


First Watch opens new Alabaster location: How to get FREE coffee

New loaded tea shop Chelsea Nutrition opens off Highway 280

Hot & Hot chef Chris Hastings’ life saved by Johnny’s Restaurant chef Tim Hontzas

TrimTab closing taproom after 13 years in Birmingham

Esquire names House of Found Objects among “14 Best Bars in America”

The Fennec closing restaurant, focusing on events + catering

New beer makes its national debut in Birmingham thanks to this local partnership

Barberitos chooses Birmingham and Tuscaloosa for five new Alabama locations

5 u-pick blueberry farms less than an hour from Birmingham

New self-serve bakery opening in Birmingham on June 5

La Fête’s Kristen Hall to host special James Beard dinner in NYC

3 Birmingham restaurants joining pitmaster Chris Lily at Texas BBQ competition

Savage’s, Gianmarco’s and more earn 95+ food service scores in May 2026
