By Donna Cornelius The owners of The Birmingham Candy Co. have a sweet story to tell. Cassie and Wayne Bolden met at a Halloween party in Savannah, Ga. – an event Cassie almost passed up. “I don’t really like Halloween and wouldn’t have gone to the party if my next-door neighbor hadn’t been having it,” she said. Cassie, a Spain Park High School graduate, was living in the … [Read more...]
Links for Living: Christian Service Mission Makes Connections for Those in Need
By Donna Cornelius Tracy Hipps, the executive director of Birmingham’s Christian Service Mission, has a pipe in his office. It’s not the kind your grandfather smoked but a piece of conduit – and it’s a symbol of his organization’s purpose and focus. “We’re about making connections,” Hipps said. Christian Service Mission, with headquarters in Avondale, serves those in need by … [Read more...]
The Future of Food: A Plateful of Predictions for What You May Be Eating (or Not) in 2017
By Donna Cornelius Google “trends for 2017,” and you’ll find a plethora of predictions for fashion, music, technology and other popular topics. That’s all well and good, but let’s focus on a more pressing concern: food. Eater.com recently posted an article called “Every Single Food Trend That’s Been Predicted for 2017.” The 81-item list starts with adaptogen supplements (no, … [Read more...]
Merry Munchies: You’ll Find Festive Food and More at the Junior League’s Market Noel
By Donna Cornelius Junior League of Birmingham’s Market Noel is a taste of the holiday season – and not just figuratively. The annual fundraiser, which celebrated its 25th anniversary last year, has plenty of shopping opportunities for those looking to buy gifts for others or treats for themselves. Among the most popular vendors are those featuring food. Jennifer’s Kitchen’s … [Read more...]
Cooking the Books: Readers Share Recipes through Homewood Library’s Let’s Dish Club
Editor's note: Homewood Library has discontinued this program. By Donna Cornelius “Eating and reading are two pleasures that combine admirably,” C.S. Lewis said. The famous writer would have felt right at home at the Homewood Public Library, where food is the focus of several classes, special events – and a new club. Judith Wright, the teen librarian, and Charity … [Read more...]