Deep South Dining

Topic: One of our loyal listeners requested a show about the history and future of the Mayflower Cafe in Jackson, MS, and our hosts knew just who to call to get an update! Malcolm and Carol talk "weird" sandwiches and tomatoes, and Chef Hunter Evans joins the show to talk about Elvie's, the 2024 James Beard Awards, and his plans for the future of the Mayflower Cafe.Guest(s): Chef Hunter EvansHost(s): Malcolm White and Carol PalmerEmail: food@mpbonline.org

Topic: In honor of Juneteenth, we are taking a look back at some of the amazing African American culinary voices we've had the pleasure of speaking with so far in 2024. We revisit interviews with Chef Enrika Williams, Reshonda Perryman from Visit Mississippi, Phil Stamps of Stamps Super Burgers, Chef Nick Wallace, journalist and author Toni Tipton-Martin, and Kayland Partee and Chef JB from the Dirty Napkins Supper Club.Guest(s): Enrika Williams, Reshonda Perryman, Phil Stamps, Nick Wallace, Toni Tipton-Martin, Kayland Partee, and Chef JBHost(s): Malcolm White, Carol Palmer, and Java ChatmanEmail: food@mpbonline.org

Topic: Malcolm and Carol talk about the 2024 James Beard Award ceremony coming up June 10th, and welcome Marshall Bartlett, co-founder and CEO of Home Place Pastures, to discuss converting his family's farm from "input intensive row crops to a regenerative grazing operation."Guest: Marshall BartlettHost(s): Malcolm White and Carol PalmerWatch the James Beard Award ceremony livestream at 5:30pm central time here: 2024 James Beard Awards Presented by Capital One Restaurant and Chef Awards (youtube.com)**Use the Deep South Dining listener code "DEEPSOUTH" at checkout when you make a purchase at homeplacepastures.com**Email: food@mpbonline.org

Topic: Malcolm and Carol talk about their recent travels, Gulf Coast seafood news, and have a long-anticipated conversation with one of the busiest chefs in Mississippi. Chef and co-owner of Walker's Drive-In, Local 463, and CAET, Derek Emerson, joins the show to talk about his current (and future?) restaurants and much more!Guest: Chef Derek EmersonHost(s): Malcolm White and Carol PalmerDeep South Songs: "Ode to Billie Joe" by Bobbie Gentry and "Drive-In" by The Beach BoysEmail: food@mpbonline.org

It's Memorial Day, so Malcolm and Carol are spending time with family. Here is an encore episode to hold back the hunger until they return next week.Original Air Date: 05-01-2023May is National barbeque month and today we'll explore the diverse range of barbeque styles found in the state and discover great spots to indulge. Additionally, we'll share tips on how to be resourceful in the kitchen, saving both money and time while preparing meals, and we'll delve into the fresh and vibrant flavors of spring.Host(s): Carol Palmer and Java ChatmanGuest: Chef Enrika WilliamsEmail: food@mpbonline.org.

Topic: Malcolm and Carol talk about their weekend, the never-ending "mayonnaise war," and catch up with family friend, Erika Lipe, from SoLa in Oxford, MS. Guest: Erika LipeHost(s): Malcolm White and Carol PalmerDeep South Songs: "Gumbo on the Bayou" and "Mean Green Beans" by KC RayEmail: food@mpbonline.org

Topic: It's May, so it's time to clean off the grill or buy a new one. Today's conversation is all about BBQ, Grilling, Smoking, and Outdoor Cooking. Malcolm and Carol are joined in studio by Jonathan Huddleston from Grills of Mississippi to talk about grills and rubs and the best way to cook a brisket.Guest: Jonathan HuddlestonHost(s): Malcolm White and Carol PalmerEmail: food@mpbonline.org

Topic: Malcolm and Carol were out of studio, so we decided to pull out a classic and relevant conversation with the Gestalt Gardener, horticulturist Felder Rushing, to talk about vegetable and herb gardens.Guest: Felder RushingHost(s): Malcolm White, Carol Palmer, and Java ChatmanEmail: food@mpbonline.org