By Kristi Sellers
Enjoy a sampling of Hoover’s best restaurants, chefs and caterers on October 3 from 5–8 pm at Aldridge Gardens. This annual event allows locals and visitors alike to indulge in some of the most delicious eats in the area—without leaving the Gardens.
Taste of Hoover 2024 will showcase a variety of culinary styles from more than two dozen Hoover restaurants and vendors, which means attendees can sample a large variety of food and beverages in one convenient location and for a reasonable price.
Tickets sales, which start at $45 and include admission to the event and samplings, help benefit Aldridge Gardens.
For this autumn evening event, Aldridge Gardens will be adorned with ambient lighting and feature live entertainment. Meet up with friends and make new acquaintances under the strings of lights as you listen to music and sample delicious fare.
Off-site parking and a free shuttle will be offered for the event. Patrons can park at the former Bed Bath and Beyond location at the Riverchase Crossings Shopping Center on U.S. 31.
Aldridge Gardens is a staple in Birmingham, and especially in Hoover. This is the former property of Mr. Eddie and Kay Aldridge. Mr. Aldridge, a horticulturist, purchased the grounds from the Coxe family in 1977. He had a vision to turn the grounds into a public space. In 1997, the city of Hoover purchased the land now known as Aldridge Gardens.
For more information and tickets to Taste of Hoover, check out the Aldridge Gardens website at aldridgegardens.com. Tickets are $45 for Aldridge Gardens members and $50 for non-members.
At the time of printing, the following restaurants, caterers, dessert and beverage companies plan to participate in the 2024 Taste of Hoover:
Restaurants, Caterers and Desserts
Twin Peaks Restaurant
East 59 Café
Sweet Claire’s Caboose
Rock N Roll Sushi
Happy Catering Co
Edible Arrangements
Tre Luna Bar and Kitchen/Tre Luna Catering
Newk’s Eatery
Savoie Catering
Eugene’s Hot Chicken
Big Whiskey’s
R&S Food Service
Michelle’s Chocolate Lab
Taziki’s
Classic Catering and Events
Nothing But Noodles
Emily’s Heirloom Pound Cakes
Saws BBQ Hoover
La Paz Restaurant and Catering
Merk’s Tavern
Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux
Beverages
Temper Coffee
Bushwacker Spirits
Dread River Distilling Co