Atlanta Food & Wine Fest

Consistently one of the city’s most prestigious food-lovers’ events, the AFWF is back with a different approach for 2021 but the same high-caliber culinary experiences. The multi-day event begins Thursday with a series of ticketed brunches and dinners led by chefs of prominent ATL restaurants Twisted Soul, Lazy Betty, Cooks & Soldiers and others. The always-popular tasting tents open on the weekend for those who want unlimited bites and beverages. There’ll also be cooking and cocktail demos led by chefs like Christan Willis and mixologist Keyatta Mincey Parker, a barbecue competition judged by Butter.ATL’s editor-in-chief Mike Jordan and Big Tigger DJing on Saturday, and a big tailgate on Sunday. FYI, tickets for some events have already sold out, so move quickly if you see something that makes you hungry and thirsty.