Hooked on tradition: Johnny’s Restaurant earns a coveted spot on Alabama’s Catfish Trail

When Alabama Tourism announced the state’s new Catfish Trail, featuring more than 50 destinations connected to one of Alabama’s most iconic foods, one Homewood restaurant made the list.

The long-celebrated Johnny’s Restaurant will be a featured stop.

For owner Tim Hontzas, the recognition is both an honor and a reflection of something he has believed for years: great Southern food begins with a deep respect for the people who grow, raise and produce it…

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