Podcasts
Segment One: Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris
Segment Two: Anne Marie Panoringan, Voice of OC’s Food Columnist Part One
Segment Three: Anne Marie Panoringan, Voice of OC’s Food Columnist Part Two
Segment Four: Donato Poto, Co-Proprietor, Providence Restaurant, Hollywood
Segment Five: Chef Andrew Gruel, Co-Host & Slapfish Restaurant Group
Segment Six: Chef Nick Shipp of The Upper West, Santa Monica
Segment Seven: Tara Lazar, Founder, Foundation 10 Creative, Palm Springs Part One
Segment Eight: Tara Lazar, Founder, Foundation 10 Creative, Palm Springs Part Two
Happy Father’s Day to all the wonderful Dads out there.
Corporate Chef Marco Zapien of Melissa’s is conducting an exciting Virtual Cooking Class on Friday evening, June 26th @ 5:00 p.m. with all the proceeds going to the Illumination Foundation. He’s demonstrating the preparation of Melissa’s Baby Dutch Yellow Potato & Shrimp Paquet. We’re in the Melissa’s kitchen with Chef Marco.
Anne Marie Panoringan is Voice of OC’s well-informed food columnist. She reports industry news, current events and trends. Panoringan’s prior efforts includes writing about food for 8 years at the OC Weekly in which she interviewed more than 330 chefs, restauranteurs and industry professionals for her weekly “On the Line” column. Anne Marie’s work has been recognized by the Orange County Press Club. Since dine-in is now back in Orange County Anne Marie has been making the rounds to observe the “new normal” in dining. She joins us to share how OC restaurants are adapting while creatively surmounting numerous obstacles.
For 15 years, Providence in Hollywood has elevated the standard of modern American seafood restaurants with exemplary service. Newly reopened for dine-in guests can again experience Chef Michael Cimarusti’s award-winning cuisine in the heart of Los Angeles, welcomed by one of L.A.’s legendary hosts, co-owner Donato Poto. Restaurateur Donato Poto is with us to reminisce, celebrate the 15th Anniversary and look to the future.
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. Chef Andrew is updating us on the impact of the Covid-19 crisis in the hospitality field and what we, as diners, can do to support the very survival of restaurants. Dine-in is slowly starting to come back but with a lot of new rules. Alternately take-out/delivery when you can surely helps… It’s Father’s Day so as a proud Dad, Chef Andrew has some thoughts on taking care of Dad on his special day. Bet there are some handy Father’s Day cooking tips along the way, too. We’ll, of course, “Ask the Chef.”
Locally owned and operated, The Upper West opened its doors in 2010 and not long after its arrival on Pico Boulevard in Santa Monica has emerged as a consistent local favorite. Upper West’s ever-changing menu draws inspiration from around the world while maintaining eclectic flavors of Chef Nick Shipp’s very own. We pull Chef Nick away from his newly reopened kitchen for a chat.
Palm Springs resident Tara Lazar is the Founder of Foundation 10 Creative, a prominent, and growing, hospitality group in Palm Springs. Over the past decade, Tara has created a small empire of iconic restaurants in the ever-growing travel destination of Palm Springs. Under the F10 family is the prominent brunch hotspot Cheeky’s, the handsomely appointed modern steakhouse Mr. Lyons and their classic cocktail hideaway Seymour’s, a lively and al fresco Italian eatery Birba, and the sleek and serene 34-room boutique hotel, Alcazar. Tara joins us to talk about the reopening of all the distinctive properties.
All of this and heaping helpings of extra deliciousness (with proper Social Distancing) on this week’s not-to-miss show!
Anne Marie Panoringan is Voice of OC’s well-informed food columnist She adroitly reports industry news, current events and trends. Panoringan’s prior work includes writing about food for 8 years at the OC Weekly in which she interviewed more than 330 chefs, restauranteurs and industry professionals for her weekly “On the Line column.” She has been recognized by the Orange County Press Club.”
Since dine-in is back in Orange County Anne Marie has been making the rounds to observe the “new normal” in dining. She joins us to share how OC restaurants are adapting including Bosscat Kitchen & Libations in Newport Beach.
For 15 years, Providence in Hollywood has elevated the standard of modern American seafood restaurants with exemplary service. Newly reopened for dine-in you can again experience Chef Michael Cimarusti’s award-winning cuisine in the heart of Los Angeles, welcomed by one of L.A.’s legendary hosts, co-owner Donato Poto.
“Chef Cimarusti is completely dedicated to procuring the finest sustainable seafood—from regional coasts and international waters—and treats those ingredients with uncompromising respect and sophisticated technique. “First and foremost, what guides us here is sustainability,” Cimarusti says. “We use only wild-caught, sustainable products, mostly from American waters, and look to highlight their finest qualities.””
Restaurateur Donato Poto is with us to reminisce, celebrate the 15th Anniversary and look to the future.
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. Chef Andrew is updating us on the impact of the Covid-19 crisis in the hospitality field and what we, as diners, can do to support the very survival of restaurants. Dine-in is slowly starting to come back but with a lot of new rules. Alternately Take-Out / Delivery when you can surely helps…
It’s Father’s Day so as a proud Dad, Chef Andrew has some thoughts on taking care of Dad on his special day. Bet there are some inspiring Father’s Day cooking tips along the way, too. We’ll, of course, “Ask the Chef.”
Locally owned and operated, The Upper West opened its doors in 2010 and not long after its arrival on Pico Boulevard in Santa Monica has emerged as a consistent local favorite. Upper West’s ever-changing menu draws inspiration from around the world while maintaining eclectic flavors of Chef Nick Shipp’s very own.
“Our dinner menu (currently served Tuesday through Sunday from 3:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.) is always evolving and includes ingredients sourced locally from the Santa Monica Farmers Market as well as local farmers such as Weiser Farms, Niman Ranch, Jimenez Family Farm and Harry’s Berries. Our chef, Nick Shipp, has been described by food critics as a “mad scientist, where no two dining experiences are ever alike.”
“Our wall decor changes regularly, as we host one local artist for each season of the year.”
Dine-in has returned at The Upper West. Happy Hour is back, too, with beverages only served Tuesday through Sunday from 5 to 7:00 p.m.
Curbside To-Go continues to be available, too. Menu selections include Food for 2, Family-style Dinners, Large & Small Plates, sandwiches, desserts and libations.
We entice Chef Nick away from his newly reopened kitchen for a chat.
Palm Springs resident Tara Lazar is the Founder of Foundation 10 Creative, a prominent, and growing, hospitality group in Palm Springs.
Over the past decade, Tara has created a small empire of iconic restaurants in the ever-growing travel destination of Palm Springs.
Under the F10 family is the locals’ favorite breakfast, lunch and brunch hotspot Cheeky’s, the handsomely appointed modern steakhouse Mr. Lyons and their classic cocktail hideaway Seymour’s, a lively and al fresco Italian eatery Birba and the sleek and serene 34-room boutique hotel, Alcazar.
Initially started as a personal project to entertain and serve friends, F10 Creative has grown into a tight-knit network of some of the best food and beverage offerings in town, and continues to opportunistically expand.
Tara is a Palm Springs native, and after spending time traveling, sampling flavors around the world, she returned home to build Cheeky’s as the first establishment in the F10 line. Tara has been hands-on in every step of the way for each property, from creating the menu and cooking on the line, to designing the atmosphere and touching tables nightly. She now employs almost 200 residents of Palm Springs, and has been an influential voice across staffing, sourcing and serving in the hospitality industry.
Tara joins us to talk about the reopening of all her Palm Springs properties.
Podcasts
Segment One: Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris
Segment Two: Anne Marie Panoringan, Voice of OC’s Food Columnist Part One
Segment Three: Anne Marie Panoringan, Voice of OC’s Food Columnist Part Two
Segment Four: Donato Poto, Co-Proprietor, Providence Restaurant, Hollywood
Segment Five: Chef Andrew Gruel, Co-Host & Slapfish Restaurant Group
Segment Six: Chef Nick Shipp of The Upper West, Santa Monica
Segment Seven: Tara Lazar, Founder, Foundation 10 Creative, Palm Springs Part One
Segment Eight: Tara Lazar, Founder, Foundation 10 Creative, Palm Springs Part Two
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