Dinner in Atlanta.

Damn, that War Eagle appetizer was mighty tasty. I ordered it flash-fried, but the slow-roasted bird was surprisingly satisfying. I loved the way Chef Greg and the kitchen staff finished it off.

Now I'm ready for the main course. So many good choices in the ATL. I recommend La Maison de Deion.

Healthy appetite? Try the Swamp & Stomp (that's fried gator tail with a squashed T-Bone). That's what Terrence ordered, the Swamp & Stomp for Two. 

Wine? I'll be having the 1992 Frere Oliver (a truly memorable red). If you are a Gator fan, try a bottle or three of Rip Van Dunlap, then drive back to Gainesville. Right after I call the Georgia Highway Patrol. 

Those French chefs,  you've got to watch 'em. Deion is always trying to slip some snails, stomach, pancreas or something onto your plate. Just be careful. If you are partial to escargot, tripe and sweetbreads and willing to take a chance, you might like the Globes Oculaires de Bouledogue (bulldog eyeballs). Deion put those on the menu for the Florida fans hitting town this weekend.  They are fresh-gouged.

If you want to eat cheap, Florida's QB will be serving fishes and loaves at the Georgia Dome. And here's a great tip... if you want to catch a buzz during the game. Just buy a couple of bottled waters. Superman will turn those into wine for you, no charge. 

If you clean your plate, you get to have some of this for dessert:

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Here's a great analysis by Ivan Maisel of ESPN.com

I thought the picture below was funny. My buddy T-Bone (no relation to the Chosen One) said it might make him root for the Gators. Almost, but not really.

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