kitchen newsletter🍳🍔 'This iconic Japanese treat just hit the Trader Joe's freezer aisle,' Natasha announced in her post. 'These Mini Taiyaki are filled with the dreamiest custard and have the perfect waffle-y crunch on the outside,' she continued. 'We baked them in the air fryer and WOW… golden, creamy, and just the right amount of sweet. My friend Michela rated them a solid 9 out of 10!' With reviews like that, we're already searching for our keys to head to our local Trader Joe's and snag a box for ourselves. Retailing for a cool $4.99 for a 7.89-ounce container, this TJ's take on a Japanese pastry classic is an exciting limited-time arrival that everyone should try to get their hands on.'I loved them,' one fan raved. 'Got them a couple months ago! I want more.' Another chimed in, 'Sooo good warm with vanilla ice cream,' while a third added, 'This size is so cute!' If you're new to taiyaki, it's a super cute, fish-shaped Japanese pastry that's been around since the early 1900's. Originally modeled after red sea bream—a symbol of good luck in Japan—these adorable pastries are made with a rice-and-flour dough that gives them a chewy, mochi-like texture. Fillings range from sweet red bean to savory sausage, but Trader Joe's version keeps it classic with a creamy custard filling and a mini size that's perfect for popping in the oven or air fryer for a quick late-night dessert or midday snack. According to Natasha, her friend gave these taiyaki a 'solid 9/10,' making this 8-count pack an easy pickup for anyone as curious as we are. But fair warning—commenters have mentioned that stock can be hit or miss, so if you spot them, grab 'em while you can!The 'Dreamy' New $5 Trader Joe's Item Fans are Going Wild Over: 'They're absolutely delicious!' first appeared on Parade on Jun 24, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 24, 2025, where it first appeared.
