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Devour sweets galore at the Great American Baking Contest.

And the winner is…

by Anna Harms | Jezebel magazine | February 17, 2012

Buckhead Restaurant Week and the Great American Baking Contest just happen to coincide with the Academy Awards—and we totally approve. Root for your favorite celebs and local eats with this delicious trio.

Dine on a Dime
Shake things up Feb. 25–March 4 with delectable dishes from 35 of Buckhead’s tastiest restaurants during Buckhead Restaurant Week. Revisit your go-to spots and discover new faves—like Ocean Prime and Latitude—at irresistible prices. Enjoy a three-course meal for just $25 or $35. Bon appétit! brwatlanta.com

The Main Event
Mimic the celebs when wining and dining at Atlanta’s only official Oscar viewing party on Feb. 26 at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Keep your fingers crossed for wins by Hollywood’s hottest, like the legendary George Clooney and newbie Mara Rooney. Watch as Best Picture is announced while enjoying dinner, auctions, live music and dancing. Proceeds benefit The Center for Family Resources. The night begins at 7pm. Tickets are $30. 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, 770.428.2601, atlantaredcarpet.com

Sweet Tooth… Satisfied
Gear up your taste buds for a confectionary competition (plus wine and other desserts!) like no other at the Great American Baking Contest on Feb. 29. Held at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts Atlanta, the contest features goodies concocted by chefs of all levels; gobble up the goodness. Proceeds benefit Share Our Strength, an organization devoted to ending child hunger. Tickets start at $35. 1927 Lakeside Parkway, Tucker, strength.org/bakingcontest