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 in Tustin provides another timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries.

It should be Dungeness Crab Season in California right now but it’s been delayed yet again in many areas. Chef Andrew explains. Beverages are now getting more attention from fast casual restaurants. We’ll take a closer look at McDonald’s (CosMc’s) and In-N-Out as current examples.

Look for Chef Andrew’s new cooking video with Cathy Thomas on the Orange Coast Magazine Website. He prepares One-Pan Seared Salmon with Sweet Potatoes (from Melissa’s), mushrooms, and garbanzo beans.

Check out Chef Andrew’s handy and practical cooking tips on Substack at “American Gravy.” There is an accessible free level as well as a premium option with a modest cost.

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