SoCal Restaurant Show December 14, 2024 Hour 1

SoCal Restaurant Show

If you’ve been to Solvang, USA (the Danish Capital of America) you’ve no doubt tasted the sweet version of the delightful Aebleskivers. Author Pim Pauline Overgaard’s first cookbook, Aebleskiver – A New Take on Traditional Danish Pancakes “reimagines the traditional Danish pancake with new flavors (both sweet and savory) and creative spins, making it a must-have for any kitchen. These versatile treats are ideal for any meal, especially a brunch gathering with family and friends. Discover the world of Aebleskiver, the beloved, sphere-shaped Danish pancakes traditionally savored during the holidays and for special celebrations. In this contemporary twist, more than 70 recipes transform these sweet delights to everyday fare. Perfect for any meal, Aebleskiver can be enjoyed in both the classic sweet variations and in innovative savory forms.” Pim Pauline Overgaard is our guide to all things Aebleskiver and joins us with Aebleskiver pan at the ready.

“The Helms Bakery, a modern interpretation of the original (closed in 1969) including a multi-space layout with a (coming soon) full-service restaurant, Dinette, for breakfast and lunch (to open at a later date), a dedicated bakery with takeaway counter for prepared foods, as well as a retail section of specialty products, is now open in the soft open phase.” Hours are limited from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. from Thursday to Sunday.

This 14,000 square foot upscale food emporium is the 12-year dream of Chef Sang Yoon (Father’s Office) and is easily the most ambitious food venture to launch in Southern California in 2024. In addition to the lavish Bakery Counter (cookies, cales, pies, pastries) there is a Coffee & Beverage Counter where the coffee beans are roasted and ground right there. You can even get the famous Dole Whip (of Disneyland fame) here. At the Deli Counter at Lunch there are a wide variety of sandwiches available on Helms fresh-baked breads. In the a.m. adjacent to the Deli Counter is a grab-and-go case with hot breakfast sandwiches. Everything is replenished and rotated during the day as appropriate. Our guides to all things Helms Bakery are Restaurateur Sang Yoon and Executive Chef Nanor Harboyan.

Our own Chef Andrew Gruel, the menu-maker behind the full-service Calico Fish House (in the Sunset Beach area of Huntington Beach) provides another timely and informative “Ask the Chef” segment where he responds to listeners’ thoughtful inquiries. Listeners have been asking for it and, now, it’s finally here. It’s Chef Andrew Gruel’s first cookbook – Andrew Gruel’s Family Cookbook. Let’s bring the Family together cooking in the kitchen. Chef Andrew has all the particulars.

All of this and heaping helpings of extra deliciousness on this week’s not-to-miss show!