- Southern barbecue: slow-smoked ribs and pulled pork with regional sauces
- Fried catfish and freshwater seafood from Alabama rivers and lakes
- Shrimp and Gulf Coast seafood from Mobile Bay
- Biscuits and gravy, sweet tea served ice-cold everywhere
- Civil Rights Movement historical sites in Montgomery and Birmingham
- Mardi Gras celebrations in Mobile: second-largest in the US after New Orleans
- College football passion: Alabama Crimson Tide rivalry with Auburn
- Beach culture along Gulf Shores and Pensacola Beach
English with Deep Southern accent and dialect; warm and hospitable conversational style.
- College football is serious business: avoid criticizing local teams
- Politeness and manners are expected in all interactions ("yes, ma'am/sir")
- Tipping 18-20% is standard in restaurants and bars
- Sunday is reserved for church and family time in many communities