<p>Elihue Washington, Jr., -- owner and head fish fryer at the Lassis Inn in Little Rock, Arkansas -- stopped by the Heaping Spoonful studio to talk about his restaurant, which dates back to 1905, his commitment to serving only piping-hot, freshly fried fish and the awards that have come his way, including a coveted American Classics designation by the James Beard Foundation.</p>

Brian Deloney, owner and chef at Maddie's Place in Little Rock, AR

"Heaping Spoonful" is a twice-monthly conversation with restaurateurs, chefs, growers and others who have helped generate the legends associated with eateries across the Mid-South. The team at Ben E. Keith is proud to sponsor this adventure with the goal of preserving the stories that have helped cultivate an amazing food scene across the Mid-South.