We visited the food court at Chinatown Square a little less than a year ago for the first Buford Highway Blogger's EatUp. Despite horrific weather and the proximity to the holidays, we still had a nice turnout. Now it's time to do it again. Atlanta's Chinatown is a minor heaven if you like "real" Chinese food, and even if you don't - there's a place that sells all the fried rice and chicken wings you can handle. This isn’t limited to just food bloggers – we’ve got some devoted followers and food fanatics that hang out with us online and you’re welcome too.

This is a free, informal gathering. Please SIGN UP HERE if you think you'll attend - let me know if you have to cancel (there aren't any reservations here - it's a food court, but it will help to know how many people will be there).

The When

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 7PM - til they kick us out

The Where

Chinatown Food Court

5385 New Peachtree Rd

Atlanta, GA 30341

The Fine Print

The is an open social gathering. There is very little planning, no management and no control. The meeting place is public – the environment is what it is. When I did the first dinner I posted a few rules (some people told me they were pretty harsh), but they were intended to minimize the discomfort of meeting strangers in a strange environment. They don’t all apply here, and I’ve softened them for this “eat up” but some are common sense.

1. Have an open mind and be willing to explore. If you haven’t been to the Chinatown Food Court before (or you aren’t familiar with traditional Chinese food), it may be a bit confusing – some menus are only written in Hanzi. Don’t worry – the vendors are friendly and some of us may be able to help – a bit.
2. Big one here – pay for your own food (BRING CASH!). None of the vendors accept cards of any type. Also, I’m not providing food, etc. I’m just meeting people with some common ground! This event is Dutch. My previous rule was: “If you show up and forget to bring cash – you work it out with the owners/cops – I don’t know you.” You know, as a group we’d probably help you out, but don’t put your new friends in that position… BRING CASH!
3. Please - no whining. If you like the place and the food (and I hope you do), great. Even better – write about it. If you hate it – enjoy the company and help me pick out a different place for the next one!