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The LA Food Podcast

Acquired Taste Media
The Bear
Los Angeles
LA Food Podcast
Bill Esparza
Season 3
Hulu
Good Girl Snacks
Pickles
Hot Girl Pickles
First Light Farms
Top Chef Season 21
Tacos
Michelin Guide
NOMA
Top Chef
Independent Hospitality Coalition
Sage Vegan Bistro
Macadamia Nuts
Chicago
Ted Lasso

The LA Food Podcast is where LA’s top chefs, boldest food stories, and biggest restaurant moments all collide. Hosted by Luca Servodio, the official hype man of Los Angeles restaurants, we dig deep into what’s happening across the most exciting food city on the planet — Los Angeles. We’ve chopped it up with legends like Wolfgang Puck, Brooke Williamson, Joe Sasto, and more. Expect chef interviews,... more

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Today on The LA Food Podcast, James Beard Award-winning author, restaurateur, and longtime Angeleno Noah Galuten joins as guest co-host for a wide-ranging conversation on LA’s past, present, and future as a food city.

In a moment where the restauran... more

This week on The LA Food Podcast, Luca Servodio and Karen Palmer break down the biggest restaurant industry story of the year: the escalating Noma scandal surrounding chef René Redzepi and the $1,500-per-person Noma pop-up in Los Angeles.

Following ... more

A new podcast is hitting the LA Food Podcast feed.

Welcome to the debut episode of Couch Potatoes: A Food TV Podcast. To kick things off, Luca Servodio and Father Sal are joined by Bits Nicholas of Compliments to the Chef to preview Top Chef Season ... more

Matt Rodbard of This Is TASTE joins Luca Servodio as guest co-host on The LA Food Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of food media, restaurant discovery, and what’s happening right now in the LA dining scene.

They dig into Rodb... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Ignacio White
Activist organizer behind the protest against Noma, also known as Microbes Vibes
Protest organizer / One Fair Wage collaborator
Episode: Noma-Gate in LA: The Timeline, The Fallout & The Protest Press Conference
Matt Rodbard
Editor-in-chief of TASTE and host of This Is TASTE
Taste
Episode: Matt Rodbard Co-Hosts: Sqirl By Night, More Noma Thoughts & the Food Media Startup Ignoring the Algorithm
Tito Melega
Partner, MVA.wine
MVA.wine
Episode: Is Michelin Wrong About SELINE? A Gloomy James Beard Industry Report & The Guys Disrupting the Wine Club
Laurent Vernes
Founder, MVA.wine
MVA.wine
Episode: Is Michelin Wrong About SELINE? A Gloomy James Beard Industry Report & The Guys Disrupting the Wine Club
Max Reis
Beverage director at Mirate and Daisy Margarita Bar
Mirate and Daisy Margarita Bar
Episode: Eater Takes Max & Helen's Heat, New York Times Declares LA's "Essential" Dishes & Echo Park Survives The LA Food Pod Bar Crawl. Plus, Mirate/Daisy Margarita Bar's Max Reis on Mezcal & More.
Alison Roman
Best-selling cookbook author known for her impactful culinary creations.
Episode: Alison Roman on AI, LA Dining & Reinvention. Plus, Major Noma Drama, @ComfyWithKerry Episode Fallout & a Major RVR Apology.
Adam Weisblatt
Co-founder and partner of Last Word Hospitality
Last Word Hospitality
Episode: LA's James Beard Supremacy; Noma Silences the Haters (Kind Of); Plus, Revenge of the Neighborhood Restaurant with Adam Weisblatt (Last Word Hospitality) & DK Kolender (Hermon's).
DK Kolender
Chef and partner of Hermon's, one of LA's high-end restaurants
Hermon's
Episode: LA's James Beard Supremacy; Noma Silences the Haters (Kind Of); Plus, Revenge of the Neighborhood Restaurant with Adam Weisblatt (Last Word Hospitality) & DK Kolender (Hermon's).
Jason Lee
Host of the Expense Account podcast, a food culture commentary show.
Expense Account
Episode: In Defense of Noma's $1500 Price Tag (Not Really). Plus, Jason Lee of Expense Account.

Host

Luca Servodio
Host known for his engaging and humorous approach to sharing insights from the Los Angeles food scene and chef interviews.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 85 ratings
  • Because you asked us to …

    Ok, I’ll bite.

    Episode chef’s kiss: giving Seline its flowers.

    Episode big miss: dissing the mustard leaf course, which is objectively incorrect.

    Life chef’s kiss: Father Sal making it official.

    Life big miss: Watching yourself run a red light on repeat.

    (In case I need to say this, this podcast is awesome and everybody should listen to it.)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wannabe food podcaster
    United States19 days ago
  • The real deal

    A food podcast where the host knows what they are talking about. It’s not dumbed down, but is still inclusive. It’s of the moment and hyper-local, but keeps the bigger picture top of mind. Luca and Sal do the work so I trust every review….but I refuse to call Sal “Father”. That’s weird. Also cut my pizza, I don’t work there.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C.B. Stone
    United Statesa month ago
  • Amazing podcasts with amazing people!

    I don’t actually live in LA (OC girl here), and I’m not actually able visit most of the restaurants Luca highlights. However, I do love learning about chefs, cooking, LA food and media issues that Luca covers in his pod. His interviews are professional, well researched, and insightful, but also casual enough that you feel like you are there with them. Similarity his co-hosts Sal and Karen both offer different perspectives on LA. Karen being a writer offers a unique insiders view of LA food, and ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OCGirlLovesLA
    United Statesa month ago
  • Most recent episode

    Great show. In the most recent episode referring to the lady who leaves reviews calling people scams, you compared her to trump which is pretty intense because he’s a r*pist pdfile. Even though she sucks I think saving that comparison for someone actually truly disgusting would be good. I love when yall are hyperbolic, and that reviewer sucks, but reserve that comparison for someone truly heinous. Love yall

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BannakThatChoop
    United Statesa month ago
  • My fav podcast

    A really great way to catch up with local and national going-ons around food! Luca has a really great balance of detail and seriousness that makes it easy to relate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Asang490
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

There's a strong focus on current food trends and community insights, making it relevant and exciting for food lovers.
Listeners rave about the insightful and entertaining conversations surrounding LA's dining scene.
Audiences appreciate the informative content that covers both well-known and under-the-radar eateries.
The hosts' chemistry and humor make for an engaging listening experience, often drawing praise for their authenticity.

Chart Rankings

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

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#66
United States/Arts/Food
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#54
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#197
United Kingdom/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#180
France/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#13
Switzerland/Arts/Food
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#80
Finland/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Matt Rodbard Co-Hosts: Sqirl By Night, More Noma Thoughts & the Food Media Startup Ignoring the Algorithm
Q: What are your thoughts on Caper Media and its approach to food journalism?
Matt explains why he supports Caper Media's equity-backed model, its focus on industry-level reporting, and how it differs from traditional consumer-focused food media.
Matt Rodbard Co-Hosts: Sqirl By Night, More Noma Thoughts & the Food Media Startup Ignoring the Algorithm
Q: What was your take on the Postcard app and its potential for food media?
Matt discusses Postcard as a potentially transformative tool for aggregating and indexing restaurant coverage, with strong potential to reshape how audiences access and contextualize food media.
Matt Rodbard Co-Hosts: Sqirl By Night, More Noma Thoughts & the Food Media Startup Ignoring the Algorithm
Q: How do you get around when you're in LA? Do you drive?
Matt explains he's a lifelong driver, familiar with LA's layout, and prefers driving over rideshare, reflecting his long-time presence in the city.
Alison Roman on AI, LA Dining & Reinvention. Plus, Major Noma Drama, @ComfyWithKerry Episode Fallout & a Major RVR Apology.
Q: What are three LA restaurants you absolutely love when you're in town?
Roman lists Musso & Frank, a love for Thai food, and tacos at El Chato.
Alison Roman on AI, LA Dining & Reinvention. Plus, Major Noma Drama, @ComfyWithKerry Episode Fallout & a Major RVR Apology.
Q: Where did you like to eat growing up?
Roman discusses a variety of restaurants in Los Angeles, including classic spots for hot dogs and pastrami sandwiches.

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Focused on the vibrant culinary scene of Los Angeles, this podcast connects listeners with top chefs, noteworthy food narratives, and trending restaurant updates. Conversations are lively and often laced with humor, featuring insights from local legends in the food industry, providing a unique perspective on dining experiences. Each episode not only shares interviews with esteemed chefs and restaurateurs but also dives into the underlying trends shaping food culture in the city. The engaging chemistry between hosts and guests offers a candid exploration of LA's dining landscape, making it a must-listen for foodies and culinary enthusiasts alike.

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Recent guests on The LA Food Podcast include:

1. Jason Ignacio White
2. Matt Rodbard
3. Tito Melega
4. Laurent Vernes
5. Max Reis
6. Alison Roman
7. Adam Weisblatt
8. DK Kolender

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