Delicious City Philly

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 diff...

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 ex...

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 k...

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...

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 y...

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...

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...

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 m...

Jill Weber has traveled the globe as an archeologist, and she brings touches of the cultures from her adventures (and her deep wine knowledge) back home to Philly so we can all experience it, too. As the founder of Sojourn Philly, Jill curates unforgettable dining spots, wine tastings, and creative collaborations, all inspired by her journeys. She's also a member of the Sisterly Love Collective, w...

We're still feeling the good vibes from The Tasties, and the gang has the most decorated winner from the night in studio: Dan Suro. If you've ever wondered what gives Tequilas its staying power, Dan and his family have the process locked in. We find out how Tequilas made a comeback after a fire in 2023, and how Philly rallied behind them. Dan's also the man behind La Jefa, an extension of Tequilas...

The Tasties, WOW! What started as a humble effort to spotlight Philly's food scene has grown into something truly special. Eli, Marisa and Dave recap the moments from the ceremony that tugged at our heartstrings, and the bites from the afterparty that made out mouths water.   Thank you to all of the nominees, the chefs and bartenders who served up an amazing spread that night, the staff at Live Ca...

Dave's back on the pod with Eli and Marisa, and there's a ton of Best Bites to recap. If you're getting cabin fever and don't know where to go eat, we've got you. Alyssa Termini of C-CAP, the Careers through Culinary Arts Program, stops in to talk about how she and her team are preparing the next generation of restaurant professionals in Philadelphia, and how you can help. Her students have worked...

Award winning restaurateur Ellen Yin stops by Delicious City's studio setup in The Back Room at High Street, and we left inspired! With High Street Hospitality Group, she launched multiple Philly restaurants that have become mainstays, with more on the way. Ellen does all of this while building community within the industry, whether it's through Sisterly Love Collective or by supporting a number o...

We're kicking off 2026 in The Back Room at High Street with one of Philly's favorite culinary couples: Dionicio Jiménez and Mariangeli Alicea Saez. They share an update on Cantina La Martina's transition and all the places you can now find them cooking across the area. We dive into what it means to give back, why Kensington will always hold a place in their hearts, and how Mexican cuisine goes far...

Happy Holidays and Happy Victory Monday (GO BIRDS!) Delicious City will be back in the studio in January with fresh finds and lots of food news for 2026. In this special bonus episode, legendary food critic Craig LaBan turns the tables and interviews Eli, Marisa, and Dave in front of a live audience. The conversation, recorded on stage at The Fillmore during Philadelphia Inquirer Food Fest in Nove...

It's been another year of unforgettable meals. From friends' living rooms to Philly's luxury hotels, we scoured the city for the best bites of the year so we could bring them to YOU to share. Thank you to our podcast family for a great 2025! Listen as we recap the highlights of the year, announce The Tasties People's Choice nominees, and catch up with Trashy Wall Art creator Braden Young. 03:27 El...

Greg Vernick is in the studio with a major exclusive: E milia , his new Italian restaurant, is coming to Fishtown. Years in the making, Chef tells us all the details - plus his Philly-rooted culinary journey, what makes Fishtown such a special neighborhood, and how he builds an all-star team. Eli, Marisa and Dave also run down where to score the best pasta sauces, salads, and chocolate chip cookie...

The Tasties are back with even more nominees, because there's so much to celebrate in the Philly food scene! Eli, Marisa and Dave tell us who's up for Chef of the Year, Best New Restaurant, Craft Cocktail Excellence, the Icon Award and more. Get tickets at DeliciousCityPodcast.com , walk the red carpet on February 1st, enjoy the best bites in the city, and be with us LIVE to see who takes home the...

Michelin stars have officially been awarded in Philadelphia, and Delicious City has a lot of thoughts… Congrats to everyone who was recognized! Eli, Marisa and Dave share highlights from the ceremony, and name the chefs who they think were overlooked this year. Plus, Sydney Adams and Tom Caruso of Pray Tell Wines bring their playful and classy sips to the studio and let us in on their winemaking p...

"Teach a man to fish, and he'll learn how to fish fry." Chef Chaz Brown has a tasty way to fight invasive species and help the environment: eat the fish! He tells Eli and Dave where we can devour his Fish Fry platters and shrimp hoagies at his new concept, Rumblefish. (sneak peek on Sunday, November 30 at Amy's Pastelillos) The gang also cover the conclusion of the Google scam review drama, the pe...

This week we'll finally find out which restaurants in Philadelphia get a Michelin Star. Eli and Dave make their predictions on which spots and chefs will receive the honor. Then they welcome George Murkowicz of 1906  in Longwood Gardens, who brings some amazing osetra caviar from  Caviar XS and make-your-own Wagyu hand rolls to spoil the cohosts. Chef George talks about acclimating to Philadelphia...

Darnel's Cakes is a Philadelphia bake shop powered by a mission: to raise awareness about the HIV/AIDS epidemic and support local organizations who are working to fight the virus, disease, and stigmas attached. Chef Kyle Cuffie-Scott tells Delicious City how the cafe was born from tragedy after the loss of his cousin Darnel gave him a new purpose. Then, the gang dives into the sweet stuff, literal...

Nothing beats freshly baked bread: it's comfort, warmth, and a vessel for everything from chocolate to cheeses. Chef Christina McKeough is with Delicious City to talk about Philly's newest bakery, the Bread Room. By day they offer their signature breads and pastries, and by night they teach the techniques that have made their bakery one of the most anticipated openings of the season. Plus: Best Bi...

Eli, Marisa and Dave hit up a ton of new spots in and around Philly over the past few weeks, and in this episode, they'll tell you which ones should be at the top of your list. Then they welcome the newest Delicious City partner, Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley. He's a newcomer to Broad Street, but a seasoned connoisseur of soul food, and he brings a taste of his menu to the studios (along wit...

Ever had sumac in a cookie? Manna Bakery is popping up all over Philadelphia with Chef Saif Manna's beautiful and tasty treats. He joins Eli, Marisa and Dave in studio to reveal some of the more creative ingredients that go into his baked goods. He tells the story of his culinary journey tracing back to cooking with his grandma as a child, to launching Philly's first Levantine inspired baking pop-...