Protective Stadium Unveils New Menu Offerings, including a Signature Sloss Dog
Food and beverage program captures the best of Birmingham at the new, state-of-the-art venue
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., September 30, 2021 – Protective Stadium today announced the features of its food and beverage program, curated with hospitality partner Sodexo Live!, which will help foster one of the most exciting fan experiences, when the multi-purpose venue opens for its first UAB home game this Saturday, October 2nd. Sodexo Live! will seek to provide many jobs for local residents and employ the most rigorous safety standards for employees and guests alike.
Whether visiting from out-of-town or a long-time Birmingham foodie, guests will be assured a fresh, delicious, enjoyable dining experience in a memorable setting. The $200-million dollar multi-purpose stadium is the result of successful collaboration between the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center Authority, Jefferson County, the City of Birmingham, the Jefferson County Legislative Delegation, and the Birmingham corporate community.
Fans can be excited for items that include, but are not limited to:
- The Sloss Dog (Protective Stadium’s Signature Hot Dog) – served with mustard, relish, chili, barbecue onions and sauerkraut. Sloss Furnaces, a National Historic Landmark in Birmingham, embodies how the iron and steel industry impacted the growth of the city
- The Magic Dragon (Protective Stadium’s Signature Cocktail) – a fizzy twist on a spicy margarita, made with handmade local strawberry-lemon syrup, mixed with Dread River vodka and infused with fresh jalapeño and honey vinegar
- Local food truck offerings: Yo’ Mama’s Shrimp and Grits and Broad Street Peaux Boys
- Sloss Smokehouse BBQ Nachos – house-smoked pulled pork served with cheese sauce and topped with a sweet BBQ sauce
- Assorted local Birmingham beers from Ghost Train Brewing Company, Back Forty Beer Company, TrimTab Brewing, Cahaba Brewing Co, Avondale Brewing Company and Good People Brewing Company and more
- The Spicy Chicken Sandwich – hand-breaded chicken breast served with pickles on a toasted bun
- Short Rib Philly – braised short ribs with a white cheddar cheese cause, grilled peppers, and onions on a hoagie roll
We look forward to scaling the overall events and hospitality business as we make Protective Stadium a year-round venue that can host gatherings of all sizes. Our operational excellence and a program from Regional Executive Chefs Jennifer Bargisen and Marc Spooner will ensure that we capture the best flavors that Birmingham has to offer.
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About Sodexo Live!
Sodexo Live! manages prestigious sports and hospitality venues in North America and around the world, as well as major global events. We develop bespoke solutions that enhance the guest experience, reflecting our expertise in food and beverage and catering, as well as venue sales and event organization.
Partner to leading North American sports destinations like Hard Rock Stadium, Lucas Oil Stadium and T-Mobile Park, we have provided premium and general services for 15 Super Bowls and 22 World Series. Our portfolio also includes more than 30 convention centers – including 6 of the top 10 in the US, such as the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, the San Diego Convention Center and Nashville’s Music City Center – and leading cultural destinations like the famed Hollywood Bowl and Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry.
With 40,000 employees dispersed throughout 500 sites around the globe and partnerships with more than 15 world-class chefs, we excel in creating extraordinary moments and unforgettable memories in dynamic environments, whether for an evening at the stadium to watch a game with friends, while attending a white-glove corporate gala, or visiting a world-class museum. As responsible, insightful partners, we drive revenues for our client partners and regional economies by offering a diverse suite of solutions for the venues of tomorrow, such as Bateaux Parisiens, Yachts de Paris, the restaurants of the Eiffel Tower, El Museo de Prado in Madrid, the Tour de France, Royal Ascot or Roland Garros.
At our core, we bring a joyous celebration of food and design to living, so you can make the most of every moment.
Media Contacts
Dana McGough, Protective Stadium
Paul Pettas, Sodexo Live!