SoCal Restaurant Show

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel the Founder of Big Parm (New Jersey-style pizza), Two Birds and the soon to launch, 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. This is a bit curious…The price of proteins has been on the rise yet the price of chicken breasts and wings ha...

We’re previewing the show with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris. It’s an abbreviated show on Saturday as we graciously move aside for UC Irvine Men’s Basketball at 11:00 a.m. Please do join us as usual at 10:00 a.m. The heartiest of congratulations to  Hatchet Hall  (Culver City) and  Yangban Society  (DTLA’s Arts District) on being inducted into the California  Michelin Guide  w...

“ Pyros Wines is the first world-class wine collection exclusively from Argentina’s unique Pedernal Valley ; its beauty, untamed nature, and diverse terroir was an inspiration to the late Mijndert Pon, the founder of Bodegas Salentein, when he visited in 2008. Head Winemaker Paula Gonzalez continues to honor the founder’s legacy and vision since starting at the winery in November 2019, using her t...

Robert Schueller  of  Melissa’s Produce  is our resident authority on all things fruits and vegetables. His knowledge is incredibly vast and Robert is also a serious home cook. We affectionately refer to Robert as “The Prince of Produce.” It fits… Robert is our guest to highlight the Winter season’s best in produce for use in inspired Holiday cooking. Think, for starters, Butterscot...

Robert Schueller  of  Melissa’s Produce  is our resident authority on all things fruits and vegetables. His knowledge is incredibly vast and Robert is also a serious home cook. We affectionately refer to Robert as “The Prince of Produce.” It fits… Robert continues as our guest highlighting the Winter season’s best in produce for use in inspired Holiday cooking. Think grown in Idaho Dutch Yellow Po...

Happy National Cookie Day which is Sunday, December 4th. Anne Marie Panoringan is Voice of OC ’s well-informed food columnist. She reports industry news, current events and trends. The column publishes every other Friday. Anne Marie also contributes regularly to Eater Los Angeles and Travel Costa Mesa . Anne Marie joins us in-studio for her regular bi-monthly visit to talk about her recent Mediter...

Anne Marie Panoringan  is  Voice of OC ’s well-informed food columnist. She reports industry news, current events and trends. The column publishes every other Friday. Anne Marie also contributes regularly to Eater Los Angeles and Travel Costa Mesa . Anne Marie joins us in-studio to talk about her recent Mediterranean cruise aboard Royal Caribbean ’s newest and largest cruise ship, Wonder...

Anne Marie Panoringan  is  Voice of OC ’s  well-informed food columnist. She reports industry news, current events and trends. The column publishes every other Friday Anne Marie continues with us in-studio to talk about her recent Mediterranean cruise aboard Royal Caribbean ’s newest and largest cruise ship,  Wonder of the Seas . Anne Marie also chats about her previe...

“ Yangban Society located in The Arts District of Downtown Los Angeles (in the previous home of Bon Temps Restaurant) draws inspiration from Korean flavors and influences with California ingredients. Together, Chef / Proprietors Katianna & John Hong craft dishes that reveal their distinct perspectives and upbringings as Korean Americans, as well as their nuanced culinary approach, refined from...

“ Yangban Society located in The Arts District of Downtown Los Angeles (in the previous home of Bon Temps) draws inspiration from Korean flavors and influences with California ingredients. Together, Chef / Proprietors Katianna & John Hong craft dishes that reveal their distinct perspectives and upbringings as Korean Americans, as well as their nuanced culinary approach, refined from their shar...

It’s holiday Latke Time at The Spielberg Family ’s (yes, the entertainment Spielberg Family) kosher diary restaurant, The Milky Way , located in the Pico / Robertson neighborhood of Los Angeles. “There will be candles, there will be dreidels – but most importantly there will be latkes! Often called “the best in Los Angeles”, people flock to The Milky Way for this Hanukkah necessity. Made fre...

Linda Kissam (Arizona and Seattle-based) is the immediate past President of the International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) , a by-invitation only group of credentialed travel journalists primarily based in North America. Last month Princess Cruises brought Linda to San Pedro to board their newest ship, Discovery Princess , to preview their new VIP amenity, 360: An Extraordinar...

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel the Founder of Big Parm (New Jersey-style pizza), Two Birds and the soon to launch, 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. What’s going on with Maine Lobster and having it available at Whole Foods ? Whole Foods has said that they are...

“Elegant man-about-town Paul Feig , the director of “Bridesmaids”, “Spy”, and “A Simple Favor” serves up a beautifully designed cocktail and lifestyle guide, Cocktail Time! – The Ultimate Guide to Grown-Up Fun , with hilarious stories from his life.” Paul is also the co-creator of Artingstall’s Brilliant London Dry Gin , a truly versatile gin fit for a starring role behind any bar and the ideal gi...

“Elegant man-about-town  Paul Feig , the director of “ Bridesmaids”, “Spy”, and “A Simple Favor”  serves up a beautifully designed cocktail and lifestyle guide, Cocktail Time! – The Ultimate Guide to Grown-Up Fun , with hilarious stories from his life.” Paul is also the co-creator of  Artingstall’s Brilliant London Dry Gin , a truly versatile gin fit for a starring ro...

“Elegant man-about-town  Paul Feig , the director of “ Bridesmaids”, “Spy”, and “A Simple Favor”  serves up a beautifully designed cocktail and lifestyle guide, Cocktail Time! – The Ultimate Guide to Grown-Up Fun , with hilarious stories from his life.” Paul is also the co-creator of  Artingstall’s Brilliant London Dry Gin , a truly versatile gin fit for a starring role behind any bar and the idea...

When we last spoke with Chefs Ross Pangilinan ( Terrace by Mix Mix ) and Nick Weber they had just debuted Populaire   at South Coast Plaza . They are also the official in-house caterers and oversee  Verdant , the café at the spectacular new  Orange County Museum of Art in the Segerstrom Center for the Arts campus in Costa Mesa. “OCMA’s café Verdant offers a fresh, innovative, plant-...

When we last spoke with Chefs Ross Pangilinan  ( Terrace by Mix Mix ) and Nick Weber they had just debuted Populaire   at South Coast Plaza . They are also the official in-house caterers and oversee  Verdant , the café at the spectacular new  Orange County Museum of Art in the Segerstrom Center for the Arts campus in Costa Mesa. “OCMA’s café Verdant offers a fresh, innovative,...

“ Sarah Simms Hendrix and Boo Simms are Lady & Larder . The enterprise is 100% lady-owned. They are both twin sisters and best friends. They grew up in the kitchen. Sarah’s and Boo’s little dream shop located in Santa Monica, California showcases American made cheese, charcuterie, beer and wine along with a curated assortment of seasonal accompaniments including locally grown flowers, fresh br...

“ Sarah Simms Hendrix and Boo Simms are Lady & Larder . The enterprise is 100% lady-owned. They are both twin sisters and best friends. They grew up in the kitchen. Sarah’s and Boo’s little dream shop located in Santa Monica, California showcases American made cheese, charcuterie, beer and wine along with a curated assortment of seasonal accompaniments including locally grown flowers, fresh br...

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel the Founder of Big Parm (New Jersey-style pizza), Two Birds and the soon to launch, 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. What’s the 411 on this newish 4 per cent surcharge you now see added on the checks of many fine-dining restaur...

“The mission of California’s Sterling Caviar is to produce the finest sustainable, California farmed white sturgeon and caviar roe in an environmentally responsible manner that respects the species, the environment, their communities, staff, and customers. They want their chefs to have a product that supports the current culture of transparency that consumers demand. Sterling contributes to resear...

“ Sterling Caviar , now the largest caviar producer in the United States, has an illustrious history going back to 1983 when Stolt Sea Farm started sturgeon production in Wilton, CA. In 1985, Sierra Aquafarms started operations in Elverta, CA (current site of Sterling Caviar), and soon became the pioneer in water recirculating technology. Soon, the two companies formed a joint venture and operated...

“ Sterling Caviar , now the largest caviar producer in the United States, has an illustrious history going back to 1983 when Stolt Sea Farm started sturgeon production in Wilton, CA. In 1985, Sierra Aquafarms started operations in Elverta, CA (current site of Sterling Caviar), and soon became the pioneer in water recirculating technology. Soon, the two companies formed a joint venture and operated...

Tara “Teaspoon” Bench ’s newest cookbook (and just in time for the Holidays) is Delicious Gatherings – Recipes to Celebrate Together . “Here is your invitation to step into the kitchen and create a meal worth remembering! Tara Teaspoon helps you impress guests and gather friends around your table with recipes for elevated everyday meals and special holidays, plus helpful tips and how-tos. This coo...