On October 5, the Amerex team reeled in another successful year at the 2025 Cahaba River Frydown, held at Cahaba Brewing Company. This annual event, hosted by the Cahaba River Society, brings together local teams, businesses and community members for a friendly (and tasty) competition. All in support of protecting one of Alabama’s most biodiverse natural treasures.

The Amerex Frydown crew began practicing six weeks before the big day, meeting weekly to test catfish recipes and side dishes. After plenty of taste-testing and teamwork, this year’s winning menu featured a golden, crispy fried catfish paired with freshly cut potato chips with a signature twist that helped them stand out from the crowd.

That twist? The homemade cilantro chutney, affectionately nicknamed “Green Magic.” This flavorful creation earned them the “Fish with an Attitude” award, recognizing the most creative and imaginative dish of the event. But the excitement didn’t stop there! The fish was also voted “Crowd Favorite” by attendees, who cast their votes throughout the day.

In addition to serving up great food, The Amerex team found a fun new way to raise money for the Cahaba River Society. Visitors to the Amerex booth could try their luck at a “Flip-a-Flame” human slot machine, where matching three icons meant taking home a prize. The game was a hit and created countless laughs and smiles, all while supporting a cause close to our hearts.

Amerex is proud to participate in the Cahaba River Frydown each year, along with other volunteer efforts like river cleanup days during Earth Week. The Cahaba River Society, now part of the Cahaba River Coalition, continues to lead important work to preserve, protect and educate the public about the river’s ecological importance.

From frying fish to flipping flames, the Amerex team is always honored to be part of events that celebrate community, creativity and conservation.