Delicious Food, Historic Space in Beautiful Magnolia Springs

There’s a lot that’s unique about Magnolia Springs. But two things come to mind immediately.  This small town in south Alabama is the only one in the entire United States that gets mail delivered by boat year-round. (There are nearly 200 boxes on the Magnolia Star River Route.) And Magnolia Springs is the home of … Continue reading Delicious Food, Historic Space in Beautiful Magnolia Springs

New York Filmmaker with Birmingham Ties

Birmingham filmmakers continue to capture the public’s attention and win awards. Alabama native, Davis Browne, is currently celebrating accolades for his new film, Capsules. Browne, who grew up in Mountain Brook and attended The Altamont School, co-wrote and starred in the indie film that is now streaming on Apple TV+. The film premiered at The … Continue reading New York Filmmaker with Birmingham Ties

A Community of Creative Women

“There’s something that is true in this town: Collaboration wins over competition every time,” says Jennifer Ryan, owner of BLUEROOT Co. “And the people who figure that out sooner, understand Birmingham.” Ryan, from Southern California by way of New York City, figured this out pretty quickly when she came to the Magic City six years … Continue reading A Community of Creative Women

Gulf-Fresh Seafood with a Side of Blues

Shady Street looks a little … umm … shady (and not in a tree-lined way). But do not be deterred. At the end of this off-the-beaten-path road—down by the Alabama River and very near downtown Montgomery—you’ll find Capitol Oyster Bar. (Again, do not be deterred.) This white, corrugated metal building is way more than it … Continue reading Gulf-Fresh Seafood with a Side of Blues