Once again, Chef Zeb Stevenson’s
tantalizing eats have rendered me all but speechless. The latest concept from Livingston Restaurant + Bar - Brunch Unplugged - offers a simple and
succulent start to your Sunday. Each week, the
small, seasonal menu of Summer staples and brunch classics is
accompanied by Justin Borgman - one of Atlanta’s hottest acoustic talents.
Borgman starts your Sunday on the right note with sets perhaps best described
as an urban twist on “MTV Unplugged”.
From soft rock to pop (and a bit of Britney just for kicks) Justin’s warm cocoa
voice and relaxed refrains are a perfect pairing for the refined simplicity of
Livingston’s cuisines.
While you can never go wrong with anything from the Livingston
kitchen, my darling dining partner and I can’t stop raving about these menu
must-trys! I started my Sunday with a Peachtree
Manhattan - Maker’s Mark and Georgia peach bourbons, mixed with peach
bitters - a soft, slightly sweet drink that feels as good as running barefoot
through the early morning sun. For my entrée, I opted for the fluffy Mushroom Omelette with caramelized
onions and Swiss (add some bacon, trust me!) roasted fingerling potatoes and a
plate of fresh Summer fruits. Deceptively simple, the layers of flavor were the
perfect compliment to the low-key afternoon.
He started with The Icon
- Hendrick’s gin, dry vermouth and a cucumber slice - so crisp and refreshing.
Opting for a heartier Southern staple, his Sunday entrée was Biscuits & Gravy with house-made
sausage. Impressively, this buttery, savory dish is rich and filling without
leaving you overstuffed. Oh, and those flakey, fluffy biscuits! I didn’t think
anyone could top my Momma’s homemade biscuits, but Chef
Zeb has - serving them with a sweet cream and roasted salt butter.
For dessert, try an espresso with a twist of lemon and the Peach “Bellini”. The poached peaches
with raspberries, drizzled with a Prosecco sabayon and sprinkled with streusel were so juicy
and delicious I all but licked the plate.
Brunch at Livingston Restaurant + Bar is served weekends
from 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and is accompanied by Justin Borgman each Sunday. Diners
can enjoy complimentary valet parking for up to three hours. For reservations, call
404.897.1991 or book
online.