Treehouse

You would think that by my 6th year in Atlanta I would have gone to Treehouse by now (in Peachtree Hills).  And maybe the middle of the Atlanta summer isn't the best time to sit outside but they had great fans, and good healthy food.  There were a lot of healthy options on the menu so I may even need to make a second trip.  I will say, we got there a little earlier but at around 9 on the weekends it becomes a scene so make sure to get there early if you want a good table.

My Order:
- Tequilla-Lime Hummus to share (sub fresh veggies for the pita chips)
- Grilled Salmon Sandwich w/ Avocado (no wasabi-mayo, sub white bread with whole wheat)
- Side salad w/ Cilantro-Lime vinaigrette
Optional Cocktail - Glass of Pinot Grigio

Not the best picture I've ever taken but it was yummy!

 xo,
zo

Top Flr

Ah the group dinner. It's always so dang hard to stick to healthy eating when everyone around you is getting duck confit pizza or deliciously gooey mac & cheese.  But, if you're motivated enough (oh I dunno, by having to fit into a teeny bikini in Miami next weekend) it's not that difficult, especially at Top Flr.

I love this little place. The food is not super expensive. There are a ton of healthy and vegetarian options. They have good sized portions and really wonderful cocktails. It's really the perfect local restaurant. The downstairs bar is kinda dark or you can cozy up at a corner table and sip on unique cocktails or old standards. This is a great Atlanta date spot if you're looking for a place to help you seal the deal.

My Order:

• Red & Golden Beets, Chevre, Pecans and Orange Vinaigrette (ask for this on the side)
• Tuna Tartar, Sardinian Flat bread (a really thin cracker), Thai Miso Pesto, Avocado and Lime Aioli (make sure you ask for light aioli)
• Optional Cocktail: Lillet on Ice
  

Beets are an antioxident, anti-inflamitory and support detoxification &
Tuna has natural Omega 3's - Super Heart Healthy.

1 ounce of Lillet is only 20 Calories!

Other Options:
-  White Bean Hummus
-  Orange-Apple Tofu, Baby Bok Choy, Japanese Eggplant Miso


XO,
zo

The Porter Beer Bar

For a place that is known for it's bar food (and 430 beers) The Porter has a few interesting and organic options for the healthy eater.  I will say, it's pretty difficult ordering healthy when everyone around you is chowing down on 1/2 pound cheeseburgers, buffalo shrimp po-boys and herb & garlic oil french fries (I may have accidentally tried a few fries and they were pretty damn awesome). That being said, I read a quote (can't remember where) that came to mind as I was contemplating my order. "Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels." Not sure if I actually believe that but it does make you think before you order a side of fries.

My Order:
-  Organic Black Bean Burger made with quinoa (I ate the burger sans bun and no pickled onion, oh and just added a little of the feta).
-  Organic Arugula Salad (get the dressing on the side)
-  Beer: Ace Pear Cider (155 calories)

xo,
zo