Tasting Arcadia

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By: Karen Mac Nair

Tasting Arcadia takes you on a culinary journey as we celebrate the food and drinks from all the different restaurants in Arcadia and throughout the San Gabriel Valley. We’ll interview guests that will share with you their favorite dishes. And upcoming tasting and food events.

Episode 21 - XOLO Tequila
#21
Last Thursday at 6:00 PM

Ever wondered what drives someone to abandon a stable career and pour their life savings into creating premium tequila during a global pandemic? In this episode of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair, she sits down with Ernesto, the passionate founder of XOLO Tequila, who did exactly that. And shares what he is bringing to the Taste of Arcadia.

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Episode 20 - All India Cafe
#20
Last Tuesday at 5:00 PM

Step into the aromatic world of authentic Indian cuisine on Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair as she sits down with the Santokh Singh and Harsimran Singh Khinda, father and son, owners of All India Cafe in Downtown Arcadia. Their culinary journey spans continents and generations, starting from farmlands in Punjab, India to establishing three successful restaurant locations across California. They also share what they are bringing to Taste of Arcadia!

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Episode 19 - Cabrera's Mexican Restaurant
#19
Last Monday at 10:00 PM

This Episode of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair, she talks with Manny Cabrera and Guillermo Torres founder and owner of Cabrera's Mexican Cuisine. Mexican food that is from authentic family recipes and passionate tradition. From their humble beginnings in Arcadia in 1985 to expanding across three vibrant locations in the San Gabriel Valley, the Cabrera family brings the heart and soul of Michoacan cuisine to Southern California. 

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Episode 18 - Mamma's Juicery
#18
08/22/2025

On today’s episode of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair dives into the refreshing world of cold-pressed juicing with Alejandro and Brandon from Mamma's Juicery, a family-owned, Latina-operated business bringing health and flavor to the San Gabriel Valley.

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Episode 17 - The World Famous Derby
#17
08/18/2025

Step into a century of culinary history as Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair welcomes Tyler from The Derby, Arcadia's legendary World Famous Derby that has been serving the community for an astounding 103 years. Our conversation unveils the fascinating journey of this iconic establishment, from its humble beginnings as the Proctor Tavern in 1922 to becoming a treasured landmark. Also, sharing what The Derby is bringing to the Taste of Arcadia!

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Episode 16 - Kin Khao
#16
08/14/2025

On this Episode of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair, you'll discover the heartwarming story behind Kin Khao, a family-owned Thai eatery that brings generations of home recipes to Monrovia's dining scene. General Manager Pinky takes us on a delicious journey through their menu and what they are bringing to the Taste of Arcadia.

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Episode 15 - Don Ricardo's Bar and Grill
#15
08/12/2025

Family legacy meets culinary passion at Don Ricardo's Bar and Grill, In this mouth-watering episode of Taste of Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair, Gumaro shares the heartfelt story behind their restaurant - named to honor his grandfather Ricardo - and share what they are bringing to the Taste of Arcadia.

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Episode 14 - Sweet Nothings Cake Shop
#14
08/07/2025

Craving something sweet? You're in luck! On this episode of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair is taking you on a sweet journey with Isabel, owner of Sweet Nothings Cake Shop in Duarte. Isabel’s delicious, sweet treats will also be featured at the Taste of Arcadia. 

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Episode 13 - Mt Lowe Brewing Company
#13
08/05/2025

Raise a glass to community and craft brewing! Our conversation on Tasting Arcadia is with Joey, manager of Mount Lowe Brewing Company, reveals the heart behind Arcadia's only brewery and what makes it such a beloved local business. Also, will be featuring some of their favorite beers at the Taste of Arcadia.

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Episode 12 - Andres, owner of Goki Cafe in Arcadia
#12
07/31/2025

On Episode 12 Karen Mac Nair talks with Andres, owner of Goki Cafe where Mexican culinary traditions meet contemporary creativity in the heart of Arcadia. Goki Cafe will be presenting some of their dishes at the Taste of Arcadia. 

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Episode 11 - Joshua Evangelista, Executive Chef at the Double Tree Hotel Monrovia
#13
07/28/2025

Culinary passion reignited! Join us on the Episode 11 of the second season of Tasting Arcadia, for a mouthwatering conversation with Josh, the executive chef at Double Tree Hotel Monrovia. Josh reveals the surprising story of how he nearly abandoned his 20-year cooking career—until his growing family sparked a renewed love for creating memorable food experiences.

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Double Tree Hotel - A new twist on hotel dinning
#1
07/28/2025

Tasting Arcadia host Karen Mac Nair CEO of the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce talks with Joshua Evangelista who is the Executive Chef at the Double Tree Hotel Monrovia share some of his secret recipes that will also be featured at the Taste of Arcadia.

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Episode 10 - Jonathan Rodriguez with CA Flat Fee
#10
09/05/2024

Episode 10 of Tasting Arcadia Karen Mac Nair talks with Jonathan Rodriquez of CA Flat Fee one of the Business Showcases featured at the Taste of Arcadia.

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CA Flat Fee Real Estate Episode 10
#10
09/02/2024

On Episode 10 of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair talks with Jonathan Rodriguez, Co-Owner of CA Flat Fee Real Estate in Arcadia. Also Gold Sponor of the Taste Of Arcadia. 

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Max's Mexican Cuisine Episode 9
08/29/2024

On Episode 9 of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair talks with Co-Owner Angelica Avtcaga, and Jessica Avtcaga Social Media Guru of Max's Mexican Cuisine.

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Episode 9 - Max's Mexican Cuisine
#9
08/29/2024

Episode 9 of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair features Max's Mexican Cuisine in Monrovia and Azusa.

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Dance Syndicate Entertainment Episode 8
08/26/2024

On Episode 8 of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair talks with Owner John Villa of Dance Syndicate Disc Jockey Entertainment. 

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Episode 8 - Dance Syndicate Entertainment
#8
08/26/2024

On Episode 8 of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair talks with Owner John Villa of Dance Syndicate Disc Jockey Entertainment.

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Little Provence Cafe Episode 7
08/22/2024

Episode 7 of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair features  General Manager, Julie Mason of Little Provence Café - French Restaurant in Arcadia.

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Episode 7 - Little Provence Cafe
#7
08/22/2024

Episode 7 of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair features  General Manager, Julie Mason of Little Provence Café - French Restaurant in Arcadia.

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Outback Steakhouse Episode 6
08/19/2024

On Episode 6 of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair talks with Managing Partner Jaimee Reimer of the Outback Steakhouse in Arcadia. 

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Episode 6 - Outback Steakhouse
#6
08/17/2024

On Episode 6, Karen Mac Nair talks with Jaimee Reimer, Managing Partner of the Outback Steakhouse.

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Episode 5 Dave and Busters
#5
08/15/2024

On Episode 5 of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair talks with Events Sales Manager Michelle Do with Dave and Buster’s located inside The Shops of Santa Anita, Arcadia.

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Episode 5 Dave and Busters
#5
08/15/2024

On Episode 5 of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair talks with Events Sales Manager Michelle Do with Dave and Buster’s located inside The Shops of Santa Anita, Arcadia.

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Episode 4 Mélange inside Le Méridien Pasadena Arcadia
#4
08/15/2024

Episode 4 of Tasting Arcadia features  Executive Chef, Gabriel “Gab” Colunga and Tess Deregla, Director of Food and Beverage of Mélange Restaurant inside Le Meridien Pasadena Arcadia.

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Episode 4 Mélange inside Le Méridien Pasadena Arcadia
08/12/2024

Episode 4 of Tasting Arcadia features  Executive Chef, Gabriel “Gab” Colunga and Tess Deregla, Director of Food and Beverage of Mélange Restaurant inside Le Meridien Pasadena Arcadia.

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Episode 3 - Mt. Lowe Brewing Co.
#3
08/09/2024

Episode 3 of Tasting Arcadia features Joey Rodriguez, the Talent/Face/Manager of Mt. Lowe Brewing Co.

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Episode 3 - Mt. Lowe Brewing Co.
08/08/2024

Episode 3 of Tasting Arcadia features Joey Rodriguez, the Talent/Face/Manager of Mt. Lowe Brewing Co.

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Episode 2 - The Derby
#2
08/05/2024

On episode 2 of Tasting Arcadia features Tyler Zikuski, General Manager of the World Famous Derby in Arcadia.

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Episode 2 - The Derby
#2
08/05/2024

On episode 2 of Tasting Arcadia features Tyler Zikuski, General Manager of the World Famous Derby in Arcadia.

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Episode 1 - Pure Media Marketing and Cabrera's
#1
08/01/2024

Arcadia Chamber of Commerce is proud to have their own Podcast Show! We'll be highlighting the Taste of Arcadia and we are calling this Podcast "Tasting Arcadia".
Our first episode features guests, Christine Zito, owner of Pure Media Marketing in Downtown Arcadia and Ulises Gutierrez with Cabrera's Mexican Cuisine.

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