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Show 525, May 13, 2023: Executive Chef and Partner Chris Feldmeier, Bar Moruno, Silver Lake

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Chris Feldmeier of Bar Moruno

Owner Executive Chef Chris Feldmeier at Bar Moruno in Silver Lake has recently introduced a Saturday Brunch and a Sunday Roast menu. We get the tempting specifics directly from Chef Chris.

“The Sunday Roast is a set menu of a main protein and two sides (sometimes three) for $75 that very generously feeds two and can definitely satisfy two adults and a child. Sunday May 14th is Rotisserie Pastrami Short Rib with Rye Flatbread, Sauerkraut, Pickles and Macaroni Salad.”

Chef Chris’ Saturday Brunch menu (available from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.) is inspired by menu items from Bar Moruno’s signature woodfired oven. Consider a wood-oven baked Hoe Cake which is presented in its own little cast iron skillet and Shakshouka made with organic eggs, roasted tomato, onion and piquillo peppers.

Included on the new Brunch menu are colorful libations. How about Chef Chris’ Bull Shot with vodka, sherry and beef bone broth? Also there is a “Nitro Negroni which fulfills one of the eight cups of coffee a serious caffeine person might have on a typical Saturday.”

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Show 462, February 19, 2022: Executive Chef Victor Juarez, Fuego at The Maya and Hotel Maya, Long Beach

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Victor Juarez of Fuego

“Award-winning Executive Chef Victor Juarez is leading Fuego, the modern, Latin infused indoor-outdoor restaurant and lounge at Hotel Maya in Long Beach, with a menu that blends his El Salvadorian roots with his Southern California culinary sensibilities. Fuego’s unique setting at the water’s edge provides service to 146 guests with 80 on the patio area and features stunning open-air views that include the Pacific Ocean, Long Beach skyline and the Queen Mary.”

“Fuego offers breakfast, lunch or dinner under the sun and stars. It’s also well-known for its handcrafted margaritas. Fuego boasts one of the largest tequila selections in the region.”

“Chef Juarez also oversees all food preparation and execution for the resort’s 20,000-square-feet meeting, special event, and wedding venues. In addition, he directs and implements the 199-room hotel’s room service, banquets and catering activities.”

“Prior to joining Hotel Maya in 2010, Chef Juarez spent a year as executive chef at Morongo Casino Resort & Spa in Cabazon, Calif., leading all culinary efforts for the property’s nine restaurants and lounges. Earlier in his career Chef Juarez was executive chef at the historic Mission Inn in Riverside, Calif., overseeing all facets of the resort’s food operations including four dining outlets, hotel room service and banquet facilities. He began at the Mission Inn in 1993 as executive sous chef. While at the Mission Inn, Chef Juarez was the recipient of many honors for culinary excellence.”

A signature dish at Fuego is Chef Victor’s version of Ropa Vieja. It’s Cuban-style braised short rib, black bean puree, crispy corn tortillas, cabbage escabeche, caramelized plantains and serrano chiles.

Chef Victor Juarez is our guest.

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Show 318, April 6, 2019: Golden Road Brewing’s Director of Restaurant Operations, Adam Levoe

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Adam LevoeThe menu offerings at Golden Road Pub OC are far from the pedestrian. Guest satisfaction is high and repeat business is the norm. Golden Road’s Director of Restaurant Operations, Adam Levoe join us to set the ample table. He started with Golden Road as the chef for the original Atwater Village brewery before their was even a kitchen there.

Look for the Brewer’s Supper Series where Chef Henry Tran gets to strut his culinary stuff with a 3-course, craft beer-paired menu. The next Brewer’s Supper Series is May 14th.

Happy Hour is from 2 to 6:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday. Special pricing for the craft beers ($4 select Draft Beers) and select menu items (Sliders, Al Pastor Fries, Pub Pretzel and Tacos.)

There are many Vegan options on the appealing menu.

Menu specialties include IPA steamed PEI mussels with Vietnamese sausage, grilled baguette and yuzu beurre blanc; Fried Avocado Taco; Overnight Short Ribs with cornbread, shishito pepper succotash and brown ale demi-glace; and Sesame Crusted Miso-marinated Salmon with cashew green beans, kewpie glaze, Japanese sushi rice and Thai chili oil.

Golden Road Pub OC is enthusiastically both Family and dog friendly.

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Show 306, January 12, 2019: William Lewis, Founding Partner, The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar, Newport Beach

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Sir William Lewis of the Winery Restaurant and Wine Bar in TustinThe upcoming Newport Beach Restaurant Week is a 14-day dining event that takes place January 14 -27, 2019. The event showcases Newport Beach as one of Orange County’s premier dining destinations offering diners a wide variety of culinary experiences. Participating restaurants offer special prix-fixe menus with lunches available for just $10, $15, $20, or $25, and dinners for $20, $30, $40 or $50.

Founding Partner William Lewis (also the resident wine guru) of The Winery Restaurant and Wine Bar (a participating restaurant in Newport Beach Restaurant Week) joins us with a preview.

As William points out there are few restaurants in Newport Beach who can rival their Newport Bay view! Their elaborate, 4-course dinner menu priced at $50 is a great value. The guest has choices within every course. Think Zinfandel Braised Angus Beef Short Rib as the Main…

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Show 121, May 9, 2015: Gretchen Beaumarchais, Executive Chef, Angel Stadium Continues…

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Gretchen BeaumarchaisNew for 2015 is the “A” Wine Cellar on the Field Level in Section 111. Guests can purchase a large selection of wines by-the-glass as well as by the bottle. It’s California-themed with a long list.

For the best in craft beer head over to Draft Pick near Gate 2. Lots of selections from Golden Road Brewery there. The beer is served in 24 oz. cups.

On the “Secret” menu is The Legends Dog. It’s topped with tender barbecued brisket from Smoke Ring Brisket.

A Stadium favorite, grilled cheese, is also well-represented. There is a Short Rib Grilled Cheese Sandwich on the menu along with a Thick Cut Bacon Grilled Cheese Sandwich.

Melissa’s is on the scene with some appealing healthy options at Melissa’s Fresh For You, available on every level of the Stadium. Custom and pre-made salads, fresh fruit, veggie dogs and veggie burgers are available. New for 2015 is the Acai Bowl with bananas, strawberries, granola and honey. The hummus platter is another tasty light option.

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