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Show 621, March 22, 2025: “Ask the Chef” with Co-Host Chef Andrew Gruel

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Chef Andrew Gruel of the Calico Fish House

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.

We’re resuming last week’s truncated but provocative conversation about the benefits of butter versus margarine. Chefs clearly prefer to cook with butter and a little can go a long way in terms of adding extra flavor. Margarine is neutral in flavor and hydrogenated to create spreadability.

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

Show 618, March 1, 2025: “Ask the Chef” with Co-Host Chef Andrew Gruel

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Chef Andrew Gruel of the Calico Fish House

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.

Organic foods are very much part of the current culinary conversation. Why is there no certified organic fish and seafood available in the United States? Chef Andrew explains.

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

Show 617, February 22, 2025: “Ask the Chef” with Co-Host Chef Andrew Gruel

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Chef Andrew Gruel of the Calico Fish House

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.

It’s time to revisit 3rd party food delivery. Does it really make sense for a restaurant when the costs are so high? If it’s looked at as a marketing vehicle it’s not cost effective. Is it even a sustainable business model for the delivery services themselves? Chef Andrew explains.

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

Show 610, January 4, 2025: “Ask the Chef” with Co-Host Chef Andrew Gruel

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Chef Andrew Gruel of the Calico Fish House

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.

Looking ahead in 2025 are Smashburgers still a trend? How about more pickling of various vegetables? Chef Andrew shares his informed thoughts.

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

Show 609, December 28, 2024: “Ask the Chef” with Co-Host Chef Andrew Gruel

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Andy Harris and Andrew Gruel at Cabana 14 at the Cove at Pechanga Resort and Casino

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) provides another timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries.

From a chef and restaurateur’s perspective what is Chef Andrew optimistic about and, conversely, what’s of particular concern as we enter 2025? Meanwhile egg prices are still on the rise and there are reported spot shortages at retail.

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

Show 608, December 21, 2024: Show Introduction with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris and “Ask the Chef” with Andrew Gruel

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Chef Andrew Gruel of the Calico Fish House

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) provides another timely and informative pre-Holiday “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries. We’re bringing him on a little early… Chef Andrew is back to his regular time of 11:45 a.m. on December 28th. What’s going on with the rising prices of both eggs and beef? Is price relief in sight after the Holidays? Chef Andrew shares his thoughts.

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

Show 599, October 19, 2024: Co-Host Chef Andrew Gruel with “Ask the Chef”

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Chef Andrew Gruel of Big Parm and the Calico Fish House

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) provides another timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries.

Chef Andrew has spoken extensively about continuing supply chain concerns negatively impacting the restaurant industry. He is a big proponent of enhancing the domestic supply chain and the cost benefits therein. Chef Andrew explains.

Show 595, September 21, 2024: Ask the Chef with Co-Host Chef Andrew Gruel of Calico Fish House

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Chef Andrew Gruel of Big Parm and the Calico Fish House

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) provides another timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries.

Both November 5th Presidential candidates have proposed eliminating the Federal income tax on servers’ Tips / Gratuities. One Candidate has further suggested doing this in combination with a raise in the National Minimum Wage. What is the potential downside to this which, on the surface, sounds appealing? Chef Andrew offers his informed perspective.

Show 593, September 7, 2024: Ask the Chef with Co-Host Chef Andrew Gruel of Calico Fish House

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Chef Andrew Gruel of Big Parm and the Calico Fish House

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) provides another timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries.

Chef Andrew is an unabashed fan of asparagus. In his professional opinion it’s the best vegetable in the garden. “When cooked correctly it’s sweet, grassy, nutty and sometimes even buttery. The problem people have with asparagus is that they don’t prepare it correctly so they end up with either woody, overcooked asparagus that’s hard to chew or bland, underseasoned mushy asparagus.” Chef Andrew joins us with his best tips on properly cooking and preparing asparagus.

Show 587, July 27, 2024: Co-Host Chef Andrew Gruel of Calico Fish House with “Ask the Chef”

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Chef Andrew Gruel of Big Parm and the Calico Fish House

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (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 short and always eagerly anticipated Hatch Chile season has arrived. Chef Andrew discusses why these peppers from New Mexico have such an enthusiastic and loyal following.