Sun in my Belly

It's the most wonderful time of the year

2012-03-06T18:58:00.001-05:00

We feel like a kid on the night before Christmas... The Not Wedding is this Thursday, and we couldn't be more excited about being a part of it again, for the third year in a row!
What's The Not Wedding, you ask? The Not Wedding is the ultimate inspiration for brides (and grooms!) to be.
Tell you more?? With pleasure.
The Not Wedding is a fake wedding with all the fixins of the best wedding you've ever been caught day-dreaming about. It all starts with a ceremony full of real emotion, because each year the "bride + groom" are a real married couple. Too sweet. Of course, what wedding is complete without a delicious meal-- brought to you be yours truly. We'll be serving our miso glazed salmon, grilled free range chicken with a bourbon + pecan butter, and our fabulous wild mushroom ravioli topped with truffled mushrooms and a brown butter sauce. Plus, there are sooooo many unbelievable vendors collaborating this year-- amazing vintage rentals from Four Inch Fold to behold, gorgeous florals from some of the best in the biz, adorable accessories that will be the cherry on top to your big day. The party really gets going when The A-Town A-List's music gets everyone out of their seats. Pinterest, beware, The Not Wedding is going to make you rethink what a wedding could be, check out some photos from previous years to get an idea of what we mean.

Pinch us, we're dreaming. And you could be too if you join us Thursday March 8th at Ambient Plus Studios for The Not Wedding! Find about more information about the participating vendors and buy tickets now--you don't want to miss this.

Cheers,

SIMB

Spring has Sprung--Shana + Rob

2012-03-02T13:27:00.000-05:00

Spring is in the air, and it make us think of pastel palettes, fresh flowers and, of course, weddings. This wedding is an oldy, but a goody. When we met Shana + Rob, we knew this was going to be an amazing event. Shana is our favorite type of client-- one who knows exactly what she wants and has a graceful way of conveying that to all of her partners. This wedding was elegant without being uptight, dramatic without being over the top, and man-- did it ooze personality.

As the venue, Mason Murer Fine Art fit Shana + Rob's wedding like a glove, fusing a funky urban modern vibe with an artistic elegance and charm. The exquisite chuppah and florals designed by Susan and Steve over at the Bold American decor team. And the absolutely stellar photography by Our Labor of Love keeps us looking at these images, time and time again.

The small details of this wedding are some of our favorites, hello-- did you see those adorable cake toppers?!? And the custom paper products + great graphics were done by Erin Dangar of Dangar Design. But the cherry on top of this super sweet wedding was the bridesmaids' performance of "Single Ladies" by Beyonce. Everyone went wild and we won't soon forget their well rehearsed routine.

Their menu was a southern sophisticated dream featuring low county shrimp and grits, Alison's famous meatloaf sliders, coca-cola glazed ham and house-made biscuits. YUM! Shana + Rob's big day was the combination of creativity and class, wrapped up into one of our favorite weddings EVER! Though the happy couple doesn't live in Atlanta, we've recently reconnected with Shana's parents for her mother's birthday party. We just love it when things come back around like that.

Cheers,

SIMB

made with love-- kelly + drew

2012-02-17T18:53:00.001-05:00

On the heels of Valentine's day love is still wafting in the air, and we can't help but to feel a little giddy with all that romance floating around. Especially when we are featuring one of our favorite weddings from 2011. A cheerful color palette, a southern quirky charm, and a dream team of vendors came together for Kelly + Drew's wedding, and made us feel like we'd been struck by cupid's arrow.

Everything about Kelly + Drew's day was beautiful, creative and delicious, and we feel pleased as punch to have been a part of their dream day. From the bright ribbon background of their ceremony, to the huge balloons floating throughout the gardens, Kelly + Drew's wedding found the perfect balance between playful and romantic-- the best of both worlds!

Of course, this sweet-as-pecan-pie couple pulled together an amazing team of vendors who are always a pleasure to work beside. First, Amy Osaba + her team deserve a huge round of applause for the phenomenal florals and event decor. Of course, Ashley Baber, wedding planner extraordinaire, was there to make sure all of the details of the day were perfect. Cator Woolford Gardens provided the gorgeous backdrop for this one-of-a-kind wedding , and we can't forget about Scott Chester who captured every unforgettable moment. Our hearts are a flutter.

Months later, we just can't stop gushing about this wedding! If you are day dreaming about Kelly + Drew's wedding too, you can find even more photos on 100 layer cake, Amy Osaba's blog or W. Scott Chester's blog.

Cheers,

SIMB

Spreading the love with free dinner + tickets

2012-02-07T15:53:00.001-05:00

It's only a week before Valentine's Day, so we are spreading the love all over the place. We've got some really special and sweet events this coming week, and we want you to get in on all the love-ly evenings too! The first 15 people to become members of our blog will win tickets to one of these amazing events or dinner for two at our neighborhood cafe.

For the 3rd year in a row, Sun in my Belly is honored to host Have a Heart at our neighborhood cafe on Wednesday, February 8th from 6:30pm until 10:30pm. We consider ourselves some serious doggy-lovers, and we are so thrilled to be a part of Animal Action Rescue's signature fund-raising event. The funds raised on this evening help ensure that AAR can continue to rescue more helpless pets in the Atlanta area. Tickets are on sale for $45 bucks, and include a yappy hour with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, a gourmet dinner, an open bar, live music and a silent auction. Please join us for a night of fun while celebrating an awesome cause. Our tails are already wagging.

Plus, this Saturday we'll be taking part in two exciting events. First, Valentine's in the Garden at Atlanta Botanical Garden. We'll be featuring some of our delicious and decadent desserts, the perfect sweets for you and your sweetie, and gorgeous florals by the amazing Amy Osaba. From gooey valrhona chocolate cakes to coconut + lime petit fours with passion fruit creme, we've got the treat for you. Come experience a romantic evening in one of our favorite places in Atlanta! For more information about Valentine's in the Garden and to purchase tickets can be found on Atlanta Botanical Garden's website.

And who could forget about the Art Papers 13th Annual Art Auction at Mason Murer Fine Art Gallery!?! We're uber-excited to take place in this year's auction as a sponsor and will be dishing out some scrumptious grub, including southwestern bolognese served overcumin spiced couscous, finished with a cinnamon + cardamom crème fraiche. It's okay if you're drooling a little. You can find out all the details, bid on auction items, and buy tickets here.

Of course, we'll be serving up our meant to be Valentine's menu which you won't want to miss out on. The splendid 5 course meal is available for $50 per guest on Saturday the 11th, Sunday the 12th and Tuesday the 14th. Check out the full menu and more details below and make your reservations today, space is limited. Come be in love in our charming, cozy and cute cafe.

What are you waiting for? Follow our blog now for your chance to win a free Valentine's dinner for you and a guest, or 2 tickets to any of the events above! Consider it our way of telling you "I love you too."

Cheers,

SIMB

Catch the Sun in my Belly Love Bug

2012-02-01T17:22:00.001-05:00

If you're like us, it's no surprise that 2012 is already whizzing by. Now it's February, and less than 2 weeks until Valentine's Day. And if you're caught off guard and still looking for that perfect Valentine's day date idea, we've got just the ticket.

We're featuring an incredible, exclusive, pre-fixe menu on Saturday (February 11th), Sunday (February 12th), and Tuesday (February 14th) that you won't want to miss! This beautifully crafted menu is available for $50.00 a guest, and also includes a complimentary specialty cocktail. It's gonna make you weak in the knees.

OUR MEANT TO BE MENU

AMUSE~

malpeque oysters with passion fruit + ponzu vinaigrette

FIRST~

twice cooked pork belly with parsnip puree + fried rosemary

SECOND~

mache salad with pomegranate + persimmon + hazelnuts with a chianti vinaigrette
ENTREE~
pan seared halibut with whole grain mustard + white wine sauce served with tender baby bok choy + crispy shitake mushrooms
DESSERT~
viennese linzer torte + port reduction + cardamom creme fraiche

And get this-- the very talented Juli Vaughn is offering custom flower arrangements that will be sure to sweep your sweetie off their feet. Pre-order some wedding-worthy flower gorgeousness for a great deal, and have them ready and waiting for you at Sun in my Belly. Scoot on over to her blog for more details and to place your order.

the best part of your valentine's day can be
exciting eats, delicious drinks + fabulous flowers

Call today to make your Valentine's reservations. 404.370.1088.

And if that isn't enough Sun in my Belly for you, we'll be participating as a sponsor in Valentines in the Garden at the Atlanta Botanical Garden on Saturday, February 11th. To find more information check out their website.

Cheers,

SIMB

P.S. We want to give a HUGE shout out and THANKS to Amber at OLOL for our amazing photos + the creative genius Amy Osaba for her brilliant blooms + Ashley Meaders for our sweet little elephant graphics. So in love.

The Sun in my Belly + Scoutmob Sensation

2012-01-24T16:59:00.000-05:00

Once upon a time, we were approached by this little company called Scoutmob to be a part of their launch in Atlanta. Almost two years later, they're that well-known, "can't-live-without-app" that gets you all the best deals in your city! We were so honored to be one of the first customers of Scoutmob Atlanta-- it's been a match made in heaven. A huge THANKS to the Scoutmob crew for helping Sun in my Belly become what we are today.

Check out the brilliant video that Proper Medium filmed at Sun in my Belly's Kirkwood cafe to get a better idea of what Scoutmob is all about.

Scoutmob | The Scoutmob Effect from Proper Medium on Vimeo.

And now Scoutmob is helping take our dinner service to the next level with this incredible Hand Picked Deal!
Looking for a cheap dinner date? For just $35 dollars, you can get an incredible meal for two-- a shared appetizer + 2 salads + 2 entrees + 2 desserts, and no corkage fee for your first bottle of wine! We know what you must be thinking: This is too good to be true! What's the catch? Can I get a doggy bag? Where do I sign up? This deal will only be available for a few more days, so snatch it while you can, and come check out our brand new dinner menu!

You're still here? What are you waiting for? Grab the deal before it's gone.

Cheers,

SIMB

happy new year + a new menu to you

2012-01-05T15:40:00.000-05:00

Happy New Year! Hope your year is off to an amazing start.

We are having a hard time believing that it's already 2012 and that we will be opening for dinner in just FOUR DAYS! We've been hard at work, preparing our service and kitchen staff for the evening service and our neighborhood cafe has undergone a massive makeover. We can't wait to open our doors for dinner at Sun in my Belly, and to get you as excited as we are, we've got our new and improve menu for you.

If your New Years resolution is to eat well, you are in luck:

no fears, this teeny-tiny mouse menu is larger in real life.

Is your mouth watering yet?

Plus, we're still be serving our weekly Supperclub menu, so each night you can enjoy a handcrafted four-course meal as a full package or à la carte. Feel free to bring along your favorite adult beverage (you can bring your favorite adults too) to complement your dinner experience. Hope to see you this Monday, January 9th for our grand evening opening, or any Tuesday through Sunday evening in the near future!

Cheers,

SIMB

New News in 2012

2011-12-15T12:06:00.009-05:00

Hi, we are Sun in my Belly. We wear a few hats that keep us pretty busy, as we are a breakfast + lunch cafe, as well as a full service catering company. We live in the Kirkwood neighborhood of Atlanta but travel all over the area for events and weddings. We love delicious food, whimsical decor and friendly people.

It's a pleasure to meet you.

As the start of 2012 looms around the corner, we've got some new and exciting news, that we can't wait to share with our friends and fans. First, we are excited to introduce our blog (welcome!) which will feature some of Sun in my Belly's favorite weddings and outstanding events throughout the year from our catering side. You'll also be able to check in here to stay up to date on the going-ons in the restaurant. Which brings us to our next big announcement (drum roll please)....

We are very proud to announce that after serving the Kirkwood community for over eight years, Sun in my Belly will be opening nightly for dinner service, beginning Monday January 9th, 2012. Our dinner menu will still include some of your favorite items (you'll be able to get breakfast for dinner!) and Chef Alison Lueker will also feature seasonal entrees that will make your mouth water. We can't wait to open our doors for dinner and see some new and familiar faces.

Hope to see you all in 2012!

Cheers,

SIMB