By Anne RuisiWhen former Vestavia Hills High math and psychology teacher Brian Cain was inducted into the Vestavia City Schools Hall of Fame on Jan. 30, one of his former students at the ceremony told him how much he learned and how much fun he had in the educator’s class.“That is my bonus right there. The fact that a kid said your class was interesting and fun, and I … [Read more...]

By Donna CorneliusLooking to score some brownie points with your valentine? Here’s a mouth-watering suggestion: goodies made by some of Birmingham’s best bakers, pastry chefs and all-around great cooks.Members of Les Dames d’Escoffier International’s Birmingham chapter are getting ready for Sweet Treats 2023, featuring boxes with an assortment of cookies, bars, … [Read more...]

By Donna CorneliusBirmingham was once again well represented when the 2023 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards semifinalists were announced Jan. 25.Timothy Hontzas of Johnny’s Restaurant is on the semifinalist list for Best Chef in the South. This is the sixth year the talented chef known for his Greek-and-three menu at the popular Homewood eatery has been a … [Read more...]

By Anne RuisiWhen you’ve got a love song in your heart but need someone to sing it to your darling, The Exceptional Foundation’s Caroling Cupids will hit all the right notes.For a suggested $100 donation, this year’s duo from the nonprofit center for people with special needs will sing a classic love song to that special someone, said Robbie Lee, the foundation’s … [Read more...]

By Rubin E. Grant Alex Broadhead admits she had superficial reasons for becoming a member of the junior board at Glenwood, a nonprofit agency dedicated to serving children, adolescents and adults with autism and other behavioral health needs. “I got involved as part of a start-up company I was working for, looking to make business connections,” Broadhead … [Read more...]