Delicious City Philly

Time 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

And of course, we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

• We're thrilled to welcome Soom Tahini to the Delicious City family! As the gold standard in tahini, their commitment to quality and flavor is the perfect match for our celebration of Philly's incredible food scene.
• If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level
• Social media and digital content are two of the most important things you can create for your brand. Check out Breakdown Media, a one stop shop for all of your marketing needs.

What sets an amazing cheesesteak apart from the rest? A roll done right! Nish Patel of Del Rossi's tells Delicious City how he transitioned from franchise owner to carving out his spot in the city's cheesesteak and pie scene. We also dive into the importance of "not getting too comfortable" as a business owner, and we find out why Nish's steaks get the approval of Chef Eli, who is typically critical of Philly's signature sandwich.

• 00:00 Tribute to Rich Colli
• 07:31 Nish Patel of Del Rossi's: cheesesteaks, pizzas, and all the work that goes into baking bread in-house
• 34:23 Merch Madness Returns! Vote for the play-in spot at DeliciousCityPodcast.com before this Friday 3/14
• 41:36 Best Bites: Dave and Eli attend a spicy collab dinner, Marisa returns to Mawn, and Nish tries oysters for the first time at one of Philly's newer bars
• 01:06:22 The Dish: Events and pop-ups around the city for foodies of all kinds

And of course, we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

• We're thrilled to welcome Soom Tahini to the Delicious City family! As the gold standard in tahini, their commitment to quality and flavor is the perfect match for our celebration of Philly's incredible food scene.
• If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level
• Social media and digital content are two of the most important things you can create for your brand. Check out Breakdown Media, a one stop shop for all of your marketing needs.

Dave has a hidden talent: he can identify any Coca-Cola product by sipping it blind. But can he do it under pressure? We set up a soda challenge to put him to the test. And now that we're into March, keep an eye on Instagram for the return of Merch Madness: @deliciouscitypodcast

• 00:00 Eagles parade afterglow
• 10:06 Dave's Soda Challenge: can he name all 7 sodas??
• 17:00 Chip, dip and fast food burger chat
• 23:34 Whatcha Been Eatin': Dave's New Jersey discovery, Marisa's brunch pick, and Eli tries a new dish from a recent fave
• 42:48 The Sauce: Chef and restaurant news updates in and around Philly

And of course, we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

• We're thrilled to welcome Soom Tahini to the Delicious City family! As the gold standard in tahini, their commitment to quality and flavor is the perfect match for our celebration of Philly's incredible food scene.
• If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level
• Social media and digital content are two of the most important things you can create for your brand. Check out Breakdown Media, a one stop shop for all of your marketing needs.

Oysters are one of our favorite snacks here at Delicious City, and you can find some of the best tasting mollusks in the world right in New Jersey. We talk with Merch Madness and Tasties winners Sweet Amalia about all things oysters, from farming to shucking to serving. We've also got a big contest announcement and a big list of Best Bites and pop-up dinners to get you through the rest of February.

• 00:00 Eagles Championship Parade Recap
• 05:46 Lisa Calvo and Melissa McGrath from Sweet Amalia talk about growing oysters on the farm near Cape May
• 11:25 Variables in nature that can affect the taste of oysters
• 17:22 Dave took a tour of Sweet Amalia oyster farm and learned a lot
• 26:53 Favorite ways to top your oysters
• 35:47 Merch Madness returns! Nominate your favorite foodie apparel on Instagram @deliciouscitypodcast
• 40:35 Best Bites: roasted fish, cabbage stuffed with lamb, and the vegan spot where Marisa literally ordered the entire menu
• 52:02 The Dish: Events and pop-ups you need to check out in Philly

And of course, we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

• We're thrilled to welcome Soom Tahini to the Delicious City family! As the gold standard in tahini, their commitment to quality and flavor is the perfect match for our celebration of Philly's incredible food scene.
• If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level
• Social media and digital content are two of the most important things you can create for your brand. Check out Breakdown Media, a one stop shop for all of your marketing needs.

See more at DeliciousCityPodcast.com. Leave a comment, subscribe, and share this episode with your fellow Philly foodies. Happy eating!

Eli, Marisa and Dave continue their 100-episode celebration with more highlights from the Tasties, including their Best Bites from the event, and there were a ton of savory and sweet eats to choose from. Plus: the debate over the best restaurants in the city has been reignited thanks to Philly Mag's annual list, but this time, we have an inside look at the process from Dave.

We're still on a high from The Tasties, and we want to hear what you loved the most!

Email [email protected] or take our survey and let us know what your favorite moments were so we can make them bigger and better next year.

• (00:00) Who was best dressed at The Tasties, and what does "Philly Fancy" mean?
• (06:32) Dave explains how he got involved in Philadelphia Magazine's list of The 50 Best Restaurants, and Eli has *opinions* on this year's ranking
• (39:05) Best Bites from the Tasties, part 2! Ice sculptures, sweet treats and more
• (52:02) Listen to the Tasties theme song, sung live at the ceremony
• (57:46) The Sauce: restaurant openings, Dave's wagyu event, and Philly Mag's Wine and Dine featuring a live podcast with Delicious City THIS THURSDAY at the Kimmel Center

And of course, we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

• We're thrilled to welcome Soom Tahini to the Delicious City family! As the gold standard in tahini, their commitment to quality and flavor is the perfect match for our celebration of Philly's incredible food scene.
• If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level
• Social media and digital content are two of the most important things you can create for your brand. Check out Breakdown Media, a one stop shop for all of your marketing needs.

One hundred episodes of Delicious City, a recap of The Tasties, AND a Super Bowl win?! What a week for Philadelphia! Blow the whistle!!

Seriously, though, we couldn't have reached this 100-episode milestone without YOU, our loyal and hungry listeners. Thank you, thank you, thank you for listening to this podcast. Keep tagging us in your favorite spots on Instagram @delicouscitypodcast and tell your foodie friends to subscribe so we can grow the Delicious City family.

Now, on to the recap of Philly's first-ever chef and restaurant awards:

08:05 Eli tries his first Kandy Kake from Tastykake and we remember our school lunches from childhood

16:05 The Tasties Recap, Part 1: Ceremony highlights that inspire us and define the Philadelphia restaurant scene

45:48 Best Bites: Tasties Edition! There was so much food at this epic party

53:38 Events and Pop-Ups: What's happening over Valentine's Day Weekend

56:45 Philly Mag's Wine and Dine at the Kimmel Center is happening on February 20th. Delicious City will be there, and we've got a special code for industry folks to get access to hundreds of wines at this event

01:00:00 A special song, just for the Tasties…

And of course, we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

• We're thrilled to welcome Soom Tahini to the Delicious City family! As the gold standard in tahini, their commitment to quality and flavor is the perfect match for our celebration of Philly's incredible food scene.
• If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level
• Social media and digital content are two of the most important things you can create for your brand. Check out Breakdown Media, a one stop shop for all of your marketing needs.

See more at DeliciousCityPodcast.com and sign up for our newsletter to get our Best Bites delivered straight to your inbox.

Happy Victory Monday and GO BIRDS!! Today we talk to "The Deli Boys," the tag team champions of hoagies: Matt Buddha and Beau Neidhardt of Liberty Kitchen. They give us the story behind their viral Kale Caesar hoagie and how they had to think fast to keep up with the sudden hype. We talk about Philly's obsession with hoagies and why you DO NOT call it a "sub", sandwich engineering (yes, it's a thing) and how they ended up on the Drew Barrymore Show.

On February 2nd at Live! Casino, join us at The Tasties for an unforgettable night of culinary excellence. Ceremony tickets are sold out, but you can still join the afterparty on our website

• 00:00 Pescatarian scrapple and a global Guinness shortage
• 09:36 In It To Win It: We choose a winner for a $100 Varga Bar gift card. Listen to our next episode (#100!) for more prizes!
• 11:06 James Beard Nominations: Philly is well represented in this year's long list
• 20:49 Events and Pop-Ups: Things are heating up in the middle of winter with plenty of places to try something new
• 35:06 Matt Buddha and Beau Neidhardt of Liberty Kitchen talk Drew Barrymore, pro wrestling, and sandwiches gone viral
• 01:09:35 Best Bites: Pizza, pasta, and reading Dave's diary. Plus: Eli's hot take on a certain pizza topping…

And of course, we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

• We're thrilled to welcome Soom Tahini to the Delicious City family! As the gold standard in tahini, their commitment to quality and flavor is the perfect match for our celebration of Philly's incredible food scene.
• If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level
• Social media and digital content are two of the most important things you can create for your brand. Check out Breakdown Media, a one stop shop for all of your marketing needs.

GO BIRDS!! January is typically quiet for restaurants, but that hasn't stopped Eli, Marisa and Dave from scouring Philadelphia for the best possible eats. Plus: we're putting the final touches on the Tasties ceremony - it's coming up fast, so follow @deliciouscitypodcast on Instagram and get to know the nominees. Want to win tickets to the SOLD OUT ceremony on February 2nd? Cast your vote for People's Choice at DeliciousCityPodcast.com to enter.

• (00:00) A trip down memory lane as the gang reminisces about their, let's just say, questionable fashion choice
• (07:58) Whatcha Been Eatin': Dave's New Years Eve bang-bang, Eli has a seafood feast and describes the avant-garde dishes at Roxanne, and Marisa has a mix of Denver and Philly bites
• (22:20) Dave takes us through his shopping cart collapse - we can laugh about it now, even with a bruised rib. See the epic fail on Instagram: @deliciouscitypodcast
• (41:06) Tasties Updates: Ceremony tickets are SOLD OUT but you can still join us at the afters. Eli runs down all the chefs and restaurants who are ready to party with us
• (46:52) The Sauce: The word is out about Philly's food scene, with restauranteurs from New York, D.C., Austin and beyond putting down roots here in 2025

And of course, we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

• We're thrilled to welcome Soom Tahini to the Delicious City family! As the gold standard in tahini, their commitment to quality and flavor is the perfect match for our celebration of Philly's incredible food scene.
• If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level
• Social media and digital content are two of the most important things you can create for your brand. Check out Breakdown Media, a one stop shop for all of your marketing needs.

Rolling into 2025 with a BANG! Today we're joined by the Philly Food Scene's Biggest TV Supporter, Alicia Vitarelli. After 15 years on the air on 6ABC and living all over the city, she shares her favorite spots - old and new! The weekly magazine show "FYI Philly" she hosts will fellow 6ABC'ers has changed the business trajectory for countless restaurants. Hear how in today's episode.

• (00:00) Toffee, toffee, toffee & nostalgic sandwiches.
• (14:20) Alicia Vitarelli's long history with the Vetri restaurants
• (29:50) The perfect Jewish Deli
• (34:30) What makes Levain Bakery so special.
• (41:20) Best Bites
• (52:10) The Tasties Updates, the list of sponsors is growing which means more goodies for you!
• (01:30:00) Events and Pop-Ups: where to celebrate Chinese New Year

And of course, we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are:

• For the most tasty, healthy, and satisfying salads and noodle dishes in Philly, click here to order Honeygrow
• If your restaurant or company wants to be in the headlines for all the right reasons, click here to discover how Peter Breslow Consulting and PR can take your business to the next level
• Social media and digital content are two of the most important things you can create for your brand. Check out Breakdown Media, a one stop shop for all of your marketing needs.

Connect with us on Instagram and, of course, share your eating adventures with us, as well as tag us in your posts so we can talk about them on air!

Happy New Year! We're taking a short holiday break here at Delicious City, but we'll be back next week with brand new episodes and eats. In the meantime, here's a present for you: a bonus episode featuring Philly's own G Love, frontman of G Love And The Special Sauce, along with Christopher Curtin, chef and owner of Eclat Chocolate.

The two collaborated on a chocolate bar that's not only a delectable treat, but a service to our community: proceeds from the bar benefit Project Home. G Love and Christopher talk about what the project means to them, plus their favorite memories of Philadelphia, and how chefs and musicians both explore their artistry. The similarities might surprise you…

DON'T FORGET: Tickets for the Tasties on February 2nd are on sale now, and voting for the People's Choice Awards is still open. Learn more at DeliciousCityPodcast.comand follow on Instagram for the latest: @deliciouscitypodcast