CHUG and CHOW: America's Tucked-Away Eateries and Watering Holes

Join award-winning host and author Todd Newton on this mouthwatering episode of Chug & Chow as he takes you straight to New Jersey’s iconic Angeloni’s Pizzeria. Discover the story behind the famed Thinny-Thin pizza and hear firsthand from owner Nick Conforti about the family traditions, secret techniques, and local legends that make this spot a true destination for pizza lovers. Whether you’re...

Join award-winning host and author Todd Newton as CHUG & CHOW takes you on a flavorful journey to Louisville, Kentucky, where history and hospitality meet at Dizzy Whizz—a beloved local institution since 1947. In this episode, The Tattooed Traveler speaks with owner Tim Poole and longtime staff to uncover the stories behind this classic eatery’s enduring legacy. Discover how Dizzy Whizz became...

Join award-winning host and author Todd Newton as he steps into the storied heart of Atlantic City at The Irish Pub—a living legend on St. James Place. In this episode of CHUG & CHOW, Todd speaks with owner Cathy Burke, whose family has kept the doors open and the stories flowing for over 50 years. Discover how this iconic bar, originally built as the Elwood Hotel in 1903, survived Prohibition...

Get ready to discover one of Massachusetts' best-kept breakfast secrets! This week on CHUG & CHOW, award-winning host and traveling foodie Todd Newton dives into Arthur's Paradise Diner in historic Lowell, where locals have been lining up for decades to get their hands on the legendary Boott Mill Breakfast Sandwich. Named after the famous textile mills that put Lowell on the map, this towering...

What happens when a man walks away from the corporate grind and bets it all on the perfect cheeseburger? In this mouth-watering episode of CHUG & CHOW, The Tattooed Traveler Todd Newton host speaks with Billy Kramer, the mastermind behind NFA Burger in Dunwoody, Georgia. Billy's journey from corporate burnout to creating what food critics are calling "the best cheeseburger in the South" is not...

Ready to discover the burger that put Minneapolis on the culinary map? Join award-winning host and traveling foodie Todd Newton as CHUG & CHOW heads to Matt’s Bar, home of the legendary Original Jucy Lucy. In this sizzling episode, The Tattooed Traveler dives into the history, flavor, and local lore behind the molten cheese-filled masterpiece that’s been drawing crowds for decades. Whether you...

Award-winning host and traveling foodie Todd Newton takes the CHUG & CHOW crew to Florida's Gulf Coast paradise for an unforgettable culinary adventure! This week, Todd explores the world-famous Siesta Beach on Siesta Key – home to the #1 ranked beach in America with its impossibly soft, 99% pure quartz sand that never gets hot under the Florida sun. But the real treasure isn't just the powder...

Join award-winning host and author Todd Newton as he takes you on a delicious journey to Rutland, Vermont, in this episode of  Chug & Chow . Todd speaks with Christine Zullo, co-owner of the iconic Sandwich Shoppe, to uncover the rich history and heartwarming stories behind this local favorite. Discover how this family-run eatery has become a staple in the Rutland community, serving up classic...

Award-winning host and traveling foodie Todd Newton ventures to Lynchburg, Virginia, where a legendary breakfast institution has been flipping eggs and winning hearts since the 1950s. At the Texas Inn, it's not just about the food – though their famous Cheesy Western sandwich has achieved near-mythical status among locals and long-haul truckers alike. In this episode, Todd speaks with owner Da...

Award-winning host and author Todd Newton takes listeners on a delicious journey to  Billings, Montana  in this mouth-watering episode of  Chug & Chow . Discover why  The Burger Dive  has become one of America's most celebrated  hidden gem restaurants  and  award-winning burger joints . The Tattooed Traveler speaks with  chef and owner Brad Halsten  to uncover the secrets behind this  worl...