SoCal Restaurant Show

“Five Point Five Brewing Co is an El Segundo-based family business known for its handcrafted beer, hard seltzers and small neighborhood vibe. Siblings Michelle Bella Legaspi, Melissa Bella Montemagni, Joe Bella and Mark Bella run the brewery along with Melissa’s husband, Brewer Jeremy Montemagni—who has been brewing since the 1990s—and his sister and brother-in-law, Angela Chagnon and Ted Chagnon. The team opened the doors of Five Point Five Brewing Co two years ago. Their goal is to bring the community together to catch up and enjoy great beer in a relaxed environment.”

“Five Point Five Brewing’s line of handcrafted beers are inspired by their 5.5 square mile corner of paradise in El Segundo, CA. Open Monday through Sunday.” Every Thursday Night is Trivia Night.

To celebrate Five Point Five’s 2nd Anniversary Brewmaster Jeremy has brewed Sweet Melissa Belgian Double IPA. “A free spirit with exceptional soul. Sweet Melissa blends the fruity esters and spice of traditional Belgian yeast with the bitter snap of a Double IPA. Complex, aromatic, and unapologetically original.”

The selection of Chef Fred Eric’s PI L.A.’s “Los Angeles Style Pizzas” (Square) are baked on-site so the pizza is hot right out of the oven.

Founders Michelle Legaspi and Brewer Jeremy Montemagni join us to tap the keg on all that is Five Point Five Brewing Co.

“Five Point Five Brewing Co is an El Segundo-based family business known for its handcrafted beer, hard seltzers and small neighborhood vibe. Siblings Michelle Bella Legaspi, Melissa Bella Montemagni, Joe Bella and Mark Bella run the brewery along with Melissa’s husband, Brewer Jeremy Montemagni—who has been brewing since the 1990s—and his sister and brother-in-law, Angela Chagnon and Ted Chagnon. The team opened the doors of Five Point Five Brewing Co two years ago. Their modest goal is to bring the community together to catch up and enjoy great beer in a relaxed environment.”

“Five Point Five Brewing’s line of handcrafted beers are inspired by their 5.5 square mile corner of paradise in El Segundo, CA. Open Monday through Sunday.” Every Thursday Night is Trivia Night.

To celebrate Five Point Five’s 2nd Anniversary Brewmaster Jeremy has created Sweet Melissa Belgian Double IPA. “A free spirit with exceptional soul. Sweet Melissa blends the fruity esters and spice of traditional Belgian yeast with the bitter snap of a Double IPA. Complex, aromatic, and unapologetically original.”

The selection of Chef Fred Eric’s PI L.A.’s “Los Angeles Style Pizzas” (Square) are baked on-site so the pizza is hot right out of the oven.

Founders Michelle Legaspi and Brewer Jeremy Montemagni stay with us tapping the keg on all that is Five Point Five Brewing Co.

“Descanso Restaurant with locations in Costa Mesa and on the Miracle Mile in Los Angeles is celebrating National Taco Day with a chef-curated taco platter, inviting guests to try four of its most popular specialty tacos and discover their new favorites. Available at its Costa Mesa and recently opened Los Angeles locations, Descanso’s National Taco Day Platter includes street-sized versions of the Felipe, The Relleno, Don Chingon and Chicharrón de Pescado tacos for just $15. Each taco is served on a house-made corn tortilla.”

“Descanso is a contemporary Mexican kitchen and bar inspired by the rich culinary traditions and flavors of Michoacán. Blending time-honored family recipes with modern technique, Descanso delivers a dining experience rooted in heritage and elevated in execution. Guests can choose to dine at a traditional table or take a seat at the restaurant’s signature Plancha grill, where meals are prepared right before their eyes—bringing to life the vibrant energy of a bustling Mexican town.”

“Under the direction of Chef Sergio Lopez and Chef Jose Angulo, the menu features bold, seasonal dishes that celebrate the vibrant ingredients and distinctive flavors of Michoacán. Each plate and cocktail is a tribute to the region and Mexico’s culinary history—crafted with pride, tradition, and a modern twist.”

“Founded in Costa Mesa by owner Rob Arellano in 2018, Descanso expanded in 2025 with the opening of its flagship Los Angeles location.”


Founder Rob Arellano and Chef Jose Angulo join us in-studio.

“Descanso Restaurant with locations in Costa Mesa and on the Miracle Mile in Los Angeles is celebrating National Taco Day with a chef-curated taco platter, inviting guests to try four of its most popular specialty tacos and discover their new favorites. Available at its Costa Mesa and recently opened Los Angeles locations, Descanso’s National Taco Day Platter includes street-sized versions of the Felipe, The Relleno, Don Chingon and Chicharrón de Pescado tacos for just $15. Each taco is served on a house-made corn tortilla.”

“Descanso is a contemporary Mexican kitchen and bar inspired by the rich culinary traditions and flavors of Michoacán. Blending time-honored family recipes with modern technique, Descanso delivers a dining experience rooted in heritage and elevated in execution. Guests can choose to dine at a traditional table or take a seat at the restaurant’s signature Plancha grill, where meals are prepared right before their eyes—bringing to life the vibrant energy of a bustling Mexican town.”

“Under the direction of Chef Sergio Lopez and Chef Jose Angulo, the menu features bold, seasonal dishes that celebrate the vibrant ingredients and distinctive flavors of Michoacán. Each plate and cocktail is a tribute to the region and Mexico’s culinary history—crafted with pride, tradition, and a modern twist.”

“Founded in Costa Mesa by owner Rob Arellano in 2018, Descanso expanded in 2025 with the opening of its flagship Los Angeles location on Museum Mile.”


Founder Rob Arellano and Chef Jose Angulo continue with us in-studio.

Chef Andrew has debuted a new program to feed people in need without a lot of fuss. It’s called “Sharing the Table.” On Monday evenings at Calico Fish House in Huntington Beach Chef Andrew is providing free, high quality, healthy dinners to individuals and families in need.

“Tomat is an elevated neighborhood restaurant co-owned by Natalie Dial and Chef Harry Posner, who share a passion for community and delicious food. These spaces were designed to celebrate and serve Westchester and the greater Los Angeles area. From Tomat’s dining room to the rooftop terrace, 2nd floor private event space, and restaurant garden - their team is incredibly proud to welcome Guests into these dynamic and purposeful green spaces.” Chef Harry Posner is our guest to unwrap all that is Tomat Westchester.

The tradition of innovation and never standing pat at Hartley-Ostini Hitching Post Wines continues with the 2nd generation of Family involvement. Co-Founder Gray Hartley’s son, Winemaker Weston, had an idea to create a French-style Piquette wine using the byproduct of vinifying the Valdiguie grape. Piquette is a low-alcohol wine (7 per cent) made from the second pressings of grape pomace. The Hitching Post creation is pleasantly fizzy. One barrel (25 cases) was made as an experiment and wine devotees already give it high marks. Gray and Weston Hartley join us to pull the cork on their Fizzy Valdiguie Piquette.

“October is Melissa’s Freaky Fruit® month, highlighting the most exotic and intriguing of Mother Nature’s sweet bounty. A bit creepy to look at, but surprisingly delectable to eat, Freaky Fruit® is a must for the entire month leading up to a frightening finale on Halloween.
Eaten out-of-hand, or added to desserts, baked goods, and other recipes, pomegranates, passion fruit, cherimoya, blood oranges, Buddha’s hand, dragon fruit, finger limes, cactus pears, kiwano melon, and rambutan have the wow-factor to make any dish truly spooktacular.” The Prince of Freaky Fruits, our resident produce guru, Robert Schueller, joins us to peel all the deliciousness of Freaky Fruit® for Halloween entertaining.

“Tito’s Handmade Vodka and Tito’s Tacos are celebrating the eighth annual Tito’s Fiesta Mexicana on Saturday, October 4, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Culver City. A local tradition in the community, this event will raise critical funds for the Culver City Arts Foundation to support a wide range of art, culture, and local artists. At Tito’s Fiesta Mexicana, guests 21+ can sip on Tito’s Handmade Vodka cocktails while savoring Tito’s Tacos’ award-winning tacos, burritos, and flan. Alongside the mouthwatering cocktails and food, the celebration will feature five hours of live entertainment – headlined by world-class mariachi group, Mariachi Sol De Mexico de Jose Hernandez – folklórico dancers, and a traditional piñata station.” 2nd Generation Proprietor of Tito’s Tacos, Lynne Davidson, is our guest to preview all that is Tito’s Fiesta Mexicana.

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (located in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) provides another timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries.

Chef Andrew is just back from the vibrant and fast-growing Tulsa, OK where he was the Keynote Speaker for Women for Tulsa on “Food is Medicine.” We’ll hear about it.

“Tomat is an elevated neighborhood restaurant co-owned by Natalie Dial and Chef Harry Posner, who share a passion for community and delicious food. These spaces were designed to celebrate and serve Westchester and the greater Los Angeles area. From Tomat’s dining room to the rooftop terrace, 2nd floor private event space, and restaurant garden - their team is incredibly proud to welcome Guests into these dynamic and purposeful green spaces.” Chef Harry Posner is our guest to unwrap all that is Tomat Westchester.

The tradition of innovation and never standing pat at Hartley-Ostini Hitching Post Wines continues with the 2nd generation of Family involvement. Co-Founder Gray Hartley’s son, Winemaker Weston, had an idea to create a French-style Piquette wine using the byproduct of vinifying the Valdiguie grape. Piquette is a low-alcohol wine (7 per cent) made from the second pressings of grape pomace. The Hitching Post creation is pleasantly fizzy. One barrel (25 cases) was made as an experiment and wine devotees already give it high marks. Gray and Weston Hartley join us to pull the cork on their Fizzy Valdiguie Piquette.

“October is Melissa’s Freaky Fruit® month, highlighting the most exotic and intriguing of Mother Nature’s sweet bounty. A bit creepy to look at, but surprisingly delectable to eat, Freaky Fruit® is a must for the entire month leading up to a frightening finale on Halloween.
Eaten out-of-hand, or added to desserts, baked goods, and other recipes, pomegranates, passion fruit, cherimoya, blood oranges, Buddha’s hand, dragon fruit, finger limes, cactus pears, kiwano melon, and rambutan have the wow-factor to make any dish truly spooktacular.” The Prince of Freaky Fruits, our resident produce guru, Robert Schueller, joins us to peel all the deliciousness of Freaky Fruit® for Halloween entertaining.

“Tito’s Handmade Vodka and Tito’s Tacos are celebrating the eighth annual Tito’s Fiesta Mexicana on Saturday, October 4, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Culver City. A local tradition in the community, this event will raise critical funds for the Culver City Arts Foundation to support a wide range of art, culture, and local artists. At Tito’s Fiesta Mexicana, guests 21+ can sip on Tito’s Handmade Vodka cocktails while savoring Tito’s Tacos’ award-winning tacos, burritos, and flan. Alongside the mouthwatering cocktails and food, the celebration will feature five hours of live entertainment – headlined by world-class mariachi group, Mariachi Sol De Mexico de Jose Hernandez – folklórico dancers, and a traditional piñata station.” 2nd Generation Proprietor of Tito’s Tacos, Lynne Davidson, is our guest to preview all that is Tito’s Fiesta Mexicana.

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (located in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) provides another timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries.

Chef Andrew is just back from the vibrant and fast-growing Tulsa, OK where he was the Keynote Speaker for Women for Tulsa on “Food is Medicine.” We’ll hear about it.

All of this and heaping helpings of extra deliciousness on this week’s not-to-miss show!

“Tomat is an elevated neighborhood restaurant co-owned by Natalie Dial and Chef Harry Posner, who share a passion for community and delicious food. These spaces were designed to celebrate and serve Westchester and the greater Los Angeles area.”

“From Tomat’s dining room to the rooftop terrace, 2nd Floor private event space, and restaurant garden - their team is incredibly proud to welcome Guests into these dynamic and purposeful green spaces.” 

It’s all available Wednesday thru Sunday with daytime service being a limited-service, bakery café with standout coffee drinks and house-baked pastries, and then finer dining in the evenings with full service and a seasonally changing menu.

“With a fresh take on seasonal fare, Tomat is where to consider crisp, locally-grown vegetables with walnut beet dip, California welks with aioli, salmon with an herby tartar, and roasted potatoes with fenugreek. A craft cocktail on this Westchester rooftop garden with a view evokes calm and serenity.”

“Since 2020, Harry and Natalie (Tomat itself opened last year) have worked with Solis Gardens (formerly known as Urban Farms LA) to transform what was a disused parking lot into an operational garden that features seasonal vegetables, exotic fruit trees, and myriad herbs. By removing 4,000 square feet of concrete and remediating this land into an edible garden, the Tomat team aims to improve the ecological habitat of our native birds & insects and contribute to replenishing the water table underfoot.” 

Chef Harry Posner is our guest to unwrap all that is Tomat Westchester.

“Tomat is an elevated neighborhood restaurant co-owned by Natalie Dial and Chef Harry Posner, who share a passion for community and delicious food. These spaces were designed to celebrate and serve Westchester and the greater Los Angeles area.”

“From Tomat’s dining room to the rooftop terrace, 2nd Floor private event space, and restaurant garden - their team is incredibly proud to welcome Guests into these dynamic and purposeful green spaces.” 

It’s all available Wednesday thru Sunday with daytime service being a limited-service, bakery café with standout coffee drinks along with house-baked pastries, and then finer dining in the evenings with full service and a seasonally changing menu.

“With a fresh take on seasonal fare, Tomat is where to consider crisp, locally-grown vegetables with walnut beet dip, California welks with aioli, salmon with an herby tartar, and roasted potatoes with fenugreek. A craft cocktail on this Westchester rooftop garden with a view evokes calm and serenity.”

Chef Harry Posner remains as our guest continuing to unwrap all that is Tomat Westchester.