Port City Plate Podcast
Discover the food, history, and people of Mobile, Alabama, with the Port City Plate Podcast, presented by Bienville Bites Food Tour! Join host Chris Andrews as he takes you on a delicious journey through one of America’s oldest cities. Chris has hosted thousands of people from all around the world on food tours in Downtown Mobile. Meet the chefs, restaurateurs, historians, and locals that he has met along the way.
Mobile's melting pot of history and culture makes its food scene is one of the most unique in the United States. Discover the iconic restaurants of Mobile, hidden gems, and stories that define Mobile's food scene.
Whether you’re a local looking for the best new place to eat, a visitor looking for the iconic dishes of Mobile, or just looking for an entertaining listen, tune in to the Port City Plate Podcast. Get ready to be connected to the city of Mobile, Alabama, where every dish tells a story.
Port City Plate Podcast
Nourishing Mobile: Karrie Nelson's Vision with The Cookery Project & the Mobtown Mac Down
In this episode, we delve into the culinary world of Karrie Nelson, the visionary behind The Cookery Project, an initiative that has revolutionized the way kids in Mobile view food and nutrition. Starting from a simple desire to create a summer cooking camp for her daughter, Karrie embarked on a journey that led to the birth of a project now celebrated by the entire community. Dive in as Karrie unravels the story of how her passion, paired with her daughter's keen interest in cooking, set the stage for an endeavor that extends beyond just cooking classes to field trips, parties, and more.
Karrie’s narrative doesn’t stop at The Cookery Project’s origin. She paints a vivid picture of the importance of food-related health education for the youth. From the innovative "traffic light eating" system to the heartwarming tales of how families bond over meals, Karrie emphasizes the transformative power of the right food choices. Plus, get a glimpse into the adrenaline-packed Mobtown Mac Down event, an affair born out of Karrie's profound love for Mac and Cheese, which serves not only as a delightful gathering but also as a significant fundraiser for the project.
And there's more! Karrie teases the future aspirations of The Cookery Project, hinting at its potential expansion, aiming to touch hearts and lives beyond Mobile. This episode is not just about food; it's about a woman's passion, a community's transformation, and the promise of a healthier tomorrow for the kids. Tune in to this episode as Karrie Nelson passionately dishes out the essence, challenges, and joys of spearheading The Cookery Project.
Local Restaurants Mentioned in this Episode:
Red or White Mobile
Slurp Society
Ruby Slipper Cafe
Bistro St. Emanuel
The Cheese Cottage
Chuck's Fish
Callaghan's Irish Social Club
Coastal AL
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