Set for Friday evening, May 15th is the Culinary Careers Program’s 2026 Los Angeles Gala fundraiser celebrating an evening of Alumni Culinary Excellence. “The evening is saluting the extraordinary alumni who have called C-CAP Los Angeles home at pivotal moments in their culinary journeys.

The night begins with rooftop cocktail hour at Sunset followed by a elegant multi-course, premium wine-paired seated dinner and program, in the historic Jonathan Club’s Grand ballroom. The Jonathan Club is an exclusive, members-only private club where the 1932 L.A. Olympics were born.”

Designing the sumptuous repast are an all-star lineup of C-CAP alumni chefs including “Top Chef” alum Amar Santana of Vaca, Anthony Greco of Porto’s and Lasheeda Perry, Food Network Star and known as the Queen of Flavor. Celebrity Chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feninger of Border Grill fame (“The Too Hot Tamales.”) are the evening’s hosts.

“Founded in 1990 by culinary educator and cookbook author Richard Grossman, and in partnership with board Co-chair Marcus Samuelsson, Culinary Careers Program is a national workforce development nonprofit dedicated to training and supporting the next generation of food and hospitality leaders.”

“C-CAP serves communities across Arizona, Baltimore, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Long Island, Philadelphia, Washington D.C. and Maryland. Their unparalleled network of industry contacts includes renowned chefs, hospitality leaders, restaurants, and hotels.”

“C-CAP’s methodology works, and to date has uplifted close to 400,000 students and awarded $73 million in college scholarships. Many of their alumni are enjoying successful careers at award-winning restaurants and 5-star hotels around the globe.”

Representing C-CAP today is Lisa Fontanesi, the National Program Director

Set for Friday evening, May 15th is the always anticipated Culinary Careers Program’s (C-CAP) 2026 Los Angeles Gala fundraiser saluting an evening of Alumni Culinary Excellence. The evening is celebrating the extraordinary alumni who have called C-CAP Los Angeles home at pivotal moments in their culinary journeys. “Founded in 1990 by culinary educator and cookbook author Richard Grossman, and in partnership with board Co-chair Marcus Samuelsson, Culinary Careers Program is a national workforce development nonprofit dedicated to training and supporting the next generation of food and hospitality leaders.” Representing C-CAP with us is Lisa Fontanesi, the National Program Director.

It’s that time of the year where we eagerly break bread with Legends Executive Chef Dennis Radcliffe to chat about what’s new in salivating food and beverage options at Angel Stadium. A returning dessert item that was a smash hit in previous years is the crave-worthy Walk Off Waffles featuring the newly added (and decadent) Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Waffle. (Walk-Off Waffles Section 232, 412, 1st Base Food Court.) Another standout dessert is the Brookie. In the savory area a must-have is the Fried Mortadella Panini along with the Pork Chile Verde Mac & Cheese. Executive Chef for Angel Stadium, Dennis Radcliff, takes a break from his busy kitchens to join us. He’s accompanied by Chuck Abair, his Executive Sous Chef.

“Created by Chef Rose Previte, Maydan Market is an 10,000-square-foot space inspired by markets from around the world. Designed as a gathering place anchored by a central live-fire hearth, Maydan Market brings diverse gems together under one roof, including Rose’s Middle Eastern restaurant and bar from DC, Maydan, her beloved Compass Rose, as well as various market outposts including Golden Mountain Chicken, Lugya’h by James Beard Award-nominated Poncho’s Tlayudas, and Maléna. Maydan Market also includes Club 104, a rotating residency space, and a Middle Eastern convenience store, Sook, that offers grab and go foods, hard-to-find middle eastern pantry staples and freshly prepared dishes served from the counter. Rooted in the sensory experiences of global marketplaces, Maydan Market encourages guests to wander, taste, and connect. Designed to reflect the cultural and culinary richness of Los Angeles, it offers independent food businesses the opportunity to grow alongside one another in a spirit of discovery, community, and shared tradition.” Chef and Restaurateur Rose Previte joins us to unwrap all that is Maydan Market.

For our concluding segment at 11:45 a.m. 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. For the first time in years commercial salmon fishing off the coast of California is again permissible. It’s a short window. Chef Andrew explains the potential impact. Also some tips/strategies for successful Mother’s Day Dining.

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

It’s that time of the year where we eagerly break bread with Legends Executive Chef Dennis Radcliffe to chat about what’s new in salivating food and beverage options at Angel Stadium. A returning dessert item that was a smash hit in previous years is the crave-worthy Walk Off Waffles featuring the newly added (and decadent) Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Waffle. (Walk-Off Waffles Section 232, 412, 1st Base Food Court.) Another standout dessert is the Brookie. In the savory area a must-have is the Fried Mortadella Panini along with the Pork Chile Verde Mac & Cheese. Executive Chef for Angel Stadium, Dennis Radcliff, takes a break from his busy kitchens to join us. He’s accompanied by Chuck Abair, his Executive Sous Chef.

“Created by Chef Rose Previte, Maydan Market is an 10,000-square-foot space inspired by markets from around the world. Designed as a gathering place anchored by a central live-fire hearth, Maydan Market brings diverse gems together under one roof, including Rose’s Middle Eastern restaurant and bar from DC, Maydan, her beloved Compass Rose, as well as various market outposts including Golden Mountain Chicken, Lugya’h by James Beard Award-nominated Poncho’s Tlayudas, and Maléna. Maydan Market also includes Club 104, a rotating residency space, and a Middle Eastern convenience store, Sook, that offers grab and go foods, hard-to-find middle eastern pantry staples and freshly prepared dishes served from the counter. Rooted in the sensory experiences of global marketplaces, Maydan Market encourages guests to wander, taste, and connect. Designed to reflect the cultural and culinary richness of Los Angeles, it offers independent food businesses the opportunity to grow alongside one another in a spirit of discovery, community, and shared tradition.” Chef and Restaurateur Rose Previte joins us to unwrap all that is Maydan Market.

For our concluding segment at 11:45 a.m. 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. For the first time in years commercial salmon fishing off the coast of California is again permissible. It’s a short window. Chef Andrew explains the potential impact. Also some tips/strategies for successful Mother’s Day Dining.

Set for Friday evening, May 15th is the always anticipated Culinary Careers Program’s (C-CAP) 2026 Los Angeles Gala fundraiser saluting an evening of Alumni Culinary Excellence. The evening is celebrating the extraordinary alumni who have called C-CAP Los Angeles home at pivotal moments in their culinary journeys. “Founded in 1990 by culinary educator and cookbook author Richard Grossman, and in partnership with board Co-chair Marcus Samuelsson, Culinary Careers Program is a national workforce development nonprofit dedicated to training and supporting the next generation of food and hospitality leaders.” Representing C-CAP with us is Lisa Fontanesi, the National Program Director.

It’s that time of the year where we eagerly break bread with Legends Executive Chef Dennis Radcliffe to chat about what’s new in salivating food and beverage options at Angel Stadium. A returning dessert item that was a smash hit in previous years is the crave-worthy Walk Off Waffles featuring the newly added (and decadent) Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Waffle. (Walk-Off Waffles Section 232, 412, 1st Base Food Court.) Another standout dessert is the Brookie. In the savory area a must-have is the Fried Mortadella Panini along with the Pork Chile Verde Mac & Cheese. Executive Chef for Angel Stadium, Dennis Radcliff, takes a break from his busy kitchens to join us. He’s accompanied by Chuck Abair, his Executive Sous Chef.

“Created by Chef Rose Previte, Maydan Market is an 10,000-square-foot space inspired by markets from around the world. Designed as a gathering place anchored by a central live-fire hearth, Maydan Market brings diverse gems together under one roof, including Rose’s Middle Eastern restaurant and bar from DC, Maydan, her beloved Compass Rose, as well as various market outposts including Golden Mountain Chicken, Lugya’h by James Beard Award-nominated Poncho’s Tlayudas, and Maléna. Maydan Market also includes Club 104, a rotating residency space, and a Middle Eastern convenience store, Sook, that offers grab and go foods, hard-to-find middle eastern pantry staples and freshly prepared dishes served from the counter. “

“Maydan, pronounced “MY-dahn,” “MAY-dahn,” or “MI-dan,” is a word used throughout the Middle East, Central and South Asia, the Caucasus, Eastern Europe, and North Africa. It means the same thing everywhere: a central public meeting place, often in the middle of a city, a space for people to come together as a community to celebrate. Rooted in the sensory experiences of global marketplaces, Maydan Market encourages guests to wander, taste, and connect. Designed to reflect the cultural and culinary richness of Los Angeles, it offers independent food businesses the opportunity to grow alongside one another in a spirit of discovery, community, and shared tradition.”

Chef and Restaurateur Rose Previte joins us to unwrap all that is Maydan Market.

“Created by Chef Rose Previte, Maydan Market is an 10,000-square-foot space inspired by markets from around the world. Designed as a gathering place anchored by a central live-fire hearth, Maydan Market brings diverse gems together under one roof, including Rose’s Middle Eastern restaurant and bar from DC, Maydan, her beloved Compass Rose, as well as various market outposts including Golden Mountain Chicken, Lugya’h by James Beard Award-nominated Poncho’s Tlayudas, and Maléna. Maydan Market also includes Club 104, a rotating residency space, and a Middle Eastern convenience store, Sook, that offers grab and go foods, hard-to-find middle eastern pantry staples and freshly prepared dishes served from the counter.“

“Maydan, pronounced “MY-dahn,” “MAY-dahn,” or “MI-dan,” is a word used throughout the Middle East, Central and South Asia, the Caucasus, Eastern Europe, and North Africa. It means the same thing everywhere: a central public meeting place, often in the middle of a city, a space for people to come together as a community to celebrate. Rooted in the sensory experiences of global marketplaces, Maydan Market encourages guests to wander, taste, and connect. Designed to reflect the cultural and culinary richness of Los Angeles, it offers independent food businesses the opportunity to grow alongside one another in a spirit of discovery, community, and shared tradition.”

Chef and Restaurateur Rose Previte continues with us unwrapping all that is Maydan Market.

It’s that time of the year where we eagerly break bread with Legends Executive Chef Dennis Radcliffe to chat about what’s new in salivating food and beverage options at Angel Stadium. A returning dessert item that was a smash hit in previous years is the crave-worthy Walk Off Waffles featuring decadent the newly added Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Waffle. (Walk-Off Waffles Section 232, 412, 1st Base Food Court.) Another standout dessert is the Brookie.

In the savory area a must-have is the Fried Mortadella Panini along with the Pork Chile Verde Mac & Cheese. There is also the salivating featured Hoffy Hot Dog of the Homestand.

Melissa’s is represented in the Corner Markets with their exclusive Pink Pineapple Fruit Cups and a Mediterranean Salad. Also in the Corner Markets are special single serving cups of assorted, rotating flavors of the iconic Thrifty Ice Cream (with a handy spoon under the lid.)

Something really fun for the kids is the new PAC-MAN Chomp Stop (Section 238.) Featured is PAC-MAN themed food and beverage. Look for the freshly-baked PAC-MAN specialty cookies and the exclusive Dole Pineapple soft serve presented in a fluorescent yellow PAC-MAN baseball helmet.

Executive Chef for Angel Stadium, Dennis Radcliffe, takes another break from his busy kitchens (the Halos are Home tonight) to continue with us. He’s accompanied by Chuck Abair, his Executive Sous Chef.

It’s that time of the year where we eagerly break bread with Legends Executive Chef Dennis Radcliffe to chat about what’s new in salivating food and beverage options at Angel Stadium. A returning dessert item that was a smash hit in previous years is the crave-worthy Walk Off Waffles featuring the newly added (and decadent) Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Waffle. The ripe, plump strawberries are from Melissa’s. (Walk-Off Waffles Section 232, 412, 1st Base Food Court.) Another standout dessert is the Brookie.

In the savory area a must-have is the Fried Mortadella Panini along with the Pork Chile Verde Mac & Cheese. (Section 237)

Executive Chef for Angel Stadium, Dennis Radcliffe, takes a break from his busy kitchens to join us. He’s accompanied by Chuck Abair, his Executive Sous Chef.

Set for Friday evening, May 15th is the Culinary Careers Program’s 2026 Los Angeles Gala fundraiser celebrating an evening of Alumni Culinary Excellence. The evening is saluting the extraordinary alumni who have called C-CAP Los Angeles home at pivotal moments in their culinary journeys.

“The night begins with rooftop cocktail hour at Sunset followed by a elegant multi-course, premium wine-paired seated dinner and program, in the historic Jonathan Club’s Grand ballroom. The Jonathan Club is an exclusive, members-only private club where the 1932 L.A. Olympics were born.”

“Designing the sumptuous repast are an all-star lineup of C-CAP alumni chefs including “Top Chef” alum Amar Santana of Vaca, Anthony Greco of Porto’s and Lasheeda Perry, Food Network Star and known as the Queen of Flavor. Celebrity Chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feninger of Border Grill fame are the evening’s hosts.”

“Founded in 1990 by culinary educator and cookbook author Richard Grossman, and in partnership with board Co- chair Marcus Samuelsson, Culinary Careers Program is a national workforce development nonprofit dedicated to training and supporting the next generation of food and hospitality leaders.”

“C-CAP serves communities across Arizona, Baltimore, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Long Island, Philadelphia, Washington D.C. and Maryland. Their unparalleled network of industry contacts includes renowned chefs, hospitality leaders, restaurants, and hotels.”

Representing C-CAP now is Chef Anthony Greco of Porto’s, a C-CAP Alum and Member of C-CAP’s L.A. Council.

For the first time in years commercial salmon fishing off the coast of California is again permissible. It’s a short window. Chef Andrew explains the implications potential impact.

A Mother’s Day restaurant dining tip: Dinner has more availability and a calmer environment than Sunday Brunch.

We’re live this morning from the 4th Annual Pizza City Fest L.A. on the Special Events Deck at L.A. Live in Downtown Los Angeles. The event also takes place tomorrow with a different set of some 22 acclaimed Pizzaiolos. VIP Admission is at 12 Noon with General Admission following at 1:00 p.m.

“The success of Pizza City Fest proves that Los Angeles is in fact a Pizza City. For its fourth consecutive year, the two-day pizza-focused celebration will be held atop the Event Deck at L.A. LIVE on April 25th to 26th and spotlight the best pizzerias in Los Angeles and beyond. Pizza City Fest highlights the area’s vast pizza landscape and the diverse talents of the region’s top pizza makers. Aficionados and casual pizza fans alike will have the exclusive opportunity to taste unlimited offerings from 20 premier artisans, plus a pair of dessert options, each day. The pizzerias will be serving up a variety of toppings, sauces and pizza styles including: Neapolitan, Chicago Tavern-style, New York-style, Artisan, Grandma Pie, Detroit-style, New Haven Apizza, L.A.-style and more. Founded in 2022 by three-time Emmy and 13-time James Beard Award-winning food reporter, Steve Dolinsky, Pizza City Fest continues to delight and unite pizza lovers with events in three major U.S. cities including Dolinsky’s native Chicago, Nashville, and Los Angeles.”

Our Guests include:

• Steve Dolinsky, Founder of Pizza City Fest L.A. and recipient of 13 James Beard Awards for journalistic excellent. Also the acclaimed author of a pair of well-researched pizza books.
• Corporate Chef Angel Flores of Melissa’s World Variety Produce. (Participating in Pizza City Fest L.A.)
• Tyler Caran, Executive Chef and General Manager for Riip Beer & Pizza, Huntington Beach