Carving a legacy: the story of The Son of a Butcher

On a bustling Saturday morning, just around the corner from The Market at Pepper Place, shoppers drift in and out under the striped awning of The Son of a Butcher. […]

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Recipe: Sweet Southern Harvest Bowl

Sweet Southern Harvest Bowl Roasted Sweet Potato & Kale Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette This Sweet Southern Harvest bowl is full of nutritious ingredients with heart-healthy fats and fiber. You […]

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Chef Chris Melville is committed to community at Dyron’s Lowcountry

It’s midday, and the kitchen at Dyron’s Lowcountry is buzzing with movement. The front doors won’t open for guests for another four hours, but the preparations are set in motion […]

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ANNOUNCING: 2025 Soul of the South Winners nominated by Alabama greats

Alabama’s third annual Soul of the South Awards, hosted by SoulGrown celebrates a new wave of talent making our sate proud in 11 categories.

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Meet the talented Alabama woodworker behind Chisel & Wood

Through Chisel & Wood, Zach Burandt is bringing both an impeccable eye and impressive talent for creating timeless furniture to Alabama. In his woodworking studio near Lake Martin, Zach carefully […]

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Michelin Prediction Guide: Our top local picks for the prestigious honor

The Michelin Guide, the prestigious series of guidebooks that rate restaurants around the world, is finally coming to sweet home Alabama.  Last month, the Michelin Guide publishers announced that they […]

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Acclaimed Alabama designer Heidi Elnora launches fun and fearless new brand

Alabama-based designer Heidi Elnora is no stranger to excitement. Her awe-inspiring background paints a clear picture of her passion and enthusiasm for life. Her story began at Savannah College of […]

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The rebirth of Pat Dye’s Crooked Oaks in Notasulga, Alabama, is underway

The first time N.L. Hart drove through the gate at Crooked Oaks, past stands of Japanese maples, a tranquil pond and a wide-open, big-sky horse pasture, her mind raced with ideas […]

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A local’s guide to the ultimate Birmingham pastry crawl

It’s a chilly and overcast morning in the Magic City, and I’m on a mission to find the best pastry in Birmingham. I will be the first to admit that […]

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An inside look at Dothan’s 10th annual Mardi Gras parade

The city of Dothan witnessed a vibrant celebration on Saturday, March 1, as the Krewe of Kolosse (KOK) hosted its landmark 10th annual Mardi Gras Parade. This highly anticipated event, […]

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