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Chicago’s daily news podcast, fresh every weekday at 6 a.m. Host Jacoby Cochran brings you timely conversations with news and culture makers; activists and artists; bus drivers and students; those who love and hate this place—all in 15 minutes a day. It’s a smart and delightful new way to connect with the city we share. Learn more and subscribe to our morning newsletter at citycast.fm/chicago. read less
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Best Chicago Takeout For Your Next Dinner Party
Nov 13 2024
Best Chicago Takeout For Your Next Dinner Party
Whether it’s for Friendsgiving, Thanksgiving, or any other get-together, Chicago restaurants have plenty of options for the potluck. Last year, executive producer Simone Alicea, producer Michelle Navarro, newsletter editor Sidney Madden, and host Jacoby Cochran designed their best potluck menus. Each person picked an appetizer, entree, side, and dessert from all sides of the city. Who do YOU think had the best menu? You can text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Jacoby Black-eyed pea fritters from Majani Jerk chicken and shrimp from Caribbean Jerk Palace Gouda mac and cheese and candied yams from Lexington Betty Smokehouse Baklava from Cedars Mediterranean Kitchen Simone Bavarian Pretzels from Paulina Market Duck from Sun Wah Maduros and mofongo from Borinquen Cupcakes from Jennivee’s Bakery Michelle Spring/Egg Rolls from Lotus Banh Mi Shawarma from KoKo’s Mediterranean Grille Rice and beans, maduros, and tostones from Jibaritos y Mas Variety from Panaderia Nuevo Leon Sidney Charcuterie from Eataly Shawarma, kebob, falafel, and hummus from Oasis Cafe Tiramisu from D’Amato’s Bakery Custard tarts from MingHin Cuisine Donuts from Doughnut Vault Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Nov. 13 episode: Mubi The Second City Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE