Ep. 88: Dining Destinations and the New Eater App

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.