Delicious City Philly

Eli, Marisa and Dave have been eating around Philly a ton this week, so there's lots of tips and treats in this episode. Tag us on Instagram and Facebook to let us know where you've been eating.   (00:00) What happens when you leave cabbage in the oven for 8 hours? Chef Eli has the answer (07:32) We're getting caught up on season 3 of The Bear, and you should too - recap episode is coming later th...

This episode is full of crunchy chicken ASMR. This isn't your typical fried chicken fare - it's even more finger-lickin' good, found in the heart of West Philly. We've got an exciting lineup of Best Bites, and a ton of events and pop-ups to fill your calendar. (00:00) Dave took a trip to the Fancy Food Expo, and Philly was well represented! (04:59) White meat, dark meat or vegan meat? (06:46) Mabr...

Welcome to Week 2 of weekly episodes! Every Monday you'll be getting Delicious City wherever you get your podcasts, so make sure you subscribe for all the good stuff - and this week, it's REAL good. We catch up with our friends Justine McNeil and Ed Crochet from Fiore, who dish out pro tips for Philly summer dining, Ed gives up his secret to an indulgent grilled cheese, and we discover what's in v...

BIG NEWS, Delicious City fam: we're going weekly! You'll hear about what we've been chewing on, literally and figuratively, every single week. Best Bites, Food News, and conversations with the movers and shakers in Philadelphia - it's all here. These episodes will get delivered to this feed every Monday, so smash that SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW button if you haven't already. (00:00) Episode 69? Niiiiice.  ...

Summer has arrived, which means al fresco dining, festivals everywhere you turn, and the weekly tradition of SIPS in Center City. Eli, Marisa and Dave dive into their warm weather favorites, debut a new segment, and have not one, but two tasty prizes that you could win.   00:00:00 Chewy vs. crunchy cookies: which team are you?    00:01:17 Dave is back! And no, he's not moving to Newark. He's happy...

Beer lovers, belly up to the newest episode of Delicious City and pour yourself a pint. Rich Colli is in studio to talk about all the brewers from Philadelphia and beyond who are not only quenching your thirst, but throwing some of the most ridiculously fun parties in the city. From sours to stouts, we cover it all. (00:00:00) Hat chat and Phillies jerseys (00:06:10) Rich Colli is here to talk all...

With Memorial Day Weekend fast approaching, the Delicious City gang have scoured the internet (i.e. we polled our followers) for the best beach experiences that'll turn a typical holiday weekend into a legendary party. We've got the info for you, plus the scoop on the new restaurant from the mind of Liz Grothe, self-described "fearlessly silly" Philly chef.   (00:00:00) Everybody vote for Dave Wez...

Heads up, Delicious City fam: due to some technical difficulties, this episode may sound a bit different. We'll be back to normal next time, and no, we do not have drunken lisps in real life. Head to our Instagram @deliciouscitypodcast for videos from the studio (that all sound normal!). Speaking of Instagram, one of Philadelphia's original foodie influencers @josheatsphilly is here to talk about...

Eclipses, earthquakes and eats, oh my! Not even Mother Nature can stop us from trying every bite in the city of Philadelphia. Let's dive into this jam-packed episode of Delicious City, complete with insider info, a giveaway announcement, and a special discount for listeners The solar eclipse was underwhelming for us here in Philly, but what does NOT disappoint is our good friends Jen Carroll and B...

What are your favorite snacks? Well, we all have our opinions, but today we have the perfect guests to be on an episode that is fully dedicated to those salty, crispy treats. "Hit it, Snacktime!" You hear us say it in every episode of Delicious City, and now, Snacktime themselves have joined us in the studio. We have a little April Fools fun in this hour of snacking, crunching, reminiscing, and lo...

We're fresh off of our first Delicious City Happy Hour, and we can't thank you all enough for joining us! We recap that great event, and on the other side of the coin, we run down a fantastic chef's tasting that Eli, Marisa, and Dave all took part in. Plus, we welcome a guest whose Mexican dishes are getting national attention. There's something for everyone in this episode. Here's what you're goi...

Delicious City is back with a *sweet* new episode. We welcome Ryan Fitzgerald of  1-900-ICE-CREAM . His small-batch ice cream combos will satisfy your sweet tooth, and his flavor names are some of the most creative. We put him to the test to name our own fictional flavors. Vote for your favorite on Instagram: @deliciouscitypodcast - Ryan tells us he'll create a limited edition pint based on our vo...

Hoagies are the fabric of Philadelphian society. They fuel our long days and late nights. They bring us together at the deli counter. Our orders show off our individuality: are you an extra hot peppers kinda guy, or a seeded roll only kinda gal? Our own Hoagie Hero (as voted by you, Delicious City listeners, in the Tasties awards) Jason Okdeh tells us how this special sandwich has put him on a pat...

Philadelphia Magazine's annual list of 50 Best Restaurants always sparks controversy in our food scene. Who's in? Who's out? What does "best" mean, anyway? We discuss it all in a riveting conversation with Philly Mag's food editor, Kae Lani Palmisano. We've also got new music from our friends in Snacktime, AND something for you, loyal listener, to potentially win! Plus This! Eli brings his homegro...

A glass of wine can elevate a meal from good to great with a single sip. Pair local eats with local drinks, and you've got a match made in foodie heaven. That's what this episode of Delicious City is all about! The folks from Mural City Cellars join us in studio and quickly become our favorite guests ever when they crack open a bottle of wine for us that's not even on bar shelves yet! No offense e...

The first episode of 2024 is here! Delicious City's first guest of the year is a man who is known by one name, like Madonna, Bono, and Slash… Shola runs one of the most exclusive dining experiences in Philly at his Studio Kitchen in the BOK building, wowing everyone who sits at his table with his unique take on modernist cuisine. Plus: a 2023 Restaurant Retrospective, and what we're most looking f...

We're feeling a little ~crispy~ after an epic bash mere hours before recording, but it was 100% worth it to power through and recap the awesomeness, and of course we had to thank everyone who joined us at the 2nd annual Delicious City holiday party! Also on the show:   Dave plays Santa and gives out gifts to everyone on his "nice" list. Marisa's gift is very Philly and Eli's looks prehistoric Dave...

It's a busy day here at Delicious City with multiple special guests, lots of Best Bites AND an awards announcement! Let's jump right in: Fresh off an excellent podcast lunch at High Street, the group brings Randal Mrazik into the studio to talk about The Tavern Group, which includes Tavern on Camac, Tavern Inn, U Bar, and the newest addition, Otto's in Brewerytown Randal runs down the history of C...

It's the greatest foodie holiday of them all, Thanksgiving! Delicious City sets the table with their turkey techniques, trivia with a special guest host, veggie options and more. Also on the show: This episode kicks off with an unexpectedly wild story about a maniac chef and a missing Kunz spoon Thanksgiving chat: electric carving knives, how to find the "turkey oyster", and Eli's mission to fry a...

Delicious City is buzzing over Rival Bros Coffee, and we've got co-founder Jon Adams on this episode to explain their approach to java and how it reflects the bold and authentic spirit of Philadelphia. We also talk about one of the hottest new dining experiences in the city, Enswell, and Jon and Eli get swept up in culinary history - the convo was so absorbing that we lost track of time and had to...

We're taking it slow with special guest Danny Childs on this episode of Delicious City. Danny is the founder of Slow Drinks, specializing in foraging ingredients for world-class cocktails. You'll wonder what you can pluck from your own backyard to use in the kitchen after hearing this episode.   Here's what else was discussed: Eli opens the show up by telling us about the time he cooked for Robin...

Red October has washed over Philadelphia again, and Marisa's got a game to get to, so we jump right into all things food and drink, including ballpark eats and birthday cake! In this episode: It's Delicious City's 2nd birthday! Thank you for spending two delectable years with us. We talk favorite cake flavors, annoying cake trends, and birthday cake trivia Dave's Best Bites include two sandwiches...

Curd nerds, you're in for a lot of cheese chat on this episode of Delicious City. Yoav Perry tells the gang about Perrystead Creamery and the uniquely flavored cheeses he's creating in Kensington.   They also talk about:   The arrival of Red October (go Phils!) and Dave and Marisa's plan to pull a Brandon Marsh on the bull at Xitnity Live Dave's trip to Orcas Island and Port Townshend Perrystead C...

Eli's back in studio with Marisa and Dave to talk food news, best bites and debut a brand new feature on Delicious City that makes us wonder why you would ever disassemble a beignet. Plus, Chef Reuben Asaram, aka Reuby, brings a pop of pink to the show (move over, Barbie!). They also discuss: Lots of Best Bite contenders from Eli's travels, Marisa's birthday and Dave's experience with StudioKitche...

When "dad" is away, the kids will play! With Eli on a little summer vacation, Marisa and Dave take the reins of this episode of Delicious City. They welcome Chef Chad Rosenthal, who's launching an incubator project via The Lucky Well that's four mouthwatering concepts under one roof. It's a unique project that gives food entrepreneurs a chance to show Philly what they're made of. The gang also cov...