Home + Design

Realize your dream kitchen or bath

Visit a showroom before starting your project Article by Wendy Sack | Photography by GLS Supply What better time than now to finally put those dream kitchen or bath plans into action? Springtime is the best time for a refresh or a complete remodel. Why stick to just spring cleaning? Be bold! Our area is rich with professional resources for these types of projects. One is GLS Supply, which has locations in Cullman, Huntsville and Birmingham. It’s also family owned, a big plus in my book. Said...

Food + Beverage

Alabama Spring

Created for Pasquale’s by Sadie Abbott Article by Taylor Buckley and Sadie Abbott | Photography by Pasquale’s Ingredients 1.5 oz. Cathead Honeysuckle Vodka 0.5 oz. honey simple syrup 0.5 oz. Monin Lavender Syrup 1 oz. fresh lemon juice 1 sprig rosemary Honey simple syrup Mix 1 ounce hot water, snf0.5 oz. orange blossom honey in a heat-proof container. Stir until the honey is completely dissolved and child for at least one hour. Alabama Spring In cocktail shaker, combine...

Food + Beverage

Time to relax

‘There’s truly something for everyone’ Article by Wendy Sack | Photography by Bloom Winery All work and no play….nope, we’re not going to use that old saying as an excuse! The truth is, everyone deserves a break from spring cleaning, and what better way to do that than to relax with a nice glass of wine? Yes, let’s all raise a glass and toast to the beginning of spring!   The new Bloom Winery location opened in Good Hope in 2024, and we’re all about getting a little dressed up and heading...

Home Services

Spring cleaning time!

Out with the old to make room for the new Article by Wendy Sack | Photography by GSD Junk Hauling You know you have the itch. It’s time to start thinking about cleaning out your flower beds, freshening your property, taking stock of your, well, stock, in your garage, basement and closets. Yep, it’s spring cleaning time! If you’re like me and don’t have handy access to a pickup truck or possess the will to do all the heavy lifting to rid your home and yard of what needs to go, companies like...

Professional Services

Healthy from the inside out

Venture born out of a passion for fixing things and genuine love for the community Article by Wendy Sack | Photography by Premier Plumbing When you think about making your home your own and creating a space that reflects your tastes, plumbing probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. It might not even enter your mind. But it should! Because maintaining the inner workings of your home is just as important as making sure things look beautiful on the surface. We checked in with a local...

Home + Design

Treasure hunt with Southern charm

Exploring antique shops near Cullman Article and Photography by Cullman City Lifestyle For those who find joy in the hunt for unique treasures, Cullman and the surrounding area offer a wealth of antique shops, home décor boutiques and flea markets that capture the essence of Southern charm. Whether you're looking to redecorate your home or add timeless touches to your space, these local gems are sure to inspire. Gypsy Soul Antiques and Things - 218 First Ave. SE in Cullman Gypsy Soul is...

Professional Services

Dig in!

Explore plants and more at The Man Cave Market Article by Wendy Sack | Photography by The Man Cave Market Pretty much everyone in Vinemont knows twin brothers Chris and Pat Thompson, the former having spent time on the town council, and the pair having opened the wildly popular Man Cave Market in 2020. The brothers were wholesale plant distributors for more than 20 years before they opened the plant nursery/shop/hang-out spot in April of that year. Believe it or not, it was the Thompsons’...

Arts + Culture

Historic preservation with a twist

Southern Ghost Girls and Paranormal Investigations Article by Wendy Sack | Photography by Martha Needham Lesley Ann Hyde is a successful local insurance agent. She also has a passion for history. It’s that passion that led her to a unique side business: Southern Ghost Girls Tours and Paranormal Investigations. “In 2018 I decided I wanted to do something as a side gig that would bring me closer to people and do something fun while also giving back to the community. All my life I’ve had a...

Food + Beverage

Romance at Pasquale’s?

Landmark all set to host lovebirds of any generation Article by Wendy Sack | Photography by Pasquale's Pizza & Pasta It’s February, folks, and you know what that means. Romance at Pasquale’s? You bet! “Since we reopened in April, I've had numerous married couples reminisce over how they had their first date in our restaurant years prior,” said General Manager Taylor Buckley. “We’ve also had guests tell us about how they used to get dropped off at the old movie theater and walk across the...

Food + Beverage

The Aphrodite

Decadent Valentine's Day cocktail Article by Taylor Buckley | Photography by Adobe Stock (top), Pasquale's (bottom) Some say, in Greek mythology, strawberries were created when Aphrodite wept for losing her love, Adonis.  Others say the strawberry is a symbol for Venus, the Goddess of Love, because of its heart shape and red color. Strawberries are absolutely associated with modern Valentine's Day goodies, whether dipped in luxurious white, dark or milk chocolate, or blended into or as a...