Why I love: Tropicaleo
I’ve noticed that we at Bham Now give the Pizitz Center a ton of coverage.  I’m sure some of that is because we offer native advertising (which this is not, by the way).  But I think there’s more to it…
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Birmingham’s first “Food Park” could get approval soon
Birmingham’s growth is attributed to many things. In particular, though, the food industry seems to stand out the most for our southern city Within the foodie scene, our food truck culture is revving up, and the possible addition of the…
A Very Southern Pesach
Expansions for the Fig Tree Cafe will put this quaint cafe on the Bham map
Fig Tree Cafe, a “hidden gem tucked away in Cahaba Heights” has expanded in more ways than one. According to a recent announcement, the cafe is now offering an expanded menu and larger area to enjoy their delicious eats.
Bham Now Pizitz Food Hall takeover
The Bham Now team took over the Pizitz Food Hall this Wednesday. Trying a different restaurant to get a feel for the authenticity that revolves around the Pizitz Food Hall, each producer has provided a unique review. Here are our…
Wasabi Juan’s opens new Hoover location May 16, 2017!
The popular sushi and Mexican food fusion restaurant from Avondale, Wasabi Juan’s, is taking a trip over the mountain.
Za’atar Bar and Kitchen opening soon in Pepper Place!
Soon, Pepper Place will host Birmingham’s newest Mediterranean restaurant, Za’atar Bar and Kitchen. The exciting addition was inspired by a trip the Chef & owner, Ashley Tarver, took to Morocco.
Vestavia recently added a new taco place!
Birmingham continues to attract new and creative restaurants to the region. This month’s new culinary delight – Texas Taco Gourmet Grill.
Remember when Zagat named Birmingham one of the ‘hottest food cities’ in the US’? We’re still rocking the title.
Back in December Zagat named the Magic City as one of the nation’s top new culinary spots, ranking right up there with San Francisco, New York and Chicago. Since we were fortunate enough to nab this distinctive recognition from the world’s most…
Birmingham restaurant and pastry chef are finalists for the 2017 James Beard Foundation Awards
Cheers to Highlands Bar & Grill and their pastry chef, Dolester Miles, for earning top spots as finalists for the 2017 James Beard Foundation Awards.
Buy Alabama’s Best begins!
The annual Buy Alabama’s Best campaign began yesterday, and a portion of profits from Alabama-made goods like local groceries will benefit Children’s of Alabama!
New Pizza Bar joining the Lakeview District
Lakeview will soon host another pizza joint sure to entice your inner foodie. Heat Pizza Bar will fit in perfectly on the corner of 7th Ave. South and 29th Street – yes, the old Rare Martini space.
Would repealing Alabama’s grocery tax eat away education money?
This week Governor Bentley signed an Executive Order creating a task force to study a tax repeal on groceries. He also presented this plan during his recent State of the State address on February 7, and at least one Senator said it…
Birmingham claims three nominations for James Beard awards
It’s a big day for a handful of Birmingham culinary professionals. Five chefs and one restaurant have been nominated as semifinalists for the James Beard Awards. These awards are considered to be the highest honor for food and beverage professionals in…
Lunch on North Side will soon be Hoppin’
Within the next week, one major development will be serving Birminghamian’s with its unique food stalls, and another will be serving its “delicatessen’s”, originally from Homewood. Both are quite near each other and anticipating its openings inside our booming foodie…