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Tasting Arcadia

Tasting Arcadia

By: Karen Mac Nair
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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.

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Episodes
  • Episode 28 - Fogo de Chão
    Sep 10 2025

    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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    22 mins
  • Episode 27 - Santa Anita Park
    Sep 8 2025

    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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    18 mins
  • Episode 26 - Mario's Hard Espresso
    Sep 8 2025

    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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    29 mins
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