Uber Ridesharing Arrives
Now you can jump on your smartphone and access a new form of safe and reliable transportation in the city. Yes, Uber has arrived. The ridesharing service began just in time for the Birmingham Bowl and New Year’s Eve festivities. Uber users are reporting uber happiness with the convenient ridesharing service. https://www.uber.com/cities/birmingham-al
City Launches First U.S. Electric Bike Sharing
Uber rides aren’t the only thing we share. Zyp Bike Share is another new program in the Birmingham sharing economy. Zyp launched in October with 300 lime green bikes zipping around town in what is the country’s most modern and efficient electric bike sharing program. Stop by one of 30 easy-to-use kiosks and pedal off. www.zypbikeshare.com
Cool Place for Hot Tamales
Seems like an interesting new eatery opens every day in Birmingham. The latest to catch our eye is Delta Blues Hot Tamales in the quaint Cobb Lane area. Among the tasty menu items are spicy pork tamales, catfish, black bean and sweet potato tacos, jambalaya and butterbean hummus. No wonder Birmingham is the talk the culinary elite. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Delta-Blues-Hot-Tamales/609910252457073
Diana Arrives in the Name of Love
The legendary Diana Ross brings all the anticipated drama to town with her “In the Name of Love Tour” February 5. She will perform in the intimate setting of the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Center Concert Hall. No, you can’t hurry love but you can hurry and get your tickets. http://www.ticketmaster.com/venueartist/262204/736009?brand=bjcc