Welcome to another delicious episode of Savory Stories, the podcast where we explore Atlanta's rich cultural identity through its vibrant cuisine and food history. Today, we're diving into an iconic Southern staple that has long been the hallmark of a great cook: the biscuit.

Join us as we trace Atlanta's love affair with biscuits from its historical roots to the present day. We'll uncover the journey from the first biscuit to the innovative creation of baking powder, which revolutionized biscuit-making.

In true Savory Stories fashion, we'll also shine a spotlight on some of Atlanta's biscuit havens, where you can savor these fluffy and flaky delights.

Featured Atlanta Biscuit Hotspots:

- The Real Milk and Honey

- Bomb Biscuit

- Flying Biscuit

- Early Girl Eatery (located in Asheville, NC)

Tune in to savor the rich history and mouth-watering present of Atlanta's buttermilk biscuits. It's a culinary journey you won't want to miss!

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Atlanta is a melting pot of diverse cuisines, with Chinese food playing a significant role in the city’s rich cultural and culinary landscape. In this episode of Savory Stories, we dive into the delightful world of Chinese cuisine and explore the history of Chinese immigration to Atlanta, dating back to the 1800s with the construction of the railroad. From dumplings to stir-fry to smoked duck and more, we've got you covered on where to eat, shop, and indulge in delicious Chinese food in ATL.

ATL Chinese Restaurants and Businesses Mentioned:

- Jia

- First Oriental Market

- Chinese Southern Belle

- Golden Buddha

- Northern China Eatery on Buford Highway

Chef Asata’s Dumpling-Making Tips:

- Keep the dough moist:

Prevent tough, dry dumpling skins by keeping a damp towel over the dough or wrappers as you work.

- Don't overstuff them:

Fill each skin only two-thirds full to avoid splitting during cooking and ensure perfect pleats.

- Chill the filling before wrapping:

For meat fillings, chill them to keep the fat from rendering too quickly, maintaining juiciness and preventing tears.

- Draw the moisture out of your veggies:

Salt and sweat watery vegetables like cabbage or bok choy to remove excess moisture before adding them to the filling. You can also use cornstarch or breadcrumbs to soak up any additional water.

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On today's episode of Savory Stories, we delve even deeper within the history of Atlanta’s people through its cuisine and more.

Today, Victoria Lemos of the Archive Atlanta podcast joins us as we embark on a culinary tour of the Westside of Atlanta, uncovering its rich and captivating history. This journey takes us through the evolution of transportation, the diverse religious and spiritual landscape, housing developments, and the unique role of the Westview Cemetery for the area’s development. We also explore a list of local legendary food spots, some with roots in the neighborhood for decades and other newcomers who’ve quickly become community favorites.

Special thanks to Victoria Lemos, local historian and host of the Archive Atlanta podcast (give it a listen if you haven’t already!).

Check out some of the iconic eats in the area mentioned:

- Slutty Vegan

- The Beautiful

- Tassili’s Raw Reality

- Wadada Healthy Market & Juice Bar

- Augie’s

- Soul Vegetarian

- Spice House

- Oreatha’s at the Point

- Westview Corner Grocery

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