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The Scent of History on Dauphin Street: The Story of A&M Peanut Shop

By: Marissa Deal It’s a blink-and-you’ll miss it kind of place, except for the amazing aroma that pours out the door and wafts down Dauphin Street. Pedestrians’ noses lead them to a tiny peanut shop, where nuts are churning in a 100-year-old roaster, placed strategically next the door. This is The A&M Peanut Shop, a…

Unwrapping the Delicious World of The Cheese Cottage with New Owner Stephenie Funaro

On the latest Port City Plate Podcast, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Stephenie Funaro, the new owner of The Cheese Cottage in Mobile, Alabama. The Cheese Cottage is one of the cherished stops on our Old Mobile Evening Tour, and we’re thrilled to share our conversation about the delightful fusion of tradition…

Explore Mobile: Tours in Mobile, Alabama

Explore Mobile: The Best Tours in Mobile, Alabama Welcome to Mobile, Alabama, a city rich in history, culture, and adventure. Whether you’re a foodie, history buff, nature lover, or thrill-seeker, there’s a perfect tour waiting for you. From walking food tours to riverboat adventures, Mobile offers unique experiences that showcase its Southern charm, coastal beauty,…

Discover the Remarkable Story of the Clotilda and Africatown with Joycelyn Davis on the Port City Plate Podcast

Join us on the Port City Plate Podcast as we sit down with Joycelyn Davis, a key figure in the Clotilda Descendants Organization and the star of the Netflix documentary, Descendant. Joycelyn shares her personal journey growing up in Africatown, her ancestors’ incredible story, and her experience meeting the Obamas at a film festival. In…

Exploring Mobile’s History: Battle House Hotel with Historian George Moore | Port City Plate Podcast

Exploring the History of Mobile, Alabama and the Battle House Hotel with Historian George Moore In our latest Port City Plate Podcast episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with George Moore, a long-time employee of the historic Battle House Hotel in Mobile, Alabama. George shared his fascinating stories and experiences from his childhood, his…

4 Haunted Hotels in Mobile, Alabama (Where You Can Actually Spend the Night)

4 Haunted Hotels in Mobile, Alabama (Where You Can Actually Spend the Night) The short version: The most haunted hotels in Mobile, Alabama are the Battle House Renaissance Hotel and the Malaga Inn, along with the Admiral Semmes and the Fort Conde Inn. Guests at these historic hotels report flickering lights, swinging chandeliers, apparitions, and…

Did the First Women’s Right Movement Occur in Mobile?

By: Chris Andrews   Mobile was founded in 1702 by the French. Led by two brothers, D’Iberville and Bienville, the colony began with less than 100 men working to grow the newly found settlement along the Mobile River.  In order to grow the colony, young French girls were sailed over to marry the settlers. Most…

15 Iconic Places to Eat in Mobile, AL

By: Chris Andrews Looking for the best places to eat in Mobile, AL? Whether you’re craving Gulf Coast seafood, legendary burgers, or classic diners, these 15 iconic restaurants have been serving up delicious meals for decades. Discover where locals have been eating for 25+ years! 1. Three George’s Candy Shop Started…