Best Grill Menu Podcasts (2024)

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Kim Foster, Sarah Lohman and Lots of Fun! 57:24

2h ago57:24

57:24

Gemini takes over while Al is on vacation and invites her friends and food authors Kim Foster (The Meth Lunches) and Sarah Lohman (Endangered Eating, Eight Flavors) to talk about why food is important in communities, where food and food ideas come from, and what it means to use food to uplift people. In all the seriousness, there are plenty of laug…

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Palate, Soulbelly BBQ, Carmelita's and much more 1:05:55

7d ago1:05:55

1:05:55

It's a jam packed show this week, centering around Al's conversation with Chef Sterling Buckley of Palate in the Arts District. Also joining the fun: Chuck Fromer of John Mulls Meats and The Roadkill Grill, Soulbelly BBQ’s Chef Bruce Kalman, Chef Leticia Mitchell of Leticia’s, Letty’s and the brand new Carmelita's, 1228 Main’s head baker Chef Noel …

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Episode 7 - It's Taco Time 42:32

11d ago42:32

42:32

Let's Talk Tacos! Barry and Jeff talk about the cube rule and how it applies to tacos, which are at least sandwich-adjacent. We also drool over the Pesto Parmesean Grilled Cheese, Smoked Bacon Egg Avocado Toast, and the scratch made Pop Tarts from Coffee Class, corn and flour Mixtlas tortillas from HEB, Adobo Beef and Birria tacos from El Luchador,…

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Palms Pop-Up and Bramare 1:15:34

14d ago1:15:34

1:15:34

Al and Rich anchor the show this week. But have no fear. Gemini is on board for the big centerpiece interview with Evan Glusman and Chef Joe Valdez. We also have an extended interview with former 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea Chef Taylor Persh, discussing a very intense pop-up she’s bringing to the Palms. Other highlights include conversations with …

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Border Grill and Mexican Wine 1:22:40

21d ago1:22:40

1:22:40

Border Grill’s Yancy Perez gives Gemini and Al a crash course in Mexican wine, while Al shares some stories about some super-cool Italian champagne glasses he discovered in San Francisco. Also, you’ll learn about Gemini’s recent meal at Boom Bang, her exploration of Allegiant Stadium’s dining options, and Al’s California pizza adventures. And we ha…

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Jose Andres' Bazaar Mar 1:24:13

1M ago1:24:13

1:24:13

In this week's episode, Al shares the full interview with Jose Andres Group CEO Sam Bakhshandehpour that he previewed last week, and the pair discuss the new Bazaar Mar in The Shops At Crystals. There's an extended interview with longtime Las Vegas barman David Cooper, discussing his new vodka brand, Spur. Also: the founder of Angie's Lobster, expl…

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Hussong's Comes to Mandalay Bay 1:19:45

1M ago1:19:45

1:19:45

Importing a bar concept to the Vegas Strip is always hard. But doing it from a hospital bed after a paralyzing motorcycle accident would be impossible for most of us. Titan Brands co-founder Scott Frost was still in his hospital bed following his accident when he finalized the deal to bring the Ensenada dive bar Hussong’s to Mandalay Place. Frost t…

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Episode 6 - Texas, Breakfast, and Ice Cream 42:18

1M ago42:18

42:18

This episode, get into some tasty sandwiches from Texas and indulge our sweeth tooth (teeth?) as we discuss Box St. All Day Brunch in San Antonio, McDonald's breakfast, The Auslander in Fredericksburg, Hofbrauhaus in Las Vegas, Ice Cream Sandwiches from around the world, the Ice Cream Waffle from the Jersey Shore, Stroopwaffles, Astronaut ice cream…

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Vegas Concierge 101 1:22:26

1M ago1:22:26

1:22:26

While a concierge can be a foodie’s (or any traveler’s) best friend, many don’t really understand how to utilize them. So Al, who has been both disappointed by and impressed with various hotels’ concierge desks, sat down with Mildred Schneidman, a veteran hotel concierge and president of the Southern Nevada Hotel Concierge Association, for some adv…

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Bobby Flay goes French 1:08:18

2M ago1:08:18

1:08:18

Gemini’s out this week, but Al and Rich are together with reports from Vegas and Chicago, some opinions on The Bear, a bit of news, a Chef Joe Valdez interview we forgot to run last week, and a few longer-form interviews. Rich bumped into a food TV star filming in Chicago. Al dined at Bobby Flay’s newest spot, Brasserie B by Bobby Flay – where he w…

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Scotch 80's Social Hour Menu 1:21:01

2M ago1:21:01

1:21:01

Al and Gemini get a personal tour of Scotch 80's new Social Hour menu at Palms Casino. And that includes a deep dive into the steakhouse's beef sourcing. Also this week: Gemini checks out Carson Kitchen, which is celebrating ten years of serving up cutting edge cuisine downtown. Meanwhile Al shares what he can about an "off the record" meal at Anim…

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Help Tomorrow's Chefs Today 59:12

2M ago59:12

59:12

This week’s episode was recorded live at the Culinary Academy of Las Vegas, and centers around a conversation with chef/instructors, Nick Preston and Culinary Apprenticeship Coordinator Chiara Astriab. They share all sorts of info on how they can help advance your culinary career, whether it’s a new idea or a continuation of your journey. Other int…

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Too Much Pizza? Never!! 1:08:38

2M ago1:08:38

1:08:38

Las Vegas scored big on the Top 50 Pizza list, as recently announced in New York. And two of our best are here to talk about it: Metro's John Arena and Michael Vakneen of 00 Pie and Pub. Also: Gemini is back with hospital horror stories and lots of love for all who've shown her the love. Oh, and Al and Rich ate food at places. Learn more about your…

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Al Explains Himself (And Trolls the Trolls) 1:22:39

3M ago1:22:39

1:22:39

Not that he needs to after a quarter-century of pro food writing, but Al felt the need to rant just a bit about the difference between being a professional food writer and a hobbyist. And the difference between being a food writer and a food critic (spoiler: Al is the former, not the later). Also, lots of new news from longtime friends of the pod A…

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Vegas Prime Magazine is Here! 57:09

3M ago57:09

57:09

Longtime Las Vegas journalist Don Chaurensy joins Al to discuss the new magazine Don is helming: Vegas Prime. Also: Al shares his food experiences at Suzuya Café on Spring Mountain Road, Cathedrale in Aria. and Marche Bacchus under new chef Chef Nikko Broznan, and much more. With Gemini out this week, Rich shares his baseball/dining experience in t…

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Culinary Hangover 1:14:35

3M ago1:14:35

1:14:35

It's Al and Rich in this week's episode, which starts off with a review of all the festivities surrounding The World's 50 Best Restaurants' time in Las Vegas. We kick off with a post-event rundown from Elizabeth Blau, who was instrumental in convincing the event to come here. She also organized Wynn Las Vegas' companion culinary festival, Revelry. …

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Episode 5 - Chimichurri, Aioli, BBQ, and Cheesesteaks 46:33

3M ago46:33

46:33

We're all over the place this episode. Listen and get hungry as we discuss the Chimichurri Steak sandwich with cranberry chutney aioli from Urbane Cafe, the Chimichurri Steak and Bacon sandwich with caramelized onion jam from Mendocino Farms, the Star Trek Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Mustard Caper Remoulade, brisket on white bread from Rudy's in …

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50 Best Restaurants 1:15:11

3M ago1:15:11

1:15:11

Producer/Engineer Rich Johnson is back for a guest co-host spot, and Al chose the perfect venue: Toasted Gastropub on West Flamingo and the 215. Sharing the info, and three awesome dishes, is Alfie Szeprethy, Executive chef for both Sammy's Woodfired Pizza and Toasted. Rich shares a few experiences from Chicago, and Al goes into detail about the ev…

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Sammy Hagar teams with Palms 1:00:20

4M ago1:00:20

1:00:20

The Red Rocker is behind Sammy's Island, the new pool concept at the Palms Resort & Casino. Al gets the full download from Palms executive chef Marcus O’Brien, including just how involved Sammy Hagar was in the concept and buildout. Also: Gemini talks to Chef Matthew Effendy about his new line of creme brulee called "Creme by ME." Learn more about …

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Vegas Unstripped! 1:19:25

4M ago1:19:25

1:19:25

This special extra-jumbo episode was recorded at Vegas Unstripped, where the best chefs in the valley gathered to show off their skills by cooking up items not on their menus. Al and Gemini talk to a dozen chefs, foodies and others who ate and drank the night away around the pools at the Palms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices…

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World's 50 Best Restaurants 1:20:13

4M ago1:20:13

1:20:13

Al and Gemini try to give you all the information you need to enjoy the World's 50 Best Restaurants' arrival in Las Vegas next month, and the multiple culinary festivals and events surrounding it. You'll hear all about all the events that still have tickets available, and you'll hear from many of the chefs involved -- including Jeff Ramsey, Devin H…

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Episode 4 - Peanut Butter Jelly Time 37:45

4M ago37:45

37:45

It's time to discuss America's favorite sandwich: Peanut Butter and Jelly! We talk about the history of both peanut butter and jelly, our childhood memories of PB&J, lunchboxes, the right and wrong ways to make a PB&J, the abomination that is Goober Grape, toasted or grilled bread, fried PB&J, various nut butters, crunchy and smooth peanut butter, …

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Yukon Pizza and Sky-High Parties 1:08:15

4M ago1:08:15

1:08:15

Gemini sits down with Yukon Pizza’s Alex White to discuss the pizza that won him a World Champion title. Al chats with Circa's Director of Player Development and Special Events, Whitney Genevieve Godard, to talk about Legacy Club’s popular special event series. We also have interviews with Chef Gina Marinelli discussing Harlo’s monthly tasting menu…

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Bazaar Meat, Brezza, and Vegas Pizza in SoCal 59:53

5M ago59:53

59:53

Two popular local businesses – Gyu+ sandos and Suzuya Patisserie – are preparing to open new concepts in The Center At Spring Mountain, and Al sits down with restaurateur Luis De Santos to talk about them. Other interviews this week include Bazaar Meat’s Frank Medina talking about a new $99 tasting menu being offered on weekdays in their lounge and…

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Las Vegas Distillery is Back 1:05:32

5M ago1:05:32

1:05:32

Las Vegas Distillery is back, with new owners and new ideas. Gemini gets the full download General Manager/Tap Room Wrangler/Tour Commissioner/Swag Dude Cody Fredrickson. She also shares a long dining week, which included stops at Half Bird, La Madre Canyon Grill and The George at Durango Casino. Al helped Chef Roy Ellamar open patio season at Fine…

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Episode 3 - Grocery Store Drinking, Grilled Cheese, and Secret Menu Items 37:22

5M ago37:22

37:22

We go off the rails pretty quickly as we discuss the Lemmy sandwich and the Say Hello To My Litle Panini from Rock N Grapes wine pub in Henderson, cole slaw, tajin and watermelon vinegar pico, burgers from the Dillinger in Boulder City, drinking in the Whole Foods, All’antico Vinaio was just ok, the Happy Turkey Club from The Happy Hoagie in the Su…

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Chefs for Kids 1:05:36

5M ago1:05:36

1:05:36

The annual event to benefit food education for the valley's under-served children is coming up in early May, and Al gets a full preview from Chef Mark Sandoval at UNLV. As for dining this week, Gemini plays the hits with stops a Garagiste, Esther's and Nevada Brew Works. Meanwhile, Al stretches his sushi chops with some wacky rolls at Mizumi, then …

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KYU, Crushpad and Kim Foster 1:01:03

5M ago1:01:03

1:01:03

It's a "clean out the closet" episode, as Al and Gemini share some interviews that have been looking for a home. Most important: author and past podcast guest Kim Foster tells us about her book that she first mentioned more than a year ago. "The Meth Lunches: Food and Longing in an American City" tells tales of what happens when the traditional fam…

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Wineaux, Esther's, Chefs for Kids - And the Eclipse! 1:09:21

6M ago1:09:21

1:09:21

Al and Gemini podcast from Wineaux, the new wine bar in UnCommons. Chef Shawn McClain and Sommelier Nick Hetzel share how they came together for this project and what it's all about. Also: Al takes a deeper dive into the new iteration of Esther's Kitchen, while Gemini explains This Mama's House, which popped up at 00 Pie & Pub. Also: lots of pizza …

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UNLVino's Sake Fever! 1:06:55

6M ago1:06:55

1:06:55

Gemini and Al sit down with UNLV student Paiton Zilio and Allen Carter of Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, to discuss UNLVino’s Sake Fever event on April 19 at the Resorts World pool. Together, they dig into the history of UNLVino, and discuss the role it plays in educating future generations of culinary workers, and bringing together the Las Ve…

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Episode 2 - Pickles and Gabagool 47:09

6M ago47:09

47:09

Eeeeyyyy, it's Gabagool time! Barry and Jeff chat about pickles and pickled things, Bar Code burgers, bleu cheese, Hopdoddy's spicy Llano Poblano and El Diablo burger, hot peppers, Spicy Yardbird from CraftBurger, The Hobbit Cafe's old Caribbean jerk burger, the importance of bread, Reubens from Weiss Deli and Katz's, even more pickle talk, Italian…

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A Social Media Family 1:07:47

6M ago1:07:47

1:07:47

Al and Gem are back at Dom DeMarco's, hosting a mother-daughter social media team. Emmy Kasten is a longtime Vegas writer and lifestyle journalist. Her daughter, Alix, is a TikTok creator, with accounts followed by more than 80,000 people. Her videos show off a store, restaurant or other location in a lightning-fast 13 seconds - and Al is frustrate…

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Esther's Kitchen, Bigger & Better 1:16:09

6M ago1:16:09

1:16:09

Al and Gemini record an entire episode on location at the restaurant everyone is talking about this week, the newly opened Esther’s Kitchen. They’re joined by the restaurant’s top chef, and owner, James Trees. In addition to telling them all about his new digs, Trees reminisces about his early days in The Arts District, and reflects on Esther’s suc…

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Episode 1 - Monte Cristo and Questions From the Internet 34:37

6M ago34:37

34:37

It's our first episode! Barry and Jeff are here to spread their love of sandwiches and all things sandwich-adjacent. we chat about Luciano's Goodfella sandwich, dressed lettuce on Italian sandwiches, Mendocino Farms' Peruvian Steak sandwich, Capriotti's Bobbie, Pancetta, the Monte Cristo sandwich, chocolate-covered bacon, how Subway sucks, the Mong…

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Smoke & Mirrors! 1:11:53

6M ago1:11:53

1:11:53

Al and Gemini do a semi-serious test-drive of the first cannabis lounge in the valley, Smoke & Mirrors. It's the first cannabis consumption lounge to open under Nevada's new regulations for those businesses. Consultant Chris LaPorte helped build the place, and he explains it all. As for dining, it's a gallery of the usual (and excellent) suspects f…

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Have Another Donut! 1:14:16

7M ago1:14:16

1:14:16

And we did... at the brand new Federal Chicken & Donuts, next to the food hall at Red Rock Resort. The Philadelphia-based chain is putting out four varieties of chicken sandwiches, chicken strips and more than a dozen kinds of fancy donuts. Also: Al gets schooled in all things Parma and Iberico at "Cure Camp," EAT's Natalie Young is not happy with …

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Portnoy's Pizza Picks 1:09:36

7M ago1:09:36

1:09:36

We're back at Dom DeMarco's Pizzeria & Wine Bar on West Charleston for, what else? More pizza talk! And the big topic is Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy doing is famous "One Bite Pizza Reviews" in Las Vegas during Super Bowl week. Of the four places Dave visited, Dom DeMarco's got the top review. We talk to owner Albert Scalleat, as well as Good Pie'…

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Super Bowl Hangover 1:09:47

7M ago1:09:47

1:09:47

Al, Gemini and Rich share their experiences before and during the big game, including the NFL's signature charity event, Taste of the NFL, which benefits GenYouth and its "End Student Hunger" fund. Rich spoke to some of the superstar chefs that took part. Al and Gemini got to "Toast by Tostitos," which featured, well, Tostitos. Gemini got to 00 Pie…

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Super Bowl in Las Vegas 1:13:06

7M ago1:13:06

1:13:06

After years of shunning us, the NFL is finally letting Las Vegas host its first Super Bowl. And several local chefs will be involved - and just about every joint in the valley will be doing something football-related on Sunday. Also: Al shares several conversations in this episode, including Chefs Leticia Mitchell, Stephanie Sandfrey, Joe Komiski, …

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Las Vegas' James Beard Nominees 1:13:50

8M ago1:13:50

1:13:50

Five chefs from Las Vegas have received nominations for James Beard awards, and we've talked to four of them! Plus: comments from Thomas Keller on the 20th anniversary of Bouchon, and Joe Bastianich on the opening of All’Antico Vinaio, one of the most famous sandwich shops in Italy. Also: a new Executive Chef at Bazaar Meats and two big-deal grocer…

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Fancy Food and More 1:10:30

8M ago1:10:30

1:10:30

Al and Gemini recorded this episode at the Fancy Foods Show, and talked to a few of the people hoping to find buyers for their products. Also: Chef Lasheeda Perry talks to Al about Taste of the NFL, the annual pre-Super Bowl event featuring some national celebrity chefs and some of our own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com…

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Too Hot Tamales: Drive-Thru! 1:08:04

8M ago1:08:04

1:08:04

The legendary chefs of Border Grill, Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken, are expanding their empire to the Las Vegas suburbs. Barbecue Mexicana is opening at The Bend. The concept is already in place right across the hall from Border Grill, in T-Mobile Arena and Allegiant Field. But this will the group's first stand-alone fast-casual property. Als…

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Bel-Aire Lounge Scores at Durango 1:13:13

8M ago1:13:13

1:13:13

Al, Gemini and Rich dive into a great mid-day feast at Bel-Aire Lounge in the new Durango Casino & Resort, courtesy of Keith Eure of Clique Hospitality. Between bites of a tuna roll, burgers, churros, shrimp and more, Keith told us all about Clique's restaurants at Durango, Bel-Aire Lounge, Mijo Modern Mexican and Mijo's speakeasy, Wax Rabbit. Also…

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Dom DeMarco's Pizza: From Brooklyn to Las Vegas 1:09:49

9M ago1:09:49

1:09:49

One of the valley's groundbreaking pizza parlors has, for 12 years, sat in a strip mall nestled between a pet store and a grocery store. But the history of Dom DeMarco's Pizza stretches years before, and all the way to Brooklyn. Owner Albert Scalleat tells the fascinating tale of coming out of retirement and convincing one of New York City's premie…

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The Best of 2023 - Just Not Ours 1:01:38

9M ago1:01:38

1:01:38

Al and Gemini spend much of this yearend episode reviewing the reviewers. They critique the 'Best Of' lists complied by Desert Companion, Las Vegas Weekly and Eater. Also, stunning news from the owner of two popular Asian restaurants. Chef Bank Atcharawan is stepping down from Lamaii to focus on his health and his future. Learn more about your ad c…

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New Owners, New Plans 1:03:21

9M ago1:03:21

1:03:21

Table 34 has been under the Batch Hospitality brand for nearly a year. There is also new ownership at Graze Kitchen, the plant-based joint at South Buffalo and Warm Springs. Al talked to the owners of both establishments about their plans for 2024, from new menus to new restaurants. And, as usual, Al, Gemini and Rich share their recent dining exper…

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Judy Joo's Seoul Food in Las Vegas 49:54

9M ago49:54

49:54

Seoul Bird Korean Street Food serves up fried chicken strips, sandwiches and more inside the Proper Eats Food Hall at Aria. It's Chef Judy Joo's first Vegas venture after two successful outlets in London. Joo is also a cookbook author, an Iron Chef in the UK (despite being a born and bred New Jersey girl), and a veteran of the flagship restaurants …

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Durango is Good to Go 1:17:49

9M ago1:17:49

1:17:49

The first ground-up casino in years built especially for locals is up and running. Station Casinos opened Durango Casino and Resort earlier this week. Al got a big preview of the property's food and beverage offerings from Executive Chef Danny Ye. And Rich was there for the ribbon-cutting and very "cozy" slot and video poker play in the huge space …

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Todd Harrington, Cutting-Edge Knife Maker 1:03:04

10M ago1:03:04

1:03:04

It's been about three years since Chef Todd Harrington challenged himself to make a knife - with no knowledge of how to do it. Now, his one-of-a-kind works of art are the prized tools of chefs and cooks all over. Al went to Chef Todd's home to get the full story - and, it turns out, a knife! Also: news of two sudden closings, some holiday wine pari…

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Las Vegas Thanksgiving Leftovers 1:05:16

10M ago1:05:16

1:05:16

The holiday week is a good time to share a couple of interviews about new items on Zouk's patio and the first expansion of The Golden Steer in decades. Al, Gemini and Rich share several restaurant experiences in the past week, including yet another great breakfast place and a 'Spukie,' a Chicago-inspirated Polish dog and Italian Beef. And Al shares…

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