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Car Con Carne

Jul 29, 2018

One of Chicago's most beloved musicians, Frank Orrall of Poi Dog Pondering, jumps in the car in advance of his solo show at City Winery (8/2/18). City Winery is always a cool place to hang out. Go see a show there (like Frank Orrall solo). Or just go for the food and wine. Just go: 1200 W Randolph.

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Jul 15, 2018

This is a glorious episode, as returning guests/friends Abe Kanan and Dan "Bass" Levy meet me at Chicago Culinary Kitchen (773 N Quentin Rd, Palatine, IL 60067) to try the restaurant's Baltimore Pit Beef special. Returning guests/CCK co-owners Greg and Kristina Gaardbo jumped in the car (at alternating times) to talk...


Jul 8, 2018

Chicago scene stalwarts Bury Me in Lights jump in the car for a visit to the phenomenal Burger Moovment in Elmwood Park (Go there immediately: 7512 W North Ave, Elmwood Park, IL 60707). 

Car Con Carne is sponsored by BOOST MOBILE.

Discussed in this episode:

  • I had Burger Moovment's Poutine Burger (a double, no less)....


Jul 3, 2018

Repeat guest Tyler Wildey, proprietor of Epic Deli (2616 Schaid Ct, McHenry, IL 60050) is my guest for 4th of July week. We talk about his restaurant, the restaurant business, music and the insanely delicious food that comes out of Epic's kitchen. Discussed this week:

  • Made-to-order fresh chicharrones (fried pig...