"Comin' In Hot", W/ Chef Cec

Chef Cec chats with his right hand man, Mr. Matthew Rocha in a new Meet the Crew edition of "Comin in Hot!" Cecil and Matthew met years ago during their early days in the restaurant industry; but what they didn't know was that years later, they'd be working side by side for one of Sac's best hot chicken spots. Listen to learn more! 

In honor of Mother's Day, Cecil is joined by his beautiful mother, Ida Ruffin. Ida dishes the tea on Cecil as a young child! Plus, if you want to know how Ida spent her young days, take a listen! Happy Mother's Day, Mama Ida! 

They are known for their BBQ sauces, links, cornbread mix and the famous Churwaffle! Today Chef Cec sits down with Sacramento's famous twins, Matthew and Jonathan Burgess about their success in retail and hospitality, How the entrepreneurs went from a small pop up tent to becoming #1 on Amazon. Plus, their fight for inclusivity and diversity with Black businesses in Sacramento.

Cong Nguyen of King Cong Brewing Company is in the building! How the King of brewing went from the dental industry to becoming the owner of one of Sac's top breweries. 

Kong Cong Brewing Company, which was established in 2017, distributes to the greater Sacramento area and soon Central Valley. 

She's a legend and a Sacramento icon! Courtney Dempsey of Good Day Sacramento sits down with Chef Cec to chat about her career and the importance behind representation in TV journalism. How sitting on the anchor set is more than just a job. Plus, Dempsey breaks down her dream anchor team ... You'll never guess who makes the list. 

It's time to meet the crew behind Nash & Proper! Today, Chef Cec introduces the man, the myth, the legend: Jake Bombard. Jake is the co-owner of Nash & Proper and is one of the reasons Nash is what it is today. From launching the food truck to curating an epic social media platform, Jake is a force to be reckoned with. 

Chef Rodney Ray of T&R BBQ sat down with Chef Cec to talk about his love for BBQ and his love for the Oak Park community. Ray breaks down his journey to success, which starts with working in the fields in Texas. Ray definitely drops some knowledge on this episode of Comin' in Hot. 

Does the Devil really care? Jess Milbourn and Gerine Williams of Devil May Care Ice Cream & Frozen Treats deliver the funniest podcast about ice cream. The pair, who is behind one of Sacramento's best ice cream shops, breaks down the most creative ice cream combinations they've attempted. But, that ice cream may melt after Jess and Gerine come in hot on Government assistance. Listen now. 

They met in culinary school and now they own one of Sacramento's top Japanese restaurants. Chef Cec sits down with power couple, Craig Takehara & Tokiko Sawada, to chat about the success of their restaurant, Binchoyaki. Plus, the "lit" way the duo first met! It's a must listen!

Lance Woods is in the building!!! The local comedian, who has become a household name in the land of comedy, sits down with Chef Cec for a "sizzlin" interview. Lance not only tackles his unprecedented beginnings, but recalls the time he first met world renowned comic, Dave Chappelle. From his humble roots to his booming career as a successful comedian, Lance Woods tells all! Listen to learn about Lance ... then and now.