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Meet the French baker bringing a taste of home to Alabama

When Isabelle De France moved from France to Alabama, she did not expect that baking would become the bridge between the two places she now calls home. What began as […]

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How to spend 48 hours in Mobile, Alabama

There are few places in Alabama where history, architecture, and coastal cuisine come together as naturally as they do in Mobile. As Alabama’s oldest city, Mobile wears its history lightly, […]

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Shopping in Mountain Brook

SoulGrown Roundup: this week across Alabama (July 13-19)

From colorful hot air balloons and historic ghost hunts to local shopping, Gulf Coast traditions and one-of-a-kind cultural experiences, this weekend is full of opportunities to explore a different side of Alabama.

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The best frozen drinks in Birmingham to help you beat the heat

Whether you’re in the mood for a margarita, a tropical mocktail, or a blended coffee drink, these frozen favorites across Birmingham deserve a spot on your summer bucket list.

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Mary Fehr’s new exhibit celebrates the people behind Birmingham’s restaurants

What makes a restaurant unforgettable? The food, certainly; but more often, it’s the people. The ones who greet you at the door, who work tirelessly on prep in the kitchen, […]

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Full Moon Bar-B-Que is giving away 500 backpacks to Alabama students

As families across Alabama begin checking off back-to-school shopping lists, Full Moon Bar-B-Que is once again inviting the community to help make the start of the school year a little brighter for children in need.

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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

Last Call croissants

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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