Oct 27, 202631 min
Chicago’s had a long history of private clubs: the Standard Club, Metropolitan, Union League, University, Mid-America and more recently, Soho House. In this episode, host David Manilow talks about how these clubs are...
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Crain’s Chicago Business presents The Dining Table with “Check Please!” creator David Manilow. David tells the story of Chicago through the intimate stories that drive the business of food. You’ll savor the tales about what makes the unique Chicago food scene come to life and hear from those making it happen.
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What is The Dining Table about?
Crain’s Chicago Business presents The Dining Table with “Check Please!” creator David Manilow. David tells the story of Chicago through the intimate stories that drive the business of food. You’ll savor the tales about what makes the unique Chicago food scene come to life and hear from those making it happen.
What has The Dining Table covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Chicago’s private clubs are raising the bar on their food" (27 October 2026, 31 minutes), "A new star joins award-winning Smyth" (13 October 2026, 28 minutes), and "Our fall restaurant recommendations" (29 September 2026, 30 minutes).
How often does The Dining Table publish?
The Dining Table publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 29 minutes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Dining Table?
Booking probability for The Dining Table is 35%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Dining Table requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Dining Table's contact route on record: verified email.
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Episode #169
A new star joins award-winning Smyth
Oct 13, 202628 minSmyth — Chicago’s only 3-star Michelin restaurant — is getting a fresh face in the kitchen. In this episode, host David Manilow talks with Smyth’s John Shields about his exhaustive international search for a new chef...
Episode #168
Our fall restaurant recommendations
Sep 29, 202630 minAs the autumn days get shorter, host David Manilow offers his short list of favorite places for each meal — breakfast, lunch and dinner. In this episode, we hear from Chicago chefs who are getting their props...
Episode #167
Chicago’s Greek restaurant renaissance
Sep 15, 202643 minThis week, host David Manilow explores the evolution of Greek restaurants and Greek communities in Chicago. Manilow is joined by the founder of Diamond Wine Importers, Ted Diamantis . Back in the day, Greektown was...
Episode #166
Gibson’s takes on the West Loop
Aug 25, 202623 minThe Gibson’s Restaurant Group is making its move on the Fulton Market District. In this episode, host David Manilow talks with Liz Lombardo Stark about her family’s Gibson Tavern concept, and why it will stand out in...
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Episode #165
One of Chicago’s most unique Latin restaurants
Aug 18, 202642 minChef Omar Cadena’s restaurant is a celebration of his Chicago upbringing. In this episode, host David Manilow talks with Cadena about how Omarcito’s Latin Cafe acquired the influences of Cuba, Ecuador, Guatemala...
Episode #164
Chicago's top chefs share dining picks
Aug 4, 202619 minOver the past several years, host David Manilow has heard from Chicago’s greatest chefs about where they go to dine. In this episode, hear those recommendations and what kind of hospitality is most appealing to them...
Episode #163
The challenges and rewards of a hidden gem
Jul 21, 202620 minChef Khalid Kamal grew up on a farm in Morocco near the Atlas Mountains. In this episode, host David Manilow talks with Kamal about how he has created a sense of home with Shokran , his restaurant in Old Irving Park...
Episode #162
How this chef juggles 3 menus daily
Jul 7, 202656 minIf a restaurant owner told host David Manilow they're planning to do one thing for breakfast at 7 a.m., another thing for lunch at noon, and a completely different thing for dinner at 7 p.m., he’d probably say they're...
- Jun 23, 202625 min
Feld’s Jake Potashnick was named Best Chef in the Great Lakes region by the James Beard Awards. In this episode, host David Manilow talks with Potashnick about his journey cooking at fine dining spots all over the...
- Jun 9, 202629 min
A massive new Greek- and Levantine-influenced restaurant on the riverfront is without question one of the hottest reservations in Chicago. In this episode, host David Manilow talks with the owners of Naia , Luke Stoioff...
Episode #159
The secrets behind this restaurateur's success
May 26, 202626 minS0<p>In addition to his thriving city restaurants such as DeNucci’s, Gemini and Sophia Steak, Ryan O’Donnell has significantly impacted high-end suburban dining around Chicago. In this episode, host David Manilow talks...
- May 12, 202614 minS0
<p>Host David Manilow has interviewed more than 150 chefs, restaurateurs, food writers and culinary entrepreneurs on this show. At the end of each conversation, he always asks about their favorite restaurant. There’s...
Episode #157
What Oprah's longtime chef cooks now
Apr 28, 202622 minS0<p>On this week's episode, host David Manilow talks with Taryn Huebner, who was Oprah Winfrey's personal chef for more than a decade.<br><br> Hear about her travels all over the world with Oprah, and how that led...
Episode #156
The best places to eat in Chicago
Apr 14, 202627 minS0<p>David Manilow and food writer Kevin Pang discuss the 25 best places to eat in Chicago, right now. Manilow talks with Pang about his criteria for contributing to The New York Times list, and its evolution over the...
Episode #155
How drinking habits shape wine bar menus
Mar 31, 202624 minS0<p>Robert Cervantes traded a life working at some of Chicago’s most celebrated restaurants for global pursuits in the wine industry. In this episode, Cervantes talks with host David Manilow about why he’s returned to...
Episode #154
How design helps restaurants feel like home
Mar 17, 202625 minS0<p>For restaurant designers, the small touches are what make a space feel welcoming.</p> <p>In this episode, host David Manilow talks with Aida Napoles about how she brought a vision inspired by childhood memories to...
Episode #153
When comedians take over a French bistro
Mar 3, 202631 minS0<p>Claire Parlette is a server at the iconic French restaurant Le Bouchon in Bucktown, where she handles a packed house of diners every night. In this episode, host David Manilow talks to Parlette about her innovative...
Episode #152
Reimagining a classic Chicago restaurant
Feb 17, 202634 minS0<p>Decades ago, Donnie Madia and his company One Off Hospitality helped define the West Loop with restaurants including Blackbird, avec, and The Publican. Now his remarkable instincts for style and atmosphere are hard...
Episode #151
The tastemakers who define Chicago dining
Feb 3, 202631 minS0<p>We’re going to fill your plate with a multi-course conversation about the history of Chicago dining.<br /><br />In this episode, host David Manilow talks with food journalist Michael Gebert about his newly released...
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