Six holiday dishes and drinks to try around Birmingham
The holiday season is typically the busiest season in the restaurant and bar world. But the last few months of the year also bring in a new wave of limited-edition dishes. From Christmas cookies to holiday cocktails, here are six ways to ring in the holiday season in Birmingham.
The Súper Buena cocktail at Adiõs
The Super Buena cocktail at Adios (Courtesy, Adiõs)Adiõs
A take on a Mexican ponche traditionally served during Día de Los Muertos and Christmas, the Súper Buena is made with reposado tequila, Bonal Gentiane, cold-pressed apple cider, grapefruit, lime, cinnamon, and star anise. At Adiõs, beverage director José Medina Camacho and the team serve the drink frozen
WHERE: Adios| 2218 1st Ave N Suite 100, Birmingham, AL 35203| adiosbham.com
Holiday cookies at Cookie Fix
(from left) Two holiday edition cookies from Cookie Fix: Brownie Bite with a peppermint kiss and Peppermint Oreo (Shauna Stuart)Shauna Stuart
Fans of Cookie Fix already love their rotating menu. During the holiday season, the bakery rolls out its annual holiday cookies. Here are a few options on the list this year:
Brownie Bite with a peppermint kiss: cocoa, semi-sweet chocolate chips, espresso powder, sea salt, topped with a peppermint kiss
Jingle Bell Funfetti: Holiday sprinkles, sea salt, topped with vanilla glaze & holiday sprinkles
Peppermint Crunch: White chocolate chips, pretzels, peppermint bits, sea salt
Peppermint Oreo: Semi-sweet chocolate chips, Oreos, peppermint bits, and sea salt,
WHERE: All Cookie Fix locations| cookiefix.com
The Cheesy Heaux in a Hawt Tub at Slutty Vegan
Slutty Vegan’s Cheesy Heaux in a Hawt Tub, a grilled cheese sandwich with savory tomato coconut soup.
Slutty Vegan is known for their fast food vegan burgers with risqué names, but if you’re in the mood for hot soup and a sandwich, try The Cheesy Heaux in a Hawt Tub– the plant-based restaurant’s take on a classic grilled cheese sandwich on buttered Texas toast, and a savory soup made with blended pureed tomato and creamy coconut milk mixed with African spices.
WHERE: Slutty Vegan| 7 55th Pl S, Birmingham, AL 35212| sluttyveganatl.com/birmingham
The hot sipping chocolate at Big Spoon Creamery, complete with toasted marshmallows. (Shauna Stuart| AL.com)Shauna Stuart
Hot sipping chocolate at Big Spoon Creamery
Hot chocolate is the perfect drink for cold temperatures. The hot sipping chocolate from Big Spoon Creamery has a blend of Valrhona chocolates (66 % dark and 40% milk). The crew serves the drinking chocolate topped with toasted house-made marshmallows.
WHERE: All Big Spoon Creamery locations| bigspooncreamery.com
The eggnog at Helen features Noble Oak bourbon and Amontillado sherry. (Shauna Stuart| AL.com)Shauna Stuart
Eggnog at Helen
The holidays are synonymous with eggnog. If you prefer your eggnog with spirits, try the eggnog at Helen. Helen’s Eggnog is crafted with Noble Oak bourbon, Amontillado sherry, egg, milk, cream, vanilla, and nutmeg.
WHERE: Helen| 2013 2nd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203| helenbham.com
Jenni’s holiday flavor ice creamJenni’s Splendid Ice Cream
Holiday ice cream flavors at Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams as released its Splendid Holiday pairings, full of classic holiday flavors including eggnog and peppermint. Here’s a rundown of what to expect:
Peppermint Bark with White Chocolate Peppermint & Darkest Chocolate. A peppermint mocha, Jeni’s style.
Spiked Eggnog with Boozy Eggnog. Like an Irish coffee, plus jingle bells.
Rum Punch with Rum Ball (dairy-free). Tastes like enjoying holiday cake for breakfast
WHERE: All Jenni’s Ice Cream locations