Hot Pastrami with Alex Canter and Lily Rosenthal

Jul 18 2024 12 ep. 7
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Hot Pastrami is a weekly podcast hosted by Alex Canter, entrepreneur and fourth-generation of the famous Canter’s Deli in Los Angeles, and Lily Rosenthal, a restaurateur and New York Times bestselling author. Each conversation takes place in their favorite booth at Canter’s Deli, and often features a special guest sharing their most memorable meals, ranking the LA restaurant scene, and discussing the role food plays in culture —all while enjoying a delicious spread fresh from the deli counter.

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