Diva Lounge

Pastry chefs, Ray + Manuel Miranda-Vizcaino of Mr. Cakes USA talk to us about cake, their Food Network experiences, their struggles and their journey to stardom. https://www.mrcakesusa.com/

Chef Danilo (DJ) Tangalin of Bivouac Ciderworks talks about the importance of inspiring future chefs and having mentors along the way. Jack Monaco, who's been cooking for 50 years, shares his wisdom with the Rising Stars.

Chefs Andrew Spurgin and Shihomi Borillo (of Azuki Sushi) share their personal experiences with Japanese cuisine, along with the passion and devotion to craftsmanship that's required to master the art. And, don't forget, the mastered art also requires proper food ediquette! http://www.AndrewSpurgin.com http://azukisushi.com/

Native San Diego chef, JC Colon, currently at Hotel Republic, shares the perfection of spooning.

Two-time winner of "Chef of the Fest", Mark Kropczynski, Executive Chef at the US Grant Hotel, has been in the industry since age 15. In the last 40 years, he's been reinventing himself while keeping things simple, yet elegant.

Master chef, Claudia Sandoval, Christine Rivera and Lety McKenzie talk about their charity event at Machete Beer House in honor of women's history month! Listen up for a chance to win tickets ($150 value) to this event!

Alabama chef, Logan Kendall, finds inspiration to thrive in the competitive San Diego food scene!

San Diego native and owner of Wheat & Water, Ted, shares his vision of a "California Coastal" pizza place for locals. #justcause

San Diego native, Chef Matt Moyer of the La Jolla Country Club has been cheffin' it up for 16 years at the club! There is no place like home!

Andrea Davis of Andrea's Truffles talks all things chocolate! http://www.andreastruffles.com/

This is a special edition of The Diva Lounge; Chef Aaron Obregon chats with the Divas about the recent September 19th earthquake in Mexico. The team discusses how they got together to request help from the community in support of the Mexico Relief Fund. To view the video that goes along with this production, visit the Specialty Produce FaceBook page at https://www.facebook.com/specialtyproduce/

Coffee enthusiasts, PJ Ortega and David Alfaro share their passion for coffee. The roastery and coffee in Carlsbad brings on experience like no other! http://www.leap.coffee

Business man, husband and father Eric Adler shares his love for tacos and Mexican heritage.

Chef Claudette talks about Mexican Regional Cuisine and El Jardin, which is set to open in 2018!

Chef Aaron Obregon shares a taste of his Mexican cuisine and love for local ingredients.

Chef Tim Kolanko shares the culture of Blue Bridge Hospitality build from local and sustainable food.

Executive chef Joe Magnanelli of Urban Kitchen Group talks about inspiring his team and supporting local San Diego farmers through his Beast Feast.

Diva Lounge interviews Farmer J Fitzgerald Kelly -- Grower and Purveyor of Top-Quality Ripe Tree Fruit to Restaurants, Specialty Markets, and Farmer's Markets in San Francisco, Mountain View, and Santa Monica, CA.

Diva Lounge interviews Jacob Sensano and Juan Carlos Recamier of Ceviche House.

Diva Lounge interviews the sweet and savory diva - Chef Maeve of Sugar & Scribe.