Blog

The latest episode of the Port City Plate Podcast episode takes us across Mobile Bay to Market by the Bay in Daphne, Alabama. Located on the Eastern Shore right off Interstate 10 and Highway 98, Market by the Bay has been a seafood staple for nearly 20 years. Garret DeLuca and Michael Sullivan took over…

In our latest episode of the Port City Plate Podcast, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Roosevelt Patterson, a Mobile Sports Hall of Famer, football state and national champion, and former NFL player. Today, he’s better known as Rosie, the doorman at Las Floriditas, ensuring guests know the password and follow the dress…

Join us for an insightful conversation on the Port City Plate podcast, where we interviewed the talented and creative chef Wade Price from Slurp Society. In this episode, we explore Wade’s culinary journey, his experiences, and the vision behind his iconic ramen restaurant in Mobile. Read on to get a glimpse of the conversation and…

Welcome to the latest episode of the Port City Plate podcast, where we had the pleasure of talking to Tony Sawyer, the owner of the popular Bob’s Downtown Restaurant in Mobile, Alabama. Tony has been in the restaurant business for over 25 years and opened his diner in 2014. Known for its delicious breakfast and…

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…

In a recent episode of the Port City Plate podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with celebrity chef Panini Pete. With a multitude of successful restaurants under his belt, Panini Pete’s culinary journey began in 2006 in Fairhope, Alabama. In this blog post, we delve into the chef’s humble beginnings, his passion for local…

We recently had the pleasure of chatting with Nick Dimario, a key figure in the Panini Pete’s Hospitality Group, about his journey from football to the restaurant industry, and the valuable lessons he’s learned along the way. Join us as we delve into the world of Panini Pete’s group of restaurants and Nick’s inspiring story….

In our latest Port City Plate podcast episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Meredith Simmerman, the creative force behind Reney’s Honey Butter. Meredith shares the humble beginnings of her business, her culinary journey, and how her unique honey butter has become the star of various delicious dishes. The Reney’s Honey Butter story began…

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…

Chris Andrews | January 6, 2024 King Cake is the official food symbol of Mardi Gras and there is no shortage of ways to enjoy king cake in Mobile, Alabama. From cupcakes, latte’s, ice cream to the traditional cream filled king cake. Gluten free options or maybe you’re on the King Cake Diet and need…

In a recent episode of the Port City Plate Podcast, host Chris Andrews had the pleasure of chatting with Jaclyn Robinson, the founder of MoBay Beignet Co. Since its opening in Downtown Mobile in early 2020, MoBay Beignet has become a sensation, delighting customers with their mouthwatering white powdered beignets and homemade syrups. With multiple…

In this episode of the Port City Plate Podcast, host Chris Andrews welcomes Matt Lemond, a highly successful restaurateur in Mobile. From starting O Daly’s Irish Pub in 2010 to owning a diverse range of establishments, including the popular POST wine bar and the innovative Insider Collective Eatery, Matt has transformed the local culinary scene….