Expo to Showcase Cobb Businesses

The free event drew more than 1,600 people in 2012.

Learn about some of the businesses in your own backyard, Cobb. The Cobb Business-to-Business Expo, a free event that drew more than 1,600 people in 2012, is scheduled for 3 p.m. on May 16 at the Cobb Galleria Centre. This year, the expo will feature former Atlanta Braves player Javy Lopez, who will sign autographs in the LOUD Security Systems booth. LOUD is just one of more than 150 local businesses that will showcase their products and services at the expo. Other exhibitors include Keep it in Cobb, which encourages residents to buy local. For more information on the expo, contact Jessica Dudley at 770-859-2359 or jdudley@cobbchamber.org.

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Cobb Food Scores: One Restaurant Receives Failing Food Score

Take a look at recent health inspection scores at local restaurants.

Each item on an inspection form has a point value ranging from 1 to 9 points, with violations deducting points from a best possible score of 100. A sample inspection form is attached. Higher points are taken for items with higher risk to cause illness, while repeat violations take even more points. Letter grades assigned are A for totals of 100 to 90 points, B for 89 to 80, C for 79 to 70, and U for less than 70.

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Dining Spotlight

Paddy’s Pub and Eatery Brings Irish Cuisine to Kennesaw

Take a closer look at Kennesaw's Irish pub and its owner Amber Vlcek, and tell us what you think of Paddy's Pub and Eatery.

Paddy’s Pub and Eatery has been in business since December 2009. Owner Amber Vlcek used to own several Italian restaurants and is hoping to open more Paddy's in the future. “I named the place after my mom who was born in England and came over after World War II as a war bride,” Vlcek said. “Her dad was from Ireland. I also opened on her birthday.” The menu includes Irish and English recipes and includes a Traditional Irish Breakfast, Homemade Bread Pudding, Corned Beef and Cabbage, Lamb Stew, Fish & Chips, Sausage Rolls and Corned Beef Rolls. Patch: How would you describe your business? What is the atmosphere/style like? Vlcek: Irish pub and eatery; family-style, casual. The atmosphere is very warm and welcoming. Patch: Do you have a …

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Cobb Food Scores: Lowest Score Is a 74

The latest inspections by Cobb Public Health include visits to Another Broken Egg, El Jinete Mexican, J. Christopher's, Pier 213 Seafood, Zorba's Kitchen, Yogo Ono, Up Dog and more.

Each item on an inspection form has a point value ranging from 1 to 9 points, with violations deducting points from a best possible score of 100. A sample inspection form is attached. Higher points are taken for items with higher risk to cause illness, while repeat violations take even more points. Letter grades assigned are A for totals of 100 to 90 points, B for 89 to 80, C for 79 to 70, and U for less than 70.

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Romantic Places for Valentine's Day Dinner in Cobb

Cobb has a lot of restaurants and finding the perfect one for a nice dinner out can be a challenge. Check out these great local spots for celebrating Valentine’s Day.

Cobb has a lot of restaurants and finding the perfect one for a nice dinner out can be a challenge. Check out these great local spots for celebrating Valentine’s Day. Shillings on the Square. When suggesting dining in Marietta, it's impossible to forget Shillings. The romantic view of Marietta Square from upstairs accompanied  by candlelight and a piano make for an intimate setting. The Streetside Grill on the main floor is more casual. The pub-like restaurant has a classic, woody look. Hanging stained glass lamps and an abbey-like feel create an impressive yet comfortable setting to dine. Take a look at our review of Shillings. La Famiglia Ristorante. Good food, music and maybe a scenic nighttime stroll afterwards—try La Famiglia …

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Kennesaw Food Scores: Chilito's, Pizza Hut

Take a look at the Kennesaw food scores from Jan. 25 through Feb. 1.

Each item on an inspection form has a point value ranging from 1 to 9 points, with violations deducting points from a best possible score of 100. Higher points are taken for items with higher risk to cause illness, while repeat violations take even more points. Letter grades assigned are A for totals of 100 to 90 points, B for 89 to 80, C for 79 to 70, and U for less than 70.

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Kennesaw Food Scores: J. Christopher's, Papa John's

Take a look at the food scores for Kennesaw business, including: Bullard Elementary, J. Christopher's, McClure Middle School, Papa John's and Subway.

Each item on an inspection form has a point value ranging from 1 to 9 points, with violations deducting points from a best possible score of 100. A sample inspection form is attached. Higher points are taken for items with higher risk to cause illness, while repeat violations take even more points. Letter grades assigned are A for totals of 100 to 90 points, B for 89 to 80, C for 79 to 70, and U for less than 70.  

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Small Business Q&A: Atlanta's Santas

This Sandy Plains Road booking agency represents Mr. and Mrs. Claus, elves, reindeer and photographers in Greater Atlanta.

Kennesaw Food Scores, Sept. 15-21

The latest health inspections include visits to El Nopalito Mexican Restaurant, Guido's Chicago Hot Dogs and McClure Middle School and Montessori at Brookstone.

Each item on an inspection form has a point value ranging from 1 to 9 points, with violations deducting points from a best possible score of 100. A sample inspection form is attached. Higher points are taken for items with higher risk to cause illness, while repeat violations take even more points. Letter grades assigned are A for totals of 100 to 90 points, B for 89 to 80, C for 79 to 70, and U for less than 70. Don’t miss any of the local news you care about. Subscribe to Kennesaw Patch’s free newsletter, like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

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Kennesaw Resident Wins 'Cupcake Wars'

Patricia Katopes, the owner of Patty Cakes Cupcakes in West Cobb, is the second baker in the county this year to take the crown on the Food Network show.

The owner of a West Cobb cupcake shop defeated three other masters of the sweet treats to win the episode of the Food Network’s Cupcake Wars that aired Sunday.  Being a contestant on the show “was the hardest thing I’ve ever done,” Patricia Katopes, the owner of of Patty Cakes Cupcakes on Due West Road, told the Marietta Daily Journal. “It was very intense. It was a surreal experience.” Katopes, who earned the title of Miss Atlanta in 1989, held a viewing party for the show Sunday featuring 700 of her cupcakes, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports. On each episode, four bakers from across the U.S. compete in three rounds of challenges, with one contestant eliminated each round by judges Candace Nelson, owner of Sprinkles Cupcakes, …

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