SoCal Restaurant Show

“ Cheferbly , an innovative new private dining reservation platform for private chefs and caterers, has launched in Southern California. Founded last November by Orange County native Kevin Kim , the web-based platform is designed to democratize and demystify private dining while simultaneously propelling private chefs and caterers into the spotlight.” “Cheferbly’s mission is to provide a space tha...

“ Cheferbly , an innovative new private dining reservation platform for private chefs and caterers, has launched in Southern California. Founded last November by Orange County native Kevin Kim , the web-based platform is designed to democratize and demystify private dining while simultaneously propelling private chefs and caterers into the spotlight.” “Cheferbly’s mission is to provide a space tha...

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel , the menu-maker behind the recently launched, full-service Calico Fish House (on E. Pacific Coast Highway in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) and also the founder of Big Parm (New Jersey-style pizza) in the Mess Hall in Tustin provides another timely and informative “ Ask the Chef ” segment where Chef Andrew responds to listeners thoughtful inquiries. How do yo...

We’re previewing the show with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris. “ Jonathan Rosenson is the knowledgeable and personable Owner and Creative Director for Coquelicot Organic Estate Vineyards in Solvang (vineyard) with their Tasting Room in Los Olivos . He’s also a seasoned restaurateur and hotelier. He is a level 2 sommelier, currently director of hospitality for a collection of boutique...

Jonathan Rosenson  is the knowledgeable and personable Owner and Creative Director for Coquelicot Organic Estate Vineyards in Solvang (vineyard) with their Tasting Room in Los Olivos . He’s also a seasoned restaurateur and hotelier. “Jonathan Rosenson, a level 2 sommelier, currently is director of hospitality for a collection of boutique hotels consisting of the Mirabelle Inn , Solvang, CA, C...

Jonathan Rosenson  is the knowledgeable and personable Owner and Creative Director for Coquelicot Organic Estate Vineyards in Solvang (vineyard) with their Tasting Room in Los Olivos . He’s also a seasoned restaurateur and hotelier. “Jonathan Rosenson, a level 2 sommelier, currently is director of hospitality for a collection of boutique hotels consisting of the Mirabelle Inn , Solvang, CA, C...

“Late last December Saltie Girl , the beloved Boston destination for pristine and sustainable seafood, opened a Los Angeles location on Sunset Boulevard in the heart of West Hollywood. Inspired by founder Kathy Sidell’s East Coast upbringing and a serendipitous meal at a wine bar in Barcelona, Saltie Girl reimagines the experience of classic seafood restaurants with a modern approach that reveals...

“Late last December Saltie Girl , the beloved Boston destination for pristine and sustainable seafood, opened a Los Angeles location on Sunset Boulevard in the heart of West Hollywood. Inspired by founder Kathy Sidell’s East Coast upbringing and a serendipitous meal at a wine bar in Barcelona, Saltie Girl reimagines the experience of classic seafood restaurants with a modern approach that reveals...

The year anniversary of Las Vegas-based food and entertainment journalist  Al Mancini ’s ambitious Neon Feast dining app is on the horizon. Lots of new features have been added to the updated app. “Available now on app stores for both Apple and Android ( as well as on Neon Feast’s website ), Neon Feast solves the “where to eat” dilemma for both visitors and locals with listings curated...

The year anniversary of Las Vegas-based food and entertainment journalist  Al Mancini ’s ambitious Neon Feast dining app is on the horizon. Lots of new features have been added to the updated app. “Available now on app stores for both Apple and Android ( as well as on Neon Feast’s website ), Neon Feast solves the “where to eat” dilemma for both visitors and locals with listings curated...

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel , the menu-maker behind the recently launched, full-service Calico Fish House (in Huntington Beach) and also the founder of Big Parm (New Jersey-style pizza) in the Mess Hall in Tustin provides another timely and informative “ Ask the Chef ” segment where Chef Andrew responds to listeners thoughtful inquiries. Why is there a shortage of California-grown and harvested fres...

Chef Rich Mead is the proprietor of Farmhouse at Rogers Gardens in Corona del Mar. Chef Rich’s seasonal menus feature ingredients sourced from local and sustainably focused farmers and purveyors. Sunday Brunch in the Gardens is a celebratory Orange County tradition. Farmhouse will also be a participating restaurant in the upcoming Orange County Restaurant Week set for March 5th to 11th. Chef Rich...

Chef Rich Mead is the proprietor of Farmhouse at Rogers Gardens in Corona del Mar. Chef Rich’s seasonal menus feature ingredients sourced from local and sustainably focused farmers and purveyors. Sunday Brunch in the Garden is a now a celebratory Orange County tradition. Chef Rich Mead takes a break from his regular Saturday morning sourcing trip at the Santa Monica Farmers Market to join us. “Dur...

“The Santa Ynez Valley’s creative culinary culture has long been at the heart of its wine country experience, but its wide range of flavors are never more accessible than during Santa Ynez Valley Restaurant Weeks.” “ Restaurant Weeks has returned for the 13th consecutive year, January 16-31, once again showcasing the region’s culinary bounty — and the perfect Santa Ynez Valley wines to pair with i...

“The city-wide 2nd annual Long Beach Black Restaurant Week will take place January 22-29, 2023. Long Beach Black Restaurant Week will be an avenue to bring everyone to the table, from all walks of life, to showcase the city’s diverse Black food scene. Organized by Long Beach Food & Beverage , a California registered 501(c)3 non-profit, Long Black Restaurant Week is an eight day, city-wid...

“The city-wide 2nd annual Long Beach Black Restaurant Week will take place January 22-29, 2023. Long Beach Black Restaurant Week will be an avenue to bring everyone to the table, from all walks of life, to showcase the city’s diverse Black food scene. Organized by Long Beach Food & Beverage , a California registered 501(c)3 non-profit, Long Black Restaurant Week is an eight day, city-wid...

We’re delighted to welcome food journalist Farley Elliott back to the show. Farley is the Senior Editor of the widely read Eater LA , covering the daily restaurant news beat in Los Angeles, Orange County and environs. He’s also the author of Los Angeles Street Food: A History From Tamaleros to Taco Trucks , a book about the long, winding saga of street food in Los Angeles. Find him all over...

We’re delighted to welcome food journalist Farley Elliott back to the show and he continues with us. Farley is the Senior Editor of the widely read Eater LA , covering the daily restaurant news beat in Los Angeles, Orange County and environs. He’s also the author of Los Angeles Street Food: A History From Tamaleros to Taco Trucks , a book about the long, winding saga of street food in Los An...

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel the Founder of Big Parm (New Jersey-style pizza), Two Birds and the and the just soft-opened, full-service Calico Fish House (in Huntington Beach) provides another timely and informative “ Ask the Chef ” segment where Chef Andrew responds to listeners thoughtful inquiries. Locally caught California Halibut is now in season. Chef Andrew provides a salivating overview. What...

“The city-wide 2nd annual  Long Beach Black Restaurant Week  will take place January 22-29, 2023. Long Beach Black Restaurant Week will be an avenue to bring everyone to the table, from all walks of life, to showcase the city’s diverse Black food scene. Organized by  Long Beach Food & Beverage , a California registered 501(c)3 non-profit, Long Black Restaurant Week is an eight day, city-...

“The city-wide 2nd annual Long Beach Black Restaurant Week will take place January 22-29, 2023. Long Beach Black Restaurant Week will be an avenue to bring everyone to the table, from all walks of life, to showcase the city’s diverse Black food scene. Organized by Long Beach Food & Beverage , a California registered 501(c)3 non-profit, Long Black Restaurant Week is an eight day, cit...

“ Brianne Grajkowski’s Cooking with Kids – Fun, Easy, Approachable Recipes to help Teach Kids How to Cook is, perhaps, the ultimate kids’ cookbook for parents to get their children involved in the kitchen. This must-have book features 101 fun, approachable, carefully chosen and easy recipes that will teach kids how to cook simple dishes and drinks for every meal of the day. From smoothies and savo...

L.A.’s favorite Peruvian chef, Chef Ricardo Zarate ( Causita ) is now in Hollywood (in the former Los Balcones space on Vine Street) with the Colibri Peruvian Cantina Pop-Up . “It’s his sophisticated take on rustic Peruvian cuisine highlighting how it balances the opposites of hot and cold, acid and starch, and bright, colorful spices and flavors with mellower ones. Peru’s culinary heritage is inc...

L.A.’s favorite Peruvian chef, Chef Ricardo Zarate ( Causita ) is now in Hollywood (in the former Los Balcones space on Vine Street) with the Colibri Peruvian Cantina Pop-Up . “It’s his sophisticated take on rustic Peruvian cuisine highlighting how it balances the opposites of hot and cold, acid and starch, and bright, colorful spices and flavors with mellower ones. Peru’s culinary heritage is inc...

Our always on-the-go Social Media and Website Guru, Adam Bell , gets around town and has his eyes out seeking good food. He was fortunate enough to be invited to the premier party in Hollywood for HBO MAX ’s Season Two of the acclaimed series, “ The White Lotus.” Adam enjoyed the festivities (almost as good as a stay in Sicily) but as a foodie in good-standing what made the biggest impression with...