Who doesn’t love a grilled cheese? Ooey gooey cheese between crispy buttered bread? Oh so good. The people at Melt know how to make some of the best. Originally a very popular food truck, Melt moved into a brick and mortar location in Avondale. The menu consists of a variety of grilled cheese sandwiches. … More Melt
If you’re looking for a great selection of specialty pizzas and craft beer, be sure to check out Pies and Pints on 20th St in Midtown. With two locations in Alabama (the other is in Montgomery) and several locations in Ohio, West Virginia, and Kentucky, Pies and Pints has earned a reputation of being a … More Pies and Pints
Saturn is a bar, concert venue, and coffee shop located in the Avondale area. This is a unique place to hang out, enjoy some brews, and play some board games with friends. Saturn took the sci-if space theme and ran with it. The walls are decorated with rocket drawings, there’s a large rocket suspended from … More Saturn
Oysters and burgers. You really can’t go wrong with a menu like that. Fancy’s on Fifth has a great menu of oyster and burger options. The fresh oysters come from wherever they’re in season. Blue Points are from New Jersey (and are a favorite), Rappahannocks are from Virginia, and there are even local Alabama gulf … More Fancy’s on Fifth
Good People decided to make a day of releasing this year’s El Gordo and selections of previous years. Bottled up and awaiting purchase was the 2014 El Gordo, 2015 El Gordo, 2016 El Gordo, 2016 El Gordo barrel aged, and the 2016 El Gordo mole. There were also samples to be enjoyed at the bar. … More Dia del Gordo
There’s a new brewery distributing in Birmingham. I was at the Beer Hog and Second Self Beer Company was having a tasting. I participated and enjoyed what I tried. Second Self has been operational in Atlanta since 2014 but are just now distributing outside the Atlanta area. I spoke with Jason, the brewer and owner … More Second Self Beer Company
Birmingham’s newest brewery has opened its doors! Ghost Train Brewing is serving beer at its location on 3rd Ave, where Cahaba started. Those who frequented this location when Cahaba was there will see some major changes! Most notable is the increase in seating. On tap, Ghost Train has the Go Devil Golden Ale, a … More Ghost Train Brewing
We recently attended a wedding in Asheville, NC and I had to check out the food and beer scene. The east coast version of Portland, Asheville is known for three things- outdoor adventure, food, and beer. Didn’t get to try too much of the food, but I managed to sample some beer. The breweries I … More Asheville, NC
Homewood has its own brewery! Red Hills Brewing opened this weekend. They’re located at 2823 Central Ave next to the Little Donkey and Steel City Pops. They currently have four beers on tap: two IPAs, a brown, and a heffe. Each of the beers has a detailed description and were good. The interior is decorated … More Red Hills Brewing
Pelham now has its own craft beer bar and store! The Beer Hog is on Bowling Ln off 31 and opened this weekend. With over 60 beers on tap, you will find something you like. The guys working there are very friendly and clearly love beer. They delivered a bowl of bar snacks and offered … More The Beer Hog
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