Chef Kevin Ouzts From The Cockentrice Hosts Artisanal Charcuterie Class

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LEARN THE SECRETS OF ARTISANAL CHARCUTERIE MAKING WITH CHEF KEVIN OUZTS OF THE SPOTTED TROTTER & THE COCKENTRICE

Executive Chef, Owner and Charcutier Kevin Ouzts of The Spotted Trotter and The Cockentrice is hosting a class at Bellina Alimentari at Ponce City Market with charcuterie lovers in mind on Wednesday, July 13th at 6:30 p.m. Featuring a guided tasting of four cured meats paired with premium Italian wines, attendees will also discover the secrets behind artisanal charcuterie making from the acclaimed chef and charcutier known for his powerful voice in the world of meat preparation. Open to ages 21 and up, tickets are available for $28 per person and can be purchased at Bellina Alimentari gourmet Italian market online at http://mercatodibellina.com/products/pasta-making-class-july13 or by calling 404-330-9933.  For more information, visit www.thecockentrice.com. 

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Dining at The Cockentrice

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Last night, I had the pleasure of dining at The Cockentrice, located at one of Atlanta's newest hotspots, Krog Market. The Cockentrice, owned by Chef Kevin Ouzts of The Spotted Trotter - the best meat/butcher shop in town btw- is more than just a restaurant. We often hear of how chefs are like artists and cooking is their medium, well, let me tell you, that statement has never been more accurate when it comes to Chef Kevin and the fine cuisine at The Cockentrice.

A true dining experience is one that seduces all the senses. My out-of-town friend, Meg and I were seduced with cheeses, charcuterie and lamb. She had a vodka, I had a bourbon and soon after that, heaven in your mouth arrived to the table, a.ka. pork belly jalepeno poppers. They were sweet and melted at first bite. The Cockentrice is known for their charcuterie so that was an absolute must. The cheeses, meats, candied nuts, honey and oxtail pate, something new Chef Kevin brought out for us, were to die for. And finally, the main course of lamb and potato, which I am a little embarrassed to admit was eaten in under five minutes because it was just that delicious and so flavorful.

The Cockentrice, has now officially become one of my favorite restaurants in the city. The food is spectacular. Culinary masterpieces from an extremely talented artist. The space and ambiance is very welcoming - chic but not pretentious and the wait staff, first class. I highly recommend a dining experience at The Cockentrice. You will not be disappointed.

"The Cockentrice is Chef Kevin Ouzts’ celebration of charcuterie and long-awaited execution of meat cookery — melding traditional and modern cooking techniques plucked from the rich heritage of the Southern United States and beyond."

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