2015 Poinsettia Debutantes Presented in Holiday Ball Fourteen debutantes and 20 junior debutantes were presented on the arms of their fathers at Vestavia Country Club at the 48th annual Poinsettia Debutante Ball on Dec. 29. The holiday-themed event was hosted by the Ballet Women’s Committee and the Poinsettia Men’s Club. Each of the debutantes, all college juniors, wore … [Read more...]
Miss Dots: New Crestline Restaurant From Former Zoe’s CEO Already Has Regulars
By Sarah Kuper A nose for the restaurant business and a great cooking partner have made John Cassimus' latest restaurant venture a big success in Crestline and Tuscaloosa. Along with partners Tyre Stuckey and Leola Rogers (a.k.a. "Miss Dot"), Cassimus has created a new fast-casual dining opportunity for anyone interested in menu items such as fried chicken, collard greens, … [Read more...]
Last Call: Christopher Showhouse Prepares for Closing Weekend
By Emily Williams It may be the final weekend of Christopher Architecture and Interiors' first Showhouse at 3620 Ridgeview Lane in Mountain Brook, but the team isn't slowing down. The home will be open Jan. 28 and 29 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Jan. 30 and 31 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Due to lack of onsite parking, a shuttle service has been organized to pick-up and drop-off guests at … [Read more...]
Mt. Laurel to Host 2016 Southern Living Idea House
By Sarah Kuper Southern Living magazine has announced this year's Idea House will be in Mt. Laurel. The Birmingham-based magazine is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. By choosing to build the 2016 Idea House in Mt. Laurel, the publication is embracing its Alabama roots. Mt. Laurel was selected by Southern Living editors for its embodiment of the magazine's … [Read more...]
ROAR for the Cure: Adventures on Auction at James Bond Gala
At ROAR’s James Bond-themed gala this year, once-in-a-lifetime is being used to describe more than one of the big-ticket items in the live auction. At the top of the list are trips to places such as Cape Cod and the Sonoma Valley, as well as a Kentucky Derby experience, an African safari adventure and a day with Dan Aykroyd. Thanks to ROAR members Mike and Kim Hull and their … [Read more...]