November 20, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

’Tis (almost) the season.

GIVE (and NIBBLE)
Highland Bakery and Hosea Feed The Hungry
What: The beloved lunch counter has added a bakery. Take in two canned food items, and they’ll give you a free bagel or cupcake.
Why: Dude? Sweet.
When: Thru Dec. 31. Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 655 Highland Ave., Old Fourth Ward (404-586-0772).

EAT
Savor Gourmet Tasting Series
What: Sample seasonal bites of local pestos, exotic cheeses, cured meats, olive oils, and more.
Why: Your expert opinion on salami? You’ll give it.
When: Thru Dec. 20. Every Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 2355 Peachtree Rd., Buckhead (404-869-0070).

CHILL
Herbal Fusion Clinic and Apothecary
What: Clinical herbalist Shannon Gowland mixes botanicals, teas, and soaks to treat what ails you.
Why: Marinate in that.
When: By appointment. E-mail clinic@herbalfusionclinic.com.
Where: Rejuvenate Spas, 303 Peachtree Center Ave., ste. al-112, Downtown (404-577-4877).

SHOP
Standard
What: The cool Buckhead shop brings limited-edition sneaks, tees, and style to Lenox this weekend.
Why: Embrace the mall madness.
When: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: 3393 Peachtree Rd., at Lenox Square Mall, ste. 4026, Buckhead (404-846-8535).

SWILL
Room Mixology Lessons
What: Cocktail maestro Steven Kowalczuk shares recipes and techniques.
Why: Tipsy daisy.
When: Sat., 4-6 p.m.
Where: 400 W. Peachtree St., Downtown (404-418-1250). Reservations required.