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Kitchen Confidential

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Local chefs give us a peek into the kitchens and menus at your favorite North Fulton restaurants.

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Columns

My Take

By Scott Bernarde
Parkview-Brookwood Has Set the Standard in Gwinnett County
Brookwood-Parkview Has Set the Standard in Gwinnett County
Clean Room on the Line for Falcons-Packers
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Simple Living

By Sheryl Schapiro
Rules to Abide By Before You Imbibe
Culinary Traditions Ring in the New Year
Have Yourself an Eco-Friendly Holiday
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Health & Wellness

By Helen Kelley
Exercise Doesn't Have to be a Chore
Surgery May Be the Answer When Diets and Exercise Aren’t Enough
Recognizing the Signs of a Heart Attack
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Parenting

By Melanie Fleury
Making Memories on Valentine's Day
Johns Creek Police Offering Safety Program for Kids
Autrey Mill Middle School Joins Fight Against Childhood Obesity
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Scene This Week

By Ortenzio Mastroianni
Autrey Mill Heritage Exhibit Explores the Past
Johns Creek Troop 2000 Recognizes Eagle Scouts
Bring One For the Chipper
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The Pet Place

By Helen Kelley
When It's Time to Say Goodbye to a Beloved Pet
It Doesn’t Have to Be Warm and Fuzzy to Make a Good Pet
The Declawing Dilemma
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Editor's Notebook

By Ann Marie Quill
5 Things To Know This Week: Sept. 24-28
5 Things to Know This Week: Sept. 17-21
5 Things To Know This Weekend: Sept. 15-16
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5 Things

5 Things You Need to Know: April 6, 2012
5 Things You Need to Know Today: April 5, 2012
5 Things You Need to Know Today: April 4, 2012
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Rescue Pet of the Week

Loving Pomeranian Mix Looking for Forever Home
Tiny Bundle of Joy Needs a Home
Special Dog with Special Needs Looking For a Home
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Rescue Dog of the Week

Lovable Coonhound-Lab-Boxer Mix Ready for Adoption
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The Sports Page

Northview Boys Lacrosse Team Victorious Over Milton
Hady Scores Two Goals to Lead Chattahoochee Boys to Win Over Northview
Hooch Hangs On for Win in One-Point Thriller
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Citizen Watch

By Janet Shan
Public Hearings on Property Taxes Begin Today
Arts Community May Get Boost from City
Johns Creek Exploring Election Alternatives
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Minding Our Business

By Connie Mayberry
A Yearly Do-Over
What Does Charity Mean to You?
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Patch Rewind

Week in Review: 'Pinch Hitters,' Grandparents and Bond Referendum
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Johns Creek Jobs Alert

By Julie Paulk
Local Job Alert: Blue Dangles, McDonalds Hiring
Tax Experts, Sales Reps Needed
Tutors, Sales Consultants Needed
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Daily PatchCast

Patchcast: MUST to Deliver 1,500 Meals; Candidates Talk Key Issues
Patchcast: BridgeMill Victim's Ex Wanted; Animal Shelter 'Desperate' for Space
Patchcast: Woman Charged After Drowning Deaths; BOE Member Ordered to Court
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Viewfinder

Johns Creek Fire Department Hosts Safety Day
Walking Like MADD in Johns Creek
Taste Of Johns Creek Raises Funds for the Hooch
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Get Out

Get Ready to Celebrate Earth Month
Golf Tourneys, Wine Tasting, Yard Sale on Tap This Week
Chili Cook-Off, St. Paddy's Celebrations on Tap This Weekend
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House Hunt

This Week's Real Estate Picks in Johns Creek
This Week's Real Estate Picks in Johns Creek
This Week's Real Estate Picks in Johns Creek
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Patch Picks

Go All-Natural for Spring Break
Patch's Picks for Fabulous Spas
Patch's Picks for St. Paddy's Celebrations
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Bites Nearby

Dine Out- Asian Style
This Week's Dining Spotlight: Roam Cafe
This Week's Dining Spotlight: Essex Bagels
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Frugal Family

By Janet Shan
Have We Got Some Deals For You
Frugal Family Finds Deal for Electrical Work Exclusive to Patch Readers
Need Electrical Work? We Found a Deal For You
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Grab & Go Kids Planner

Nature, LIbrary Celebration and Baseball in This Week's Kids Planner
Library Fun Day, Clay Classes Will Entertain, Educate the Kiddies
Kick the Air, Paint Some Colors, Hook a Fish
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Wednesday's Whiz Kid

This Week's Whiz Kids Earn Trip to D.C.
Meet Emily Guo, This Week's Whiz Kid
Math Champions
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Moms Talk

By Melanie Fleury
How Do You Do It?
Kids Are In School, What's On TV?
Giving Back on 9/11
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The Great Escape

By Sheryl Schapiro
Celebrate Theater Opening and Shakespeare's Birthday
Alone & Al Fresco
Let's Steal Away
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House Hunt

House Hunt: Open House on Waters Mill Drive
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Letter to the Editor

Resident Frustrated With McGinnis-Ferry Roadwork
‘Johns Creek Citizens Snubbed’
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Cooking With Carol

By Carol Frey
Personal Chef Shares Two Favorite Recipes
A Dish That Everyone Loves: Mac & Cheese
Serve Some Pork Tacos Fresh From the Grill
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Creekside Journal

By Randy Wyles
Fatherhood is About Responsibility
Freedom Comes at a Steep Price
The Probing
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Road Trippin’

Head to the High Ground: Highlands, NC
Mount Airy, NC, Where You Ain't Just Whistlin' Dixie
The Lure of the Lake Beneath the Chimney Rock
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Kitchen Confidential

The Fickle Pickle's Andy Badgett Reveals Menu Favorites
Table & Main Chef Ted Lahey Shares Favorite Recipes
Little Alley Steak's Chef Bob McDonough Shares Menu Favorites
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The Neighborhood Files

Rivermont Celebrates Park Certification
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News Nearby

Former PTA Treasurer Arrested for Theft from Schools; Man Shoots at Police During Car Chase
Reese Witherspoon Arrested in Buckhead; Recycling Plant Catches Fire Near Ga. Tech
Alpharetta Woman Charged With Murder; Rabies Reported in Forsyth
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This Inspiring Story Brought to You by Grape-Nuts

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Laura Whitaker Helps Special-Needs Kids at Extra Special People
Teenager 'Inspires Selfless Service through Mentorship'
Flesh-Eating Bacteria Survivor Aimee Copeland's Goal: Helping Others
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