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Chef Julio Delgado with Dodd's Garden Pizza

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Once Upon a Dish

Chefs' favorite menu items. From the kitchen, with love.

Article by Summer Robinson

Photography by Nick Hassiotis, Minnie Olivia Pizzeria, Karyn Slovin

Originally published in Alpharetta City Lifestyle

Chef Stephen Cho

Jang Su Jang

678.694.8786

 35 Milton Ave Ste C 

IG: @jangsujang.atl

Name of dish: LA Galbi

When it hits the menu: order now

Origin/inspiration:  LA Galbi refers to a style of Korean marinated short ribs that are grilled or barbecued. The name "galbi" translates to "ribs" in Korean, while "LA" signifies the origins of this particular style, which began in Los Angeles, during the Korean immigrant wave in the 1960s. The dish features thinly sliced beef short ribs, typically marinated in a sweet and savory sauce before being cooked to perfection. Traditionally, these marinated short ribs are grilled over an open flame, enhancing their smoky flavor. This method also allows for a delightful caramelization of the marinade, creating a beautiful glaze on the ribs.

Donnie Gale

HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern

6690 Town Square #420

HOBNOBAtlanta.com

Name of Dish: Chorizo Burger

When it hits the menu: On now, introduced in August

Origin / Inspiration:  My culinary mentors always insisted I focus on using great ingredients and balancing bold flavors that complement each other. This burger was inspired by my global travels. Each international cuisine offers a “wow” moment for those ready to experience it. My goal is to bring bold, craveable dishes back to a HOBNOB menu right around the corner from you for all to enjoy. I’m personally hooked on this burger!

Chef Firat Ozay (Chef 01)

Creation Social House - Bar & Mediterranean 

470.264.1871 

11500 Webb Bridge Way, Suite A 

CreationSocialHouse.com

IG: @creationsocialhouse 

Name of Dish: Lamb Chops 

When it hits the menu: On the menu now.

Origin / Inspiration: Lamb chops are a classic dish with a lot of potential for creative expression. Our Turkish twist cuisine offers a rich tapestry of flavors that can beautifully complement lamb chops. Here is how we infuse lamb chops with Turkish flair: lamb chops are rubbed with a blend of Turkish spices including paprika, oregano and salt; cooked to perfection to the customer's choice (medium-rare, medium, well-done or chef's style); served with the chef's special salad with house dressing, rice and house tzatziki, with an option of roasted vegetables. It goes very well with most of your favorite red wines. You are sure to love it. 

Chef Julio Delgado

Minnie Olivia Pizzeria

10 Roswell St #120

MinnieOlivia.com

IG: @minnieoliviaalpharetta

Name of Dish: Dodd’s Garden Pizza

When it hits the menu: Since day one.

Origin / Inspiration: Minnie Olivia Pizzeria is named after Minnie Olivia Dodd, the daughter of James Madison Dodd and Sara Ann Dodd, who owned the Dodd Hotel building where the restaurant is located in Downtown Alpharetta. As a tribute to the gardens that the couple operated alongside the hotel, Chef Julio and his team created the Dodd’s Garden pizza, featuring local seasonal vegetables, fior di latte mozzarella, garlic, and truffle honey. 

Chef Madison Lee

Kimchi Red 

678.404.8858

3651 Peachtree Pkwy Suite D, Suwanee 
3630 Old Milton Pkwy #110, Alpharetta

KimchiRedUSA.com

IG:@kimchiredofficial 

Name of Dish: Classic K-Crispy Fried Chicken

When it hits the menu: Since day one.

Origin / Inspiration: At Kimchi Red, fried chicken is more than just a meal—it should be an experience. The Classic K-Crispy Fried Chicken is made with a time-honored marinade, crafted with the finest ingredients, and signature in-house sauces, all fried to perfection in peanut oil. Chicken is made to order and never frozen. Dine in or takeout.

Chef Mel Toledo

Foundation Social Eatery

678.691.0028

55 Roswell Street Suite 100 

FoundationATL.com

IG: @foundationsocialeatery

Name of Dish: Yellowtail Tuna Tartare (shallot, seasoned oil, smoked-garlic mayo, bottarga, Furikake cracker)

When it hits the menu: On the menu now.

Origin / Inspiration: Combining a fresh take on a French/Asian tartare, the dish started with the idea of creating a super light tartare for summer and trying to bring in a lot of umami, that's why I season the tuna with fish sauce and bottarga. Most Asian tartare uses avocado as a source of fat, I wanted to bring in more complexity by cold-smoking a lemon mayo. Then to finish out the dish we make a house-made cracker that is dusted with a Japanese rice seasoning called Furikake, which has tons of umami. It's truly delicious.