SoCal Restaurant Show August 15, 2026 Hour 2

PitMaster Michael Ramirez is the Co-Founder of Vinegar & Smoke, a Orange County-based BBQ catering firm. They specialize in smoked meats, taco parties and, yes, gourmet pickles. They are part of the Smoke & Oak Tasting Event. Pit Master Michael takes a pause from his smoker to join us.Mixed Burgers and Bowls from Chef Ross Pangilinan (Terrace by Mix Mix at South Coast Plaza) has arrived with a new concept at Long Beach Exchange near Long Beach Airport. “Mixed brings the same quality you know and love from the Mix Mix Hospitality team and Owner / Chef Ross in a new, relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy a variety of burgers, bowls and refreshing cocktails, plus a comfortable atmosphere perfect for catching up with friends. Save room for dessert with their classic Filipino Halo Halo with ube ice cream and mango sorbet.” Mixed Burgers & Bowls specialties include Shrimp Lumpia, Loco Fries and Filipino Brunch Bowl. Chef Ross Pangilinan puts his burger spatula down to join us.It’s about here…”Ready for LA Chef Con 2026 ? An eagerly-anticipated event for the chef and restaurant community with great networking opportunities. Come hungry for information, inspiration, delicious food & drinks. LA Chef Conference 2026 presented by OpenTable + Slang and produced by BMRS Hospitality Recruitment, is the well-established, top-shelf gathering for chefs and restaurant professionals in the heart of Los Angeles. This year’s event takes place Monday, October 5th at City Market Social House in Downtown LA. 15% of all ticket sales will benefit the Independent Hospitality Coalition.” Founder Brad Metzger joins us with the exclusive preview.Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (located in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) now joins us with his timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries. Turkey is an underappreciated protein. There is a place for it on the family table year-round. Ground Turkey is very versatile. Chef Andrew has the recipe for the juiciest Turkey Burger you’ll ever eat.