Show 446, October 9, 2021: Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris

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“The Orange County Asian and Pacific Islander Community Alliance (OCAPICA) brings back its “Tastemakers of Orange County” fundraising event on Wednesday, October 13 in the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa. Nearly two dozen local chefs will celebrate the Asian and Pacific Islander community, culture, and heritage by providing guests the opportunity to indulge in one-of-a-kind Asian and Pacific Island-inspired dishes. Proceeds from tickets sold for this event benefit OCAPICA to support mental health, health, workforce, youth in education, and civic engagement opportunities for low-income families throughout Orange County.” Participating Chef Shachi Mehra of ADYA and OCAPICA’s Sora Tanjasiri join us with all the delectable details.

“Dierberg Estate Vineyard and Star Lane Vineyard were founded in 1996. Owners Jim and Mary Dierberg started this project with the intent of creating World-Class wines from three different AVA’s in Santa Barbara County. They began by planting vineyards in both Santa Maria Valley and at the beautiful Star Lane Ranch in Happy Canyon. Finally, with the addition of the Drum Canyon Vineyard in Sta. Rita Hills, Jim and Mary were able to accomplish their goal of crafting unique, terroir-driven wines that capture the best of these three distinctive sites.” “Under the Dierberg label, the focus is on the delicate and elegant Burgundian varietals; whereas, at Star Lane, the focus is on the more robust and powerful Bordeaux varieties. Their dedication to producing the highest quality wines can be seen from the care in the vineyards, through the winemaking process, to the wine in your glass!”

Dierberg Estate Vineyard’s and Star Lane Vineyard’s Hospitality Director, Chris King, joins us to uncork all that is Star Lane Vineyard and Dierberg Estate Vineyard.

“Nicolas Eatery is a family-run restaurant located on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu serving delicious food with French cooking techniques, offering brunch, lunch and dinner service.” Patio seating is available. They celebrated their 2nd Anniversary in September. “The ingredients are fresh and organic and come from local farmers. Nicolas Eatery strives to provide their guests with the best experience. The menu is designed to allow guests to customize their orders as they please.” Proprietor Nicolas Fanucci is our guest.

“Jonathan Club is a private social club with a rich history. Founded in 1895, the Club’s diverse member base enjoys fine dining, athletics and wellness facilities, spa services, social events and award shows. With two locations — one in downtown Los Angeles and one on the Santa Monica beach — Jonathan Club offers its members the very best of Southern California, and so much more.” As part of Jonathan Club’s long commitment to giving back to the community they are hosting the Michelin Stars Under the Stars fundraiser benefiting the Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP) on Friday evening, October 22nd at the original Town Club facility in Downtown Los Angeles. The headlining Chef is Dominique Crenn of the 3 Michelin Star Altier Crenn in San Francisco. The coordinating chef for the festivities is Jonathan Club’s Executive Chef Andreas Roller who joins us with a preview.

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel of the Slapfish Restaurant Group provides another timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where Chef Andrew responds to listeners thoughtful inquiries. It’s National Seafood Month. Chef Andrew explains why that’s a cause for celebration. Also Chef Andrew provides insight on the offshore oil leak from a pipeline off the coast of Huntington Beach and the future implications for area seafood harvested in those waters.

All of this and heaping helpings of extra deliciousness on this week’s not-to-miss show!

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