my little foodies

Meet the Foodies

I’ve always loved to try new foods, learn about new customs and cultures, and meet new people from around the world. It all starts with my childhood, growing up in a family that is its own little melting pot—a zesty mix of Mexican, Texan, Sudanese, Russian, and Ashkenazi Jewish heritage. As you might imagine, offerings … Continue reading »

Go Over the Top for Mother’s Day at The Ritz Carlton Atlanta

There is no denying that people across all professions like being rewarded for working hard. Those rewards come in many forms: positive feedback, access to new developmental opportunities, bonuses, promotions, and more. Those with the most arduous job, being a loving mother, should be no exception. While showing appreciation on any day serves as a … Continue reading »

Food Blogger Bake Sale: A Recipe to End Childhood Hunger

Fact: 16 million children (1 in 5) in the U.S. struggle with hunger. Nearly half of all people who use the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP or food stamps) are kids. 21 million U.S. kids receive a free or reduced-price school lunch, but only half of those kids also get breakfast, even though they’re eligible. … Continue reading »

The Working Man’s Lunch at Pita Palace

My Little Foodie is a hard working little man. In fact, he has been earning his keep since he was 6 months old. Now you might be wondering how this could be, given that his father is an employment attorney who should know something about Georgia’s child labor laws. I, however, am a psychologist who … Continue reading »

Dim Sum for Dummies at the Oriental Pearl

Fast-paced and frenetic: how I would best describe both Dim Sum at the Oriental Pearl on a Sunday afternoon and my almost 2-year old Little A’s personality. The frenzied parade of carts stacked with bamboo steamers circling around large tables with spinning lazy-Susans is a perfect match for my little man. It offers variety and … Continue reading »

Think pink? No thanks. Easy-Bake switch a win for all (hlntv.com Op-Ed)

As the mother of a tomboyish 5-year-old, I am constantly declining offers on her behalf for the princess toothbrush at the dentist office after a cleaning or the generosity of friends to purchase a baby doll or princess costume for her birthday. Time spent outdoors spinning Beyblades or on the soccer field is where I … Continue reading »

Pizza Party Playdate

I admit it. I have hit a dining “wall” with my 22-month-old Little Foodie. My closest friends and biggest critics are often skeptical about my family’s ability to enjoy a dining experience with a 5-year-old and a 22-month-old. And while they both still enjoy a variety of foods, Little A’s patience has dwindled significantly. Our … Continue reading »

10 Reasons to Visit Buford Highway Farmers Market that Don’t Include Anthony Bourdain

So the cat is now officially out of the bag ever since famed chef, TV personality, and author Anthony Bourdain took a trip with Atlanta’s own Richard Blais to the Buford Highway Farmers Market. The Atlanta episode of the Layover, where Bourdain has between 24-48 hours to kill in some of the world’s major airport … Continue reading »

All About Community at Café Jonah and the Magical Attic

It may be hard to find a better way to support the community than by dining at Café Jonah and the Magical Attic. Conceived by the iconic Jenny Levinson of Souper Jenny, our family has come to love this cozy lunch and brunch spot in the heart of Buckhead. Jenny has given the Atlanta community so much in terms of “real food” to feed our stomachs and souls, and Café Jonah is just another example of how she gives back to the community. Continue reading »

Nothing Says “Happy Birthday” like Sublime Doughnuts

If you’re a parent of young children like me, you may have a strong sense of deja vu spending your weekends at gymnastics and bouncy house parties with lunches and dinners (typically on the same day) filled with mediocre pizza and Publix birthday cake. Once we whip out a box of Sublime Doughnuts in lieu of cake, both children and parents eagerly bite into a fresh smores, butter toffee, orange dream, dulce de leche, or the signature A-Town (similar to Boston) cream. Continue reading »

my little foodies

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