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We always make sure to ask where the renowned Chicago chefs who chat with us like to eat on their days off. While some recommend upscale and well-known restaurants, many also share their favorite hidden gems.
In this episode, host David Manilow talks with eight chefs who divulge their favorite dining spots that are off the beaten path. -
The award-winning Calumet Fisheries is nearly 100 years old — and it's making a comeback after reopening in June following a fire that forced its closure for six months.
Mark Kotlick, co-owner of Calumet Fisheries on the South Side, talks on the latest episode about how he’s been able to keep the iconic smoked fish shack feeling genuine. Plus, David Manilow describes why eating from the restaurant just off the 95th Street Bridge is unforgettable. -
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Nearly a decade ago, chef Thai Dang dealt with a scandal involving one of the city's hottest restaurants at the time. Dang, the chef at the now-closed Embeya, lost out after the former owner of the West Loop hotspot misappropriated funds before fleeing the county and later pleading guilty to wire fraud.
In this episode, host David Manilow talks with Dang about how he bounced back from the saga and managed to later open HaiSous Vietnamese Kitchen. Plus, he’ll share the story of a new River North partnership with Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises.
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It’s our first episode of a new month — and that means another edition of "Where Dave Ate." Host David Manilow shares his experience at Lula Cafe’s recent "25 for 25" event, during which 25 legendary chefs came together to raise money for five different charities.
Plus, this fall is loaded with food events, including the upcoming Chicago Gourmet, a 25th anniversary event for Green City Market and the "Eat & Evolve" fundraiser from Chef Sebastian White.
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While there are hundreds of restaurants in Chicago that represent a myriad of Mexican regions, there’s only one mole king.
In this episode, Chef Gino Bahena talks about his new restaurant Manchamanteles, his introduction to the fine art of mole at age 11 and how he helped open Frontera Grill with Rick Bayless. -
What makes a great bar? In this episode, David Manilow talks with Peter Vestinos of Bisous and Sparrow about his "Mount Rushmore of Chicago bars." Vestinos says it’s all about remembering a good time. It could come down to a few parts, like a bartender's knowledge, the music or the atmosphere — but there’s also something about going to a place where everybody knows your name.
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If you live in Chicago or are visiting our great city — say for a big political convention — you already know that we have a vast and diverse collection of restaurants. And we also have scores of award-winning chefs.
In this episode, 10 of those world-renowned chefs talk about their favorite Chicago restaurants. Hear from Michelin star winners, James Beard award winners and more — including Kasama’s Genie Kwon and Tim Flores, Bronzeville Winery’s Lamar Moore, and Maxwell’s Training's Erling Wu-Bower, among others.
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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. -
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. -
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. -
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."
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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. -
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."
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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. -
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.
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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. -
Where do you take Europeans to show off Chicago? It's time to board the food tour given by David Manilow to three guests from the Netherlands.
In this episode, Hans Steenbergen of Food Inspiration Magazine recaps and reviews his recent Chicago foodie adventure, led by our host. Plus, our Dutch guest rates his ride on an architectural boat tour. -
This week’s episode searches for the answer to the question: “Does Chicago have the best taco scene in the U.S.?”
Host David Manilow is joined by chef Stephen Sandoval and hospitality entrepreneur Oscar Sotelo to debate just that. The two are co-owners of the Baja-inspired Diego restaurant in West Town — but their opinions are very different. The pair have cooked and explored Mexican restaurants all over the world and they share some of those discoveries.
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Star chef Avgeria Stapaki came to Chicago four years ago from Greece to open up Nisos Prime in the West Loop. Now she’s moved on to Bucktown with Tama. In this episode, the chef describes how she hopes to bring the finest European-style hospitality to Chicago.
Plus, Stapaki explains why she doesn’t want her menu to be limited to her Mediterranean roots. - Näytä enemmän