You’ve probably heard a lot about Maple & Ash, the glitzy restaurant on the Gold Coast. In the past year, news of conflict has sometimes overshadowed conversations about the actual dining experience at this extremely successful steakhouse.

In this episode, David Manilow talks with partners Jim Lasky and Danny Grant about the headlines of the past, and their ambitions for the future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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It’s our first episode of the month and that means it’s time for Where Dave Ate. Hear about David Manilow’s experience at three recent restaurant grand openings in Chicago.

We explore the glitz, glamour and major expenses that come alongside a bold debut. How important is a lavish opening to a restaurant’s long-term success? What works — and what doesn’t? Event planning expert Karrie Leung joins the conversation with the answers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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The food scene in Chicago thrives on the neighborhood streets dotted with crave-worthy restaurants, trattorias, bistros, bakeries and delis.

One of those streets is Grand Avenue near Racine. In this episode, host David Manilow learns how Rosanna D'Amato has taken her grandfather’s creation to a whole new audience. Learn some secrets from the third-generation behind the Italian bakery and uncover why business is booming. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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In this week’s episode, host David Manilow takes listeners to an ethereal space with complex cocktails and food. He unravels the mystery of a new cocktail restaurant in River North alongside its founders Chireal Jordan and Brian Galati. Their new creation, Dearly Beloved, relies heavily on the element of surprise — and, during this conversation, Manilow gets to the bottom of that.

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Nothing goes better with dinner at home than movies and TV shows that make your mouth water. In this week’s episode, David Manilow gives listeners his picks for five foodie films that will make you think — and drive your hunger at the same time. Our host also shares his three favorite episodes from the latest season of "The Bear."

Plus, restaurant reporter Ally Marotti takes us behind the scenes of the hit FX show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Chef Jake Potashnick has cooked at fine dining spots all over the world from Sweden to Japan. His journey has led him back home to Chicago to open up his own restaurant in West Town. It’s an ambitious effort where dinner will feature a tasting menu of more than 30 courses.

Potashnick joins David Manilow in this episode to talk about Feld, one of the most anticipated restaurant openings of the summer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Food entrepreneur and Chicago native Erica Bethe Levin is on a mission to expand kids' palates. That's why she founded the Globowl baby food company. In this episode, she talks about how her passion led her to a spot on the current season of "Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars."

Plus, host David Manilow wants to know: Are food reality TV shows real or manipulated? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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In the era of finding the newest and hippest spot, host David Manilow says Lula Cafe in Logan Square has created a restaurant standard that shouldn't be missed. And this week, chef Jason Hammel and his team at the nearly 25-year-old eatery won the James Beard Award for Best Hospitality.

In this episode, Hammel talks to Manilow about his restaurant philosophy and what’s unique about the Chicago chef community. Plus, we’ll hear from other restaurateurs about why Lula Cafe is their favorite place to dine. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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It’s the first episode of the month and that means it’s time for Where Dave Ate. Host David Manilow shares his recent dining experiences at two very different spots: Briny Swine, which serves low-country Carolina-style barbecue in Lincoln Park, and Tre Dita, the high-end Tuscan dining at the St. Regis Chicago. Both restaurants recently opened, and one is rowdy while the other's more relaxed. Both get his recommendation — with caveats. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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David Manilow is a big believer that restaurants should provide diners with a simple feeling: They really want you to dine there. In this episode, our host has a conversation with the restaurateur he believes may be the best host in the city of Chicago. Listen in for some sage advice on service from Dave Bonomi, owner of Coalfire Pizza and Peanut Park Trattoria.

This episode contains adult language and may not be suitable for young children.

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