Diva Lounge – Specialty Produce Network

Pastry chefs, Ray + Manuel Miranda-Vizcaino of Mr. Cakes USA talk to us about cake, their Food Network experiences, their struggles and their journey to stardom. https://www.mrcakesusa.com/

Chef Danilo (DJ) Tangalin of Bivouac Ciderworks talks about the importance of inspiring future chefs and having mentors along the way. Jack Monaco, who's been cooking for 50 years, shares his wisdom with the Rising Stars.

Chefs Andrew Spurgin and Shihomi Borillo (of Azuki Sushi) share their personal experiences with Japanese cuisine, along with the passion and devotion to craftsmanship that's required to master the art. And, don't forget, the mastered art also requires proper food ediquette! http://www.AndrewSpurgin.com http://azukisushi.com/

Native San Diego chef, JC Colon, currently at Hotel Republic, shares the perfection of spooning.

Two-time winner of "Chef of the Fest", Mark Kropczynski, Executive Chef at the US Grant Hotel, has been in the industry since age 15. In the last 40 years, he's been reinventing himself while keeping things simple, yet elegant.

Master chef, Claudia Sandoval, Christine Rivera and Lety McKenzie talk about their charity event at Machete Beer House in honor of women's history month! Listen up for a chance to win tickets ($150 value) to this event!

Alabama chef, Logan Kendall, finds inspiration to thrive in the competitive San Diego food scene!

San Diego native and owner of Wheat & Water, Ted, shares his vision of a "California Coastal" pizza place for locals. #justcause

San Diego native, Chef Matt Moyer of the La Jolla Country Club has been cheffin' it up for 16 years at the club! There is no place like home!

Andrea Davis of Andrea's Truffles talks all things chocolate! http://www.andreastruffles.com/

This is a special edition of The Diva Lounge; Chef Aaron Obregon chats with the Divas about the recent September 19th earthquake in Mexico. The team discusses how they got together to request help from the community in support of the Mexico Relief Fund. To view the video that goes along with this production, visit the Specialty Produce FaceBook page at https://www.facebook.com/specialtyproduce/

Coffee enthusiasts, PJ Ortega and David Alfaro share their passion for coffee. The roastery and coffee in Carlsbad brings on experience like no other! http://www.leap.coffee

Business man, husband and father Eric Adler shares his love for tacos and Mexican heritage.

Chef Claudette talks about Mexican Regional Cuisine and El Jardin, which is set to open in 2018!

Chef Aaron Obregon shares a taste of his Mexican cuisine and love for local ingredients.

Chef Tim Kolanko shares the culture of Blue Bridge Hospitality build from local and sustainable food.

Executive chef Joe Magnanelli of Urban Kitchen Group talks about inspiring his team and supporting local San Diego farmers through his Beast Feast.

Diva Lounge interviews Farmer J Fitzgerald Kelly -- Grower and Purveyor of Top-Quality Ripe Tree Fruit to Restaurants, Specialty Markets, and Farmer's Markets in San Francisco, Mountain View, and Santa Monica, CA.

Diva Lounge interviews Jacob Sensano and Juan Carlos Recamier of Ceviche House.

Diva Lounge interviews the sweet and savory diva - Chef Maeve of Sugar & Scribe.

Chef Javier Plascencia shares The Soul of Baja.

Maribel and Julie interview Adrian Mendoza of Little Italy's Herb & Wood and Herb & Eatery restaurants.

San Diego entrepreneur, Geraldine Ridaura, has opened Holy Matcha in San Diego -- Join us on our podcast today, where we discuss how she got started at such a young age.

Chef Jason Knibb of Nine-Ten Restaurant and Bar shares his story and perspective of the San Diego culinary scene.

The SP Divas are breaking borders today with the men behind Suncoast Fresh, straight from the Sunshine Coast in Australia!

The Divas host the accomplished Chef Justin Cogley of Aubergine at L'Auberge Carmel and Chef Jonathan Bautista of George’s California Modern. They talk fighting hunger, health and fitness and all about their up and coming collaborative dinner. Listen for more details!

The Divas drop everything to host Santa Monica's Voted Favorite Farmer, Steve Murray Junior, in the lounge today! Maribel and Julie talk trees, dirt, and produce while getting to know the infamously frieldy Bakersfield California farmer.

Chef Christine of Galaxy Taco takes over the Diva Lounge! Christine shoves the Dives into the spotlight and offers us an inside look into their favorite Harrington brother, biggest Chef crushes and more! Visit Galaxy Taco on Tuesday, April 25th 2017 as the Divas take over for Taco Takeover Tuesday. Meet the Divas and tell them what you really think of their tacos!

The Divas get intimate with George's At The Cove's own Chef De Cuisine, Jon Bautista.

The Divas get comfy in the lounge with 2 Michelin Star Chef Jason McLeod. Chef Jason dishes about his culinery history, the Consortium Holdings group and more on this episode of The Diva Lounge!

Chef Christine of Galaxy Taco stops by the Diva Lounge for some one-on-one diva talk!

Maribel and Julie get the dish on the upcoming "Festa Della Donna - 2017" hosted at Cucina Enoteca. Special guests Shannon(Cucina Enoteca) and Gina(Venissimo cheese) give us the date, time, and little insiders information for this March 12th, 2017 event.

The Diva's host as Chef Bernard Guillas dishes about San Diego's history, culinary growth and the January 2017 Restaurant Week!