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Make the season sparkle!

The joy and nostalgia of holiday lights Article by Wendy Sack | Photography by Alabama Outdoor Lighting Nothing makes the season sparkle quite like some quality holiday lights! Nick Payne, who owns Alabama Outdoor Lighting with his wife, Kelley, shared some illuminating thoughts on the topic. “My favorite thing about heading into Christmas is seeing the lights glow everywhere. They carry such a nostalgic magic, instantly taking me back to childhood when everything felt full of wonder,” he...

Food + Beverage

‘Karma’s bougie sister’

Jubilee Coffee and Wine Bar: Dining destination and gathering place Article by Wendy Sack | Photography by Jubilee Coffee and Wine Bar Ten years ago, Katie Fine opened what would become a Cullman favorite: Karma’s Coffee House. This year, she and her husband, Jacob, opened a new venture, which is well on its way to joining Karma’s as a local staple: Jubilee Coffee and Wine Bar, located below the new Flying Fifty Hotel. “Jubilee started after we were approached about opening a second location...

Food + Beverage

Share a bottle!

Bloom Winery Owner Bella Cornelius Tripp dishes on Good Hope location Article by Wendy Sack | Photography by Madeline Isbell and Bloom Winery Bloom Winery in Good Hope, an offshoot of Bloom Winery and vineyard in Rogersville, has been open for almost a year now, and Owner Bella Cornelius Tripp said the experience has been wonderful. “It has been more than we ever expected — and so much fun!” she said. “We feel tremendously blessed to have the opportunity to serve the Good Hope/Cullman...

Food + Beverage

Simple Southern goodness

Q&A with Guthrie’s of Cullman’s Keith Lann Article by Wendy Sack | Photography by Donna Lann and Guthrie's Guthrie’s Chicken of Cullman was opened April 29, 2009, by Keith and Donna Lann. Originally from Haleyville, the Lanns have been residents of Cullman since 2021. We sat down with Keith Lann to get some fast facts about this local favorite that’s famous for its delicious chicken fingers (and that amazing Signature Sauce!). Cullman City Lifestyle: How many chicken fingers does Guthrie’s...

Entertainment

Get spooky this season

Cullman Ghost Walks happening this month! Article by Wendy Sack | Photography by Southern Ghost Girls Tours Southern Ghost Girls Tours will host its popular Cullman Ghost Walks every Tuesday this month. Lead investigator Lesley Ann Hyde said, “We started doing Cullman Ghost Walks back in 2019 and they were a huge success. One particular night we had 250 people show up! We are bringing it back to Cullman where it all started.” This year’s walks will take place downtown, starting at the old...

Food + Beverage

Classic Old Fashioned

From 412 Public House Bartender Jeremy White Article by Wendy Sack | Photography by 412 Public House Ingredients 2 oz. bourbon or whiskey Orange and aromatic bitters Splash of house syrup Orange peel and cherry for garnish Directions Mix over ice. Strain over large ice sphere. Garnish with orange peel and cherry. Upscale restaurant 412 Public House, located in downtown Cullman, opened its doors in April 2018. Since then, it has grown to be a local and area favorite...

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Cullman classics: Restaurants that stand the test of time

A selection of local favorites Article by Cullman City Lifestyle In a community as close knit as Cullman, a good meal is more than just food — it’s tradition, memory and the kind of comfort you can’t always find on a menu. We’re lucky to have restaurants that have stood the test of time, some serving our families for 20, 30, 50, 75 years or more. Here’s a look at a few of Cullman’s most beloved dining spots, each with a story worth savoring. All Steak Restaurant 323 Third Ave. SE Famous...

Food + Beverage

Yummy Jambalaya Risotto

Featured fall fare Article by Wendy Sack | Photography by Ashlea Chance - Mavens & Makers Pull up a chair and dig into this warm, cozy recipe from Mavens & Makers Owner Ashlea Chance.  Ingredients 1 onion, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 2 tbsp. olive oil 12 oz. andouille sausage, cut into bite sized pieces 1lb. shrimp 1 cup chicken, cooked and diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 tbsp. butter 2 cups Arborio rice 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes 2...

Shopping

Fall 2025 closet must-haves

Carrie Taylor of Three Pears shares the season's hot items Article by Cullman City Lifestyle | Photography by Photos provided by Three Pears Wildly refined: This structured hide bag adds a bold, rustic touch to any fall outfit. A classic with character: This two-tone cowhide bag is all about effortless Western charm. Go fierce or go home: This zebra print tote makes a fearless statement this season. Fall’s finishing touch: A chunky statement necklace turns every outfit into a...

Health + Wellness

Put your best face forward

Look healthy and vibrant at any age Article by Dr. Ben Light | Photography by Lisa Jones - Lisa Jones Photography Light Facial Plastic Surgery in Decatur – owned by me (Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ben Light) and with an amazing support staff – has been treating patients in north Alabama since 2003. I completed a residency in Ear Nose and Throat/Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh, becoming a board certified ENT surgeon and at the same time undertaking a fellowship in...