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(January 23, 2026) IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Walmart frozen pizza, Pasadena Burger Week, and the best way to reheat leftovers. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.’See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Executive Director of The Banchet Awards Michael Muser joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, this Foodie Friday to talk about all the culinary excellence that Chicago offers year in and year out. Listen in while and who Jean Banchet is to the culinary world. The Banchet Awards for Culinary Excellence will take place on […]
IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Walmart frozen pizza, Pasadena Burger Week, and the best way to reheat leftovers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(January 16, 2025) IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about The Coke code has been broken, they made what to taste like what?. And an new new copycat item at Aldi. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.’See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kelly Beaton from the Food Institute joins Amy & JJ to talk about food trends in the restaurant industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joan, a volunteer at Sons of Norway, Kringen Lodge, shares the details on their great dinner of Lutefisk and Meatballs! The meal serves from 10:30 am - 1:30 pm; only $30 for a full meal, including beverage and sides.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(December 12, 2025) IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about food related gifts and stocking stuffers. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.’See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about food related gifts and stocking stuffers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JJ has the latest when it comes to Kitchen Aid attachments and accessories! And, a few tips on what foodies are giving as gifts... bougie potato chips, oils and vinegars, honey combs and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It Takes Two hosts Taylor to talk about opening her second "Pop's Soda Shack" and what inspired the idea, how they curate these interesting combinations and where to find the newest drink hot spot in Fargo!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(December 05, 2025) IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Honey Baked’s new prime rib, Fruity Pebbles is officially brining back a fan-favorite flavor from the 90’s, World Market’s new stocking stuffers, and Chefs best store bought flour. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.’See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cecily Federighi, Owner of Pizz'Amici, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Pizz’Amici being one of the two Chicago restaurants named in Esquire’s Best New Restaurants list. Federighi shares the highs and lows of Pizz’Amici faced in its first year in business. You can visit Pizz’Amici at 1215 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642.
IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about HoneyBaked’s new prime rib, Fruity Pebbles is officially brining back a fan-favorite flavor from the 90’s, World Market’s new stocking stuffers, and Chefs best store bought flour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Eric Berg comes in to talk prime rib. Want some hands on help from the master himself? Join him for an adult cooking class at Family Wellness on December 5th. Find more info here: https://www.familywellnessfargo.org/events/adult-healthy-cooking-class-holiday-prime-rib-workshop/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Neil talks Turkey Day leftovers, including best practices for how long you should keep them in the fridge before freezing or tossing them. Neil also laments the loss of Americana, as seen through the lens of Sears' closing down their storefronts around the country. Neil "became a man" with the bra section of the catalog... just saying... Happy Black Friday! Stay safe out there!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(November 21, 2025) IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Tupperware’s first foray into glassware, Grocery store Thanksgiving bundles, turkey from Popeye’s Chicken, and Costco best Thanksgiving sides. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.’See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Justin Lerias, owner and pastry chef of Del Sur Bakery, joins Lisa Dent to talk about his Pastry Chef of the Year nomination for the Banchet Awards. Lerias shares that it had always been his dream to open a bakery and highlights some of his most popular pastries. He breaks down how his bakery was […]
IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Tupperware’s first foray into glassware, Grocery store Thanksgiving bundles, turkey from Popeye’s Chicken, and Costco best Thanksgiving sides.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(November 14, 2025) IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about picking your turkey for Thanksgiving, Blue Bell holiday ice cream, a new Costco salad, and pumpkin pie Pop Tarts. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.’See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about picking your turkey for Thanksgiving, Blue Bell holiday ice cream, a new Costco salad, and pumpkin pie Pop Tarts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(November 07, 2025) IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about THANKSGRILLING happening this weekend, new items from Cambell’s, new Oreo flavors for Thanksgiving, and Firehouse Subs Thanksgiving Sandwich. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.’See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about THANKSGRILLING happening this weekend, new items from Cambell’s, new Oreo flavors for Thanksgiving, and Firehouse Subs Thanksgiving Sandwich.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Need a few great at-home cookie decorating tips!? Katie from Cookie Krums is here with the best info you're gonna get - and right before sugar cookie season. https://www.cookiekrumsbakery.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(October 31, 2025)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about less food in restaurants but not for why you might think, Wicked Cake, and Costco Zombie Apocalypse $3,000 food supply. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'
Ethan Pikas, Owner & Alex Cochran, Chef de Cuisine at Cellar Door Provisions, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Alex Coachran being a finalist for The Banchet’s Rising Chef award. They share the process behind their dynamic menu, working to be as resourceful as possible in making delicious food for their diners.
IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about less food in restaurants but not for why you might think, Wicked Cake, and Costco Zombie Apocalypse $3,000 food supply.
IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about FREE food at Burger King, Costco's abomination aka pumpkin spice bagels, and Teal Pumpkins.
(October 24, 2025)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about FREE food at Burger King, Costco's abomination aka pumpkin spice bagels, and Teal Pumpkins. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'
(October 17, 2025)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about ice cream sandwiches, Taco Bell bringing back a favorite menu item, the SOLD OUT DiGiorno pizza is back for the holidays, and a recall on cinnamon. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'
Michael Muser, Executive Director of The Banchet Awards, joins Lisa Dent to preview the 2026 Banchet Awards. The award ceremony celebrates the finalists in 12 different categories including Best New Restaurant, Chef of the Year, Restaurant of the Year, and many more. The event takes place Sunday, January 25, 2026, at Venue SIX10. For more […]
IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about ice cream sandwiches, Taco Bell bringing back a favorite menu item, the SOLD OUT DiGiorno pizza is back for the holidays, and a recall on cinnamon.
Foodie Friday! How do you kick it up a notch with your fave food dish? That's what we asked listeners today and we got some great ideas! Lisa shares who Jennifer Lopez's favorite rom-com co-star has been her favorite to smooch (her favorite kisser is NOT who you'd think!) and we get some details on Sabrina Carpenter teaming up with Airbnb and a new exciting show called The Copenhagen Test. Oh and can't forget Gary and Brandon are still dying their beards blue for the Dodgers! Listen in for all the mayhem and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
(October 10, 2025)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Wienerschnitzel corndogs coming to your local grocer, new Costco food court item plus the (sorta) return of another item, and Trader Joe's Fall finds. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'
IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Wienerschnitzel corndogs coming to your local grocer, new Costco food court item plus the (sorta) return of another item, and Trader Joe's Fall finds.
(October 03, 2025)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about the TOP steakhouse chains, Chilis NEW menu, Pillsbury bringing back baking mix, and Butterfingers NEW flavor. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'
IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about the TOP steakhouse chains, Chilis NEW menu, Pillsbury bringing back baking mix, and Butterfingers NEW flavor.
Julie Garden-Robinson joins Amy & Jack Sunday (Sitting in for JJ Gordon) to talk about a free online food preservation class. Course topics include Drying, Fermenting, Water Bath Canning, Pressure Canning and Freezing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mario Turano, Director of Marketing for Turano Bread, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the company sponsoring WGN Radio’s inaugural burger bracket. Turano shares the company’s history, its founding, and its reach across Chicagoland.
Amy and Neil are in for Bill, who will be back next week. Amy and Neil are both competitive with how much money they are raising for charity as they name off the generous KFI listeners who donated to the cause. Also, Neil explores America's slow-building admiration of sushi, and where to find the best spots (including supermarkets?!?!?) And Neil announces the Zelmin's winners who will join him and Bill at the Anaheim White House for a super garlicky, yummy meal.
(Sept 19,2025)FOODIE FRIDAY! The Fork Reporter Neil Saavedra speaks on changes coming to McDonalds and Olive Garden testing smaller entrees. Trump suggests FCC reexamine licenses over constatnt criticism of him.
Alisha and Adam Shabaz, Iltaco Foods, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to talk about the origin of the pizza puff. Iltaco Foods started in 1927, making tamales, but introduced the pizza puff in 1974. Alisha and Adam Shabaz continue their families’ legacy making both tamale and their legendary pizza puffs.
A new(ish) Moorhead spot for tea, coffee, lunch and more! Check out Sifted and Sweet Baking Company, right off the interstate and 8th St. South. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fall can be a tough time of year for non-profits. As everyone is getting back into routines, it's hard to find time to give of your time and treasure. In this harvest season, remember the emergency food pantry if you have an abundance from your garden, if you are out hunting and if you have time to volunteer! Visit www.emergencyfoodpantry.com to learn more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(Friday 09/12/25)FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk Nothing Bunt Cake – Fall flavors, Garlic Bread Potato Chips, and whether your dishwasher needs cleaning too. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'
FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk Nothing Bunt Cake – Fall flavors, Garlic Bread Potato Chips, and whether your dishwasher needs cleaning too.
(Friday 09/05/25)FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk not only is the Le Creuset copycat back at Aldi…another popular store just dropped a copycat that shoppers are loving, garlic bread potato chips, and the importance of cleaning your dishwasher. The hour closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'
(Friday 08/29/25)FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Taco Bell bringing back 5 menu items from the past, Trader Joe's new must try items, and Costco Hidden Gems. The hour closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'
(Friday 08/15/25)FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Bucket-O-Soup, a new Costco baked good, and Arizona Iced Tea potentially raising their price. The hour closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'
(Friday 08/08/25)FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about French Fries and diabetes, Free Whoppers! and Halloween Treats are already here. The hour closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'
(Friday 08/01/25)FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about national fast-food rankings, Costco pan $300 cheaper than the pan it is modeled after, and why beef prices have been rising. The hour closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'