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“Son of legendary Chef Emeril Lagasse, E.J. Lagasse is making a splash in the New Orleans culinary scene in his own way. After graduating from culinary school at Johnson & Wales, he spent time refining his skills in some of the world’s most renowned kitchens including Core by Clare Smyth in London and Frantzén in Stockholm. In 2022, E.J. returned to New Orleans to take the helm as Chef, Co-Owner where he leads the day-to-day restaurant operations at Emeril’s . Following an extensive renovation in 2023, the flagship reopened with a refined menu that pays homage to the restaur...

“Delightful and delicious, L.A. Loves Alex’s Lemonade brings superstar chefs, brewers, vintners, and mixologists to Los Angeles in support of Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) and the fight against childhood cancer. The 2026 event is Saturday, October 17th from 12 Noon to 4:00 p.m. on the UCLA Campus on Royce Quad. Hosted by Chef Suzanne Goin and business partner Caroline Styne (The Lucques Group,) along with Chef David Lentz, this family-friendly afternoon features one-of-a-kind food and drink samplings. Guests can meet the chefs behind the dishes and enjoy fine dining flavors from across the country. With over $1.3 million raised...

“Son of legendary Chef Emeril Lagasse, E.J. Lagasse is making a splash in the New Orleans culinary scene in his own way. E.J. fell in love with food at a very young age. Growing up, he worked in the kitchens of his father’s restaurants, including at Meril in New Orleans and Emeril’s Coastal in Florida.” 

“In 2022, E.J. returned to New Orleans to take the helm as Chef, Co-Owner where he leads the day-to-day restaurant operations at Emeril’s . Following an extensive renovation in 2023, the flagship reopened with a refined menu that pays homage to the...

“Son of legendary Chef Emeril Lagasse, E.J. Lagasse is making a splash in the New Orleans culinary scene in his own way. E.J. fell in love with food at a very young age. Growing up, he worked in the kitchens of his father’s restaurants, including at Meril in New Orleans and Emeril’s Coastal in Florida.”

“After graduating from culinary school at Johnson & Wales, he spent time refining his skills in some of the world’s most renowned kitchens including Core by Clare Smyth in London and Frantzén in Stockholm.”

“In 2022, E.J. returned to...

“Son of legendary Chef Emeril Lagasse, E.J. Lagasse is making a splash in the New Orleans culinary scene in his own way. After graduating from culinary school at Johnson & Wales, he spent time refining his skills in some of the world’s most renowned kitchens including Core by Clare Smyth in London and Frantzén in Stockholm. In 2022, E.J. returned to New Orleans to take the helm as Chef, Co-Owner where he leads the day-to-day restaurant operations at Emeril’s . Following an extensive renovation in 2023, the flagship reopened with a refined menu that pays homage to the restaur...

“Delightful and delicious, L.A. Loves Alex’s Lemonade brings superstar chefs, brewers, vintners, and mixologists to Los Angeles in support of Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) and the fight against childhood cancer. The 2026 event is Saturday, October 17th from 12 Noon to 4:00 p.m. on the UCLA Campus on Royce Quad.”

“Hosted by Chef Suzanne Goin and business partner Caroline Styne (The Lucques Group,) along with Chef David Lentz, this family-friendly afternoon features one-of-a-kind food and drink samplings. Guests can meet the chefs behind the dishes and enjoy fine dining flavors from across the country.”

“With over...

“Delightful and delicious, L.A. Loves Alex’s Lemonade brings superstar chefs, brewers, vintners, and mixologists to Los Angeles in support of Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) and the fight against childhood cancer. The 2026 event is Saturday, October 17th from 12 Noon to 4:00 p.m. on the UCLA Campus on Royce Quad.”

“Hosted by Chef Suzanne Goin and business partner Caroline Styne (The Lucques Group,) along with Chef David Lentz, this family-friendly afternoon features one-of-a-kind food and drink samplings. Guests can meet the chefs behind the dishes and enjoy fine dining flavors from across the country.”

“With over...

“Orange County’s wait for its own Levain Bakery ended early last month when the iconic bakery behind New York City’s favorite six-ounce cookies opened its doors at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. Levain’s first Orange County location brings its signature cookies, freshly baked breads, pastries and coffee to the region, marking the bakery’s fourth Southern California location and continuing Levain's thoughtful retail bakery expansion.”


“Having celebrated its milestone 30th anniversary last year, Levain Bakery now introduces its legendary handcrafted cookies, breads, pastries and neighborhood bakery experience to a new community of fans. Located within Fashion Island, Orange County's...

“Orange County’s wait for its own Levain Bakery ended early last month when the iconic bakery behind New York City’s favorite six-ounce cookies opened its doors at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. Levain’s first Orange County location brings its signature cookies, freshly baked breads, pastries and coffee to the region, marking the bakery’s fourth Southern California location and continuing Levain's thoughtful retail bakery expansion.”




“Having celebrated its milestone 30th anniversary last year, Levain Bakery now introduces its legendary handcrafted cookies, breads, pastries and neighborhood bakery experience to a new community of fans. Located within Fashion Island...

Today Chef Andrew provides us with good tips for properly cooking dry pasta in the home kitchen. What is the purpose of salting the water the pasta is cooking in? At what step in the process should you add the salt?

We’re live from Westdrift Manhattan Beach - An Autograph Collection Hotel to celebrate the Saturday night finale of the 3rd Annual Manhattan Beach Food & Wine festival. Westdrift is hosting the Festival taking over the entire spacious grounds of the property. We’re chatting with a handful of the acclaimed celebrity chefs participating from both out-of-town as well as Greater Los Angeles.

Multiple James Beard Award-winning Chef Sherry Yard operates Bakery by The Yard in Manhattan Beach.

“Larry Schaffer, the founder and winemaker of tercero wines went back to school later in life to pursue his pa...

We’re live from Westdrift Manhattan Beach - An Autograph Collection Hotel to celebrate the Saturday night finale of the 3rd Annual Manhattan Beach Food & Wine festival. Westdrift is hosting the Festival taking over the entire spacious grounds of the property. We’re chatting with a handful of the acclaimed celebrity chefs participating from both out-of-town as well as Greater Los Angeles.

Chef Anthony Greco is a Corporate Regional Chef for Porto’s Bakery and culinary leader based in Los Angeles, known for building high-performing teams and strengthening kitchen systems through innovation, training, and mentorship. With a backgr...

Multiple James Beard Award-winning Chef Sherry Yard operates Bakery by The Yard in Manhattan Beach.

For Saturday night at Manhattan Beach Food & Wine she is offering savory, house-baked bagel chips with smoked salmon and a smear, and, later in the evening, “My Mini Pies.”

We’re live from Westdrift Manhattan Beach - An Autograph Collection Hotel to celebrate the Saturday night finale of the 3rd Annual Manhattan Beach Food & Wine festival. Westdrift is hosting the Festival taking over the entire spacious grounds of the property. We’re chatting with a handful of the acclaimed celebrity chefs participating from both out-of-town as well as Greater Los Angeles.

“Festival Founder & Producer Shelby Russell and Culinary Curator & Host Chef Neal Fraser  are responsible for the return of the 3rd Annual Manhattan Beach Food & Wine, Southern California's premier luxury coastal culinary festival. Taking place on Friday, S...

“Chef Jose Baca brings a deep connection to Peruvian cuisine to his work at Westdrift Manhattan Beach and the Jute Costal Bar & Kitchen, where he serves as Executive Chef. His culinary roots trace back to his Peruvian heritage, with a career focused on refining and modernizing traditional Peruvian flavors.”

For Saturday night Chef Jose is presenting Grouper Ceviche and Mushroom Ceviche (the vegan option.) Both are served with sweet potato puree and crispy onions and micro cilantro.

“Celebrity Chef Ben Robinson is accomplished on both land and sea. He worked under Italian master chefs in Florence and gained an apprenticeship at three-Michelin Star restaurant The Fat Duck, based in the United Kingdom. Ben was a head chef on yachts for over ten years, including the largest sailing yacht in the world.”

“Born in Oxford, England he attended boarding school when his parents moved to the U.S. He currently resides in South Florida. You may know him from Bravo Television Network as the OG of Below Deck, Below Deck Mediterranean, and Galley Talk. He is fea...

“Larry Schaffer, the founder and winemaker of tercero wines went back to school later in life to pursue his passion, taking classes at community colleges with kids who literally could have been his kids, and then received his MS in Viticulture and Enology from UC Davis. He moved to the Santa Barbara County wine region, and that is where he has remained since 2005, starting on the winemaking team at Fess Parker Winery and then eventually branching off to start and run tercero wines. Larry is especially adept not only at winemaking but at explaining the process in a very us...

Chef Anthony Greco is a Corporate Regional Chef for Porto’s Bakery and culinary leader based in Los Angeles, known for building high-performing teams and strengthening kitchen systems through innovation, training, and mentorship. With a background spanning luxury hospitality and high-volume production environments, he focuses on elevating quality, developing future leaders, and creating operational consistency that protects the guest experience.

Chef Anthony oversees the uber-busy Porto’s Bakeries in Northridge, West Covina and Buena Park.

Chef Anthony’s creation for Saturday night is Havana Banana with caramelized banana jam, brown sugar pastry cream, Guittard Soleil d’Or W...

“Aarón Sánchez is an award-winning chef, TV personality, author, and philanthropist. He is the host and executive producer of Talking Sabor (PepsiCo’s first ever streaming series, premiered on Hulu), El Toque de Aarón on Discovery Familia and Hogar de HGTV, served as a longtimejudge on FOX’s MasterChef and MasterChef Junior, and is the chef/owner of restaurant Johnny Sánchez in Lake Charles, LA. Aarón is the founder of the Aarón Sánchez Impact Fund. He is also a partner and creative director for COCINA Media.”

Look for Chef Aaron currently on Fo...

“Founded in 1990 by culinary educator and cookbook author Richard Grossman, and in partnership with board Co-chair Marcus Samuelsson, Culinary Careers Program (the benefiting charity for Manhattan Beach Food & Wine) is a national workforce development nonprofit dedicated to training and supporting the next generation of food and hospitality leaders.”

“C-CAP serves communities across Arizona, Baltimore, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Long Island, Philadelphia, Washington D.C. and Maryland. Their unparalleled network of industry contacts includes renowned chefs, hospitality leaders, restaurants, and hotels.”

“C-CAP’s methodology works, and to date has uplifted close to 400,000 students and...

“Festival Founder & Producer Shelby Russell and Culinary Curator & Host Chef Neal Fraser are responsible for the return of the 3rd Annual Manhattan Beach Food & Wine, Southern California's premier luxury coastal culinary festival. Taking place on Friday, September 25, 2026, and Saturday, September 26, 2026, the eagerly anticipated two-night celebration introduces an All-Star Chef Lineup and debut at its exciting new home, westdrift Manhattan Beach, an Autograph Collection Hotel.” Respected winemaker Paul Warson of Warson Wine Co. is one of the participating boutique wineries of note in Manhattan Beach Food & Wine. Warson Wine is pouring both nights. Paul joins us to pop the cork on all t...

Santa Monica’s iconic seafood destination, The Lobster, is celebrating their 27th Anniversary this year. A seafood restaurant has been in this original location for over 100 years.  “This legendary seafood restaurant is an internationally recognized dining destination that is as much a part of Santa Monica’s history as it’s neighbor, the Santa Monica Pier.  Situated at the intersection of Route 66 and the Pacific Ocean, The Lobster has been a cherished landmark for locals and visitors for decades, offering not only mesmerizing views of the Santa Monica Pier and Malibu coastline but also an award-winning seafood menu under the masterful...

Santa Monica’s iconic seafood destination, The Lobster, is celebrating their 27th Anniversary this year. “A seafood restaurant has been in this original location for over 100 years. This legendary seafood spot is an internationally recognized dining destination that is as much a part of Santa Monica’s history as it’s next-door neighbor, the Santa Monica Pier.”

“Situated at the intersection of Route 66 and the Pacific Ocean, The Lobster has been a cherished landmark for locals and visitors for decades, offering not only mesmerizing views of the Santa Monica Pier and Malibu coastline but also an award-winning seafood menu...

Santa Monica’s iconic seafood destination, The Lobster, is celebrating their 27th Anniversary this year. A seafood restaurant has been in this original location for over 100 years.  “This legendary seafood restaurant is an internationally recognized dining destination that is as much a part of Santa Monica’s history as it’s neighbor, the Santa Monica Pier.  Situated at the intersection of Route 66 and the Pacific Ocean, The Lobster has been a cherished landmark for locals and visitors for decades, offering not only mesmerizing views of the Santa Monica Pier and Malibu coastline but also an award-winning seafood menu under the masterful...

Santa Monica’s iconic seafood destination, The Lobster, is celebrating their 27th Anniversary this year. “A seafood restaurant has been in this original location for over 100 years.  This legendary seafood restaurant is an internationally recognized dining destination that is as much a part of Santa Monica’s history as it’s next-door neighbor, the Santa Monica Pier.”

“Situated at the intersection of Route 66 and the Pacific Ocean, The Lobster has been a cherished landmark for locals and visitors for decades, offering not only mesmerizing views of the Santa Monica Pier and Malibu coastline but also an award-winning seafood menu unde...

Festival Founder & Producer Shelby Russell and Culinary Curator & Host Chef Neal Fraser have orchestrated the return of the 3rd Annual Manhattan Beach Food & Wine, Southern California's premier luxury coastal culinary festival. Taking place on Friday, September 25, 2026, and Saturday, September 26, 2026, the eagerly anticipated two-night celebration introduces an All-Star Chef Lineup and debut at its exciting new home, westdrift Manhattan Beach, an Autograph Collection Hotel.”

“Set against the stunning coastal backdrop of one of America’s most beautiful cities, Manhattan Beach Food & Wine is a spectacular two-night strolling culinary extravaganza with two Grand Tasting Celebrations on Friday, September 25, 2026, and Saturd...

​“Festival Founder & Producer Shelby Russell and Culinary Curator & Host Chef Neal Fraser have orchestrated the return of the 3rd Annual Manhattan Beach Food & Wine, Southern California's premier luxury coastal culinary festival. Taking place on Friday, September 25, 2026, and Saturday, September 26, 2026, the eagerly anticipated two-night celebration introduces an All-Star Chef Lineup and debut at its exciting new home, westdrift Manhattan Beach, an Autograph Collection Hotel.”

“Set against the stunning coastal backdrop of one of America’s most beautiful cities, Manhattan Beach Food & Wine is a spectacular two-night strolling culinary extravaganza with two Grand Tasting Celebrations on Friday, September 25, 2026, and Saturday, Septemb...

“Orange County’s favorite celebration of premium spirits is back — and this year, whiskey is sharing the spotlight. The OC Whiskey Festival (& More) returns to The Park in Irvine on Thursday, October 1, bringing together an impressive collection of spirit brands, celebrated local restaurants and interactive experiences for an unforgettable evening.”

“While whiskey remains at the heart of the festival, this year’s expanded event brings spirits of all kinds. Guests will have the opportunity to sample tequila, vodka, gin and more from brands including Teremana Tequila, Ketel One Vodka, Grey Goose Vodka, Tito’s Handmade Vodka and Nolet’s Gin, w...

“The James Beard Foundation’s Taste America® presented by American Express and Resy brings together chefs, special guests, and diners from across the country to celebrate the local independent restaurants at the heart of our communities. A cohort of chefs, representing 20 markets across the country and known as the TasteTwenty, will host dinners and walk-around tastings spotlighting the breadth and unity of culinary creativity nationwide.”

“The walk-around tasting at The LINE LA on Tuesday evening, October 6th will be an exciting gathering of chefs from the Los Angeles culinary community, with food stations hosted by TasteTwenty chefs Anna Sone...

Today Chef Andrew previews the upcoming California Spiny Lobster Season. There is a difference in flavor and texture from the Maine variety. Both are great examples of the joy of fresh domestic seafood properly prepared. Spiny’s are incredible split in half and grilled on an open flame. That’s definitely some good eating!

“The 6th Annual Long Beach Burger Weekreturns this Sunday, September 13th with twenty plus restaurants participating. The Restaurants will feature special Burger Offers during eight-day Dine-in Event from September 13th to 20th. Long Beach residents and visitors alike are in for a treat once again as a variety of local restaurants will offer unique, over-the-top burgers and value-priced burger offers when the 6th annual Long Beach Burger Week returns September 13-20, 2026. Featured Burgers are value-priced at $5, $10, $15, $20, and $25. Burger Week is even taking “dog friendly” one step further by encouraging restaurants with patios to offer a special $5 Burger Week Menu just f...

“The 6th Annual Long Beach Burger Weekreturns this Sunday, September 13th with twenty plus restaurants participating. The Restaurants will feature special Burger Offers during eight-day Dine-in Event from September 13th to 20th.”

“Long Beach residents and visitors alike are in for a juicy treat once again as a variety of local restaurants will offer unique, over-the-top burgers and value-priced burger offers when the 6th annual Long Beach Burger Week returns September 13-20, 2026. Featured Burgers are value-priced at $5, $10, $15, $20, and $25.”

“Burger Week is even taking “dog friendly” one step further by encouraging restaurants with patios to offer a special $5 B...

“Long Beach residents and visitors alike are in for a treat once again as a variety of local restaurants will offer unique, over-the-top burgers and value-priced burger offers when the 6th annual Long Beach Burger Week returns September 13-20, 2026. Featured Burgers are value-priced at $5, $10, $15, $20, and $25.”

“Burger Week is even taking “dog friendly” one step further by encouraging restaurants with patios to offer a special $5 Burger Week Menu just for dogs.”

“There are no tickets or passes required. Burger lovers are invited to dine-in, take-out or have featured burgers delivered from their favorite restaurants, or order from the websi...

I really apologize for this but there was a major meltdown in the Control Room at AM 830 KLAA on Saturday morning and, sadly, only the first and second, and most of the third segments survived. We’re only posting the Links to the segments that were actually recorded.

“The 6th Annual Long Beach Burger Weekreturns this Sunday, September 13th with twenty plus restaurants participating. The Restaurants will feature special Burger Offers during eight-day Dine-in Event from September 13th to 20th. Long Beach residents and visitors alike are in for a treat once again as a variety of loca...

“On July 26th, Team USA 2027 competed in the Bocuse d’Or Americas competition in New Orleans, Louisiana, alongside esteemed culinary teams representing eight countries from across North, Central, and South America. Following an intense five-and-a-half-hour competition, Team USA captured Gold, marking the fourth time that Team USA has taken first place at the Bocuse d’Or Americas. They are now preparing for the Bocuse d’Or Finals in January 2027 in Lyon, France. Led by Head Chef Vincenzo Loseto and Commis Tyler Higson, with Head Coach Chef Mathew Peters, and Jury Member Chef Robert Sulatycky, Team USA completed the competition’s two sign...

“Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie, The Pastry World Cup, is recognized as the most prestigious Pastry Competition in the World.

Born from the vision of legendary chef Gabriel Paillasson in 1989, the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie was created with the support of the French M.O.F association and the French Pastry Chefs Federation, to elevate pastry to its highest artistic expression.

Every two years in Lyon, France, the world’s finest pastry chefs gather to represent their nations in a celebration of craftsmanship without equal.

With 52 countries competing and mo...

“On July 26th, Team USA 2027 competed in the Bocuse d’Or Americas competition in New Orleans, Louisiana, alongside esteemed culinary teams representing eight countries from across North, Central, and South America. Following an intense five-and-a-half-hour competition, Team USA captured Gold, marking the fourth time that Team USA has taken first place at the Bocuse d’Or Americas. They are now preparing for the Bocuse d’Or Finals in January 2027 in Lyon, France. Led by Head Chef Vincenzo Loseto and Commis Tyler Higson, with Head Coach Chef Mathew Peters, and Jury Member Chef Robert Sulatycky, Team USA completed the competition’s two sign...

“On July 26th, Team USA 2027 competed in the Bocuse d’Or Americas competition in New Orleans, Louisiana, alongside esteemed culinary teams representing eight countries from across North, Central, and South America. Following an intense five-and-a-half-hour competition, Team USA captured Gold, marking the fourth time that Team USA has taken first place at the Bocuse d’Or Americas. They are now actively preparing for the Bocuse d’Or Finals in January 2027 in Lyon, France.”

“Led by Head Chef Vincenzo Loseto and Commis Tyler Higson, with Head Coach Chef Mathew Peters, and Jury Member Chef Robert Sulatycky, Team USA completed th...

Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie, The Pastry World Cup, is recognized as the most prestigious Pastry Competition in the World.

“Born from the vision of legendary chef Gabriel Paillasson in 1989, the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie was created with the support of the French M.O.F association and the French Pastry Chefs Federation, to elevate pastry to its highest artistic expression.”

“Every two years in Lyon, France, the world’s finest pastry chefs gather to represent their nations in a celebration of craftsmanship without equal.

With 52 countries competing and more t...

Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie, The Pastry World Cup, 
is recognized as the most prestigious Pastry Competition in the World.

“Born from the vision of legendary chef Gabriel Paillasson in 1989, the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie was created with the support of the French M.O.F association and the French Pastry Chefs Federation, to elevate pastry to its highest artistic expression.” 

“Every two years in Lyon, France, the world’s finest pastry chefs gather to represent their nations in a celebration of craftsmanship without equal.

 With 52 countries competing and more than 20...