Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton and Ryan McGill
When colder weather settles in, comfort food tends to take center stage. Warm, filling dishes have a way of making the frigid air a little more bearable.
Here are three local favorites that deliver some cold-weather comfort!
1. General Tso’s Chicken: Sakura
A favorite of many Sakura loyalists, General Tso’s Chicken is a go-to when you’re craving something familiar and satisfying. The crispy fried chicken is tossed in a sweet, tangy sauce and served with steamed broccoli and rice.
Sakura Asian Cuisine : 300 Highway 78 West, Jasper, AL 35501
Hours: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. | Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. | Closed Tuesdays
2. Quesabirria Tacos: Los Reyes
For something rich and satisfying, Los Reyes’ Quesabirria Tacos are hard to beat during the winter months. Crispy flour tortillas are packed with tender birria meat and melted cheese, then served with rice and a warm broth for dipping.
Los Reyes Mexican Grill : 1841 2nd Avenue, Jasper, AL 35501
Los Reyes 2: 581 Highway 78 East, Sumiton, AL 35148
Hours for both locations: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. | Thursday and Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. | Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. | Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
3. Pizza: Johnny Brusco’s
Sometimes, nothing hits the spot on a cold day quite like pizza. Johnny Brusco’s delivers plenty of options to choose from. With everything from classic cheese and pepperoni to specialty pies and customizable toppings, there’s something for every preference.
Johnny Brusco’s New York Style Pizza: 315 19th Street West, Jasper, AL 35501
Hours: Monday through Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. | Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
