Tasting Arcadia Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:01 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2390182 en-us © 2026 Tasting Arcadia yes 8988883d-70d5-56a5-bd4d-d2c79a669da7 Karen Mac Nair episodic false Tasting Arcadia takes you on a culinary journey as we celebrate the food and drinks from all the different restaurants in Arcadia and throughout the San Gabriel Valley. We’ll interview guests that will share with you their favorite dishes. And upcoming tasting and food events.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Karen Mac Nair https://storage.buzzsprout.com/8s1b2idzzw6dp0e4w1xmsjbrs132?.jpg Tasting Arcadia https://www.buzzsprout.com/2390182 Episode 37 of Season 3 - USC Arcadia Hospital Episode 37 of Season 3 - USC Arcadia Hospital You probably don’t think “hospital” when you think “great food,” but that assumption is exactly what we challenge here. On Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair sits down with USC Arcadia Hospital’s team and learn how a community hospital in the San Gabriel Valley is raising the bar on patient dining, public café options, and nutrition education, while still keeping food enjoyable and human.

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]]> You probably don’t think “hospital” when you think “great food,” but that assumption is exactly what we challenge here. On Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair sits down with USC Arcadia Hospital’s team and learn how a community hospital in the San Gabriel Valley is raising the bar on patient dining, public café options, and nutrition education, while still keeping food enjoyable and human.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-19662621 Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:00:00 -0700 1138 Podcast, Tasting Arcadia, Food Podcast, Healthcare, Hospital Food, Food and Nutrition, USC Arcadia Hospital, Arcadia California, San Gabriel Valley, Keck Medicine of USC, SGV Eats, Local Community, Patient Dining, Hospital Cafeteria, Culinary Medicine, Ho 3 37 full false Episode 36 of Season 3 - Yelp Episode 36 of Season 3 - Yelp You can taste something amazing once, but the real magic is knowing how to find it again. On Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair sits down with TD Tran, Yelp Community Director for the San Gabriel Valley, to break down how Yelp helps diners discover great local restaurants and how small business owners can build a stronger presence through accurate info, better photos, and consistent responses to reviews. If Yelp has ever felt overwhelming, this conversation makes it practical, friendly, and useful.

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]]> You can taste something amazing once, but the real magic is knowing how to find it again. On Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair sits down with TD Tran, Yelp Community Director for the San Gabriel Valley, to break down how Yelp helps diners discover great local restaurants and how small business owners can build a stronger presence through accurate info, better photos, and consistent responses to reviews. If Yelp has ever felt overwhelming, this conversation makes it practical, friendly, and useful.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-19626811 Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:00:00 -0700 1047 asting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair, TD Tran, Yelp, Yelp SGV, San Gabriel Valley, Local Restaurants, SGV Food, Small Business Marketing, Restaurant Marketing, Foodie Guide, Yelp Reviews, Local Business Tips, Food Podcast, Dining Guide 3 36 full false Episode 35 of Season 3 - The World Famous Derby Episode 35 of Season 3 - The World Famous Derby A restaurant doesn’t last 104 years by accident, and The Derby in Arcadia is proof. On Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair CEO of the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce sits down with Tyler Zikuski , The Derby’s now Director of Operations, to talk about how a historic space can stay timeless while still evolving. From its early roots tied to Seabiscuit jockey George Wolfe to the fine dining steakhouse experience it’s known for today, we dig into what makes The Derby a true San Gabriel Valley landmark.

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]]> A restaurant doesn’t last 104 years by accident, and The Derby in Arcadia is proof. On Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair CEO of the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce sits down with Tyler Zikuski , The Derby’s now Director of Operations, to talk about how a historic space can stay timeless while still evolving. From its early roots tied to Seabiscuit jockey George Wolfe to the fine dining steakhouse experience it’s known for today, we dig into what makes The Derby a true San Gabriel Valley landmark.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-19592992 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:00 -0700 1264 Arcadia CA, Arcadia Chamber of Commerce, San Gabriel Valley, SGV Food, Tasting Arcadia, Restaurant History, Historic Restaurants, Fine Dining, Steakhouse, Local Eats, The Derby Arcadia, George Woolf, Seabiscuit History, Historic Landmarks, Business Longev 3 35 full false Episode 34 of Season 3 - Kin Khao Thai Eatery Episode 34 of Season 3 - Kin Khao Thai Eatery A restaurant can start with spreadsheets and careful planning, or it can start with a mom joking, “What if we open a restaurant?” and then texting, “We have the keys.” On Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair sits down with Pinki from Kin Kao Thai Eatery in Monrovia to hear how a family with backgrounds in bio, biotech, engineering, and design turned family Thai recipes into a fast-growing neighborhood favorite, and why Taste of Arcadia is the perfect place to try some of their food.

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]]> A restaurant can start with spreadsheets and careful planning, or it can start with a mom joking, “What if we open a restaurant?” and then texting, “We have the keys.” On Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair sits down with Pinki from Kin Kao Thai Eatery in Monrovia to hear how a family with backgrounds in bio, biotech, engineering, and design turned family Thai recipes into a fast-growing neighborhood favorite, and why Taste of Arcadia is the perfect place to try some of their food.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-19560394 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0700 1675 Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair, Kin Kao Thai Eatery, Kin Khao Thai Eatery, Monrovia CA, Monrovia restaurants, San Gabriel Valley food, SGV eats, Thai food, Taste of Arcadia, family business, career pivot, women entrepreneurs 3 34 full false Episode 33 of Season 3 - All India Cafe Episode 33 of Season 3 - All India Cafe A family-run Indian restaurant doesn’t last nearly 30 years by accident and All India Cafe proves it. On Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair sits down with Harsimran Singh Khinda, the executive chef at the Arcadia location, to talk about how a Pasadena original (opened in 1996) grew into a third branch right here in town, and what it takes to keep longtime regulars excited while welcoming new guests who are just learning the menu.

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]]> A family-run Indian restaurant doesn’t last nearly 30 years by accident and All India Cafe proves it. On Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair sits down with Harsimran Singh Khinda, the executive chef at the Arcadia location, to talk about how a Pasadena original (opened in 1996) grew into a third branch right here in town, and what it takes to keep longtime regulars excited while welcoming new guests who are just learning the menu.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-19523078 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0700 2062 Arcadia CA, Tasting Arcadia, All India Cafe, Indian Food, San Gabriel Valley, SGV Food, Family Owned Business, Chef Interview, Karen MacNair, Harsimran Singh Khinda, Local Eats, Arcadia Restaurants, Pasadena Eats 3 33 full false Episode 32 of Season 3 - Mario's Hard Espresso Episode 32 of Season 3 - Mario's Hard Espresso A tiny holiday tradition can turn into something much bigger if you refuse to cut corners. On Tasting Arcadia, Karen McNair ( CEO of the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce) sits down with Joe from Mario’s Hard Espresso to trace the brand back to Joe’s father, Mario, who made a small batch espresso liqueur once a year for friends and family. That “share the love” spirit still drives everything, right down to the decision to keep the recipe simple and real: true Arabica dark roast espresso, organic Madagascar vanilla, cane sugar, and a neutral grain spirit that lets the coffee shine.

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]]> A tiny holiday tradition can turn into something much bigger if you refuse to cut corners. On Tasting Arcadia, Karen McNair ( CEO of the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce) sits down with Joe from Mario’s Hard Espresso to trace the brand back to Joe’s father, Mario, who made a small batch espresso liqueur once a year for friends and family. That “share the love” spirit still drives everything, right down to the decision to keep the recipe simple and real: true Arabica dark roast espresso, organic Madagascar vanilla, cane sugar, and a neutral grain spirit that lets the coffee shine.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-19490512 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0700 2537 Tasting Arcadia Podcast, Mario’s Hard Espresso, Joe Grasso, Taste of Arcadia, Espresso Liqueur, Espresso Martini recipe, Arcadia Chamber of Commerce, Craft Spirits, Low sugar espresso liqueur, Best Espresso Liqueur, Family recipe spirits, Espresso, Local 3 32 full false Episode 31 of Season 3 - Fillet Sushi Episode 31 of Season 3 - Fillet Sushi You’ve heard people argue about what counts as “authentic” sushi but what happens when a chef learns traditional Japanese technique and then decides the final goal is simply to make it better? On Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair sits down with Lynn and Thee of Fillet Sushi in Old Town Monrovia to talk about building a new restaurant, earning regulars fast, and creating dishes that sound a little strange until the first bite proves the point.

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]]> You’ve heard people argue about what counts as “authentic” sushi but what happens when a chef learns traditional Japanese technique and then decides the final goal is simply to make it better? On Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair sits down with Lynn and Thee of Fillet Sushi in Old Town Monrovia to talk about building a new restaurant, earning regulars fast, and creating dishes that sound a little strange until the first bite proves the point.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-19460207 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0700 1495 Taste Of Arcadia, Fillet Shusi, shusi, fish, Karen Mac Nair 3 31 full false Episode 30 of Season 3 - Cocijo Mezcal Episode 30 of Season 3 - Cocijo Mezcal Mezcal can taste like smoke, sweetness, and a place you have never been, and it can also taste like someone’s childhood. Karen Mac Nair sits with Jaime Vargas from Cosijo Mezcal, a brand rooted in more than 82 years of family tradition in Oaxaca, and we get into what happens when heritage meets the real grind of building a spirits business in California. If you love craft spirits, agave, tequila comparisons, and learning how to taste with more confidence, this one is for you.

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]]> Mezcal can taste like smoke, sweetness, and a place you have never been, and it can also taste like someone’s childhood. Karen Mac Nair sits with Jaime Vargas from Cosijo Mezcal, a brand rooted in more than 82 years of family tradition in Oaxaca, and we get into what happens when heritage meets the real grind of building a spirits business in California. If you love craft spirits, agave, tequila comparisons, and learning how to taste with more confidence, this one is for you.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-19421896 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0700 1870 Taste Of Arcadia, Tasting Arcadia, Cocijo Mezcal, Jaime Vargas, liquor, Mezcal, tequila, spirits 3 30 full false Episode 29 of Season 3 - Outback Steakhouse Episode 29 of Season 3 - Outback Steakhouse We’re back for a new season of Tasting Arcadia, and we start with a delicious preview of Taste of Arcadia at Santa Anita Park on September 19, a 21 and over food and drink festival built to spotlight San Gabriel Valley restaurants and businesses.
On our first season back, Karen Mac Nair joined by Jaimee Reimer, Managing Partner at Outback Steakhouse Arcadia, and we get specific about what Outback is bringing to the event and why these picks work in a walk around tasting setting.

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]]> We’re back for a new season of Tasting Arcadia, and we start with a delicious preview of Taste of Arcadia at Santa Anita Park on September 19, a 21 and over food and drink festival built to spotlight San Gabriel Valley restaurants and businesses.
On our first season back, Karen Mac Nair joined by Jaimee Reimer, Managing Partner at Outback Steakhouse Arcadia, and we get specific about what Outback is bringing to the event and why these picks work in a walk around tasting setting.

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]]> https://tasteofarcadia.com/ Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-19385352 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0700 1430 Taste Of Arcadia, Outback Steakhouse Arcadia, CA, Jaimee Reimer, Australian food, chicken, mac and cheese 3 29 full false Episode 28 - Fogo de Chão Episode 28 - Fogo de Chão On today's episode of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair steps into the rich traditions of southern Brazil as we explore the authentic churrascaria experience with Jimena Sirri, Senior Sales Manager from Fogo de Chão. This mouthwatering conversation takes you on a culinary journey from the restaurant's humble beginnings in Brazil in 1979 to its expansion across the globe with over 100 locations today. Jimena also share what she is bringing to the Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> On today's episode of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair steps into the rich traditions of southern Brazil as we explore the authentic churrascaria experience with Jimena Sirri, Senior Sales Manager from Fogo de Chão. This mouthwatering conversation takes you on a culinary journey from the restaurant's humble beginnings in Brazil in 1979 to its expansion across the globe with over 100 locations today. Jimena also share what she is bringing to the Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17818494 Wed, 10 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0700 1297 Taste Of Arcadia, Fogo de Chão, Brazil, brazilian food, 2 28 full false Episode 27 - Santa Anita Park Episode 27 - Santa Anita Park On this episode with Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair she steps into the storied world of Santa Anita Park through our conversation with Rick Bakker, Director of Hospitality at this iconic Arcadia landmark. For 91 years, Santa Anita has been more than just a premier horse racing venue—it's been the backdrop for countless family memories, culinary traditions, and community gatherings. Rick also shares what Santa Anita Park is bringing to the Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> On this episode with Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair she steps into the storied world of Santa Anita Park through our conversation with Rick Bakker, Director of Hospitality at this iconic Arcadia landmark. For 91 years, Santa Anita has been more than just a premier horse racing venue—it's been the backdrop for countless family memories, culinary traditions, and community gatherings. Rick also shares what Santa Anita Park is bringing to the Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17810282 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 15:00:00 -0700 1056 Taste Of Arcadia, Santa Anita Park, Santa Anita Race Track, horse racing 2 27 full false Episode 26 - Mario's Hard Espresso Episode 26 - Mario's Hard Espresso On this episode of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair you might think a bottle of hard espresso might not seem revolutionary until you hear the story behind Mario's Hard Espresso. Founder Joe shares how his father Mario, a Sicilian immigrant farmer with powerful hands and an even more powerful sense of community, crafted a special espresso liqueur once a year for six decades simply to bring people together.

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]]> On this episode of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair you might think a bottle of hard espresso might not seem revolutionary until you hear the story behind Mario's Hard Espresso. Founder Joe shares how his father Mario, a Sicilian immigrant farmer with powerful hands and an even more powerful sense of community, crafted a special espresso liqueur once a year for six decades simply to bring people together.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17800171 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0700 1758 Taste Of Arcadia, Mario's Hard Espresso, coffee, espresso drinks 2 26 full false Episode 25 - Nothing Bundt Cakes Episode 25 - Nothing Bundt Cakes The sweetest episode of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair has arrived! We're diving fork-first into the delicious world of Nothing Bundt Cakes with owner Ingrid, who shares the heartwarming story behind her successful bakery business in the San Gabriel Valley. 

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]]> The sweetest episode of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair has arrived! We're diving fork-first into the delicious world of Nothing Bundt Cakes with owner Ingrid, who shares the heartwarming story behind her successful bakery business in the San Gabriel Valley. 

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17790889 Thu, 04 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0700 1123 Taste Of Arcadia, Nothing Bundt Cakes, cakes, sweets taste, gluten free cakes 2 25 full false Episode 24 - Outback Steakhouse Episode 24 - Outback Steakhouse Arcadia's dining scene wouldn't be complete without Outback Steakhouse, a community staple since 1995. On this episode of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair talks with Jamie, the managing partner who boldly took the helm in 2020 during the COVID pandemic, shares the fascinating evolution of this beloved restaurant located at 166 East Huntington Drive.

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]]> Arcadia's dining scene wouldn't be complete without Outback Steakhouse, a community staple since 1995. On this episode of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair talks with Jamie, the managing partner who boldly took the helm in 2020 during the COVID pandemic, shares the fascinating evolution of this beloved restaurant located at 166 East Huntington Drive.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17785868 Thu, 04 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0700 1276 Taste Of Arcadia, Outback Steakhouse, tasting arcadia, good drinks, 2 24 full false Episode 23 - Le Meridian Hotel Pasadena Arcadia Episode 23 - Le Meridian Hotel Pasadena Arcadia On this episode of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair, she helps us discover Arcadia's hidden culinary treasure as she goes behind the scenes at Le Meridian Hotel with Executive Chef Gabriel Colunga and Director of Sales and Marketing Gaby Flores. As California's only Le Meridian property, this stunning 234-room hotel brings a unique blend of French-inspired cuisine with local flair to the San Gabriel Valley. Gabriel and Gaby also share what they are bringing to the Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> On this episode of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair, she helps us discover Arcadia's hidden culinary treasure as she goes behind the scenes at Le Meridian Hotel with Executive Chef Gabriel Colunga and Director of Sales and Marketing Gaby Flores. As California's only Le Meridian property, this stunning 234-room hotel brings a unique blend of French-inspired cuisine with local flair to the San Gabriel Valley. Gabriel and Gaby also share what they are bringing to the Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17770439 Tue, 02 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0700 1663 Taste Of Arcadia, Le Meridian Hotel, Karen Mac Nair, Gaby Flores, Gabriel Colunga 2 23 full false Episode 22 - 1913 Episode 22 - 1913 Ever wondered what happens when culinary excellence meets healing? The latest episode of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair takes us behind the scenes of 1913, with Christian Eggerling, Director of Hospitality and Culinary Operations. 1913 is a hidden gem nestled within City of Hope's Duarte campus serving delicious food. Christian also share what he bringing to Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> Ever wondered what happens when culinary excellence meets healing? The latest episode of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair takes us behind the scenes of 1913, with Christian Eggerling, Director of Hospitality and Culinary Operations. 1913 is a hidden gem nestled within City of Hope's Duarte campus serving delicious food. Christian also share what he bringing to Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17768227 Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0700 1009 Taste Of Arcadia, 1913 restaurant, City of Hope, Karen Mac Nair, Christian Eggerling 2 22 full false Episode 21 - XOLO Tequila Episode 21 - XOLO Tequila Ever wondered what drives someone to abandon a stable career and pour their life savings into creating premium tequila during a global pandemic? In this episode of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair, she sits down with Ernesto, the passionate founder of XOLO Tequila, who did exactly that. And shares what he is bringing to the Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> Ever wondered what drives someone to abandon a stable career and pour their life savings into creating premium tequila during a global pandemic? In this episode of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair, she sits down with Ernesto, the passionate founder of XOLO Tequila, who did exactly that. And shares what he is bringing to the Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17749997 Thu, 28 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0700 1548 Taste Of Arcadia, XOLO Tequila, tequila tasting, drink tasting 2 21 full false Episode 20 - All India Cafe Episode 20 - All India Cafe Step into the aromatic world of authentic Indian cuisine on Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair as she sits down with the Santokh Singh and Harsimran Singh Khinda, father and son, owners of All India Cafe in Downtown Arcadia. Their culinary journey spans continents and generations, starting from farmlands in Punjab, India to establishing three successful restaurant locations across California. They also share what they are bringing to Taste of Arcadia!

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]]> Step into the aromatic world of authentic Indian cuisine on Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair as she sits down with the Santokh Singh and Harsimran Singh Khinda, father and son, owners of All India Cafe in Downtown Arcadia. Their culinary journey spans continents and generations, starting from farmlands in Punjab, India to establishing three successful restaurant locations across California. They also share what they are bringing to Taste of Arcadia!

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17737031 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0700 1795 Taste Of Arcadia, All Indian Cafe, Indian food, curry, Indian cuisine 2 20 full false Episode 19 - Cabrera's Mexican Restaurant Episode 19 - Cabrera's Mexican Restaurant This Episode of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair, she talks with Manny Cabrera and Guillermo Torres founder and owner of Cabrera's Mexican Cuisine. Mexican food that is from authentic family recipes and passionate tradition. From their humble beginnings in Arcadia in 1985 to expanding across three vibrant locations in the San Gabriel Valley, the Cabrera family brings the heart and soul of Michoacan cuisine to Southern California. 

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]]> This Episode of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair, she talks with Manny Cabrera and Guillermo Torres founder and owner of Cabrera's Mexican Cuisine. Mexican food that is from authentic family recipes and passionate tradition. From their humble beginnings in Arcadia in 1985 to expanding across three vibrant locations in the San Gabriel Valley, the Cabrera family brings the heart and soul of Michoacan cuisine to Southern California. 

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17732267 Mon, 25 Aug 2025 15:00:00 -0700 1552 Taste Of Arcadia, Cabrera's Mexican Cuisine, Mexican food, margaritas, 2 19 full false Episode 18 - Mamma's Juicery Episode 18 - Mamma's Juicery On today’s episode of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair dives into the refreshing world of cold-pressed juicing with Alejandro and Brandon from Mamma's Juicery, a family-owned, Latina-operated business bringing health and flavor to the San Gabriel Valley.

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]]> On today’s episode of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair dives into the refreshing world of cold-pressed juicing with Alejandro and Brandon from Mamma's Juicery, a family-owned, Latina-operated business bringing health and flavor to the San Gabriel Valley.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17713639 Thu, 21 Aug 2025 18:00:00 -0700 1323 Taste Of Arcadia, Mamma's Juicery, smoothies 2 18 full false Episode 17 - The World Famous Derby Episode 17 - The World Famous Derby Step into a century of culinary history as Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair welcomes Tyler from The Derby, Arcadia's legendary World Famous Derby that has been serving the community for an astounding 103 years. Our conversation unveils the fascinating journey of this iconic establishment, from its humble beginnings as the Proctor Tavern in 1922 to becoming a treasured landmark. Also, sharing what The Derby is bringing to the Taste of Arcadia!

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]]> Step into a century of culinary history as Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair welcomes Tyler from The Derby, Arcadia's legendary World Famous Derby that has been serving the community for an astounding 103 years. Our conversation unveils the fascinating journey of this iconic establishment, from its humble beginnings as the Proctor Tavern in 1922 to becoming a treasured landmark. Also, sharing what The Derby is bringing to the Taste of Arcadia!

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17689913 Mon, 18 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0700 1365 Taste Of Arcadia, The Derby, Karen Mac Nair, Tyler Zikuski, steakhouse, bread pudding, wine, whiskey 2 17 full false Episode 16 - Kin Khao Episode 16 - Kin Khao On this Episode of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair, you'll discover the heartwarming story behind Kin Khao, a family-owned Thai eatery that brings generations of home recipes to Monrovia's dining scene. General Manager Pinky takes us on a delicious journey through their menu and what they are bringing to the Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> On this Episode of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair, you'll discover the heartwarming story behind Kin Khao, a family-owned Thai eatery that brings generations of home recipes to Monrovia's dining scene. General Manager Pinky takes us on a delicious journey through their menu and what they are bringing to the Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17671869 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0700 1532 Taste Of Arcadia, Kin Khao, Thai food Karen Mac Nair, food tasting, Taste of Arcadia 2 16 full false Episode 15 - Don Ricardo's Bar and Grill Episode 15 - Don Ricardo's Bar and Grill Family legacy meets culinary passion at Don Ricardo's Bar and Grill, In this mouth-watering episode of Taste of Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair, Gumaro shares the heartfelt story behind their restaurant - named to honor his grandfather Ricardo - and share what they are bringing to the Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> Family legacy meets culinary passion at Don Ricardo's Bar and Grill, In this mouth-watering episode of Taste of Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair, Gumaro shares the heartfelt story behind their restaurant - named to honor his grandfather Ricardo - and share what they are bringing to the Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17655873 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0700 1270 Taste Of Arcadia, Don Ricardo's Bar and Grill, mexican food, food tasting 2 15 full false Episode 14 - Sweet Nothings Cake Shop Episode 14 - Sweet Nothings Cake Shop Craving something sweet? You're in luck! On this episode of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair is taking you on a sweet journey with Isabel, owner of Sweet Nothings Cake Shop in Duarte. Isabel’s delicious, sweet treats will also be featured at the Taste of Arcadia. 

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]]> Craving something sweet? You're in luck! On this episode of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair is taking you on a sweet journey with Isabel, owner of Sweet Nothings Cake Shop in Duarte. Isabel’s delicious, sweet treats will also be featured at the Taste of Arcadia. 

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17631115 Thu, 07 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0700 979 Taste Of Arcadia, Sweet Nothings Cake Shop, Karen Mac Nair, Isabel Moreno, cupcakes, sweet treats, cake pops 2 14 full false Episode 13 - Mt Lowe Brewing Company Episode 13 - Mt Lowe Brewing Company Raise a glass to community and craft brewing! Our conversation on Tasting Arcadia is with Joey, manager of Mount Lowe Brewing Company, reveals the heart behind Arcadia's only brewery and what makes it such a beloved local business. Also, will be featuring some of their favorite beers at the Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> Raise a glass to community and craft brewing! Our conversation on Tasting Arcadia is with Joey, manager of Mount Lowe Brewing Company, reveals the heart behind Arcadia's only brewery and what makes it such a beloved local business. Also, will be featuring some of their favorite beers at the Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17615973 Tue, 05 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0700 1161 Taste Of Arcadia, Mt Lowe Brewing Company, beer tasting, custom beers, drinks 2 13 full false Episode 12 - Andres, owner of Goki Cafe in Arcadia Episode 12 - Andres, owner of Goki Cafe in Arcadia On Episode 12 Karen Mac Nair talks with Andres, owner of Goki Cafe where Mexican culinary traditions meet contemporary creativity in the heart of Arcadia. Goki Cafe will be presenting some of their dishes at the Taste of Arcadia. 

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]]> On Episode 12 Karen Mac Nair talks with Andres, owner of Goki Cafe where Mexican culinary traditions meet contemporary creativity in the heart of Arcadia. Goki Cafe will be presenting some of their dishes at the Taste of Arcadia. 

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17595310 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -0700 1525 Taste Of Arcadia, Goki Cafe, Mexican food, 2 12 full false Episode 11 - Joshua Evangelista, Executive Chef at the Double Tree Hotel Monrovia Episode 11 - Joshua Evangelista, Executive Chef at the Double Tree Hotel Monrovia Culinary passion reignited! Join us on the Episode 11 of the second season of Tasting Arcadia, for a mouthwatering conversation with Josh, the executive chef at Double Tree Hotel Monrovia. Josh reveals the surprising story of how he nearly abandoned his 20-year cooking career—until his growing family sparked a renewed love for creating memorable food experiences.

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]]> Culinary passion reignited! Join us on the Episode 11 of the second season of Tasting Arcadia, for a mouthwatering conversation with Josh, the executive chef at Double Tree Hotel Monrovia. Josh reveals the surprising story of how he nearly abandoned his 20-year cooking career—until his growing family sparked a renewed love for creating memorable food experiences.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17576428 Mon, 28 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0700 1364 Taste Of Arcadia, Double Tree Hotel, Joshua Evangelista, fine dining, hotel food 2 13 full false Episode 10 - Jonathan Rodriguez with CA Flat Fee Episode 10 - Jonathan Rodriguez with CA Flat Fee Episode 10 of Tasting Arcadia Karen Mac Nair talks with Jonathan Rodriquez of CA Flat Fee one of the Business Showcases featured at the Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> Episode 10 of Tasting Arcadia Karen Mac Nair talks with Jonathan Rodriquez of CA Flat Fee one of the Business Showcases featured at the Taste of Arcadia.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17554176 Thu, 05 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0700 1019 Taste Of Arcadia, Jonathan Rodriguez, CA Flat Fee, real estate, business showcase 1 10 full false Episode 9 - Max's Mexican Cuisine Episode 9 - Max's Mexican Cuisine Episode 9 of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair features Max's Mexican Cuisine in Monrovia and Azusa.

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]]> Episode 9 of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair features Max's Mexican Cuisine in Monrovia and Azusa.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17554122 Thu, 29 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0700 1047 Taste Of Arcadia, Max's Mexican Cuisine, mexican food, tequila, 1 9 full false Episode 8 - Dance Syndicate Entertainment Episode 8 - Dance Syndicate Entertainment On Episode 8 of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair talks with Owner John Villa of Dance Syndicate Disc Jockey Entertainment.

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]]> On Episode 8 of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair talks with Owner John Villa of Dance Syndicate Disc Jockey Entertainment.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17546096 Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0700 791 Taste Of Arcadia, Dance Syndicate Disc Jockey Entertainment, John Villa, dance, event parties 1 8 full false Episode 7 - Little Provence Cafe Episode 7 - Little Provence Cafe Episode 7 of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair features  General Manager, Julie Mason of Little Provence Café - French Restaurant in Arcadia.

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]]> Episode 7 of Tasting Arcadia with Karen Mac Nair features  General Manager, Julie Mason of Little Provence Café - French Restaurant in Arcadia.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17546076 Thu, 22 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0700 865 Taste Of Arcadia, Little Provence Café, Julie Mason, France, French food, French cafe 1 7 full false Episode 6 - Outback Steakhouse Episode 6 - Outback Steakhouse On Episode 6, Karen Mac Nair talks with Jaimee Reimer, Managing Partner of the Outback Steakhouse.

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]]> On Episode 6, Karen Mac Nair talks with Jaimee Reimer, Managing Partner of the Outback Steakhouse.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17554085 Sat, 17 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0700 703 Taste Of Arcadia, Outback Steakhouse, beer, wine 1 6 full false Episode 5 Dave and Busters Episode 5 Dave and Busters On Episode 5 of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair talks with Events Sales Manager Michelle Do with Dave and Buster’s located inside The Shops of Santa Anita, Arcadia.

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]]> On Episode 5 of Tasting Arcadia, Karen Mac Nair talks with Events Sales Manager Michelle Do with Dave and Buster’s located inside The Shops of Santa Anita, Arcadia.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17545972 Thu, 15 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0700 811 Taste Of Arcadia, Dave and Buster's, Shop of Santa Anita, arcade game, family run, beer 1 5 full false Episode 4 Mélange inside Le Méridien Pasadena Arcadia Episode 4 Mélange inside Le Méridien Pasadena Arcadia Episode 4 of Tasting Arcadia features  Executive Chef, Gabriel “Gab” Colunga and Tess Deregla, Director of Food and Beverage of Mélange Restaurant inside Le Meridien Pasadena Arcadia.

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]]> Episode 4 of Tasting Arcadia features  Executive Chef, Gabriel “Gab” Colunga and Tess Deregla, Director of Food and Beverage of Mélange Restaurant inside Le Meridien Pasadena Arcadia.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17545949 Thu, 15 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0700 865 Taste of Arcadia, Le Meridien Pasadena Arcadia, Mélange Restaurant, fine dinning, hotel, 1 4 full false Episode 3 - Mt. Lowe Brewing Co. Episode 3 - Mt. Lowe Brewing Co. Episode 3 of Tasting Arcadia features Joey Rodriguez, the Talent/Face/Manager of Mt. Lowe Brewing Co.

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]]> Episode 3 of Tasting Arcadia features Joey Rodriguez, the Talent/Face/Manager of Mt. Lowe Brewing Co.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17545924 Fri, 09 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0700 874 Taste Of Arcadia, Mt. Lowe Brewing Co. Joey Rodriguez, beer, custom beer 1 3 full false Episode 2 - The Derby Episode 2 - The Derby On episode 2 of Tasting Arcadia features Tyler Zikuski, General Manager of the World Famous Derby in Arcadia.

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]]> On episode 2 of Tasting Arcadia features Tyler Zikuski, General Manager of the World Famous Derby in Arcadia.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17545903 Mon, 05 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0700 662 The World Famous Derby, Tyler Zikuski, fine dinning, 1 2 full false Episode 1 - Pure Media Marketing and Cabrera's Episode 1 - Pure Media Marketing and Cabrera's Arcadia Chamber of Commerce is proud to have their own Podcast Show! We'll be highlighting the Taste of Arcadia and we are calling this Podcast "Tasting Arcadia".
Our first episode features guests, Christine Zito, owner of Pure Media Marketing in Downtown Arcadia and Ulises Gutierrez with Cabrera's Mexican Cuisine.

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]]> Arcadia Chamber of Commerce is proud to have their own Podcast Show! We'll be highlighting the Taste of Arcadia and we are calling this Podcast "Tasting Arcadia".
Our first episode features guests, Christine Zito, owner of Pure Media Marketing in Downtown Arcadia and Ulises Gutierrez with Cabrera's Mexican Cuisine.

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]]> Karen Mac Nair Buzzsprout-17545855 Thu, 01 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0700 908 Taste Of Arcadia, Pure Media Marketing, Cabrera's, mexican food 1 1 full false