Foodie and the Beast - June 8, 2025

Hosted by David and Nycci Nellis.   On today’s show:·        Jo-Jo Valenzuela, executive chef/ managing partner at Tiki on 18th, a unique cocktail bar that blends Polynesian and Filipino cultures in original cocktails and tiki classics, all complemented by Filipino food favorites;                                                                                                                                                            ·        Leah Culley, founder and head pastry chef of Sweet Almond French macarons;                                                                                                                                                     ·        Fatema Issa, general manager and managing partner of Vera Cocina & Bar, where the menu is a tribute to the unexpected connection between Lebanon and Mexico, inspired by Lebanese migration to Veracruz in the 19th century;             ·        Michelin-starred Chef Masaaki “Uchi” Uchino and co-owner Dean Mosones of Bar Japonais, where blends of Japanese cuisine and French influences delight;    ·        Derek Battle of Flave, an app that rewards users for posting photos of their food and drinks at local restaurants. Tune in to hear about Flave’s Pride Month promotion -- you can turn your food photos into extra rewards and highlight LGBTQ+ owned restaurants.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.