Show Introduction and Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris

SoCal Restaurant Show

The Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester New York is truly a world of Imagination. “It’s the ultimate play destination for all ages! Guests explore New York’s largest year-round cultural attraction and experience two floors – more than a city block long – of hands-on, dynamic, interactive exhibit spaces. Discover the world’s largest collection of toys, dolls, and games. The Strong is home to the National Toy Hall of Fame and the World Video Game Hall of Fame. The latest attraction is the recently opened 90,000 sq. ft. expansion.” Our playful guide is Shane Rhinewald, Senior Director of Public Relations for The Strong Museum.

“Fatty Mart is Chef David Kuo’s (Little Fatty) answer to the need for an eco-conscious, fully stocked convenience store offering multicultural specialties in the heart of Mar Vista. Little Fatty offers dine-in, grab + go, and eventually will offer delivery, too. The offerings (including salivating fresh prepared ethnic foods) are inspired by the diverse food cultures of Los Angeles. Chef David has partnered with local growers to provide quality ingredients, with sustainability at the core of his mission. Chef Kuo is a first-generation Angeleno and finds inspiration from the food he grew up eating at home. The name “little fatty” is the translation of Kuo’s childhood nickname, “xiao pang” given to him by his family.” The Head Fatty himself, Chef David Kuo, takes a brief break from his busy kitchens to join us.

Considering stress-free restaurant options for that Thanksgiving feast? The bay view Winery Restaurant and Wine Bar in Newport Beach known for impeccable service and warm hospitality is a worthy option. For Thanksgiving it’s a three-course prix fixe-menu from Executive Chef & Partner Yvon Goetz with choices within each course for a reasonable $95 per guest plus tax and gratuity. Main Course options are a choice of Traditional Maple Glazed Free Range Turkey, Zinfandel Braised Short Rib, Jumbo Wild White Shrimp and Orange-Honey Glazed Pork Chop. Thanksgiving meal service on Thursday, November 28, is from Noon to 7:30 p.m. Reservations are essential. The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar in Tustin (the original) is also hosting a Thanksgiving prix-fixe menu. “Focused on successfully pairing contemporary California regional cuisine, with a hip, vibrant, sophisticated setting, to create a leading-edge dining experience.” Chef Yvon joins us to preview his Thanksgiving Menu at The Winery Restaurant Newport Beach and The Winery Restaurant Tustin.

“There’s just something about a new pair of jammies that says ‘cozy and safe’ to kids, and Huntington Meats at The Original Farmers Market at Third & Fairfax is again doing their part to make sure nightly bedtime rituals like fresh pajamas will provide a reassuring and peaceful good night to in-need children this holiday season. Huntington Meats' sister shop Farmers Market Poultry will also be participating in the drive. The two shops offering quality product are coming together to participate in the 4th Holiday Kids Pajama Drive to take place the entire month of November. The goal is to collect 300 pairs of pajamas for distribution to the Union Rescue Mission in downtown Los Angeles.” Proprietor Jim Cascone joins us providing an overview of the Holiday effort.

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) provides another timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries. Thanksgiving is fast approaching. Chef Andrew is a fountain of genuinely useful, stress-free Thanksgiving cooking tips which he generously shares. This week’s tip is everything you want to know about the cranberry sauce. Is it best to go with the convenient Ocean Spray in the can or is there perhaps an easy and quick recipe to create a worthy Cranberry sauce on your own?

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