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Hog Heaven: A Brief History of Alabama Barbecue

with Mark Johnson

Join us for a brief history of our state’s romance with delicious barbecue and enjoy a taste of Barbecue samples we will have on hand.

In the nineteenth century, barbecue played a prominent role in the campaign rallies of the state’s aspiring politicians. By the end of the century, barbecue joints started popping up near Birmingham’s steel mills. In the 1950s, pitmasters set up shop in roadside shacks to feed weary travelers venturing out on the nation’s new highways and interstates. In the 1960s, barbecue fed the Civil Rights Movement. Most recently, Alabama barbecue has adapted to foodie interest in heritage breeds and sustainability.

Join in the fun with samples of some of Homewood's finest barbeque bites. Register online.

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