Always Eating with Lisa Allen

When celebs are spotted at the same place in the burbs, it's time to leave the city limits and see what's happening out in suburbia. Lisa sits down with Chef K.C.Gulbro of FoxFire in Geneva to talk everything from celebrity sightings to the farm to table process and everything in between! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fans of the tv show, Check, Please!: you're in for a real treat as Lisa is joined by former host, Catherine De Orio. She's well known nationwide and well versed in all things culinary, lifestyle and travel but is also fully immersed in empowering the next generation of students in the culinary industry. Listen now and find out more at foundationforculinaryarts.org Learn more about your ad choices....

What do rockstars eat in order to fit into those tight rockstar pants? It sounds like something Lisa would ask, but surprisingly, the artist actually brought it up! On this episode, Lisa sits down with Josh Ramsay and Mike Ayley from Mariana's Trench, which just happens to be one of her favorite bands. You'll hear their take on anything from the creative process surrounding their new album, Haven,...

Did you know that pork is the most consumed protein on the planet? October is National Pork Month and Lisa sits down with Melissa Joy Dobbins, RDN to chat about the pork industry and the people who work in it. They'll chat anything from nutritional benefits to culinary creations. This episode is brought to you by The Illinois Pork Producers Association (IPPA), an agricultural trade association rep...

If only there were a way to harness the power and provisions of the biggest stars in the music industry to help feed the hungry; well, now there is! In this episode, Lisa sits down with the founder of Musically Fed, Maria Brunner. Musically Fed is an organization that safely repurposes backstage catering to feed those in need across the country, along with the help of today's top touring artists,...

Soo Ahn is the Executive Chef from Adalina here in Chicago and was also on the latest season of Bravo's Top Chef. He started as a professional golfer so Lisa definitely has some questions about that journey. Get ready for some serious behind the scenes from the words of tv, radio and restaurants! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shinedown has been making rock music for over 20 years but now they're making hot sauce and stopped by so Lisa could try it. So brace yourself for the heat on several levels, the on-tour snacking stories AND find out who chews with their mouth open, whose wife can't cook and who turns into a gremlin searching for goodies after midnight. Prepare for deep thoughts, belly laughs and good times! Learn...

The talented Jason Alexander and Daniel Breaker took a time out from their show Judgement Day at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre to chat with Lisa about all things Chicago; the people, the accents and definitely the food! Little known fact about Lisa is that she can quote every single Seinfeld episode ever BUT yet again, gets distracted by food. Sit down and enjoy the hilarious conversation between th...

What word has Lisa been mispronouncing her entire life? Oh, it's a good one but you'll have to listen to hear her attempt to say it correctly! Chicago’s hometown iconic deep-dish pizza brand, Giordano's, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with an ode to the city that put the brand on the map. Lisa sits down with Chef Jesse Harris to chat about the incredible accomplishment of their golden anniver...

When did pro athletes become so charming?? Israel Idonijie is most well known for his time playing for the Chicago Bears but he's also involved in the Chicago restaurant community and recently opened an elevated sports bar in the South Loop of the city, not far from Soldier Field. Lisa talks to Israel about anything from menu items, staying in shape while surrounded by delicious food and exactly w...

We're starting Season Two with culinary icon, Chef Rick Bayless! From his series, Mexico: One Plate at a Time all the way to the Mayor of Chicago honoring him with his own day to celebrate all of his accomplishments, we cover a lot today! Lisa Allen sits down with Chef Rick Bayless to discuss his cultural journey, his views from an upside place (you have to listen to get this part) and his everlas...

Billy Dec is a celebrated restaurateur here in Chicago and nationwide with a new documentary film, Food Roots, hitting the film festival circuit and receiving rave reviews. Lisa has run in some of the same circles as Billy Dec over the years but discovers today there's SO MUCH more than to him and his story than what you see on tv. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic...

Hannah Dasher is everywhere! You may know her from TikTok and her "Stand By Your Pan" series or even from the Rachel Ray show. Perhaps you know her from her sassy and soulful country music. Well today, megafan Lisa sits down with Hannah to talk weight loss, food on cheat days and all kinds of stuff we probably aren't supposed to be talking about. Get ready for this one! Learn more about your ad ch...

Why would anyone leave the fine dining of big cities to flip pizza dough in the burbs and feed those in need? I'm pretty sure it's because this guy has a big heart and a family that supported his want to give back to the community. Today, Lisa sits down with Dan Coudreaut of Lantern Pizza in Downers Grove to hear the ins and outs of a really interesting story! Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

We've all heard of Meals on Wheels and all the good they do in communities across America BUT have you heard about their annual Celebrity Chef Ball in Chicago? It's one of the most highly anticipated fundraising events in Chicago, all to benefit Meals On Wheels and today Lisa sits down with Cory Morris to find out all about it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everyone loves pizza but do you love it enough to start a pizza festival?? Lisa sits down with Steve Dolinsky, a highly celebrated journalist and television host who's taken his love and knowledge of food and turned it into something everyone can experience and enjoy! Who knew there was so much learn about something we just love to eat? Plus, we've got an added bonus of extra fun when Violeta Podr...

What's it like going on tour with Paul McCartney, Beyonce or Guns & Roses? Lisa sits down with Debbie Sharpe of Goddess & Grocer and Goddess Rocks to hear ALL the stories that are over 30 years in the making! Grab a snack, this is a good one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're gonna skip the spleen sandwiches today and head directly to the delicious arancini! Lisa catches up with Chef Steven Jarczyk and Daniela Vitae, owners of Sfera Sicilian Street Food in Edgewater. They went from cooking in a ghost kitchen during the pandemic to being one of the most cherished beach snack spots in Chicago in just a few years. Prepare to laugh, learn and see how awkward Lisa is...

Steve Wilkos is celebrating his 30th year on television and he stops by to talk with Lisa Allen about all things Chicago; including but not limited to his favorite spots in town, weight loss and all kinds of friendly jabs and laughs between them. Buckle up, this is a good one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are food snobs taking over? Sure, we've seen some changes in the industry over the years but are they all for the best? Lisa sits down with Orville Diaz from Miki's Park in River North, Chicago to chat about food snobs, drinking too much soju and maybe even some fast food confessions while they're at it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Most of us have daydreamed about being our own boss or starting our own business but often, it's just a passing thought. Lisa sits down with Sandy Wong, owner of Mochinut Lincoln Park and finds out what it takes to bring a dream to reality. And yes, this dream involves donuts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa catches up with celebrity chef and restaurateur, Fabio Viviani! Get an inside look at the busy his life in the restaurant world, his new spots to visit in Chicago and even his home life! Spoiler alert: you WILL laugh! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices