By Donna Cornelius Sponsoring a wine and craft beer event is a natural tie-in for the owners of some Birmingham-area Piggly Wiggly stores. The Virciglio and Ajlouny families, which own multiple Piggly Wigglys, take pride in their stores’ weekly wine tastings and extensive selections of the two beverages. But the second annual Piggly Wiggly Wine and Craft Beer Showcase isn’t … [Read more...]
A Halloween Treat: Viva Vestavia XIII Presents Food, Drinks in a Frightfully Fun Setting
By Donna Cornelius You can be a real food freak at Viva Vestavia XIII. The annual Vestavia Hills Chamber of Commerce event always gives those who attend the opportunity to sample the city’s food, wine and beer. This year, there’s a twist: guests are encouraged to come not only hungry, but in costume. The owners of Hollywood Pools, where the event will be held, suggested a … [Read more...]
Rolling in the Dough: Bare Naked Noodles’ Linda Croley Has a Passion for Pasta
By Donna Cornelius Bare Naked Noodles is not your average eatery. For starters, you may think your GPS has gone bonkers when you follow its directions to the café and arrive at a sprawling office complex in Hoover. But you’re in the right place. Go into the building’s East or West entrances and, as Bare Naked Noodles owner Linda Croley says, “Just follow your nose.” From 8 … [Read more...]
Backing the Maestro’s Ball: Symphony Support Strikes a Chord with Kelley and C.T. Fitzpatrick
By Donna Cornelius C.T. and Kelley Fitzpatrick have been supporters of the Alabama Symphony Orchestra since 2008. This year, the Mountain Brook couple is taking that support to a new level by serving as hosts of the ASO’s Maestro’s Ball. The ball is the organization’s largest fundraising event. It raises money for the ASO’s artistic, educational and outreach programs. This … [Read more...]
Pre-Season Warm-up: Football Fans Get in Gameday Mode at Tailgate Challenge
By Donna CorneliusYou can always count on some fan favorites at The Bell Center’s annual Tailgate Challenge.Teams that compete in the football-focused fundraiser set up in full game day mode, with decorated tents, food and plenty of spirit.University of Kentucky folks traditionally trot out their much-admired bourbon balls, and Longhorns from the University of Texas … [Read more...]