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SoCal Restaurant Show

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

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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It’s the last Weekend of Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week and Wildest Restaurant + Bar in Palm Desert is participating. Co-Proprietress & Executive Chef Trilby Tatro takes a break from her busy kitchen to join us. For Greater Palm Springs Restaur... more

Restaurateur Dustin Trani of Trani’s Dockside Station, J. Trani’s Ristorante and Majestic in San Pedro is one of the high-profile participating chefs in Hollywood on the Coast. We’ll meet him.

Coastline Pizzeria in Mission Viejo is far more ambitiou... more

It’s the last Weekend of Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week and Wildest Restaurant + Bar in Palm Desert is participating. Co-Proprietress & Executive Chef Trilby Tatro takes a break from her busy kitchen to join us.

For Greater Palm Springs Restau... more

It’s the last Weekend of Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week and Wildest Restaurant + Bar in Palm Desert is participating. Co-Proprietress & Executive Chef Trilby Tatro takes a 2nd break from her busy kitchen to continue the conversation about Wilde... more

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Recent Guests

Dustin Trani
Chef and restaurateur, Trani's Dockside Station
Trani's Dockside Station (San Pedro)
Episode: SoCal Restaurant Show June 6, 2026 Hour 2
Jason Martin
Co-owner, Coastline Pizzeria
Coastline Pizzeria
Episode: SoCal Restaurant Show June 6, 2026 Hour 2
Gabe Wood
Co-owner, Coastline Pizzeria
Coastline Pizzeria
Episode: SoCal Restaurant Show June 6, 2026 Hour 2
Sherry Yard
Chef/Guest on show
Bakery By The Yard, Manhattan Beach
Episode: SoCal Restaurant Show June 6, 2026 Hour 2
Shelby Russell
Event producer behind Hollywood on the Coast Food & Wine
Hollywood on the Coast Food & Wine
Episode: Hollywood on the Coast Food & Wine Benefit with Organizer Shelby Russell
Carla Hall
Chef and television personality, author
ABC's The Chew
Episode: “Ask the Chef” with Andrew Gruel, Show Co-Host and Restaurateur, Calico Fish House, Huntington Beach
Dani Rothenberg
CEO of Thrifty Ice Cream (new ownership group)
Thrifty Ice Cream
Episode: SoCal Restaurant Show May 30, 2026 Hour 1
Gigi di Bernardo
Owner/primary focus of Hello, You're Welcome in Pasadena
Hello, You're Welcome
Episode: Hello, You’re Welcome, Pasadena with Gigi di Bernardo Part 1
Svetlana Cahill
General Manager, West Drift Manhattan Beach (Autograph Collection by Marriott)
West Drift Manhattan Beach
Episode: Hello, You’re Welcome, Pasadena with Gigi di Bernardo Part 2

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
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    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

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#75
Indonesia/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Hollywood on the Coast Food & Wine Benefit with Organizer Shelby Russell
Q: Can you talk about the two dual beneficiaries for Hollywood on the Coast Food & Wine?
Shelby Russell explains that Variety of Southern California and the Will Rogers Foundation are the heart of the event, focusing on support for children with disabilities and aiding those who work in the film industry during illness or hardship, respectively.
SoCal Restaurant Show June 6, 2026 Hour 2
Q: When will Coastline Pizzeria reopen after the water line issue?
Reopening is planned for June 12th, with repairs underway to restore full service.
SoCal Restaurant Show June 6, 2026 Hour 2
Q: Tell us about mozzarella sticks and how they originate at Coastline.
All mozzarella sticks are made in-house from scratch, with fresh-cut mozzarella, hand-breaded components, and breadcrumb made on-site to ensure freshness and quality.
SoCal Restaurant Show June 6, 2026 Hour 2
Q: Tell us about where your pizza dough comes from and whether it ferments.
We use a 100-year-old sourdough starter with up to a 72-hour cold ferment to develop flavor and texture, aiming for a standout product beyond typical neighborhood pizza.
Coastline Pizza, Mission Viejo, with Proprietors Jason Martin & Gabe Wood Part 1
Q: At Coastline, where does your pizza dough come from and do you ferment it?
They source and develop their dough through a long fermentation process, using a 100-year-old sourdough starter and a 72-hour cold ferment to create a distinct flavor and texture.

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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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Recent guests on SoCal Restaurant Show include:

1. Dustin Trani
2. Jason Martin
3. Gabe Wood
4. Sherry Yard
5. Shelby Russell
6. Carla Hall
7. Dani Rothenberg
8. Gigi di Bernardo

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