I went to Pete's Breakfast House in Ventura (had eaten there before, great food) after DDD did a show there. After breakfast I was talking with the Wife who owns the place and asked her about her experience and whether there had been a change in business after the show aired.
She told me that they had been approached 2 times before by the show, but they are always so busy figured they didn't need the publicity. After the third request they relented and DDD scheduled a shooting date. They shot over 3 days, shooting coverage on days 1 and 2 of recipes being made, people eating, interviewing customers about the food and ambiance, etc.
On the third day is when Guy shows up. This is when they shoot the interaction of guy with the chef, customers etc. She's a very nice British lady and did very well on the show, joking with Guy and making an excellent breakfast roll and chorizo burger as the featured lunch course.
She told me not everyone has the right chemistry with Guy and that 1/4 to 1/3 of the shows have to be scrapped due to "personality conflicts" (boring chefs, angry chefs, etc.). Also, The customers have to show up all 3 days wearing the same clothes for continuity.
If you're in Ventura, definitely go there and try the Pancake Roll...
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