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SoCal Restaurant Show

Andrew Harris and Andrew Gruel
Melissa's World Variety Produce
Los Angeles
Pizza City Fest LA
Oceanside
OC Restaurant Week
Valentine's Day
Las Vegas
Socal Pizza Week
Newport Beach Restaurant Week
Dine LA
Bocuse D'or
Masters Of Taste
Italian Cuisine
Terranea Resort
Merenda Wine Bar
Culinary Arts
Lunar New Year
Vegas Unstripped
Coastal Mississippi
QUA Contemporary Chinese Cuisine

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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Anne Marie Panoringan is Culture OC’s well-informed food columnist. She reports industry news, current events and trends. Anne Marie also contributes regularly to Eater Los Angeles, LAist, TASTE and a host of other well-respected and noteworthy publi... more

“John Sparr Tavern in Glendale was founded by Rick Powell and Dave Fink, ex-Disney Imagineers who have lived in Glendale for the past 30 years. It was their upstate New York roots that brought about the idea to build an East coast neighborhood tavern... more

Anne Marie Panoringan is Culture OC’s well-informed food columnist. She reports industry news, current events and trends. Anne Marie also contributes regularly to Eater Los Angeles, LAist, TASTE and a host of other well-respected and noteworthy publi... more

“John Sparr Tavern in Glendale/Montrose was founded by Rick Powell and Dave Fink, ex-Disney Imagineers who have lived in Glendale for the past 30 years. It was their upstate New York roots that brought about the idea to build an East coast neighborho... more

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Recent Guests

Rinna Lee
Co-founder of Joimo Kombucha
Joimo Kombucha
Episode: Joimo Kombucha, Los Angeles, with Co-Founder Rinna Lee Part 1
Robert Kronfli
Co-founder of Bacari Restaurant Group
Bacari Restaurant Group / Kronfli Brothers
Episode: Robert Kronfli, Co-Founder, Bacari Restaurants, Los Angeles, Glendale, Beverly Hills, Culver City, Long Beach & San Diego Part 1
Chris Yang
Chef with James Beard Foundation nomination
Yang's Kitchen
Episode: Joimo Kombucha, Los Angeles, with Co-Founder Rinna Lee Part 2
Luis Sierra
Executive chef, Picala Spanish Kitchen
Acme Hospitality
Episode: SoCal Restaurant Show June 13, 2026 Hour 2
Zach Brooks
Founding General Manager, Smorgasburg LA
Smorgasburg LA
Episode: SoCal Restaurant Show June 13, 2026 Hour 2
Michele Galifi
Owner-chef of Bianca Sicilian Trattoria
Bianca Sicilian Trattoria
Episode: Bianca Sicilian Trattoria, Arts District, DTLA with Chef Michele Galifi Part 2
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
Proprietor of Coastline Pizzeria
Coastline Pizzeria
Episode: Coastline Pizza, Mission Viejo, with Proprietors Jason Martin & Gabe Wood Part 1
Gabe Wood
Co-proprietor of Coastline Pizzeria
Coastline Pizzeria
Episode: Coastline Pizza, Mission Viejo, with Proprietors Jason Martin & Gabe Wood Part 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
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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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#87
Indonesia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#104
South Korea/Arts/Food

Talking Points

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Picala Spanish Kitchen, Cumulus District, L.A. with Executive Chef Luis Sierra Part 2
Q: What inspired your move from New York to Los Angeles and how did that lead you to Picala?
A combination of changes during 2020-2023, moving to West LA to join a project with notable figures like Alice Waters and David Tanis, which aligned with exploring new culinary direction and opportunities for growth.
Joimo Kombucha, Los Angeles, with Co-Founder Rinna Lee Part 2
Q: How long does it take to develop a new flavor from concept to testing, and what is the R&D process like?
The development involves sourcing ingredients from commercial providers, small-batch testing, team tastings, and iterative feedback to decide if a flavor is ready for broader production, with scheduling coordinated around factory tours and leadership from the head brewer and founder.
Joimo Kombucha, Los Angeles, with Co-Founder Rinna Lee Part 2
Q: What are some boutique retailers that carry Joimo, and where can customers find it?
Joimo is carried in multiple LA-area retailers and is also available via Instagram and the official website, with a growing network of stores including local markets and specialty shops.
Bianca Sicilian Trattoria, Arts District, DTLA with Chef Michele Galifi Part 2
Q: Tell us about your octopus dish at Bianca Sicilian Trattoria.
The octopus is slow-cooked for about four hours with bay leaves, oil, salt and pepper to preserve its natural flavor, then cooled, sliced, and served with a lemon-forward aioli and a contrasting roasted, charred tentacle for texture.
Joimo Kombucha, Los Angeles, with Co-Founder Rinna Lee Part 1
Q: Can you kind of give us the overview there and also why it always needs to be slightly alcoholic?
She describes kombucha as a fermented sweet tea, notes Joimo is a fermented oolong tea, and explains the trace alcohol resulting from sugar converting during fermentation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About SoCal Restaurant Show

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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. Rinna Lee
2. Robert Kronfli
3. Chris Yang
4. Luis Sierra
5. Zach Brooks
6. Michele Galifi
7. Dustin Trani
8. Jason Martin

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