While we roll out the nominees for The Tasties on Instagram this week (follow @deliciouscitypodcast to be the first to know), we’re in the studio getting ready for one of the biggest foodie holidays of the year: Thanksgiving. Plus, we run down all the great spots we’ve been eating and drinking as Philly embraces autumn.

(00:00) Marisa’s out, but the boys have leftover whiskey from last week’s episode, so what could go wrong? And, in another life, what would Eli’s rapper name be?

(02:37) Whatcha Been Eatin’: Dave’s Wagyu fat-washed dirty martini, Eli’s Indian restaurant revelation, and the pros and cons of seafood towers (spoiler: there are no cons)

(32:38) Delicious City producer Sara hosts Would You Rather: Thanksgiving Edition! Eli and Dave debate a few tough choices, and Chef Eli offers his turkey tips (rest your bird, people!)

(50:18) The Sauce: restaurant news on bakery openings, a highly anticipated cookbook, Venezuen cuisine, and a beloved West Philly spot that’s evolving… And get your tickets for The Tasties on February 2nd at Live Casino before they’re gone!

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.

This episode of Delicious City is fueled by whiskey with notes of crabs, canine and corpses… sounds wild, we know, and the stories behind each of those whiskeys are just as intoxicating as the spirits themselves. Steven Grasse is today’s guest, and his agency Quaker City Mercantile has created brands like Hendrick’s Gin and Sailor Jerry. Now, there’s a few new beverages in the works, which we get to taste in the studio - and he brought some extra for you, DC fam, to potentially win!

• (00:00) A cucumber a day keeps the doctor away!
• (05:07) Steven Grasse of Art in the Age is here, and he tells us about his past projects, one of which was so impressive that the Gallagher Brothers of Oasis called him up
• (07:10) The genesis of Sailor Jerry Rum and Hendrick’s Gin and the subsequent success of those brands
• (12:12) Steven shows the gang his latest creations, including Smoked Trout Brandy and Green Crab Whiskey - plus, how the latter helped to control and invasive green crab population
• (23:52) The stories behind a trio of spirits: Siege of Wolves, Graverobber, and Dunce
• (37:33) In It to Win It: Art in the Age is giving us these wicked cool bottles of whiskey to give to YOU! Steve gives us a very cheeky keyword - DM it to @deliciouscitypodcast on Instagram for a chance to win
• (41:57) Best Bites: The Philly chef who can make durian (notorious for its awful smell) taste absolutely phenomenal. Plus: Eli’s suburban find, and a late night dessert special
• (54:12) Events and Pop-Ups: We’re announcing the nominees for The Tasties this week; get your VIP tickets before they’re gone! And Friendsgiving dinners to take cooking off your plate later this month

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.

Hungry for a getaway? This episode of Delicious City may inspire wanderlust… We cover local getaways, regional hot spots and must-visit restaurants across the country with our guest, Ernest Owens. He tells us which new places he’s curious about, and the classics that he goes back to again and again (and why!). Plus: Ernest breaks down the new Eater app, a must for any foodie’s phone.

• (00:00) The Tasties are happening on February 2nd, 2025, and tickets are on sale now!
• (04:10) Eater Philly editor Ernest Owens explains how, as one of the longest running online foodie resources, they create and rank their lists of restaurants, and tells us what sets them apart from other publications
• (16:19) Eater’s official app now maps out all Eater-approved recommendations, leading you right to your next dining destination. Maybe we can get a Delicious City Best Bites map on the app soon…!
• (21:42) Whatcha Been Eatin’: Ernest dishes out a ton of recs for us, and the gang discusses how different Philly neighborhoods have evolved over the years
• (26:17) Eli praises an upscale classic in the heart of the city, Dave tastes another Chinese restaurant that’s BYO and gives his menu picks, and Marisa has a new favorite vegan meatball
• (43:05) Restaurant News: Dave goes to New York to eat Taco Bell (yes, you read that right), WMMR's Camp Out For Hunger is setting up in South Philly in a few weeks, and a few restaurant openings to keep you satiated til our next episode!

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.