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Food & Drink
Photo courtesy The Market at Pepper Place.
Farmers market picks up speed during pandemic
The Market at Pepper Place will continue to do the drive-through market through the summer and into the fall, Sloss-Corra said, and then will reevaluate its response to the pandemic for the next season. Read more
Jun 24, 2020
1:46 PM
Photo by Lexi Coon.
Mile End Deli closing permanently, Hero Doughnuts to move in
Mile End Deli is closing permanently, the restaurant announced in a Facebook post. Hero Doughnuts and Buns — which is in the same restaurant group as Mile End — will soon open in the space. Read more
Mar 23, 2020
10:42 AM
Photo courtesy Community Grief Support Services.
A combo for foodies: Nonprofits offer combo ticket for Gumbo Gala and Magic City Mac N’ Cheese Festival
This year, the two nonprofits are partnering to help drive attendees to both events. They’re offering a combo ticket to both fundraisers for $30. Read more
Mar 18, 2020
1:16 PM
Photos by Erin Nelson.
Food the Nepalese way: Former Chai Market owners regroup after fire, open Yummefy Asian Restaurant
This summer Sam and Rose Pokhrel opened a brand-new business, Yummefy Asian Restaurant, at the opposite end of the same block in The Waites development at Seventh Avenue South and Richard Arrington Jr Boulevard. Read more
Dec 18, 2019
9:17 AM
Photo by Erin Nelson.
A little bit of Cuba: At the lush Cayo Coco Rum Bar, patrons are ‘transported’ to colorful 1940s Havana
Cayo Coco features a lush interior with a Cuban feel and a menu that offers the rich flavors of the Caribbean. Read more
Oct 16, 2019
9:02 AM
A ‘big kitchen’ with tropical vibe
They’re reopening The Thirsty Donkey in Avondale in a space previously occupied by another eatery, Rowe’s Filling Station. At press time, they planned to open in early July. Read more
Jun 19, 2019
9:18 AM
Photo by Jon Anderson.
Feline lover finds ‘purr-fect’ spot for cat cafe in Avondale
There are people who love cats, and then there are people who love cats so much they’re willing to pay for the privilege of petting them. Read more
Mar 20, 2019
11:00 AM
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Back in business: An expanded Trattoria ZaZa returns after renovation with its classic dishes
It’s been just over 10 years since Ohio natives and childhood friends Brian Somershield and Geoff Lockert opened their fast-casual Italian eatery, ZaZa Trattoria, in the Frank Nelson Building downtown. Read more
Sep 23, 2019
10:19 AM
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Double-decker delight: Little London Kitchen serves English fare in iconic red bus
If you follow the red double-decker bus to its resting place for the night, you’ll find food from more than 4,000 miles away at the Little London Kitchen, owned by Matthew and Bea Morrissette. Read more
Sep 4, 2019
10:14 AM
Staff photos.
Culinary celebration encourages exploration of Birmingham’s best eats
The 10th annual Birmingham Restaurant Week will be Friday, Aug. 16, through Sunday, Aug. 25. Read more
Jul 19, 2019
2:04 PM
Overdrive Camp
OVERDRIVE – a one-of-a-kind, one-week camp where you’ll be plugged into bands that play together, write together and record together to create an actual demo of your music. Read more
Jul 13, 2020Jul 18, 2020
Rock Band Camp: The Awesome 80s
Join us for a week-long trek back to hair bands and heavy metal in Mason Music’s 80s-themed Rock Band Camp. Read more
Jul 13, 2020Jul 18, 2020
Online: The Banza
A young goat must learn to stand on her own, but can she against 10 hungry tigers? Read more
Jul 13, 2020
Online: Roblox Tournament Day 1
Join us for cutthroat competition in Speed Run 4 and other Roblox favorites. Read more
Jul 13, 2020
Grab and Go Craft: Color Your New Book Bag
This Summer Learning's theme "Imagine Your Story" will be silk screened on your bag for you to color with fabric markers. Read more
Jul 13, 2020
