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Chef Andrew Gruel is an American culinary entrepreneur, television personality, and restaurateur renowned for his innovative approach to casual dining and commitment to sustainable seafood. In 2011, Gruel launched Slapfish, a seafood food truck in Huntington Beach, California, which evolved into a successful brick-and-mortar franchise. He later founded the American Gravy Restaurant Group, overseeing concepts like Big Parm, Two Birds, Butterleaf, and Calico Fish House. Gruel has appeared on television programs such as Food Network's "Food Truck Face Off" and FYI's "Say It to My Face!" He co-hosts "The SoCal Restaurant Show" on KLAA radio. In March 2025, Gruel was appointed to the Huntington Beach City Council, reflecting his dedication to community engagement and small business advocacy. Chef Andrew Gruel's blend of culinary innovation, media presence, and community involvement distinguishes him as a leading figure in the American food industry. Instagram: @chefgruel  X: @andrewgruel on IG Twitter: @chefgruel YouTube: @andrewgruel Website: https://americangravy.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 Trailer 01:18 Introduction 05:55 Healthier cooking oil solution 08:49 From food truck to franchise 10:53 Tallow price increase 15:42 Orange County's libertarian stronghold 18:37 California regulations impact on small businesses 20:31 Changes in restaurant industry regulations 23:11 Nonprofit for youth culinary education 26:59 Emulsifying oils for flavor enhancement 30:27 Omega ratio impact on health 35:59 Family-friendly recipe development 39:26 Underrated beef cuts 40:15 Meat cooking techniques & preferences 45:32 Cooking the perfect scrambled eggs 48:02 Benefits of flash freezing fish 50:40 Ocean health: mercury and pollution issues 53:33 Huntington Beach community garden initiative 56:34 Where to find Andrew Join Revero now to regain your health: https://revero.com/YT Revero.com is an online medical clinic for treating chronic diseases with this root-cause approach of nutrition therapy. You can get access to medical providers, personalized nutrition therapy, biomarker tracking, lab testing, ongoing clinical care, and daily coaching. You will also learn everything you need with educational videos, hundreds of recipes, and articles to make this easy for you. Join the Revero team (medical providers, etc): https://revero.com/jobs ‪#Revero #ReveroHealth #shawnbaker  #Carnivorediet #MeatHeals #AnimalBased #ZeroCarb #DietCoach  #FatAdapted #Carnivore #sugarfree Disclaimer: The content on this channel is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider.

Chef Andrew Gruel, a graduate of Johnson & Wales University, is a food entrepreneur and media personality. He is the CEO and founder of American Gravy Restaurant Group, which includes Calico Fishhouse, Big Parm Pizza, Two Birds Chicken, Butterleaf, Lolo's Tacos, and 101 Burger. Previously, he founded Slapfish Restaurant Group, an award-winning food truck-turned-international restaurant chain with 27 locations, based in Huntington Beach, CA. Andrew has appeared on numerous television series, most recently as a judge on Food Network's Chopped Junior alongside Meghan Markle. He hosted FYI's Say It To My Face and was a judge on Food Network's Food Truck Face Off. His media presence includes appearances on NBC's TODAY, Fox News, CNN, NBC Nightly News, PBS, and the Cooking Channel, as well as features in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Men's Health, Food & Wine, USA Today, Entrepreneur, and Nation's Restaurant News. Recognized as a top industry leader, he was named among the Top 25 Business Executives for Fast Casual magazine and featured in Nation's Restaurant News' 2017 Power List. In 2013, he was honored as one of Orange County's Top 40 Under 40 entrepreneurs. During the pandemic, he and his wife Lauren Gruel were named Pandemic Heroes by Restaurant Business Magazine, alongside Guy Fieri and José Andrés. Andrew currently co-hosts The SoCal Restaurant Show on AM 830 and is a regular contributor on various national news channels.

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) and also the founder and pizzaiola of the fast-casual Big Parm (New Jersey-style pizza) located in the Mess Hall … Continue reading → The post Show 571, March 30, 2024: Chef Andrew Gruel, Co-Host and Proprietor of Calico Fish House, with “Ask the Chef” appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

Three generations of the Gonzalez Family have been in the grocery business in Southern California with the very popular Northgate Gonzalez Markets. Now they are pioneering a new, first of its kind in the United States shopping experience with the … Continue reading → The post Show 571, March 30, 2024: Mercado Gonzalez, Costa Mesa, with Project Manager Joshua Gonzalez Part Two appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

Three generations of the Gonzalez Family have been in the grocery business in Southern California with the very popular Northgate Gonzalez Markets. Now they are pioneering a new, first of its kind in the United States shopping experience with the … Continue reading → The post Show 571, March 30, 2024: Mercado Gonzalez, Costa Mesa, with Project Manager Joshua Gonzalez Part One appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“Three Sticks Wines is a boutique, family-owned winery recognized for its unique super premium collection of Sonoma vineyards, award-winning pinot noir, and chardonnay. Proprietor William “Bill” S. Price III (nicknamed Billy Three Sticks) set about building a collection of six … Continue reading → The post Show 571, March 30, 2024: Three Sticks Wines, Sonoma County, with Director of Winemaking Ryan Prichard Part Two appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“Three Sticks Wines is a boutique, family-owned winery recognized for its unique super premium collection of Sonoma vineyards, award-winning pinot noir, and chardonnay. Proprietor William “Bill” S. Price III (nicknamed Billy Three Sticks) set about building a collection of six … Continue reading → The post Show 571, March 30, 2024: Three Sticks Wines, Sonoma County, with Director of Winemaking Ryan Prichard Part One appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

The 2nd year anniversary of notable Las Vegas-based food and entertainment journalist Al Mancini's ambitious Neon Feast dining app has happened. Lots of new features have now been added to the updated App. “Available now on app stores for both … Continue reading → The post Show 571, March 30, 2024: Food Journalist Al Mancini, Las Vegas & Creator of the Neon Feast App for Las Vegas Dining Part Two appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

The 2nd year anniversary of notable Las Vegas-based food and entertainment journalist Al Mancini's ambitious Neon Feast dining app has happened. Lots of new features have now been added to the updated App. “Available now on app stores for both … Continue reading → The post Show 571, March 30, 2024: Food Journalist Al Mancini, Las Vegas & Creator of the Neon Feast App for Las Vegas Dining Part One appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

The 2nd year anniversary of notable Las Vegas-based food and entertainment journalist Al Mancini's ambitious Neon Feast dining app happened last month. Lots of new features have now been added to the updated App. “Available now on app stores for … Continue reading → The post Show 571, March 30, 2024: Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“Indulge in a world of tempting sweetness at the 11th Annual Big Island Chocolate Festival (BICF) in Hawaii presented by the Kona Cacao Association, taking place on April 26-27, 2024, at the beautiful beach-front Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa … Continue reading → The post Show 570, March 23, 2024: Big Island Chocolate Festival, Hawaii with Farsheed Bonakdar Part Two appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“The story of Copia Vineyards begins with the passion of Anita and Varinder Sahi, their shared love of wine and the beauty of its source. The Sahis each had different paths to this world. He has an engineering and business … Continue reading → The post Show 570, March 23, 2024: Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“In 2017, VOX Kitchen opened in the heart of Little Saigon, bringing the ‘Chifa' culinary movement —a fusion of Chinese and Peruvian cuisines—to Orange County. The award-winning restaurant entered into 2024 with an expanded kitchen and dining room, new menu … Continue reading → The post Show 570, March 23, 2024: VOX Kitchen, Fountain Valley, with Founder & Executive Chef Viet Nguyen Part One appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“In 2017, VOX Kitchen opened in the heart of Little Saigon, bringing the ‘Chifa' culinary movement —a fusion of Chinese and Peruvian cuisines—to Orange County. The award-winning restaurant entered into 2024 with an expanded kitchen and dining room, new menu … Continue reading → The post Show 570, March 23, 2024: VOX Kitchen, Fountain Valley, with Founder & Executive Chef Viet Nguyen Part Two appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“Indulge in a world of tempting sweetness at the 11th Annual Big Island Chocolate Festival (BICF) in Hawaii presented by the Kona Cacao Association, taking place on April 26-27, 2024, at the beautiful beach-front Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa … Continue reading → The post Show 570, March 23, 2024: Big Island Chocolate Festival, Hawaii with Farsheed Bonakdar Part One appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

Restaurants in California are still struggling to fully recover from the pandemic and now there are more storm clouds on the horizon. Insurance underwriters in California are frequently not renewing restaurants' policies. If a carrier will even provide coverage it's now typically for a diluted policy at a much higher cost. Chef Andrew provides the concerning overview. Continue reading → The post Show 570, March 23, 2024: Chef Andrew Gruel, Co-Host and Proprietor of Calico Fish House, with “Ask the Chef” appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“The story of Copia Vineyards begins with the passion of Anita and Varinder Sahi, their shared love of wine and the beauty of its source. The Sahis each had different paths to this world. He has an engineering and business … Continue reading → The post Show 570, March 23, 2024: Copia Vineyards & Winery, Paso Robles, with Anita and Varinder Sahi Part Two appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“The abridged story of Copia Vineyards and Winery in Paso Robles: Passionate curiosity, tireless effort and a sense of gratitude.” “The word Copia is a Latin root word that means abundance or plenty. It's an apt name for a winery … Continue reading → The post Show 570, March 23, 2024: Copia Vineyards & Winery, Paso Robles, with Anita and Varinder Sahi Part One appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

The Regarding Her tribute events celebrating Women's History Month continue.The Regarding Her tribute events celebrating Women's History Month continue. “Join them for an unforgettable culinary journey celebrating the rich heritage and inspiring leadership of Latina women, sponsored by Vallarta! ‘Flavorful … Continue reading → The post Show 569, March 16, 2024: Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

The Regarding Her tribute events celebrating Women's History Month continue. “Join them for an unforgettable culinary journey celebrating the rich heritage and inspiring leadership of Latina women, sponsored by Vallarta! ‘Flavorful Femme Fiesta: A Taco Tribute to Latina Legends’ is … Continue reading → The post Show 569, March 16, 2024: Bricia Lopez of Guelaguetza with a Preview of Regarding Her's Flavorful Femme Fiesta: A Taco Tribute to Latina Legends Part One appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

The Regarding Her tribute events celebrating Women's History Month continue. “Join them for an unforgettable culinary journey celebrating the rich heritage and inspiring leadership of Latina women, sponsored by Vallarta! ‘Flavorful Femme Fiesta: A Taco Tribute to Latina Legends’ is … Continue reading → The post Show 569, March 16, 2024: Bricia Lopez of Guelaguetza with a Preview of Regarding Her's Flavorful Femme Fiesta: A Taco Tribute to Latina Legends Part Two appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“The Glunz Family story started in 1871 when Louis Glunz, age 17, left his native Germany in pursuit of the American dream. Louis arrived in Ellis Island that year with friends Oscar Meyer (yes, that Oscar Meyer) and Theo Koshswersmill … Continue reading → The post Show 569, March 16, 2024: Glunz Family Winery & Cellars with Matthew and Stephan Glunz Part One appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

Chef Duff Goldman is a New York Times bestselling author who stars on many of Food Network's most watched shows including the Baking Championship series, Kids Baking Championship and The Elf on the Shelf: Sweet Showdown. He just signed a new … Continue reading → The post Show 564, February 10, 2024: Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“Chef Duff Goldman is a New York Times bestselling author who stars on many of Food Network's most watched shows including the Baking Championship series, Kids Baking Championship and The Elf on the Shelf: Sweet Showdown. He just signed a … Continue reading → The post Show 564, February 10, 2024: Chef Duff Goldman of Charm City Cakes Part One appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“Chef Duff Goldman is a New York Times bestselling author who stars on many of Food Network's most watched shows including the Baking Championship series, Kids Baking Championship and The Elf on the Shelf: Sweet Showdown. He just signed a … Continue reading → The post Show 564, February 10, 2024: Chef Duff Goldman of Charm City Cakes Part Two appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

We're delighted to welcome food journalist Farley Elliott back to the show. Farley Elliott is the new SoCal Bureau Chief for SFGATE. Previously, he was the Senior Editor for Eater Los Angeles, covering food and culture around LA, and his work has also appeared in print, film, and … Continue reading → The post Show 564, February 10, 2024: Journalist Farley Elliott, SF Gate, Southern California Bureau Chief Part One appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

We're delighted to welcome food journalist Farley Elliott back to the show. Farley Elliott is the new SoCal Bureau Chief for SFGATE. Previously, he was the Senior Editor for Eater Los Angeles, covering food and culture around LA, and his work has also appeared in print, film, and … Continue reading → The post Show 564, February 10, 2024: Journalist Farley Elliott, SF Gate, Southern California Bureau Chief Part Two appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

We're checking in with our helpful foodservice experts at SoCal Gas to be updated on their various programs to assist Chefs and Restaurateurs. Gina Christian (Foodservice Technical Specialist) will be explaining what's available at the Energy Resource Center in Downey … Continue reading → The post Show 564, February 10, 2024: SoCal Gas' Energy Resource Center and Ongoing Programs Supporting Foodservice Entities appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

PINE & CRANE DTLA is a casual Taiwanese restaurant located artfully designed by Preen in the South Park neighborhood of downtown Los Angeles. This location follows up their original, far more compact restaurant in Silver Lake “and aims, as ever, … Continue reading → The post Show 564, February 10, 2024: Pine & Crane in Downtown Los Angeles – A Profile appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

Valentine's Day (coming up next week) is a time of high anxiety for restaurants. Chef Andrew shares some of his more humorous Valentine's Day restaurant experiences over the years along with a few tips.. Continue reading → The post Show 564, February 10, 2024: Chef Andrew Gruel, Co-Host and Proprietor of Calico Fish House, with “Ask the Chef” appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“Celebrity chef and best-selling author Carla Hall takes viewers on a global adventure to explore the unexpected roots of popular dishes within today's American food culture on the new original Max series Chasing Flavor now available for streaming on MAX. … Continue reading → The post Show 563, February 3, 2024: Chef Carla Hall with Max's “Chasing Flavor” Part One appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“Michael Crupain M.D. is a board-certified preventive medicine physician, Emmy® Award-winning producer, cookbook author, and self-described “wellness crusader,” who recently released his third book, The Power Five – A Cookbook. Unlike other health books that are all about what not … Continue reading → The post Show 563, February 3, 2024: Michael Crupain, M.D. with The Power Five – A Cookbook Part One appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“Celebrity chef and best-selling author Carla Hall takes viewers on a global adventure to explore the unexpected roots of popular dishes within today's American food culture on the new original Max series Chasing Flavor now available for streaming on MAX. … Continue reading → The post Show 563, February 3, 2024: Chef Carla Hall with Max's “Chasing Flavor” Part Two appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“Celebrity chef and best-selling author Carla Hall takes viewers on a global adventure to explore the unexpected roots of popular dishes within today's American food culture on the new original Max series Chasing Flavor now available for streaming on MAX. … Continue reading → The post Show 563, February 3, 2024: Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

Acclaimed Brewer and Restaurateur Ian McCall (ex-Riip Beer Co.in Huntington Beach) has ventured out on his own with the newly launched ISM Brewing in Downtown Long Beach. In addition to a rotating selection of 15 of his acclaimed craft beers … Continue reading → The post Show 560, January 13, 2024: Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

Acclaimed Brewer and Restaurateur Ian McCall (ex-Riip Beer Co., Huntington Beach) has ventured out on his own with the newly launched ISM Brewing in Downtown Long Beach. In addition to a rotating selection of 15 of his acclaimed craft beers … Continue reading → The post Show 560, January 13, 2024: ISM Brewing with Brewer and Restaurateur Ian McCall Part One appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

Acclaimed Brewer and Restaurateur Ian McCall (ex-Riip Beer Co., Huntington Beach) has ventured out on his own with the newly launched ISM Brewing in Downtown Long Beach. In addition to a rotating selection of 15 of his acclaimed craft beers … Continue reading → The post Show 560, January 13, 2024: ISM Brewing with Brewer and Restaurateur Ian McCall Part Two appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“Preen is an award-winning, international architecture and Interiors firm founded by Alexis Readinger with twenty years of experience specializing in hospitality design. Preen offers everything needed to build a project down to the matchbook.” They are based in a historic … Continue reading → The post Show 560, January 13, 2024: Alexis Readinger, Founder, Preen – Architecture and Interiors Firm Part One appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“Preen is an award-winning, international architecture and Interiors firm founded by Alexis Readinger with twenty years of experience specializing in hospitality design. Preen offers everything needed to build a project down to the matchbook.” They are based in a historic … Continue reading → The post Show 560, January 13, 2024: Alexis Readinger, Founder, Preen – Architecture and Interiors Firm Part Two appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

Our favorite globe-trotting international travel journalist and TV personality, Darley Newman, is back with a new season of traveling. “Join multi-Emmy nominated Darley Newman for Season 11 of TRAVELS WITH DARLEY and experience an enticing blend of culture, history, and … Continue reading → The post Show 560, January 13, 2024: “Travels with Darley” on PBS for Season 11 with Darley Newman Part One appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

Our favorite globe-trotting international travel journalist and TV personality, Darley Newman, is back with a new season of traveling. “Join multi-Emmy nominated Darley Newman for Season 11 of TRAVELS WITH DARLEY and experience an enticing blend of culture, history, and … Continue reading → The post Show 560, January 13, 2024: “Travels with Darley” on PBS for Season 11 with Darley Newman Part Two appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

We're continuing the spirited conversation about mandatory Service Charges of 18 to 20 per cent now being added onto restaurant checks (this is not a Tip) along with a possible 3 to 5 per cent contribution to employee health care. Chef Andrew will weigh in on this highly controversial and befuddling development. Continue reading → The post Show 560, January 13, 2024: Chef Andrew Gruel, Co-Host and Proprietor of Calico Fish House, with “Ask the Chef” appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

Acclaimed Brewer and Restaurateur Ian McCall (ex-Riip Beer Co.) has ventured out on his own with the newly launched ISM Brewing in Downtown Long Beach. In addition to a rotating selection of 14 of his acclaimed craft beers (and prominent … Continue reading → The post Show 559, January 6, 2024: Show Preview with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy Harris appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

One of the new programming elements in the recently concluded LA Chef Conference 2023 was the activation of the LA Chef Con / Los Angeles Trade Technical College (LATTC) Student Mentorship Program. Five outstanding LATTC Culinary Arts Pathway Students were … Continue reading → The post Show 559, January 6, 2024: Chef Keith Corbin and Shelbi Johnson, The LA Chef Con / LATTC Student Mentorship Program appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

A new collaboration between the Mauna Kea Resort on the Big Island of Hawaii and the Kohala Food Hub (KFH) is stepping up the use of food grown by Kohala farmers. “The Hāwī-based KFH aggregates and markets food for small … Continue reading → The post Show 559, January 6, 2024: Kohala Food Hub and Mauna Kea Resort, Hawaii Island appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

“Simplicity, with a touch of refined elegance, reigns at Camphor — A Michelin-starred modern French bistro located in DTLA's Arts District. The brainchild of owners and operators Sarah Lam and Cyrus Batchan of No.8 Hospitality and helmed by two young, … Continue reading → The post Show 559, January 6, 2024: Camphor DTLA with Cyrus Batchan and Chefs Max Boonthanakit and Lijo George Part One appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

Chef Rich Mead is the proprietor of the ever-popular Farmhouse at Rogers Garden in Corona del Mar. Chef Rich's seasonal menus feature ingredients sourced from local and sustainably focused farmers and purveyors. Sunday Brunch in the Gardens is a celebratory … Continue reading → The post Show 558, December 30, 2023: Chef Rich Mead, Farmhouse at Roger's Garden, Corona del Mar Part One appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

It should be Dungeness Crab Season in all of California right now but it's been delayed yet again in many areas. Chef Andrew explains. Continue reading → The post Show 558, December 30, 2023: Co-Host and Chef Andrew Gruel with “Ask the Chef” appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

Last month at the Peninsula Beverly Hills, the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce West and Italy's Regione Campania hosted “Campania Unveiled – A Gastronomic Exploration Through Tastings and Education” for the trade and media. Sommelier and wine educator Diego Meraviglia presented … Continue reading → The post Show 558, December 30, 2023: Sommelier Diego Meraviglia, “Campania Unveiled” appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

Anne Marie Panoringan is now Culture OC's well-informed food columnist. She reports industry news, current events and trends. Anne Marie also contributes regularly to Eater Los Angeles, LAist and a host of other well-respected publications. Anne Marie joins us in-studio … Continue reading → The post Show 558, December 30, 2023: Anne Marie Panoringan – Culture OC's Food Columnist Part Two appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.