Deep South Dining

While Malcolm White is out this week, Joe Sherman steps in and brings some Boston Cream goodies for Carol and Java. During this special pledge drive episode of Deep South Dining Carol, Joe and Java talk about food memories, the latest kitchen adventures, and a great food event coming to the Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.Show Links;https://www.sippandsavor.com/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Fresh from the streets of downtown Jackson Malcolm, Carol, and Java are back in the studio to recap a weekend of food and festivities. Before Hal's St. Paddy's Day Malcolm was not feeling well and went on an exclusive soup and saltine diet. As a remembrance of his brother Hal, Malcolm reads a bit about the healing properties of soup and how his brother became such a purveyor of soup. Later Carol shares her feelings about cold soups and why even fruit soups can be just as nourishing as one that is warm and hearty. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode of Deep South Dining, Kevin Farrel fills in for Java and shares about his recent cookie baking experience. Malcolm and Carol dish about a recent dinner party and the delicious menu which included, coq au Vin. Also, they speak with one of Cooking & Coping top contributors, Tim Pierce. Let's eat y'all! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The seasons have officially changed as Spring has finally arrived and there is no better activity to welcome this change than sparking up the grill for some great BBQ. So we welcome back Eddie Wright from Eddie Wright BBQ to share his favorite grilling and smoking techniques. Also in the show, Malcolm and Carol talk about a recent dinner party that served a delicious Boston cream pie and the upcoming March of the Mayors event by Extra Table.Boston Cream Pie Recipe Link See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mississippi is one top rice producers in the country and Two Brooks Farm keeps Mississippi rice full of flavor and plentiful with its sustainable farming practices. Owner and operator of Two Brooks Farm, Mike Wagner joins Malcolm White and Carol Puckett joins to talk about his rice and how simply giving it away has never been a problem. Also, we get a check-in from Vardaman's own April McGregor and her recent trip home. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Just before all the King Cake is put away Malcolm White, Carol Puckett, and Java Chatman recall their time in the town of Drew for the 1st Lawnmower Mardi Gras Parade. Farmer, restaurant owner, gas station foodie, and former judge Stafford Shurden invented the trio to be a part of the festivities and a very delicious time was had by all. Also, as Black History Month comes to a close we hear from Adrian Miller about the role of African American chefs in the White House and highlight other black culinary figures such as Abby Fisher and Edna Lewis. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today love is truly in the air because it is Valentine’s Day. Chocolate is in abundance, strawberries have been dipped, and most restaurants will be at capacity tonight.    Stepping in for the absent Carol Puckett is our good friend Joe Sherman who provides some historical context about Valentine's Day, along with some sweet treats. Also during the show, Joe and Malcolm slide to Greenville and spotlight Sherman’s, which has been serving the community since 1947. Speaking with former owner Charles Sherman and current proprietor Allison Nimrod, we hear the history of a great delta eatery.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Chef Po is Delta-born, Jackson raised and her food is all Mississippi. Chef Po's Urban Cooking moves between private dinners, cooking for reality show stars, and educating the youth about eating healthy. Sitting down for the first time on Deep South Dining, Chef Po talks about her journey in the kitchen, recent projects, and her secret to moist cornbread. Also, Carol shares some very exciting news and talks about the latest happenings in their kitchen. Is anybody in the mood for soup? Let's eat y'all! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

January is coming to a close and with that comes a few culinary traditions. Tailgate favorites are making it to the living room with the Superbowl just around the corner. For the cookie lover, it is officially girl scout cookie season. and did you know that Little Debbie is coming to your grocery store ice cream aisle? Friend of the show, Elizabeth Heiskell gives us the scoop (pun intended) about the new Little Debbie ice cream flavors. Also, Malcolm and Carol talk about the latest happenings in their kitchen. Let's eat y'all!   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Friend of the show Stafford Shurden joins Malcolm and Carol to talk about his latest adventures. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Fresh seafood can be taken for granted when living in a coastal city or major metropolitan city, but with advancements in refrigeration and freezing, fresh seafood is just a call or mouse click away. Today Malcolm and Carol talk about ways of getting fresh seafood on your plate no matter how land-locked you are. Also, they share tips for purchasing the best fish and seafood from your local grocery store. Additionally, they chat with Anita Arguelles from the French Hermit Oyster Company about their Mississippi-raised oysters and the flavor profile that landed them in Garden & Gun magazine. Let's eat y'all!Show Links:A State-by-State Guide to the South’s 35 Best Oysters5 Tips for Buying Fresh Fish at the Grocery Store See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Malcolm and Carol are back in the studio and are excited to start another delicious year of Deep South Dining. The first guest for the new year is the one and only Arthur Davis, affectionally known as Mr. D to everyone who visits his Old Country Store in Lorman. He talks about what it takes to have fried chicken that chef Alton Brown called the best he has ever tasted and his love for what Mississippi Public Broadcasting has to offer. Also throughout the show, Malcolm and Carol share about their upcoming new year food resolutions and which food trends for 2022 will they dive into. Let's eat y'all! Show Links :Old Country StoreNew Year's Resolutions Only a Southerner Would Make - Southern Living Magazine See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The holidays are always better with friends, so today Malcolm and Carol invited a few friends to chat with on their last live show of 2021. In-studio Chef Enrika Williams talks about taking a break during the holiday season when it is a really busy time for the hospitality industry. Also Robert St. John takes some time out of his busy schedule of managing restaurants, heading the charity Extra Table, and current book tour (Walter Anderson: The Extraordinary Life and Art of the Islander) to talk about what kept him going in 2021. Then to wrap up the show we hear about some great Christmas memories from some very familiar voices. Happy Holiday's y'all!Delta Cheese Roll (courtesy of Joe Sherman)Ingredients:1 jar Old English 10 oz. Cracker Barrel extra-sharp cheese (Must grate) 6 oz. cream cheese (approximately) 8 oz. Velveeta 1 clove garlic- mincedTo taste: Lea & Perrin's (I use a lot) Tabasco  (add 5-6 splashes at a time) Cayenne (add about 1/4 t. at a time)Paprika (to roll)Directions:L

One of the best aspects of The Holiday Season is gathering with family, friends, and great food. From light hour d'oeuvres to sitting down to a formal holiday gathering is a great time to show gratitude and thanks for the season.   Today we will be joined by Tim Pierce, one of our favorite contributors on Cooking and Coping, to talk about showing gratitude during this season and how to remember your manners after not gathering for quite some time.     See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A cookbook can be a thoughtful gift, especially when it contains more than just recipes. The right cookbook can be a window into a culture, period in time, and exotic flavors. Katie Molpus from Lemuria Books (Jackson, MS) joins Deep South Dining to talk about what books would make a great gift for the food enthusiast in your life. Also in this episode, Malcolm and Carol talk about the latest in 3D meat printing, turkey gumbo, and snackle boxes. Let's eat y'all!Link: 15 Cookbooks That Make Us Better Cooks and Expand Our Culinary Perspectives See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The hustle of Thanksgiving is done. Maybe your leftovers are too. If not, guest April McGregor has some ideas for your leftover turkey and are in the mood for gumbo. A favorite of Malcolm's, April talks through her turkey gumbo recipe, and Carol asks about other leftover ideas with cranberry sauce and dressing. Also, the Deep South Dining crystal ball is sharing predictions about the upcoming food trends of 2022. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The countdown to Thanksgiving is winding down and final preparations are happening. Today Malcolm and Java are without their skillet buddy Carol but get a very special call-in guest to help with the show. Also, Malcolm schools Java on the particulars of a wet salad and why adding a little something extra to your traditional Thanksgiving dressing won't hurt. From pillowcase turkeys to macaroni & cheese and everything in between, the table is set for a very thankful Thanksgiving. Let's eat y'all!"The Best Sweet Potato Casserole" courtesy of Bob Yarbrough (Charlottesville, Virginia)All good Southern cooks (and even those not so good) and eaters have a favorite sweet potato casserole recipe. Below is mine and this will mark the 30th consecutive year I’ve baked it for our Thanksgiving celebration. This year I’ll make a half recipe. I’m afraid if we don’t have this dish, I’ll hear from Stacy’s attorney. For those of you who need the fluffy white things on top of your sweet potatoes, I’m sorry. This recipe is ma

"A New Take on Cake" is Anne Byrn's latest cookbook and is a modern update to her bestseller "The Cake Mix Doctor". Before her book tour comes to Mississippi she joins Deep South Dining to talk with Malcolm and Carol about why she returned to the subject of cake mix baking after over 20 years and several other cookbooks later. Also during the show, Malcolm is given some well-deserved flowers and Carol continues with tips to help manage the countdown to Thanksgiving. Let's eat y'all! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Stress during the holiday season is unavoidable but the way we deal with that stress is what gives us the strength to carry on. As Dr. Buttross states during this episode of Deep South Dining, sometimes looking for stress relief activities in the kitchen can yield some pretty delicious results. Today Malcolm and Carol continue the countdown to Thanksgiving and get some tips for dealing with holiday stress from Southern Remedy: Relatively Speaking host, Dr. Susan Buttross. Also, Malcolm shares what happened during a recent trip to Virginia, which included several states, classic barbeque, and Armenian dishes. Let's eat y'all! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The month of November starting on a Monday seems pretty charmed, as it setups the rest of the month to be all about the business of the holiday season. The countdown to Thanksgiving has begun and there are plenty of items to check off to ensure success. Also remember to give yourself plenty of grace during the holiday season and maybe a pumpkin spice latte, if that is your thing. Special guest host, Joe Sherman fills in for Malcolm White and (for a time) converts Carol Puckett into a partaker of pumpkin spice. Also during the show, we hear from one of the top Cooking and Coping posters, Tim Pierce about how he achieves such beautiful food photos. Let's eat y'all! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.