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Mind Blown™! Iconic 85-Year-Old Wintzell’s Oyster House Adds Plant Based Seafood to Its Menu

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Erica Batterman for Mind Blown Plant Based Seafood Co.

GWYNN’S ISLAND, VA (March 2025) – Mind Blown™ Plant Based Seafood Co. is making history with a new partnership with Wintzell’s Oyster House, the beloved Southern seafood chain established in 1938. This collaboration brings Mind Blown’s plant based oysters, crispy-coated shrimp, and award-winning crab cakes to Wintzell’s Montgomery, AL location, offering seafood lovers a sustainable alternative without sacrificing taste or texture.

Just in time for Lent, guests can enjoy Mind Blown™ Plant Based Oysters in Po’ Boys, baskets, salads, and entrées. The crispy-coated plant-based shrimp will also be available in baskets and as a salad topping, while the award-winning crab cake will be featured in Wintzell’s Magnolia Crab Cake Sandwich.

A Perfect Blend of Tradition and Innovation
For 85 years, Wintzell’s has been known for its famous “Fried, Stewed, and Nude” oysters, serving generations of seafood lovers. Now, as the restaurant embraces evolving tastes, it continues its legacy of quality while offering more sustainable dining options. Recently named one of The Best Seafood Restaurants in All 50 States by MSN, Wintzell’s remains a premier seafood destination.

“At Wintzell’s, we honor tradition but also recognize the importance of innovation,” said Danielle Kennedy, CEO of Wintzell’s Oyster House. “Partnering with Mind Blown™ allows us to expand our menu with sustainable options that taste incredible.”
This partnership is especially meaningful as both companies are women-led and share a vision for the future of seafood—one that provides consumers with delicious alternatives without compromising on experience.

“We’re thrilled that an iconic seafood institution like Wintzell’s is embracing our Mind Blown™ products,” said Monica Talbert, Co-Founder and CEO of Mind Blown™ Plant Based Seafood Co. “This collaboration shows just how far plant-based seafood has come. Whether you’re a seafood lover or just curious to try something new, these dishes will blow your mind.”

About Wintzell’s Oyster House
Founded in 1938 in Mobile, Alabama, Wintzell’s has been serving Southern-style seafood, oyster dishes, and award-winning gumbo for over eight decades. With multiple locations and expansion plans in Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee, it remains a go-to destination for seafood lovers.
More information: wintzellsoysterhouse.com

About Mind Blown™ Plant Based Seafood Co.
Mind Blown™ is an all-female, family-owned company with over 25 years of seafood expertise, now revolutionizing the industry with plant-based alternatives. Their products have earned top industry awards and support marine restoration through their ‘1% for Coral Reef’ pledge.
More information: eatmindblown.com
Media Contact:
Erica Batterman
erica@plantbasedseafoodco.com

About Mind Blown™ Plant Based Seafood Co.

Mind Blown™ Plant Based Seafood Co. is a family-owned, all-female company with 25+ years of seafood expertise. Now, they’re making waves with ocean-friendly, plant based seafood like Dusted Scallops, Coconut Shrimp, Crab Cakes, and more. Dedicated to sustainability, they support marine restoration through their ‘1% for Coral Reef’ pledge with the Coral Restoration Foundation. Their innovation has earned top honors, including Best Plant Based Seafood at the World Plant Based Awards and Best New Frozen Product at Expo West NEXTY Awards. In 2023, Real Leaders named them a Top 300 Impact Company. Mind Blown™ is redefining seafood—one plant based bite at a time.

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