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THE ART OF SPOONING: The Brigade Marches On (Season 2, Episodes 4 and 5)

April 4, 2019 mgardiner

In Episodes 4 and 5 of Season 2 of The Art of Spooning Podcast, Michael and Jack talk with James Montejano and Evan Cruz about the "traditional" organization of professional kitchens into "Brigades" and its relevance -- if any -- today. Audio for part 1 (Episode 4) of "The … [Read more...]

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SAN DIEGO CITYBEAT: What it means when the Michelin Guide comes to San Diego

March 20, 2019 mgardiner

It began with a few conversations, almost hushed, amongst industry types. “Michelin inspectors have been spotted in L.A.” I first heard it from a local chef. Then again from a fellow food writer. Before long the rumors were everywhere. It made no sense: The Michelin Guide … [Read more...]

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WORLD FARE: Best eats of 2018

December 28, 2018 mgardiner

This was the year in our region's food, Word Fare-style:  Best Restaurant of the Year (North of the Border), Best Restaurant of the Year (South of the Border), Best New Restaurant of the Year (High-End), Best New Restaurant of the Year (Casual), Dish of the Year (High-End), Dish … [Read more...]

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THE ART OF SPOONING: The Long Legacy of Cafe Japengo (Episodes 34 and 35)

September 27, 2018 mgardiner

In Episodes 34 and 35 of The Art of Spooning podcast, Michael and Sheen discuss the legacy of the late, great Cafe Japengo with two of its many prominent alumni: Chefs Davin Waite and Anthony Pascale. Audio for Part 1 is available  at the following … [Read more...]

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CITY BEAT FEATURE: The rules of high dining

February 15, 2018 mgardiner

When we sat down it felt a bit like a dinner party. However, this particular dinner party, held by fine dining company Lego Optimo, had a kitchen full of renowned chefs doing the cooking. Two of those—Benito Molina and Solange Muris—own a restaurant recently featured on a list of … [Read more...]

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