December 9 2023 - Dave Fansler and Nick Marziliano are back in the booth breaking down Pat and Nick’s surprise Vegas trip for Dave’s Birthday.   On the plate: From Pismo's Coastal Grill - Chef Michael Corcoran made an incredible Miso Salmon with Jasmine rice and oriental vegetables with a Miso glaze. The meal was paired with a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc from Pine Ridge Vineyards. The team talks unique white wines, trips to Napa, bottle shopping, country western songs, prepping for Christmas Parties, Las Vegas, suitcases full of wines, Sinatra’s and more.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.  ---  The Restaurateurs Website ---  Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | Twitter/X | Instagram

Dave Fansler and Nick Marziliano take up the 2-seater in the back for this special Thanksgiving Day show. On the Plate: Pismo’s Coastal Grill's very own Chef Mike Vernon from prepares a pan roasted Chilean Seabass topped off with Dungeness Crab and roasted lemon tomatoes with a Mustard Beurre Blanc alongside Dave’s Famous Cioppino. From Nick's home cellar, the meal is paired with a bottle of 2020 Pahlmeyer Chardonnay. The team talks Thanksgiving meals, sides, raviolis, fried Lasana, cooking at home vs work, doordash fees, family meals, holiday deliveries and more. Air Date: November 18, 2023 Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.  ---  The Restaurateurs Website ---  Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | Twitter/X | Instagram

Mike Shirinian and Dave Fansler slide into the Half Circle Booth because Mr. 68 aka Nick Marziliano from Sam’s Deli is back on the show.    The team talks innovators in the spirit game, tequilas, buying wholesale, when wineries merge, wine dinners and more wine.   Air Date: November 11 2023 Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.  ---  The Restaurateurs Website ---  Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | Twitter/X | Instagram

Mike Shirinian is out, so Dave Fansler calls on Jeff Pardini from Pardini’s Catering to pull up a stool. The team talks about catering events, comparisons to restaurants, menus, and continuing a family food legacy.    Air Date: November 4 2023 Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.  ---  The Restaurateurs Website ---  Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts |  Facebook | Twitter/X | Instagram

October 28 2023 –  Mike Shirinian and Dave Fansler pull out the third bar stool because attorney Marc Kapetan joins the show.   On the Plate: Stuffed Atlantic Salmon with arugula and lemon zest over some Israeli couscous.  The meal is paired with a wonderful Pinot from DuMOL Winery.   The team talks rock ’n roll, law, good meals with friends, Pat LaRocca’s B-Day and more.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms. The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.  ---  The Restaurateurs Website ---  Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts |  Facebook | Twitter/X | Instagram

October 21 2023 –  Mike Shirinian and Dave Fansler take up the 4 Seater in the back as the prep for Mike’s Birthday. On the Plate:  Dave’s improved Turkey Salad with some Honey Sage Dressing. The team talks searching for the perfect harvest salad, prizes, SoCal dining, staying competitive, menu prices, Six-Dollar burritos and live shows.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.  ---  The Restaurateurs Website ---  Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts |  Facebook | Twitter/X | Instagram

October 14 2023 – Mike Shirinian and Dave Fansler slide back into the booth recalling flavors from yesteryear. On the Plate: Elbow Room Chefs Nick McCoy and Eric Rodriguez serve up a very unique dish, a freshly handmade pasta stuffed with butternut squash in hazelnut brown butter and more. The meal is paired with a bottle of Peter Michael Ma Danseuse Pinot.     The team talks beginners' wines, backyard parties, trips to Dave and Busters, NIL deals, types of BBQ, and remembering celebrity chef and Napa Valley local, Michael Chiarello.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.  ---  The Restaurateurs Website ---  Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts |  Facebook | Twitter/X | Instagram

October 7 2023 –  Mike Shirinian and Dave Fansler are back at the table sipping on some carbs.   On the Plate: Chef Mike Vernon serves up Wagyu Short Rib cook with a pasta alongside a delicious gravy. The meal is paired with a bottle of an exclusive Restaurateurs' blend and Champagne   The team talks salad bars, breads, types of charcuterie, complex sauces, letfovers, wraps, desserts, cheeseburgers and the story of Tejon Ranch.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.  ---  The Restaurateurs Website ---  Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts |  Facebook | Twitter/X | Instagram

Mike Shirinian and Dave Fansler are back talking about the Wind City. On the Plate: Elbow Room Chefs Nick McCoy and served up some a Potato Wrapped Halibut served over a Truffle Polenta.  The meal was paired with a bottle of Calera Pinot Noir. The team talks The Chicago Restaurant Show, Chi-town must visit spots for foodies, Oyster Bars, Burgers, Mediterranean menus and more.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/ ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow https://twitter.com/kmjnow ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/

Mike Shirinian and Dave Fansler welcome to the table Bobby Wittwer from Bobbys’s Meats.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/ ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow https://twitter.com/kmjnow ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/

Mike Shirinian and Dave Fansler are back at the table talking Mike’s favorites spots to visit while in Chicago. On the Plate: Chef Mike from Pismo’s served up beautiful Nebraska Ribeye with Bone Marrow Butter, Truffle Scallop Potatoes. The meal was paired with a bottle of Pine Ridge Cabernet.   The team talks fall menus, dry aging meats, and Mike’s favorite spots to visit while in Chicago.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/ ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow https://twitter.com/kmjnow ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/

Mike Shirinian welcomes to the table Nick Marziliano and Pat LaRocca for that Real Italian experience. On The Plate: Elbow Room Chefs presented a Hamachi with Aguachile Pistachios with a Lemon infused linguini. The meal was paired with a bottle of Paul Rose Champagne and a wonderful bottle of Merlot from Component Wine Co. The team talks farming, olive oils, sandwiches, peppers and everything else Italian. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/ ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow https://twitter.com/kmjnow ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/

Mike Shirinian and Dave Fansler sit down with Gloria and Arthur from Nina’s Bakery. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/  ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/    https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow    https://twitter.com/kmjnow    ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/ 

Mike Shirinian and Dave Fansler are reunited at the table catching up on the latest from the Maui fires.    On The Plate: Chef Eric Rodriguez from the Elbow Room plates up a Macadamia nut crusted Kampachi Fish alongside a tri-colored quinoa. The meal is paired with a bottle Pinot from Russell Bevan’s Addax Wines      The team talks Kampachi and places to visit while in sunny San Diego.   The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/ ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow https://twitter.com/kmjnow ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/

Dave Fansler & Nick Marizliano from Sam's Italian Deli are joined by a special guest, Vincent Ricchiuti of Enzo Olive Oil.  On The Plate: Chef Michael from Pismo’s plates up a Pan Roasted Halibut with Coconut Lime and Cilantro Rice, with an Heirloom Tomato Consume topped with Spinach wilted with ginger oil and Enzo Olive Oil.   The team talks everything Olives, from soil to sale.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/ ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow https://twitter.com/kmjnow ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/

Mike Shirinian is back at the table joined by Blake Taylor and talking rare meats.   On The Plate: Elbow Room Chefs Nick McCoy and Eric Rodriguez plated up a Rosemary Lemon Roasted Texas Quail stuff with farro, apricot and chard white cord all on top a seared polenta cake. The meal was paired with a bottle of Merlot from the Kapcsándy Family Winery.   The team talks price points, side dishes, rare meats, filling lunches, Merlots, growing grapes, sourcing the perfect wines, Westwood’s Fried Chicken, fusion dishes and more.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/ ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow https://twitter.com/kmjnow ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/

Ready for Part II: It’s a 3-bottle show for Dave Fansler, Nick Marziliano and Pat LaRocca as the continue their look back at their trip to Italy.     On The Plate: From Sam’s Deli Nick brings in an amazing spread that includes some Cali Caprese, the grilled Sausage Sandwich and Sam’s latest offering, an amazing Braciole.  The meal is all paired with a bottle of Proseco to kick it off, a bottle of Bussola Amarone della Valpolicella, and the third bottle is a Tignanello by Antinori from Tuscany.   The Team talks Air Conditioning in Europe, the best fried calamari, shower water pressure, table turnover, the views at The Jimbran Villa, La Sirenuse Positano and everything else Italy. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/ ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow https://twitter.com/kmjnow ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/

Dave Fansler is back at the table with Nick Marziliano and Pat LaRocca recapping their trip to Italy.    On The Plate: Chef Micheal Vernon serves a delicious Spaghetti alla Nerano - A Three Cheese Zuccini Pasta with seared scallops, no sauce. The meal is paired with a bottle of an Italian Falanghina White Wine.    Team talks weddings, traveling with family and a monsignor, feeding a crowd, wine, filling up at the fountain, Pizza and Beer receptions, live music and everything else Italy.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/ ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow https://twitter.com/kmjnow ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/

Mike Shirinian sits down with a very Special Guest Chef, Owner of Trelio - Chris Shackleford.   The team talks their vision of food, kitchen hopping, learning different styles, chateaus, wine retail programs, hunting for 9 Liter bottles of wine, the levels of cuisine, backyard experiences, passing on the passion and building a staff and friends in the food world.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/ ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow https://twitter.com/kmjnow ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/

Mike Shirinian and Dave Fansler feast over details of Dave’s upcoming trip to Italy.   On The Plate:  Chef Nick and Chef Eric from The Elbow Room prepared a wonderful Spanish Style Pork Shank served with sofrito and garbanzos. The delicious meal is paired with an Oregon Pino Noir.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/ ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow https://twitter.com/kmjnow ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/

Mike Shirinian and Dave Fansler welcome back Nick Marziliano owner of Sam's Italian Deli & Market for some great stories from his most recent trip to Italy.        On the plate: Chef Mike Vernon from Prismo’s serves and amazing branzino and polenta with Fusilli pasta in seafood stock and a tomato ragu. And then, the Squid Ink pasta with seafood stock with shrimp and crab and a little tomato rice...  and yeah, little calamari.  The meal is paired with a bottle Mike brought in of a fabulous Occidental Pinot Noir.   The team talks cruises, when in Rome, gondolas, speaking English in Italy, bucket list things, wines, Googling Yacht names, epic cave wine cellars, Michelin Star dining, incredible new experiences and more.    Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/ ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow https://twitter.com/kmjnow ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/

Mike Shirinian and Dave Fansler are back at the table talking Summer Dishes.  On the plate: Chef Nick and Chef Eric from The Elbow Room prepared a nice summer dish, an Asian inspired Alaskan Halibut top with a little bit a cilantro and mango salsa. The meal is paired with a sensational bottle of Hibou Nocturnal Cabernet and a bottle of Ruinart Rosé Champagne. Dave also brings in a bottle of Pinot Noir from High Camp Wines.   The team talks summer menus, reflecting on the classics, coconuts, mangos, beets, curry, fish dishes, collabs, wines and more.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/ ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow https://twitter.com/kmjnow ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/

Mike Shirinian and Dave Fansler are back at the table and talking pizza.   On the plate:  Chef Michel Vernon prepares a classic Pismo’s dish of dungeons crab, prawns, tomatoes on an iceberg lettuce, hard boiled eggs alongside an incredible louie dressing.   The team talks Pizza, pizza ovens, flavors and textures, sauces, oven spacing, salads, dressings, sea food, prospective restaurant sites, walking traffic, parking and more.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/ ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow https://twitter.com/kmjnow ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/

Mike Shirinian and Dave Fansler celebrate Mike’s Anniversary at The Elbow Room.   On the plate: Chef Michael Vernon presents another Pismo’s favorite, Sweet Pepper Relish Hummus. This delightful dish was paired with a bottle of Substance Savagnin Blanc. The team talks about stocking the latest wines, securing locations, closing funding deals and how The Elbow Room ended up at Fig Garden.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/ ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow https://twitter.com/kmjnow ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/

Mike Shirinian and Dave Fansler are ready to feast alongside the man of the hour, Pat LaRocca of FIVE. On the plate: Elbow Room Chefs Nick and Eric served up a wonderful Lobster Raviolo with a succotash with salted kale, fresh lobster with lump crab with a lemongrass crab corn bisque. The team breaks down the winners of the Best of the Valley Restaurant Awards and where did Teppanyaki come from, the great Yoshino family and Sweet Potato fries. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/ ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow https://twitter.com/kmjnow ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/

Mike Shirinian and Dave Fansler sit down and recap their Blending Experience in Napa Valley and getting ready for a busy Mother’s Day.   The team discusses the prices of wood, vineyards, blending flavors, tracking the weather, Westwoods BBQ, JFC, Tequila and American Bourbons.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Restaurateurs' on all platforms:    The Restaurateurs Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  Website  https://therestaurateurs.com/ ---  KMJ Socials   https://www.kmjnow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kmjnow https://twitter.com/kmjnow ---  More KMJ Original Podcast's    https://www.kmjnow.com/podcasts-3/