I didn’t think I would have time to get in a report this week, but time was on my side for once. Here is this week’s update:

“Culinary Atlanta,” the new release from food writer Malika Bowling serves a curated buffet of Atlanta restaurants and breweries, including many of those featured in The Dish. Bowling conveniently divides her palatable paperback into 13 chapters covering geographic areas such as Decatur, Sandy Springs/Dunwoody and Buford Highway. Other chapters explore local chains, “Not Starbucks” java joints, iconic landmarks, plus food specialty markets, fests and tours/chefs.

Jenny Levison’s third cookbook, Souper Jenny Goes Vegan, pulls from her experience running a vegan cafe (Juicy Jenny) and her love of plant-based recipes. All of the recipes in this cookbook are both gluten free and vegan (no dairy, no eggs, no meat). Pick up a copy for that hard-to-buy-for person on your gift list. Souper Jenny sells gift certificates and has four locations in and around metro Atlanta.

King of Pops has fully embraced the holiday spirit with its: Eggnog and White Chocolate Peppermint pops. Both of these pops are gluten free, but they contain dairy. Place an order to ensure you have the flavors needed for that festive party. Their pops are even better when dunked in a cocktail – you can thank me later for this boozy tip.

Pop Stars is offering festive holiday pops in: Chocolate Peppermint, Cranberry Bliss, Gingerbread Latte, Pumpkin Spice and can customize flavors for holiday parties. All of the pops are made with all natural ingredients and they are vegan too.

Rize Artisan Pizza + Salads is ready for diners chomping to expediently place mobile and online orders for the restaurant’s fresh and delicious lunch and dinner options. Ordering is a cinch through the website’s Mobi2Go feature. Select items and quantities from the menu, choose the date and time of pick up at the Poncey-Highland eatery and pay online. Customize orders with a few quick taps or clicks and your meal is ready for pick up when specified and as specified. Remember, they offer more than just gluten-free pizza and salads!

Treehorn Cider continues to expand its presence in Atlanta with its first Target store in Roswell – Super Target store at 1135 Woodstock Road.

Have a wonderful Christmas, if you celebrate it, and as always stay safe!