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SoCal Restaurant Show

Andrew Harris and Andrew Gruel
Melissa's World Variety Produce
Oceanside
Las Vegas
Pizza City Fest LA
Los Angeles
OC Restaurant Week
Valentine's Day
Swell Plates
Italian Cuisine
Socal Pizza Week
Newport Beach Restaurant Week
Dine LA
Bocuse D'or
Masters Of Taste
Fried Chicken
Cordevalle Winery
Orange County
California
Terranea Resort
Electric Bleu

Featuring some of Southern California's finest chefs, restaurateurs, mixologists and wine aficionados, the SoCal Restaurant Show provides a wealth of information, news and interviews with the top people in the food world. Hosted by Andy Harris and Chef Andrew Gruel of the Slapfish Restaurant Group, we provide 2 hours of great entertainment each week.

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tsp Baking Company (a proudly female-owned enterprise) in North Las Vegas is the realized dream of home baker turned pro, Kari Garcia. Their diverse menu of mini cupcakes, cookies, cakes and custom cakes changes monthly. They do ship cookies by the d... more

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Recent Guests

Qiana Mafnas
Co-conspirator and creator of the Long Beach Barbecue Festival
Axiom Kitchen Smoked Meats & BBQ
Episode: SoCal Restaurant Show May 16, 2026 Hour 2
Justin Escobedo
Pitmaster of El Guero y La Flaca Craft Barbecue and Desserts
El Guero y La Flaca Craft Barbecue and Desserts
Episode: SoCal Restaurant Show May 16, 2026 Hour 2
Tristan Beeman
Representative at The Wine Exchange
Wine Exchange, Santa Ana
Episode: SoCal Restaurant Show May 16, 2026 Hour 2
Jet Tila
Emeritus host and TV personality
SoCal Restaurant Show
Episode: SoCal Restaurant Show May 16, 2026 Hour 2
Max Lesser
Proprietor and general manager of Henrietta in Echo Park
Henrietta
Episode: Henrietta in Echo Park with Restaurateur Max Lesser Part 1
Jason Benavente
Chef Day Cuisine lead at Terranea, previously with Nobu and Bottega Louis
Terranea Resort
Episode: Terranea Resort, Rancho Palos Verdes with Executive Chef Andrew Vaughan Part 1
Andrew Vaughn
Executive Chef, Terranea Resort
Terranea Resort
Episode: Terranea Resort, Rancho Palos Verdes with Executive Chef Andrew Vaughan Part 2
Michael Solomonov
Philadelphia-based chef known for Zahav and Cook'n Solo
Zahav Foods; CookNSolo Restaurants
Episode: Celebrity Chef and Restaurateur Michael Solomonov of Zahav Foods and CookNSolo Restaurants Part 1
Mike Solomonov
Philadelphia restaurateur and chef, CookNSolo co-founder
Zahav/CookNSolo Restaurants
Episode: SoCal Restaurant Show May 9, 2026 Hour 1

Hosts

Andy Harris
Host of the show, introduces guests and leads conversations
Andrew Gruel
Co-host and Chef, host and executive producer involvement

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 6 ratings
  • Interesting and informative interviews

    I like learning about these restaurants and other establishments in the Southern California area. I enjoyed the interview with the head distiller at R6 Distillery; Smokey Hollow Tasting & Tap Room in El Segundo.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JD Beach
    United States8 years ago

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Varied guests keep the content fresh and relevant to Southern California dining scenes.
Guest diversity ranges from chefs to producers, helpful for PR and sponsorship pitches.
Strong emphasis on community, local sourcing, and hospitality appeals to operators and enthusiasts.
Engaging local-focused food conversations with practicalindustry insights.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#54
Indonesia/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Master Baker Chef Alex Peña with The Mexican Baker Part 2
Q: What are Besos?
Besos are a chapter-focused pastry in The Mexican Bakery that blends two dough parts with a berry or pineapple filling and a coconut coating, essentially a cousin of a snowball with multiple regional names.
Master Baker Chef Alex Peña with The Mexican Baker Part 1
Q: What is the best website for our listeners to get more information?
The site is bakingevolution.com, which covers the school and related resources.
Master Baker Chef Alex Peña with The Mexican Baker Part 1
Q: You also teach. Tell us about your baking school.
He explains the Duarte baking school, available in-person and online, with a focus on technique, history, and 14 curriculums.
Master Baker Chef Alex Peña with The Mexican Baker Part 1
Q: Absolutely. Now Alex, this is something nobody can agree on. In terms of your research, how many distinct culinary regions are there in Mexico?
He describes a layered history with influences from the Fertile Crescent, Moorish and Spanish influences, and differentiates five broad categories of Mexican bread.
Master Baker Chef Alex Peña with The Mexican Baker Part 1
Q: Alex, let's talk a little bit about your background because your family's bakery was really a landmark.
Peña discusses growing up with a bakery heritage, Barbara Hanson's influence, and how those experiences shaped his career and the LA food scene.

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Frequently Asked Questions About SoCal Restaurant Show

What is SoCal Restaurant Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A locally rooted culinary show highlighting Southern California dining scenes through conversations with restaurant owners, chefs, and beverage professionals. Episodes frequently feature new restaurant launches, seasonal menu previews, wine and cocktail tastings, and regional event guides (such as food festivals and resort dining programs). The hosts emphasize community, local sourcing, and hospitality, often centering on hands-on operations, menu design ideas, and producer spotlights. Notable signatures include live segments with prominent chefs, resort dining updates, and festival-focused discussions that blend culinary storytelling with practical industry insights. The format tends to mix profile interviews, market/context discussions, a... more

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1. Qiana Mafnas
2. Justin Escobedo
3. Tristan Beeman
4. Jet Tila
5. Max Lesser
6. Jason Benavente
7. Andrew Vaughn
8. Michael Solomonov

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