Eat Drink Read Write Festival

11/01/2016

Small-batch, cold-pressed green peanut oil. Its the next big thing with many Southern chefs.

A small farmer’s experiment pressing green peanut oil has inspired big-name chefs.

10/27/2016

Interesting write up on foraging in Birmingham Magazine with a specific focus on one local forager and his relationship with local chefs.

Foraging is becoming a popular way to gather food—and local forager Tim Pfitzer is an expert.

10/25/2016

Art of the Pie: A Practical Guide to Crusts, Fillings, and Life by Kate McDermott

Pie season has arrived and this book will definitely level up your pie baking skills! The techniques and suggestions for making pie crust (which is by far the most important skill to develop in pie making - as far as the author of this post is concerned) will impress your friends and relatives this holiday season.

10/21/2016

Cattail Moonshine & Milkweed Medicine by Tammi Hartung

This book might be of interest to those who attended the fermented & foraged food panel and is available from the library!

09/29/2016

An interview with the EDRW coordinator appeared on the Magic City Momma blog today. Check it out!

If you’re a fan of books and food, you don’t want to miss the Eat Drink Read Write festival, which runs from October 1 to October 7 at the downtown Birmingham Public Library. I recently spoke with librarian Brandon Crawford … Continue reading →

09/23/2016

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09/06/2016

Have you ever tried a pawpaw? Just so you know, they are probably ripe and in the woods behind your house this very minute!

This probably a good time to admit to our gentle readers that your friendly Eat Drink Read Write page administrator is obsessed with the pawpaw.

Read this article to get some comprehension of why he is obsessed with this native fruit. Eat one to become obsessed yourself!

Though the pawpaw grows wild in 26 states, the fruit remains a mystery to many Americans. Andrew Moore, author of Pawpaw, says that wasn't always the case.

09/02/2016

Contest time!

Hemingway's famous six word story has inspired a Six Word Food Story contest to be held in conjunction with Eat Drink Read Write.

For rules, how to enter, and information on the prizes (which includes a gift card from Babalu Tacos & Tapas) check out the following link:

http://www.bplonline.org/programs/EatDrinkFest/2016/Contest.aspx

08/30/2016

New Release of the Week: Learn how to choose, care for, and create delicious dishes with cast-iron cookware. Some recipes included are Korean short ribs, vegetarian 3-bean Firehouse chili, and hot and spicy gingerbread with white pepper.

08/25/2016

Have you eaten any of these "must-try" dishes? Several Birmingham restaurants are included!

Iconic ways to fill your plate as you eat your way around the state.

08/24/2016

Have you heard of blue honey? This was news to us and an interesting mystery that science may be unraveling.

Some North Carolina beekeepers have strong opinions on what makes nature’s nectar turn such a startling shade. This is the story of blue honey.

08/19/2016

Netflix alert for enthusiasts of Indian food!

The first season of Raja Rasoi Aur Anya Kahaniya is available for streaming from the site. It will give you a deep appreciation (and breadth of knowledge if you take notes!) of the diversity and history of Indian food.

After watching the first season, we guarantee that you will think about a lot more than the fantastic flavor Gobhi Manchurian next time you order it!