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Huntsville Compost

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Food Scraps into Food Security

Are you trying to live a “greener” life? Huntsville has been working towards a cleaner existence for the last few years and luckily we have one more program that is helping that initiative – thanks to Huntsville Compost and Duncan Farms.

Food scraps accounts for nearly 30% of the waste put out by most homes. Currently, this goes into landfills and causes issues ranging from increasing global warming, to poisoned groundwater. Composting is the start of a solution!

For $35.99 a month, you can help save the world!

Sign Up Today

How the Compost Program Works:

  1. Sign up for the weekly Huntsville Compost Program at the link above and a bucket and liner will be delivered to you.
  2. Each week they will pick up the lining from your bucket which is a fully compostable plastic bag.
  3. You will earn a credit each week and you can redeem that credit in the Duncan Farm Store.
  4. Just that simple!
Compost FAQs
Why Compost?
Contact Huntsville Compost

“Each week we will pick up your food scraps from our easy to use, no smell, compost bucket! You earn farm credits you can turn into real food – delivered right to your door!” – Donovan Duncan

Sponsored by:

Duncan Farms

Looking for more fresh and healthy things?

Check out our Farm Fresh Guide.

5 Things to do This Weekend – February 12

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Between Mardi Gras celebrations and Valentine’s Day – there are several events happening this weekend! Don’t forget to check out our Valentine’s Day and Eating Your Way Through Mardi Gras blogs.

Things to do This Weekend in Huntsville, AL, February 12 – 14, 2021

1. Von Brewski Beer Festival

Date & Time:
Friday, February 12 6 – 9 p.m.
Saturday, February 13 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | 3 – 6 p.m | 7 – 10 p.m.
Location: Mars Music Hall
Event Information

For 2021, the Fifth Annual Von Brewski Beer Festival will look a little (let’s be honest – a lot!) different; BUT, there will be plenty of beer on tap, live music, and of course (pre-made) pretzel necklaces!

2. Bridge the Ballet

Date: February 12 – 14
Time: Check event for times
Location: 3401 Holmes Ave NW, Huntsville, AL 35816
Event Information

The performance will feature Affectionately Yours, a Valentine’s Day favorite, a collection of vignettes of human emotion: love, inspiration, happiness, and hope, dedicated to the city of Huntsville and the community that supports the Huntsville Ballet.

3. Super Saturday Sidewalk Sale

Date: Saturday, February 13
Time: 11am – 3pm
Location: Downtown Huntsville Square
Event Information

This event is going to have local art vendors, musicians, retail deals and discounts, and giveaways!

4. Mardi Gras MidCity

Date: Saturday, February 13
Time: 11am – 9pm
Location: The Camp / MidCity
Event Information

Come celebrate Huntsville’s immersive Mardi Gras at MidCity with a mask-required, all-outdoor concert event that will transport you RIGHT to the French Quarter with authentic New Orleans cuisine, beverages from Bourbon Street, and Grammy-award winning music. 

5. Cold Hands, Warm Hearts: Jazz McKenzie Valentines Night

Date: Sunday, February 14
Time: 6 – 9pm
Location: Stovehouse
Event Information

Come enjoy a socially distant Valentine’s lawn party. Great restaurants, drinks, coffee, patio heaters, fire pits & free live music!

For even more stuff to do, check out our Events Calendar!

Planning for Valentine’s Day

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couple on a date outside in the snow

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner – we have a few ideas to help when you are planning! Please wear your mask, be safe, and only do things you are comfortable with. A romantic night at home is perfectly okay!

Reservation for Two

Feeling like a night out? Make a reservation for a socially distant yet romantic evening at a place like Char, Mezza Luna, or Tom Brown’s. You could also just enjoy drinks at Catacomb435 or the new Stella Elixir Lounge.

Get Outdoors

Looking for an outdoor adventure? Check out our list of Greenways and Trails! There is a new greenway in South Huntsville you should add to your list. We also recommend a stroll through the Huntsville Botanical Garden – bonus they are hosting Dog Days!

Artistic Flair

The Huntsville Museum of Art is showing The World of Frida Art exhibit which is sure to impress. You could also set out on a public art hunt – use the Spaces App from Arts Huntsville to track down sculptures and murals.

Romance and Views

Find a spot to take in the scenery! BarVista has a great view of Big Spring Park – plus amazing drinks! You can also visit Burritt on the Mountain to see an amazing view of all of Huntsville and explore the historic park.

Coffee and Donuts

Early birds? Start with a coffee date at any of these amazing Coffee Stops then grab a donut at Big Foot Little Donuts or The Donut Hole. Bubby’s Diner should also be open around Valentine’s Day – if you want to try out the new breakfast spot.

Swapping Interests

Find something that interests you both and do a swap. Stop by Lowe Mill and swap local art. Grab books at Snail on the Wall and start reading! You could even grab some vibes by picking out a vinyl or two at Vertical House Records.

Sound of Love

Missing live music? Check out the schedules for places like Sidetracks Music Hall, Stovehouse, or Mars Music Hall for some local lineups.

Patio Dining

If the weather is nice, Huntsville has several patios that would make for a romantic and socially distant evening. Check out Domaine South, Rhythm on Monroe, Humphrey’s Bar and Grill, or Commerce Kitchen. Call ahead to see if you can reserve seating!

Check out our Event Calendar for more date night ideas

100+ Things to Eat

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Below we have over 100 things for you to eat, drink, and enjoy in Huntsville and Madison this year. Treat this as a bucket list – and let us know what you loved and what we should add for next year!

pizza and salad

Things You Gotta Eat & Drink in 2021

1892 East – Chicken And Waffles

Alchemy – Max-A-Million

Ale’s Kitchen – Southern Bbq Poutine

Angel’s Island Coffee – Vanilla Chai Latte

Baby Bite Bake Shop – Chocolate Espresso

Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar – Bad Ass Burger

Bandito Burrito – Mexican Tacos

Bark N Barrel – The Tex

bark and barrell pork and cookie lunch

BarVista – Gulf Shrimp Avocado Toast

Beast Mode – Cuban Burger

Below The Radar – Fish And Chips

Big Ed’S Pizza – Big 8 Pizza

Big Oh’s – Beef And Leaf

Big Shake’s Hot Chicken – Big Shakes Combo Platter

Big Spring Cafe – Chili Burger

Bigfoot’s Little Donuts – Apple Butter Donuts

Blue Plate Cafe – The Big Blue

Boot Pizzeria – Creme Brulee

creme brulee at boot pizzeria

Buena Vista – Taco El Pastor

Cajun Steamer – Oysters Rockefeller

Canadian Bakin – Lox and Loaded Bagel Sandwich

Casa Blanca – Pollo Loco

Champy’s – Mississippi Delta Hot Tamales

Char – The Beefeater

Chef Will The Palate – Portebella Steak And Cheese Sandwich

Chopchop Fresh Salads – Baked & Boujee Salad

Chuy’s Tex Mex – Chuychanga

Commerce Kitchen – Fried Green Tomato Benedict

Cotton Row – Hot Smoked Muscovy Duck Breast

Cozy Cow – Bahama Berry Smoothie

Crickets – Teriyaki Chicken Sandwich

Dallas Mill Deli – Southern Reuben

Dolce Pan – Triplet Sandwich

Domaine South – Charcuterie Board

Earth And Stone Wood Fired Pizza – The Chicken Pesto

pizza on the patio

Edgar’s Bakery – Marilyn Monroe Sandwich

El Azteca – Enchiladas A La Crema

El Cazidor – #1 Tacos With Steak

El Herradura – Carna Asada

Farm Burger – Housemade Vegan Burger

Fire and Spice Smokehouse – Southern Belle Taco

G’s Country Kitchen – Catfish Plate

Gibson’s Bar-B-Q – Pork Potato

Good Company Cafe – Dad’S Egg Sandwich

Grille 29 – Filet 29

Hildegard’s German Cuisine – Falscher Hase

Honest Coffee – Kona Bowl

Humphrey’S Bar & Grill – Southern Fried Chicken Wrap

I Love Bacon – Miami Sound Machine Sandwich

Jack Brown’s – Elvis Burger

burger with sweat potato fries


Just Love Coffee – Chocolate Chip Cookie Waffle

Kamado Ramen – Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen

La Esquina Cocina – Chile en nogada

Little Rosie’s – Pocket Taco

Maki Fresh – Massaman Curry Bowl

Manic Organic – The Lamb Burger

Mason Dixon Baker & Bistro – Md Burger

Mei Wei – Teriyaki Chicken

Melt – Mac Melt

Mezza Luna – Chicken Marsala

Moe’s Original BBQ – Redneck Nachos

Moon Bakeshop – Ham + Havarti

Mountain Valley Pizzeria & Bakery – Fat Tony Pizza

Mr. Biggs – Turkey Legs

New Orleans Lunchbox – Gumbo Chicken & Sausage

Nicks Restaurante – Bone-In Ribeye

Offbeat Coffee Studio – Avocado Bagel

Oh Crépe – Oreo Matcha

Ol’ Heidelberg – Goulash

Old Greenbrier – Hushpuppies

hush puppies in a basket

Olde Towne Coffee – Americano

Oshi Poke Bowl & Sushi – Mango Albacore Bowl

Pane E Vino – Butternut Squash Ravioli

Parm & Pepper – Goucho Burger

Peppered Pig – Fire in the Hole Burger

Phat Sammy’s – Buddha’s Delight Sandwich

Phil Sandoval’s – Sanantonio Enchiladas

Piper & Leaf – Front Porch Special Tea

glass jar with sweet tea

Pizzelle’s Confections – Sugar Shack Chocolate

Po Boy Factory – Jambalaya

Pofta Buna – Nutella Crepe

Purveyor – Truffle Mac And Cheese

Rock N Roll Sushi – Metallica Roll

Sam & Greg’s – Garden Pizza

veggie pizza

Sip – Old Fashioned With 1792 High Rye

Stanlieo’s – Pepper Steak Combo

Steak Out – 10Oz Steak Tips

Stone Age Korean Steakhouse – Spicy Pork Belly

Super Chix – Cordon Bleu Fried Sandwich

sandwich from superchix

Superhero Chefs – Waffle Sandwich

Surin – Moo Nom Tok

Suzy’S Pops – Raspberry Cream

Taco Mama – Yo Momma Burrito

Ted’s Bbq – Signature Wings

wings with white and spicy sauce

Tenders – The “Big Daddy”

Thai Garden – Kao Pad

The Bottle – Pan Seared Georges Bank Sea Scallops

The Brass Tap – Sirloin Steak Nachos

The Martin Bar & Bistro – Chicken & Waffels (Brunch)

The Poppy and Parliament – Shane’s Old English Bangers and Mash

The Veggie – Seefood Pasta

Three Scoops – Butter Pecan Ice Cream

Tom Brown’s – Tomahawk Steak

Touchdown Wings – Traditional Lemon Pepper Wing Combo

Toybox Bistro – Pb & Yay! Burger

Urban Cookhouse – Grilled Pineapple Ham Sandwich

Viet Huong – Lemongrass With Tofu

Yoshi Sushi Fusion – Tiger Makimono

Things to do in Huntsville

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