Atlanta food events Dec. 8-14

• Meghan Davis
• JCT Kitchen to host a holiday party this Sat., Dec. 13

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Monday

The Cook’s Warehouse, Decatur Mon., Dec. 8, 7-9 p.m. Simple Abundance This installment of the Atlanta Community Food Bank’s series of cooking classes features Chef Mary Moore and Sommelier Dan Hackett presenting a menu of New Year’s Day classic dishes including black-eyed pea hummus, gluten-free black-eyed “pea-zza” with acorn squash and Southern greens gratin, Big Green Egg pulled pork, and wine tastings from Sherlock’s Wine Merchant. Details

Tuesday

Whole Foods Market Tue., Dec. 9, 6-7:30 p.m. Cheese Nights This grocery chain is set to offer tastings of traditional Alpine-style cheeses led by in-house cheese experts. Details

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Wednesday

The Pig & The Pearl Wed., Dec. 10, 6-9 p.m. December Green Drinks This Westside restaurant and bar is to host a meet up for professionals in the environmental sector and green-living community. Expect a casual, open format and a cash bar. Details

Shops Around Lenox Wed., Dec. 10, 5-8 p.m. Get Lit: A Gentleman’s Evening of Holiday Shopping Whiskey tastings and Hop City’s Growlertown To-Go Truck are set to appear for this party on Around Lenox Road. The event is set to offer complimentary snacks and activities as a break for holiday shoppers. Details

Friday

Whole Foods Market Fri., Dec. 12, 7-8 p.m. Holiday Wine Tasting This grocery chain will have their resident wine and cheese experts on duty at this tasting featuring featuring sparkling and holiday wines and paired cheeses. Details

Truly Living Well Dec. 12-13, 12-9 p.m. Holiday Lights of Service This Sweet Auburn non-profit urban garden is set to host farmers markets, cooking demos, arts and crafts fairs, and even author readings for this two day event. During the day expect activities in the garden, and then look for the holiday lighting display when the sun goes down. Details

Livingston Fri., Dec. 12, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. “Share the Party” Holiday Luncheon This event caters to small businesses who wish to have a holiday get together without the fuss of a specialized event. Expect holiday decor, live piano music, and a seasonal buffet from Executive Chef Michael Semancik. Details

Saturday

Wahoo! Grill Sat., Dec. 13 Brunch with Santa Bring your camera to get a photo with Santa at this brunch buffet. Children under 3 are admitted free. Details

Taco Mac-Lindbergh Sat., Dec. 13, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Southern Beer Tours This tour is set to take guests to three Atlanta breweries for behind-the-scenes looks at the production of local suds. This tour in will focus on SweetWater, Burnt Hickory, & Monday Night breweries. Details

Avondale Community Club Sun., Dec. 14, 12-6 p.m. Holiday Market More than 30 booths will be selling a variety of goods and eats at this outdoor holiday event. Local authors will be signing their work and home made soups and desserts will be on sale. Details

The Melting Pot Sat., Dec. 13, 2 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 14, 2 p.m. Holiday Dinner and a Show This deal packages together a three-course meal at this fondue chain with tickets to see The Nutcracker at the Fox Theater. Only a few seats are left. Details

The Melting Pot Sat., Dec. 13, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Santa Claus is Coming This fondue chain will offer a three-course special holiday-inspired menu packed with cheesey cascades and gingerbread cookies. Santa is also rumored to be stopping by and taking souvenir photos with kids. Details

Doc Chey’s Sat., Dec. 13, 9 & 10:30 a.m. Santa Comes to Town for Breakfast This Grant Park noodle house will host a benefit holiday event for Atlanta’s oldest fire department, Virginia Highlands Station 19. Santa will arrive on a fire truck before taking pictures with the kids at the brunch. Details

Osteria 832 Pasta & Pizza Sat., Dec. 13, 8:30, 10 & 11:30 a.m. Santa Comes to Town for Breakfast This Atkins Park pizza joint will host a benefit holiday event for Atlanta’s oldest fire department, Virginia Highlands Station 19. Santa will arrive on a fire truck before taking pictures with the kids at the brunch. Details

JCT Kitchen Sat., Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m.-12 a.m. JCT. Bar Holiday Lights Party This modern Southern restaurant will introduce eight new cocktails featuring winter and fall flavors like clove, cinnamon, ginger, apple and pair, along with a special menu from the kitchen. Expect DJs and twinkling lights to get guests into the holiday spirit.Details

North River Tavern Sat., Dec. 13, 8-11 p.m. Toys for Tots Ugly Sweater Party Bring an unwrapped gift as a donation and gain access to drink specials and snacks with this party in Sandy Springs. Prizes will be given out to the winners of several an ugly sweater contest with several categories. Details

Sunday

Seven Lamps Sun., Dec. 14, 7-11:45 p.m. Cotton Ball Chef Drew Van Leuvan has assembled an all-star lineup of some of Atlanta’s most known chefs including: Hugh Acheson, Bruce Logue, Guy Wong, Hector Santiago, Ryan Smith and Zeb Stevenson. Along with seven mixologists, the gang will present seven courses to celebrate the second anniversary of Seven Lamps. Details