Posts Tagged ‘Events’

Some of Birmingham’s favorite things are right here in Pepper Place

Wednesday, September 7th, 2011

This month’s issue of Birmingham Magazine is all about Birmingham-residents’ favorite places,events,and entertainment. We were excited to see that some of those favorites included things you find hereat Pepper Place. This is what Birmingham Magazine had to say about the places and events you voted as your favorite in Birmingham:

Birmingham Favorite Farmers Market: Pepper Place Farmers Market

“Even those who aren’t naturally early risers know that Pepper Place is where locals go on Saturday mornings. Pepper Place is the largest farmers market in town and runs from April to December from 7 a.m. to noon. With produce, breads, pastries, coffee, flowers and crafts from local vendors, it’s a locavore’s dream.”

Birmingham’s Favorite Jazz Venue: Ona’s Music Room

“Jazz plays an important role in Birmingham’s history, and Ona’s keeps the music alive today. Exposed beams and brick walls offer listeners an intimate atmosphere as they enjoy the music and the signature cocktail Ona Monster. Owner Ona Watson is a member of the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame, and visitors can admire photographs of other past and present musicians on the walls as their heads are filled with the enticing sounds of the saxophone.”

Terrific New Theater won Runner-up for Best Theatre Company.

Tell us what are your favorite things about Birmingham and Pepper Place.

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Final Concert of the 2011 Season at New Forest

Tuesday, September 6th, 2011

In our final concert of the 2011 Season at New Forest Center at Pepper Place, Art Folk is thrilled to welcome Bryan Eubanks and Jason Kahn for an evening of solo and duo performances of their brilliant, cutting edge music, sure to transcend the aural sphere!

Jason Kahn (b. 1960, New York, USA) is based in Zurich, Switzerland and active in composition, installations, percussion, and electronics. Exhibitions and concerts in museums, galleries, art spaces, festivals and clubs throughout Europe, North and South America, Australia, Egypt, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Japan, Korea, Lebanon, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia, Singapore, Turkey and South Africa.

Bryan Eubanks (b. 1977, Pasco, WA.) is based in St. Petersburg, Florida and focused on collaborative improvisation, solo projects, and sound installation. He has performed his work across the US, Europe, Japan, and Korea. Working with instruments of his own design that incorporate open-circuits, radio transmission, feedback, Soprano Saxophone, and                                                                 other electronics.

Doors at 7:00 p.m.

Concert at 7:30 p.m.

$10 @ The New Forest Center at Pepper Place

2805 2nd Avenue South

Birmingham, Alabama

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Voting Ends Wednesday

Monday, August 29th, 2011

This is it. We’re in the  final days of voting for America’s Favorite Farmers Market. If you haven’t yet, head over to American Farmland Trust and cast your vote. You have until August 31st at midnight and it only takes a minute of your time. You’re supporting local farmers, contributing to the local economy, and you’ll help Pepper Place raise awareness about our Saturday Market by casting your vote.

Our Farmers Market has been going strong for the last 12 years. And it seems each year becomes more successful. On a peak Saturday, we have up to 100 vendors in three areas of Pepper Place with crowds growing so large we can’t keep count of how many people attend.

Here’s all you have to do to vote:

1.)    Go to www.farmland.org/vote

2.)    Type in our zipcode of 35205 or type in Pepper Place Saturday Market; and,

3.)    Click “Vote”

Each vote brings us closer to being America’s Favorite Farmers Market.

Epicurious.com, an award-winning website dedicated all-things delicious, will give the winner great publicity. We need all the votes we can get.

Thanks to everyone who supports our Saturday Farmers Market.

One Week Left to Vote for Pepper Place Farmers Market in America’s Favorite Farmers Market

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011

It can mean only one thing if you’re reading this: you love Pepper Place. And there’s a lot to love at Pepper Place – cool shops and restaurants, the offices of a lot of Birmingham’s best-small businesses, and, with your help, home to America’s Favorite Farmers Market.

Right now, we’re in the top five and we thank everyone who has helped us get to this position. If you haven’t voted, here’s all you have to do:

1.)    Go to www.farmland.org/vote

2.)    Type in our zipcode of 35205 or type in Pepper Place Saturday Market; and,

3.)    Click “Vote”

That’s all it takes to vote bringing us closer to being America’s Favorite Farmers Market. You can leave us a message as well, telling us why you love the Pepper Place Farmers Market or leave us a message in the comments on this, or any of our posts.

American Farmland Trust has introduced leader boards where you can keep track of the Top 5 markets receiving votes in Alabama.

According to American Farmland Trust (AFT), the purpose of this contest is to re-connect local consumers to local farms, with the ultimate goal of keeping our nation’s farm and ranch land productive and healthy!  Buying at the farmers market keeps money in the local community and helps farms and ranches remain economically viable. By voting, you’re helping support farms and communities across the nation. As American Farmland Trust says, “No Farms No Food™!”

Don’t forget to vote for Pepper Place Saturday Market at www.farmland.org/vote and spread the word!

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Farmers’ Market Recipe of the Week: Potato Soup with Pesto, good warm or cold

Thursday, August 18th, 2011
Bamberg potatoes

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It’s that time of the year when squashes, herbs and tomatoes begin coming into season. This week we’re highlighting a potato soup seasoned with pesto courtesy Chef Franklin Biggs and the Farmers’ Market farmers. This soup is good cold as well as hot.

8 potatoes, peeled and sliced

12 cups chicken or vegetable stock

As needed corn starch

To taste salt and pepper

4 cups cream

1 cup fresh pesto made with 2 cups basil, 1/4 cup browned garlic, 1/4 cup pine nuts, 1/2 cup parmesan or asiago, 1/2 cup olive oil

If serving cold, chill in refrigerator, or in an ice bath. Just before serving stir in the fresh pesto to give a wonderful color and fresh flavor.

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