Marissa Deal
The Giving Garden
Newcomer Beth Branch has already made a positive impact with her community garden, which has deepened friendships and united her Fairhope neighborhood to serve a good cause.
Under the Influence of Italy
Explore Daphne’s Italian Heritage and celebrate with an alfresco party — complete with a game of Bocce, Italian picnic fare and cocktails.
Restaurant Review: Grace
A devilishly good time on Dauphin Street, with gourmet food served in a come-one, come-all spirit — just don’t forget to say grace.
Mardi Gras Like An Expert
As a new Carnival season rolls into the Bay area, let’s take a peek into how a few seasoned insiders celebrate the festivities in style.
Happy Flowers
Wedding flowers find a new purpose after the ceremony is over, thanks to Mobile native Debbie Richards.
“911 Dauphin Street”
The search to uncover her great-grandmother’s past led
Rhoda Melendez to uncover the history of the Protestant Orphans’ Asylum in Mobile and ignited her first novel.
Pasta Amore
A honeymoon trip of a lifetime and a zeal for all things food and wine led to an innovative and creative new business for one Bay-area native.
Gear up for Grilling
‘Tis the season for an open flame, wafting smoke and a football game on the radio. For the novice grill master, it can be intimidating to light that first briquette. Let MB help you get started or perfect your technique.
Restaurant Review: Pearl
Chef Will Sams’ vision of an upscale coastal menu finds a niche in downtown Fairhope.
4 Local Artists Share Their Inspiration
Even the most artistic souls need fresh inspiration from time to time. Four local artists share their go-to sources to kick-start creative thinking.
