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Cooking real Chinese food at home with Kevin Pang Oct 18, 2023

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America's Test Kitchen's Kevin Pang and his dad, Jeffrey Pang, star in the YouTube cooking series "Hunger Pangs" — and they’ve teamed up to write the soon-to-be released "A Very Chinese Cookbook." In this episode, Kevin shares how recipes can be easy, but remain authentic. Plus, Kevin tells David Manilow why his favorite Chinese restaurants in Chicago aren't in Chinatown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Becoming dining's great improvisor with Avli’s Louie Alexakis Oct 11, 2023

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From Greektown to the North Shore, restaurateur Louie Alexakis has found inspiration from his days on Chicago’s improv stages with the likes of Chris Farley and Mike Myers. After growing his ownership to six restaurants, Alexakis is aiming to next make a splash in the West Loop. He shares details with David Manilow on the two new Greek concepts he's bringing to Fulton Market. Plus, in this episode, Alexakis also reveals the intangibles that can make or break a restaurant. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chicago’s hidden steakhouses Oct 04, 2023

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We open a new month with the latest edition of Where Dave Ate. In this episode, David Manilow explores Chicago’s hidden steakhouses, with a tasty trip through a trio of neighborhoods: Pilsen, Ukrainian Village, and Avondale. Plus, Crain’s Ally Marotti reports on Portillo’s lofty expansion goals. Hear how the company plans to expand to more than 900 U.S. locations in the next 20 years. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Donnie Madia is Chicago’s restaurant renaissance man Sep 27, 2023

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Donnie Madia of One Off Hospitality is one of the biggest stars on Chicago’s culinary scene. Now, he’s also getting his star turn on "The Bear." The James Beard Award winner’s list of iconic restaurants include The Publican, avec and Big Star, among others. In this episode, he opens up to David Manilow about humility, creativity and what his mother and aunt taught him about caretaking. Plus, Crain’s Ally Marotti reports on the bold expansion of Three Floyds Brewery. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Making Chicago work for small food businesses with Katherine Duncan Sep 20, 2023

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Confectioner Katherine Duncan wants to make Chicago work better for its small business owners — especially in the food sector. The award-winning chocolatier has a menu full of ideas for Brandon Johnson's administration. In this episode, Duncan also gives a history lesson on truffles and tells Manilow why her hot chocolate is a secret weapon. Plus, Crain’s Ally Marotti reports on why culinary tourism is sizzling in Chicago. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How Genie Kwon and Tim Flores became Chicago's favorite restaurant couple Sep 13, 2023

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Kasama means "together" — and that’s how chefs Genie Kwon and Tim Flores have earned their Michelin star. Not to mention their unlikely pairing of a bakery with a fine dining Filipino restaurant also earned them this year’s James Beard award for Best Chef in the Great Lakes Region. In this episode, we learn why diners are waiting more than two hours to taste what the Kasama team is creating. Plus, Crain’s Ally Marotti reports on a Chicago burger merger and why McDonald’s is pushing profits by taking away self-serve drink stations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sandwiches from a James Beard Award winner Sep 06, 2023

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We start September with another edition of "Where Dave Ate" — listen in for David Manilow's monthly restaurant recommendations. In this episode, that includes Po' boys created by a James Beard Award-winning chef and a Logan Square pop-up restaurant. Plus, Crain’s Ally Marotti reports on how hybrid work has influenced restaurant expansion in the suburbs. We'll also get a full dose of David Manilow's obsession with bread. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Betting on Michigan Avenue with George Archos Aug 30, 2023

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In this episode, we delve into insights from a Chicagoan who became a restaurant owner at 19. George Archos, the founder and CEO of Verano Holdings, recently opened a new restaurant on the Magnificent Mile and shares why its still the place to be. We also learn what restaurants and cannabis have in common — and David Manilow finds out how Archos is thriving in both. Plus, Crain’s Ally Marotti returns to outline those extra surcharges at the bottom of your restaurant bill, and Manilow makes the case for a single, standard service fee. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago 'dive bar' with $450 glasses of wine Aug 23, 2023

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In this episode, Crain's Ally Marotti reports on an "upscale dive bar" in River North that’s uncorking rare wines. Some of the vintages date back to the 19th century and can cost hundreds of dollars per glass. Plus, David Manilow chats with sommelier Philippe André about what to drink this fall and beyond. André also shares his list of unheralded wine regions and the all-time greatest Champagne and food pairing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chicago's quintessential food adventure with Brian Jupiter Aug 16, 2023

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What if nature dictated your menu? In this episode, Manilow chats with chef Brian Jupiter about the frontier for culinary adventure. The James Beard Award semifinalist also shares the story of his bold entrance into Chicago's fine dining scene as a 22 year old. Plus, Crain's Ally Marotti reports on why Chick-fil-A is betting on the South Side’s Pullman neighborhood. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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