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U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville of Alabama and Cindy Hyde-Smith of Mississippi introduced new legislation last week aimed at making seafood labeling more transparent for American consumers.
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 11/3/25 |
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Cooler temperatures are on the horizon, which means soups will be back on the menu in full force. A filling soup can be the ideal meal when the mercury drops, particularly when it incorporates fall …
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10/31/25
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After a high-energy weekend of cooking up competition, four Gulf Coast chefs have made it back home from the World Food Championships (WFC) in Indianapolis; returning with new knowledge, fun stories …
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/30/25 |
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Just in time for Halloween, hosts who want to put their candymaking skills to the test can offer guests the ultimate sweet treat. Homemade lollipops can be customized to any flavor or color, which …
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10/24/25
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LOXLEY — Culinary students at Baldwin Preparatory Academy are now serving their dishes to all as Blaze Bistro is now open to the public.
Blaze Bistro serves as a hands-on classroom setting …
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/22/25 |
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A new Chick-fil-A is in the works and coming to Fairhope.
The new Chick-fil-A will be within the Plantation Pointe shopping center, where Ruby Tuesday used to be, at the corner of Fairhope …
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BY COLIN JAMES
GCM Staff Journalist colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/22/25 |
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A follow-up investigation conducted by SeaD Consulting using its RIGHTTest™ (Rapid ID Genetic High-Accuracy Test) has revealed new insights into shrimp sourcing integrity at Gulf Shores-area …
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10/22/25
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Everyone should have a go-to whole chicken recipe in their culinary repertoire. While roasting a chicken certainly gets the job done, it's hard to beat the flavor profile of a chicken cooked low and …
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10/17/25
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On-site DNA testing of shrimp is underway at the 52nd Annual National Shrimp Festival, which opened Thursday, as organizers work to ensure compliance with Alabama’s new seafood labeling laws.
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10/10/25
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Candy and other sweets are enjoyed in full force on Halloween. Whether trick-or-treaters are scouring the town looking to increase their treasure trove or guests are spending time at a party circling …
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10/10/25
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A new job is to be featured at this year's Annual National Shrimp Festival as the Chief Shrimp Investigator (CSI) will ensure that all vendors are complying with state seafood laws.
Chandra …
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/9/25 |
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To ensure all shrimp sold at the Annual National Shrimp Festival comply with new state seafood labeling laws, organizers have established a partnership with SeaD Consulting to DNA test shrimp sold at …
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10/7/25
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National Hispanic Heritage Month is an annual, month-long celebration that begins on Sept. 15 and lasts through Oct. 15. The month recognizes the culture, history and contributions of American …
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9/5/25
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Freshly caught and prepared catfish is a notable dish in the American south. Catifsh is an oft-overlooked option elsewhere in the country, but more might pine for it if they knew of its mild, …
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8/22/25
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Country-fried or chicken-fried are terms given to breaded and deep-fried poultry and meat. In fact, chicken-fried steak is an institution in the American South, where thinly sliced cuts of cubed …
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8/1/25
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Chicken wings are a staple offering at sports watch parties, picnics, happy hours and much more. Buffalo style wings are perhaps the most recognized version of this beloved finger food, but the …
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7/18/25
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Country cooking means different things to different people. For many, it is the comfort foods they grew up with. From fried chicken to mac and cheese to meatloaf, there are plenty of dishes that fall …
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6/20/25
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Sliders are pint-sized sandwiches that pack a wallop of flavor into each bite.
There are different stories regarding how sliders came to be. Some posit that the name came from the fact that …
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6/6/25
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Seafood is a healthy addition to any diet. Seafood, whether it's fish, mollusks or crustaceans, tends to be lower in calories and saturated fat than meat- or poultry-based protein sources, and it may …
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5/29/25
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Adjusting diet is a necessity for someone with food allergies, intolerances or a condition like irritable bowel syndrome. Although an individual may understand the need to avoid certain foods, it can …
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3/28/25
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