Omnivore Atlanta

Last week, the United Nations’ Food and Health Organization released a chilling statistic: More than one-sixth of the world’s people will go hungry in 2009. What qualifies one as “going hungry?” Less than than 1,800 calories a day, according to the FHO. The agency attributes the 100 million increase over last year’s figure to the global economic slowdown and consistently high food prices. Called a “silent crisis” by FHO Director-General Jacques Diouf, political instability and lack of infrastructure have compounded food shortages — shifting political boundaries and conflicts such as civil war keep much needed food from reaching people.

Want to help? Consider volunteering here in Atlanta. The Atlanta Community Foodbank accepts individual and group volunteers daily and for special events. Project Open Hand — a service organization that delivers meals to the chronically ill or elderly — needs help preparing and giving out food. The Hands On Atlanta website lists volunteer opportunities by date and interest so you can find a foodie way to be good to Atlanta.

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DirtySouthWine is a master of suspense:

When I was invited up to Wolf Mountain Vineyards to join a crew for a dosage trial of Georgia’s first méthode Champenoise sparkling wine, I was curious, but a little pessimistic of what I’d taste “up in them hills”. My previous experience with Georgia wines was never more than pleasant, often far less.

To learn how his journey turned out, click here….

Steakhead does suspense too:

I am a big fan of ceviches, the tangy Latin American marinated seafood dish. When in Cozumel earlier this year, we made a specific trip to the east side of the island where beach bars without electricity serve up ceviches and cold margaritas. When I heard about a restaurant in Roswell with the same name, you could imagine how excited I was.

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Oh my God! The Glenwood is serving calf brains … or something. Look here….

Oh my God! Oh my God! Chocolate ice cream with chocolate chips and blueberry-port wine swirl! Get the recipe here (but be sure to read the comments)….

The Georgia Restaurant Association reports on a growing coalition that opposes Congressional food-to-fuel mandates because they are contributing to the global food shortage. Read about it here….

At long last, a reusable screw-top cap for canned drinks! Find it here…

Here’s some good news from Chow Down Atlanta about the former chef of the defunct Epicurean:

I have been a fan of Chef Peter Golaszewski since The Epicurean, where I tasted the best English peas risotto on earth. He’s now back as the executive chef at The Feed Store Restaurant down south, close to the airport. While it may be a trek just to get to where he is, believe me, it’s worth the drive.

Check out the full story, including tantalizing pictures, here.

(Image from the Marvel Database.)

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