Malort, for many the word alone brings a shiver through the spine or warm nostalgia for a cold night in a Chicago tavern. This gulp of bitterness harkens back to its Swedish roots of vodka and wormwood and has been described as just about the worst tasting liqueur on the bar room shelf. Like kale and Brussels sprouts, Malort has been around for decades, it's just recently that a whole new generation of Chicagoans and now Americans across the country have embraced it. Sales are booming. On this episode of Supper with Sylvia, Josh Noel, author and former Chicago Tribune travel and food writer, takes us on the journey of Malort and why this shot with notes of bitterness, loneliness, grapefruit and dirty rubber bands is all the rage.

The Show Notes:

Malort, The Redemption of a Revered Reviled Spirit by Josh Noel

joshnoel.com


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Music and audio engineering provided by Donnie Cutting

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He's been a household name for decades and the guy millions of Americans wake up to every morning on NBC's Today Show. But Al Roker is more than the beloved weatherman, he's a prolific author of fiction, non fiction and cookbooks. His latest is a labor of love, a tasty collection of cherished family recipes meticulously tested and detailed with the passion and enthusiasm of his co author daughter Courtney Roker Laga. From pancakes to shrimp and grits, Al calls these Roker Family recipes easy memory making dishes for every occasion.

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Audio engineering and music by Donnie Cutting

Additional Music:
"Finding the Balance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Chef Bill Kim is the culinary force behind Urbanbelly restaurant in Chicago and The Table at Crate in Oak Brook, a collaboration with Crate and Barrel. Born in Seoul, Korea and raised in Chicago, Chef Kim graduated from Kendall College and immersed himself early in his career alongside the renowned chef Charlie Trotter. In 2008, he opened Urbanbelly in Chicago's Wicker Park Neighborhood. He's the author of “Korean BBQ: Master Your Grill in Seven Sauces,” which earned a James Beard finalist nomination. Recently, Chef Kim and his restaurant team launched four new eateries in Seoul, South Korea and is widely know as a generous, community focused chef who brings people together with his approach to tasty bold meals rich in tradition.

The Show Notes
Urbanbelly ~ 1542 N. Damen Ave., Chicago, Illinois
urbanbellychicago.com

The Table at Crate
100 Oakbrook Center, Oakbrook, Illinois
oakbrookcenter.com/en.html


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Top chefs use top quality ingredients, that's the premise Mohammad Salehi is counting on in building his growing Chicago business, Heray Spice. Salehi comes from a long line of Afghani farmers who have spent generations cultivating delicate saffron threads that add distinct flavor, aroma and color to the finest dishes. It's a long road from the saffron fields of war weary Afghanistan to Chicago, but so far Mohammed Salehi is proving that adversity and perseverance is the perfect combination for success.

The Show Notes:
Heray Spice
For recipes and more information see herayspice.com

The information discussed on this podcast does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and should not be relied upon to treat ailments and illnesses. Listeners should consult a doctor or other medical professionals for medical advice.

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Chicagoan of the Year, Executive Chef, Humanitarian and Hall of Famer are just a few of the accolades bestowed upon Art Smith. Most people know he got his start as Oprah Winfrey's personal chef and skyrocketed into the culinary world cooking meals for presidents, princesses and heads of state. Chef Art is often described as a celebrity himself, but there's no doubt he's most comfortable in the kitchen providing much needed food and warmth for thousands of people trapped in the unforgiving circumstances that come with poverty, natural disasters and war.

The Show Notes
Chef Art Smith's Reunion- Chicago Navy Pier
Blue Door Kitchen and Garden- Chicago Gold Coast
Homecoming- Walt Disney World Florida
Sunshine Diner- Orlando Int'l Airport
Southern Art- Atlanta
Art Bird and Whiskey Bar- NYC Grand Central Terminal
Art & Soul- Washington DC

Common Threads- Charitable Organization

Chefartsmith.com

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Monica Eng and Audarshia Townsend are veteran journalists who've been covering the Chicago food and restaurant scene for years. In this inaugural episode of Supper with Sylvia, these two foodies reveal some of the city's hidden gems and discuss how the culinary landscape has evolved since the great pandemic of 2020.


The Show Notes:
Read more from Monica Eng at Axios.com and listen to her podcast "Chewing" with the Chicago Tribune's Louisa Chu. Audarshia Townsend is the Content Director for SupplySide Food and Beverage Journal and Informa Markets' 2024 Star Storyteller Winner.

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Introducing Supper with Sylvia, The Everything Food and Restaurant Podcast of Chicago. Veteran television journalist Sylvia Perez takes you on flavorful journey through the heart of the Windy City's culinary scene. Each episode uncovers the stories behind Chicago's hottest dining spots, from iconic deep dish pizza to hidden neighborhood gems and Michelin star restaurants. Sylvia talks to the talented and passionate chefs who are making Chicago a major food destination. Whether you are a connoisseur or just curious about the best places to eat, Supper with Sylvia will give you the insider tips and the latest food trends shaping the city. Get ready to explore Chicago's rich food culture, one bite at a time.

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