By Donna CorneliusMost Thanksgiving feasts include so much food that even the pickiest eater can find something to love. That variety also is a boon for choosing wines.“There are so many different flavors on the table, especially if you’re having a big meal,” said Scott Atkinson, the Mountain Brook Western Market’s wine director. “With wine, that’s a good thing. … [Read more...]
The Life of Lots of Parties: For More than a Century, Ousler Sandwiches Have Starred at Special Occasions
By Donna Cornelius Bill and Becky Elmore and their daughter, LeAnn Wood, were still at their store, Ousler Sandwiches, when the front door opened. It was well past closing time, but the three greeted the woman who came in warmly. They all exchanged friendly chitchat and then hashed out how many sandwiches she’d need for a special occasion. When the customer left, all four … [Read more...]
No Ph.D. Required: New Museum Director Aims to Double Attendance, Says Visitors Shouldn’t Have to Be Experts to Understand Art
By Sam PrickettThe new executive director of the Birmingham Museum of Art plans to make accessibility, expansion and renovation priorities of his tenure – with a long-term goal of doubling the museum’s attendance over the next five years.In mid-September, the BMA named Dr. Graham C. Boettcher its new executive director. Boettcher’s appointment followed a months-long … [Read more...]
On a Personal Level: New UAB Cancer Center Director Says Personalized Diagnosis and Treatment Drives the Future of Cancer Care
By Emily WilliamsThe Future of Cancer Treatment is headed in a more personal direction, said UAB Comprehensive Cancer Center’s new director, Dr. Michael Birrer.Birrer said the ability to diagnose the cause of an individual’s cancer and use that information to target treatment is helping patients survive longer and suffer less.“The future is bright in that there is … [Read more...]
The Trucks Stop Here: Street Food Coalition Will Host Fall Rally in Avondale
By Donna CorneliusIf you need some food in your neighborhood – or at your special event, corporate gathering or fundraiser – who ya gonna call?A good place to start is the Greater Birmingham Street Food Coalition. It’s a group that represents food trucks, trailers and other mobile-based businesses.“We started the coalition a few years ago when the city of Birmingham … [Read more...]