Browse exclusive SoulGrown stories about the flavors and libations of Alabama's cuisine
On Saturday, July 25, Sweet Grown Alabama Day returns for its annual celebration of the farmers, fishermen, foresters, and producers who help feed communities across the state.

July 17, 2026
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 […]

July 14, 2026
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.

July 9, 2026
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, […]

July 9, 2026
Whether they’ve been serving their communities for decades or have become local favorites more recently, these Alabama barbecue joints deserve a spot on any barbecue lover’s list.

July 7, 2026
What began as conversations between friends who share a love for Lake Martin has become a new beer inspired by one of Alabama’s most beloved destinations.

July 3, 2026
Whether you’re planning meals around the farmers market or simply looking to eat more seasonally, here’s a guide to some of Alabama’s freshest summer crops and the nutritional benefits they bring to the table.

June 29, 2026
Alabama’s newest tourism trail invites visitors to explore the people, places, and traditions behind the state’s catfish culture.

June 29, 2026
At La Fête, Chef Kristen Hall lets seasonal ingredients set the menu—and a simple French classic shows exactly why.

June 11, 2026
Standing along the waters of Bayou La Batre, it is easy to understand what is at stake. The bay supports oyster farms, commercial fishermen, and countless coastal species. It fuels […]

June 10, 2026
From rehearsal dinners to receptions and everything in between, restaurants offer something traditional venues often can’t: a space that already feels like somewhere.

June 10, 2026
If you’re hoping to make a few sweet memories this season, there are plenty of places across Alabama where you can grab a bucket and head into the blueberry rows.

June 8, 2026
La MoreliAna Bakery is preparing to open at The Pizitz Food Hall, bringing its authentic Mexican pastries and sweets to a permanent home in downtown Birmingham.

June 4, 2026
This beloved downtown Enterprise creamery has been named Best Ice Cream Parlor in Alabama by Guide to Alabama for the second consecutive year—a back-to-back honor that speaks as much to the community surrounding it as the handcrafted ice cream coming out of it.

June 4, 2026
There is exactly one teaching restaurant on earth with a master sommelier in residence. It’s in Auburn, Alabama—and the man behind that distinction is Thomas Price, the first African American to earn the title of master sommelier.

June 2, 2026
For the third consecutive year, a small pizzeria in Madison, Alabama has walked into a room full of New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles restaurants—and walked out with a top ranking.

June 1, 2026
Birmingham’s La Fête has always felt like a love letter to France—and this July, its chef is taking that letter all the way to New York.

June 1, 2026
There’s a small storefront on 25th Street North in Birmingham where the pastries don’t last long. Most mornings, the croissants are gone before most people have finished their first cup of coffee. If you’ve been lucky enough to snag one, you already know why.

May 28, 2026
Through Bitty’s Living Kitchen, Kimberly McNair Brock’s plant-based food and wellness company, she has spent years turning grief into purpose and food into medicine.

May 27, 2026