Ep. 120: Phila and Rachel Lorn of Mawn: Beard Awards, Best Bites and More
Delicious City Philly
When they’re not busy running their James Beard award-winning restaurant Mawn, where do Phila and Rachel Lorn eat and drink in Philly, and what will they choose as their Best Bite? We find out that and more on today’s episode of Delicious City. Mawn has quickly become one of the most popular spots in the city, and they’re preparing to open another in East Passyunk, so of course we got as many details as we could on the menu, opening date and more. Plus: a Philadelphian’s hot take on the Chicago food scene, and a ton of dinner events and festivals in July! (00:00) Salons vs. Barbershops...
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Ep. 119: Shore Eats, Speakeasies and Dining Al Fresco
Delicious City Philly
Stay hydrated AND satiated during this week’s heat wave! Eli has a ton of recommendations for you to eat at, from Thai to Mexican and all cuisines in between. Marisa has a lot of shore shout-outs, and the gang take a trip down memory lane with their teenage music tastes and a Full House analysis. Sara discovers a new speakeasy behind a vending machine in Northern Liberties. Plus, In It To Win It is back! Get the secret word to win a $100 gift card to The Mulberry, thanks to our partners at Center City District. (00:00) Beach Boys and Aerosmith CDs (07:47) Whatcha Been Eatin’:...
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Ep. 118: Trinidadian Doubles with Chef Chaz Brown
Delicious City Philly
Chef Chaz Brown joins Eli and Marisa in the studio - bearing gifts of rice and rum! - to talk about how his Trinidadian roots and fine dining background came together to form The Oxtail Exchange. Currently a pop-up, Chaz shares his vision for its future, including a documentary that tells the powerful story behind it. Plus: this week’s Best Bites, and… are bugs having a moment in the food world? (02:57) What’s up with Trenton’s slogan? (05:16) Chaz Brown talks about his backstory and how he got to where he is today (18:56) Chaz talks about his family's special rice they grow...
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Ep. 117: Lots to Love in Center City
Delicious City Philly
Wednesday is the new Friday! Center City District’s SIPS program just kicked off its 21st season, with 94 restaurants participating this summer. It’s the perfect time to try a new-to-you spot or revisit an old favorite. Our friend Giavana Suraci Pruiti from CCD is here with tips on her faves, plus info on a new lunch special across Center City and the return of Open Streets. 00:00 Table shapes at restaurants 05:30 Giavana tells us what’s new on the SIPS list this year 34:17 Best Bites: the greatest strawberry dish of Eli’s life, Gia’s vegetarian picks, and Marisa tries something new...
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Ep. 116: Beach Breakfast, Ice Cream Etiquette and Stadium Charcuterie
Delicious City Philly
There’s a ton of places Delicious City has been eating from the city to the shore, so get ready to pin all these recs. Plus, we recap the tailgate that kicked off the summer season down at the ballpark. Thank you to everyone who partied with us, and thanks to our food parters for feeding us that day! Follow @deliciouscitypodcast on Instagram for another big event announcement coming soon… 00:00 Delicious City baseball cards and our custom design 04:53 Tailgate Recap: Go Phils! 13:34 Ice cream sample etiquette and waffle cones 31:45 Whatcha Been Eatin’: Sara brings her own dinner to the...
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Ep. 115: BBQ Breakdown with Daniel Grobman
Delicious City Philly
With the Delicious City Tailgate Party just a few days away, Daniel Grobman is here to tell us about the meats he’s bringing to Lot G this Tuesday. He’s spicing things up at this event, just for us, with the help of Chef “Reuby” Reuben Asaram. A one-time-only collab! Back at Mike’s BBQ, he’s serving the tried and true recipes that keep barbecue lovers coming back for more. Daniel also explains how he got involved with Mike’s BBQ in the first place, his background in BBQ competitions, and what it’s been like to take over a beloved Philly brand and carry it forward. 00:00...
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Ep. 114: Behind the Bar with Paul MacDonald
Delicious City Philly
The Michelin Guide is coming to Philadelphia, and we have *opinions*! Eli, Marisa and Dave predict how this will shift the landscape of our city’s dining scene. Joining them this episode is Paul MacDonald. His cocktail creations can be found at The Lovers Bar at Friday Saturday Sunday, which is nominated for Outstanding Bar at this year’s James Beard Awards. 00:00 First time you needed to step up your game 06:21 Get your fill of BBQ and booze at our tailgate party on 5/27! Advance tix only (no day-of sales) at 07:30 Paul MacDonald of Friday Saturday Sunday and the Lover’s Bar 26:48...
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Ep 113: Step Up Your Tailgate Game with 4th & Jawn
Delicious City Philly
When this podcast throws a party, we go all out. On May 27th, we’re hosting a tailgate that’s all Philly food and drinks, and we called in the tailgate pros to level up: 4th & Jawn. Gayle Saunders tells us all about his intense prep during football season (Go Birds!), what’s in store for baseball season, things that every tailgate should have, and the wild stories that come from passionate Philly sports fans. (Not to mention what's in store for the on 5/27) 02:07 The battle of long lines in South Philly 09:00 Gayle Saunders from 4th and Jawn 27:52 Essential tailgate food and...
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Ep. 112: Nan Soto, The Wagyu Sommelier
Delicious City Philly
Did you know that Wagyu tastes so good because the cattle are so relaxed? Some cows even listen to classical music! It’s true, and everything you need to know about Wagyu beef, you’ll hear on this episode of Delicious City. Nan Sato, founder of Wagyu Sommelier, brings her extensive knowledge of Japanese farming techniques, cuts, and preparation methods of authentic Wagyu meats to Philly and beyond. Reminder to buy your Delicious City Tailgate tickets 00:00 Uncrustables and sugary snacks 08:45 Nan Soto, Wagyu Somm, on the beauty of Japanese beef 23:32 Dave’s Wagyu cocktail...
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Ep. 111: The Newlywed Game with Rebecca Foxman & Dave
Delicious City Philly
Delicious City welcomes a guest co-host for this episode: Rebecca Foxman, aka Mrs. Feeding Time TV. As Dave’s wife she has a front row seat to all of his eating adventures, and she’s got plenty of her own to share with us, too. She’s the creator of Fox and Son Fair Foods, a must-visit in Reading Terminal Market, and you can find her all over the Philly food scene collaborating, educating, and of course, cooking. 04:24 Delicious City Tailgate on May 27th: Get tickets now 07:18 Becca tells us how Fox and Son came to be and what’s on the horizon 21:32 The Newlywed Game: How well do...
info_outlineHappy Eating to everyone (except Dallas fans)! It’s the final Delicious City episode of 2024, so of course we’re going to look back on the last 12 months of mouth-watering food pics in our collective camera roll and decide what our favorite bites of the year were. We also reveal another round of nominees for The Tasties but this time, it’s the People’s Choice, which means YOU will decide who takes home the Golden Pig on February 2nd. Vote now at DeliciousCityPodcast.com!
- (01:47) Dave has a surprise for us: a big bag of his favorite treats!
- (07:16) Announcing the People’s Choice Tasties nominees. You spoke, we listened, and now you can vote for the finalists. Get your tickets and come party with us on 2/2
- (21:23) 2024 Recap: our best meals and moments of the year
- (33:21) Food trends that should die in 2025: Eli has one that he’s totally sick of, but Dave disagrees...
- (38:09) The Sauce: Restaurant and chef news from all over Philadelphia. UPDATE: Since this recording, Sang Kee Duck House has reopened! Dave takes us there on Instagram: @deliciouscitypodcast
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