Happy Halloween. Only treats from us today.
“Charlie E. Scott, III is a veteran Craft Service professional with over 26 years in the Motion Picture industry and a proud member of Local 80. As the owner of Classy Craft Service, he has consistently been an example of what on-set hospitality can be, by elevating standards with precision, creativity, and unmatched professionalism.
Known for seamlessly balancing production demands, budgets, and top-tier service, Charlie has become the go to for productions both large and small. Whether it’s serving a cast and crew of 125 or coordinating craft services for more than 1,000 background artists, his attention to detail and dedication to excellence consistently sets the bar for the industry.” Charlie Scott III joins us.
“Our guest, Daniel Shemtob, is a Chef, Restaurateur, and Entrepreneur living in Los Angeles. Daniel Shemtob’s success is fueled by deep-seated passion, eccentric creativity and love for community. Being raised to value hard work & intentional effort has helped him get to where he is today. Despite skipping college and foregoing studying at any of the world’s most renowned culinary institutions, Daniel’s success has never been hindered by a lack of traditional education. From food trucks, fast casual restaurants, to fine dining, all styles of catering and his work wear footwear brand… Daniel has no shortage of entrepreneurial ventures under his belt these days. His career has propelled him into two Food Network show wins, and multiple accolades that have helped further his vision into the world.”
“The Bartolotta Restaurants is a nationally recognized restaurant and catering organization co-founded by Chef Paul Bartolotta and his late brother, Joe Bartolotta. Chef Paul Bartolotta is a two-time James Beard Award-winning chef in two separate regions, Midwest and Southwest, winning in both 1994 and 2009. In addition, Chef Paul Bartolotta has six James Beard Award nominations including Best Chef Midwest in 1993, Best New Restaurant in Las Vegas in 2005, Outstanding Restaurateur USA alongside his brother in 2017, 2018, 2019, and a finalist for Outstanding Restaurateur USA in 2020.” Our guest is Chef Paul Bartolotta.
Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (located in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) now joins us with his timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries. Today Chef Andrew talks about an important new seafood documentary that he is interviewed in and quite excited about.
All of this and heaping helpings of extra deliciousness on this week’s not-to-miss show!
“Charlie E. Scott, III is a veteran Craft Service professional with over 26 years in the Motion Picture industry and a proud member of Local 80. As the owner of Classy Craft Service, he has consistently been an example of what on-set hospitality can be, by elevating standards with precision, creativity, and unmatched professionalism.”
“Known for seamlessly balancing production demands, budgets, and top-tier service, Charlie has become the go to for productions both large and small. Whether its serving a cast and crew of 125 or coordinating craft services for more than 1,000 background artists, his attention to detail and dedication to excellence consistently sets the bar for the industry.”
Among his recent major credits are “Michael” and an Adam Sandler feature.
Our guest, Daniel Shemtob, is a Chef, Restaurateur, and Entrepreneur living in Los Angeles.
“Daniel Shemtob’s success is fueled by deep-seated passion, eccentric creativity and love for community. Being raised to value hard work & intentional effort has helped him get to where he is today. Despite skipping college and foregoing studying at any of the world’s most renowned culinary institutions, Daniel’s success has never been hindered by a lack of traditional education. From food trucks, fast casual restaurants, to fine dining, all styles of catering and his work wear footwear brand… Daniel has no shortage of entrepreneurial ventures under his belt these days. His career has propelled him into two Food Network show wins, and multiple accolades that have helped further his vision into the world.”
“Snibbs is a hospitality-focused footwear brand built for chefs, restaurant teams, and professionals who spend long hours on their feet. Designed with a balance of comfort, durability, and performance, Snibbs combines functional innovation with modern style to support the fast-paced demands of the hospitality industry. Trusted by chefs and teams nationwide, the brand was created to help hospitality professionals feel better, move better, and perform at their best every day.”
“Four-time nominated and two-time James Beard award-winning Chef Paul Bartolotta is the co-founder and owner of The Bartolotta Restaurants, the premier restaurant group in the Greater Milwaukee region. An internationally celebrated chef and restaurateur, Chef Bartolotta has brought his culinary talent and vision to kitchens all over the world – from Italy to Paris to New York to Las Vegas – for more than 30 years.” Chef Paul Bartolotta joins us.
“With an education and training steeped in tradition and authenticity, Chef Bartolotta’s culinary skills have earned him numerous accolades from the James Beard Foundation, Michelin Guide, New York Times and others. His passion for creating authentic experiences continues to inspire the growth of the company that he and his late brother, Joe, launched in 1993. Their achievements have earned them national recognition, with a nomination by the James Beard Foundation for Outstanding Restaurateur four years in a row – 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020.”
“The Bartolotta Restaurants is a nationally recognized restaurant and catering organization co-founded by Chef Paul Bartolotta and his late brother, Joe Bartolotta. Chef Paul Bartolotta is a two-time James Beard Award-winning chef in two separate regions, Midwest and Southwest, winning in both 1994 and 2009. In addition, Chef Paul Bartolotta has six James Beard Award nominations including Best Chef Midwest in 1993, Best New Restaurant in Las Vegas in 2005, Outstanding Restaurateur USA alongside his brother in 2017, 2018, 2019, and finalist for Outstanding Restaurateur USA in 2020. We continue our conversation with Chef Paul.”
“Since the opening of its flagship restaurant, Ristorante Bartolotta dal 1993, The Bartolotta Restaurants group has grown to become the premier culinary brand in the Greater Milwaukee region, offering first class service and cuisine across a portfolio of 18 one-of- a-kind restaurants and catering facilities, including fine dining, upscale casual, food halls, executive dining, quick-casual, and airport concepts.”
“High Stakes by Bartolotta, Chef Paul’s latest, is a European-inspired steakhouse that marks Chef Paul Bartolotta’s return to downtown Milwaukee and brings together the experiences and influences that have shaped his career, from Milwaukee and Chicago to Europe and Las Vegas. Guests can expect exceptional steaks and seafood, highly sourced ingredients, tableside presentations, and the signature hospitality of The Bartolotta Restaurants. Designed by Jay Franke, the restaurant pairs Art Deco glamour with a rich, intimate atmosphere, featuring dramatic finishes, antique mirrors, and thoughtful details throughout. Within High Stakes by Bartolotta, Peacock Lounge brings another layer to the experience with its striking Peacock Blue bar, cocktails, music, and lively energy.”
Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (located in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) now joins us with his timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries.
Today Chef Andrew talks about an important new seafood documentary he is proudly included in.
Andrew Gruel’s Family Cookbook is available with signed copies at his Calico Fish House on Pacific Coast Highway in Sunset Beach.