November 6, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Finger lickin’ good. Help yourself.

EAT
Afternoon in the Country
What: Les Dames d’Escoffier hosts Kevin Rathbun, Via Elisa, Woodfire, and more.
Why: You’re a foodie two-shoes.
When: Sun., 1-4 p.m.
Where: Serenbe, 10950 Hutcheson Ferry Rd., Palmetto.

Genki Reopening Party
What: The place that made brown rice an undirty order celebrates a redo with free menu picks and a kickin’ partay.
Why: Sake to us.
When: Sat., 7-11 p.m. Tastings, 7-8 p.m.  R.S.V.P. online at pennhouseproductions.com.
Where: 3186  Roswell Rd., Buckhead (404-844-8319).

SEE (and HEAR)
Swimming Upstream
What: Kenny Leon and Eve Ensler present a special musical retrospective on NOLA women’s lives in the wake of Katrina.
Why: Dive in.
When: Thru Nov. 16. Showtimes online. Opening night gala and cast reception tonight following the show.
Where: 14th Street Playhouse, 173 14th St., Midtown (404-733-4750). Tickets at 404-588-0308 ext. 203.

SHOP
Catherine Malandrino Trunk Show
What: Samples and sneak peeks at the holiday collection.
Why: This ain’t no junk in the trunk.
When: Thurs., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: Sandpiper, 227 Sandy Springs Pl., Citywalk (404-255-7878); 4300 Paces Ferry Rd. (770-433-2989).

Denim After Dark
What: Free inseam tailoring, a Madewell martini bar, and $25 off any new jeans and boots.
Why: Commence with the hemming and hawing.
When: Thurs., 7-9 p.m.
Where: Madewell, 3393 Peachtree Rd., at Lenox Sq. Mall, 1st flr., Buckhead (404-816-4178).