“Culinary Host and Restaurateur/Chef Neal Fraser and Event Producer Shelby Russell are presenting the inaugural Hollywood on the Coast Food & Wine set for Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the iconic Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows in Santa Monica.” Shelby Russell joins us with all the event’s mouthwatering details.

“Conceived as a premier, one-night-only strolling culinary celebration at the intersection of entertainment, culinary artistry, and philanthropy, Hollywood on the Coast Food & Wine will host 750 distinguished guests from across the entertainment industry and Los Angeles’ thriving food and beverage community. This exclusive gathering unites an influential mix of producers, studio executives, celebrities, tastemakers, and industry leaders for an extraordinary evening along the California coast. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of one of Southern California’s most coveted seaside destinations, the event will unfold in a vibrant, high-energy atmosphere where creativity, culture, and world-class cuisine take center stage.”

“Beyond its star power and culinary prestige, Hollywood on the Coast Food & Wine is grounded in purpose, with 100% of proceeds from the evening benefiting two of the entertainment industry’s most respected charitable organizations: Variety – The Children’s Charity of Southern California, which provides critical support and resources to children with special needs and their families, and the Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation, celebrating 90 years of supporting the motion picture community offering financial assistance and vital services to industry professionals in times of hardship. With deep-rooted connections to major film studios, both organizations play a vital role in supporting the people behind the entertainment industry making this event especially meaningful to the Hollywood community.”

“Conceived as a premier, one-night-only strolling culinary celebration at the intersection of entertainment, culinary artistry, and philanthropy, Hollywood on the Coast Food & Wine will host on Saturday, June 11th at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel in Santa Monica 750 distinguished guests from across the entertainment industry and Los Angeles’ thriving food and beverage community. This exclusive gathering unites an influential mix of producers, studio executives, celebrities, tastemakers, and industry leaders for an extraordinary evening along the California coast. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of one of Southern California’s most coveted seaside destinations, the event will unfold in a vibrant, high-energy atmosphere where creativity, culture, and world-class cuisine take center stage.”

Restaurateur Chef Dustin Trani of Trani’s Dockside Station, J. Trani’s Ristorante and Majestic in San Pedro is one of the participating chefs and we’ll meet him. He’s a fourth-generation chef celebrated for his coastal Italian-inspired cuisine and deep culinary roots in San Pedro, a notable seafood specialist. Chef Trani has been featured on Food Network and recognized by the Los Angeles Times for his standout contributions to Southern California dining. He’s also a graduate of the Culinary Careers Program (C-CAP.)

Coastline Pizzeria in Mission Viejo is far more ambitious than your typical neighborhood pizza joint. It’s an effort of brothers Jason Martin and Gabe Wood. Their tagline is “East Coast Inspired and West Coast Crafted.”

Rising above the pack they use no seed oils. The pizza dough is made in-house daily from scratch and allowed to properly rest and ferment. Their house-made mozzarella sticks, wings and fries are cooked in beef tallow to add extra flavor.

Coastline’s Bonfire Pizza won the best specialty pizza award earlier in the year at SoCal Pizza Week. It’s a 16-inch round pizza with pepperoni, creamy burrata, fresh basil and drizzled with house-prepared hot honey.

They also offer Detroit-style squares (10 X 14 inches.) The lunch sandwiches are served (Weekdays) on fresh, house-baked bread. (Think Pastrami Tsunami.)

Pizzaiolos Jason Martin and Gabe Wood (Brothers) take a break from their busy kitchen to join us in studio.

Coastline Pizzeria in Mission Viejo is far more ambitious than your typical neighborhood pizza joint. It’s an effort of brothers Jason Martin and Gabe Wood. Their tagline is “East Coast Inspired and West Coast Crafted.”

Rising above the pack they use no seed oils. The pizza dough is made in-house daily from scratch and allowed to properly rest and ferment. Coastline’s house-made mozzarella sticks, wings and fries are cooked in beef tallow to add extra flavor.

Coastline’s Bonfire Pizza won the best specialty pizza award earlier in the year at SoCal Pizza Week. It’s a 16-inch round pizza with pepperoni, creamy burrata, fresh basil and drizzled with house-prepared hot honey.

They also offer Detroit-style squares (10 X 14 inches.) The lunch sandwiches are served (Weekdays) on fresh, house-baked bread. (Think Pastrami Tsunami.)

Pizzaiolos Jason Martin and Gabe Wood (in-studio) take another break from their busy kitchen to stay with us.

It’s Summer Grilling Season and Chef Andrew recaps his newly published series from American Gravy of “Grilling Mistakes That Are Ruining Your Cookout.” Sound advice for Father’s Day.

“Thrifty® ice cream was launched in 1940 at a small dairy production facility in West Hollywood. Angelenos soon flocked to the flagship Thrifty Drug Store in downtown Los Angeles to sample ice cream from the soda fountain. The high-quality, small-batch ice cream even snagged awards from the L.A. County Fair. By the 1970s, Thrifty ice cream had attained cult status along the West Coast, with significant celebrity shoutouts.” With the bankruptcy and liquidation of Rite-Aid stores Thrifty Ice Cream came under motivated, new ownership about one-year ago. The new management group (with food product experience) has embarked on an expansion and revitalization of the iconic, 86-year old premium brand, while keeping the original recipes and signature flat-topped calendrical scoop style intact. Thrifty Ice Cream’s CEO, Dani Rothenberg, joins us to give us the real scoop.

“Hello, You’re Welcome is a (female-owned) neighborhood specialty café and bakery located in the heart of the playhouse district of Pasadena, CA, where neighbors and visitors gather for specialty coffees, teas, and baked goods. There is always something for all eaters- including gluten-free and vegan options. Featuring their famous breakfast biscuit Sammie to fuel your morning and sammies on house-baked bread for lunch. They prioritize clean ingredients and partner with responsible growers, roasters, and tea farms that embrace the same ethos of sustainable-regenerative growing practices!” Second generation co-proprietress, Gigi di Bernardo, joins us with her whisk at the ready.

“Hello, You’re Welcome is a (female-owned) neighborhood specialty café and bakery located in the heart of the playhouse district of Pasadena, CA, where neighbors and visitors gather for specialty coffees, teas, and baked goods. There is always something for all eaters- including gluten-free and vegan options. Featuring their famous breakfast biscuit Sammie to fuel your morning and sammies on house-baked bread for lunch. They prioritize clean ingredients and partner with responsible growers, roasters, and tea farms that embrace the same ethos of sustainable-regenerative growing practices!” Second generation co-proprietress, Gigi di Bernardo, joins us with her whisk at the ready.

“Food lovers are invited to savor the very best of the region as Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week returns from May 29 to June 7, 2026. Presented by Agua Caliente Casinos, this highly anticipated ten-day event celebrates the area’s culinary scene, welcoming both locals and visitors to explore outstanding dining experiences across the Coachella Valley.” Davis Meyer, Vice President of Government and Industry Relations for Visit Greater Palm Springs, joins us with all the enticing specifics.

“Enjoy a slice of paradise at Waters Café at Agua Caliente Resort Rancho Mirage, a participating restaurant in Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week. This bright, comfortable eatery has a beautiful outdoor patio overlooking the pool at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage. Executive Chef Juan Morales has developed an exquisite menu for an unforgettable dining experience. It’s classic comfort food with a California twist.” For Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week Waters Café is featuring a $45, 3-course prix fixe Dinner menu. Entrée options are Pan-Seared Sea Scallops or Oven -Roasted Chicken Breast. Agua Caliente Resort Casino Rancho Mirage’s Executive Chef, Juan Morales, takes a break from his busy kitchens to join us.

For our concluding segment at 11:45 a.m. 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. What is bromated flour and why are New York bagel bakers and pizzaiolos concerned about pending legislation that might make it an illegal ingredient. Chef Andrew explains.

“Thrifty® ice cream was launched in 1940 at a small dairy production facility in West Hollywood. Angelenos soon flocked to the flagship Thrifty Drug Store in downtown Los Angeles to sample ice cream from the soda fountain. The high-quality, small-batch ice cream even snagged awards from the L.A. County Fair. By the 1970s, Thrifty ice cream had attained cult status along the West Coast, with significant celebrity shoutouts.” With the bankruptcy and liquidation of Rite-Aid stores Thrifty Ice Cream came under motivated, new ownership about one-year ago. The new management group (with food product experience) has embarked on an expansion and revitalization of the iconic, 86-year old premium brand, while keeping the original recipes and signature flat-topped calendrical scoop style intact. Thrifty Ice Cream’s CEO, Dani Rothenberg, joins us to give us the real scoop.

“Hello, You’re Welcome is a (female-owned) neighborhood specialty café and bakery located in the heart of the playhouse district of Pasadena, CA, where neighbors and visitors gather for specialty coffees, teas, and baked goods. There is always something for all eaters- including gluten-free and vegan options. Featuring their famous breakfast biscuit Sammie to fuel your morning and sammies on house-baked bread for lunch. They prioritize clean ingredients and partner with responsible growers, roasters, and tea farms that embrace the same ethos of sustainable-regenerative growing practices!” Second generation co-proprietress, Gigi di Bernardo, joins us with her whisk at the ready.

“Food lovers are invited to savor the very best of the region as Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week returns from May 29 to June 7, 2026. Presented by Agua Caliente Casinos, this highly anticipated ten-day event celebrates the area’s culinary scene, welcoming both locals and visitors to explore outstanding dining experiences across the Coachella Valley.” Davis Meyer, Vice President of Government and Industry Relations for Visit Greater Palm Springs, joins us with all the enticing specifics.

“Enjoy a slice of paradise at Waters Café at Agua Caliente Resort Rancho Mirage, a participating restaurant in Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week. This bright, comfortable eatery has a beautiful outdoor patio overlooking the pool at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage. Executive Chef Juan Morales has developed an exquisite menu for an unforgettable dining experience. It’s classic comfort food with a California twist.” For Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week Waters Café is featuring a $45, 3-course prix fixe Dinner menu. Entrée options are Pan-Seared Sea Scallops or Oven -Roasted Chicken Breast. Agua Caliente Resort Casino Rancho Mirage’s Executive Chef, Juan Morales, takes a break from his busy kitchens to join us.

For our concluding segment at 11:45 a.m. 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. What is bromated flour and why are New York bagel bakers and pizzaiolos concerned about pending legislation that might make it an illegal ingredient. Chef Andrew explains.

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

“Thrifty® ice cream was launched in 1940 at a small factory in West Hollywood. Angelenos soon flocked to the flagship Thrifty Drug Store in downtown Los Angeles to sample ice cream from the soda fountain. The high-quality, small-batch ice cream even snagged awards from the L.A. County Fair. By the 1970s, Thrifty ice cream had attained cult status along the West Coast, with significant celebrity shoutouts.”

“More than 86 years after its launch, Thrifty ice cream’s commitment to quality has never wavered. They still use the same recipe with fresh milk from local dairies. And when it comes to quality, no step is too much, like mixing in real fruit or freshly baked cookies. Even their Belgian chocolate is chipped from a locally mixed premium batch. To date, Thrifty ice cream ice cream has won over 1,600 gold medals in global dairy competitions.”

With the bankruptcy and liquidation of Rite-Aid stores Thrifty Ice Cream came under new, motivated ownership about one-year ago. The new management (with food product experience) has embarked on an ambitious expansion and revitalization of the iconic, 86-year old premium brand, while keeping the original recipes and signature, flat-topped calendrical scoop style intact.

Single-serve cups of 3 varieties of Thrifty Ice Cream (with a handy spoon under the lid) are available at all the Corner Market locations at Angel Stadium.

The instantly recognizable Thrifty Ice Cream cylindrical scoop (formed from heavy-duty, industrial-grade stainless steel) is available via the Thrifty website.

Thrifty Ice Cream’s CEO, Dani Rothenberg, joins us to give us the real scoop.

“Thrifty® ice cream was launched in 1940 at a small factory in West Hollywood. Angelenos soon flocked to the flagship Thrifty Drug Store in downtown Los Angeles to sample ice cream from the soda fountain. The high-quality, small-batch ice cream even snagged awards from the L.A. County Fair. By the 1970s, Thrifty ice cream had attained cult status along the West Coast, with significant celebrity shoutouts.”

“More than 86 years after its launch, Thrifty ice cream’s commitment to quality has never wavered. They still use the same recipe with fresh milk from local dairies. And when it comes to quality, no step is too much, like mixing in real fruit or freshly baked cookies. Even their Belgian chocolate is chipped from a locally mixed premium batch. To date, Thrifty ice cream ice cream has won over 1,600 gold medals in global dairy competitions.”

With the bankruptcy and liquidation of Rite-Aid stores Thrifty Ice Cream came under new ownership about one-year ago. The new, motivated ownership (with food product experience) has embarked on an expansion and revitalization of the iconic, 86-year old premium brand, while keeping the original recipes and signature, flat-topped calendrical scoop style intact.

Single-serve cups of 3 varieties of Thrifty Ice Cream (with a handy spoon under the lid) are available at all the Corner Market locations at Angel Stadium.

The instantly recognizable Thrifty Ice Cream cylindrical scoop (formed from heavy-duty, industrial stainless steel) is available for purchase via the Thrifty website.

Thrifty Ice Cream’s CEO, Dani Rotheberg, continues with us.