Show 268, April 7, 2018: Show Preview with Co-Host Andy Harris

Now an irresistible preview of this Saturday’s flavor-packed show. It’s not, with profuse apologies, for dieters. If we’re successful we will always leave you incredibly hungry and thirsty. In our case, upon careful reflection, that’s probably a pretty good thing… Keep in mind we’re here with you live every Saturday morning with a brand- new show.

Pic’s Really Good Peanut Butter from New Zealand recently orchestrated a fun Dessert Recipe Contest with area C-CAP (Careers through Culinary Arts) high school students. The winning recipe was created by Savannah Wilkinson and Katherine Gonzales who are Seniors at Rio Mesa High School in Oxnard. Savannah and Katherine are our guests along with C-CAP L.A’s Director, Lisa Fontanesi,

Orange County food fans know Nancy Luna as the Orange County Register’s long-time restaurant beat writer since 2005. Earlier in the year she moved on to the respected trade publication, Nation’s Restaurant News in the position of Senior Editor. Her new national beat is the restaurant industry’s largest and most talked about fast-food brands. We’ll meet her.

There are exciting, and tasty, culinary additions to the menu at Angel Stadium for the 2018 season. You can be sure a few new Japanese specialty items will be available at The Big A saluting player sensation Shohei Ohtani. Also, the Angels are part of the inaugural MLB FoodFest in New York City the Weekend of April 21st and 22nd. Executive Chef Robert Biebrich briefly escapes his busy kitchens to bring us up-to-date

For 3 plus years Farley Elliott has been the Senior Editor at the highly influential Eater LA, part of the 27 City Eater network. He is also the author of well-received Los Angeles Street Food: A History From Tamaleros to Taco Trucks with Foreword by Bill Esparza. Farley’s work appears nationally in the online, print, and digital video space, and you can follow him around the internet at @overoverunder. Farley joins us in-studio.

We’re encouraged to receive many thoughtful questions via Social Media and e-mail. Executive Producer Andy Harris will answer a few recent inquiries of the most general interest along with a major announcement of emeritus host Chef Jet’s Tila’s new Food TV adventure.

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

Show 268, April 7, 2018: Nancy Luna, Senior Editor, Nation’s Restaurant News

Nancy LunaOrange County food fans know Nancy Luna as the Orange County Register’s long-time restaurant beat writer since 2005. Earlier in the year she moved on to the respected trade publication, Nation’s Restaurant News in the position of Senior Editor. Her new national beat is the restaurant industry’s largest and most talked about fast-food brands including McDonald’s, Starbucks, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, KFC and Subway.

Luna is a graduate of Cal State Fullerton. When she’s not digging for news on her beat, you can find Nancy regaling her fans about her latest dining adventures on her Fast Food Maven social media channels. Follow her on Twitter @fastfoodmaven.

Nancy invites her followers to Subscribe to the daily e-newsletter from NRN.

We’ll meet her.

April 7: Pic’s Peanut Butter Recipe Contest Winners, Nancy Luna, Angels Baseball Food, Farley Elliott

Podcasts

Segment One: Show Preview with Co-Host Andy Harris
Segment Two: The Great USA Bake-Off with Pic’s Peanut Butter & C-CAP
Segment Three: Nancy Luna, Senior Editor, Nation’s Restaurant News
Segment Four: Executive Chef Robert Biebrich, Angel Stadium Part One
Segment Five: Executive Chef Robert Biebrich, Angel Stadium Part Two
Segment Six: Farley Elliott, Senior Editor, Eater LA Part One
Segment Seven: Farley Elliott, Senior Editor, Eater LA Part Two
Segment Eight: Co-host, Andy Harris, “Your Questions & Our Answers”

Now an irresistible preview of this Saturday’s flavor-packed show. It’s not, with profuse apologies, for dieters. If we’re successful we will always leave you incredibly hungry and thirsty. In our case, upon careful reflection, that’s probably a pretty good thing… Keep in mind we’re here with you live every Saturday morning with a brand new show.

Pic’s Really Good Peanut Butter from New Zealand recently orchestrated a fun Dessert Recipe Contest with area C-CAP (Careers through Culinary Arts) high school students. The winning recipe was created by Savannah Wilkinson and Katherine Gonzales who are Juniors at Rio Mesa High School in Oxnard. Savannah and Katherine are our guests along with C-CAP L.A’s Director, Lisa Fontanesi.

Orange County food fans know Nancy Luna as the Orange County Register’s long-time restaurant beat writer since 2005. Earlier in the year she moved on to the respected trade publication, Nation’s Restaurant News in the position of Senior Editor. Her new national beat is the restaurant industry’s largest and most talked about fast-food brands. We’ll meet her.

There are exciting, and tasty, culinary additions to the menu at Angel Stadium for the 2018 season. You can be sure a few new Japanese specialty items will be available at The Big A saluting player sensation Shohei Ohtani. Also The Angels are part of the inaugural MLB FoodFest in New York City the Weekend of April 21st and 22nd. Executive Chef Robert Biebrich briefly escapes his busy kitchens to bring us up-to-date.

For 3 plus years Farley Elliott has been the Senior Editor at the highly influential Eater LA, part of the 27 City Eater network. He is also the author of well-received Los Angeles Street Food: A History From Tamaleros to Taco Trucks with Foreword by Bill Esparza. Farley’s work appears nationally in the online, print, and digital video space, and you can follow him around the internet at @overoverunder. Farley joins us in-studio.

We’re encouraged to receive many thoughtful questions via Social Media and e-mail. Executive Producer Andy Harris will answer a few recent inquiries of the most general interest.

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

Savannah Wilkinson and Katherine Gonzales with their winning Panna Cotta recipe from Pic's Peanut ButterPic’s Really Good Peanut Butter from New Zealand recently orchestrated a fun Dessert Recipe Contest (The Great USA Bake-Off with Pic’s Peanut Butter & C-CAP) with area C-CAP (Careers through Culinary Arts) high school students. The rule simply was to create some delicious baked goods using Pic’s Peanut Butter. The recipe could be properly decadent or delightfully healthy.

The winning recipe for Panna Cotta with Meringue Crowns & Strawberry Coulis was created by Savannah Wilkinson and Katherine Gonzales who are Juniors at Rio Mesa High School in Oxnard. They also developed a 2nd recipe for the competition for Sweetheart Cookies.

C-CAP’s programs in the greater Los Angeles area provide underserved high school students with education and career opportunities through the culinary arts.

The winning team of Savannah and Katherine are our guests along with C-CAP L.A’s Director, Lisa Fontanesi.

Nancy LunaOrange County food fans know Nancy Luna as the Orange County Register’s long-time restaurant beat writer since 2005. Earlier in the year she moved on to the respected trade publication, Nation’s Restaurant News in the position of Senior Editor. Her new national beat is the restaurant industry’s largest and most talked about fast-food brands including McDonald’s, Starbucks, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, KFC and Subway.

Luna is a graduate of Cal State Fullerton. When she’s not digging for news on her beat, you can find Nancy regaling her fans about her latest dining adventures on her Fast Food Maven social media channels. Follow her on Twitter @fastfoodmaven.

We’ll meet her.

Robert BiebrichThere are exciting, and tasty, culinary additions to the menu at Angel Stadium for the 2018 season. You can be sure a few new Japanese specialty items will be available at The Big A saluting rookie player sensation Shohei Ohtani. Think Japanese Pork Katsu.

Also, the Angels are part of the inaugural MLB FoodFest in New York City the Weekend of April 21st and 22nd.

New Flavors at Angels Concession Stands

Change Up Kitchen

  • Feeding off the success of last season, the Change-Up Kitchen is inspired by Angels players and will offer unique rotational menus that change every month. The first menu for Opening Week is inspired by Shohei Ohtani:
  • Japanese Pork Katsu – Deep-fried pork cutlet breaded with panko breadcrumbs and served with steamed rice, Japanese brown curry, and pickled cucumber.
  • Location: Terrace Level Section 226

La Rotisserie

  • Santa Maria-Style Steak Sandwich– A brand new prime beef seasoned steak sandwich in a Santa Maria style rub and slow roasted on our rotisserie. Served on a baguette and topped with garlic herb butter and salsa roja.
  • Location: Field Level Section 113

New Corner Markets

  • Grocery store style locations to purchase salads, snacks, drinks, and more.
  • Location: Club Level Sections 305 and 342

Big Cheese

  • Meatball Grilled Cheese– Beef and pork meatballs simmered in a house made marinara sauce and topped with provolone and mozzarella cheeses, served on toasted thick sliced French loaf.
  • Cubano Grilled Cheese– Slow roasted pork and shaved artisan ham topped with sliced pickles, swiss cheese, creamy mustard, served on toasted thick sliced French loaf.
  • Location: Terrace Level Section 211

Smoke Ring Spud

  • Baked potato, chopped house smoked pulled pork, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, green onion, and fried onions.
  • Location: Smoke Ring BBQ Gate 1 on Field Level

Shrimp Aguachile

  • Spicy lime marinated shrimp, cucumber, onion, and tortilla chips.
  • Location: Section 259 Casa Modelo

Hugo’s Empanadas

  • House made empanadas with spiced ground beef and potato, flaky pastry crust alongside salsa chilena.
  • Location: Terrace Level Section 260 Casa Modelo

“The Mound”

  • A mound of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies served in a souvenir Angels helmet.
  • Location: Coffee Bean Kiosk near Home Plate Gate on Field Level

“Taste of The Stadium”

  • Unique concept pins are available at each specialty concessions location. With the purchase of each, fans will receive $5 off a $25 purchase at Angel Stadium Team Store location. After collecting all nine, fans will receive a special lanyard and team store pin.
  • Location: Throughout Angel Stadium.

Premium Services

  • The re-brand of the In-Seat Service experience is called RBI – “Restaurant Brought In-Seat”.
  • The focus will be on delivering restaurant quality fare to the seats, refining the classics, and featuring new items that include:
  • Fried Chicken Sandwich– buttermilk marinated chicken breast, mayo, bread and butter pickles, served on a toasted bun.
  • Pastrami Fries– house steamed pastrami, crispy fries, secret sauce, pickles, and cheddar sauce.
  • Grilled Bratwurst– caramelized onion, spicy mustard, served on a pretzel bun.

Saint Archer Brewing Co.

  • Sample Saint Archer’s wide portfolio of beers with a flight. Be the first to taste one of our rotating R&D taps and see what the Master Brewer is testing to release.
  • Saint Archer’s Tusk & Grain program hand selects the most sought-after barrels, and uses only the highest quality goods in the design and execution of their vision for these beers.
  • Best beer pairings deliver with amazing finger foods including:
  • Crispy Jidori Chicken Wings– Aleppo, chermoula, pomegranate molasses (dairy free, gluten free)
  • Steak Frites– flat-iron, crispy potatoes, red chimichurri and greens (dairy free)
  • Thai Shrimp Salad– mango puree, coconut milk, cucumber, Asian herbs, crispy shallot (dairy free, gluten free)

Diamond Club

  • Re-designed interior with a wine wall to showcase the vast selection of wines, and a TV wall to showcase all of the action at Angel Stadium and elsewhere.
  • Buffet with a new a la carte setup, serving select entrées all season.

Executive Chef Robert Biebrich escapes his busy kitchens to bring us up-to-date on all the good eats.

Farley ElliottFor 3 plus years food journalist Farley Elliott has been the Senior Editor at the highly influential Eater LA, part of the 27 City Eater network.

He is also the author of well-received Los Angeles Street Food: A History From Tamaleros to Taco Trucks with Foreword by Senor Bill Esparza.

Farley’s work appears nationally in the online, print, and digital video space, and you can follow him around the internet at @overoverunder.

Farley joins us in-studio.

Farley Elliott is the Senior Editor of Eater Los Angeles, a widely-followed digital publication that covers all things restaurant-related in Southern California and aims to break restaurant news. Since he joined Eater over 3-years ago the site has more than doubled in size.

He is also the author of the well-received book, Los Angeles Street Food: A History From Tamaleros to Taco Trucks, and has spent years chronicling the often fast-moving, make-or-break food scene in the city. He regularly appears on television, radio, and in print as one of the California’s foremost dining authorities.

Farley has written extensively for LA Weekly, Westways, KCET and SeriousEats.

For Eater LA Farley typically pens five articles a day, five days a week. He does not do “reviews.” He covers topics like breaking news (openings/closings), trend reports on the industry, significant issues including sexual assault, wage slavery and immigration. Farley also contributes features on the history and importance of restaurants in greater Southern California, from San Bernardino to San Luis Obispo to Orange County and beyond.

Andy Harris at the KLAA StudiosWe’re encouraged to receive many thoughtful questions via Social Media and e-mail. Executive Producer Andy Harris will answer a few recent inquiries of the most general interest.

We’re often asked why we’re so upbeat on the show. Fortunately that’s easily explained…

Podcasts

Segment One: Show Preview with Co-Host Andy Harris
Segment Two: The Great USA Bake-Off with Pic’s Peanut Butter & C-CAP
Segment Three: Nancy Luna, Senior Editor, Nation’s Restaurant News
Segment Four: Executive Chef Robert Biebrich, Angel Stadium Part One
Segment Five: Executive Chef Robert Biebrich, Angel Stadium Part Two
Segment Six: Farley Elliott, Senior Editor, Eater LA Part One
Segment Seven: Farley Elliott, Senior Editor, Eater LA Part Two
Segment Eight: Co-host, Andy Harris, “Your Questions & Our Answers”