Ep. 105: Merch Madness Announcement and Annoying Influencer Quirks
Release Date: 03/17/2025
Delicious City LIVE: Craig LaBan Interviews Eli, Marisa and Dave
Delicious City Philly
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 November, dives deep into the podcast origins and everyone’s unique culinary journeys. Craig also asks for Michelin picks, since the guide hadn’t hit Philly yet at the time of recording - listen to...
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Ep. 144: Best Bites of 2025, Trashy Wall Art, and People’s Choice at The Tasties
Delicious City Philly
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 Eli’s gifts 10:30 Braden Young of Trashy Wall Art 26:45 Our Best Bites of 2025 48:48 Vote Now for The Tasties People’s Choice Nominees 54:52 The Sauce: events and dinners around Philly And...
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Ep. 143: Breaking: Vernick's Italian Era Has Begun...In Fishtown
Delicious City Philly
Greg Vernick is in the studio with a major exclusive: Emilia, 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 cookies in the city. We’ve also got updates on The Tasties, Philly’s biggest night in food, happening on February 1st at Live Casino and Hotel. Listen for the list of amazing bites you’ll be treated to...
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Ep. 142: And The Nominees Are: The Tasties 2026 List Revealed
Delicious City Philly
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 , 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 Golden Pig. Plus: follow @deliciouscitypodcast on Instagram for updates on how you can nominate the best in the biz in a few special categories. 00:00 Nominee party recap 03:33 Tasties Gift Box: get yours before 12/10!...
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Ep. 141: Seeing Stars: Michelin Reactions and Made in Philly Wine (the good kind)
Delicious City Philly
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 process, and what’s making their blends resonate here in Philly. 00:00 Marisa is back! 04:29 Pray Tell Wines 12:25 Fishtown vs. Kensington 34:03 Best Bites from New Restaurants 46:58...
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Ep. 140: Rumblefish with Chef Chaz Brown
Delicious City Philly
“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 perfect takeaway container and crisping method for French fries, and where to go the week of Thanksgiving in and around Philly. (As a bonus, go back and check out the last time Chaz was in studio...
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Ep. 139: Michelin Star Predictions and a Hot Spot at Longwood Gardens
Delicious City Philly
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 in Longwood Gardens, who brings some amazing osetra caviar from and make-your-own Wagyu hand rolls to spoil the cohosts. Chef George talks about acclimating to Philadelphia, the fresh ingredients he uses in his dishes at the Garden, and everyone shouts out their Best Bite of the week. Get your 2026 Tasties tickets ! You do not want to miss Philadelphia's Biggest...
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Ep. 138: Cakes for a Cause with Darnel’s Cakes
Delicious City Philly
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, literally, and learns that the shop is more than cakes - they’ve got breakfast and lunch covered too. Did you save your seat for The Tasties yet? Get your tickets now for Philly’s Biggest Night...
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Ep. 137: The Bread Room with Christina McKeough
Delicious City Philly
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 Bites, The Dish, and tickets for The Tasties go on sale this week! 00:00 Dave’s ticket rant 06:33 Christina McKeough from The Bread Room 31:02 Best Bites: BBQ, custard pie and mackerel...
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Ep. 136: The Tasties Tix + Sake, Soup, and Soul Food on Broad
Delicious City Philly
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 with a few strong drinks!). And drumroll, please… The Tasties are BACK! Early bird tickets for Philly’s biggest night in food go on sale November 4th at 9am at . The awards ceremony and...
info_outlineTime for a wardrobe refresh! Merch Madness is back, and this bracket-style throw down will determine the master of foodie merch in Philadelphia. The winner will be determined through three rounds of voting by YOU, the Delicious City family. Go to DeliciousCityPodcast.com to cast your vote. Who says you can’t wear your food??
- 00:00 Infomercials, George Foreman Grills, and Eli’s story about the Oxyclean guy
- 08:32 Merch Madness Bracket Announcement - Round 1 starts today!
- 13:09 Annoying Things Foodie Influencers Do
- 32:43 Whatcha Been Eatin’: Duck pasta, birthday cake, and suckling pig
- 38:18 The Sauce: Chef news and restaurant updates from all over Philadelphia
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