Super Bowl Snacks Inspired by Halftime Shows

Ten years have come and gone since Janet Jackson’s infamous “wardrobe malfunction” during the Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show. Chances are you don’t remember who won that game. I don’t even remember who played in that game. But I’ll bet you a nickel you remember that jaw-dropping moment, which proves what I’ve suspected all along … Continue reading Super Bowl Snacks Inspired by Halftime Shows

Eat Like a Local in Birmingham

Anyone who knows me knows I'll eat just about anything that won't eat me first. Here's a short list of some of my favorite Birmingham eating establishments: Once known only for its thriving steel industry, Birmingham has become a city that is recognized far and wide for dining excellence. From the James Beard Foundation to … Continue reading Eat Like a Local in Birmingham

A Day in Birmingham — The Magic City

If you only had one day to spend in Birmingham, Ala., what would you do? Here are my recommendations. 8:00 a.m. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and you’ll need a hearty one if you plan to see all of what Birmingham, Ala., has to offer in one day. Make your first … Continue reading A Day in Birmingham — The Magic City

From Garden to Glass — The Ideal Southern Cocktail

The ideal Southern summer cocktail? Undoubtedly it is the gin and tonic. So cool. So refreshing. So restorative. And it doesn't hurt that it might keep the mosquitos from carrying you away too. The ideal Southern summer cocktail? Undoubtedly it is the gin and tonic. So cool. So refreshing. So restorative. And it doesn't hurt … Continue reading From Garden to Glass — The Ideal Southern Cocktail

Give me convenience or give me death

In a grand experiment just to see if we could, about a month ago Husband and I decided  to try our level best to avoid genetically modified foods, processed foods, and soy. Folks, I'm here to tell you it ain't easy. And it ain't cheap. You see, nowadays most of our food is trying to … Continue reading Give me convenience or give me death