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Warm and Welcoming Terrace Café Offers All-Day Dining Monday through Saturday By Amy Rogers Photos by Ray Sepesy THINK OF A TERRACE, AND A COMFORTABLE GATHERING PLACE may come to mind. Some are modern spaces in cities, others are rustic spots farther off the beaten path. But the best of these offer a sense of both, enhanced by hospitality. And that's what Terrace Café does so successfully, while offering creative interpretations of traditional American and Southern cuisine. The cafe is open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner, but fans of the weekend brunch continue to make it the most popular meal. Diners can choose their favorite combinations from dozens of main dishes and side items, and seasonal specials are as varied as oysters benedict and duck frittata. Lemon poppy seed French toast was introduced not long ago. With its lemon-curd drizzle and fresh berries, this tasty new take on a perennial breakfast favorite is rapidly becoming a choice among regulars. Specialty Drinks Mixologists have a full bar at their disposal to create a variety of specialty cocktails and "mocktails." For a morning eye-opener, the Sunshine Cocktail is a dressed-up version of a classic mimosa. It's a sparkling combination of champagne, liqueurs and fruit juices, and it's always in demand. For coffee lovers, the London Latte has toffee, vanilla and macadamia flavors. The Biscotti Latte, with hints of hazelnut and amaretto, can be made with or without alcohol for a nice change from everyday coffee. There are drink specials each day, too. The restaurant serves continuously throughout the day, which pleases guests who want a late lunch or early dinner on their way to the adjacent theater or shopping in Ballantyne Village. Seasonal specials are as varied as oysters benedict and duck frittata. Mixologists have a full bar at their disposal to create a variety of specialty cocktails and "mocktails." Right: The restaurant's bar offers daily drink specials and a variety of lattes and other coffee choices. Left: The turkey sandwich features tender meat, caramelized onions, mushrooms, bacon and Swiss cheese. BALLANTYNE MAGAZINE 65 FALL 2014