Tonight, we’re wandering into the warm, wood‑panelled world of Dublin’s classic pubs. With perfectly poured pints and hearty plates like beef and Guinness stew and fish & chips, we’re settling in for a taste of Ireland’s beloved pub fare. In this episode, I’ll help you drift off by slowly and softly reading menus from three popular Dublin pubs: Devitt's of Camden Street, The Stag's Head, and Darkey Kelly's. Support the show If the podcast has been helping you sleep, consider rating or rev...

Tonight, we’re pairing french fries with fishnets. Enter Portland, Oregon: where strip clubs are as eccentric as the city itself and the food they're dishing up is surprisingly good (yes, actually!). With dozens of strip clubs to choose from, you can find a perfectly grilled steak or vegan burrito served alongside a front-row seat to adult entertainment—any night of the week. In this episode, I'm helping you drift off by softly reading the menus of three iconic Portland strip clubs: Lucky Dev...

This week's episode has no chill: I'm bringing the heat (and hopefully the sleeps) with Nashville hot chicken. Slathered in a cayenne pepper paste, the spicy bird burns so good it's been a staple in Tennessee's Music City for nearly 100 years. Tonight, I'm helping you drift off by slowly and softly reading menus from three of Nashville's best hot chicken restaurants: Prince's Hot Chicken, Hattie B's, and Pepperfire. Support the show If the podcast has been helping you sleep, consider rating o...

Tonight, we’re blending beats and bites with Rifflandia's Supper Club. In this episode, I'm helping you drift off by slowly and softly reading menus from the Supper Club at Rifflandia Music Festival in Victoria, British Columbia. While the multi-day festival is best known for its incredible lineup, foodies will find heaps to feast on at Rifflandia, too. With unlimited bites and a menu that changes daily, there's plenty to tempt your tastebuds at the Supper Club: from mouthwatering BBQ and fre...

Tonight, we’re leaving behind the noise and crowds of the airport terminal and retreating into the quiet comfort of the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse lounges. With plush seating, complimentary food and drinks, and a relaxed vibe that feels worlds away from the gate, these lounges offer low-key luxury that elevates the pre-flight experience. In this episode, I'm helping you drift off by slowly and softly reading menus from Virgin's flagship Clubhouse in London's Heathrow airport as well as their l...

In this episode, we’re stepping into two of London's most iconic and luxurious shopping sanctuaries: Harrods and Selfridges. And with more than 40 restaurants, cafés, and bars between them, these department stores aren't just about shopping—they're where fashion meets fine dining. From elegant afternoon teas to carefully curated seasonal menus, the dining is every bit as refined as the retail. Tonight, I'm helping you drift off by slowly and softly reading menus from the Harrods Café and Self...

Summer's in full swing and I got that dog in me! Franks, links, weenies, red hots, wieners, glizzies—I love 'em all. Tonight, I'm helping you drift off by slowly and softly reading menus from two legendary hot dog institutions: Pink's (Los Angeles, California) and Superdawg (Chicago, Illinois). Support the show If the podcast has been helping you sleep, consider rating or reviewing the show. You can also Buy Me a Pepperoni Pizza (or, coffee!). Every little bit helps! Send me a text Support t...

Tonight, we're getting cozy with Kiwi café culture. I’ve been itching to record an episode about Auckland cafés for a while now—and this week I finally sat down to do it, with a strong flat white and a quiet afternoon to myself. In this episode, I'm helping you fall asleep by slowly and softly reading menus from three of the city's most popular cafés: Bestie, Chuffed, and Blue. Support the show If the podcast has been helping you sleep, consider rating or reviewing the show. You can also Buy ...

I've been thinking about doing a shopping mall episode for some time now and when it came down to choosing one, I decided to go big. Really big. The Mall of America is the largest mall in the United States: the massive complex is big enough to hold 32 Boeing 747s or seven Yankee Stadiums. In addition to housing several big attractions (an aquarium, a theme park!), the mall is home to hundreds of shops, dozens of fast food options (including three Starbucks locations!), and a few full-service ...

It's officially summer, and tonight we're cooling off with the season's sweetest treat: ice cream. In this episode, I'm helping you chill out (see what I did there?!) by slowly and softly reading menus from three popular scoop shops: Salt & Straw, Van Leeuwen, and Earnest Ice Cream. Support the show If the podcast has been helping you sleep and you'd like to support the show, you can Buy Me a Pepperoni Pizza (or, coffee!). Send me a text Support the show

Mention Chicago pizza and most people think deep dish. But locals will tell you that the city's best pizza is actually the lesser-known tavern-style pie. The battle for top pizza, however, is a debate for a different show. Tonight, we're not playing favourites—in this episode, I'm helping you sleep by slowly and softly reading menus from three popular Chicago pizzerias: Milly's Pizza in the Pan (deep dish), Pizz'Amici (tavern style), and Spacca Napoli (Neapolitan style). If you've been enjoyi...

In this episode, we’re exploring Seattle’s food scene—after dark. As you settle in and unwind, I’ll gently lull you to sleep by slowly and softly reading late-night menus for night owls. Together, we’ll burn the midnight oil at three of Seattle’s most beloved after-hours eateries: the iconic Beth’s Cafe, the purposefully-tacky Dino’s Tomato Pie (their website is a real trip!), and wallet-friendly Donna’s. If you've been enjoying the podcast and want to support the show, you can buy me a...

If you've been enjoying the podcast and want to support the show, you can buy me a coffee (or pepperoni pizza!) at BuyMeACoffee.com/PepperoniPizzaDreams. Your support will help pay for the many costs of producing the podcast and keep the show going! National Barbecue Day was May 16th and no one does BBQ better than the Lone Star State. In tonight's episode, I'm helping you fall asleep by slowly and softly reading menus from three Austin restaurants that are serving up Michelin-starred barbecu...

Donna: it was one of the most popular names for girls in the 1950s. These days, it's not often you meet a Donna IRL. Restaurant Donna's, though, are having a moment... and, it also happens to be one of my all-time favourite names. Tonight, I'm helping you drift off to sleep by slowly and softly reading menus from three Donna's: Toronto Donna's, L.A. Donna's, and Seattle Donna's. It's Donna's world; we're just living in it! Send me a text Support the show

I've been thinking about recording a Montreal episode for a while now: the city has a thriving Italian community—and by extension—a rich culinary scene with some of the best Italian food in the country. Tonight, I'm helping you fall asleep by slowly and softly reading menus (in English and French) from two popular Italian eateries: Bossa and Elena. Send me a text Support the show

Tonight, we're going off the rails! In this episode, I'm helping you snooze by slowly and softly reading menus from Amtrak's onboard dining service. We're getting cozy in first class from Chicago to San Francisco on the iconic California Zephyr—and tucking in to their traditional dining menu, complete with a 3-course dinner. Menu #2 is served onboard the Texas Eagle, a 1,300-mile trip from Chicago to San Antonio. Send me a text Support the show

Tonight, we're taking a moment to appreciate one of life's most underrated pleasures: dining alone. This small—sometimes daunting—act of independence and self-care can be deeply fulfilling and a reminder that sometimes, the best company is your own. And while you can eat alone pretty much anywhere, the NYC restaurants whose menus I'll be reading in this episode—Minetta Tavern, Ha's Snack Bar, and Gramercy Tavern—make a singular seat feel extra special. Send me a text Support the show

Tonight, we're visiting three Washington, D.C. museums—and their restaurants! In this episode, I'm helping you fall asleep by slowly and softly reading menus from: Immigrant Food at Planet Word, Bread Furst Café at The Phillips Collection, and Mitsitam Cafe at the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian. Send me a text Support the show

In this episode, we're heading to Vancouver, British Columbia for breakfast, lunch, and dinner—because Charlotte asked for it! Charlotte is a listener who reached out to me a few months ago; she loves the podcast and kindly requested more BLD episodes. So tonight, I'm helping you (and hopefully Charlotte!) fall asleep by slowly and softly reading menus from four Vancouver restaurants: Their There, Hunnybee Bruncheonette, Caffè La Tana, and Bao Bei. Send me a text Support the show

I missed a week—oops! Life has really been life-ing lately. But I'm back, and I brought sandwiches with me. Not just any sandwiches, though: Aussie sangas! Tonight, I'm helping you fall asleep by slowly and softly reading menus from four of Sydney's most popular sandwich shops: Small's Deli, Cut Lunch Deli, Ol'Mates, and Self Raised Bread Shoppe. Send me a text Support the show