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 […]

What may come as a shock to those outside of the distinct world of Alabama restaurants, bars, and coffee shops, has come as welcome news to locals. Four Alabama coffee […]

There’s an old adage that applies to lawyers, gas stations and restaurants that might seem counterintuitive— if you’re the only option in town you’ll go broke – but if you […]

Alabama seasons come and go on a whim. Some years, summer and winter linger forever, while spring and fall only visit a few brief days. This January, winter decided to […]

The Alabama Sweet Tea Company announced an exciting new product on Friday, January 24. Their famous Southern-style sweet tea is now available in 16-ounce cans! This Alabama-based company is thrilled […]

Plenty has changed in the 25 years since Daniel Briggs and a partner opened Daniel George restaurant in Mountain Brook Village. Then, eateries were a rarity in the neighborhood, now […]

Mentone may be a small North Alabama town—home to a population of only 325—but there is nothing small about the impact the small mountain community has on those who visit. […]

Food may not be the first thing that comes to mind for the two days when the calendar changes from one year to the next. Fireworks and football are on […]

The holiday festivities are over and you’re faced with a kitchen full of leftovers. You’re tired of the same plate of turkey and dressing. Before you send the rest of […]

If your gift list includes some Christmas spirits, Alabama distillers produce tipples for most every taste. From Huntsville to Atmore, Alabamians craft vodkas and gins from grain, and distill rums […]

At Salud Taqueria, the Mendez family brings the flavors of street fare in southern Mexico to Birmingham’s downtown restaurant district. Salud is not the type of Mexican restaurant familiar to […]

Barbecue in Morgan County is more than a meal—it’s a tradition. Rooted in the slow-cooking techniques passed down through generations, the local style emphasizes tender, flavorful meats cooked over wood […]

“It’s unlike anything else,” she whispers, turning her head to make sure she isn’t caught. Under the noise of the presentation, I lean in to catch her next words, curious […]

The roster of restaurants and watering holes continues to grow in metro Birmingham, with the latest establishments offering prime steaks, top-shelf bourbons, regional Chinese fare, and fast-casual favorites. Here is […]

It’s a crisp fall evening at Cerulean Park in WaterColor, Florida, and guests have gathered under the tent’s twinkling lights to sip and savor wines from over a dozen vineyards […]

Common Bond Brewers, located in the old Lowe’s Auto Body Shop on Bibb St in Montgomery, AL, is striving to be the #1 craft beer in the state of Alabama. […]

Surf Hound, the latest concept from the deliciously creative mind of restaurateur Abhishek “Abhi” Sainju, evokes the flavors and vibes at his favorite beaches along the Gulf of Mexico and […]

Birmingham’s bounty of celebrated chefs has helped build a strong eat-local ethos, inspiring one of the state’s premier creameries to collaborate with Alabama food figures to create limited-time treats through […]

The Iron City’s versatile food scene enjoys a nice bit of spicing up with the Cajun-inspired flavors of The Rougaroux restaurant in downtown Birmingham. Opened in 2017, the original location […]

Dia de los Muertos, the Mexican celebration when the dead are believed to come back for a visit, is marked with ofrenda altars, traditional music, folkloric dance, and a ceremonial […]

The newest dish at Helen, the lauded Southern grill in downtown Birmingham, embodies chef-owner Rob McDaniel’s dedication to serving the best seasonal ingredients he can find, sourced as locally as […]