About the Host
Born in Newport Beach, Calif., Chris Cognac grew up and worked in Torrance, Calif. It is there that he developed his love for food, working at a neighborhood restaurant and enjoying post-surf tacos at little roadside stands.
About the Show
His name is Chris Cognac and he works two beats: he's a true-blue police detective in Los Angeles AND he's the food critic for his local paper, guiding readers to hidden-gem restaurants in his hometown. Now, Chris is leaving his jurisdiction for cities across America, on a mission to uncover the best off-the-beaten-path restaurants in each place that only the locals know. Utilizing his detective skills and trusty informants along the way, Chris will teach viewers how to uncover clues to hidden-gem eateries in any town.
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