Groark Boys BBQ: Interview with Matt Groark – Cambro Eats Episode 27

February 24, 2021 Felix Bazgan 00:30:19

In this episode of Cambro Eats, we talk to Matt Groark of GroarkBoysBBQ.

Matt is a school teacher and he also does BBQ catering. He has found a lot of success on social media including Instagram and TikTok.

Listening to the interview you’ll see Matt’s love of BBQ and authentic approach to how he communicates to a massive audience is what keeps people connecting and interacting with him.

Check out some of the posts from his Instagram and TikTok accounts.

Guest: Matt Groark

Host: Felix Bazgan

GroarkBoysBBQ : TikTok | Instagram | YouTube | Snapchat

Heritage BBQ: Interview with Daniel Castillo – Cambro Eats Episode 26

January 15, 2021 Felix Bazgan 00:19:00

Texas Trinity at Heritage BBQ: Brisket, Ribs and Sausage

Heritage BBQ has been in business less than one year and it is already garnering nationwide attention. Based in San Juan Capistrano, it is California’s first offset smoking pop-up to become a standalone restaurant.

If you’re not familiar with Central Texas Style BBQ or off-set smokers, listen to the interview and hear why owner, Daniel Castillo, was determined get the smokers approved and open for business.

Please listen to the interview and check out the links below to connect.

Guest: Daniel Castillo

Host: Felix Bazgan

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Cloud Kitchens: Interview with Joseph Shumaker of Foodspace – Cambro Eats Episode 25

September 25, 2020 Felix Bazgan 00:49:48

Cloud kitchens. Ghost kitchens. Virtual kitchens.

Whatever you call them, they’re a hot topic. If the general public wan’t that aware of them prior to coronavirus, they certainly are now – with major brands like Chuck E. Cheese, Cracker Barrel, and Bloomin’ Brands all getting into the virtual space to keep growing.

Joseph Shumaker

In this episode of Cambro Eats, we talk to Joseph Shumaker – founder of Foodspace, a Silicon Valley-based company that designs and manages the food and beverage operations for a variety of clients – from high tech companies to sports venues.

Topics covered in this show:

Future of Virtual Kitchens

Who Owns Delivery: Battle of the Apps

Supermarkets vs. Restaurants

Please listen to the interview and check out the links below to connect.

Guest: Joseph Shumaker

Host: Felix Bazgan

Foodspace : Website | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook

Episode 24 Interview with Sir Bruno Serato from Anaheim White House and Caterina’s Club

July 22, 2020 Felix Bazgan 00:14:09

In this episode we bring you an interview with Chef Bruno Serato. Chef Bruno is the owner of the historic Anaheim White House restaurant but what really has made him known around the world is the non-profit organization he founded – Caterina’s Club. Named after his mother, this organization serves 5,000 warm meals to underprivileged kids every single night. Caterina’s Club has expanded to 90 sites in 30 cities.

Sir Bruno Serato This interview was conducted before the coronavirus pandemic and I’m sure you can imagine the demand for Chef Bruno’s non-profit work has been in great demand, not just by underprivileged kids but the larger local community. Since the pandemic has hit Orange County, Chef Bruno’s charity has served 1 million meals. That is very impressive.

The White House restaurant has a great vibe and it was really great getting a tour of this historic place by Chef Bruno. One last thing to point out, if you google Bruno Serato, you’re likely to see Sir Bruno listed – that’s because he’s made such an impact that he’s been knighted by the Italian government.

Please listen to the interview and check out the links below to connect.

Guest: Sir Bruno Serato

Host: Felix Bazgan

Anaheim White House Restaurant : Website | Twitter | Facebook

Caterina’s Club: Website

Episode 23 Interview with Fred Guerrero from Burgerlords

June 10, 2020 Felix Bazgan 0:27:15

Welcome to another episode of Cambro Eats!

In this episode, I had the chance to talk to Fred Guerrero of Burgerlords in Los Angeles. Fred and his brother Max are co-owners of this growing burger chain. While having a robust vegetarian menu, Burgerlords definitely hits the spot for all dietary preferences.

This interview occurred right in the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic and Fred talks about how that has impacted their business as well as steps they’ve taken to support their employees during this time.

Please listen to the interview and check out the links below to connect.

Guest: Fred Guerrero

Host: Felix Bazgan

Burgerlords : Website | Instagram | Facebook

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Episode 22 Interview with Chef Jeoffrey Offer from Moulin

February 7, 2020 Felix Bazgan 00:03:39

One of the great things about this job is getting to interact with a variety of people in the foodservice industry. At sometimes it’s a real life, face to face interaction. This episode is one of those. We had the opportunity to visit a local French establishment called Moulin. It’s a bit of everything – a café, a bakery, a great place for a baguette sandwich.

Moulin currently has four locations and this interview with Executive Chef Joffrey Offer was at their newest location in Costa Mesa, California.

Take a look at some of the delicious items and behind the scenes action.

This is the video interview:

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Guest: Jeoffrey Offer

Host: Felix Bazgan

Moulin : Website | Instagram | Facebook

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Episode 21 Interview with NudeDudeFood Founders

January 8, 2020 Felix Bazgan 00:18:58

In this episode we talk to the founders of a very interesting private dining and catering catering service in Chicago. The Nude (shirtless with aprons) gets your attention but the founders are serious about “being transparent about the food we serve and using seasonal and sustainable food by forming strong relationships with local suppliers.”

We are pleased to call Seth Bradley and Ryan Van Voorhis, the NudeDudeFood founders, Cambro ambassadors.

Please listen to the interview and check out the links below to connect.

Guests: Seth Bradley, Ryan Van Voorhis

Host: Felix Bazgan

NudeDudeFood: Website | Instagram | Facebook

Cambro: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Cambro Eats Website

Episode 20 Interview with Chris Rivest

October 30, 2019 Felix Bazgan 00:23:09

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In this episode we talk to a Chef whose love for Cambro is literally skin deep.

Chef Chris Rivest is not unlike many foodservice professionals. Started in the industry young, went into broadcasting and advertising, started a comedy YouTube cooking show, got selected to be on Masterchef Canada and is now the sous chef, beekeeper, head butcher and pit master a newly opened restaurant. Well, maybe not quite everyone had the same path as Chris.

Hear all about his varied career thus far and that famous tattoo that got him viral attention.

Episode 18 – Interview with Lamar Moore

July 1, 2019 Felix Bazgan 00:27:08

In this episode of Cambro Eats, we talk to Chef Lamar Moore.

Chef’s journey through foodservice takes some very interesting turns. From his time at Le Cordon Bleu in Chicago to working on the expansion of McCormick and Schmick’s across the US to working at stadiums all over the country, his experiences are eye opening. Oh and he was on a TV reality show so for more check out the interview.

Guest: Lamar Moore

Host: Felix Bazgan

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Episode 17 – Interview with Marc Marrone | Cambro Eats

June 7, 2019 Felix Bazgan 00:11:28

On this week’s show, we talk to Chef Marc Marrone. After several years of being the Corporate Chef for the Tao Group, known for the Tao Las Vegas venue in the Venetian, he has recently started Graffiti Bao, a Vegas pop-up inspired by Asian street food.