SoCal Restaurant Show

“Susan Lanier-Graham is the publisher and editor-in-chief of Wander With Wonder, an online food, wine, and travel magazine. It was named one of the top four travel journalism websites of 2022 by SATW. Susan is also the managing editor of North Peoria Lifestyle, a print luxury lifestyle publication in Phoenix. Susan has been writing for the past 30 years. She is the author of more than 75...

“Susan Lanier-Graham is the publisher and editor-in-chief of Wander With Wonder, an online food, wine, and travel magazine. It was named one of the top four travel journalism websites of 2022 by SATW. Susan is also the managing editor of North Peoria Lifestyle, a print luxury lifestyle publication in Phoenix. Susan has been writing for the past 30 years. She is the author of more than 75...

“Susan Lanier-Graham is the publisher and editor-in-chief of Wander With Wonder, an online food, wine, and travel magazine. It was named one of the top four travel journalism websites of 2022 by SATW. Susan is also the managing editor of North Peoria Lifestyle, a print luxury lifestyle publication in Phoenix. Susan has been writing for the past 30 years. She is the author of more than 75...

“Pasta Armando is a high-quality imported Italian Pasta made from 100% Durum Wheat. The conventional pasta is 100% Italian durum wheat semolina and water, teflon died and slow-dried. The zero residue of pesticides and glyphosate premium line (including Chitarra) is bronze die cut. Armando’s pasta is made using only two ingredients processed according to a traditional method. The special taste stan...

“Farmhouse at Descanso Gardens, the new farm-to-table dining destination nestled within the botanical garden and living museum located in La Cañada Flintridge, launched on Friday, May 30, 2025. Developed in collaboration with Southern California’s renowned Chef Rich Mead, Farmhouse is open daily for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, offering an immersive, seasonal culinary experience in Descanso G...

“Pasta Armando is a high-quality imported Italian Pasta made from 100% Durum Wheat. The conventional pasta is 100% Italian durum wheat semolina and water, teflon died and slow-dried. The zero residue of pesticides and glyphosate premium line (including Chitarra) is bronze die cut. Armando’s pasta is made using only two ingredients processed according to a traditional method. The special taste stan...

“Pasta Armando is a high -quality Italian Pasta made from 100% Durum Wheat. The conventional pasta is 100% Italian durum wheat semolina and water, teflon died and slow-dried. The zero residue of pesticides and glyphosate premium line (including Chitarra) is bronze due cut Armando’s pasta is made using only two ingredients processed according to a traditional method. The special taste stands out fr...

“Pasta Armando is a high-quality Italian Pasta made from 100% Durum Wheat. The conventional pasta is 100% Italian durum wheat semolina and water, teflon died and slow-dried. Armando’s pasta is made using only two ingredients processed according to a traditional method. The special taste stands out from the crowd.” “Armando fosters strong relations with its farmers as they are an indispensable part...

“Renowned for its diverse terroirs and unique grape varietals, Portugal has emerged as a rising star in the global wine scene. Premiering in Los Angeles June 7th through 14th, the 2nd Annual Portuguese Wine Week offers an unparalleled opportunity for wine lovers to explore the depth and complexity of Portuguese wines right here in the heart of Hollywood and environs.” “Hosted by Diniz Cellars, imp...

“Farmhouse at Descanso Gardens, the new farm-to-table dining destination nestled within the botanical garden and living museum located in La Cañada Flintridge, launched on Friday, May 30, 2025. Developed in collaboration with Southern California’s renowned Chef Rich Mead, Farmhouse is open daily for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, offering an immersive, seasonal culinary experience in Descanso G...

“The Pacific Rim International Wine Competition was founded in 1985 by a group of winemakers, vintners and educators passionate about making great wines accessible to the public. The Pacific Rim Competition is held at the historic National Orange Show Fairgrounds in San Bernardino, California for two days. This year the competition dates were June 3rd & 4th.” “The goal at the Pacific Rim Wine...

“Farmhouse at Descanso Gardens is an innovative farm-to-table dining destination celebrating California’s boutique farms and locally sourced ingredients. Inspired by the vision of renowned chef Rich Mead, known for his deep ties to sustainably focused farmers and purveyors, this new restaurant offers a unique culinary experience set amidst the breathtaking natural beauty of Descanso Gardens. Adam...

Sugarcane oil is coming into commercial kitchens as a more sustainable alternative to seed oils. Chef Andrew explains the healthful implications. Talking about sustainable Chef Andrew talks up the Orange County marine biology students who are raising white seas bass, green abalone and Pismo clams to return them to the ocean.

“Food lovers are invited to savor the very best of the region as Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week returns from May 30 to June 8, 2025. Presented by Visit Greater Palm Springs, 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. Restaurant Week features special prix...

“Founded by sibling duo Chef Philip Pretty and Lauren Pretty, Olive & Rose in Long Beach is a culinary destination born from their shared passion for exceptional food and genuine hospitality. At Olive & Rose, located in a fully restored and renovated, low-rise classic 50’s motel, The Prettys reimagined the dining experience as a neo-bistro, where classic French techniques with a twist meet...

“Food lovers are invited to savor the very best of the region as Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week returns from May 30 to June 8, 2025. Presented by Visit Greater Palm Springs, 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. Restaurant Week features special prix...

“Food lovers are invited to savor the very best of the region as Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week returns from May 30 to June 8, 2025. Presented by Visit Greater Palm Springs, 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. Restaurant Week features special prix...

“Food lovers are invited to savor the very best of the region as Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week returns from May 30 to June 8, 2025. Presented by Visit Greater Palm Springs, 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. Restaurant Week features special prix...

“Founded by sibling duo Chef Philip Pretty and Lauren Pretty, Olive & Rose in Long Beach is a culinary destination born from their shared passion for exceptional food and genuine hospitality.” 

“At Olive & Rose, located in a fully restored and renovated, classic low-rise 50’s motel, The Prettys reimagined the dining experience as a neo-bistro, where classic French techniques with a twist...

“Founded by sibling duo of Chef Philip Pretty and Lauren Pretty, Olive & Rose in Long Beach is a culinary destination born from their shared passion for exceptional food and genuine hospitality.”

 “At Olive & Rose, located in a low rise, restored 50s motel, The Prettys reimagined the dining experience as a neo-bistro, where classic French techniques with a twist meet vibrant flavors that...

Just introduced from Melissa’s is a decadent line of premium, imported Italian gourmet dessert sauces in partnership with Fabbri. “Why settle for one when you can have the ultimate collection of Melissa’s Gourmet Dessert Sauces? Co-branded with the iconic Fabbri of Italy, this set is a masterclass in dessert refinement, bringing over a century of Italian craftsmanship to your kitchen. With all fiv...

It’s time for another seasonal update of “Best of the Season Fruits” with our resident produce expert, Robert Schueller (also known as The Prince of Produce) of Melissa’s. First we’re talking about Tree Ripen Mangoes. “The varieties of mangos available include Hadens, Kents, Manzanillos, Tommy Atkins, or Keitts. Tree-ripened mangos are seasonal and far superior when it comes to other varieties of...

Our beloved In-N-Out Burger (still amazingly Family-owned) is highly secretive about their operations and rarely makes menu changes. Recently announced is their pending move to eliminate artificial colors/food dyes in their shakes, pink lemonade and pickles and replace them with natural colors. Also cottonseed oil is being removed from their burger buns. Highly unusual move for them but truly sign...

“From the BBQ Hall of Famer and New York Times bestselling author of Meathead: The Science of Great Barbecue and Grilling comes The Meathead Method, a masterclass in the science and art of outdoor cooking. Meathead offers readers an informative, comprehensive, and fun guide to BBQ, grilling, and griddling, all backed by the latest culinary science. With more than 110 creative and no...

“Welcome to All’Antico Vinaio, the legendary Florentine sandwich shop. Since 1991, the Mazzanti family has been passionately running the three Florence locations of All’Antico Vinaio and has been drawing crowds of both Italians and tourists alike attracted by the exceptional ingredients and freshly baked Tuscan schiacciata bread. Considered one of the best street food experiences in the world, and...