We all know that Chicago is said to be haunted, but how much do we know. For that, we called upon Geoffrey Baer to tell us about some of these crazy stories. He also has a new show, Chicago Mysteries details some of the city's wildest stories. WTTW CHICAGO MYSTERIES WITH GEOFFREY BAER Premieres TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2024| 7 PM on WTTW, wttw.com/chicag…

Y'all!! Awe went inside the Lyric Opera House!! It was so cool! We also saw Aida, which was absolutely amazing. it was our first time, both at the Lyric and seeing an opera show. 10/10 would recommend. Come and listen to the history and a couple of cool nuggets!! Support the show Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.com/shop Also, cat…

What's up, friends! Have y'all had Filbert's Root Beer? If not, don't worry, we'll break it down for you. Also, we have the pleasure of sitting with past guest, Chef Cory Morris and David Weeks to talk about Chicago On Tap on April 25th, 2024! It's a charity event for Meals On Wheels Chicago. They will break down all the fun and meaning of the even…

How much do y'all know about Bally, the casino company that's here in Chicago? It's very interesting actually! We got some fun facts about them and more. Also, Sara is down bad, send her some well wishes! Support the show Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.com/shop Also, catch Dario on the new season of Netflix's "High On the Hog" h…

What's up, good people! Black hair styles have been the subject of many conversations for as long as we can remember. However, did you know that it was black hair care that was one of the jumpstarts to the Black Metropolis? Sit back and let us tell you all about it! Support the show Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.com/shop Also, …

What's up, fellow travelers! This was an absolute bucket list trip! Lake Como is gorgeous and super fun to explore. Come travel with us! Follow us on IG: Traveling While P.O.C. ⁠@travelingpoc⁠ Support the show Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.com/shop Also, catch Dario on the new season of Netflix's "High On the Hog" here!! If you…

Have you heard the legend of Richard Hunt. If not, we gotcha covered! Learn how one Chicago kid, became a worldwide phenomenon. Come learn with us! Support the show Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.com/shop Also, catch Dario on the new season of Netflix's "High On the Hog" here!! If you have anything you'd like us to talk about on…

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE GREATEST CITY IN THE WORLD!!! Y'all, Chicago turns 187 years young and we take you back to the VERY FIRST DAY it became a city! Also, we go back to the Newberry Library for perhaps the coolest thing we have ever had on the podcast! Tune in and celebrate! Check us out on the "Big Shoulders: A Chicago Podcast". Thank you, Kyle, …

What's up, travelers! Let's take some day trips to Florence & Venice, Italy! These are 2 very popular and very scenic locations that are sure to take your breath away. Also, we drop some travel tips for you as always. If you’d like to subscribe for the complete itinerary, please check out the link to our ⁠Patreon⁠ ! Follow us on IG: Traveling While…

What's up, y'all! If you're an old head here in Chicago, this will resonate with you. If not, you gon' learn today! Also, it's pop, not "soda". Support the show Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.com/shop Also, catch Dario on the new season of Netflix's "High On the Hog" here!! If you have anything you'd like us to talk about on the…

This episode we travel to Egypt! It's Dario's very first time flying overseas! Plus, some dope do's and don't for you! Oh yea, the pyramids are amazing! If you’d like to subscribe for the complete itinerary, please check out the link to our ⁠Patreon⁠ ! Follow us on IG: Traveling While P.O.C. ⁠@travelingpoc⁠ Support the show Check out our new merch!…

What's up, good people! We are talking about Daniel Burnham, but outside of Chicago! We also visit the Evanston History Center. That was amazing! Tune in and learn with us. Support the show Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.com/shop Also, catch Dario on the new season of Netflix's "High On the Hog" here!! If you have anything you'd…

On this week’s episode we visit Mexico City! This is not only one of our favorite cities but also one of our favorite food cities! We talk about our favorite foods we tried, what landmarks you don’t want to miss, and one extra special birthday activity that we would recommend for your next trip…no not that you filthy animal! Lucha - Tacos - Cerveza…

This week we are talking about a 'hood classic, Ford City Mall! Oh, the memories. Learn how the name came about and what it was first! Support the show Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.com/shop Also, catch Dario on the new season of Netflix's "High On the Hog" here!! If you have anything you'd like us to talk about on the podcast,…

Ayyye! We are in South Deering on the far South Side. And this place is full of history! We were finally able to take the drone out for a spin! We also ate at one of the last remaining fisheries in the entire state, Calumet Fisheries! This delicious seafood is life-changing! Get excited to hear about this! Also, the antics are top notch this week! …

What's up everyone! Back again this time in the community area of Austin! We eat at the legendary MacArthur's Restaurant! We also stop at the Soul City Community Market! We had some great tea from Social Work Sunday Tea by Shakea Houston. Then, we had a vegan glazed donut at Thank God 4 Raw & Vegan Treats! And then we had some roasted pecans from N…

On this week’s episode we take you through part one of our journey through Jordan! We’re on a four hour bus to the desert babyyyy. It’s Dario’s longest flight and Sara’s visit home! Join us for some great money saving tips, life changing experiences and some cool history facts! If you’d like to subscribe for the complete itinerary, please check out…

Yooo! You ever been to Rush St? Of course you have! But in case you haven't been, that's ok. We got your back with some very fun information. Come and learn with us! Support the show Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.com/shop Also, catch Dario on the new season of Netflix's "High On the Hog" here!! If you have anything you'd like u…

On this episode we’re heading to Rome! We got the best carbonara, the one thing you don’t want to skip, and how to save a few hundred Euros! Also, experience our first fight (not really) live on the podcast as we relive the most painful thing that happened to us in Rome! If you’d like to subscribe for the complete itinerary, please check out the li…

Who: Sara & Dario What: Intro to who we are, how to get a passport, our first memories of travel Why: What do you mean? You tell us... Where: Chicago...this episode When: Literally right now...what's going on??? Anyway check out the actual first episode right after this! If you’d like to subscribe for the complete itinerary, please check out the li…

How often do you think about the Old Post Office in Chicago? We didn't think so. Soooo we thought about it for you! We tell you the tea on a Chicago icon. Come learn with us! Support the show Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.com/shop Also, catch Dario on the new season of Netflix's "High On the Hog" here!! If you have anything you…

Have you ever heard of the Chicagoan magazine? Well, if not, guess what we're about to do! Tune in and learn with us! Support the show Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.com/shop Also, catch Dario on the new season of Netflix's "High On the Hog" here!! If you have anything you'd like us to talk about on the podcast, food or history,…

Be honest, how often do you think about Rosemont, IL??? Exactly. So let us tell you about it! Get ready to learn! Also, stay for the end! *WINK, WINK* Support the show Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.com/shop Also, catch Dario on the new season of Netflix's "High On the Hog" here!! If you have anything you'd like us to talk about…

First off, shout to everyone doing dry January. We respect that. However, we are telling Chicago's beer origins for when you are ready! There are some pretty interesting happenings in our story. We even traveled to Milwaukee, Wisconsin to tell part of this story. Also, we stopped by Lakefront Brewery and Pabst Brewery to discuss the history there. …

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! We can't wait to get this year started. This episode we traveled the I & M Canal just like Louis Jolliet (not a typo) & Jaques Marquette in 1673. Come along and listen to the history and what we saw on our journey! Visit the I & M Canal here Check out the Will County Historical Society Support the show Check out our new merch!! ht…

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year!! We just want to thank you all for an amazing year! It's all because of you, truly. We've have a blast week in and week out bringing you history and food spots. And we look forward to a big 2024! Once again, thank you so much for rocking with us! Be safe and we will be in your ear in the new year…

What's crackin', good people?! This episode you will learn some fun history about Chicago's cool Printer's Row. Also, we ate at Totto's Market and that place has a really cool story. Once again...come learn with us! Support the show Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.com/shop Also, catch Dario on the new season of Netflix's "High On…

Aye! What's good in the hood people? This week are talking about the historic Monadnock Building in the Loop! This building has some of the most interesting history to it! Also, we stoped by The Walnut Room which is as Chicago as they come. Tune in and learn with us! Support the show Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.com/shop Also,…

What's up everyone! This episode WTTW's Geoffrey Baer drop in the podcast again to talk about his new TV show, "The Most Beautiful Places In Chicago 2". Not only do we talk about his new show, but we do it in one of the locations you can learn about on the show! How cool?! For food we head to River North and have Indian cuisine from Bar Goa. Tune i…

NETFLIX!!!! Can you believe it?! Our podcast made it on Netflix's "High On the Hog". Honestly, thank you all for the support to have this happen. But, back to work; this episode we are talking about the history of one of the most famous sites in all of Chicago, the lions of the Art Institute! Pretty cool stuff to talk about next time you're at work…

It is officially the Christmas season here in Chicago. We were wondering how did that big tree get started?! Also, we had food from the country of Georgia, and it was delicious!! Can't wait to tell you all about it! Support the show Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.com/shop Also, catch Dario on the new season of Netflix's "High On…

Since we've been doing our thing with this podcast, we've mentioned bungalows several times. This episode we're giving y'all the facts about why we love them so much in Chicago! Then we head to River North and brunch it out at Sifr for some very tasty Middle Eastern food. This is a must try, y'all! Plus here are some links to the associations for C…

Hello again, good people! This episode we tell you all about how Softball was started in Chicago! Such an interesting start. And in Bronzeville! Plus, we had some amazing food at Marina's Bistro & Rum Bar, as well as a nice conversation will Owner/Chef Eric! Support the show Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.com/shop Also, catch Da…

What's up! If you grew up in Chicago in the 90's or earlier, you probably been to Montgomery Ward at some point, in some capacity. We are here to tell you some more dope history! Also, we travel to the South Side for some delicious ramen at Shinya Ramen House! Come learn with us! Support the show Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.c…

Ayyye! What's up, good people! This week we are taking to back to the library. The Newberry Library is a historical gem in plain sight! History dating back 600 years, 27.5 miles of archives, you gotta check this out! And for lunch we stopped by Humboldt Park and had La Sandwichera Cafe! Y'all, these sandwiches are amazing!! Tune in and learn with u…

What's up, homeslices! Thank you all for locking in with us yet again! We are talking about a pretty dope location that really changed the landscape of Chicago's we know it. Chicago's Central Station in Grant Park played a major roll for the city and you should definitely know the history! Also, we had so very nice Italian food at Sapori Trattoria.…

Y'all we have partnered with the Chicago Architecture Center for the 3rd year for Open House Chicago! If you've ever wanted to go inside some of Chicago's most historic buildings and locations, now's the chance! Learn about the history of both the CAC and Open House Chicago. And afterwards, Washington it down this with Zaza's Pizza! It's the only N…

I bet y'all didn't know Maybelline was invented in Chicago! Yea, listen to this incredible story! But, also the food from Bayan Ko, was absolutely incredible! We can't say enough good about this spot! Also, sidebar, what do y'all think about the Bears?! 🐻🫤 If you have anything you'd like us to talk about on the podcast, food or history, please emai…

Y'all we are in Bronzeville again! We love it there. But this time we are talking about the Gospel Music it gave us from 2 historic churches on the South Side. Then we have some good ol' should food from Pearl's Place, an absolute staple in the community! Tune in and learn with us! If you have anything you'd like us to talk about on the podcast, fo…

Y'all we been waiting to tell you about this dope Chicago story! If you didn't believe Chicago changed the world before this, you will be a believer! Learn about the rise of a giant, Zenith, and all the very FIRST things! Then come along with us and try some amazing Somalian cuisine at Safari Somali Cuisine! This is such a fun episode! If you have …

Have you ever wondered about what's the further south you can go in Chicago? We know you didn't. So we went there for you! You'd be amazed at what we found! Also, we have some good ol' summertime food from Skyway Dog House! Y'all gotta tune in the here our dog, Campbell, interrupt us all episode. And to learn something... If you have anything you'd…

Happy Labor Day, everyone! We hope you are celebrating responsibly, while listening to our podcast! Honestly, if you didn't know, Chicago directly helped change the world with this one. Learn about the roots of Labor Day and why we celebrate it. Plus, get some dope fun facts also that you may not know! Also, we stopped by BienMeSabe Cafe & Restaura…

Did y'all know Chicago was good at wood?? That's all. Listen for more fun. Oh, and we ate at one of our favorite places in the city, My Buddy's! Find out why by listening instead of reading this description. Do people actually read this?? If you do, DM us and let us know that you read the description. We will shout you out on the podcast! Enjoy!! I…

Y'all, we have a story for you!! This is really a cool story about the Galvin Manufacturing Corporation that you probably don't know about. But wait, there's more! We went to Ina Mae Tavern. When we tell you this food is amazing, believe us!! It's amazing! Tune in! If you have anything you'd like us to talk about on the podcast, food or history, pl…

Yo, yo, yo! Have y'all ever wondered about the history and breakdown of street signs in Chicago? Probably not. Well y'all gone learn today!! We talk about the history of street signs here and breakdown what everything means on a street sign. Then we head to one of our favorite breakfast spots, S & G! It's just good food! Plus, listen to Sara's epic…

Have you ever been to the northern edge of Chicago?? Well, in this episode we are taking you to the edge! *insert dramatic grunge guitar riff* Find out what's around there and some of the history involving the last street up north! Then we head due west to try some Belizean food from Redz! It was so good. Take a listen to this one! And....thank you…

What's up! We're talking about Chicago's first woman Mayor, Jane Byrne! If you don't know the history, y'all already ready know what we do. Find out about her in this episode! Also, we went to Tufano's Vernon Park Tap and had some amazing Italian food from this 93-year old restaurant. The service and food still hold true here! Come along with us fo…

What's up, good people! This week we are checking back in with the Austin community area and how they are banding together to build a sustainable community for its people. Austin Coming Together is an organization spear-heading and activating the community! Take a listen to a few of the voices behind the call to action! If you have anything you'd l…

Guess what?! This episode is a first of its kind for this podcast! We are pretty excited for it! We are talking about the "hole" or "island" in Chicago that...isn't. Also, we stopped by Hagen's Fish Market and had some fire seafood! it was truly amazing. Tune in! If you have anything you'd like us to talk about on the podcast, food or history, plea…

Ayyyye! What's up, good people! Let's talk about the history of Chicago's buses! it's kind of a bizarre one haha... There are a bunch of fun facts in this episode, so listen up! We also went to an antique stop. Andy's on Devon! it was so cool. Also, for food we had Serbian-American food from 016 in Ravenswood. The food was incredibly delicious! But…