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It’s clear that out of the many stars that fell on Alabama, Chef Jim Smith is one of the brightest in the bunch.

We are just a week shy from The Wharf Uncorked Food & Wine Festival and you know what that means? It’s about time to get our wine on! We recently sat down with Jeremy Williams of Alabama Crown Distributing Company and picked his brain about all things vino. Here is a toast from an expert in anticipation of the big event!    

Living in the South, particularly along the Gulf Coast, we are privileged to taste the bounty from local waters and area farms. There is something satisfying about the flavor of fish caught within miles of home or shelling green beans picked straight from grandma’s backyard.

The demand for mutt-welcome restaurants, stores, and parks has skyrocketed and we are happy to assert that The Wharf has always been ahead of the curve. We are a proud pooch-promoting destination, no fluff about it! 

The Wharf’s Pre-Fall Season (the time between summer and football) is here! And there’s no better time to visit the Gulf Coast than right after the crowd settles down a bit.

With so much to do at The Wharf, it can be easy to miss some of the secret gems. That’s why we’ve compiled a list to get you started on creating the perfect itinerary for your visit!