SoCal Restaurant Show

By Andrew Harris and Andrew Gruel

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SoCal Restaurant Show episodes:

06.23.2024
Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris
“The Ecology Center, nestled in the serene landscape of San Juan Capistrano, California continues its renowned Community Table dinner series for the summer 2024 season, taking place every Friday, now through August. Guests are invited to indulge in an...
06.23.2024
The Ecology Center’s (San Juan Capistrano) Community Table Dinner Series Part 1
“The Ecology Center nestled in the serene landscape of San Juan Capistrano, California continues its renowned Community Table dinner series for the summer 2024 season, taking place every Friday, now through August. Guests are invited to indulge in an...
06.23.2024
The Ecology Center’s (San Juan Capistrano) Community Table Dinner Series Part 2
“The Ecology Center nestled in the serene landscape of San Juan Capistrano, California continues its renowned Community Table dinner series for the summer 2024 season, taking place every Friday, now through August. Guests are invited to indulge in an...
06.23.2024
Benom Wines, Paso Robles with Co-Proprietor Arnaud Fabre Part 1
“They are brothers, they are French, and for them making wine at their BENOM in Paso Robles is a heritage.” “Arnaud & Guillaume Fabre moved to California for love. For Guillaume, it was his passion for winemaking and farming without...
06.23.2024
Benom Wines, Paso Robles with Co-Proprietor Arnaud Fabre Part 2
“They are brothers, they are French, and for them making wine at their BENOM in Paso Robles is a heritage.” “Arnaud & Guillaume Fabre moved to California for love. For Guillaume, it was his passion for winemaking and farming without...
06.23.2024
Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine 2024 with Restaurateur Caroline Styne Part 1
“The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association’s Summer Season at the Hollywood Bowl kicked off Sunday, June 23rd. Now into the ninth year with award-winning chef Suzanne Goin and restaurateur Caroline Styne, Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine promises exceptional dining for visitors to the...
06.23.2024
Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine 2024 with Restaurateur Caroline Styne Part 2
“The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association’s Summer Season at the Hollywood Bowl kicks off this Sunday, June 23rd. Now into the ninth year with award-winning chef Suzanne Goin and restaurateur Caroline Styne, Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine promises exceptional dining for visitors to...
06.17.2024
Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris
“Tiki bar fans, rejoice — and grab a place at Strong Water Anaheim. It’s a creatively reimagined classic of the genre, with its curio-shop-in-a-shipwreck atmosphere, its supercharged bar-food menu, its encyclopedic list of classic and creative tropical libations (zero proof...
06.17.2024
Strong Water Anaheim with Skippers Ying Chang and Robert Adamson
“Tiki bar fans, rejoice — and grab a seat at Strong Water Anaheim. It’s a creatively reimagined classic of the genre, with its curio-shop-in-a-shipwreck atmosphere, its supercharged bar-food menu, its encyclopedic list of classic and creative tropical libations (zero proof...
06.17.2024
Epoch Estate Wines of Paso Robles with Winemaker Jordan Fiorentini Part 1
“When Epoch Estate Wines owners Bill and Liz Armstrong set out on their “crazy” quest to make wine, they did not have their sights set on any particular wine region. However, Bill and Liz knew two things for sure: ...
06.17.2024
California Restaurant Foundation Restaurants Care® Resilience Fund Applications Now Open
“The California Restaurant Foundation (CRF), a nonprofit focused on investing in and empowering California restaurants and their workforce, has proudly partnered with California’s energy companies to launch the fourth consecutive Restaurants Care® Resilience Fund. Thanks to the generosity of SoCalGas,...
06.17.2024
Epoch Estate Wines of Paso Robles with Winemaker Jordan Fiorentini Part 2
“When Epoch Estate Wines owners Bill and Liz Armstrong set out on their “crazy” quest to make wine, they did not have their sights set on any particular wine region. However, Bill and Liz knew two things for sure: ...
06.17.2024
Chef Susan Feniger – Alice B. in Palm Springs
“The newly launched Alice B. is a unique dining destination from James Beard and Julia Child award-winning chefs Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken (Border Grill and Socolo) located adjacent to downtown Palm Springs. The restaurant and bar is tucked...
06.17.2024
9th Annual Garagiste Wine Festival – Urban Exposure with Co-Founder Doug Minnick
“The 9th Annual Garagiste Wine Festival – Urban Exposure, returns to Los Angeles (Glendale Civic Auditorium) for the ninth time on Saturday, June 22nd, bringing 150+ extraordinary wines and 40+ of the best micro-production ‘garagiste’ wineries from all over California.” Tickets are...
06.17.2024
Co-Host Chef Andrew Gruel of Calico Fish House with “Ask the Chef”
Summer is the ideal season for enjoying Potato Salad. Chef Andrew shares his personal secrets for the perfect Potato Salad. “When it comes to cooking, few dishes can compare to the comfort and satisfaction of a well-made Potato Salad. Whether...
06.09.2024
Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris
“With author Rowena Scherer’s A Taste of the World – Celebrating Global Flavors kids of all ages can savor the flavors of global cuisine (with more than 60 Family-Friendly recipes) as they learn about twenty countries from Asia and Africa...
06.09.2024
A Taste of the World with Author Rowena Scherer Part 2
“With author Rowena Scherer’s A Taste of the World – Celebrating Global Flavors kids of all ages can savor the flavors of global cuisine (with more than 60 Family-Friendly recipes) as they learn about twenty countries from Asia and Africa...
06.09.2024
A Taste of the World with Author Rowena Scherer Part 1
With author Rowena Scherer’s A Taste of the World – Celebrating Global Flavors “kids of all ages can savor the flavors of global cuisine (with more than 60 Family-Friendly recipes) as they learn about twenty countries from Asia and Africa...
06.09.2024
James Trees, Executive Chef & Restaurateur, Esther’s Kitchen, Al Solito Posto and Ada’s Food + Wine , Las Vegas Part 1
Pioneering Las Vegas Chef James Trees is the restaurateur responsible for the newly relocated and expanded Esther’s Kitchen in the Arts District of Downtown Las Vegas and Al Solito Posto and Ada’s Food + Wine in Trivoli Village. As part...
06.09.2024
James Trees, Executive Chef & Restaurateur, Esther’s Kitchen, Al Solito Posto and Ada’s Food + Wine , Las Vegas Part 2
Pioneering Las Vegas Chef James Trees is the restaurateur responsible for the newly relocated and expanded Esther’s Kitchen in the Arts District of Downtown Las Vegas and Al Solito Posto and Ada’s Food + Wine in Trivoli Village. As part...
06.09.2024
Executive Chef Juan Morales, Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage Part 2
Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa Rancho Mirage under the culinary direction of Executive Chef Juan Morales is “home to The Steakhouse, a consecutively awarded Forbes Four-Star restaurant with a Wine Spectator recognized wine list.” “With six dining options, guests can...
06.09.2024
Executive Chef Juan Morales, Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage Part 1
Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa Rancho Mirage under the culinary direction of Executive Chef Juan Morales is “home to The Steakhouse, a consecutively awarded Forbes Four-Star restaurant with a Wine Spectator recognized wine list.” “With six dining options, guests can...
06.09.2024
Co-Host Chef Andrew Gruel of Calico Fish House with “Ask the Chef”
The long-running Red Lobster seafood chain introduced many Americans to approachable, moderately priced seafood in a welcoming and unchallenging environment. Red Lobster is in bankruptcy, closing units and it’s downsized future is clearly uncertain. Chef Andrew weighs in with his...
06.02.2024
Team USA 2025 on the Road to Lyon for the Bocuse d’Or International Culinary Competition Part 1
We’re now catching up with Head Chef for Team USA 2025, Stefani De Palma and her Commis, Bradley Waddle on the culinary road to Lyon, France in January 2025 to compete in the Bocuse d’Or International Culinary Competition. “For the...
06.02.2024
Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris
We’re now catching up with Head Chef for Team USA 2025, Stefani De Palma, and her Commis, Bradley Waddle on the culinary road to Lyon, France in January 2025 to compete in the Bocuse d’Or International Culinary Competition. For the...
06.02.2024
Team USA 2025 on the Road to Lyon for the Bocuse d’Or International Culinary Competition Part 2
We’re now continuing the catch-up conversation with Head Chef for Team USA 2025, Stefani De Palma and her Commis, Bradley Waddle on the culinary road to Lyon, France in January 2025 to compete in the Bocuse d’Or International Culinary Competition....
06.02.2024
Long Beach Cambodian Restaurant Week with CaliTea
The second annual Long Beach Cambodian Restaurant Week returns June 2 to 9, 2024. “The 2024 event and future events are now owned/organized by United Cambodian Community (UCC) of Long Beach, a California registered 501(c)3 non-profit. The 2023 inaugural event was organized by non-profit Long Beach Food...
06.02.2024
Seasonal Produce Report with Authority Robert Schueller of Melissa’s Produce Part 2
It’s time for our next seasonal report on the very best in fruits and veggies and new products from our resident “Prince of Produce,” Robert Schueller of Melissa’s World Variety Produce. “Feast your eyes on the newly arrived Pink Elephant...
06.02.2024
Seasonal Produce Report with Authority Robert Schueller of Melissa’s Produce Part 1
It’s time for our next seasonal report on the very best in fruits and veggies and new products from our resident “Prince of Produce,” Robert Schueller of Melissa’s World Variety Produce. Melissa’s is expanding their distinctive pineapple portfolio with the...
06.02.2024
Co-Host Chef Andrew Gruel of Calico Fish House with “Ask the Chef”
Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) provides another timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries. Think there...
06.02.2024
Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week Preview
“Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week is set to dazzle food enthusiasts once again from May 31 to June 9, 2024. The annual culinary event features more than 70 participating restaurants, with options including prix fixe menus and exclusive special offers...
05.27.2024
Dominic Palmieri, The Midway Gourmet at the L.A. County Fair
Outrageous Fair Food is always a mouthwatering highlight. What crazy edible will they next put on a stick? One of the all-star, Fair Food personalities is the well-traveled Midway Gourmet, Chef Dominic Palmieri of Biggy’s fame on the RCS Carnival...
05.27.2024
Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris
Memorial Day Weekend good wishes to all. Outrageous Fair Food is always a mouthwatering highlight. What crazy edible will they next put on a stick? One of the all-star, Fair Food personalities is the well-traveled Midway Gourmet, Chef Dominic Palmieri...
05.27.2024
Long Beach Cambodian Restaurant Week with Shlap Muan and Proprietor Hawk Tea
The second annual Long Beach Cambodian Restaurant Week returns June 2 to 9, 2024. “The 2024 event and future events are now owned/organized by United Cambodian Community (UCC) of Long Beach, a California registered 501(c)3 non-profit. The 2023 inaugural event was organized by non-profit Long Beach Food...
05.27.2024
McPrice Myers Wines, Paso Robles, with Founder McPrice “Mac” Myers Part 2
“Over the last two decades, McPrice (Mac) Myers has been crafting wines of depth and balance that showcase the multiple terroirs and climates of the Central Coast – from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles. Mac produced his first vintage in...
05.27.2024
McPrice Myers Wines, Paso Robles, with Founder McPrice “Mac” Myers Part 1
“McPrice 'Mac' Myers (Paso Robles-based) has been crafting high-expression wines of balance, value, and place since 2002. A lifelong, self-proclaimed "food and wine geek,” Mac was a quick study and almost immediately had the media lauding his wines from near...
05.27.2024
Upland Lemon Festival with Producer Steve Clayton
“Upland Lemon Festival in the Inland Empire returns from June 14th through the 16th. This annual community-driven event celebrates Upland’s citrus heritage while showcasing local businesses, varietal food vendors, live musical entertainment, a carnival and lots more. The Festival...
05.27.2024
NORMS 75th Anniversary with Corporate Executive Chef David Cox
This September it’s the 75th Anniversary of NORMS famous for their hotcakes. “In 1949, Los Angeles native Norm Roybark opened one of the first 24/7 restaurants in Southern California. A small diner located near the famed Hollywood corner of Sunset...
05.27.2024
Remembering Raul Porto, Sr., Co-Founder of Porto’s Bakery and Cafe
Chef Andrew Gruel’s usual “Ask the Chef” segment on the controversial “Duff Cut” for a sandwich on Social Media is rescheduled for next Saturday, June 1st. He was in the air on delayed flight at his usual time.  ...
05.19.2024
Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris
“ADYA Fine Indian Flavors is celebrating their 10th Anniversary at the Anaheim Packing House with a special dinner of creative dishes and definitive ADYA classics! This Anniversary Dinner on Thursday, May 30 features a fun mix of new surprises and favorites,...
05.19.2024
ADYA Fine Indian Flavors at Anaheim Packing House -10th Anniversary with Chef Shachi Mehra
“ADYA Fine Indian Flavors is celebrating their 10th Anniversary at the Anaheim Packing House with a special dinner of creative dishes and definitive ADYA classics! This Anniversary Dinner on Thursday, May 30 features a fun mix of new surprises and favorites,...
05.19.2024
2nd Annual Long Beach BBQ Festival with Organizer Qiana Mafnas of Axiom Kitchen
“Calling all BBQ lovers! The 2nd Annual Long Beach BBQ Fest will take place on Saturday, May 25. May is National BBQ Month.”   “Organized by Ian and Qiana Mafnas, proprietors of the wildly popular Axiom Kitchen Smoked Meats & BBQ,...
05.19.2024
Restaurateur Bob Spivak with Saved by a Blonde & a Chicken Pot Pie - A Restaurateur’s Memoir Part 1
“In Saved by A Blonde & A Chicken Pot Pie – A Restaurateur’s Memoir, restaurateur Bob Spivak (The Grill on the Alley in Beverly Hills, The Daily Grills and Public School Restaurant + Bar recounts growing up in the restaurant...
05.19.2024
Restaurateur Bob Spivak with Saved by a Blonde & a Chicken Pot Pie - A Restaurateur’s Memoir Part 2
“In Saved by A Blonde & A Chicken Pot Pie – A Restaurateur’s Memoir, restaurateur Bob Spivak (The Grill on the Alley in Beverly Hills, The Daily Grills and Public School Restaurant + Bar recounts growing up in the restaurant...
05.19.2024
Knoll Vineyards and Tomaselli’s Pastry Mill & Café, Umpqua Valley, Oregon Part 2
“Nestled in the coastal hills of Oregon, Knoll Vineyards benefits from the maritime-influenced climate of the Umpqua River Valley. Thirty-six miles inland from the Pacific, the cool climate contributes to the ideal terroir for outstanding Pinot Noir and other varietals....
05.19.2024
Knoll Vineyards and Tomaselli’s Pastry Mill & Café, Umpqua Valley, Oregon Part 1
“Nestled in the coastal hills of Oregon, Knoll Vineyards benefits from the maritime-influenced climate of the Umpqua River Valley. Thirty-six miles inland from the Pacific, the cool climate contributes to the ideal terroir for outstanding Pinot Noir and other varietals....
05.19.2024
“Ask the Chef” with Co-Host Executive Chef Andrew Gruel of Calico Fish House, Sunset Beach
We’re returning to the conversation about Virtual / Ghost Kitchens. What started as an incubator for entrepreneurial restaurateurs to test a food concept on a budget has morphed into something altogether different and, seemingly, on the decline. Major restaurant chains...
05.13.2024
Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris
“Beloved food historian, world-traveler and chef George Geary is back with Made in California, Volume 2 – The California-Born Burger Joints, Diners, Fast Food & Restaurants That Changed America (1951 to 2010) with even more remarkable stories of the countless...
05.13.2024
Chef George Geary, Food Historian and Author of Made In California: Volume 2 Part 1
“Beloved food historian, world-traveler and chef George Geary is back with Made in California, Volume 2 – The California-Born Burger Joints, Diners, Fast Food & Restaurants That Changed America (1951 to 2010) with even more remarkable stories of the countless...
05.13.2024
LXV Wine, Paso Robles with Neeta Mittal Part 1
“LXV Wine (Paso Robles) is proprietors Neeta and Kunal Mittal’s connection to India. Paso Robles reminds them of India. Roblans have a deep relationship with the earth and with each other. There is an intimacy in the ecosystem in Paso...

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SoCal Restaurant Show episodes:

Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris

The Ecology Center’s (San Juan Capistrano) Community Table Dinner Series Part 1

The Ecology Center’s (San Juan Capistrano) Community Table Dinner Series Part 2

Benom Wines, Paso Robles with Co-Proprietor Arnaud Fabre Part 1

Benom Wines, Paso Robles with Co-Proprietor Arnaud Fabre Part 2

Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine 2024 with Restaurateur Caroline Styne Part 1

Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine 2024 with Restaurateur Caroline Styne Part 2

Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris

Strong Water Anaheim with Skippers Ying Chang and Robert Adamson

Epoch Estate Wines of Paso Robles with Winemaker Jordan Fiorentini Part 1

California Restaurant Foundation Restaurants Care® Resilience Fund Applications Now Open

Epoch Estate Wines of Paso Robles with Winemaker Jordan Fiorentini Part 2

Chef Susan Feniger – Alice B. in Palm Springs

9th Annual Garagiste Wine Festival – Urban Exposure with Co-Founder Doug Minnick

Co-Host Chef Andrew Gruel of Calico Fish House with “Ask the Chef”

Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris

A Taste of the World with Author Rowena Scherer Part 2

A Taste of the World with Author Rowena Scherer Part 1

James Trees, Executive Chef & Restaurateur, Esther’s Kitchen, Al Solito Posto and Ada’s Food + Wine , Las Vegas Part 1

James Trees, Executive Chef & Restaurateur, Esther’s Kitchen, Al Solito Posto and Ada’s Food + Wine , Las Vegas Part 2

Executive Chef Juan Morales, Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage Part 2

Executive Chef Juan Morales, Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage Part 1

Co-Host Chef Andrew Gruel of Calico Fish House with “Ask the Chef”

Team USA 2025 on the Road to Lyon for the Bocuse d’Or International Culinary Competition Part 1

Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris

Team USA 2025 on the Road to Lyon for the Bocuse d’Or International Culinary Competition Part 2

Long Beach Cambodian Restaurant Week with CaliTea

Seasonal Produce Report with Authority Robert Schueller of Melissa’s Produce Part 2

Seasonal Produce Report with Authority Robert Schueller of Melissa’s Produce Part 1

Co-Host Chef Andrew Gruel of Calico Fish House with “Ask the Chef”

Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week Preview

Dominic Palmieri, The Midway Gourmet at the L.A. County Fair

Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris

Long Beach Cambodian Restaurant Week with Shlap Muan and Proprietor Hawk Tea

McPrice Myers Wines, Paso Robles, with Founder McPrice “Mac” Myers Part 2

McPrice Myers Wines, Paso Robles, with Founder McPrice “Mac” Myers Part 1

Upland Lemon Festival with Producer Steve Clayton

NORMS 75th Anniversary with Corporate Executive Chef David Cox

Remembering Raul Porto, Sr., Co-Founder of Porto’s Bakery and Cafe

Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris

ADYA Fine Indian Flavors at Anaheim Packing House -10th Anniversary with Chef Shachi Mehra

2nd Annual Long Beach BBQ Festival with Organizer Qiana Mafnas of Axiom Kitchen

Restaurateur Bob Spivak with Saved by a Blonde & a Chicken Pot Pie - A Restaurateur’s Memoir Part 1

Restaurateur Bob Spivak with Saved by a Blonde & a Chicken Pot Pie - A Restaurateur’s Memoir Part 2

Knoll Vineyards and Tomaselli’s Pastry Mill & Café, Umpqua Valley, Oregon Part 2

Knoll Vineyards and Tomaselli’s Pastry Mill & Café, Umpqua Valley, Oregon Part 1

“Ask the Chef” with Co-Host Executive Chef Andrew Gruel of Calico Fish House, Sunset Beach

Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris

Chef George Geary, Food Historian and Author of Made In California: Volume 2 Part 1

LXV Wine, Paso Robles with Neeta Mittal Part 1

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