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Episode 63: A Snacky Show with Snacktime, a Big Announcement and Stories from the Road Apr 01, 2024

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What are your favorite snacks? Well, we all have our opinions, but today we have the perfect guests to be on an episode that is fully dedicated to those salty, crispy treats. "Hit it, Snacktime!" You hear us say it in every episode of Delicious City, and now, Snacktime themselves have joined us in the studio. We have a little April Fools fun in this hour of snacking, crunching, reminiscing, and looking forward to the future, including:

Merch Madness Update: The bracket has been narrowed down to the final championship round. Listen to find out how you can win a merch bundle from all of the competitors, and make sure you vote in the finals this Friday (4/5) on our Instagram stories: @deliciouscitypodcast
We miss Marisa! She's traveling this week, but in her absence, we have THREE guests: Sam, Mike and Ben from the Philadelphia based band Snacktime
Snacktime tell us about how they garnered a loyal following during COVID lockdown by performing in Rittenhouse Park. They may have made a couple of enemies that way, but they made FAR more friends.
Plus: they give us the details behind their new music that's out now on all streaming platforms, and their recent feature in a Taco Bell commercial
Snacks are the theme of this episode: the guys from the band give us their best bites *from the road*, the eats they request in their show rider (and debunk the Van Halen/M&Ms myth)
We play a rapid-fire game of "This or That" and debate the more superior treats
We run down our Best Bites of the week, and psychoanalyze Mike's lack of enthusiasm for eating new and exciting things (but we do get some good taco memories out of him)
Dave introduces Eli to the show's new favorite snack. Hint: it has the perfect crunch
Food News includes an annual charity event involving our sister podcast, Chef Radio, plus a couple of springtime openings, and the Pop-Up Run-Down!

And of course, we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

For the most tasty, healthy, and satisfying salads and noodle dishes in Philly, click here to order Honeygrow
We are so excited for our newest partner, Dewey Beer. Check them out to see all the incredible flavors that they are brewing right here in the mid-Atlantic region!
If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level

Episode 62: Merch Madness, "El Chingon" Defined, Our Happy Hour Recap Mar 18, 2024

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We're fresh off of our first Delicious City Happy Hour, and we can't thank you all enough for joining us! We recap that great event, and on the other side of the coin, we run down a fantastic chef's tasting that Eli, Marisa, and Dave all took part in. Plus, we welcome a guest whose Mexican dishes are getting national attention. There's something for everyone in this episode.

Here's what you're going to hear in this episode:

Happy Hour at Paulie Gee's was a DC family affair. The beer! The pizza! The 90s decor! We had a blast getting to know our listeners IRL
Chef Carlos Aparicio of El Chingon joins us in studio. He brings Pueblan cuisine to Passyunk, and his restaurant recently landed on the New York Times list as one of the best new spots in the country!
Eli talks about how, when opening a restaurant, you are running multiple marathons before that restaurant is fully hitting its stride
The Philly famous mural artist who graced the building with their work
Why they decided not to have reservations at El Chingon
Carlos tells us why he doesn't drink tequila. His answer will surprise you
How Carlos' exceptional height helped him get work right away when he came to the US even though he was only 13 years old
Best Bites: We recap the Voi•ãge dining experience with Chef Jeremy Fox from Los Angeles. Plus, Marisa eats the tomato soup to end all tomato soups, some pickled shrimp make BB's, and a duck press machine
Have you ever heard of a double shucked pea? Well, listen up because Eli explains this, and you're going to want to do this for your next spring dish;)
Dave learns why his best bite was so delicious when Eli tells him of the other painstaking technique that Jeremy Fox applied to his dinner for Voi•ãge
Everyone gushes at the beauty of the Lark dining room
Merch Madness! Follow @deliciouscitypodcast on Instagram to find out how to vote for your favorite foodie merch in our brand new bracket contest
Food News includes a special collab that Chef Carlos is taking part in, the launch of Kampar, and the demise (and resurrection) of Dollar Dog Night

And of course, we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

For the most tasty, healthy, and satisfying salads and noodle dishes in Philly, click here to order Honeygrow
We are so excited for our newest partner, Dewey Beer. Check them out to see all the incredible flavors that they are brewing right here in the mid-Atlantic region!
If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level

Episode 61: The Bear Chat, "Name The Flav" with 1-900, Chef's Tasting for 2 Giveaway! Mar 04, 2024

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Delicious City is back with a *sweet* new episode. We welcome Ryan Fitzgerald of 1-900-ICE-CREAM. His small-batch ice cream combos will satisfy your sweet tooth, and his flavor names are some of the most creative. We put him to the test to name our own fictional flavors.

Vote for your favorite on Instagram: @deliciouscitypodcast - Ryan tells us he'll create a limited edition pint based on our votes!

Episode 61 is brought to us by our friends at Forsythia restaurant in Old City where chef Christopher Kearse's modern French food continues to wow guests. Listen to find out how you can win a chef's tasting menu for you and a lucky guest that's as beautiful as it is delicious during our In It 2 Win It segment. For some drool inducing food pics, check out Forsythia HERE 👈 and cue the instant hunger pangs!

Here's the lowdown on episode 61:

Eli finally succumbed to all the peer pressure and watched 'The Bear', and everyone breaks down what's plausible and what's far-fetched about how the show portrays the restaurant industry
As a serial hobbyist, Ryan talks about turning his hobby into a business
Ryan tells us about how his supper club shifted him towards churning out ice cream full time, balancing business and creativity, and how his recent trip to France inspired him to create the best experience possible for his customers
Copyright conundrums: Choco Taco, Taco Tuesday, Kunz Spoons and more
Did any of the gang call 1-900 numbers back in the day? Time to fess up!
We're partnering with Dewey Beer to bring you a happy hour hang on Monday, March 11th at Paulie Gee's. It's free with RSVP. Come hang with us and enjoy some brews and slices!
Best Bites include venison, scallops, tuna, and lamb ribs
Food News: A new deli in Cherry Hill, a chocolate speakeasy, and a Vietnamese spot that's getting a lot of attention. Plus: the Pop-Up Run-Down!

And of course we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

For the most tasty, healthy, and satisfying salads and noodle dishes in Philly, click here to order Honeygrow
So excited for our newest partner, Dewey Beer. Check them out to see all the incredible flavors that they are brewing right here in the mid Atlantic region!
If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level

Connect with us on Instagram and, of course, share your eating adventures with us as well as tag us in your posts so we can talk about them on air!

Episode 60: Hoagie Hero, South Philly Stories and an Upcoming Beer & Pizza Happy Hour Feb 19, 2024

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Hoagies are the fabric of Philadelphian society. They fuel our long days and late nights. They bring us together at the deli counter. Our orders show off our individuality: are you an extra hot peppers kinda guy, or a seeded roll only kinda gal? Our own Hoagie Hero (as voted by you, Delicious City listeners, in the Tasties awards) Jason Okdeh tells us how this special sandwich has put him on a path to success and allowed him to foster community around his shop, Farina Di Vita.

Plus!

Jae explains how he went from having a pasta pop-up to an award winning shop that sells fresh and tasty sandwiches, sauces and more in South Philly. He goes even further back to his upbringing, and the gang talks about all the trouble they got into as kids (and how they got away with it)
We debate seeded vs non-seeded rolls for hoagies (which do you prefer?) and East Coast Hoagies vs. West Coast Subs (you know which one is better)
The importance of community support: Jay was given a lot of love and opportunity when he was first starting his business, and now he wants to pay it forward by offering his space to anyone who wants to do a pop-up there
Shout out to Fox & Son in Reading Terminal Market. We were munching on their Valentines Corn Dog Bouquet throughout this episode
Best Bites include the "world's best hot dog," a haunted dinner, a private pop-up, and succulent shrimp. We also add some bonus bites from NJ and NYC, and surprise Eli with funnel cake for his birthday last week!
We announce a new Delicious City partner and a special happy hour event happening on March 11th at Paulie Gee's
Food News: Pizza in Passyunk, good news for La Croix, and Dave is curating a wagyu cheesesteak pop-up on February 27th
In It To Win It: Listen to find out how you can win a $100 gift card to one of Delicious City's favorite restaurants, Cantina La Martina! Hint: You'll need to follow @deliciouscitypodcast on Instagram to be in the running.
Pop-Up Run-Down: get the scoop on these one-night-only events, and follow us on Instagram for reminders and ticket info. AND: Jae reveals his pasta flight pop-up here first!

And of course we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

For the most tasty, healthy, and satisfying salads and noodle dishes in Philly, click here to order Honeygrow
So excited for our newest partner, Dewey Beer. Check them out to see all the incredible flavors that they are brewing right here in the mid Atlantic region!
If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level

Connect with us on Instagram and, of course, share your eating adventures with us as well as tag us in your posts so we can talk about them on air!

Episode 59: The 50 Best Restaurants in a City of Pop-Ups (plus a Gift Card GIVEAWAY!) Feb 05, 2024

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Philadelphia Magazine's annual list of 50 Best Restaurants always sparks controversy in our food scene. Who's in? Who's out? What does "best" mean, anyway? We discuss it all in a riveting conversation with Philly Mag's food editor, Kae Lani Palmisano. We've also got new music from our friends in Snacktime, AND something for you, loyal listener, to potentially win!

Plus This!

Eli brings his homegrown "rooftop juice" to share with the crew. It's fire!
Our friend and self-described "food history nerd" Kae Lani impresses all of us with her ability to expertly balance so many projects at once: writing, editing, hosting, scoping out all the best dishes in Philly, AND she just became a mama last year!
We dive into the 50 Best Restaurants list and ask about the process of narrowing the list down when there are so many heritage and contemporary spots to choose from. Kae Lani explains the new bonus categories this year, including markets and pop-ups.
We debate what the word "best" means to us. Is it consistency? Creativity? Commitment? Or perhaps a combination of that and more?
Best Bites: Marisa and Kae Lani describe two unique experiences at the same restaurant, Dave eats a pig's face and Eli sheds some light on an underrated Mexican dish.
GIVEAWAY TIME! Listen to find out how you can win a $100 gift card to a spot we talk about on Delicious City all the time! Hint: You'll need to follow @deliciouscitypodcast on Instagram to be in the running.
Food News: So. Many. Pop-ups. Thanks to Delicious City's bff Sharon for giving us the scoop. There's something to eat almost every night of the week with this big list of unique dining experiences.
NEW MUSIC! Hear the new track "Together" from our friends at Snacktime, and then go add it to your playlist on your favorite music streaming app.

And of course we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

For the most tasty, healthy, and satisfying salads and noodle dishes in Philly, click here to order Honeygrow
If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level

Connect with us on Instagram and, of course, share your eating adventures with us as well as tag us in your posts so we can talk about them on air!

Episode 58: For the Love of Local Wine, BYO Pairing Ideas, and Plenty of Pop-Ups in Philly Jan 22, 2024

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A glass of wine can elevate a meal from good to great with a single sip. Pair local eats with local drinks, and you've got a match made in foodie heaven. That's what this episode of Delicious City is all about! The folks from Mural City Cellars join us in studio and quickly become our favorite guests ever when they crack open a bottle of wine for us that's not even on bar shelves yet! No offense every other amazing guest we've ever had on here, but.....did you bring wine? Plus: a HUGE event announcement in Food News that podcast listeners can get early access to, so listen closely.

Here's what we talked about:

Nicholas Ducos and Francesca Galarus tell the stories of their culinary journeys and when they converged. They tell us how Nicholas fell in love with winemaking, and how Francesca's hospitality and business acumen helped launch Mural City Cellars in Fishtown.
Making batches of wine in Francesca's mom's garage, and how they're going to open a bar in a converted garage later this year. Full circle moment
Eli and Nicholas compare their experiences at the Culinary Institute of America, while Marisa and Francesca bond over growing up on the Main Line
Did you know that Pennsylvania is one of the top 5 grape producing states in the country? Another one in the top 5 is close to Eli's heart
We taste the "Sauvi B" and all agree that it's a winner. Eli gets into his obsession with fermentation, both with food and beverage
BYO in the Know: We took YOUR suggestions, dear listeners, from Instagram and paired your favorite restaurants with Mural City Cellars wines. Save these in a note on your phone, they'll come in handy the next time you ask "What should we bring?"
Best Bites: Turkish takeout, a private dinner with Italian focus, and a beautifully layered parfait
Food News: Eli is bursting at the seams to announce the Voi•ãge next dinner! It goes on sale TODAY with early access for Delicious City listeners. It features two well-known chefs over two nights in a gorgeous space. Go get your tickets now!
Plus: a nod to the restaurants closing this month, and a big list of pop-ups and collabs you need to put on your calendar. What freeze?! Get out of the house and EAT!

And of course we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

For the most tasty, healthy, and satisfying salads and noodle dishes in Philly, click here to order Honeygrow

If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level

Connect with us on Instagram and, of course, share your eating adventures with us as well as tag us in your posts so we can talk about them on air!

Episode 57: A Mythical Chef Guest, 2023 Restaurant Retrospective, and a Soup Dumpling Hack Jan 08, 2024

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The first episode of 2024 is here! Delicious City's first guest of the year is a man who is known by one name, like Madonna, Bono, and Slash… Shola runs one of the most exclusive dining experiences in Philly at his Studio Kitchen in the BOK building, wowing everyone who sits at his table with his unique take on modernist cuisine. Plus: a 2023 Restaurant Retrospective, and what we're most looking forward to in the new year!

Some of the DC cast are embarking on *Dry January* and discuss non-alcoholic options that still taste good without booze
Shola talks about his journey to Philadelphia, the stops he made between here and his home country of Nigeria, and how he made a name for himself as an underground master of modernist cooking.
Remember all that fuss over the Piazza 12 years ago? Shola tells his side of the story of the restaurant that never was and why it doesn't bother him nowadays
Shola also talks about his appearance on 'Somebody Feed Phil' with Phil Rosenthal and the philosophy behind his favorite kitchen "toys"
Best Bites include several breakfast sandwiches that are worth setting your alarm for! Eli and Dave have a couple of culinary highlights from the North NJ/NYC area, and Eli shares his leftover dumpling hack
We look back on 2023 restaurant wins (and fails) in our city, and everybody names their most anticipated opening of 2024
Food News includes an ice cream comeback, a retro gamer's paradise, and a few moves happening over in University City. We also find out who topped Craig LaBan's favorite dishes of the past year

And of course we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

For the most tasty, healthy, and satisfying salads and noodle dishes in Philly, click here to order Honeygrow
If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level

Connect with us on Instagram and, of course, share your eating adventures with us as well as tag us in your posts so we can talk about them on air!

Episode 56: Dave the Santa, The Tasties Recap and Christmas Morning Memories Dec 23, 2023

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We're feeling a little ~crispy~ after an epic bash mere hours before recording, but it was 100% worth it to power through and recap the awesomeness, and of course we had to thank everyone who joined us at the 2nd annual Delicious City holiday party!

Also on the show:

Dave plays Santa and gives out gifts to everyone on his "nice" list. Marisa's gift is very Philly and Eli's looks prehistoric
Dave recounts his experience as our official party Santa, which was far better than his days as Santa at K-Mart when he was a teen
Memories of our favorite holiday gifts as kids, and the tradition of putting oranges in stockings
THE TASTIES! We run down the list of nominees of our first-ever Delicious City awards (all of them worthy of your patronage!) and reveal the 2023 winners. We also recap whose trophy acceptance that stole the show… Thank you to all who voted!
Best Bites: Most are from the rockstar vendors at the holiday party, but Marisa has a few veggie-based honorable mentions too
Wit Wez: Why do people leave low ratings on Yelp and Google reviews because of something stupid (that usually isn't even the restaurant's fault?!)
Food News: Bradley Cooper's foray into the cheesesteak business, a new listening room, and a supper club residency
What we're looking forward to in 2024… THANK YOU DELICIOUS CITY FAM for a great year!

And of course we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

For the most tasty, healthy, and satisfying salads and noodle dishes in Philly, click here to order Honeygrow
If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level

Connect with us on Instagram and, of course, share your eating adventures with us as well as tag us in your posts so we can talk about them on air!

Episode 55: Broadway Sundays, Stock's Poundcake, and the Inaugural Delicious City Awards, The Tasties! Dec 12, 2023

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It's a busy day here at Delicious City with multiple special guests, lots of Best Bites AND an awards announcement! Let's jump right in:

Fresh off an excellent podcast lunch at High Street, the group brings Randal Mrazik into the studio to talk about The Tavern Group, which includes Tavern on Camac, Tavern Inn, U Bar, and the newest addition, Otto's in Brewerytown
Randal runs down the history of Camac Street in Philadelphia, and Marisa shares one of her favorite weekend parties: Broadway Sundays, plus a magical Christmas moment at U Bar
Dave's getting married! He tells the engagement story, which, in typical Dave fashion, includes a rundown of the dinner menu from that night
Drumroll, please… The Tasties will open for voting on Wednesday, December 13th, for 24 hours only, starting at noon! Eli runs down the categories for 2023. Trust us, these aren't your mama's foodie awards. Go to @deliciouscitypodcast on Instagram to pick the best in dining and drinking.
Eli has his first Stock's pound cake experience thanks to Dave, and they figure out ways to use up the yummy leftovers
Best Bites! Marisa and Dave pick the same spot, but for completely different reasons. Eli recounts a fun and scrumptious dim sum brunch, and we find out what a "bang bang" is
Food News! Seven moles, seven pickles, a twenty-three-course omakase, and too many muffins to count
More guests arrive! We learn about AAJI's Tomato Lonsa and the family recipe that makes it so special. Dave and Randal taste it (and love it), and Eli explains how the rich heat and flavor are different from the "Americanized" version of spicy

And of course we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

For the most tasty, healthy, and satisfying salads and noodle dishes in Philly, click here to order Honeygrow
If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level

Connect with us on Instagram and, of course, share your eating adventures with us as well as tag us in your posts so we can talk about them on air!

Episode 54: Turkey Love, Favorite Trimmings, Secret Dinner Parties Nov 22, 2023

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It's the greatest foodie holiday of them all, Thanksgiving! Delicious City sets the table with their turkey techniques, trivia with a special guest host, veggie options and more.

Also on the show:

This episode kicks off with an unexpectedly wild story about a maniac chef and a missing Kunz spoon
Thanksgiving chat: electric carving knives, how to find the "turkey oyster", and Eli's mission to fry a turkey for the very first time this year
We've also got all the trimmings: we cover the best time of day to have holiday dinner, why crab cakes are popular this time of year, different types of stuffing and potato sides, how long you should let a turkey rest before carving, and what our resident vegetarian Marisa eats on a holiday that's centered around a giant bird
Best Bites include an array of food trucks, a secret dinner party, and a very messy sandwich
Dave returns after a week off with a new Wit Wez, and this time he's got a bone to pick with the marathon runners interrupting his brunch plans
Thanksgiving Trivia, hosted by Dylan Kulp, who turns out to be such a great emcee that he might put his dad Eli out of a job soon! Dylan keeps the chaos under control as the Delicious City crew tests their knowledge of the holiday

And of course we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

For the most tasty, healthy, and satisfying salads and noodle dishes in Philly, click here to order Honeygrow
If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level

Connect with us on Instagram and, of course, share your eating adventures with us as well as tag us in your posts so we can talk about them on air!

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