9th Annual Firkin Festival Announced in Mobile, AL

April 27, 2023 | Leave a Comment

Moe’s Original BBQ and Budweiser Busch Distributing announce the 9th Annual Firkin Festival to be held on Saturday, May 13th at 701 Spring Hill Avenue in downtown Mobile. Benefitting the Fuse Project, the craft beer event features local and regional breweries showcasing their creativity by adding unique flavors or spins on distinctive cask brewed ales. Firkins use a natural fermentation process to carbonate the beer. The liquid is typically served slightly below room temperature and will have a smoother, lighter carbonated body due to the natural carbonation process. This year’s participating breweries include Braided River, Fairhope, Oyster City, Back Forty, Ghost Train, Grayton, and Urban South.

“Each of the seven regional breweries are bringing a specialty beer that they have brewed just for this event,” said Ashley Wood, Craft Beer Manager for Budweiser-Busch Distributing. “They will be poured from a firkin, a barrel made of stainless steel that holds 10.8 gallons of beer.”

Doors for the festival will open at 2pm with a tapping ceremony at 2:30pm. Sampling ends at 5:30pm followed by an awards ceremony. Additionally, there will be live music from Fillmore’s Revival and cornhole competition. The all-inclusive Firkin Fest tickets are $25 in advance at eTix and Moe’s BBQ or $30 at door and includes entrance to the festival, samples of each firkin, crawfish, sample glass, koozie, literature, games and live music.

Recognized with many awards, Moe’s Original BBQ has been named one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish and Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal. Served with red BBQ and Alabama white sauces, Moe’s Original BBQ’s award-winning smoked menu features pulled pork, ribs, wings, turkey, chicken, sausage as well as fish and shrimp. Down home Southern sides and tasty desserts complete the menu. The 7400 square foot venue is also a popular nightlife spot with full premium bars, high definition TVs and live music.

For interviews, photos, a press kit, menus or media passes, contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about the event or Moe’s Original BBQ, visit Moe’s Original BBQ.

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Red Bluff Music and Arts Festival Announced in Montgomery, AL

March 17, 2023 | Leave a Comment

Vintage Hospitality Group presents the inaugural Red Bluff Music & Arts Festival on May 27th at the Riverwalk Amphitheater on the banks of the historic Alabama river. Gates open at 4pm with music starting at 4:30pm. Musicians for the event include headliner Robert Randolph Band along with Sweet Tea Trio, TUB and Blues Old Stand. DJ Jeffrey James will also be spinnin’ tunes. 

“Building community through music, art, and hospitality are common threads that tie us all together,” states festival organizer and Vintage Hospitality Group Proprietor Jud Blount. “Vintage Hospitality Group plans to bring more music, markets and festivals to Red Bluff Bar and Riverfront Amphitheater.”

General admission tickets are available for $25 in advance and $30 on the day of the event. A limited number of $100 VIP tickets will include VIP area near the stage with separate bathroom, seating, tables, and a private bar. Tickets go on sale on Friday at Eventbrite. 

Vintage Hospitality Group operates the fine-dining flagship restaurant, Vintage Year, as well as a coffee shop, daytime eatery and retail store, Vintage Café, in Montgomery’s historic Old Cloverdale neighborhood. Ravello Ristorante is its hot, new Italian establishment, along with several private event spaces located downtown. The company also owns the hydroponic farm MGM Greens and Red Bluff Bar, a venue that offers live music, beer, wine and small bites along the scenic Alabama riverfront. Vintage Hospitality Group’s national press accolades include receiving coverage in the New York Times, U.S. News & World Report, Garden & Gun, PBS NewsHour, USA Today, Forbes and Newsweek Magazines. 

For interviews, photos, media passes or additional information, please contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For more information about Red Bluff Music Festival including sponsorship and vending opportunities, please contact redbluffmgm@gmail.com.

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3rd Annual Drifter Fest Announced in Charleston

January 26, 2023 | Leave a Comment

The 3rd Annual Drifter Fest: Bert Griggs Memorial Jam will be held on Friday, March 31st from 6pm-11pm and Saturday, April 1st from 7pm-11pm at the Refinery Amphitheater in Downtown Charleston. Headliners for the live music event will be legendary bassist George Porter and his band the Runnin’ Pardners along with Southern rock band Tishamingo reuniting for a special performance. Supporting acts include Gavin Hamilton and Friends featuring Wallace Mullinax, Broken Speakers and Just Groove.

A portion of proceeds will benefit Carolina Studios and OHM Radio. Led by Hootie & the Blowfish’s Mark Bryan, the non-profit organization fosters creative, educational & career-focused initiatives for students through music, technology & media arts. 96.3 FM Ohm Radio provides non-commercial, locally-produced programming, dedicated to serving Charleston with a wide range of community perspectives and really good music. 

Presented by Drifter Merch, Ear for Music and The Refinery in partnership with local businesses, sponsors include Jack and Coke Ready-to-Drink Cocktail, Lunar Light Botanicals, Southern Flavor Magazine, Attorney Joe Good, Rodgers Wranglers, Eskimo Advertising, Carolina Audio Video, Closet Factory, Trial Attorneys Clawson Fargnoli & Utsey and MarkaBull. Providing a true festival experience, the event will have craft vendors such as Drifter Merch, Zinnialou Jewelry, GrillKilt, SunHeist Eyewear, Honey Creek Pottery and Sophie Kate Candles. Additionally, local favorite Home Team BBQ, the new Cleats restaurant and King of Pops will be on site.

One day general admission tickets are available for $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the event. Weekend passes for GA are $35 ADV, $40 DOS. VIP is sold out. Tickets are on sale now at drifterfest.com.

Drifter Fest celebrates the life of the late Bert Griggs. A huge fan of live music, he turned his passion into a well received apparel and accessories company, Drifter Merch, that was inspired by his favorite bands. Additionally, Bert was an amazing father, husband, son, brother, and friend. He had an innate ability to make everyone he met feel like they were the most important person in the room. Bert never met a stranger. In fact, he was everyone’s best friend. He had the sweetest soul and a tender heart that loved hard and deeply. Bert had a unique sense of humor with an infectious laugh and smile that could light up the darkest room. 

For interviews, photos, media passes, sponsorship or additional information, please contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For more information about the 3rd Annual Drifter Fest: Bert Griggs Memorial Jam, visit www.drifterfest.com. 

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Moe’s Original BBQ Expands to Spartanburg

January 13, 2023 | Leave a Comment

By the end of the month, Moe’s Original BBQ will open its second upstate location in Spartanburg at 578 N Church Street Suite D in the mixed use Hub development. Open daily at 11am, a trip to Moe’s is a chance to slow down, make connections, and enjoy quality recipes passed down for many generations. The award-winning smoked menu feeds the soul with many BBQ staples, tofu, catfish, mahi mahi and shrimp as well as a rotation of 60 traditional Southern sides and house made desserts. Families, workers and students can dine inside the 3200 square foot restaurant or enjoy a meal on the patio by one of the fire pits while watching sports on the TVs or kids playing cornhole in the greenspace. 

“With a successful location in Greenville, it only made sense to open our next location in Spartanburg,” said Co-owner Sam Ragland. “We felt the Hub was the perfect spot where there are currently not any BBQ options. It is a short walk to downtown and provides a gateway into the Northside neighborhood and Wofford College.”

Serving award-winning Alabama-style BBQ since 1988, Moe’s Original BBQ has been named in the Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal, one of the fastest growing, emerging restaurant chains by Restaurant Business Magazine, and one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish. Whether guests are gathering for a meal in the restaurant or enjoying whiskey and smoked meats at a Saturday afternoon tailgate, Moe’s Original BBQ strives to offer legendary experiences. Large party take out and catering are also available for any size party or event. 

For interviews, photos, a press kit, menus or complimentary media tasting, contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about Moe’s Original BBQ, visit Moe’s Original BBQ.

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Vintage Hospitality Group Recognized at Alabama Restaurant and Hospitality Association’s Stars of the Industry Awards

November 18, 2022 | Leave a Comment

Montgomery, Alabama-based Vintage Hospitality Group (VHG) received recognition across multiple categories at the Alabama Restaurant and Hospitality Association’s (ARHA) Stars of the Industry Awards annual dinner on November 14th. The event honors Alabama’s lodging, tourism and restaurant industry and represents over 1,200 members. A highlight from the evening included VHG’s Executive Chef Eric Rivera receiving the acclaimed Chef of the Year title for his work at Ravello.

Rivera’s extensive culinary skills, visionary leadership, entrepreneurial drive and community engagement were on full display this year as the VHG team opened their most ambitious project to date, Ravello Ristorante. This popular new Italian fine dining restaurant located in historic downtown Montgomery achieved national recognition for its wine program and hosted over 12,000 reservations within months of opening. Later this month, Ravello will open the city’s first and only rooftop bar, Bar Attico.

In addition, VHG Proprietor Jud Blount, named Restauranteur of the Year by ARHA in 2021, was selected as a finalist for ARHA’s Humanitarian Award, and VHG team members Maykol Garcia and J.R. Williams, both of Ravello Ristorante, were named finalists in the Front of the House Employee of the Year and Restaurant Manager of the Year categories. Ravello’s Beverage Director Joshua Hungerford competed as a finalist in the Bartender of the Year Competition as well.

“The Vintage Hospitality team is honored to receive this recognition from our partners and peers in the industry,” said Blount. “The high-quality experience we strive to create for our guests starts with each team member, and we are so proud of their dedication to delivering outstanding culinary and beverage selections with unparalleled service.”

In addition to Ravello Ristorante, Vintage Hospitality Group operates their fine-dining flagship restaurant, Vintage Year, as well as a coffee shop, daytime eatery and retail store, Vintage Café, in Montgomery’s historic Old Cloverdale neighborhood. The company also owns the hydroponic farm MGM Greens and Red Bluff Bar, a venue that offers live music, beer, wine and small bites along the scenic Alabama Riverfront.

For more information on Vintage Hospitality Group, please visit https://www.vintagehg.com/. For more information on the ARHA Stars of the Industry Awards, please visit https://www.arhaonline.com.

Release courtesy of the Lou Hammond Group. 

 

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New Moe’s Original BBQ Location to Open in Columbus, GA

August 26, 2022 | Leave a Comment

Moe’s Original BBQ will open in early Fall at 1421 6th Ave in Midcity Yards. A trip to Moe’s Original BBQ means a chance to slow down, make connections and enjoy quality recipes passed down for generations. In addition to award-winning food, the rib joint will have a full premium bar and entertainment in the evenings. Open daily from 11am-9pm, the 2200 square foot fast casual restaurant has a 900 square foot deck overlooking Fetch Park, a dog friendly social hub. Moe’s Original BBQ strives to offer a legendary experience whether guests are coming together for a meal in its restaurant or enjoying whiskey and smoked meats on a Saturday afternoon at a tailgate. 

“Being born and raised in Columbus, it has been really cool being able to come back to my hometown to open up a Moe’s Original BBQ here,” said owner Mac Watkins. “As I am already an partner at the Destin, Florida location, I know the awesome food, Southern hospitality and overall atmosphere will prosper here.”

“We are thrilled to welcome Moe’s Original BBQ to the Midcity Yards family,” says Chris Woodruff, President of The Cotton Companies. “This notable brand has cultivated a loyal following for their famous Alabama-style BBQ, and the Columbus community has been craving a staple like this to gather with friends and family over delicious Southern food. With Scofflaw Brewing opening directly across the hall and Fetch Park right outside, Midcity Yards is set to be an active all-day destination for our city.”

Serving Alabama-style BBQ since 1988, Moe’s Original BBQ has been named in the Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal, one of the fastest growing, emerging restaurant chains by Restaurant Business Magazine, and one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish. Served with red BBQ and Alabama white sauces, the award-winning smoked menu features pulled pork, ribs, wings, turkey and chicken as well as fish and shrimp selections. Prepared fresh daily, a rotation of 60 traditional Southern sides and house made desserts are also offered. Customers can dine in, take out or order catering for parties and events. 

Founded in 2016, The Cotton Companies is a Columbus-based real estate development and investment firm that creates community, human connection, and prosperity through the built environment. They focus on commercial development, stabilized asset investment, and adaptive reuse conversions that honor architectural, cultural, and historic context. Their flexible, entrepreneurial, and aggressive approach to real estate development focuses on adaptive reuse, sustainability, and transformative change. The end result is an asset that provides a sound financial return, is aesthetically pleasing, rooted in its history, culture, people, and place, and enhances the community it calls home. You can find more information at thecottoncompanies.com.

For photos, press kit, menus or to set up media tastings, interviews and cooking segments, please contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about Moe’s Original BBQ, visit www.moesoriginalbbq.com. 

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Moe’s Original BBQ in Charlottesville, VA Changes Ownership and Hours

August 18, 2022 | Leave a Comment

Moe’s Original BBQ has changed ownership after seven years. Mike and Ashleigh Abrams have sold the 2119 Ivy Road location to local restauranteur Derek Bond. Starting on Tuesday, Moe’s will continue operating as normal with manager Christina Blount still in charge along with the same great staff. Additionally, on Sunday, August 28th, the fast casual restaurant will be open seven days a week from 11am-8pm. 

“Derek’s a respected member of the Charlottesville community with years of experience in the culinary industry,” said Ashleigh Abrams. “We are so excited for the new ownership and leadership that will carry on the Moe’s experience on Ivy Road as well as continue rockin’ the food truck around town.”

“Moe’s is a cool concept with some of the best Southern made from scratch food that I have ever enjoyed,” stated Bond. “It also offers a very lively atmosphere that is fun and caters to customers looking to get a quick bite or hang around to enjoy the vibe and company of others.”

Recognized with many awards, Moe’s Original BBQ has been named one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish and Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal. Served with red BBQ and Alabama white sauces, Moe’s Original BBQ’s award-winning smoked menu features pulled pork, ribs, wings, smoked turkey, chicken as well as catfish and shrimp. Down home Southern sides and tasty desserts complete the menu. While providing a family-friendly atmosphere and outdoor patio, Moe’s Original BBQ is a local watering hole for the surrounding neighborhoods as well as a go-to hang out for all UVA students.

For interviews, photos, a press kit, menus or complimentary media tasting, contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about Moe’s Original BBQ, visit Moe’s Original BBQ.

 
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8th Annual Firkin Fest Set in Downtown Mobile, AL

April 11, 2022 | Leave a Comment

Moe’s Original BBQ and Budweiser Busch Distributing announce the 8th Annual Firkin Festival to be held on Saturday, May 14th at 701 Spring Hill Avenue in downtown Mobile. Benefiting Fuse Project, the craft beer event features local and regional breweries showcasing their creativity by adding unique flavors or spins on distinctive cask brewed ales. Firkins use a natural fermentation process to carbonate the beer. The liquid is typically served slightly below room temperature and will have a smoother, lighter carbonated body due to the natural carbonation process. This year’s participating breweries include Back Forty, Braided River, Fairhope, Folklore, Ghost Train, Grayton Beer, Oyster City, Props and Urban South.

“Each of the nine regional breweries are bringing a specialty beer that they have brewed just for this event,” said Ashley Wood, Craft Beer Manager for Budweiser-Busch Distributing. “They will be poured from a firkin, a barrel made of stainless steel that holds `10.8 gallons of beer.”

Doors for the festival will open at 2pm with a tapping ceremony at 2:30pm. Sampling ends at 5:30pm followed by an awards ceremony. Additionally, there will be live music from East LA Fadeaway and cornhole competition. The all-inclusive Firkin Fest tickets are $25 in advance at eTix, $30 at door and includes entrance to the festival, samples of each firkin, crawfish, sample glass, koozie, literature, games and live music.

Recognized with many awards, Moe’s Original BBQ has been named one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish and Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal. Served with red BBQ and Alabama white sauces, Moe’s Original BBQ’s award-winning smoked menu features pulled pork, ribs, wings, turkey, chicken, sausage as well as catfish and shrimp. Down home Southern sides and tasty desserts complete the menu. The 7400 square foot venue is also a popular nightlife spot with full premium bars, high definition TVs and live music. 

For interviews, photos, a press kit, menus or complimentary media tasting, contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about the event or Moe’s Original BBQ, visit Moe’s Original BBQ.

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Moe’s Original BBQ Set to Open in Hartselle, AL

February 22, 2022 | 1 Comment

After owning Moe’s Original BBQ locations in Decatur and Priceville, Ryan Helsley is bringing the award-winning eatery on March 7th to Hartselle at 200 Main St W. in the former Bentley’s at the Outhouse spot. Serving up a Southern Soul Food Revival, the fast casual restaurant features Alabama-style BBQ and down home sides and desserts served in a large dining room with outdoor seating in the rear. For locals looking for a a cool place to hang out, eat great food and drink a beer, this rib joint will be perfect. Patrons will enjoy a full bar with 13 TVs, a pool table and nightly events throughout the week such as karaoke, bingo, and live music. Dine in, take out and catering for parties and special events is also available. There is also an upstairs mezzanine available for full service private events such as wedding parties, birthdays, reunions and more.  

“Opening a location in Hartselle had been on my mind for awhile. As this spot is in the heart of the up and coming downtown area, it seemed like the right time and location for a Moe’s,” said Helsley. “We already do tons of catering business in the area and the residents are already familiar with our brand.”

Serving Alabama-style BBQ since 1988, Moe’s Original BBQ has been named in the Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal, one of the fastest growing, emerging restaurant chains by Restaurant Business Magazine, and one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish. Guests can dine in or take out daily starting at 11am. Full service catering for parties and events is also available.

To learn more information about Moe’s Original BBQ, please visit www.moesoriginalbbq.com. For interviews, photos, press kit, menus or to set up a cooking segment, contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com.

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Moe’s Original BBQ Announces The Infamous Stringdusters Listening Parties

February 11, 2022 | Leave a Comment

Prior to The Infamous Stringdusters releasing its latest record, select Moe’s Original BBQs across the country will exclusively host listening parties on Thursday, February 17th starting at 5pm. Fans are invited to come listen to the new album, Toward the Fray, grab some Bama-style BBQ and enjoy brews and bushwackers. In addition to listening to the new album, guests can enjoy various food and drink specials, ticket giveways (in cities where the band is touring) and more.

“There’s something to be said about the relationship between music, great food and good times. So it came to us as a no-brainer to partner with Moe’s Original BBQ for a nationwide listening party,” said The Infamous Stringdusters. “We encourage everyone to come and get down on some award-winning ‘que and saddle up to enjoy our new album, Toward the Fray before it comes out on Feb 18th on Americana Vibes.”

Serving Alabama-style BBQ since 1988, Moe’s Original BBQ has been named in the Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal, one of the fastest growing, emerging restaurant chains by Restaurant Business Magazine, and one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish. Guests can dine in or take out daily starting at 11am. Full service catering for parties and events is also available. To learn more information about Moe’s Original BBQ, please visit www.moesoriginalbbq.com. For interviews, photos, press kit, menus or to set up a cooking segment, please contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com.

The Infamous Stringdusters is a progressive acoustic/bluegrass band, who first emerged in 2006, consisting of members Andy Hall (dobro), Chris Pandolfi (banjo), Andy Falco (guitar), Jeremy Garrett (fiddle) and Travis Book (bass). The “Dusters” have won multiple awards at the IBMAs and earned a Grammy for Best Bluegrass Album. Once again, the band is currently nominated for a Grammy for the album, A Tribute to Bill Monroe. In support of the new release, the band will be touring nationwide. To learn more about the band, tour dates or purchase the new album, visit www.thestringdusters.com. For media inquiries and interviews, please contact Maria Ivey of IVPR at maria@ivpr.com.

 

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