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4340 Hillside Oaks: Pristine Patio Home in Lovely Hillside Oaks!

Friday, October 28, 2022
by The Hat Team

4340 Hillside Oaks, Montgomery, AL  36109

MLS# 529052

2 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | 1,067 Square Feet | Hillside Oaks

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This adorable and pristine patio home is just right for the first time homebuyer and would be a great addition to any investment portfolio! Easy to care for vinyl flooring, good sized great room with fireplace, and updated kitchen with granite countertops make up the living spaces. Two nicely proportioned bedrooms each with private bath. Great side deck, rear patio, and covered porch all overlook privacy fenced backyard. Move-in ready and convenient to shopping and dining! Would make a great AIR B&B as well!!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor, Billy Young, Sandra Nickel Hat Team

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If You Think Pumpkin is Just for Pie…Think Again!

Wednesday, October 26, 2022
by The Hat Team

Pumpkin season seems to arrive earlier and earlier every year with pumpkin spice everything making appearances in coffee shops, bakeries, and grocery stores as early as September. But if you’re like most people, you have never ventured beyond the most common way to serve and enjoy pumpkin - in a pie. Let’s be clear, pumpkin pies are a delectable delight! But if you love pumpkin, you might be surprised to discover there are a lot of other ways you can enjoy it! 

Check out these 6 ways to eat pumpkin (not in a pie):

  1. Pumpkin Soup


If you’re looking for a simple way to enjoy pumpkin, then pumpkin soup is the way to go. Nothing says fall like a warm bowl of soup. Picture a cool fall evening with leaves falling outside and savory/sweet pumpkin soup simmering on the stove. Make it from scratch with this recipe! Creamy Roasted Pumpkin Soup

  1. Toasted Pumpkin Seeds


Not only are they tasty, but pumpkin seeds are a healthy snack! After getting the seeds out of the pumpkin, rinse them in a colander. Boil them in a pot of salted water for about ten minutes. Drain the pot and toss the seeds in a tablespoon of olive oil. Add any seasoning to taste. Spread them out on a baking sheet and bake at 400 degrees for about 20 minutes or until the seeds start to turn a toasty brown. Enjoy them as a snack on their own or add them to salads and soups.

  1. Pumpkin Pancakes


Create a sweet and tasty breakfast with pumpkin pancakes! This easy recipe is made with ingredients you probably already have at home like milk, butter, eggs, and sugar. And along with pumpkin, fall flavors like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg will have your mouth watering for this delectable dish! Buttery Pumpkin Pancakes

  1. Pumpkin Dip


If you are hosting a holiday gathering or you will be attending one, this light and scrumptious pumpkin dip is perfect for serving to guests. Serve with apple slices, graham crackers and/or ginger cookies for a tasty treat! Pumpkin Dip

  1. Roasted Pumpkin Risotto

Looking for a savory pumpkin dish? Try this Roast Pumpkin and Feta Risotto. You and your family will love this combination of sweet and salty! This recipe is sure to please most any palate!

  1. Savory Pumpkin Hummus


Another savory option, pumpkin hummus is easy to make and healthy to eat. Just blend a can of garbanzo chickpeas with a can of pumpkin, season to taste, and voila! - you have a healthy hummus, perfect for snacking!

So, don’t limit yourself to pie! These are just a few of MANY recipes that include palate pleasing pumpkin. Try them and enjoy all things pumpkin this fall season!

If you are in the market to buy or sell a home (or both), let me, Sandra Nickel, and my Hat Team of Professionals assist you with all your real estate needs! Call us today at 334-834-1500 and check out https://www.homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com for more information.

Photo Credits: cookieandkate.com, bonappetit.com, pouroliveoil.com, mybakingaddiction.com, allrecipes.com, playswellwithbutter.com

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Halloween 2022 in Magnificent Montgomery AL!

Wednesday, October 19, 2022
by The Hat Team

October has arrived and there are plenty of festive and fun events going on in Montgomery…some family friendly and some spooky and scary!

Here is a list of some SPOOKTACULAR Halloween Events for all to enjoy!

  • Capri Theatre – Terror Thursdays and a Monday

    Thursdays starting October 13th thru 27th, plus Monday October 31st

1045 East Fairview Ave
Montgomery, AL
334-262-4858

Get your fill of scary movies with Capri Classics throughout October!

  • Bowl-oween in the Kove!!

Friday, October 14, 2022 – 8:00 pm to 1:00 am

3020 Atlanta Highway
Montgomery, AL

Have not fear! BOWL-OWEEN is here!! Stop by for a spell at The Kove at Bama Lanes Montgomery and let’s eat, drink and be sCaRy!

Come decked out in your best costume and let’s party!

NO COVER – MUST BE 21+ to enter with valid ID

Halloween Costume contest (winner receives $50 bar tab)

Spooky snack specials!

Halloween themed drinks!

DJ Ken LIVE!

  • Halloween Costume Party!!

Friday, October 21, 2022 – 7:00 pm

EDC Event Center
3758 Norman Bridge Road
Montgomery AL

Come join in for a fun-packed night of costumes and magical mischief!! Come dressed as your favorite Anime, Cartoon, Video Game, Celebrity, or even favorite character! Prizes go out to the best costumes and runners up. Food and drinks will be provided.

Come dance and have a great time!

$10 entry fee at the door – 21 and older only.

  • Halloween Carnival at the YMCA

Saturday, October 22, 2022 – 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Come out and join the folks at the YMCA for a night of carnival games, the little pumpkins playhouse, a cake walk, raffle, trick-or-treating, silent auction, Haunted House, a costume contest and more! DON’T MISS OUT!!

All proceeds from this even go to the Camper Scholarship Fund.

Admission: $5.00 per child, $3.00 per adult, children under age 3 enter for free!

Click HERE for directions and a schedule of events.

  • 5th Annual Jr Dragster Halloween Spooktacular

Thursday, October 27, 2022 – 9:00 am

Capital City Motorsports Park
2600 N Belt Drive
Montgomery, AL

The Halloween Spooktacular is a race like no other! It is fully dedicated to Jr Dragster racing, family fun, and all things Halloween! From the 10K Main Event to the Skull Bandits Golf Cart Race to Big Daddy Ben Parents Race all the way to the family fun activities like the Costume Contest, Pit and Trailer Decorating Contest, Trick or Treating, and several new surprise additions coming this year… YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS! The Halloween Spooktacular has made a name for itself as the BEST Jr Event of the year! Join us for the 5th Annual HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR at CCMP!

  • Rocky Horror Picture Show 2022

Saturday, October 29, 2022

The Sanctuary
432 S Goldthwaite St.
Montgomery, AL

Tickets: $10-$15

The Sanctuary will host its eighth annual screening of the 1975 “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” as a fundraiser for the Jubilee Community Center.

Enjoy Halloween fun with host Henry Elodie Fontenot to lead the audience participation and prop cues. Feel free to get up and dance or sit back and enjoy the film.

Come early to register for the costume contest and have a drink. Concessions will include candy, hot dogs, beverages, popcorn, and prop bags.

Doors open at 7:00 pm, Film starts at 8:00 pm

If you are in the market to buy or sell a home (or both), let me, Sandra Nickel, and my Hat Team of Professionals assist you with all your real estate needs! Call us today at 334-834-1500 and check out https://www.homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com for more information.

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356 Cloverdale Rd: Updated Garden District Home with Classic Architecture!

Monday, October 17, 2022
by The Hat Team

356 Cloverdale Road, Montgomery, AL 36104

MLS# 527661

2 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | 1,589 Square Feet | Garden District

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This updated Garden District home beckons a gentile era of porch sitting and visiting with neighbors. The inviting front porch is perched well above street level offering nice views of the streetscape. Inside, enjoy classic architectural features like coffered ceilings, French doors, and spacious rooms with nice flow. The dining room has a cool wet bar with shiplap accents. Updated kitchen has cozy nook for casual dining. Both bathrooms have had nice updates and are modern-looking, while still retaining some old-house charm. Bonus room off main bedroom could be den/study, nursery, dressing room, or could be easily converted to a large walk-in closet. Private side deck offers a quiet place for relaxation or entertaining, and the manageable back yard has new privacy fence. Vintage detached garage can't be used for car storage any longer, but makes great storage area for garden tools, bicycles, and lawn equipment. Located in Midtown Montgomery close to interstate and downtown, and literally a block from Cloverdale's shopping, dining, and entertainment district!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor, Billy Young, Sandra Nickel Hat Team

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Where to Find “Good Eats” in Montgomery!

Wednesday, October 12, 2022
by The Hat Team

If you are a “foodie” looking for some adventures in dining, the charming capital city of Alabama has no shortage of offerings. From fine dining to farm-to-table to casual fare, you can find everything and anything to please your palate in Montgomery. Here are some of the city’s most popular dining destinations:

  • Vintage Year
    Location: 405 Cloverdale Road
    Phone#: 334-819-7215

First opened as a chophouse in 1984, Vintage Year came back in its current embodiment in 2016 by new owner Jud Blount. The full-service dining establishment has been lauded in international publications such as The New York Times, Forbes, and USA Today as one of the American South’s top restaurants and has been awarded top honors from culinary institutions including Wine Spectator and Open Table for its amazing menus. Enjoy fresh hand-cut meats, prime Gulf seafood, and excellent wines and spirits while luxuriating in the romantic atmosphere.

  • Itta Bena
    Location: 1801 Eddie L Tullis Rd
    Phone#: 334-514-5129

If you are looking for a hip spot that celebrates the jazz and blues movement, Itta Bena is just the place. Situated atop Montgomery’s B.B. King’s Blues Club and named in honor of the town where the legendary blues singer was born, Itta Bena opened in 2015. It is known for its delicious Southern-style cuisine with served up in a laid-back, relaxing atmosphere. Diners will feast on jambalaya pasta with Andouille sausage, herb roasted chicken served with a goat cheese grit cake, or the ever-popular shrimp and grits. A fine wine list, specialized desserts and live entertainment make this an all-around fabulous place to dine!

  • The City Grill
    Location: 5251 Hampstead High Street
    Phone#: 334-244-0960


Located in Montgomery’s Hampstead District since 1998, The City Grill is the oldest and most esteemed white-linen restaurant in Alabama’s River Region. This locally owned dining delight provides an upscale experience in an elegant dining room, while also offering casual seating at a full-service bar. There is even a lovely outdoor seasonal patio. Select from gourmet entrees like grilled filet of beef with a garlic and sundried tomato butter or sauteed shrimp over angel hair with a tomato and feta herb sauce. Enjoy an ever-evolving wine list along with cocktail and top shelf liquor options from the bar. This is a great spot for couples to enjoy a romantic night out!

  • Central
    Location: 129 Coosa Street
    Phone#: 334-517-1155

Locally owned and regionally sourced, Central is the top-rated dining destination in Montgomery! An upscale casual restaurant and event venue, located in the heart of Montgomery’s Downtown entertainment district. Its farm-to-table fare includes dishes crafted with locally sourced seasonal ingredients. There are a variety of entrée selections to choose from such as wood fired roasted half chicken, citrus brined and served with herb dumplings, olive oil poached Chilean salmon served with smoked fingerling potatoes, and for the red meat lovers, New York strip served with oyster mushrooms. Vegetarian and gluten free options are available as well. Finish off with a delectable dessert and a beverage from the reclaimed wood full-service bar. You will be glad you dined at Central!

  • Ravello Ristorante
    Location: 36 Commerce Street
    Phone# 334-356-2852

    Ravello offers an unparalleled approach to authentic dishes of Coastal Italy with local Southern ingredients, highlighted by a boutique wine menu. The team at Ravello Ristorante is proud to be serving its guests a truly memorable and authentic dining experience. Make sure you leave room for dessert! Enjoy exquisite interior designs or comfortable outdoor seating!
     
  • Yokohama Japanese Restaurant
    Location: 2767 Bell Rd
    Phone# 334-517-1891

If you love Asian cuisine, you must check out Yokohama Japanese Restaurant. Opened in 2015 by restaurateur Seong Cheon, Yokohama specializes in unique and varied types of Japanese cuisine. Visit the spacious sushi and cocktail bar flanked by beautiful aquariums and big-screen TVs. Savor high-quality entrees at lunch or dinner including combination platter that allow you to try a little bit of everything from donburi and udon to teriyaki specials, to sushi platter to Japanese barbecue. With indoor and outdoor seating available, it is a great dining destination for large groups or intimate couples alike.

These are just a few of the many amazing restaurants you will find in magnificent Montgomery!

If you are in the market to buy or sell a home (or both), let me, Sandra Nickel, and my Hat Team of Professionals assist you with all your real estate needs! Call us today at 334-834-1500 and check out https://www.homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com for more information.

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90 Timberland Ln: Custom-Built Home Boasting Stunning Features!

Tuesday, October 11, 2022
by The Hat Team

90 Timberland Lane, Millbrook, AL 36054

MLS# 527556

4 Bedrooms | 3 Full and 1 Half Baths | 2,750 Square Feet | Live Oaks Estates

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This beautifully maintained and custom-built home boasts many stunning features from the time you walk through the door! This home has soaring ceilings and a wonderful open floor plan with a formal dining area, large great room with fireplace, kitchen with an eat-in area and beautiful oak cabinets, screened-in back patio and much more! The master suite has its own wing with a separate shower, jetted tub, double vanities and more! The upstairs bonus room has a full bath and is equipped with surround sound. 2-car insulated and heated garage. There is also an 18x40 covered RV shed and a utility shed in the back. You will love it!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor, Joy Randolph, Sandra Nickel Hat Team!

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529 Felder Ave: Charming Home in the Heart of Old Cloverdale!

Thursday, October 6, 2022
by The Hat Team

529 Felder Avenue, Montgomery, AL 36106

MLS# 526395

3 Bedrooms | 3 Baths | 2,776 Square Feet | Old Cloverdale

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Check out this location in the heart of Old Cloverdale! Step into a huge living room with fireplace that looks into the dining room and has a great sunroom off of it that's perfect for an office or playroom. This charming house has beautiful hard wood floors and high ceilings. All the bedrooms are spacious including the large den and enormous laundry room with lots of cabinets. Large, private, side deck, a partially fenced back yard, and detached carport. Midtown Montgomery restaurants, bars, and shopping are just around the corner.

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor, Lauren Keen, Sandra Nickel Hat Team!

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642 Doris St: Cozy 2 Bedroom Ridgecrest Home!

Wednesday, October 5, 2022
by The Hat Team

642 Doris Street, Montgomery, AL 36105

MLS# 526309

2 Bedrooms | 1 Bath | 891 Square Feet | Ridgecrest

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Cozy 2 bedroom, 1 bath home ready for a first-time home buyer or investor looking to add to their rental portfolio! This house has been freshly painted both inside and out. The living room has hardwood floors and nice natural lighting. The eat-in kitchen features a new tile backsplash. Both bedrooms are nicely sized with new carpeting. Outside you will find a spacious backyard along with a storage shed. Check this one out before it's gone!!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor, Alison Bertschy, Sandra Nickel Hat Team!

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Keep Your Kids Safe This Halloween

Wednesday, October 5, 2022
by The Hat Team


When caught up in the fun and excitement of Halloween festivities, it’s easy to overlook safety issues. There may be ghosts, vampires, and witches on every corner, but what is truly frightening is the number of preventable accidents that occur each year on this night. You will enjoy this spooky holiday more if you know your children are safe.

Here are 5 safety tips for Halloween:

  1. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, children should not cross streets alone before they are ten years old. Maturity, danger awareness, and traffic savvy are all required for navigating street crossings and research cautions that even some ten-year-olds might not be ready for that. In a Wall Street Journal article, author Andrea Peterson stated, “Research has found that young children walking to school often don’t look for traffic to stop at the curb before stepping into the street.” And the AAP’s Policy Statement on this topic is that parents “are likely to overestimate their children’s ability to safely cross the street.” So, if your little princess or superhero is under ten, make sure there is a trusted adult with them to guide them across streets. Teach them that looking left, then right, then left again is the best way to be sure no cars are coming. Remind them to listen for traffic as well. If your children are trick or treating in a city with busy streets, always use designated cross walks for crossing.
  2. Avoid visual impairments, like masks. Face paints are a great alternative for masks for trick or treaters. Incorporate bright colors into the face paint to make your child more visible in the dark. It’s also a good idea to add some reflector tape to dark costumes so that your child can be seen in the dark.
  3. When trick or treating in an area that does not have sidewalks and you must walk on roads, be sure to walk FACING oncoming traffic. This makes it easier for you to spot cars coming and for drivers to spot you. It’s a good idea to carry a flashlight and point it forward and down. It will not only give you more visibility, but it will also make you more visible.
  4. Nothing says Halloween like a candlelit jack o’ lantern, but unfortunately, it’s also a fire hazard. Long capes and costumes with trailing material on crowded doorsteps are disaster waiting to happen when exposed to an open flame. Be sure to purchase flame-retardant apparel for your little ones. And to be extra safe, go over the “STOP, DROP & ROLL” procedure with them.
  5. Set some rules for candy consumption. Don’t allow your child to eat while out trick or treating. It’s too hard to inspect candy properly in the dark and you want to be sure packaging isn’t punctured or previously opened. Don’t let them eat anything homemade unless it’s from a friend or neighbor that you know. Wait until your child is home and you can inspect their loot in a well-lit room and set guidelines for how much they may eat and when. Last thing you want is a tummy ache at the end of a spooktacular night…especially if it’s a school night!

Follow these tips and use common sense and Halloween night will be festive but not frightening!

If you are in the market to buy or sell a home (or both), let me, Sandra Nickel, and my Hat Team of Professionals assist you with all your real estate needs! Call us today at 334-834-1500 and check out https://www.homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com for more information.

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