Show 347, November 2, 2019: Show Preview & “Ask the Chef” with Co-Host Andy Harris & Chef Andrew Gruel

Now a salivating preview of Saturday afternoon’s delectable program. It’s not, with profuse apologies, for dieters. If we’re successful we will hopefully leave you incredibly hungry and thirsty. In our case that’s probably a pretty good thing… As always, we greatly appreciate you being a part of our loyal listening audience. Truly couldn’t do it without you.

Andy Harris and Andrew Gruel at Cabana 14 at the Cove at Pechanga Resort and CasinoOur own Chef Andrew Gruel of the Slapfish Restaurant Group joins us from his Huntington Beach restaurant with another informative “Ask the Chef” segment. With the Holidays on the horizon it’s great to have a real working chef in our corner always providing handy and practical advice! Expect some genuinely useful Holiday cooking tips including the most desirable size of the bird and what dishes can be safely prepared ahead.

Last month The Musso & Frank Grill in Hollywood celebrated a century of Family tradition and integrity. They were even honored with an unusual “Award of Excellence” from the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce in the form of a terrazzo “Walk of Fame” sidewalk star. Gayot– The Guide to the Good Life’s Orange County correspondent, Rich Manning, was just at Musso’s for an anniversary visit and highlights his dining experience there.

Our resident produce authority, Robert Schueller of Melissa’s, joins us with a special report. Robert was a featured speaker at the recent Produce Marketing Association – Fresh Summit Expo annual gathering at the Anaheim Convention Center. It’s the largest produce show held in the United States. His topic for a special Media presentation was Produce Trends. Robert shares the intriguing highlights.

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

Show 347, November 2, 2019: Gayot’s Orange County Correspondent, Rich Manning

Rich Manning of Gayot in the AM830 KLAA StudiosLast month The Musso & Frank Grill in Hollywood celebrated a century of Family tradition and integrity. They were even honored with an “Award of Excellence” from the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce in the form of a “Walk of Fame” sidewalk star. Also commemorating the 100th Anniversary is a coffee table book, The Musso & Frank Grill. It’s both a history and cookbook.

“What would become Musso & Frank Grill was founded in 1919 by Frank Toulet, who three years later formed a fateful partnership with a similarly forward-looking restaurateur named Joseph Musso. In 1922, the two men hired French chef Jean Rue – a culinary master who would wind up showcasing his artistry at Musso & Frank for 53 years, and creating a menu that remains mostly intact to this day (amazing enough, current Chef J.P. Amateau is only the third person to serve in that position in the restaurant’s entire 100-year history, folllowing the tenures of Jean Rue and his successor, Michel Bourger!)”

“In 1927, Mr. Musso and Mr. Toulet sold their restaurant to a duo of Italian immigrants named Joseph Carissimi and John Mosso (a coincidentally similar name) and today Musso & Frank is owned and operated by the families of Mr. Mosso’s three granddaughters: John and Cathy Echeverria and their son, Mark Echeverria; Steve and Anne Jones; and Richard and Kristen Kohlmeyer.”

Gayot– The Guide to the Good Life’s Orange County correspondent, Rich Manning, was just at Musso’s and highlights his anniversary dining experience there.

November 2: Rich Manning on Musso & Grill’s 100th Anniversary and Produce Trends from Melissa’s Produce

Podcasts

Segment One: Show Preview & “Ask the Chef” with Co-Hosts Andy Harris & Chef Andrew Gruel
Segment Two: Gayot’s Orange County Correspondent, Rich Manning
Segment Three: Robert Schueller of Melissa’s – Produce Trends from Produce Marketing Association Presentation Part One
Segment Four: Robert Schueller of Melissa’s – Produce Trends from Produce Marketing Association Presentation Part Two

Program Note:

For this Saturday, November 2nd (only) we’re on at the special time of 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. following Notre Dame Football. Please join us…

Now a salivating preview of this Saturday afternoon’s delectable program. It’s not, with profuse apologies, for dieters. If we’re successful we will hopefully leave you incredibly hungry and thirsty. In our case that’s probably a pretty good thing… As always, we greatly appreciate you being a part of our loyal listening audience. Truly couldn’t do it without you.

Andy Harris and Andrew Gruel at Cabana 14 at the Cove at Pechanga Resort and CasinoOur own Chef Andrew Gruel of the Slapfish Restaurant Group joins us from the road with another informative “Ask the Chef” segment. With the Holidays on the horizon it’s great to have a real working chef in our corner always providing handy and practical advice! Expect some genuinely useful Holiday cooking tips.

Last month The Musso & Frank Grill in Hollywood celebrated a century of Family tradition and integrity. They were even honored with an unusual “Award of Excellence” from the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce in the form of a terrazzo “Walk of Fame” sidewalk star. Gayot– The Guide to the Good Life’s Orange County correspondent, Rich Manning, was just at Musso’s for an anniversary visit and highlights his dining experience there.

Our resident produce authority, Robert Schueller of Melissa’s, joins us with a special report. Robert was a featured speaker at the recent Produce Marketing Association – Fresh Summit Expo annual gathering at the Anaheim Convention Center. It’s the largest produce show held in the United States. His topic was Produce Trends. Robert shares the intriguing highlights.

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

Rich Manning of GayotLast month The Musso & Frank Grill in Hollywood celebrated a century of Family tradition and integrity. They were even honored with an “Award of Excellence” from the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce in the form of a “Walk of Fame” sidewalk star. Also commemorating the 100th Anniversary is a coffee table book, The Musso & Frank Grill. It’s both a history and cookbook.

“What would become Musso & Frank Grill was founded in 1919 by Frank Toulet, who three years later formed a fateful partnership with a similarly forward-looking restaurateur named Joseph Musso. In 1922, the two men hired French chef Jean Rue – a culinary master who would wind up showcasing his artistry at Musso & Frank for 53 years, and creating a menu that remains mostly intact to this day (amazing enough, current Chef J.P. Amateau is only the third person to serve in that position in the restaurant’s entire 100-year history, folllowing the tenures of Jean Rue and his successor, Michel Bourger!)”

“In 1927, Mr. Musso and Mr. Toulet sold their restaurant to a duo of Italian immigrants named Joseph Carissimi and John Mosso (a coincidentally similar name) and today Musso & Frank is owned and operated by the families of Mr. Mosso’s three granddaughters: John and Cathy Echeverria and their son, Mark Echeverria; Steve and Anne Jones; and Richard and Kristen Kohlmeyer.”

Gayot– The Guide to the Good Life’s Orange County correspondent, Rich Manning, was just at Musso’s and highlights his anniversary dining experience there.

Robert Schueller of Melissa's World Variety Produce in the AM830 KLAA StudioOur resident produce authority, Robert Schueller (The Prince of Produce) of Melissa’s, joins us with a special report. Robert was a featured speaker at the recent Produce Marketing Association – Fresh Summit Expo annual gathering at the Anaheim Convention Center. It’s the largest produce show held in the United States. His topic was Produce Trends. Robert provides with the intriguing highlights.

Podcasts

Segment One: Show Preview & “Ask the Chef” with Co-Hosts Andy Harris & Chef Andrew Gruel
Segment Two: Gayot’s Orange County Correspondent, Rich Manning
Segment Three: Robert Schueller of Melissa’s – Produce Trends from Produce Marketing Association Presentation Part One
Segment Four: Robert Schueller of Melissa’s – Produce Trends from Produce Marketing Association Presentation Part Two

Show 290, September 15, 2018: Show Preview with Co-Host Andy Harris

Program Note for next Saturday, September 22nd:
Please join us at the special time of 1 to 3:00 p.m. for Saturday afternoon, Sept. 22nd only right before the Angels Game.

Now a decadent preview of Saturday afternoon’s engaging show at the special time of 4 to 5:00 p.m. Yes, we’re stuffing 2-hours of mouthwatering content into a single hour. It’s not, with profuse apologies, for dieters. If we’re successful we will always leave you incredibly hungry and thirsty. In our case, upon careful reflection, that’s probably a pretty good thing…

Taco Rosa, Chef Ivan Calderon’s upscale Mexican restaurant in Newport Beach, will host its 6th Annual “Battle of the Tequileros” on Sunday, September 23rd from 4-8 p.m. Bringing together 26+ different tequila and mezcal brands, the celebratory event will benefit Operation of Hope Worldwide, a local non-profit providing free, life-changing surgeries and health care for children and adults in under-served areas of the world. Chef Ivan pulls the cork on all the details for us.

Journalist Rich Manning has been writing about the art and business of food, drink, travel and lifestyle pursuits since 2004. While his profession has enabled him to humbly enjoy some remarkably exquisite epicurean adventures, he will always find great joy in the simple pleasures that a perfectly cooked hamburger and a dark, creamy stout routinely bring. He is well represented in the new Fall issue of Saute’ magazine as well as on their blog. We’ll chat about what’s new on the food & libation menu with Rich.

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

Show 290, September 15, 2018: Food, Travel, Drink and Lifestyle Journalist Rich Manning

Rich ManningRich Manning has been writing about food, drink, travel and other lifestyle topics since 2004. As a freelance writer, he’s worked with several different publications and businesses, and has written everything from restaurant reviews and feature articles to ad copy and website content. Current and previous publications include Gayot, Tasting Panel, Somm Journal, Sauté, Clever Root, and Dining Out.

He’s also operated his own website, The Lazy Hunter, since 2017. A Southern California resident and an enthusiastic foodie, he enjoys exploring the diverse nature and multi-cultural influences of his local dining scene and will pretty much try anything at least once. However, he remains a sucker for a really good burger, and thoroughly enjoys eating dinner at home with his wife and two daughters.

In the new Fall issue of Saute’ Rich Manning is represented with the celebrity chef interview (Gadgets), “101 Asian Dishes You Need to Cook Before You Die With Jet Tila – Celebrity Chef Jet Tila continues to go at full-speed.” 

The (already) very successful cookbook works as a fun coffee table keepsake but is really a useful volume designed to actually cook from courtesy of an accomplished cooking teacher. Chef Jet promises every recipe has been tested in a home kitchen.

Rich joins us in-studio to chat about what’s new on his food & libation menu.

Show 290, September 15, 2018: Food, Travel, Drink and Lifestyle Journalist Rich Manning Continues…

Rich ManningRich Manning has been writing about food, drink, travel and other lifestyle topics since 2004. As a freelance writer, he’s worked with several different publications and businesses, and has written everything from restaurant reviews and feature articles to ad copy and website content. Current and previous publications include Gayot, Tasting Panel, Somm Journal, Sauté, Clever Root, and Dining Out.

He’s also operated his own website, The Lazy Hunter, since 2017. A Southern California resident and an enthusiastic foodie, he enjoys exploring the diverse nature and multi-cultural influences of his local dining scene and will pretty much try anything at least once. However, he remains a sucker for a really good burger, and thoroughly enjoys eating dinner at home with his wife and two daughters.

Wine country of note in Texas? You bet…For Saute’s blog Rich contributed an in-depth piece on his recent wine wanderings in Texas Hill Country, entitled Texas Hill Country, Texas Hill Country Features Texas-Sized Vintner Delights.

You’ll be pleasantly surprised to hear about the quality of the wines he sampled. Are Texas Roses perhaps better than California’s? Is a full-bodied Rose the perfect BBQ wine? We’ll let Rich explain…

Along the way Rich recounts the fascinating connection between noted California winemaker Dave Phinney (Orin Swift Cellars) and prominent Texas winemaker Kim McPherson of McPherson Cellars.

September 15: Ivan Calderon of Taco Rosa and Journalist Rich Manning

Podcasts

Segment One: Show Preview with Co-Host Andy Harris
Segment Two: Chef Ivan Calderon, Taco Rosa, 6th Annual Battle of the Tequileros
Segment Three: Food, Travel, Drink and Lifestyle Journalist Rich Manning Part One
Segment Four: Food, Travel, Drink and Lifestyle Journalist Rich Manning Part Two

Program Note for next Saturday, September 22nd:
We’re stepping aside for Fighting Irish Football in our regular a.m. time slot. Please catch us instead a bit later in the day from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Don’t miss us…

Now a decadent preview of this Saturday afternoon’s engaging show at the special time of 4 to 5:00 p.m. Yes, we’re going to stuff 2-hours of mouthwatering content into a single hour. It’s not, with profuse apologies, for dieters. If we’re successful we will always leave you incredibly hungry and thirsty. In our case, upon careful reflection, that’s probably a pretty good thing…

Taco Rosa, Chef Ivan Calderon’s upscale Mexican restaurant in Newport Beach, will host its 6th Annual “Battle of the Tequileros” on Sunday, September 23rd from 4-8 p.m. Bringing together 26+ different tequila and mezcal brands, the celebratory event will benefit Operation of Hope Worldwide, a local non-profit providing free, life-changing surgeries and health care for children and adults in under-served areas of the world. Chef Ivan pulls the cork on all the details for us.

Journalist Rich Manning has been writing about the art and business of food, drink, travel and lifestyle pursuits since 2004. While his profession has enabled him to humbly enjoy some remarkably exquisite epicurean adventures, he will always find great joy in the simple pleasures that a perfectly cooked hamburger and a dark, creamy stout routinely bring. He is well represented in the new Fall issue of Saute’ magazine as well as on their blog. We’ll chat about what’s new on the food & libation menu with Rich.

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

Ivan CalderonTaco Rosa, Chef Ivan Calderon’s upscale Mexican restaurant in Newport Beach, will host its 6th Annual “Battle of the Tequileros” on Sunday, September 23rd from 4-8 p.m. Bringing together 26+ different tequila and mezcal brands, the celebratory event will benefit Operation of Hope Worldwide, a local non-profit providing free, life-changing surgeries and health care for children and adults in under-served areas of the world, while creating a self-sustaining program of hope through education.

As the most diverse tequila tasting in Southern California, the event gives guests an unparalleled opportunity to experience the unique nuances between a variety of tequilas and mezcals. Guests can also enjoy tray-passed tapas-style bites from the Taco Rosa kitchen, exciting giveaways, and a silent auction. A panel of esteemed judges will determine winners in three categories: Best Añejo and Best Reposado; while guests will have the opportunity to cast votes for Best Margarita and Best Booth Presentation.

“Over the past six years, we have seen tremendous growth with Battle of the Tequileros and this year, we are proud to partner with Operation of Hope Worldwide an organization whose global reach has impacted, and even saved the lives of thousands of people throughout the developing world,” comments Chef Ivan Calderon of Taco Rosa.

Tickets for the 21-and-over event are priced at $75 and offer guests all-inclusive access to tequila and mezcal cocktails and samples. Tickets can be purchased by calling 949.720.0980 or online here.

Chef Ivan pulls the cork on all the details for us.

Rich ManningJournalist Rich Manning has been writing about the art and business of food, drink, travel and lifestyle pursuits since 2004. While his profession has enabled him to humbly enjoy some remarkably exquisite epicurean adventures, he will always find great joy in the simple pleasures that a perfectly cooked hamburger and a dark, creamy stout routinely bring. He is well represented in the new Fall issue of Saute’ magazine as well as on their blog. Rich is also the Orange County Editor for Gayot – The Guide to the Good Life.

In the new Fall issue of Saute’ Rich Manning is represented with the celebrity chef interview (Gadgets), “101 Asian Dishes You Need to Cook Before You Die With Jet Tila – Celebrity Chef Jet Tila continues to go at full-speed.”

Rich joins us in-studio to chat about what’s new on his food & libation menu.

Wine country of note in Texas? You bet…For Saute’s blog Rich contributed an in-depth piece on his recent wine wanderings in Texas Hill Country, Texas Hill Country Features Texas-Sized Vintner Delights.

You’ll be pleasantly surprised at the quality of the wines he sampled. Are Texas Roses perhaps better than California’s ? We’ll let Rich explain…

Podcasts

Segment One: Show Preview with Co-Host Andy Harris
Segment Two: Chef Ivan Calderon, Taco Rosa, 6th Annual Battle of the Tequileros
Segment Three: Food, Travel, Drink and Lifestyle Journalist Rich Manning Part One
Segment Four: Food, Travel, Drink and Lifestyle Journalist Rich Manning Part Two