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    Good Food

    Chili My Soul

    Proprietor Randy Hoffman brings his family's history to Chili My Soul , leaning on his teachings from the food chemists that worked in the family’s salad dressing factory.  Jonathan Gold visits the restaurant and indulges in a little spicy chili chemistry -- taking on an array of heat and chili varieties -- like the Roasted Garlic Beef, Tecate…

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    By Evan Kleiman • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    Proprietor Randy Hoffman brings his family's history to Chili My Soul, leaning on his teachings from the food chemists that worked in the family’s salad dressing factory. Jonathan Gold visits the restaurant and indulges in a little spicy chili chemistry -- taking on an array of heat and chili varieties -- like the Roasted Garlic Beef, Tecate (made with beer) and Durango (enhanced with masa). Those who don't want to drive to the restaurant's Encino location can also find Hoffman's chili at The Griddle in West Hollywood and at all of the Jinky's cafes. There's even more good news -- KCRW Fringe Benefits members receive 15% off at Chili My Soul!

    Chili My Soul

    4928 Balboa Blvd.

    Encino

    818-981-7685

    Music Break -- Tropicalia -- Dr. Lonnie Smith & David "Fathead"

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      Evan Kleiman

      host 'Good Food'

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      Bob Carlson

      host and producer, 'UnFictional'

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      Jennifer Ferro

      Jennifer Ferro, President, KCRW, Los Angeles

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      Thea Chaloner

      Supervising Producer, Good Food

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