Show 158, February 6, 2016: Kevin Nguyen, Co-Founder/Partner, GD Bro

Kevin Bobby NguyenGD Bro (Globally Delicious Stuffed Burgers) began as a culinary passion project for co-founders, Mark Cruz and Kevin Nguyen, who had ambitious and creative ideas for a “new” way to eat burgers. Within a year’s time, as word spread via an organic social media frenzy and growing lines of hungry guests, GD Bro teamed up with Hue Nguyen, current CFO and foodie enthusiast, to expand on GD Bro’s cutting edge brand and style. Co-founder Kevin Nguyen joins us with the juicy details.

Their vision is to create a colorful menu full of savory burgers and indulging appetizers using innovative and tantalizing toppings. GD Bro’s signature burgers feature handcrafted premium Angus beef patties with warm and toasty brioche buns that are customized from a local artisan baker. Their progressive approach continues to evolve by developing seasonal menus and monthly burger specials with addictive and bold flavors.

The original truck is still used for catering. Location #2 opened in Signal Hill on February 6th.

Show 158, February 6, 2016: Kevin Nguyen, Co-Founder/Partner, GD Bro Continues…

Kevin Bobby NguyenSince opening in early 2013, GD Bro has been favorably mentioned among the best of the best in local, regional, national media outlets and online Food Bloggers.

GD Bro also premiered on Season 6 of the FOOD NETWORK’s Great Food Truck Race taking a nail biting third place spot.

Now known for their inventive and light-hearted approach to cooking, GD Bro is consistently challenging the traditional concept of a “burger” by selecting new and uniquely blended ingredients that surprise and delight the foodie traditionalists and culinary thrill-seekers alike. GD Bro not only takes pride in delivering a consistent signature product but more importantly, they believe both great service and above and beyond hospitality from their caring, gracious, hip and outgoing staff distinguishes them from their competitors.

Hence, the reason the GD Bro followers have an “emotional” attachment to the brand and feel like they are part of a family backyard BBQ atmosphere.

The original brick- and- mortar location is in Santa Ana and newly opened in Signal Hill.
For each new location there will be a special menu item only available at that unit.

Show 77, June 21, 2014: Alejandro Duran, General Manager, Chianina Steakhouse, Naples Island, Long Beach

Chianina SteakhouseHigh-end steakhouses with a serious bar and deep wine lists are very much in fashion these days.

How about an elegant steakhouse that serves limited availability, high-quality Italian beef, prime steaks, and sustainable seafood? There is also a well-regarded executive chef (David Coleman) overseeing things. We’ll be meeting the General Manager of Chianina Steakhouse in the Naples neighborhood of Long Beach, part of the ever expanding Michael’s Restaurant Group. We’re joined by Alejandro Duran of Chianina.

Because Chianina’s cellar space is a lot smaller than at the flagship Michaels on Naples particular attention was paid in selecting the 180 to 200 labels available. Every wine was hand-selected to pair with the menu items.

They source as much of the fresh produce used at the restaurant as available from Lot 59 urban farm located in nearby Signal Hill.