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Yardsales & Restaurants

July 9, 2007 By Rhoda 38 Comments

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Of course, I found a couple of keepers this weekend…how could I not? This aqua old bottle was $2 & looks very much at home here in the den entertainment center.

This cute little bunny needlepoint pillow was $2 & I’m keeping him! With my love of bunnies, he is a welcome little addition to our house. Right now he is sitting on a guestroom bed.
This pic doesn’t do this dress justice, but it’s the cutest little linen turquoise dress(matches my eyes!) for $3. Pretty embroidered flowers on the bottom hem. And I wore it to church on Sunday.

And, one more little piece of creamware for my collection, $3.00, a little soup or gravy tureen.

That’s all for me, but check out the shop today for more finds!

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Sandi, over at Whistlestop Cafe, tagged me last week for a restaurant meme (how in the world do you pronounce that & what exactly is it…is it mimi…someone please tell me?? LOL). Anyway, I am going to list 5 of my favorite restaurants in Birmingham. Well, this might be a little boring, but I’ll give it a shot anyway. We don’t go out to eat at fancy restaurants all that often anymore, but I’ll come up with some others since Sandy named 3 of our favorites already. I think you all know I’m in Birmingham, AL. I think I’ll break the rules & not tag anyone else. Can I do that? I think I just did!

Here are the rules:
*Link to the name of the person that tagged you
*Include state and country you live in
*List top 5 favorite local restaurants
*Tag 5 other people and let them know they’ve been tagged


1. Jim & Nicks BBQ – We go to the Hwy. 280 location & it is the best BBQ in town, as far as we’re concerned. I always get the same thing…chopped pork plate with homemade french fries, coleslaw & the best cheese muffins you’ve ever put in your mouth! YUM…it’s good! B’ham is known for it’s BBQ, which I did not know until we moved here.

2. Giuseppe’s Cafe – 925 Eight St. South From City Scene: “If Grandma’s Italian cooking is what you’re after, head to Giuseppe’s, which specializes in pizza, pasta and friendly service.” We visited here for lunch one day. It’s right off I-65, sort of in a neighborhood, & the food was really very good. Have only been there once, but we’d go again. Very casual, but good Italian fare.

3. Classic Joe’s – This place is close to our home & we used to go there quite a bit last summer when my hubby’s son was working there. It’s more of an upscale (but not extremely so) kind of place, with good American food done very well. There’s a big oak tree out front with a huge deck built around it & they have live music on the weekends. Great place to sit & chill. The vanilla bread pudding is to die for!!

4. The Fish Market – I have to include this wonderful place too, even though it’s on Sandi’s list also. I had never seen a fish restaurant quite like this one until we came over here. My hubby loves this place & couldn’t wait for us to go there & again, we are hooked. There’s a new location out in our neck of the woods & that’s the one we frequent. Wonderful fresh seafood, family friendly, & great prices too!

5. Edgar’s Bakery & Cafe – I met some friends here for lunch a few weeks ago & was pleasantly surprised at what a great lunch menu they have. We got there early & it’s a good thing, because lots of folks showed up for lunch. You can also grab something from the bakery on your way out the door. The baked goods will make you drool just looking at them through the glass! I have heard that this place has been around forever & they are known as THE bakery around here.

Edited to Add: We have been out to several of the more upscale places here in Birmingham & I’ll give them a big shout-out too. The Copper Grill (went there on my birthday one year) is superb for seafood & steaks, as is Shula’s. We’ve also been to the Hot & Hot Fish Club & Bottega (stepson worked there for several months last year too). Both of those were really great, pricey, but really good food. You know…the more upscale restaurants that have a wonderful presentation, delicious food, but you leave hungry?? So, that’s one reason why we don’t do upscale all the time. Classic Joe’s, that I’ve already mentioned is very good too & they give you plenty of food. I guess that’s one of my pet peeves. You spend a ton of money for a great meal & leave hungry? Something is wrong with that! Cause I’m tellin’ y’all, I can really pack it in when I’m hungry!

That’s it for the restaurant meme! I’m still learning about Birmingham, since we haven’t been here all that long. If anyone else wants to play, just let me know! Have a great week!

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  1. Julie says

    July 9, 2007 at 9:49 am

    Oh – those are great finds! I love the bunny pillow and your creamware collection is really growing….uhh – time for a bigger display shelf!

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  2. Susie Q says

    July 9, 2007 at 9:59 am

    Wonderful finds Rhoda! I adore the tureen and, of course, the bunny pillow!!

    Someone beat me to the black and white garden piece and the yellow vase (Kim maybe? *smile*)…YOu always have such sweet things! Loved that dear painting too!

    I keep checking!

    One of these days I will be quick enough!

    Love the restaurant meme. I have not been to Birmingham in a few years but, if we return, I will check out your picks!

    Hugs,
    Sue

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  3. Lisa says

    July 9, 2007 at 10:04 am

    for special occaisons, try The Highlands Bar and Grill – very upscale and the jack Daniels ice Cream is to die for!!

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  4. the feathered nest says

    July 9, 2007 at 10:12 am

    That bunny pillow is so perfect for your home. Very Cute! It’s great that you keep finding those wonderful creamware pieces for your collection!

    We got Jim & Nicks not too far from us last year. It’s always packed!

    I thought it’s pronouced “mimi” like it all about me, me!

    Manuela

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  5. restyled home says

    July 9, 2007 at 10:54 am

    Hi rhoda,
    Thanks for visiting my blog and for the nice comment. Yours is definitely one of my favorite stops but right now I’m green with envy. That creamware soup tureen is heavenly. Oh how I wish I could tag along on one of your thrifting trips!! I promise I wouldn’t trip you to get at the good stuff before you!! LOL

    Have a great week,
    Linda

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  6. Deserae says

    July 9, 2007 at 11:24 am

    Rhoda,you really picked up some great finds this weekend!! I love the bunny pillow of course and the tureen and bottle are great finds too! Okay….I’m off to see if I *need* anything from your store :o)
    -Des

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  7. Steph says

    July 9, 2007 at 11:48 am

    I am so jealous! You got some great things! Anytime I have ever ventured to a yard sale, they have had nothing but junk~ stuff that should have gone to the dump in my opinion!

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  8. Belle-ah says

    July 9, 2007 at 12:05 pm

    I would love, love, love to lunch at Edgars! They are truly a Southern landmark!

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  9. PAT says

    July 9, 2007 at 1:16 pm

    More nifty things Rhoda!

    Your restaurant places all look like great places!

    I too, keep checking in at the store!!

    Pat

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  10. Susan Ramey Cleveland says

    July 9, 2007 at 2:01 pm

    Edgar’s Strawberry Cake!!!! M-m-m! Love your blog
    –Susan from Leeds, Ala.

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  11. Sue says

    July 9, 2007 at 3:39 pm

    Rhoda,
    Good finds, I love the cute bunny pillow with the picket fence and blue sky. That little dress will be adorable on you.
    I’m going to skip the meme since we don’t eat out that much either but I think it’s a cute one and hope that some one in my area does one since we are relatively new here too.
    Sue

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  12. Rosemary says

    July 9, 2007 at 3:51 pm

    I love your finds!!
    Looks like you have some great eateries in your town.
    Rosemary

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  13. Andi says

    July 9, 2007 at 4:07 pm

    Wow…you got some great things! Love the little bunny pillow and the soup/gravy tureen.

    Next time we’re in Birmingham we’ll have to try some of the restaurants you mentioned. They all sound delightful!

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  14. Deb says

    July 9, 2007 at 6:54 pm

    Love your little needlepoint Bunny pillow – a great find & great price! Love the restaurant meme – I just did an “8 random things meme” :-}

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  15. Southern Heart says

    July 9, 2007 at 8:19 pm

    I love your finds, Rhoda! (that bunny pillow would have been calling my name if you’d sold it ;). I’m glad that you’re finding some fun things of your own, too!

    I’ll do a restaurant tag on my next post, too…that was fun!

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  16. Naturegirl says

    July 9, 2007 at 9:41 pm

    You certainly got a few bargains at the sale! So we have the same lamps love bunnies and display shells in our home..more similarities!hugs NG

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  17. justabeachkat says

    July 9, 2007 at 11:32 pm

    Great finds again. You go girl!

    Love your list! We love Jim & Nicks and are happy we have one here too.

    Hugs!
    Kat

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  18. Melissa says

    July 9, 2007 at 11:49 pm

    Edgar’s cakes are AWESOME!!!

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  19. Seeker says

    July 10, 2007 at 1:23 am

    I am LOL’ing…for real! I have that same little creaware tureen and just love it to pieces, it’s one of my favorite things! You and I could be family, Rhoda, LOL!

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  20. Felicia says

    July 10, 2007 at 4:07 am

    Love your new treasures! 🙂

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