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A weekly podcast that’s mixed, shaken and stirred to perfection. We interview small businesses and content creators who share their inspiring stories!

  1. 6d ago

    100 Years of Route 66 and Summer Travel with Heritage Corridor Destinations

    Right in Chicago’s backyard is a corridor of history, beauty, and endless local charm. Home to the first 100 miles of Route 66, the I&M Canal, and the famous Starved Rock- the Illinois and Michigan Canal National Heritage Area spans multiple counties going south and west of the city. In fact, it’s the very first National Heritage Area in the country! We sat down with our friends at Heritage Corridor Destinations to discover all the area has to offer, including great road trip ideas, summer fun, and of course, food for Aaron and antiquing for Ioanna! Discover the history of Route 66 and how the I&M Canal shaped so much of the development in and around Chicago. Plus, we talk about why towns in the corridor offer so much charm and hear all about some amazing food, beer, and shopping options! We end with rapid fire, during which we discover their favorite season in the corridor and what kind of day trip they would plan for us! PLAN A TRIP: https://www.hcdestinations.com/ ROUTE 66: https://www.hcdestinations.com/route-66 DINING: https://www.hcdestinations.com/Canal-Food-and-Drink SHOPPING: https://www.hcdestinations.com/Canal-Shop VISITORS GUIDE: https://www.hcdestinations.com/Request-Info

    33 min

  2. May 28

    Brokeback Mountain at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

    We wish we knew how to quit you, Chicago Shakespeare Theatre! In our 2nd interview at the iconic institution, we talk their season-ending stunner, Brokeback Mountain. Directed by Jonathan Butterell and starring Harrison Ball (former principal dancer at the New York City Ballet) as Ennis Del Mar and Jack Cameron Kay (Netflix’s Boots, Club Kid) as Jack Twist, the show features a live Country Western band on stage and emotional connection you’ll feel from your seat. Harrison & Jack tell us about the show and what fans of the story can expect from this production. Discover why this show, that many know in short story or movie form, works so well on stage. We hear about how they connect with their characters and why the story resonates with them personally. With fascinating backgrounds that include world-class ballet, Julliard, and Netflix, we hear how they both incorporate training from other disciplines into their stage performance. We end with rapid fire, learning their dressing room must-haves and pre-show rituals! Show runs through June 28! Tickets below. TICKETS: https://www.chicagoshakes.com/productions/2526-brokeback-mountain/ CST SEASON 40 PREVIEW: https://www.chicagoshakes.com/current-season/ HARRISON BALL: @_harrisonball_ JACK CAMERON KAY: @jackcameronkay

    33 min

  3. May 20

    Vintage Frills

    Vintage is the vibe these days, and this Chicago business owner does it with a pop of color! Welcome to Vintage Frills, the color-coordinated vintage store that’s got treasures galore! We sat down in-store with Owner/Operator, Jennifer Kelly, to hear her founding story, which includes a pink school bus and a lot of estate sales! Hear about why she color-coordinates, how she sources pieces, and what’s trending this year. She gives estate sale tips, talks how to tell what’s quality, and shares her dream of doing a Lollapalooza Pop-up! We end with a round of rapid fire, learning one of her most memorable finds and one piece she’s always on the hunt for! VISIT: 2846 N Milwaukee SHOP ONLINE: https://www.vintagefrillschicago.com/ INSTAGRAM: @vintagefrills

    35 min

  4. May 12

    Schmackary's

    Schmack dab in the middle of the big apple is New York’s hottest cookie shop, Schmackary’s! Known for having over 100 fun flavors and the cutest blue & white façade, this treat shop is anything but simple sugar. We sat down with Founder & Owner, Zachary Schmahl, to hear how he built his cookie empire from a small side-hustle in his tiny Manhattan apartment to a bi-coastal business with a cult following. Hear about how he develops new flavors and decides what is featured when he changes the menu every two weeks. Plus, he shares what’s trending the world of cookies and discusses why complex flavors are on the rise. We end with fresh baked rapid fire, learning Zachary’s favorite mix-in, a cookie flavored he developed that didn’t slap, and he describes our podcast as a cookie! You can visit Schmackary’s for cookies, bars, ice cream, coffee, and more at the locations below! SHIP NATIONWIDE: https://www.schmackarys.com/nationwide-ordering LOCATIONS: https://www.schmackarys.com/locations MENU: https://www.schmackarys.com/flavors INSTAGRAM: @schmackarys

    32 min

  5. Apr 27

    Souvlaki GR

    If Disney World’s Epcot had a Greek pavilion, this would be it 🇬🇷 Since Ioanna is from a Greek island, and also lived on the island of Manhattan, and Aaron married a New Yorker, we have high standards when it comes to our Greek food! This is the spot that never disappoints and will transport you out of the concrete jungle and into a Greek oasis. We sat down with first-generation Greek-American Co-Owner, Tina Plagos, to hear the incredible founding story of her NYC restaurant. Learn about their iconic blue doors and what makes their pita special! Hear how they created the “Souvlaki Pitza” and why they still get they get their meat from the butcher every single day. Tina shares what loyal customers can expect ahead for the restaurant & menu- they are at 3 NYC locations, a location in Florida’s Boynton Beach, and one in Panama City! Combined with their food trucks, there’s Greek food for everyone! We also pitch her on opening in Chicago! We end with rapid fire, during which Tina shares one of her favorite menu items, cool people she’s met dining, and what kind of Greek wine she likes! MENU & RESERVATIONS: https://www.souvlakigr.com/

    24 min

  6. Mar 26

    Years Beer

    Beer lovers have spent too many years without a worthy non-alcoholic option. Introducing Years, the revolutionary NA beer approved by Comedian & Years Co-Owner, John Mulaney! Meet Dan Abel, Co-Founder/CEO of Pilot Project Brewing & Years. We chat about how the NA beer was developed and what you can expect from their Original Pilsner, Classic Pale Ale, and Belgian Wit. There’s literally nothing missing from the taste, texture, and feel of these cold pours. Hear about their proprietary  maltose-negative yeast and why their brew process is different from the rest. Plus, the story of how John Mulaney came into the fold! We also chat NA beer trends and what Dan is excited about for the year ahead (literally). We end with rapid fire, learning Dan’s favorite beer snack and one person he’d love to have a Years Beer with! SHOP: https://yearsbeer.com/ BREWING PROCESS: https://yearsbeer.com/pages/our-process SOCIAL: https://www.instagram.com/yearsbeer/

    35 min

  7. Mar 16

    Velvet Taco

    Let’s tacoBout the tacos that everybody is talking about! Fans love them for their globally-influenced fusions and we love them for their incredibly  delicious flavors, such as Bacon Smashburger, Korean Fried Rice, and Chicken Tikka! Take a bite into this episode with CEO, Chris Schultz, whom fans of our foodie episodes may remember from our Voodoo Doughnut feature in 2024! He’s back in Chicago, opening Velvet Taco’s 57th store, right here in Wicker Park! The first 57 people in line on March 25th at the new store will get FREE TACOS FOR A MONTH! Chris tells us how this unique taco concept came to be and what’s behind the Velvet name. He walks us through the menu, highlighting popular items and their WTF Tacos (Weekly Taco Feature) which includes some of their most fun flavors! Hear about their expansion plans and a why they landed on Wicker for the newest opening! We end with rapid fire, asking Chris what flavor is trending, what he likes to drink with a taco, and he even describes us as a taco! Wicker Park opens March 25th at 1482 N Milwaukee Ave. ORDER/LOCATIONS: https://www.velvettaco.com/locations/ MENU: https://www.velvettaco.com/menu/ LOYALTY: https://www.velvettaco.com/the-velvet-room/

    22 min

  8. Mar 8

    Sip With Me Awards: Celebrating 200 Episodes

    Welcome to the Sip with Me Awards! In honor of our 200th episode, we are celebrating some of our favorite guests, businesses, and brands! Listen to find out our best behind-the-scenes story, who is most likely to become an A-List celebrity, and what brands we think will be the next big thing by 2027!   Thank you to everyone who has listened and supported us over the last six years. We could not have made it to 200 without each of you.   Cheers & Happy Sipping!   Aaron & Ioanna   AWARD WINNERS   Best Behind-the-Scenes Story: Interviewing Carole Baskin in NYC  Most Likely to become an A-List Celebrity: Artist Morgan St. Jean Best meal: Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse Guest Who Could Host the Show: Melissa Andre Guest Who Surprised Us the Most: Chicago Literary Salon Most Unfiltered Guest: Corinne Olympios from ABC’s The Bachelor & Holly Nichols Rising Star Brand: Local Style Chips & Years beer  Most Mind-Blowing Conversation: HarvardSmithsonian Astrophysicist Jonathon McDonald  Small Business to watch: October Cafe Most Replayed Episode: Lauren Paley  Most Viral Moment: Sheena Melwani Rising Star Brand: Local Style Chips & Years beer  Best New Discovery: Penguin Foot Pottery Best Advice Given: Noreen Heron- always be authentic and honest with your audience Best experience: Camp Wandawega Best show: Paranormal Activity at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre Best drama: Kimbyrleigha and the Anti-MLM Movement Each of our favorite episodes to do: Affy Tapple & Muriel Fahiron (Creator of Strawberry Shortcake and Care Bears)

    26 min
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A weekly podcast that’s mixed, shaken and stirred to perfection. We interview small businesses and content creators who share their inspiring stories!

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    Sip With Me
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    207
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