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
From Farm to Food Network: The Story of Frankie Little and Roosters
In this episode of the Port City Plate podcast, Chris sits down with Frankie Little, the visionary behind Roosters in Mobile, Alabama. Frankie discusses the backstory of his restaurant's name, inspired by the sounds and sights of his family's farm where he grew up. Frankie's journey is anything but conventional, and he laid out the entire process of opening his restaurant at 211 Dauphin Street.
Frankie and Roosters are fresh off a visit from the Food Network and Guy Fieri's, "Diner's, Drive In's and Dives." He shared the experience of recording the episode and cooking in front of Guy Fieri. He even takes us behind the scenes and details the intense preparation that went into showcasing Roosters to a live television audience.
We dive into the menu on this episode and dicusss the restaurants popular dishes and methods that make every meal so incredibly consistent. There is also a fascinating story behind his unique corn tortillas, a partnership with E&H Tortilleria and Bayou Cora Farms to use local heirloom corn, which not only adds authenticity to his dishes but also supports local.
As Cinco de Mayo approaches, Frankie previews the exciting block party planned at Roosters, promising a day filled with delicious food, live music, and fun. Stick around for the Meat & Three segment, where Chris and Frankie talk a lot of food and local restaurants. It's an episode you don't want to miss!
Local Restaurants Mentioned in this Episode:
Roosters
Callaghan's Irish Social Club
Pho 88
Biryani Pot
7 Spice
Jerusalem Cafe
Noble South
Mediterranean Sandwich Co.
Dropout Bakery & Co.
Moe's BBQ
Southwood Kitchen
Ben's Jr. BBQ
A&M Peanut Shop
Rayza's
Get in touch with Frankie:
Roosters
211 Dauphin Street
roostersdowntown.com
frankie@roostersdowntown.com
251-490-6137
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