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Marietta Food Scores: Nick's Sessions Street Grill, Loco Willy's

The latest inspections by Cobb Public Health include visits to Applebee's, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Sessions Street Grill, Loco Willy's, Waffle House, Ted's Montana Grill and Wing & Fish Georgia.

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. Keep up with all the news you care about by subscribing to our free email newsletter, liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter.

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Chow Down at the 20th Annual Taste of Marietta

More than 70 vendors will showcase their best dishes, including Italian, seafood, steak, BBQ and desserts, at the 20th annual Taste of Marietta.

More than 70 vendors will showcase their best dishes, including Italian, seafood, steak, BBQ and desserts, which range in cost from 50 cents to $5, at the 20th annual Taste of Marietta Sunday, April 28 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. on the Marietta Square. At last year's event, more than 100,000 people hit the streets to sample their favorite foods.  Live bands will perform free concerts all day at five stages on the Square. Main Stage South Park Stage MBA West Park Stage East Park Stage Church Street Stage Evening concert tables The Marietta Square Farmers Market will be closed Sunday, April 28 to make room for the festival. The market will be open Saturday, April 27 and return to North Park Square Saturday, May 4.

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Marietta Food Scores: Lowest Is a 70

The latest inspections by Cobb Public Health include visits to Abiy Cool Spot and Bar and the Cobb County Adult Detention Center.

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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Marietta Chef to Compete in Statewide Competition

Marc Taft of the Chicken and the Egg in Marietta will participate in the second annual Golden Onion competition featuring Georgia’s state vegetable, the Vidalia onion.

Twelve Georgia chefs, including Marietta's Marc Taft, will soon reveal layers of their own talent as well as the versatility of the famous Vidalia onion. The 2nd Annual Golden Onion will be held on Sunday, April 14, in Vidalia, GA, as the official kick-off to the 36th Annual Vidalia Onion Festival. This professional cooking competition showcases the Vidalia onion, Georgia’s official state vegetable, and also serves as a platform for chefs across Georgia to display their skills and creativity. Chef Marc Taft, chef and owner of Chicken & The Egg and executive chef and general manager of The Mill Kitchen & Bar in Roswell, earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Alabama and then began working for the restaurant companies Carlson …

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Marietta Food Scores, March 18-22

The latest inspections by Cobb Public Health include visits to Allgood Head Start, Brandi's World Famous Hot Dogs, Chef Cary Cuisine, Elmcroft of Milford Chase and Hoboken Cafe.

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. Keep up with all the news you care about by subscribing to our free email newsletter, liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter.

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Marietta Food Scores: Lowest Is a 72

The latest inspections by Cobb Public Health include visits to Burger King, Cajun Crawfish and Seafood, Little Caesars Pizza and Mi Taco Mexican Taqueria.

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Marietta Food Scores: Lowest Is a 72

The latest inspections by Cobb Public Health include visits to Burger King, Cajun Crawfish and Seafood, Little Caesars Pizza and Mi Taco Mexican Taqueria.

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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Seed Kitchen & Bar: Modern American, Chef-Driven Restaurant

Take a look at Seed Kitchen & Bar's menu, atmosphere, plans for expansion and more with the East Cobb restaurant's chef and owner Doug Turbush.

Seed Kitchen & Bar has been a part of Cobb County cuisine for 16 months. "The menu has evolved seasonally (since the opening)," Doug Turbush, owner and chef at Seed, explained of the modern American neighborhood restaurant located at Merchant's Walk. Turbush was educated at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY and has worked in Bangkok, Thailand, Minneapolis and Atlanta. He has lived in East Cobb for 13 years. "We will open Stem Wine Bar right next door this Spring!" Turbush said. Turbush & Chef de Cuisine Brendan Keenan have created a European inspired seasonal small plates menu emphasizing creative food and wine pairings. Sommelier Jason Raymond will teach wine classes and lead the wine program offering over 40 boutique …

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Cobb Food Scores: Lowest Is a 85

The latest inspections by Cobb Public Health include visits to Darwin's Burgers & Blues, Fado Wine Bar and Restaurant, Jasmine Cafe, La Parrilla Mexican Restaurant, Lockheed Elementary School and Mi Pueblito Mexican Restaurant.

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. Keep up with all the news you care about by subscribing to our free email newsletter, liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter.

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Marietta Food Scores: Vineyard Cafe, Pino Gelato, Australian Bakery

The latest inspections by Cobb Public Health include visits to Another Chance, Australian Bakery & Cafe, El Pollo Dorado, Lenny's Sub Shop, Pino Gelato, the Vineyard Cafe 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. Keep up with all the news you care about by subscribing to our free email newsletter, liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter.

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