Show 635, July 12, 2025: Show Introduction with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris

Posted on July 14, 2025 by Adam Bell

“GAME ON and It’s time to roll the dice, stack the Jenga blocks, and climb the Chutes & Ladders of hope at the Concern Foundation 50th Annual Block Party! Hollywood’s premier outdoor food, beverage, and entertainment extravaganza, transforms the backlot of Paramount Studios Hollywood into the ultimate life-sized game board on Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM. This year marks the golden milestone of 50 incredible years of giving cancer the checkmate, as over 4,000 guests will be treated to a Trivial Pursuit of flavor featuring tastings from over 90 top-tier restaurants, spirits, craft cocktails, wineries, and breweries all while raising critical funds for cancer research! Concern Foundation’s mission is clear, to ensure that every dollar raised is used to identify the cause of and eventual cure for this devastating disease.” Derek Alpert, the President of the Concern Foundation for Cancer Research joins us with a preview of the 50th Annual Block Party.

Dulan’s on Crenshaw Soul Food Restaurant and Lawry’s the Prime Rib are participating restaurants in Concern Foundation’s 50th Annual Block Party at Paramount Studios Hollywood on Saturday, July 19th. Each establishment is generously donating their respective tastes (and service) to provide 1,500 portions. Greg Dulan of Dulan’s and Ryan Wilson of Lawry’s The Prime Rib join us previewing their standout tastes for the 50th Block Party.

“Chef Betty Fraser and Denise DeCarlo, co-owners of Hollywood’s Hidden House (formerly the Los Angeles-based, award-winning restaurant Grub) and Grub Gals Catering, have created a niche for themselves in a highly competitive field. Their unique sense of style, inventive menus, attention to detail and a never-ending commitment to their guests and community has set them apart in a crowded culinary field. Betty gained national prominence as a standout Cheftestant on Season Two of Bravo’s hit show, “Top Chef,” has been a judge on “MasterChef Junior” and “Man vs. Child,” is frequently seen on the Hallmark Channel show “Home and Family” and is an in-demand guest chef at cooking events throughout the nation. Denise has competed on ABC’s “The Taste” and The Food Network’s “Cutthroat Kitchen.” Together the duo has appeared numerous times on local television stations sharing their recipes and techniques for home audiences.” Chef Betty Fraser is our guest providing an overview of Grub Gals Catering.

aPizza Doho in Dana Point serves artisan New Haven-style pizza.

It’s operated by hospitality industry veterans with years of experience in smoothly running the front-of-the-house as well as inspiring culinary creativity in the kitchen. The theme of aPizza Doho is “Where Great Pizza, Great People, and a Great Place come together!” “They start with an aged biga and allow the dough to ferment for 24 hours. Top that with California organic tomatoes and imported Italian cheeses help create aPizza Doho.” The partners in aPizza Doho are veteran restaurateur Marcos Costas (born and raised on the East Coast), Executive Chef Christopher Christian (a distinguished alum of Fox Restaurant Concepts in Arizona) and his nephew, Pizzaiolo Anthony Christian.”

Chef and Restaurateur Christopher Christian pauses stretching the dough rounds to join us.

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (located in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) provides another timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries. The massive spending and budget cut bill passed by Congress and signed on July 4th includes a provision for “No Tax on Tips.” Chef Andrew unbuckles the fine print therein. There is a lot to explain.

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

Show 635, July 12, 2025: Concern Foundation’s 50th Annual Block Party with Restaurateurs Greg Dulan (Dulan’s on Crenshaw) and Ryan Wilson (Lawry’s)

Posted on July 14, 2025 by Adam Bell

Greg Dulan of Dulan's on Crenshaw Soul Food

Dulan’s on Crenshaw Soul Food Restaurant and Lawry’s the Prime Rib in Beverly Hills are participating restaurants in Concern Foundation’s 50^th Annual Block Party at Paramount Studios Hollywood on Saturday evening, July 19^th. Each establishment is generously donating their respective tastes (and service) to provide 1,500 portions. Greg Dulan of Dulan’s and Ryan Wilson of Lawry’s The Prime Rib join us afterwards previewing their standout tastes for the 50^th Block Party.

July 12: Concern Foundation 50th Annual Block Party, Betty Fraser, aPizza Doho

Posted on July 10, 2025 by Adam Bell

Podcasts

Hour One: Concern Foundation 50th Anniversary Block Party, Betty Fraser
Hour Two: Betty Fraser, aPizza Doho, Andrew Gruel

Segment One: Show Introduction and Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris
Segment Two: Concern Foundation’s 50th Annual Block Party with President Derek Alpert
Segment Three: Concern Foundation’s 50th Annual Block Party with Restaurateurs Greg Dulan (Dulan’s on Crenshaw) and Ryan Wilson (Lawry’s)
Segments Four and Five: Celebrity Chef Betty Fraser of Grub Girl’s Catering, Hollywood
Segments Six and Seven: aPizza Doho in Dana Point with Partner Christopher Christian
Segment Eight: Chef Andrew Gruel of Calico Fish House with “Ask the Chef”

Andy Harris, Executive Producer and Co-Host previews the show.

“GAME ON an It’s time to roll the dice, stack the Jenga blocks, and climb the Chutes & Ladders of hope at the Concern Foundation 50th Annual Block Party! Hollywood’s premier outdoor food, beverage, and entertainment extravaganza, transforms the backlot of Paramount Studios Hollywood into the ultimate life-sized game board on Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM. This year marks the golden milestone of 50 incredible years of giving cancer the checkmate, as over 4,000 guests will be treated to a Trivial Pursuit of flavor featuring tastings from over 90 top-tier restaurants, spirits, craft cocktails, wineries, and breweries all while raising critical funds for cancer research! Concern Foundation’s mission is clear, to ensure that every dollar raised is used to identify the cause of and eventual cure for this devastating disease.” Derek Alpert, the President of the Concern Foundation for Cancer Research joins us with a preview of the 50^th Annual Block Party.

Dulan’s on Crenshaw Soul Food Restaurant and Lawry’s the Prime Rib are participating restaurants in Concern Foundation’s 50^th Annual Block Party at Paramount Studios Hollywood on Saturday, July 19^th. Each establishment is generously donating their respective tastes (and service) to provide 1,500 portions. Greg Dulan of Dulan’s and Ryan Wilson of Lawry’s The Prime Rib join us previewing their standout tastes for the 50^th Block Party.

“Chef Betty Fraser and Denise DeCarlo, co-owners of Hollywood’s HiddenHouse (formerly the Los Angeles-based, award-winning restaurant Grub) and Grub Gals Catering, have created a niche for themselves in a highly competitive field. Their unique sense of style, inventive menus, attention to detail and a never-ending commitment to their guests and community has set them apart in a crowded culinary field. Betty gained national prominence as a standout Cheftestant on Season Two of Bravo’s hit show, “Top Chef,” has been a judge on “Master Chef Junior” and “Man vs. Child,” is frequently seen on the Hallmark Channel show “Home and Family” and is an in-demand guest chef at cooking events throughout the nation. Denise has competed on ABC’s “The Taste” and The Food Network’s “Cutthroat Kitchen.” Together the duo has appeared numerous times on local television stations sharing their recipes and techniques for home audiences.” Chef Betty Fraser is our guest providing an overview of Grub Gals Catering.

aPizza Doho in Dana Point serves artisan New Haven-style pizza.

Chef and Restaurateur Christopher Christian pauses stretching the dough rounds to join us.

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House(located in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) provides another timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries. The massive spending and budget cut bill passed by Congress and signed on July 4^thincludes a provision for “No Tax on Tips.” Chef Andrew unbuckles the fine print therein. There is a lot to explain.

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

“The event promises a game night of epic proportions as the streets of the Paramount Backlot transform into a Candy Land of culinary creativity, retro bowling, and musical-fueled celebration. Musical performances by the Tom Nolan Band and on the Main Stage, D’ City Sound & Events, and The Vibrato Grill Jazz Stage featuring the Jason Goldstein Sextet with Lilli Passero, and other special artists will set the tone for a high-energy atmosphere.”

“In 1968, fifteen Los Angeles based couples came together with one simple goal: CONquer CanCERNow! They wanted to ensure their dollars counted in the fight against cancer when their dear friend, Beverly Wolman, was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 35. They could no longer sit back and continue losing friends to this horrific disease. Thus, CONCERN Foundation’s war on cancer had begun. Concern Foundation’s mission is clear, to ensure that every dollar raised is used to identify the cause of and eventual cure for this devastating disease.”

Derek Alpert, the President of the Concern Foundation for Cancer Research joins us with a preview of the 50^th Annual Block Party.

Ticket Information: The Concern Foundation’s 50^thAnnual Block Party will take place on Saturday, July 19^th, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm at Paramount Studios Hollywood. Tickets and Sponsorships are on sale now and for more information on the Concern Foundation’s 50^th Annual Block Party, please visit Concern Foundation 50th Annual Block Party Tickets.

“Betty appeared as a standout Cheftestant on Season Two of Bravo’s hit show, “Top Chef,” has been a judge on “MasterChef Junior” and “Man vs. Child,” is frequently seen on the Hallmark Channel show “Home and Family” and is an in-demand guest chef at cooking events throughout the nation. Denise has competed on ABC’s “The Taste” and The Food Network’s “Cutthroat Kitchen.” Together the duo has appeared numerous times on local television stations sharing their recipes and techniques for home audiences.”

“The two have catered events in some of the most upscale locations throughout the Southland including Greystone Mansion, TLC Chinese Theatre, Capitol Records, Rocky Mountain Oaks Winery and countless private homes. They also ran the kitchens at the innovative Red Studios and the historic Fountain Court, a gorgeous oval dining room and event space created by the prestigious architect, Paul Revere Williams.”

“Betty serves on the Friends of the Hollywood Central Park Board of Directors. The team also donates their time, food and services to support numerous Hollywood and Los Angeles non-profits. Both women also work with local animal rescue groups to help animals in need.”

Chef Betty Fraser is our guest providing an overview of Grub Gals Catering.

aPizza Doho in Dana Point serves artisan New Haven-style pizza.

It’s operated by hospitality industry veterans with years of experience in smoothly running the front-of-the-house as well as inspiring culinary creativity in the kitchen.

“The theme of aPizza Doho is “Where Great Pizza, Great People, and a Great Place come together!” They start with an aged biga and allow the dough to ferment for 24 hours. Top that with California organic tomatoes and imported Italian cheeses help create aPizza Doho.”

The partners in aPizza Doho are veteran restaurateur Marcos Costas (born and raised on the East Coast), Executive Chef Christopher Christian (a distinguished alum of Fox Restaurant Concepts in Arizona) and his nephew, Pizzaiolo Anthony Christian.

Chef and Restaurateur Christopher Christian pauses stretching the dough rounds to join us.

Chef Andrew Gruel of the Calico Fish House

The massive spending and budget cut bill passed by Congress and signed on July 4^th includes a provision for “No Tax on Tips.” Chef Andrew unbuckles the fine print therein. There is a lot to explain.

Andrew Gruel’s Family Cookbook is available with signed copies at his Calico Fish House on Pacific Coast Highway in Sunset Beach.

Podcasts

Hour One: Concern Foundation 50th Anniversary Block Party, Betty Fraser
Hour Two: Betty Fraser, aPizza Doho, Andrew Gruel

Show 355, January 11, 2020: Executive Chef Alejandra Padilla, Five Crowns & SideDoor Part One

Posted on January 12, 2020 by Adam Bell

The iconic Five Crowns in Corona del Mar was established in 1965 and is a member of the Lawry’s family of fine-dining restaurants, which includes Lawry’s The Prime Rib with domestic locations in Beverly Hills, Chicago, Dallas, Las Vegas and the historic Tam O’Shanter in Los Angeles. Lawry’s Carvery, with locations in South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa, and at L.A. LIVE, Los Angeles, represents the company’s unique quick-service concept.

SideDoor gastropub, recipient of Orange Coast Magazine’s “2010 Restaurant of the Year” Award and Corona del Mar’s first and only English gastropub, is also housed within the historic Five Crowns building; its primary entrance is on Poppy Street. They will be celebrating their 10^th Anniversary in March.

We gently pull Executive Chef Alejandra Padilla away from her busy kitchen for a chat.

Show 355, January 11, 2020: Executive Chef Alejandra Padilla, Five Crowns & SideDoor Part Two

Posted on January 12, 2020 by Adam Bell

Five Crowns has a new seasonal Winter menu courtesy of Executive Chef Alejandra Padilla. Guests will experience the vibrant flavors of the season’s most inspiring ingredients to complement Five Crowns’ cherished classic dishes.

“SideDoor is soon presenting the next eagerly anticipated Ultimate Cheese & Charcuterie Party, culminating from another successful creamery takeover series, on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 from 6 to 9 p.m. with a special Cheese Education Class from 5:30-6 p.m. led by SideDoor’s own certified cheesemonger, sommelier and cicerone, Tracy Nelsen.”

“Known for its award-winning cheese and charcuterie offerings, SideDoor started the monthly series to highlight unique creameries, dedicating one evening a month to small batch cheesemakers and specialty cheeses. Twice a year the series reaches its pinnacle with the ultimate celebration of fromage. The indulgent evening will showcase the previous five months of creameries in the series including Haystack Creamery from Colorado (August), Boutique creameries from Sonoma County (September), Kenny’s Farmhouse Cheese from Kentucky (October), River’s Edge Chevrè from Oregon (November), and Cowgirl Creamery from California (December).”

Show 303, December 22, 2018: Show Preview with Co-Host Andy Harris

Posted on December 24, 2018 by Adam Bell

Now a mouthwatering preview of Saturday’s tasty show. We’re in the true Holiday spirit…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… Happy Holidays. Back on the 29th with a fresh show for 2018’s finale. Please join us.

Founded by Chinese-Brazilian brothers Wing Lam, Ed Lee and Mingo Lee, Wahoo’s Fish Taco, a community mainstay and something of a global pop culture phenomenon, has been serving up its eclectic Mexican-Brazilian-Asian menu since 1988. It’s their 30^th Anniversary this year. In early October Wahoo’s presented a celebratory dinner (paired with premium Sonoma wines) at the revered James Beard House in Greenwich Village, a singular honor. Riding the wave and joining us is Co-founder, Wing Lam.

What are the “Top 10” Specialty Produce items in 2018? What’s sprouting on the horizon for 2019? We now continue Robert Schueller’s informative report from two weeks ago. More will be revealed by our enthusiastic resident produce authority, Robert Schueller of Melissa’s. We respectfully refer to him as The Prince of Produce. You can call him the Produce Guru for short.

Our esteemed wine expert, Kyle Meyer of Santa Ana’s Wine Exchange joins us for two commentaries. You’ve been seeing them on the wines from Australia and New Zealand for awhile and now screw caps on premium wine are becoming more common on domestic wines for very sound reasons. A cork is perhaps more romantic but it has proven not to be the best closure for wine. Kyle was an early adapter to the joys of Wines from South Africa. There is more to the premium wines of South Africa than Chenin Blanc. We’ll uncork the facts.

It’s the 63rd edition of the proud Rose Bowl Game (“The Granddaddy of All Bowl Games”) tradition that is the Lawry’s Beef Bowl staged over two nights (December 27^th and 28^th) at the original Lawry’s The Prime Rib on Restaurant Row in Beverly Hills. It’s fanfare and grand pageantry at its best. Beef Bowl historian Todd Erickson plates the spectacle up for us.

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel joins us with another informative “Ask the Chef” segment. With the Holidays upon us it’s great to have a real working chef in our corner always providing handy and practical advice!

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

Show 303, December 22, 2018: 63rd Lawry’s Beef Bowl

Posted on December 24, 2018 by Adam Bell

It’s the 63rd edition of the proud Rose Bowl Game (“The Granddaddy of All Bowl Games”) tradition that is the Lawry’s Beef Bowl staged over two nights (December 27^th and 28^th) at the original Lawry’s The Prime Rib on Restaurant Row in Beverly Hills. It’s fanfare and grand pageantry at its best.

For the 63^rd festivities it’s the traditional matchup of PAC 12 Champ Washington Huskies battling (with knives & forks) the Big 10’s Ohio State Buckeyes. Curiously enough this is the first bowl game matchup between these two teams.

Ohio State has quite a tradition in the long history of The Beef Bowl. The only time legendary Ohio State football coach Woody Hayes allowed his Buckeyes to participate in Lawry’s Beef Bowl was in 1957, a few days prior to the co-national champion Buckeyes’ 10-7 victory over the Oregon Ducks in the 1958 Rose Bowl Game. (Coach Hayes insisted the team be fed on the practice field instead of coming to Lawry’s in Beverly Hills for the full experience.) Woody’s Rose Bowl Game record for the other six Lawry’s Beef Bowls that his teams missed was 2 wins and 4 losses.

Lawry’s Beef Bowl is one of only two pre-Rose Bowl Game team events endorsed by the Tournament of Roses. (The other team event is a visit to Disneyland).

Beef Bowl historian Todd Erickson plates the spectacle up for us with a side of creamed spinach.

December 22: Wing Lam, Melissa’s World Variety Produce, Wine Exchange, Lawry’s Beef Bowl

Posted on December 19, 2018 by Adam Bell

Podcasts

Segment One: Show Preview with Co-Host Andy Harris
Segment Two: Wing Lam, Co-founder, Wahoo’s Fish Taco, 30th Anniversary
Segment Three: Wing Lam, Co-founder, Wahoo’s Fish Taco, Presenting a Dinner at The James Beard House
Segment Four: Robert Schueller, Melissa’s World Variety Produce, Produce Trends
Segment Five: Kyle Meyer, Wine Exchange, The 411 on screw caps on wine bottles
Segment Six: Kyle Meyer, Wine Exchange, Introduction to the premium wines of South Africa
Segment Seven: 63rd Lawry’s Beef Bowl
Segment Eight: Chef Andrew Gruel, Slapfish Restaurant Group & Co-Host

Now a mouthwatering preview of this Saturday’s tasty show. We’re in the true Holiday spirit…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… Happy Holidays.

It’s the 63rd edition of the proud Rose Bowl Game (“The Granddaddy of All Bowl Games”) tradition that is the Lawry’s Beef Bowl staged over two nights (December 27^th and 28^th) at the original Lawry’s The Prime Rib on Restaurant Row in Beverly Hills. It’s fanfare and grand pageantry at its best. Beef Bowl historian Todd Erickson plates the spectacle up for us.

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

Founded by Chinese-Brazilian brothers Wing Lam, Ed Lee and Mingo Lee, Wahoo’s Fish Taco, a community mainstay and global pop culture phenomenon, has been serving up its eclectic Mexican-Brazilian-Asian menu since 1988. It’s their 30^th Anniversary this year.

“It was 1988 when we, the Lee brothers, came together to open the first Wahoo’s Tacos in Costa Mesa, California, where the surf and skate industry had gathered.”

“We wanted to create a menu that was a reflection of our unique heritage. From China to Brazil, to Baja with hints of Greece, our bold, fresh flavors come from our memories of growing up in Brazil, surfing in Baja and working in our family’s Chinese restaurant.”

“Our food is true to this experience, worldly and uncommonly delicious. We’ll always offer you the best of where we’ve been to fuel your adventures.”

“At Wahoo’s, we encourage you to nourish yourself with food and experiences that make you feel more alive. So, ride those waves, care for your community, love what you eat every day, and be authentically you. Our family is here to feed yours.”

Ed, Mingo, and Wing

In early October Wahoo’s Fish Taco presented a celebratory dinner (paired with premium Sonoma wines) at the revered James Beard House in Greenwich Village, a singular honor.

“When I first started Wahoo’s 30 years ago, all I wanted to do was create a fun and casual place for fellow surfers to hang out and eat great food. Fast forward to today, it’s an honor and a privilege to present on behalf of Wahoo’s at The James Beard House,” said Wing Lam, co-founder of Wahoo’s Fish Taco. “To be chosen and invited to New York with my brothers is beyond what we could’ve ever imagined.”

“Chefs must be invited in order to host a dinner at The James Beard House,” adds Lam. “We spent our entire careers catering some of the world’s biggest sporting and music events. Hosting dinner at The James Beard House is a testament to our hard work, and we can’t wait to show a brand-new audience what Wahoo’s Fish Taco is all about.

Riding the cresting wave and joining us in-studio is Co-founder, Wing Lam.

What are the “Top 10” Specialty Produce items in 2018? What’s sprouting on the horizon for 2019? We now continue Robert Schueller’s (Melissa’s World Variety Produce) informative report from two weeks ago.

More will be revealed by our enthusiastic resident produce authority, Robert Schueller of Melissa’s. We respectfully refer to him as The Prince of Produce. You can call him the Produce Guru for short.

We’ve covered Jackfruit and Red Papaya. Number Eight on the Specialty Produce Hit Parade is Chayote Squash which is where we’ll pick the conversation up. It’s actually a fruit and a staple of the Creole kitchen.

Wines sealed with screw caps can actually age with grace. A cork is perhaps more romantic but it proven not to be the best closure for wine.

There is also a shortage of premium natural cork worldwide.

Kyle was an early adapter to the joys of wines from South Africa. While known for their whites there is more depth to the premium wines of South Africa than the familiar Chenin Blanc.

We’ll uncork the facts.

It’s the 63rd edition of the proud Rose Bowl Game (“The Granddaddy of All Bowl Games”) tradition that is the Lawry’s Beef Bowl staged over two nights (December 27^th and 28^th) at the original Lawry’s The Prime Rib on Restaurant Row in Beverly Hills. It’s fanfare and grand pageantry at its best.

For the 63^rd festivities it’s PAC 12 Champ Washington Huskies battling (with knives & forks) the Big 10’s Ohio State Buckeyes.

Beef Bowl historian Todd Erickson plates the spectacle up for us with a side of creamed spinach.

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel joins us with another informative “Ask the Chef” segment. With the Holidays upon us it’s great to have a real working chef in our corner providing handy advice!

It’s time to chew on a few significant food and restaurant trends from 2018 and what might be ahead for 2019.

Podcasts

Show 301, December 8, 2018: Show Preview with Co-Host Andy Harris

Posted on December 10, 2018 by Adam Bell

Now an irresistible preview of Saturday’s sinfully delicious show. We’re in the true Holiday spirit…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…

What are the “Top 10” Specialty Produce items in 2018? What’s sprouting on the horizon for 2019? All will be revealed by our enthusiastic resident produce authority, Robert Schueller of Melissa’s.We respectfully refer to him as The Prince of Produce.

Chef Brian Huskey’s modest Tackle Box (Local Grub Shack,) located on the beach in Corona del Mar, is known for serving fine-dining cuisine out of a beach shack. Chef Brian has recently gone up-market with a more ambitious Tackle Box located at SoCo in Costa Mesa. We’ll reel Chef Brian in for an update.

You would not expect to find an incredible artisan bakery which also serves popular word-of-mouth breakfast and lunch (extraordinary sandwiches) in the small town of Los Alamos in Santa Barbara County just off the 101 Freeway. Bob’s Well Bread Bakery and Café delightfully defies expectations. We’re on the rise with Proprietor / Boulanger Bob Oswaks.

Yes, The Holidays and Craft Beer do pair together well. At Holiday time there are a number of seasonal Holiday pours available for the quaffing. For the best in holiday cheer we’re joined by our brewing authorities from Golden Road Brewing – Brewmaster Victor Novak and Anaheim Head Brewer Steven Torres.

A great way to be introduced to the foods of a new area is to partake of the highest rated food walking tour of that neighborhood. Beach City Food Tours has been doing just that very successfully in Long Beach for the last couple of years. They have just added the irresistible East Village Craft Cocktail Tour. Proprietress Layla Ali-Ahmad joins us with all the details of what’s on the menu.

Ryan Wilson, an accomplished chef, is part of the fourth generation of proud Frank / Van de Kamp family ownership of Lawry’s Restaurants, Inc. Most recently he served as Vice President and Corporate Executive Chef but recently transitioned to an expanded position with Lawry’s Restaurants looking to the future. We’ll talk to Ryan about the 80^thAnniversary of Lawry’s The Prime Rib in Beverly Hills this year as well as his new, expanded responsibilities.

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

Show 301, December 8, 2018: Ryan Wilson, Lawry’s Restaurants, Inc. Part One

Posted on December 10, 2018 by Adam Bell

Ten years ago when he started with Lawry’s his first project was developing (with his colleagues) the uber successful SideDoor in Corona del Mar adjacent to Five Crowns.

We’ll talk to Ryan about the 80^th Anniversary of Lawry’s The Prime Rib in Beverly Hills this year as well as his new, expanded responsibilities.