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SoCal Restaurant Show

Andrew Harris and Andrew Gruel
Melissa's World Variety Produce
Los Angeles
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Huntington Beach
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Ojai Pixie Tangerines
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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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“Where can you enjoy an enormous, loaded potato and live jazz? Where can you find LA’s only floating restaurant for a bowl of chowder? Where can you eat in a historic, fully restored streetcar where Hollywood legends and mobsters once dined? Unique ... more

“Where can you enjoy an enormous, loaded potato and live jazz? Where can you find LA’s only floating restaurant for a bowl of chowder? Where can you eat in a historic, fully restored streetcar where Hollywood legends and mobsters once dined? Unique ... more

“Where can you enjoy an enormous, loaded potato and live jazz? Where can you find LA’s only floating restaurant for a bowl of chowder? Where can you eat in a historic, fully restored streetcar where Hollywood legends and mobsters once dined? Unique ... more

Can you cook a hamburger patty on the stove top or grill from a frozen state with juicy results? What about flavor and texture? Chef Andrew tested this twice with 8 oz. burger patties (one was flash-frozen) cooked in the same carbon steel pan. Chef A... more

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Recent Guests

Armen Karamardian
Chief Executive Officer, Zov's Empire (second generation)
Zov's Empire
Episode: SoCal Restaurant Show July 4, 2026 Hour 1
Morgan Karamardian
Family member involved in operations and marketing
Zov's Empire
Episode: SoCal Restaurant Show July 4, 2026 Hour 1
Dave Harrington
Co-owner and winemaker at Thin Blue Wine
Thin Blue Wine
Episode: SoCal Restaurant Show July 4, 2026 Hour 2
Michele Harrington
Co-owner, designer of wine bottle labels for Thin Blue Wine
Thin Blue Wine
Episode: SoCal Restaurant Show July 4, 2026 Hour 2
Dino Ferraro
Restaurateur and chef of The Black Trumpet Bistro in Huntington Beach
The Black Trumpet Bistro
Episode: Black Trumpet Bistro, Huntington Beach, with Restaurateur & Chef Dino Ferraro Part 2
Rudy Suazo
Chef, Maple Block Meat Co.
Maple Block Meat Co.
Episode: Concern Foundation’s 51st Annual Block Party with Chef Rudy Suazo of Maple Block Meat Co.
Jennifer Naylor
Chef and restaurateur, owner of John Sparr Tavern
John Sparr Tavern
Episode: Restaurateur, Caterer & Chef Jennifer Naylor, John Starr Tavern, Glendale Part 2
Ben Mayo
Winemaker at Le Vigne Winery
Le Vigne Winery
Episode: Le Vigne Winery, Paso Robles with Winemaker Ben Mayo
Sylvia Filippini
Co-founder of Le Vigne Winery
Filippini family / Le Vigne Winery
Episode: Le Vigne Winery, Paso Robles with Winemaker Ben Mayo

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.

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#99
Indonesia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#178
South Korea/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

SoCal Restaurant Show June 27, 2026 Hour 2
Q: What makes John Sparr Tavern stand out as a neighborhood tavern, not a corporate restaurant?
Jennifer Naylor explains that the tavern preserves a warm, clubby, non-corporate feel with from-scratch kitchen components, a focus on elevated yet familiar dishes, and a personal touch from founder Rick Powell who remains a friendly, integral presence.
SoCal Restaurant Show July 4, 2026 Hour 2
Q: What motivates your charity efforts alongside the restaurant business?
Dave and Michele Harrington explain that pro-American values and giving back to first responders and military families drive their wine label and charity work, with Bottle donations to fundraisers and a cash donation through Tunnel to Towers.
Zov’s in Tustin with Armen & Morgan Karamardian. Update on transformation of Enderle Center into Campo on 17th. Part 2
Q: What are some of the more popular menu items, and what carryovers from the original Zov's remain?
The San Clemente menu emphasizes kebabs (beef, chicken, lula kebab, or shrimp) with jasmine rice pilaf and tomato cucumber salad, while headliners include Head & Shoulders and the Mezza platter with hummus and lebni. Classic lamb dishes and lamb burgers remain favorites, with Mediterranean ingredients like feta and sun-dried tomatoes continuing to appear across stores; dishes are sometimes re-imagined but rarely removed entirely, preserving nostalgic items like pork chops in a different presentation.
Le Vigne Winery, Paso Robles with Winemaker Ben Mayo
Q: Can you tell us about the Nikiara blend and why it's been a flagship for Le Vigne?
Nikiara is a Bordelais-style blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, and Malbec; it changes year to year based on what varietals stand out, giving us creativity and flexibility, making it a crowd favorite and a strong flagship for the winery.
Le Vigne Winery, Paso Robles with Winemaker Ben Mayo
Q: But let's talk about the two flagship wines, Ben, if we can.
We discussed the Isabella Estate Sparkling wine, including its base from San Gervaisi, the traditional method used to create the sparkling wine, and the rosé and blanc de noir variations that have been popular with guests.

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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. Armen Karamardian
2. Morgan Karamardian
3. Dave Harrington
4. Michele Harrington
5. Dino Ferraro
6. Rudy Suazo
7. Jennifer Naylor
8. Ben Mayo

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