The Dining Table

Much of the private club-based social experience has been defined by exclusivity. When Kim Bosse sought something more inclusive, she joined forces with a childhood friend to create Birch Road Cellar, a neighborhood-based BYOB social club. In this episode, Manilow explores what communal socializing means, especially when it's not in your own home.

Manilow also visits with Ally Marotti from the Crain’s newsroom to discuss the unusual relationship between chain establishments and Chicago. Their discussion leads to a new take on dinner and a movie. Plus, when your carryout meal yields a parking ticket, you have to ask: "Was the food ticket-worthy?" On this edition of "Where Dave Ate," our host confronts that question. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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What is it about beef over an open fire that stirs the soul? Chef John Manion has harnessed that secret; he’s been hooked ever since he was an 8-year-old living in Sao Paolo, Brazil. Now he’s adding Chicago flavors into some of his favorite dishes.

David Manilow also checks in with Ally Marotti from the Crain’s newsroom on why opening a new restaurant is riskier than ever. Plus, on this edition of “Where Dave Ate," don't miss a preview of Restaurant Week in Chicago. Of the 300-plus restaurants participating, Manilow reveals his fancy five. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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When an idea strikes a food creator, they start inventing—but the real challenge is scale. David Manilow dives into the story of two tireless business founders: Danielle Tubbs, who uses her Jamaican heritage to spice up her line of creative cookies, and Emily Groden, who went from a blue chip Chicago law firm to the frozen waffle aisle.

From the Crain’s newsroom, Ally Marotti reports on the stories that may have slipped under your radar during the holidays. Plus, another installment of "Where Dave Ate," and this time Manilow noodles on two ramen spots with one surprising thing in common. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Italian restaurants are everywhere in America. In this episode, David Manilow visits with Chef Federico Comacchio of Gioia in the West Loop with a deep curiosity: What’s the secret to a genuine Italian dining experience?

From the Crain’s newsroom, Ally Marotti joins Manilow to discuss the outlook for restaurants in 2023. As chefs and their owners manage the realities of inflation, what will be the breaking point for consumers? Plus, Manilow asks some of Chicago’s most notable names in the hospitality industry about the one thing they can’t live without in the kitchen. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Few people know Chicago like celebrated hotel concierge Philippe Gills. In this episode, he’ll share a local attraction that is so special, it’s a must even for native Chicagoans—a music and arts experience that feels forbidden. And after 24 years in the business, Gills tells us what to look for in a great concierge.

From the Crain’s newsroom, Ally Marotti and David Manilow discuss 2022's biggest trends in the restaurant business, whether prices will stay high next year and why suburban Chicago dining is suddenly hot. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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In this episode, Ray Daniels, one of the foremost experts on beer in the country, explains why expert certification is critical to his industry and why beer is the most misunderstood beverage. From the Crain’s newsroom, Ally Marotti reports on the lavish dining events at the Barrington estate of Chef Fabio Viviani.

Plus, in this edition of “Where Dave Ate,” David Manilow guides us on dining extremes—from the low-end to the high-end. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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In this episode, Farmer’s Fridge CEO Luke Saunders walks us through the daunting creation of his company. He explains how his vision went from a vending machine convention in Las Vegas to now include more than 500 locations. Saunders also explains why Chicago is a mecca for food entrepreneurs.

From the Crain’s newsroom, Ally Marotti reports on "friendly fraud," a scam that is costing restaurants. Plus, in this edition of “Where Dave Ate,” David Manilow unveils his choice for the best restaurant that opened in Chicago in 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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In this episode, filmmaker Rebecca Halpern shares what inspired her to tell the story of one of Chicago’s most well-known chefs. As the writer-director of the documentary "Love Charlie: The Rise and Fall of Charlie Trotter," Halpern chronicles Trotter's quest for excellence and his complicated relationship with fellow superstar Chicago chef Grant Achatz.

From the Crain’s newsroom, Ally Marotti reports on the impact of inflation on restaurants in the quick-service and fast-casual categories. Plus, in this edition of “Where Dave Ate,” David Manilow shares four essential kinds of sandwiches every Chicagoan must try. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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In this episode, go to butchery school with McCullough Kelly-Willis. She’s the founder of the Chicago Meat Collective, and a trailblazer in a male-dominated field. McCullough is an educator in the humane treatment of animals as part of the food system.

From the Crain’s newsroom, Ally Marotti is back to report on the future of the fast casual drive-thru business. Plus, in this edition of “Where Dave Ate,” David prepares us for winter. Join our host for places to dine and still stay cozy when the snow is falling. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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In this episode, meet A.J. Heindel and a bottle of bourbon worth more than $48,000. Hear how high-end spirits reach the auction market, and who exactly is buying whiskey that costs more than $1,000 a bottle.

From the Crain’s newsroom, Ally Marotti reports on a new feature for users of reservation platform Tock. Plus, in this edition of “Where Dave Ate,” host David Manilow walks us through his dining experiences in Chicago’s Edgewater neighborhood. In just a matter of blocks, he takes us to Ethiopia, Mexico, China, Sicily and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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