Show 322, May 4, 2019: Show Preview with Co-Host Andy Harris

Now an enticing preview of Saturday’s mouthwatering 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, and upon careful reflection, that’s probably a pretty good thing… As always, we greatly appreciate you being a part of our loyal listening audience.

The 13th Annual Vegas Uncork’d is back on The Strip in Vegas on May 10th, 11th & 12th. A standout event for Uncork’d the night of May 11th is “A Smokin’ Good Time with Susan Feniger” at Border Grill at Mandalay Bay. Chef Susan joins us with a tempting preview.

Food journalist Steve Dolinsky, ABC 7 TV’s “Hungry Hound” in Chicago, is the recipient of an impressive 13 James Beard Foundation Awards for journalistic excellence. The James Beard Foundation Awards Gala is in Chicago at the Lyric Opera on Monday evening, May 6th. Steve will preview the 2019 James Beard Foundation Awards Gala and what it means to Chicago to again host such a prestigious event.

The award-winning creators of the travel inspired cooking blog, Husbands That Cook, Ryan Alvarez and Adam Merrin, have written their first cookbook: Husbands That Cook: More Than 120 Irresistible Vegetarian Recipes And Tales From Our Tiny Kitchen. We’ll meet the unusual duo with a healthy sense of humor.

Vegas Unstripped, By Locals 2019 – 2nd Helping is an evening celebration of local independent Las Vegas culinary talent presenting unique tastes of their personal expressions. The location in The Las Vegas Arts District adjacent to Downtown. Participant Chef Marc Marrone (Graffiti Italian & Graffiti Bao) is our guide.

The 2nd Annual LA Chef Conference on May 20th in Santa Monica at ArcLight Cinemas and the Gourmandise School is part of the month-long Los Angeles Times Food Bowl. It features a veritable “who’s who” of notable culinary talent. The Conference is the main hospitality industry event of The Food Bowl featuring expert panels, restaurant business workshops and cooking demos. Representing the LA Chef Conference is Chef Josiah Citrin (Openaire at The Line Hotel & Charcoal Venice) who is performing a cooking demonstration there in support of his just released cookbook, CHARCOAL: New Ways to Cook with Fire.

The Flavor of LA food and beverage festival returns for a third “Sunday Fun Day” on May 19th from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the historic CBS Studio Center lot in Studio City. The Festival benefits the North Hollywood High School Music Department. Original participating Chef Ted Hopson of The Bellwether joins us to dish up the scrumptious details. Tickets are available here. Use discount code: socal19 for $25-off the cost of one all-inclusive $75 ticket.

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

May 4: Vegas Uncork’d, Vegas Unstripped, James Beard Awards Preview, Husbands That Cook, LA Chef Conference, Flavor of LA

Podcasts

Segment One: Show Preview with Co-Host Andy Harris
Segment Two: Socalo’s & Border Grill’s Chef / Partner Susan Feniger
Segment Three: Chicago Food Journalist Steve Dolinsky (ABC 7’s “Hungry Hound”)
Segment Four: Authors Ryan Alvarez and Adam Merrin – Husbands That Cook Part One
Segment Five: Authors Ryan Alvarez and Adam Merrin – Husbands That Cook Part Two
Segment Six: Las Vegas’ Chef Marc Marrone – Vegas Unstripped, By Locals 2019
Segment Seven: Chef Josiah Citrin – Openaire at The Line Hotel, Charcoal Venice and Dear John’s
Segment Eight: The Bellwether’s Chef / Proprietor Ted Hopson – Flavor of LA

Now an enticing preview of this Saturday’s mouthwatering 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, and upon careful reflection, that’s probably a pretty good thing… As always, we greatly appreciate you being a part of our loyal listening audience.

The 13th Annual Vegas Uncork’d is back on The Strip in Vegas on May 10th, 11th & 12th. A standout event for Uncork’d the night of May 11th is “A Smokin’ Good Time with Susan Feniger” at Border Grill at Mandalay Bay. Chef Susan joins us with a tempting preview.

Food journalist Steve Dolinsky, ABC 7 TV’s “Hungry Hound” in Chicago, is the recipient of an impressive 13 James Beard Foundation Awards for journalistic excellence. The James Beard Foundation Awards Gala is in Chicago at the Lyric Opera on Monday evening, May 6th. Steve will preview the 2019 James Beard Foundation Awards Gala and what it means to Chicago to again host such a prestigious event.

The award-winning creators of the travel inspired cooking blog, Husbands That Cook, Ryan Alvarez and Adam Merrin, have written their first cookbook : Husbands That Cook : More Than 120 Irresistible Vegetarian Recipes And Tales From Our Tiny Kitchen. We’ll meet the unusual duo.

Vegas Unstripped, By Locals 2019 – 2nd Helping is an evening celebration of local independent Las Vegas culinary talent presenting unique tastes of their personal expressions. The location in The Las Vegas Arts District adjacent to Downtown. Chef Marc Marrone (Graffiti Italian & Graffiti Bao) is our guide.

The 2nd Annual LA Chef Conference on May 20th in Santa Monica at ArcLight Cinemas and the Gourmandise School is part of the month-long Los Angeles Times Food Bowl. It features a veritable “who’s who” of notable culinary talent. The Conference is the main hospitality industry event of The Food Bowl featuring expert panels, restaurant business workshops and cooking demos. Our guests are Sherry Yard (iPic Entertainment’s Chief Operating Office) who is moderating an industry Panel and Chef Josiah Citrin (Openaire at The Line Hotel & Charcoal Venice) who is performing a cooking demonstration.

The Flavor of LA food and beverage festival returns for a third “Sunday Fun Day” on May 19th from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the historic CBS Studio Center lot in Studio City. The Festival benefits the North Hollywood High School Music Department. Original participating Chef Ted Hopson of The Bellwether joins us to dish up the scrumptious details.

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

The 13th Annual Vegas Uncork’d is back on The Strip in Vegas on May 10th, 11th & 12th. A standout event for Uncork’d the night of May 11th is A Smokin’ Good Time with Susan Feniger” at Border Grill at Mandalay Bay.

“Border Grill’s Co-Founder Susan Feniger and Executive Chef Mike Minor are bringing the heat at an epic BBQ party with a Mexican twist. Join the Border Grill chefs, Andy Baraghani of Bon Appetit, and host Whembley Sewell, Executive Editor of them, for a smokin’ good time on the outdoor patio of Border Grill at Mandalay Bay as variety of meats, plant-based proteins, and veggies get smoked, grilled, and slow-cooked to perfection at interactive stations.”

“Guests will experience a mouthwatering feast of mesquite pulled pork tortas, fried chicken tacos, slow-smoked Texas-style brisket, spare ribs, house-smoked tofu with habanero BBQ sauce, Impossible sliders, all the fixins’ and much more. Also, the famous burnt ends burrito from BBQ Mexicana, a new quick service eatery from Chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger at Mandalay Bay Resort.”

“Top it all off with local craft beer pairings from CraftHaus brewery, barrel-aged cocktails, smoked spirits, fire pits, and live music by The All-Togethers.”

Chef Susan joins us with a tempting preview.

Steve Dolinsky and Andreew GruelFood journalist Steve Dolinsky, ABC 7 TV’s “Hungry Hound” in Chicago, is the recipient of an impressive 13 James Beard Foundation Awards for journalistic excellence. The James Beard Foundation Awards Gala is in Chicago at the Lyric Opera on Monday evening, May 6th.

Steve will preview the 2019 James Beard Foundation Awards Gala and what it means to Chicago to again host such a prestigious event.

“In 2014, Chicago chef/restaurateur Rick Bayless and I launched The Feed Podcast, covering the world of food from our professional perspectives. Every show is full of different segments, some from Chicago and others from far-flung places around the world we both travel to. In its first year, the show won a Beard Award for Best Podcast. More recently, I’ve begun curating and leading highly specialized culinary experiences, including international tours. In 2018, I wrote my first book, “Pizza City USA: 101 Reasons Why Chicago is America’s Greatest Pizza Town,” which led to the launch of Pizza City USA Tours and a companion podcast, “Pizza City,” where I talk to some of the greatest pizza makers in the world.”

Ryan Alvarez and Adam Merrin are the Husbands That CookThe award-winning creators of the travel inspired cooking blog, Husbands That Cook, Ryan Alvarez and Adam Merrin, have written their first cookbook: Husbands That Cook: More Than 120 Irresistible Vegetarian Recipes And Tales From Our Tiny Kitchen.

“Cooking has always been a central part of Adam and Ryan’s relationship. From their tiny kitchen in Eagle Rock, CA, these inventive husbands are whipping up dishes inspired by their world travels and that represent significant moments in their love story.”

“With Husbands That Cook, home cooks can create fresh and savory dishes that Ryan and Adam have long been perfecting. Featuring brand new unreleased recipes, and a few of the most beloved favorites from the blog, the book is complete with stunning photos of each dish, travels around the world, and vignettes from their lives written with their trademark spunk and enthusiasm for life.”

We’ll meet the unusual duo.

“Food has always been a key ingredient in Ryan Alvarez and Adam Merrin’s relationship—and this cookbook offers a unique glimpse into their lives beyond their California kitchen. From their signature Coconut Curry with Chickpeas and Cauliflower, which was inspired by their first date at a shopping mall food court, to the Communication Breakdown Carrot Cake (which speaks for itself), these and other recipes reflect the husbands’ marriage in all its flavor and variety.”

“Written with the same endearing, can-do spirit of their blog, the husbands present more than 120 brand-new recipes—plus some greatest hits from the site—that yield delicious results every time. Each entry in Husbands That Cook is a reminder of how simple and satisfying vegetarian meal-making can be, from hearty main dishes and sides to healthy snacks and decadent desserts and drinks. Ryan and Adam also outline common pantry items and everyday tools you’ll need to fully stock your kitchen.”

“Whether you’re cooking for one or feeding the whole family, this book is chock-full of great creative recipes for every day of the week, all year long.”

Marc MarroneVegas Unstripped, By Locals 2019 – 2nd Helping is an evening celebration of local, independent Las Vegas culinary talent presenting unique tastes of their personal expressions. The location in The Las Vegas Arts District adjacent to Downtown.

Each Chef is challenged to create and serve two distinctive dishes. One from their restaurant’s regular menu and a second that is an exclusive creation for Vegas Unstripped.

Beverages provided by Velveteen Rabbit, Jammyland, The Golden Tiki, Herbs & Rye, Sand Dollar Lounge, Starboard Tack, Vesta Coffee Roasters and Harney & Sons Tea.

Chef Marc Marrone (Graffiti Italian & Graffiti Bao) is our guide.

Josiah CitrinThe 2nd Annual LA Chef Conference on May 20th in Santa Monica at ArcLight Cinemas and the Gourmandise School is part of the month-long Los Angeles Times Food Bowl. It features a veritable “who’s who” of notable culinary talent. The Conference is the main hospitality industry event of The Food Bowl featuring expert panels, restaurant business workshops and celebrity chef cooking demos.

Our guests are Sherry Yard (iPic Entertainment’s Chief Operating Officer) who is moderating an industry Panel (Serving Up Change: Making next level impact in our Community and beyond) and Chef Josiah Citrin (Openaire at The Line Hotel & Charcoal Venice) who is performing a cooking demonstration in support of his new cookbook, CHARCOAL: New Ways to Cook with Fire.

Ann Marie Verdi and Ted Hopson of the BellwetherThe Flavor of LA food and beverage festival returns for a third “Sunday Fun Day” on May 19th from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the historic CBS Studio Center lot in Studio City. The Festival benefits the North Hollywood High School Music Department.

“Enjoy gourmet eats and drinks from over 70 notable restaurants, bakeries, and ice cream shops, along with craft brews, wine, shochu, sake, and cocktails. Booths will be lined up at the cross streets of My Three Sons and Gunsmoke. CBS Studio Center has been home to 100’s of iconic TV shows, including SeinfeldWill & Grace, That 70s Show, and Gilligan’s Island. This food and drink festival is the ultimate block party!”

“Along with past participants such as Boneyard Bistro, The Bellwether, Firefly, Barrel & Ashes, Uncle Paulie’s Deli, MacLeod Ale, The Local Peasant, and The Front Yardexciting newcomers include: Petit Trois, Los Balcones Studio City, Mister O’s, Bluebird Brasserie, Mendocino Farms, The Crack Shack, Kreation Organics, The Pie Hole, Fatamorgana Gelato, Tao VineyardsHorchateria Rio Luna, and The Glen Centre’s Bistro Jolie and Jayde’s Market.”

The $75 all-inclusive ticket price includes an all-you-can-eat extravaganza of food, drink, and free parking!

Original participating Chef Ted Hopson of The Bellwether joins us to dish up the scrumptious details.

Podcasts

Segment One: Show Preview with Co-Host Andy Harris
Segment Two: Socalo’s & Border Grill’s Chef / Partner Susan Feniger
Segment Three: Chicago Food Journalist Steve Dolinsky (ABC 7’s “Hungry Hound”)
Segment Four: Authors Ryan Alvarez and Adam Merrin – Husbands That Cook Part One
Segment Five: Authors Ryan Alvarez and Adam Merrin – Husbands That Cook Part Two
Segment Six: Las Vegas’ Chef Marc Marrone – Vegas Unstripped, By Locals 2019
Segment Seven: Chef Josiah Citrin – Openaire at The Line Hotel, Charcoal Venice and Dear John’s
Segment Eight: The Bellwether’s Chef / Proprietor Ted Hopson – Flavor of LA