The Georgia Restaurant Association and the Georgia Department of Economic Development have partnered together to create the first ever Georgia Restaurant Week. This inaugural seven day culinary event is aimed at increasing awareness about Georgia’s culinary scene and highlighting the state’s unique and varied dining options.

Georgia Restaurant Week will take place July 13-19, 2015 at participating restaurants throughout Georgia and is sponsored by Comcast Business, Flavors Magazine and Split. The event will showcase Georgia’s restaurants to consumers and attract new visitors through culinary tourism. During this week-long event, patrons, both local and from out of state, will be able to explore the numerous dining options throughout Georgia for a set price and experience the local Georgia products that are available in Georgia’s restaurants.

“Restaurants play a key role for driving tourism and Georgia’s restaurants exhibit some of the best dining establishments that you can find in the country,” said GRA Executive Director Karen Bremer. “Through the GRA’s partnership with GDEcD, Georgia Restaurant Week will inspire diners to experience the exceptional dining that is available throughout Georgia and will showcase Georgia’s thriving culinary scene to visitors near and far.”

Leading up to the event, patrons will be able to view menu options, price details and make reservations online. Additionally, guests and participating restaurants can stay engaged and share their experiences via social media using hashtag #GARestaurantWeek on Explore Georgia’s various social media outlets.

All restaurants throughout Georgia are encouraged to participate in this highly anticipated event. For more information on Georgia Restaurant Week and to sign up your restaurant to participate, please visit www.garestaurantweek.com.