Eating With Erica Supper Club: Little Sparrow
An intimate autumn evening at Ford Fry’s Little Sparrow, with real estate voice Glennda Baker at the table
Inside an intimate evening with Glennda Baker, exceptional cuisine, and meaningful conversation in the heart of Atlanta.
Some dinners are about the menu. Others are about the people around the table—and our Eating With Erica Supper Club evening at Little Sparrow was very much both. I brought together a room of accomplished women for a night built around business, storytelling, and the kind of conversation you can’t have just anywhere, led by one of Atlanta’s most recognizable voices: real estate broker and entrepreneur Glennda Baker.
The Voice of Real Estate: Glennda Baker
Known affectionately as “The Voice of Real Estate,” Glennda Baker is one of Atlanta’s most recognized and respected figures in the industry. A nationally celebrated residential real estate broker—and one of Newsweek’s America’s Best Agents—Glennda has built her brand on authenticity, expertise, and heart.
You’ve probably seen her online, captivating millions with storytelling, humor, and hard-won lessons from decades in real estate. But beyond the viral moments, Glennda embodies real leadership: she shows up with generosity, grace, and grit.
“Influence isn’t about competition—it’s about connection,” Glennda told the room—and it set the tone for everything that followed.
The Setting: Little Sparrow, Atlanta
Tucked into Atlanta’s Westside, Little Sparrow feels like a well-kept secret. Rich wood-paneled walls, vintage mirrors, and soft, moody lighting create an atmosphere that’s intimate and elegant without ever trying too hard.
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The restaurant’s refined approach to hospitality—graceful service, thoughtful pacing, and impeccable detail—mirrors everything the Supper Club stands for: connection through careful curation.
Valet parking is a small touch that makes a big difference, letting guests arrive relaxed and ready to settle into the evening.
The Tablescape: Autumn Elegance
Candlelight and seasonal florals turned Little Sparrow’s private dining room into an autumnal haven. Little Sparrow gave us the moody, intimate backdrop; the florals, candlelight, and the table itself were our Supper Club production for the evening. Against the dark walls and soft drapery, the long table became its own kind of symphony—elegant, warm, and deeply inviting.
Every setting was composed with intention: ivory linens, gold-rimmed china, crystal stemware, and handwritten name cards. Blush and rust-toned roses, ranunculus, dahlias, and foraged foliage spilled organically from golden vessels, catching fall’s full palette. Candlelight flickered across the glass and gold, casting the kind of soft, flattering glow that turns conversation into real connection.
“When you create a table like this,” Erica shared, “you’re not just setting a scene—you’re setting an emotion. The goal is to make people feel seen, comfortable, and part of something beautiful.”
It was a perfect reflection of autumn’s palette and the Supper Club’s purpose: to gather extraordinary women around extraordinary tables.
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Why You Should Visit Little Sparrow
Visiting Little Sparrow is more than just a meal—it’s an experience for the senses. Here’s why this Atlanta gem deserves a spot on your must-visit list:
Lessons from Glennda Baker
Glennda brought her trademark brilliance and authenticity to the table. Her storytelling offered insights on business, brand, and leadership.
What We Ordered
Little Sparrow served us a French-inspired menu built for lingering. We opened with warm bread service—levain baguette, good butter, and Maldon salt—then a bright crudo of market fish with lemon, fennel, and olive oil. The Salade Maison followed, dressed simply with vinaigrette and aged cheese. For the main, guests chose between halibut with salsa verde and Little Sparrow’s dry-aged beef burger, with crispy frites and roasted cauliflower alongside. Dessert was the restaurant’s signature Basque cheesecake—the kind of finish worth saving room for.
The standouts: the crudo for its clean, bright start, the burger for pure comfort, and that Basque cheesecake to close. Each course arrived at an easy, unhurried pace, so the conversation never had to stop for the food.
Wine Pairings
- Luscious: Croix & Courbet ‘Savadonnay’ Côtes du Jura 2022
- Candid: Smockshop Band Pinot Gris, Columbia Gorge 2022
- Bold: Walter Scott ‘Cuvée Ruth’ Pinot Noir 2023
- Developing: Belle Pente Pinot Noir 2021
Service was attentive, knowledgeable, and gracious, ensuring every sip, bite, and conversation felt effortless and memorable.
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The Energy
As the candles burned low, the laughter rose higher. Guests traded stories, exchanged cards, and made promises to reconnect. Everyone left a little lighter, a little more inspired, and a lot more themselves—exactly what the Atlanta Supper Club is all about: beautiful spaces, thoughtful food, and the quiet magic that happens when women gather with intention.
Learn About The Eating With Erica Supper Club
A night like this is exactly what the Eating With Erica Supper Club is built to deliver: a seat across from women like Glennda Baker, a chef-driven meal and thoughtful wine, a private room styled with intention, and friendships that deepen over evenings shared again and again. We host chapters in Atlanta and West Palm Beach. Interested in conversation, community and connection? Learn more about the Eating With Erica Supper Club.
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If you would like to see more of our gatherings, revisit our Michelin-starred evening at Bacchanalia, our evening with Chef Kevin Gillespie at Nàdair and our evening at the Four Seasons Atlanta. Interested in conversation, community and connection? Learn more about the Eating With Erica Supper Club.
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Read Now →Make Your Reservation at Little Sparrow
If you have not visited Little Sparrow, it is well worth a reservation. The dining room is warm and intimate, the menu is French at heart, and the service makes it easy to linger.
Gather a few friends, order for the table, and stay awhile. Thank you to the entire Little Sparrow team for hosting the Eating With Erica Supper Club so warmly, and to Glennda Baker for joining us at the table.
Eating With Erica is a digital media platform focused on culinary hospitality, celebrating the restaurants, tables and gatherings that bring people together. Founded in Atlanta in 2013, it is home to the invitation-only Eating With Erica Supper Club and How to Host.
