Andrew Talks to Chefs

Gustavo Arellano (LA Times columnist) on the Ethics of Restaurant Criticism, the Joys of Being a Columnist, and Whether Any Subjects Should be Taboo

Episode Summary

The great California-based writer, LA Times columnist, and former restaurant critic Gustavo Arellano examines myriad subjects, related and unrelated to the restaurant industry.

Episode Notes

Andrew's been a fan of the wit, wisdom, and observational powers of LA Times columnist Gustavo Arellano for years. So, when they both attended The Chef Conference in Philly this spring, we asked Gustavo to sit down for an improvisational conversation. He obliged, and did not disappoint. Enjoy this freestyle conversation that covers a wide range of subjects, from the ethics of restaurant criticism to the joys of being a columnist to the life of a modern-day newspaperman. 

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* Full disclosure: Episode photo has been doctored to add a background & spare you the drab background of the room in which we recorded.