SoCal Restaurant Show July 12, 2025 Hour 1

“GAME ON and It’s time to roll the dice, stack the Jenga blocks, and climb the Chutes & Ladders of hope at the Concern Foundation 50th Annual Block Party! Hollywood’s premier outdoor food, beverage, and entertainment extravaganza, transforms the backlot of Paramount Studios Hollywood into the ultimate life-sized game board on Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM. This year marks the golden milestone of 50 incredible years of giving cancer the checkmate, as over 4,000 guests will be treated to a Trivial Pursuit of flavor featuring tastings from over 90 top-tier restaurants, spirits, craft cocktails, wineries, and breweries all while raising critical funds for cancer research! Concern Foundation’s mission is clear, to ensure that every dollar raised is used to identify the cause of and eventual cure for this devastating disease.” Derek Alpert, the President of the Concern Foundation for Cancer Research joins us with a preview of the 50th Annual Block Party.Dulan’s on Crenshaw Soul Food Restaurant and Lawry’s the Prime Rib are participating restaurants in Concern Foundation’s 50th Annual Block Party at Paramount Studios Hollywood on Saturday, July 19th. Each establishment is generously donating their respective tastes (and service) to provide 1,500 portions. Greg Dulan of Dulan’s and Ryan Wilson of Lawry’s The Prime Rib join us previewing their standout tastes for the 50th Block Party.“Chef Betty Fraser and Denise DeCarlo, co-owners of Hollywood’s Hidden House (formerly the Los Angeles-based, award-winning restaurant Grub) and Grub Gals Catering, have created a niche for themselves in a highly competitive field. Their unique sense of style, inventive menus, attention to detail and a never-ending commitment to their guests and community has set them apart in a crowded culinary field. Betty gained national prominence as a standout Cheftestant on Season Two of Bravo’s hit show, “Top Chef,” has been a judge on “Master Chef Junior” and “Man vs. Child,” is frequently seen on the Hallmark Channel show “Home and Family” and is an in-demand guest chef at cooking events throughout the nation. Denise has competed on ABC’s “The Taste” and The Food Network’s “Cutthroat Kitchen.” Together the duo has appeared numerous times on local television stations sharing their recipes and techniques for home audiences.” Chef Betty Fraser is our guest providing an overview of Grub Gals Catering.

“Chef Betty Fraser and Denise DeCarlo, co-owners of Hollywood’s Hidden House (formerly the Los Angeles-based, award-winning restaurant Grub) and Grub Gals Catering, have created a niche for themselves in a highly competitive field. Their unique sense of style, inventive menus, attention to detail and a never-ending commitment to their guests and community has set them apart in a crowded culinary field. Betty gained national prominence as a standout Cheftestant on Season Two of Bravo’s hit show, “Top Chef,” has been a judge on “Master Chef Junior” and “Man vs. Child,” is frequently seen on the Hallmark Channel show “Home and Family” and is an in-demand guest chef at cooking events throughout the nation. Denise has competed on ABC’s “The Taste” and The Food Network’s “Cutthroat Kitchen.” Together the duo has appeared numerous times on local television stations sharing their recipes and techniques for home audiences.” Chef Betty Fraser is our guest providing an overview of Grub Gals Catering.aPizza Doho in Dana Point serves artisan New Haven-style pizza.It’s operated by hospitality industry veterans with years of experience in smoothly running the front-of-the-house as well as inspiring culinary creativity in the kitchen. The theme of aPizza Doho is “Where Great Pizza, Great People, and a Great Place come together!” “They start with an aged biga and allow the dough to ferment for 24 hours. Top that with California organic tomatoes and imported Italian cheeses help create aPizza Doho.” The partners in aPizza Doho are veteran restaurateur Marcos Costas (born and raised on the East Coast), Executive Chef Christopher Christian (a distinguished alum of Fox Restaurant Concepts in Arizona) and his nephew, Pizzaiolo Anthony Christian.”Chef and Restaurateur Christopher Christian pauses stretching the dough rounds to join us.Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (located in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) provides another timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries. The massive spending and budget cut bill passed by Congress and signed on July 4th includes a provision for “NoTax on Tips.” Chef Andrew unbuckles the fine print therein. There is a lot to explain.

“GAME ON and It’s time to roll the dice, stack the Jenga blocks, and climb the Chutes & Ladders of hope at the Concern Foundation 50th Annual Block Party! Hollywood’s premier outdoor food, beverage, and entertainment extravaganza, transforms the backlot of Paramount Studios Hollywood into the ultimate life-sized game board on Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM. This year marks the golden milestone of 50 incredible years of giving cancer the checkmate, as over 4,000 guests will be treated to a Trivial Pursuit of flavor featuring tastings from over 90 top-tier restaurants, spirits, craft cocktails, wineries, and breweries all while raising critical funds for cancer research! Concern Foundation’s mission is clear, to ensure that every dollar raised is used to identify the cause of and eventual cure for this devastating disease.” Derek Alpert, the President of the Concern Foundation for Cancer Research joins us with a preview of the 50th Annual Block Party.Dulan’s on Crenshaw Soul Food Restaurant and Lawry’s the Prime Rib are participating restaurants in Concern Foundation’s 50th Annual Block Party at Paramount Studios Hollywood on Saturday, July 19th. Each establishment is generously donating their respective tastes (and service) to provide 1,500 portions. Greg Dulan of Dulan’s and Ryan Wilson of Lawry’s The Prime Rib join us previewing their standout tastes for the 50th Block Party.“Chef Betty Fraser and Denise DeCarlo, co-owners of Hollywood’s Hidden House (formerly the Los Angeles-based, award-winning restaurant Grub) and Grub Gals Catering, have created a niche for themselves in a highly competitive field. Their unique sense of style, inventive menus, attention to detail and a never-ending commitment to their guests and community has set them apart in a crowded culinary field. Betty gained national prominence as a standout Cheftestant on Season Two of Bravo’s hit show, “Top Chef,” has been a judge on “Master Chef Junior” and “Man vs. Child,” is frequently seen on the Hallmark Channel show “Home and Family” and is an in-demand guest chef at cooking events throughout the nation. Denise has competed on ABC’s “The Taste” and The Food Network’s “Cutthroat Kitchen.” Together the duo has appeared numerous times on local television stations sharing their recipes and techniques for home audiences.” Chef Betty Fraser is our guest providing an overview of Grub Gals Catering.aPizza Doho in Dana Point serves artisan New Haven-style pizza.It’s operated by hospitality industry veterans with years of experience in smoothly running the front-of-the-house as well as inspiring culinary creativity in the kitchen. The theme of aPizza Doho is “Where Great Pizza, Great People, and a Great Place come together!” “They start with an aged biga and allow the dough to ferment for 24 hours. Top that with California organic tomatoes and imported Italian cheeses help create aPizza Doho.” The partners in aPizza Doho are veteran restaurateur Marcos Costas (born and raised on the East Coast), Executive Chef Christopher Christian (a distinguished alum of Fox Restaurant Concepts in Arizona) and his nephew, Pizzaiolo Anthony Christian.”Chef and Restaurateur Christopher Christian pauses stretching the dough rounds to join us.Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (located in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) provides another timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries. The massive spending and budget cut bill passed by Congress and signed on July 4th includes a provision for “NoTax on Tips.” Chef Andrew unbuckles the fine print therein. There is a lot to explain.All of this and heaping helpings of extra deliciousness on this week’s not-to-miss show!

“GAME ON and It’s time to roll the dice, stack the Jenga blocks, and climb the Chutes & Ladders of hope at the Concern Foundation 50th Annual Block Party! Hollywood’s premier outdoor food, beverage, and entertainment extravaganza, transforms the backlot of Paramount Studios Hollywood into the ultimate life-sized game board on Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM. This year marks the golden milestone of 50 incredible years of giving cancer the checkmate, as over 4,000 guests will be treated to a Trivial Pursuit of flavor featuring tastings from over 90 top-tier restaurants, spirits, craft cocktails, wineries, and breweries all while raising critical funds for cancer research!”“The event promises a game night of epic proportions as the streets of the Paramount Backlot transform into a Candy Land of culinary creativity, retro bowling, and musical-fueled celebration. Musical performances by the Tom Nolan Band and on the Main Stage, D' City Sound & Events, and The Vibrato Grill Jazz Stage featuring the Jason Goldstein Sextet with Lilli Passero, and other special artists will set the tone for a high-energy atmosphere.”“In 1968, fifteen Los Angeles based couples came together with one simple goal: CONquer CanCER Now! They wanted to ensure their dollars counted in the fight against cancer when their dear friend, Beverly Wolman, was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 35. They could no longer sit back and continue losing friends to this horrific disease.  Thus, CONCERN Foundation's war on cancer had begun. Concern Foundation’s mission is clear, to ensure that every dollar raised is used to identify the cause of and eventual cure for this devastating disease.”Derek Alpert, the President of the Concern Foundation for Cancer Research joins us with a preview of the 50th Annual Block Party.

“GAME ON and It’s time to roll the dice, stack the Jenga blocks, and climb the Chutes & Ladders of hope at the Concern Foundation 50th Annual Block Party! Hollywood’s premier outdoor food, beverage, and entertainment extravaganza, transforms the backlot of Paramount Studios Hollywood into the ultimate life-sized game board on Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM. This year marks the golden milestone of 50 incredible years of giving cancer the checkmate, as over 4,000 guests will be treated to a Trivial Pursuit of flavor featuring tastings from over 90 top-tier restaurants, spirits, craft cocktails, wineries, and breweries all while raising critical funds for cancer research!”Dulan’s on Crenshaw Soul Food Restaurant and Lawry’s the Prime Rib in Beverly Hills are participating restaurants in Concern Foundation’s 50th Annual Block Party at Paramount Studios Hollywood on Saturday evening, July 19th. Each establishment is generously donating their respective tastes (and service) to provide 1,500 portions. Greg Dulan of Dulan’s and Ryan Wilson of Lawry’s The Prime Rib join us previewing their standout tastes for the 50th Block Party.

“Chef Betty Fraser and Denise DeCarlo, co-owners of Hollywood’s Hidden House (formerly the Los Angeles-based, award-winning restaurant Grub) and Grub Gals Catering, have created a niche for themselves in a highly competitive field. Their unique sense of style, inventive menus, attention to detail and a never-ending commitment to their guests and community has set them apart in a crowded culinary field.”“Betty appeared as a standout Cheftestant on Season Two of Bravo’s hit show, “Top Chef,” has been a judge on “Master Chef Junior” and “Man vs. Child,” is frequently seen on the Hallmark Channel show “Home and Family” and is an in-demand guest chef at cooking events throughout the nation. Denise has competed on ABC’s “The Taste” and The Food Network’s “Cutthroat Kitchen.” Together the duo has appeared numerous times on local television stations sharing their recipes and techniques for home audiences.”“The two have catered events in some of the most upscale locations throughout the Southland including Greystone Mansion, TLC Chinese Theatre, Capitol Records, Rocky Mountain Oaks Winery and countless private homes. They also ran the kitchens at the innovative Red Studios and the historic Fountain Court, a gorgeous oval dining room and event space created by the prestigious architect, Paul Revere Williams.”“Betty serves on the Friends of the Hollywood Central Park Board of Directors. The team also donates their time, food and services to support numerous Hollywood and Los Angeles non-profits. Both women also work with local animal rescue groups to help animals in need.”Chef Betty Fraser stays with us providing an overview of Grub Gals Catering.

“Chef Betty Fraser and Denise DeCarlo, co-owners of Hollywood’s Hidden House (formerly the Los Angeles-based, award-winning restaurant Grub) and Grub Gals Catering, have created a niche for themselves in a highly competitive field. Their unique sense of style, inventive menus, attention to detail and a never-ending commitment to their guests and community has set them apart in a crowded culinary field.”“Betty appeared as a standout Cheftestant on Season Two of Bravo’s hit show, “Top Chef,” has been a judge on “Master Chef Junior” and “Man vs. Child,” is frequently seen on the Hallmark Channel show “Home and Family” and is an in-demand guest chef at cooking events throughout the nation. Denise has competed on ABC’s “The Taste” and The Food Network’s “Cutthroat Kitchen.” Together the duo has appeared numerous times on local television stations sharing their recipes and techniques for home audiences.”“The two have catered events in some of the most upscale locations throughout the Southland including Greystone Mansion, TLC Chinese Theatre, Capitol Records, Rocky Mountain Oaks Winery and countless private homes. They also ran the kitchens at the innovative Red Studios and the historic Fountain Court, a gorgeous oval dining room and event space created by the prestigious architect, Paul Revere Williams.”“Betty serves on the Friends of the Hollywood Central Park Board of Directors. The team also donates their time, food and services to support numerous Hollywood and Los Angeles non-profits. Both women also work with local animal rescue groups to help animals in need.”Chef Betty Fraser is our guest providing an overview of Grub Gals Catering.

aPizza Doho in Dana Point serves artisan New Haven-style pizza.It’s operated by hospitality industry veterans with years of experience in smoothly running the front-of-the-house as well as inspiring culinary creativity in the kitchen.“The theme of aPizza Doho is “Where Great Pizza, Great People, and a Great Place come together!” They start with an aged biga and allow the dough to ferment for 24 hours. Top that with California organic tomatoes and imported Italian cheeses help create aPizza Doho.”The partners in aPizza Doho are veteran restaurateur Marcos Costas (born and raised on the East Coast), Executive Chef Christopher Christian (a distinguished alum of Fox Restaurant Concepts in Arizona) and his nephew, Pizzaiolo Anthony Christian.New Haven-style pizza is typically defined by its chewy, charred crust.Chef and Restaurateur Christopher Christian pauses stretching the dough rounds to join us.

aPizza Doho in Dana Point serves artisan New Haven-style pizza.It’s operated by hospitality industry veterans with years of experience in smoothly running the front-of-the-house as well as inspiring culinary creativity in the kitchen.“The theme of aPizza Doho is “Where Great Pizza, Great People, and a Great Place come together!” They start with an aged biga and allow the dough to ferment for 24 hours. Top that with California organic tomatoes and imported Italian cheeses help create aPizza Doho.”The partners in aPizza Doho are veteran restaurateur Marcos Costas (born and raised on the East Coast), Executive Chef Christopher Christian (a distinguished alum of Fox Restaurant Concepts in Arizona) and his nephew, Pizzaiolo Anthony Christian.New Haven-style pizza is typically defined by its chewy, charred crust.Chef and Restaurateur Christopher Christian briefly pauses stretching the dough rounds to stay with us.

The massive spending and budget cut bill passed by Congress and signed on July 4th includes a provision for “NoTax on Tips.” Chef Andrew unbuckles the fine print therein. There is a lot to explain.