May 21: Cafe Andreini, CANstruction Long Beach: Pet Edition, Amar Santana

Podcasts

Segment One: Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris
Segment Two: Restaurateur Denise Andreini, Café Andreini, Arroyo Grande, CA Part One
Segment Three: Restaurateur Denise Andreini, Café Andreini, Arroyo Grande, CA Part Two
Segment Four: CANstruction Long Beach:Pet Edition with Organizer Terri Henry and Steven Peterson of P2S Inc. Part One
Segment Five: CANstruction Long Beach:Pet Edition with Organizer Terri Henry and Steven Peterson of P2S Inc. Part Two
Segment Six: Chef Amar Santana of Vaca and Broadway previewing “O.C. Chefs: The Next Generation” Benefit Part One
Segment Seven: Chef Amar Santana of Vaca and Broadway previewing “O.C. Chefs: The Next Generation” Benefit Part Two
Segment Eight: “Ask the Chef” with Co-host Chef Andrew Gruel of the Slapfish Restaurant Group

We’re previewing the show with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris.

In the Village of Arroyo Grande in San Luis Obispo County the place for the best coffee (locally roasted) and full breakfast (since 1996) is the locals’ favorite, Cafe Andreini. This was Arroyo Grande’s first coffee house. Proprietress Denise Andreini was born and raised in Arroyo Grande and graduated from Cal Poly San Louis Obispo. She returned to Arroyo Grande after a time in the Bay Area to raise her Family. Café Andreini is known for their abundant breakfast burritos, open-faced sandwiches, avocado toast, acai bowls and lots more. Open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. with extended hours to 4:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Founder Denise Andreini joins us with a freshly brewed Americano in hand.

“The annual CANstruction Long Beach is always one of the most visually stunning demonstrations of talent and creativity that architect and engineering firms participate in annually to help eliminate human hunger in the Long Beach community, and CANstruction is now excited to add a “Pet Edition” this year. The inaugural CANstruction Long Beach: Pet Edition benefiting Sparky & the Gang animal rescue organization will be held at Trademark Brewing June 17 to 26, 2022. June 17th being “build day” starting at 7am being “build day” starting at 7am, a team from P2S Inc. Engineering will have twelve hours to design and build a unique structure made entirely out of canned dog food. The structure may be built up to 10’ x 10’ x 10’ and will be comprised of 1,500-2000 cans. The theme is “CANines Rule!”, and the team may depict one of our canine friends in any way they want.” Organizer Terri Henry of Terri Henry Marketing and Steve Peterson of P2S Inc. join us with all the details of CANstruction Long Beach: Pet Edition.

“Come celebrate the 55th anniversary of South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa with an extraordinary evening of dining bliss supporting Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP) – Los Angeles. The celebratory evening begins in South Coast Plaza’s Penthouse with a reception of anniversary cocktails crafted by Vaca Group beverage director Michael Rooney and Knife Pleat’s sommelier Victor Moreno, and a wine bar hosted by Whispering Angel. Taste passed appetizers by four of SCP’s outstanding chefs: Ross Pangilinan (TERRACE by Mix Mix), James Hamamori (Hamamori Restaurant & Sushi Bar), John Park (Tableau), and Nick Weber (Populaire). Guests then enjoy a curated, four-course dinner paired with premium wines, created by C-CAP alum chef Amar Santana (Vaca and Broadway by Amar Santana) and Michelin-starred chef Tony Esnault (Knife Pleat.)” Chef Amar Santana joins us with all the tasty details.

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel of the Slapfish Restaurant Group provides another timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where Chef Andrew responds to listeners thoughtful inquiries. On Thursday, May 21stChef Andrew was the co-headlining chef for Outstanding in the Field’s 5-course, sustainable seafood, wine-paired dinner on the Huntington Beach Pier as part of the Los Angeles Times Food Bowl. The distinguished culinary team cooked for a sold-out crowd of 225 discriminating guests all seated on one long table. Chef Andrew shares the details of the unusual experience.

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

Denise Andreini of Cafe Andreini

In the Village of Arroyo Grande in San Luis Obispo County the place for the best coffee (locally roasted) and full breakfast (since 1996) is the locals’ favorite, Cafe Andreini. This was Arroyo Grande’s first coffee house. Proprietress Denise Andreini was born and raised in Arroyo Grande and graduated from Cal Poly San Louis Obispo. She returned to Arroyo Grande after a time in the Bay Area to raise her Family.

Café Andreini is known for their abundant breakfast burritos, open-faced sandwiches, avocado toast, acai bowls and lots more. They serve local beer and wine on tap as well as Kombucha. Open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. with extended hours to 4:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

“Café Andreini prides itself on being part of the amazing community that is Arroyo Grande, and realizes that coffee isn’t just about a great cup of coffee but it’s about community. That’s why they have partnered with some stellar local businesses, to bring guests the freshest menu items. Giving back to the community goes beyond good food and wine. Over the many years Café Andreini has donated and participated in fundraisers with local charities, schools and businesses.”

Founder Denise Andreini joins us with an Americano in hand.

Steven Peterson of P2S Inc

“The annual CANstruction Long Beach is always one of the most visually stunning demonstrations of talent and creativity that architect and engineering firms participate in annually to help eliminate human hunger in the Long Beach community, and CANstruction is now excited to add a “Pet Edition” this year.”

“The inaugural CANstruction Long Beach: Pet Edition benefiting Sparky & the Gang animal rescue organization will be held at Trademark Brewing June 17 to 26, 2022. June 17th being “build day” starting at 7am being “build day” starting at 7am, a team from P2S Inc. Engineering will have twelve hours to design and build a unique structure made entirely out of canned dog food. The structure may be built up to 10’ x 10’ x 10’ and will be comprised of 1,500-2000 cans. The theme is “CANines Rule!”, and the team may depict one of our canine friends in any way they want.”

Trademark Brewing is located at 233 E. Anaheim Street, Long Beach.

“The completed structure will be on display to the public June 17 to 26 during Trademark Brewing regular business hours. Visitors are encouraged to bring cans of dog food when viewing the structure as additional donations.”

Terri Henry of Dine LBC and Terri Henry Marketing

“”Sparky & the Gang is excited to be the beneficiary of the inaugural Pet Edition of CANstruction Long Beach”, said Sherri Stankewitz, Executive Director at Sparky & the Gang. “This unique event brings awareness to our continuing work to find homes for the rescued dogs we care for, low cost spay and neuter services from Fix Long Beach Pets, and perhaps find forever homes for some of the dogs following the event.”

“”We’ve spent months designing our structure and are allowed only 12 hours to meticulously stack and color-coordinate the cans into our design”, added Steven Peterson of P2S Inc. “Being a dog lover myself, the ultimate donation of hundreds of cans of dog food to Sparky & the Gang makes it all worthwhile to our team.”

Organizer Terri Henry of Terri Henry Marketing and Steve Peterson of P2S Inc. join us with all the details of CANstruction Long Beach: Pet Edition.

Amar Santana at the Finale of Top Chef

“Come celebrate the 55th anniversary of South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa with an extraordinary evening of dining bliss supporting Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP) – Los Angeles.”

“The celebratory evening begins in South Coast Plaza’s Penthouse with a reception of anniversary cocktails crafted by Vaca Group beverage director Michael Rooney and Knife Pleat’s sommelier Victor Moreno, and a wine bar hosted by Whispering Angel. Taste passed appetizers by four of SCP’s outstanding chefs: Ross Pangilinan (TERRACE by Mix Mix), James Hamamori (Hamamori Restaurant & Sushi Bar), John Park (Tableau), and Nick Weber (Populaire).

“Guests then enjoy a curated, four-course dinner paired with premium wines, created by C-CAP alum chef Amar Santana (Vaca and Broadway by Amar Santana) and Michelin-starred chef Tony Esnault (Knife Pleat.)”

“The evening concludes with an exciting silent and live auction led by Matthew Allnatt, Jonathan Club’s COO and General Manager. Seating is limited; all-inclusive tickets begin at $475 (valet parking, reception, dinner, beverages, gift bag).”

Chef Amar Santana is our guest. “Chef Amar is one of C-CAP’s most compelling success stories. He owns with business partner Ahmed Labbate, part of the South Coast Plaza collection of distinguished restaurants. The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) grad and former protégé of chef and restaurateur Charlie Palmer was runner-up (by a nose) in Season 13 of Bravo’s “Top Chef” and returned in Season 18 as an all-star judge.”

Andy Harris and Andrew Gruel at Cabana 14 at the Cove at Pechanga Resort and Casino

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel of the Slapfish Restaurant Group provides another timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where Chef Andrew responds to listeners thoughtful inquiries.

On Thursday, May 21st Chef Andrew was the co-headlining chef for Outstanding in the Field’s 5-course, sustainable seafood, wine-paired dinner on the Huntington Beach Pier as part of the Los Angeles Times Food Bowl. This was postponed from last year after the nearby pipeline oil spill.

The distinguished culinary team (including Chef Chris Tompkins of Malibu’s Broad Street Oyster Co.) cooked for a sold-out crowd of 225 discriminating guests all seated together on one long table. Chef Andrew shares the details of the unusual experience.

Podcasts

Segment One: Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris
Segment Two: Restaurateur Denise Andreini, Café Andreini, Arroyo Grande, CA Part One
Segment Three: Restaurateur Denise Andreini, Café Andreini, Arroyo Grande, CA Part Two
Segment Four: CANstruction Long Beach:Pet Edition with Organizer Terri Henry and Steven Peterson of P2S Inc. Part One
Segment Five: CANstruction Long Beach:Pet Edition with Organizer Terri Henry and Steven Peterson of P2S Inc. Part Two
Segment Six: Chef Amar Santana of Vaca and Broadway previewing “O.C. Chefs: The Next Generation” Benefit Part One
Segment Seven: Chef Amar Santana of Vaca and Broadway previewing “O.C. Chefs: The Next Generation” Benefit Part Two
Segment Eight: “Ask the Chef” with Co-host Chef Andrew Gruel of the Slapfish Restaurant Group

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