15 Gifts for the Modern Southern Belle

Gift-giving is a vital part of the holidays in the South, and there is an unspoken art that separates the masterful gift-givers from the gifting lightweights. Our Gift Guide for […]

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15 Gifts for the Modern Southern Gentleman

Finding the perfect gift for the southern gentleman on your list is no simple feat. Sifting through the typical go-tos can seem repetitive and unimpressive. Luckily, we have put together […]

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Magnolia Point brings beachside nostalgia to Birmingham

Magnolia Point, the latest dining concept by Alabama restaurant mogul Nick Pihakis, brings the beach to Birmingham in a historic setting. The new full-service eatery and bar by the Pihakis […]

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The vision behind Tuscaloosa’s exclusive lake experience

Last month, a new experience opened on Lake Tuscaloosa. The vision of renowned photographer and entrepreneur Miller Mobley and his development partners Andy Turner and Kenny Short, and the dedicated […]

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Alabama’s Oyster Revival: Restoring the bounty at Cedar Point Beach

While the Gulf Coast produces some of the nation’s best oysters, the southern staple is becoming a rare delicacy due to its population decline over the last 70 years. This environmental restoration project will reinvigorate oyster reefs at Cedar Point Beach.

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A Man About Town: How to cultivate your personal style

The problem isn’t necessarily that you have nothing to wear, but that you have nothing you like to wear. This happens when you shop without your personal style in mind. And it can change with each season. We have all been there and out of all of the choices, nothing feels like you.

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Andiamo Lodge offers a rustic-luxe stay in Mentone

When it comes to Southern mountain towns, Alabama isn’t always first to come to mind. While places like Asheville, North Carolina; Gatlinburg, Tennessee; and the Blue Ridge mountains snatch up the vast majority of visitors each year, the tiny northeast Alabama town of Mentone (with a population of just over 300) may be the South’s best-kept secret. At least that’s what Colleen Duffley and Steve Carpenter thought when they purchased a cabin on Mentone’s Little River in 2020. 

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Ranburne family turns dairy farm into plant nursery, café, and community space

In east Alabama, just miles from the Georgia border, is the tiny town of Ranburne. The community of fewer than 500 isn’t known by many outside of Cleburne County, but in March of 2020 local couple Taylor and Cole Gibbs gave Alabamians a reason to take notice. They opened the Barn of Blooms. a plant nursery and community gathering space selling everything from seeds to shade trees—all grown by local farmers. 

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3 beautiful places to golf in North Alabama

North Alabama’s golfing community is one of vibrance and variety. With such a beautiful landscape serving as the backdrop to these greens, it can be easy to get lost in the environment and shank your shot for par into the majestic forests in the distance. When the time comes to set a tee-time this summer, here are a few North Alabama courses to take a swing at.

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Four Alabama restaurants and chefs honored as James Beard award semifinalists

Alabama continues a remarkable run in this year’s James Beard Awards, which are considered the country’s top culinary honors. For each of the last 14 awards, multiple chefs, restaurants, and drink programs from the Yellowhammer State have been in the running, including four this year.

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Following in the footsteps of a backroads explorer

In addition to finding within these North Alabama destinations some of the most beautiful places in the world to photograph Fall foliage, I also discovered a few things about myself. I cherished the peaceful solitude of an unfamiliar dirt road just outside of Double Springs and the sound of rustling leaves as a gentle breeze filled the forest in Bankhead National Forest.

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The history behind one of Birmingham’s most iconic landmarks

On a clear day in downtown Birmingham, passersby can spot a certain futuristic white building looking out over the city. For many Birmingham residents, this is a well-known city landmark […]

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Moments in the Mountains: A fall guide to 24 hours in Mentone, Alabama

Fall in Alabama is always a fan favorite. With ideal temperatures and the holiday season in sight, the fall feeling is palpable across the state. One of the best ways […]

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Discovering Decatur: A hidden architectural gem in the heart of the South

Think of North Alabama, and you’ll likely think of the booming, brilliant metropolis of Huntsville, widely known for its aerospace industries and military technology. Or, you music-types may conjure images […]

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Homegrown Harmonies: 3 Alabama bands to add to your fall playlist

With summer coming to an end and the temperatures beginning to drop, Alabamians can start preparing for indoor activities. While you are spending time with family or hosting your friends, […]

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