Happy 4th of July folks! Today we have a live interview at CHATT DOG with owner and food journalist Pervaiz Shallwani.

What is Chaat? (Chāt) — “to lick” or “to taste” in Hindi — is a savory snack that is ubiquitous on the streets and menus across Pakistan, Bangladesh and India.

Chaat Dog: An all-beef hot dog on a ghee-toasted bun, topped with chaat and finished with cilantro chutney, tamarind-plum chutney, fried onions, a Sev & boondi crunch, fresh cilantro & pickled hot wax peppers that we make in-house.

Buckle up for a great episode and watch the full video and test of the dogs on YouTube, please like and subscribe!

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We are back with Mike Albanese this week talking about his new genius ice cream shop idea and the best coffee in NYC!

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Hey! Sorry for the delay we had some audio issues this week - enjoy this live episode from Madras Dosa Co in Manhattan!! The video on youtube has hit over 10k views - thanks so much for the support -- go over there to watch the full food show! Back with guests next week!!!

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Sorry for the delay! Charles McBee joins us for another great episode! Thanks for all the support and sharing, we are growing! Let a friend know about the pod, and we will see ya back next week!

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In this episode of Diet Starts Tomorrow, we're joined by producer Mike Albanese for a fun and insightful post-wedding recap! Congrats to the big guy!!!

We dive into all things wedding-related, from the unforgettable wedding foods to crafting the perfect Old Fashioned cocktail. Plus, we have a hilarious brainstorming session where we come up with the ultimate nacho restaurant name that will leave you hungry for more.

But that's not all! Mahesh Kotagi also joins the conversation to talk about his favorite Chicago foods, and we get into a playful debate about why we might just think Chicago is the better city than NYC. From deep-dish pizza to hot dogs, Mahesh’s food takes will have you questioning your next city trip.

🎧 Topics covered:

• Wedding food favorites
• Tips for making the perfect Old Fashioned
• Creative ideas for the best nacho restaurant name
• Mahesh’s love for Chicago foods (and why Chicago might just be better than NYC)
• Behind-the-scenes wedding fun with Mike Albanese

Tune in for a mix of laughs, wedding wisdom, culinary inspiration, and a little friendly city rivalry. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe for more episodes of Diet Starts Tomorrow!

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🎙️ Comedian Derek Humphrey on Kangaroo Meat, Sushi Hacks & the Best Pizza in Germany!

In this hilarious and delicious new episode of Diet Starts Tomorrow, host Mahesh Kotagi sits down with comedian Derek Humphrey to talk all things food, comedy, and life on the road. Derek shares his experience trying kangaroo meat, a clever sushi life hack, and his love for adventurous eating.

We dive into his favorite food discoveries — including the best pizza in Germany (with a surprise egg on top!), his early days working at Bob Evans and other classic American diners, and of course, life and laughs in the New York City comedy scene.

Catch Derek touring in Dallas this summer, and don’t miss Combover Comedy on June 12 in NYC, where the hilarious Mark Normand headlines two killer shows.

🍕🌍🎤 Subscribe now, leave a review, and join us for another episode where comedy and cravings collide!

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This week on Diet Starts Tomorrow, Mahesh Kotagi sits down with comedian and soccer personality Alexis Guerreros—co-host of The Cooligans and a certified NYC food tour legend. 🍕🔥

We get into:

• How Alexis and Mikey launched a food tour in the West Village and blew their entire first earnings on gourmet burgers 🍔💸
• Alexis’s must-try NYC pizza spots—the slices that’ll change your life
• The surprising world of Cuban-Chinese fusion and why NYC's cultural mashup creates unbeatable flavors
• Why food, comedy, and fútbol go hand-in-hand 🥅🎭

If you love food, funny people, and insider tips on NYC eats—this one’s for you.

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On this episode of Diet Starts Tomorrow, Mahesh Kotagi is joined by stand-up comedian and former magician Joe Russell for a hilarious and unexpected deep dive into everything from Buffalo wings to Buffalo’s hidden world of close-up magic. Joe talks about why he left his job at McDonald’s, what led him from sleight of hand to stand-up comedy, and why Buffalo is secretly the magic capital you never knew about.

We also get into some real talk about beef, burgers, and Indian guilt — including why so many Indians sneak-eat beef and pretend it’s chicken nuggets.

Food, magic, comedy, and a few confessions. You’re gonna want to hear this one.

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