Late winter yields some of nature’s way to add some sunshine and uplifting flavors into a typically dreary and overcast part of the year, citrus! When citrus season hits its […]

Winter in Alabama has a way of keeping us guessing. Just when the afternoons start to feel like spring, another cold snap rolls through and reminds us March hasn’t quite […]

You might already know Vecchia Pizzeria & Mercato, a staple in Hoover since opening in 2014 — the kind of place that smells like warm dough and simmering sauce as […]

When David Silverstein talks about The Pizitz, the pride in his voice is unmistakable. It’s there in the way he recalls the building’s long and winding narrative arc–from retail anchor, […]

If you’re reading this and haven’t made a Valentine’s Day reservation, there’s a good chance the window has closed. The dining room tables are likely spoken for, and the prix-fixe […]

This February, The Pizitz Food Hall is giving Birmingham plenty of reasons to step away from the desk and rediscover lunch downtown. With crave-worthy featured menu items from its diverse […]

When Forbes recently named TJ Gamble one of the most influential figures in American whiskey, it caught the attention of an industry dominated by legacy brands and traditional power players. […]

Cold weather pairs with warm food—it’s a natural law, right up there with gravity and inertia. Short days and chilly nights call for places that offer more than a meal: […]

Walking into Ben’s Bread feels like settling into a grandmother’s kitchen: it radiates cozy. Some customers chat with each other as they eat sourdough croissants on lush couches by a […]

There’s something deeply comforting about a bowl of creamy soup, especially when it’s made from simple, roasted vegetables and doesn’t rely on dairy to feel indulgent. This Dairy-Free Creamy Roasted […]

Crimson Dynasty, the Napa Valley-crafted wine label rooted in Alabama pride and tradition, has officially begun shipping its much-anticipated 2024 Chardonnay. The new release expands the brand’s growing portfolio and […]

If you’re looking for Las Floriditas in downtown Mobile, you might not find it right away. The first thing you’ll notice is the giant Moon Pie on top of the […]

While I have plenty of family from The Gulf Coast who I’ve enjoyed a basket of crab claws with, I’m hesitant to admit that I never tried West Indies Salad […]

When The Noble South opened its doors in downtown Mobile in May of 2014, chef Chris Rainosek wasn’t chasing awards or accolades. He was chasing relationships with trusted farmers, quality […]

For many Alabamians, New Year’s Eve is less about countdowns and more about a memorable meal. Across the state, chefs are marking the end of 2025 with thoughtfully crafted prix […]

Whether you call them Deviled Eggs, Jesus Eggs, Angel Eggs, or Doubled Eggs (what my son calls them), these creamy, tangy, and irresistibly nostalgic eggs are the kind of dish […]

At the Grand Hotel in Point Clear, Alabama, tradition shows up most clearly at the table. Long before trends and reinventions, the kitchen focused on well-made Southern classics meant to […]

The month of December calls for a special celebration – time to celebrate what the past year held, and look forward to the newness that 2026 will bring. It’s also […]

For many of us, meals carry memory—from family recipes passed down through generations, to dishes we expect at every gathering. For Chef Bill Briand, that feeling became the inspiration for […]

One of my earliest connections to Southern food was in my great-grandmother’s kitchen, on a chicken farm in rural Alabama. We’d make the drive up from Birmingham and arrive in […]

In a Southern food landscape overflowing with chicken joints, Waldo’s Chicken & Beer has broken through the noise and built a steady following. Behind the fast-growing brand is founder Mark […]