Here are two excellent reviews of Birmingham's FoodBlogSouth 2012 from someone with a much better view than I and a sponsor, Bruce Shaw from Harvard Common Press. Take time to read more about what Birmingham has to offer!
Food Blog South 2012
Birmingham Eats
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Last Friday and Saturday, I attended FoodBlogSouth 2012 in Birmingham. The organizer, Jason Horn, announced at the end of the Media Skills Seminar on Friday that Birmingham had the second largest food blogger conference in the country, with 183 registered and growing.
Saturday's sessions were held in Old Car Heaven, a large warehouse that houses a local attorney's collection of automobiles. Despite a few issues - every event has a few - it was incredible (and a little intimidating) for someone who considers food blogging a hobby to be surrounded by all the real "foodies" and professionals.
Around the perimeter were sponsors offering food bites, information, and other goodies. Many of these items were found in our swag bags. I skipped the post-party and drove directly to Best Buy to look at cameras, thus the residual of having such a conference in our city.
For in-depth coverage of the event, see Beverly Taylor's column for The Birmingham News: FoodBlogSouth 2012 replete with good drink, food and tips
Note: Check out the watermelon carvings at the National Watermelon Promotion Board. So creative!
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