Monday, February 23, 2026

Café Beaujolais & California Artisan Cheese

On today’s show: Chef Julian Lopez shares the legacy and recipes of the iconic Café Beaujolais, while Vivien Straus highlights the California Artisan Cheese Festival. Plus, McDonald’s Shamrock Shake returns for St. Patrick’s Day, the Supreme Court ends Trump-era tariffs affecting wine and specialty foods, a judge rules boneless wings labeling is accurate, and Costco recalls Synergy restaurant gift cards offering full refunds. We also share tips for staying energized without coffee.