In the heart of downtown Waverly, Alabama, Fig & Wasp is the kind of shop where you walk in looking for one thing and leave thinking about five others. From European antiques and handmade pottery to original artwork, jewelry, and thoughtfully selected gifts, this mother-daughter-owned store is full…
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Pinkies up—if you want. Auburn’s very own Tea on Thach at 1856 – Culinary Residence is a monthly Sunday tradition that’s equal parts elegant and inviting. Whether you're a seasoned tea enthusiast or just looking for a unique way to spend the afternoon, this experience is your cup of tea. Hosted…
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When asked how Hope would describe Auburn she says, “It is like if a comfort food was a town. It is like fried green tomatoes and pimento cheese, the epitome of the South and comfort food, and it will never disappoint.” Although many people might not know the name Hope Nunnelley, over 17,000 people…
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Chef Eron Bass, the executive chef at Café 123, is all about good food done right. He has been working behind the scenes of the white-tablecloth restaurant for almost 19 years. When the café opened, he began as a sous chef under Chef Chris Cannon, longtime friend, executive chef, and co-owner with…
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Rolling Toomer’s Corner It is a well-known fact that the city of Auburn has the most snowfall of all the cities in Alabama in any given season, although the weather here is contingent on an Auburn Tigers win and the local stores’ supply of toilet paper. Following an Auburn victory, AU faithful flock…
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Graham Hage is the owner and executive chef of Zazu Gastropub, located in historic downtown Opelika. Diners will be hard-pressed to decide which is better: the elevated, farm-fresh cuisine or the converted industrial space. Chef Graham is responsible for both. Each day, he can be found hard at work…
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Centrally located in the heart of downtown Auburn and recognized by its antler door pulls, The Hound features over-the-top American classics, Southern cuisine with a twist, and boasts an impressive bourbon collection. Operating partner, Robbie Nicolaisen, has been the executive chef of The Hound…
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