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Ep. 160: We're Freaking Out Over Pizza Freak Co May 04, 2026

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Philly based Pizza Freak Co. is reinventing the frozen pie. With a specialized Freak Frame and a vision for everyone to have delicious pizza without leaving their home, Chef Brad Daniels whips up perfectly crispy slices for the Delicious City crew. After hearing this crunchy ASMR, you're going to want to stock your freezer ASAP.

Best Bites this week range from a sushi omakase to swordfish tacos, and Eli and Marisa weigh the pros and cons of the bells: should that restaurant ratings system make a return?

00:00 Should we bring back bells?
08:03 Chef Brad Daniels with Pizza Freak Co
25:16 Falling asleep after you put a pizza in the oven
28:26 Best Bites: our favorite dishes of the week including a "Double Toro" bite
45:03 The Dish: events and pop-ups in and around Philadelphia

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Ep. 159: Cheesesteak Jerky and Dave's Epic Month of Eating Apr 27, 2026

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Chicken meat sticks, Philly restaurant news, and some strong opinions about....well, you're just going to have to listen and find out.

Speaking of meat sticks, Marcos Espinoza aka Fidel Gastro stops by with Side Project Jerky's newest flavors, and things get interesting fast. Dave catches us up on everything he's been up to for the past few weeks, from here to Chicago to Costa Rica. Plus, a packed edition of The Sauce with major restaurant openings, hot takes (sorry, England), and a heads-up about those Iron Hill gift cards.

00:00 Marcos Espinoza aka Fidel Gastro with Side Project Jerky
14:00 Wit Wez: clean up after yourself!
20:30 Southeast Asian Market was packed: tips and tricks
27:18 Whatcha Been Eatin': a packed menu
45:03 The Sauce: Chef and Restaurant News

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Ep. 158: Oyster House Celebrates 50 Years in Philadelphia Apr 20, 2026

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The gang's all here! Eli, Marisa and Dave are back together with Best Bites, food events and dinner pop-ups, and a guest whose restaurant is a longtime favorite of this podcast (and a nominee at The Tasties!). Sam Mink dives into the rich history of Oyster House, from the original location to the current faves on the menu that have kept Philadelphians coming back for over 50 years. Hear about different types of oysters and why they're so succulent, how Sam found out that the restaurant was honored by the James Beard Awards, and what's next for the Sansom Street staple.

00:00 Food delivery robots: yay or nay?
06:08 Sam Mink of Oyster House
09:48 History, switching locations and family-run ethos
24:53 Best Bites: a massive bluefin tuna, modern Mexican and beef tartare sliders
46:21 The Dish: Events and Pop-Ups in Philly

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Ep. 157: Vegan Cheddar, Cured Beets and Plant Based Treats Apr 13, 2026

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Grab a snack and hit play: we've got a lot of eats for you. Delicious City welcomes Rachel Klein, who's bringing the plant-based flavor bombs she serves at Miss Rachel's Pantry into your home with a new subscription service. Eli and Marisa open up their food diaries for Whatcha Been Eatin', and you'll hear about a heartwarming experience at Philabundance Community Kitchen.

00:00 Marisa's moving experience at PCK with other Philly influencers
09:46 Eli's food diary and Philly stickers
12:14 Whatcha Been Eatin': everything we loved and then some
28:17 Rachel Klein of Miss Rachel's Pantry brings us vegan cheese
50:35 Food news, with lots of local restaurant openings

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

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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!

Ep. 156: N.A. Poe Will Turn Anything Into A Sandwich Apr 06, 2026

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You know Delicious City loves a *high class* sandwich, and today's guest has plenty to go around. Philly-based self-proclaimed pothead, comedian and activist N.A. Poe just announced that The Monto, a collaboration with the owners of Fergie's Pub, is coming to Old City this month. He gives us all the details on that, and the latest on Poe's Sandwich Joint, Poe's Side Piece in Human Robot, and the kitchen at Poison Heart. Plus: James Beard nominees for 2026, spring events and dinners in Philly, and we figure out exactly what a "spice bag" is.

(00:00) James Beard nominees: Philly represent

(12:58) N.A. Poe of Poe's Sandwich Joint and more

(13:45) The Monto: Irish and Italian collide in Old City

(16:27) Activism around legalizing cannabis

(31:05) What are spice bags?

(38:40) Best Bites: the best thing we ate this week

(51:51) The Dish: Events and Pop-ups in April

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Ep. 155: Live from the Airport for Philly Cheesesteak Week Mar 30, 2026

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We're cleared for takeoff! In this special episode of Delicious City, Eli and Marisa are live from the Philadelphia International Airport to celebrate PHL Cheesesteak Week. They cover the record-breaking cheesesteak moment that made history at the airport, talk to sandwich expert Mike Madaio about his new book dedicated to the city's greatest sandwiches, and welcome Kosuke and Tomomi Chujo to find out how they're spreading Philly love across the globe at Nihombashi Philly Tokyo.

(08:01) Mike Madaio, author of 'A History of Philadelphia Sandwiches'

(14:34) World's longest line of cheesesteaks

(18:45) Never-fail airport snacks

(23:15) Philly-based restaurants at the PHL airport

(35:57) Kosuke and Tomomi Chujo of Nihombashi Philly Tokyo

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

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Ep. 154: Gluten Free in Philly (Plus Vegan Options!) Mar 23, 2026

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Philly is lucky to have so many gluten-free options, all of them delicious. Kerri Sitrin of Sitrin Consulting and Radio Sara of WMMR and Breakdown Media joined Chef Eli in his kitchen to sound off on their favorite snacks and spots.

This episode isn't just for the gluten-free gang - we also shout out spots for vegetarians and vegans, plus a few allergy-aware restaurants around Philadelphia where you can order more than a glass of water.

Know someone in your life who is gluten free, vegetarian, or sensitive to certain ingredients? Share this podcast with them so they know exactly where to eat, stress free.

(00:00) Sara's Metallica cheesesteak shirt
(05:38) Kerri Sitrin and Gluten Free Eats
(37:18) Vegetarian and Vegan Locations
(43:43) Best Bites: Our favorite meals of the week
(54:20) The Dish: Events and Pop-Ups

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

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Ep. 153: Where To Eat During Philly's False Spring Mar 16, 2026

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Welcome to March in Philadelphia: one day it's 80 degrees outside, and the next it's snowing. Late-winter flavors are in season, but when you get that brief taste of warm weather, you're craving summer produce. If your palette is confused, you've come to the right place. With help from Josh Moore, aka @JoshEatsPhilly, Eli and Marisa create your Philly dining checklist, from multi-course dinners to easy take out.

Plus: Chef Tim Dearing of Úle tells the story behind a special dinner happening this week, benefitting the Everywhere Project, which supports harm reduction and overdose prevention in Philly.

(02:17) Knowing your server's name
(05:13) Chef Tim Dearing discusses the charity dinner in honor of Rye Crofter
(24:15) Whatcha Been Eatin' with JoshEatsPhilly: bookmark these restaurants now!
(42:00) Why Philly "false spring" is hard for chefs
(47:48) Chef and Restaurant Happenings

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

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Ep. 152: 3 Years of Decadent Natas at Gilda Mar 09, 2026

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You've heard about Gilda's outstanding breakfast sandwiches and creamy natas on Delicious City. Now, three years in, Brian Mattera is in the studio to reflect on how far this beloved Fishtown cafe has come. With guest co-host Josh Moore, aka @JoshEatsPhilly, they talk about the playful community spirit behind the food and the brand, connecting with the neighborhood through chef collabs and quirky merch, and what's ahead for Gilda. And there's lots of beverage talk if you're thirsty: margaritas, Diet Coke, canned water, iced coffee, and more…

(00:00) Diet Coke in cereal and drinking from the hose
(09:29) JoshEatsPhilly, award winning influencer, shares his journey
(21:12) Brian Mattera on Gilda's 3rd anniversary
(34:40) Cheap margarita horror stories
(37:15) Best Bites: Breakfast sandwiches and pesto pasta
(51:17) The Dish: Events and Pop-Ups in Philadelphia

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Ep. 151: Welcoming The Simpsons Family to Our Turf Mar 02, 2026

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In honor of the looming 250th birthday of America and 800th episode of "The Simpsons", The Simpson family took a trip to none other than the city of brotherly love, and we are here to untangle it. We cover the details you might have missed, what we would have loved to see in it, and most importantly… the food.

After reliving the latest "The Simpsons" episode, we run through the food that's been making us drop everything, including IKEA? In this episode you'll know where to have your next bite and have some fun.

(00:00) Party Favor Brainstorming
(07:55) Simpsons Philadelphia Episode Critiques and Praises
(10:40) Philadelphia Food Seen Through Homer
(25:02) Whatcha Been Eatin': IKEA, Oysters & Hotpot
(43:48) Eli's Wild IKEA Story
(49:04) Food News and Updates

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