By Donna Cornelius Jay Roberson’s restaurant, Capers on Park Avenue, has been open for only a few months. But years ago, Roberson spent a lot of time in the building where he now serves his own versions of Southern-style food. These days, he’s on the other side of the serving line. Capers is in what once was the lunchroom of the old Bluff Park Elementary School, which … [Read more...]
Good Eats on the Go: Friends Team up to Provide Healthy Food for Busy Folks
By Donna Cornelius Even for those with the best of intentions, eating healthy isn’t always easy. The two women who own Nourish want to make it that way. Tiffany Vickers Davis and Mary Drennen started their food delivery company last November. Both are busy moms – and both are into nutritious eats. “Mary eats more ‘clean’ – vegetables, healthy grains,” Davis said. “I’m more … [Read more...]
A Heartfelt Cause: Families, Friends Support Piggly Wiggly Wine and Craft Beer Showcase
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...]
No Fear of Failure: Successful Women Will Lead Girls on the Run Event
By Donna Cornelius What would you do if you weren’t afraid to fail? Participants in a Girls on the Run event next month will explore that question -- and meet some women who didn’t let the fear of failure stop them from succeeding. Girls on the Run is an international organization that uses physical activity, including fun running games, to inspire confidence in young girls. … [Read more...]