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Pig Board
The Purple Pig
Chicago
From snout to tail, the pig fest at the Purple Pig far exceeds one’s expectations. It’s a pig party on a board!
Nitrogen Nutella Milkshake and Crispy Okra
FLIP Burger Boutique
Atlanta, Georgia
Richard Blais, the winner of last season’s Top Chef, is a very talented young chef who opened this sci-fi burger place. I’ve traveled all over the globe and been to practically every ice bar, but he delivers the coldest, iciest milkshake in the world using molecular gastronomy techniques. The Crispy Okra is also great. It’s coated with a light, crunchy tempura batter; the best fried okra this side of the Mississippi.
Five Sides Vegetable Plate
Empire State South
Atlanta, Georgia
This artisan plate of glorious Southern vegetables reminded me of Sunday dinner growing up. It tasted like home but the presentation and quality was definitely five-star, created by executive chef Ryan Smith.
Deconstructed Banana Split
Central Michel Richard
Washington, D.C.
I’ve eaten many banana splits, but this one stands alone. There’s none more elegant or beautifully presented.
Brown Derby cocktail
Miller Union
Atlanta, GA
For a Southern guy who is not a big bourbon drinker, I found this cocktail to be delicious. It was carefully crafted and well balanced; a bourbon drink I really like.
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