NOW OPEN
Han’ei Kaya Sushi Grill has opened at 1017 Oxmoor Road in Edgewood, under Three15 Studio and next to Ruby Sunshine. The restaurant, which opened in February, offers traditional Japanese bites with a modern twist. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays.
haneikayasushigrill.com, 205-490-1024
Indian Kitchen House is now open at 22 Green Springs Highway in Homewood. The restaurant held a soft opening on March 7, serving dishes such as chicken biryani. The restaurant specializes in authentic Indian cuisine with a modern twist.
ikhbhm.com, 205-563-2068
1918 Catering has opened a new venue, Venue 197, at 197 Vulcan Road in Homewood. The location is open for
Photo by Sarah Owens
1918 catering, founded in 2016 by brothers Jason and Jamal Johnson, is a Birmingham-based full-service food company with expertise in catering, concessions and food trucks. They participated in the 22nd annual Taste of Homewood on March 13, 2025.
lunch daily from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Founded in 2016 by brothers Jason and Jamal Johnson, 1918 Catering is a Birmingham-based full-service food company with expertise in catering, concessions and food trucks. The menu features a mix of Southern comfort and innovative flavors, with customer favorites such as smoked brisket, shrimp and grits and their signature "Dirty Fries"—house-seasoned fries topped with fresh scallions and peppers, provolone and mozzarella cheese, with steak, chicken or pork.
1918catering.com, 205-518-5711
The Broken Knife, a new sandwich shop at 195 Vulcan Road, has opened. The dine-in and takeout restaurant features house-smoked meats and cheeses, along with fresh-made focaccia and ciabatta daily. All sauces are made in-house, and the duck-fat chips are a popular menu item. Find them on Facebook or Doordash.
205-427-0542
COMING SOON
The Collective, a trendy salon that originally opened in 2019 at Pepper Place, is expanding to West Homewood. The business announced in March that it will open its new location this month at 169 Oxmoor Road. The salon will offer the same services as its Pepper Place location, including haircuts, styling, color, hair treatments, hair removal and more.
thecollectivebham.com, 205-264-9991
NEWS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Southland Transportation Group, an International® commercial truck dealership, has received International’s Top Dealer Award. The award, introduced in 2018, honors the top 8% of International® dealerships that achieve the highest level of performance in operating and financial standards, market representation and customer satisfaction.
ANNIVERSARIES
Photo courtesy of Angie Mosier
In April 20205, Luca Lagotto is celebrating its first anniversary at 1722 28th Ave. S. The restaurant, named after a beloved family dog, serves Italian cuisine inspired by the idea of enjoying a meal with neighbors.
Luca Lagotto is celebrating its first anniversary at 1722 28th Ave. S. The restaurant, named after a beloved family dog, serves Italian cuisine inspired by the idea of enjoying a meal with neighbors. The menu includes pasta, pizza and other traditional Italian dishes. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 11 a.m. to
Photo courtesy of Bustle
In April 2025, Bustle, a bridal shop, is celebrating one year at 1823 27th Ave. S., Suite C. The boutique was designed to provide an elegant experience for brides searching for the perfect wedding gown.
10 p.m. Friday-Saturday.
eatluca.com, 205-624-0086
Farrell-Calhoun Paint is celebrating one year at 2704 19th St. S. The company has been family-owned and operated since its founding in 1905. Farrell-Calhoun specializes in paint products, including Green Wise products for environmentally friendly building projects. Hours are Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon.
farrellcalhoun.com, 205-245-8150
, a bridal shop, is celebrating one year at 1823 27th Ave. S., Suite C. The boutique was designed to provide an elegant experience for brides searching for the perfect wedding gown. Appointments are required for fittings and can be made online.
bustlegowns.com, 205-502-7484
