Mississippi Audio Experience

In this episode of the Mississippi Audio Experience, host Andy Chapman dives into an interview with Amanda from Paddles Up in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Amanda is a champion paddleboarder, a paddleboard coach, and a SUP yoga instructor. She rents paddleboards and sells everything you need for your adventure in her shop. During today's conversation, she shares which excursions have the best wildlife viewing, how to rent or buy a paddleboard and how paddleboarding can be great exercise.   Listen Now >>   Subscribe to the Mississippi Audio Experience on your favorite podcast player: iTunes │Stitcher │Spotify│TuneIn Radio   "Paddleboarding is a peaceful type of activity." — Amanda @PaddlesUp2— Tweet this   Show Highlights >>   [:28] The history of Paddles Up. [2:29] Amanda explains paddleboarding and the services Paddles Up offers. [6:26] What wildlife should I expect to see from the paddleboard? [8:49] Amanda is a champion paddleboard racer and a coach. [13:23] What is Stan

In this episode of the Mississippi Audio Experience, host Andy Chapman and Chef Milton Joachim dish up the best that Charred A Steak & Oyster Bar has to offer. Chef Joachim left Louisiana to bring some New Orleans to the Ocean Springs restaurant scene. A live oak tree inside the restaurant and the natural decor lend an earthy vibe to the already fresh atmosphere. The menu boasts fresh catches and aged steak options that are hand-cut by Chef Joachim himself.   Listen Now >>   Subscribe to the Mississippi Audio Experience on your favorite podcast player: iTunes │Stitcher │Spotify│TuneIn Radio   "The atmosphere in Charred sets it apart from most other restaurants." — Chef Milton  Joachim — Tweet this   Show Highlights >>   [1:17] The atmosphere in Charred. [2:18] Milton chased his dream to become a Chef. [3:59] Fresh seafood is the centerpiece of Charred's menu. [9:02] The beauty of Ocean Springs.   » Get Happy Hour Drinks all day, $2 house wine, domestic beer

In this episode of the Mississippi Audio Experience, host Andy Chapman tours Ocean Springs with Co-Owner of The Roost and The Inn at Ocean Springs, Roxy Condry. Roxy shares the big events and local attractions that bring people from all over the world to enjoy a good night sleep in one of her establishments. She provides nourishment and entertainment to visitors by way of the Eat, Drink, Love craft cocktail bar and offers a bountiful list of things for guests to do during their stay. During this episode, Roxy explains the Naturalist Painter who serves as the inspiration for her historic hotel and how she incorporates the past with the present in the enterprise.   Listen Now >>   Subscribe to the Mississippi Audio Experience on your favorite podcast player: iTunes │Stitcher │ Spotify │ TuneIn Radio   "The Peter Anderson festival is huge and fantastic and everybody should come." — Roxy Condry @OceanSpringInn— Tweet this   Show Highlights >>   [:38] Roxy describes The Roos

In this episode of the Mississippi Audio Experience, host Andy Chapman sits down with Chef Alex Perry to uncover the elements that make the Vestige Restaurant in Ocean Springs a distinct dining experience. Chef Perry is passionate about blending science and creativity when devising his menus and flavor is his main objective when procuring fresh, local, seasonal ingredients. During this conversation, he shares the events that led him down the gastronomy path and his main objective which is to provide folks with a positive experience they will enjoy down to the last molecule.   Listen Now >>   Subscribe to the Mississippi Audio Experience on your favorite podcast player: iTunes │Stitcher │ Spotify │ TuneIn Radio   "I came to the realization that food was science. I had always thought of it as more of a creative endeavor." — Chef Alex Perry of Vestige Restaurant @Eat_Vestige — Tweet this   Show Highlights >>   [1:19] Creating positive memories at Vestige. [6:23] What to ex

In this episode of the Welcome to Mississippi Audio Experience, host Andy Chapman sits down with Don Getty to find out why people, and pelicans, flock to Pelican Cove Grill in Ridgeland. If having a cold drink, savoring a heaping plate of nachos and listening to great local live music right next to the water sounds like the perfect day then get yourself over to Pelican Cove. You can walk in or tie your boat up and enjoy. Manager Don Getty promises a unique event experience you can't find anywhere else in Jackson.   Listen Now >>   Subscribe to The Mississippi Audio Experience on your favorite podcast player: iTunes │Stitcher │ Spotify │ TuneIn Radio   Show Highlights >>   [2:20] Pelican Cove Grill is a large facility with an indoor and outdoor stage. [3:36] Main Harbour Store offers everything to help people have fun on the water. [5:24] Rez Nachos and Mahi Tacos are favorite menu items. [6:54] Local Mississippi bands showcase their music at Pelican Cove.   Continue You

In this episode of the Welcome to Mississippi Audio Experience, host Andy Chapman breaks bread with Darrick Gillan of Gil's Bread in Ridgeland. On a tour through the bakery's kitchen, Darrick describes the science of how he and his team make each loaf perfect. With 20 different Jackson restaurants depending on their weekly delivery, Darrick arrives at 3 in the morning and heats up the kitchen. If you want to test your baking skills head over to Lake Harbour Drive to join the Sunday afternoon bread making class. It's taught by Gil himself.   Listen Now >>   Subscribe to The Mississippi Audio Experience on your favorite podcast player: iTunes │Stitcher │ Spotify │ TuneIn Radio   Bread may be just flour, water, and salt but put some butter on it and it's a warm piece of heaven. @eatjxn — Tweet this   Show Highlights >>   [:53] Darrick describes the daily rituals behind supplying his customers with bread. [3:41] Being a bread maker requires dedication and perseverance. [6:3

In this episode of the Welcome to Mississippi Audio Experience, host Andy Chapman wheels and deals with mobile bike shop repairman and store owner, Jeremy Polk of Bicycle Revolution in Ridgeland. Eleven years ago, Jeremy and his wife Paula revolutionized the way bicycles are maintained and upgraded in the Ridgeland area by providing a mobile store and service center for their clients. They work closely with the local community to maintain trails and organize events that educate and entertain cyclists of all ages and skill levels. Jeremy hopes to get all of Mississippi outdoors and on a bicycle.   Listen Now >>   Subscribe to The Mississippi Audio Experience on your favorite podcast player: iTunes │Stitcher │ Spotify │ TuneIn Radio   "One of the coolest things about Ridgeland that people don't know is that we have a mountain bike park with nine-and-a-half miles of trails." — Jeremy Polk of Bicycle Revolution @eatjxn — Tweet this   Show Highlights >>   [:23] How Jeremy re

In this episode of the Welcome to Mississippi Audio Experience, host Andy Chapman welcomes Chef Simon Brown of Ridgeland's Seafood R'evolution. The establishment is the culinary culmination of world-renowned Chefs John Folse and Rick Tramonto. The duo, both famous in their own right, banded together to create a unique dining experience that blends superior service, delectable dishes with an eclectic experience. Locally sourced seafood and prime cuts of meat are infused with elements of Cajun, Italian, Scottish, and Southern cultures in the visually exposed kitchen.     Listen Now >>   Subscribe to The Mississippi Audio Experience on your favorite podcast player: iTunes │Stitcher │ Spotify │ TuneIn Radio   "We don't have any barbeque back home [in Scotland]. So, moving to the South is like being a kid in a candy store." — Chef Simon Brown of Seafood R'evolution @eatjxn — Tweet this   Show Highlights >>   [:50] Seafood R'evolution blends real Louisiana Cajun and mode

In this first episode of Season 3 of the Welcome to Mississippi Audio Experience, host Andy Chapman reels in Bobby Cleveland, Manager of the Ross R. Barnett Reservoir to tell us about the countless outdoor activities available at The Rez. Bobby is an expert on the 50,000-acre park with 40-years of experience helping visitors with the best fishing, hunting, camping and eating spots around the lake. He shares the best times for fishing crappie and bass, information about upcoming events, and what makes the Reservoir a great place for families.   Listen Now >>   Subscribe to The Mississippi Audio Experience on your favorite podcast player: iTunes │Stitcher │ Spotify │ TuneIn Radio   "Some people think the Rez is just a fishin' hole but it's so much more." — @BobbyCleveland @eatjxn — Tweet this   Show Highlights >>   [2:33] The Reservoir has a rich 50-year history of bass fishing for sport. [6:59] The economic impacts of the Reservoir and who benefits from it. [12:02] What

In this episode of the Mississippi Audio Experience, our host Andy Chapman talks with the Executive Chef of the entire culinary operation at the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino, Kristian Wade to find out what makes the 72-item buffet so incredibly special. Chef Wade makes our mouths water as he describes the barbecued smoked shoulder, the Sunday Champagne Brunch, the succulent and fresh, local seafood extravaganza on Saturdays and so many more items that are all made fresh in one of his eighteen kitchens.   LISTEN NOW >>> Subscribe to The Mississippi Audio Experience on your favorite podcast player: iTunes │Stitcher │ Spotify │ TuneIn Radio   "All of our desserts are handmade, in-house and that's a very unique thing for a buffet." @eatjxn — Tweet this   Show Highlights:   [1:32] Chef Wade manages all 18 kitchens in the complex. [3:28] What makes the Buffet so unique? [6:17] Why thousands of people come to the Beau Rivage for the holiday buffet. [11:24] And oh my, the desserts!

In this episode of the Mississippi Audio Experience, our host Andy Chapman chats with Yolanda Clay-Moore, the Public Relations Manager at the Jackson Convention & Visitors Bureau about the new 6-part video documentary series, Jackson: City with Soul. Yolanda shares details about each episode, facts about the people, places, and stories of Jackson and suggestions for those who want to learn more about this amazing city. You'll be drawn in by Yolanda's passion for her hometown - and you'll go behind the scenes on the making of this documentary that opened our eyes to a Jackson that we'd never seen - even as lifelong Mississippians. This is a can't miss interview - and the best part is in the final moments of our interview!   LISTEN NOW >>> Subscribe to The Mississippi Audio Experience on your favorite podcast player: iTunes │Stitcher │ Spotify │ TuneIn Radio   "Our strength as a destination lies within our wealth of rich, collective experiences." @eatjxn  — Tweet this   Show

In this episode of the Mississippi Audio Experience, our host Andy Chapman speaks with Zach Taylor to uncover the truth about what makes the menu at Capitol Grill in Jackson stand out. The fact that the generously-sized dining room is surrounded by big screens with every sports package available is just part of the draw to this local sports bar. The Steak Sandwich with Chimichurri, the tamales marinated with Zing Zang Bloody Mary mix and poblano corn salsa, and the Delta-fresh fried Simmons catfish are just a few of the flavor-packed dishes that are made-to-order fresh in the Capitol Grill kitchen led by Chef Lance Gammill.   LISTEN NOW >>> Subscribe to The Mississippi Audio Experience on your favorite podcast player: iTunes │Stitcher │ Spotify │ TuneIn Radio   "We asked ourselves 'How can we bump up the flavor on everything?." @CapitolGrillMS @eatjxn — Tweet this   Show Highlights:   [2:00] Sauces and salsas made in-house kick up the flavor.   [9:57] Capitol Grill is a sp

The best chocolates in Jackson are made by hand at Nandy's Candy.   In this episode of the Welcome to Mississippi Audio Experience, our host Andy Chapman goes behind the scenes at Nandy's Candy and speaks with owner, Emmie King, just before the biggest holiday of the year for candy makers - Valentine's Day. Emmie shows Andy the freshly stocked shelves of some of the world's best-known candies and gives him special access into the candy kitchen. She walks him through all the steps to make their signature, handcrafted chocolates, but never gives up the family's secret recipe.   Listen Now >>   Subscribe to The Mississippi Audio Experience on your favorite podcast player: iTunes │Stitcher │ Spotify │ TuneIn Radio   "We only use fresh raspberries, real cream, and real butter to create the raspberry cream filling for our handmade chocolates." @nandyscandy @eatjxn  — Tweet this   Show Highlights >>   [2:43] Nandy's has well-known candy as well as handmade chocolates

In this episode of the Welcome to Mississippi Audio Experience, our host Andy Chapman takes us behind the scenes at Surin of Thailand in Fondren. This is Andy's first trip to a Thai restaurant, and boy was he in for a treat. Surin creates a flavorful mix of fresh spices, chilis, and tropical foods and pairs it with fried chicken, sea bass, scallops and more. Some dishes may be hard to pronounce, but they are not hard to swallow.   Are your taste buds begging you for something new? Visit Surin of Thailand @eatjxn @SurinJackson — Tweet this   Show Highlights: [3:06] The 'Gateway Drug' Pad Thai stir-fry. [6:19] Juicy Lamb Chops with a killer fish sauce base. [11:26] The Naked Thai Tea may be the best in Mississippi. [14:17] Ah, it's the marinating that makes the fried chicken so good.   Use your Mississippi Perks Pass to get a Buy One, Get One FREE Drinks during Happy Hour (4:30-7pm daily) at Surin!   Continue Your Adventure >>   Surin of Thailand on Facebook Visit Jackson - local

In this episode of the Welcome to Mississippi Audio Experience, our host Andy Chapman takes us behind the scenes at The Pig & Pint in Jackson's hip Fondren neighborhood. If smoked pork, brisket or ribs, Cheddar & Poblano Chili Mac-n-Cheese, or freshly-fried pork rinds sounds good to you, then get yourself over to The Pig & Pint. As Chef Hunter Ray describes each delectable bite, you can hear just how good it will taste.   We call it Mississippi White BBQ. @eatjxn @ThePigandPint — Tweet this   Show Highlights: [:57] What's in the White Cheddar, Poblano Pepper, Smoked Mac & Cheese? [2:16] What makes the hand-dipped corn dogs and freshly-fried pork rinds so special?   With your Mississippi Perks Pass card, you'll enjoy The Pig & Pint's award-winning White Chocolate Cranberry Bread Pudding for FREE when you purchase an entrée - as many times as you want it throughout the year!   Continue Your Adventure >>   The Pig & Pint @ThePigandPint on Twitter The Pig &am

In this episode of the Welcome to Mississippi Audio Experience, our host Andy Chapman takes us behind the scenes at Bully's Restaurant, a hidden gem in the Capital/River area of Jackson. It's the kind of place you visit over and over and over again because it feels like you're part of the family. The James Beard award-winning restaurant doesn't just serve you well, they feed you well, too. Spicy collard greens, hand-tenderized meatloaf and love are on the plate. I swear love is their secret ingredient. It's true that I married my husband because of his meatloaf. @eatjxn — Tweet this Show Highlights: [1:53] The 'famous' Meatloaf is the reason Greta married Tyrone. [3:15] Faith and hard work put the James Beard award on the wall. [4:54] What makes Bully's one of the greatest restaurants in Jackson?   If you want a heartwarming meal with a big healthy side of kindness and grace, seek out Tyrone, Greta and their amazing staff. They are just three minutes off of State Street in Jackson.   Continue Yo

In this episode of the Welcome to Mississippi Audio Experience, our host Andy Chapman takes us behind the scenes at BRAVO! Italian Restaurant & Bar. Andy made it to the first seating of the special re-opening event at the BRAVO! Italian Restaurant & Bar in Highland Village late last year, and if you loved this place before, you will still love it. If you haven't visited yet, this weekend would be a perfect time now that the holiday rush is past!   LISTEN NOW >>> (embed links to itunes, Spotify & Stitcher, etc.)   For the re-opening, our tasting menu included:   Salmon & Tuna Tartar Oyster Fennel Bisque Louisiana Crawfish Skirt Steak with duck-fat braised Brussel sprouts And so much more… If you have never been to @bravobuzz in Jackson, you should hightail it over and bring your appetite. @eatjxn — Tweet this Kudos to co-owner, Jeff Good, and his team for making this a special place to eat. And Executive Chef and Co-owner, Dan Blumenthal, for the delicious menu. They

After months of preparation, we're excited to release the Welcome to Mississippi Audio Experience, a podcast.   Our founder Andy Chapman has loved audio as a communication tool for a long time, and he frequently enjoys opportunities to appear on statewide and local radio to brag on Mississippi's culinary scene or share upcoming events or happenings in the rich tourism offerings in Mississippi.   Now, we're pleased to present Andy Chapman as host of a roving show that literally takes you behind the scenes at the best places to eat, stay and play in Mississippi. Ride along as he takes you into the buzz of restaurant kitchens or to enjoy the gentle breezes of golf courses and other outdoor excursions.   Meet the people that give life everyday to the best places to eat, stay and play in Mississippi and be amazed at the diversity of Mississippi's rich culture.   We'll seek to provide four or five short episodes per month, perfect for quick listening between errands or in the carpool line. Explo