Mookie Wilson on Family, Food and the Friendship Nobody Expected

Mookie Wilson joins Jay Horwitz for a conversation that goes far beyond baseball. Mookie discusses the growth of Legacy Catering at Citi Field, the family recipes that inspired the business, and why keeping the Wilson family together remains the company's top priority. He also reflects on the 1986 Mets, the enduring bond shared by that championship team, and his unlikely friendship with Bill Buckner that developed after one of the most famous moments in baseball history. 00:00 Introduction and Legacy Catering at Citi Field01:12 The food behind Legacy Catering02:20 Building a family business together03:29 Growing the catering operation04:21 How Mets Fantasy Camp helped launch the business05:05 Honoring family through Legacy Catering06:23 Mookie's favorite desserts07:41 Getting repeat customers and growing the brand09:13 Being recognized as a chef10:00 Watching Game 6 over the years10:40 Mookie's friendship with Bill Buckner12:14 Bill Buckner and post-1986 appearances13:20 Watching the Red Sox finally win in 200413:40 Mookie on politics and leadership15:21 Looking ahead to the 1986 Mets reunion16:15 Remembering teammates and coaches no longer with us17:15 The toughness of the 1986 Mets18:24 Why the 1986 Mets remain so close today19:15 Final thoughts and Legacy Catering Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices