In this episode of Chug & Chow, award-winning host and author Todd Newton takes us to the heart of San Francisco’s North Beach neighborhood to raise a glass at one of the city’s most legendary haunts—Vesuvio Café.

Tucked beside the iconic City Lights Bookstore, Vesuvio Café isn’t just a bar—it’s a bohemian time capsule. Since 1948, this dimly lit, art-filled watering hole has been a sanctuary for poets, painters, misfits, and dreamers. It’s where Jack Kerouac and Allen Ginsberg drank and debated, where the Beat Generation found its pulse, and where literary and artistic rebellion was always on tap.

The Tattooed Traveler dives into the café’s storied past and paints a vivid picture of how Vesuvio became more than just a bar—it became a movement. Whether you're a Beatnik at heart or just love a good dive with soul, this episode will make you want to sip a house Bloody Mary beneath stained glass and soak in the ghosts of genius.

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Ready to discover the burger that put Minneapolis on the culinary map? Join award-winning host and traveling foodie Todd Newton as CHUG & CHOW heads to Matt’s Bar, home of the legendary Original Jucy Lucy.

In this sizzling episode, The Tattooed Traveler dives into the history, flavor, and local lore behind the molten cheese-filled masterpiece that’s been drawing crowds for decades. Whether you’re a burger fanatic or a curious traveler, you’ll get an insider’s look at what makes Matt’s Bar a must-visit stop in the Twin Cities.

Don’t miss this delicious journey into Minneapolis’s most iconic bite—tune in, subscribe, and get ready to crave the Jucy Lucy.

Award-winning host and traveling foodie Todd Newton takes the CHUG & CHOW crew to Florida's Gulf Coast paradise for an unforgettable culinary adventure! This week, Todd explores the world-famous Siesta Beach on Siesta Key – home to the #1 ranked beach in America with its impossibly soft, 99% pure quartz sand that never gets hot under the Florida sun.

But the real treasure isn't just the powdery white beaches and crystal-clear Gulf waters – it's tucked away in the heart of Siesta Key Village at The Cottage, where Todd discovers the legendary Billionaire Burger that's got locals and tourists talking. This isn't your average beach burger! We're talking about a masterfully crafted blend of chuck, short rib, and brisket, crowned with melted Tillamook aged cheddar, bacon and onion jam, truffle aioli, fresh lettuce and tomato, all nestled in a buttery double brioche bun.

Join Todd as he experiences the laid-back island atmosphere at this cozy, unpretentious spot where foodies serve foodies with passion. From the restaurant's eclectic Asian-American fusion menu featuring everything from tuna tacoshimi to Peruvian ceviche, to their famous watermelon-jalapeño margaritas, The Cottage proves that sometimes the best culinary experiences come wrapped in casual beach charm.

Plus, discover why Siesta Key has become Florida's premier vacation destination – consistently ranking as one of the world's best beaches, offering everything from dolphin sightings and world-class snorkeling at Point of Rocks to the vibrant dining and shopping scene in Siesta Key Village. With its barrier island location just off the coast of Sarasota, 8 miles of pristine beaches, and that signature "old Florida" vibe, this Gulf Coast gem delivers the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable food adventure.

Whether you're a burger fanatic, beach lover, or just someone who appreciates authentic local flavors in stunning settings, this episode serves up everything you need to plan your own Florida food pilgrimage. Get ready to add Siesta Key and The Cottage's Billionaire Burger to your culinary bucket list!