Podcasts about foodie friday

(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.'

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.

(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.'

Yazmin Demorest, server at Steak 48, joins Lisa Dent to talk about Lisa’s experience at the restaurant and Demorest’s expertise.

IT'S 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.

Land to Table: Food Stories from Clay County explores the history and stories associated with food in Clay County. Whether it be Potato Days in Barnesville, spaghetti dinners in Dilworth, breweries in Moorhead, or the revival of Native American cuisine throughout the Red River Valley, food plays an important role in all of our lives and plays a key role in our identities. Land to Table highlights these and ways food has shaped the lives of Clay County residents.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host of Booth 46 Steve Dale joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, to discuss the launch of his new podcast, Booth 46. Dale previews the debut episode and some other guests lined up. You can listen to the first episode, featuring Albert Friedman and Lou Raizin, here.

A cozy Italian spot in the Lights at West Fargo, ND has so many people talking! We sat down with the owners, Pat and Gabby, to talk about their passions, the menu and the story of their big coffee cups. :) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(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.'

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.

(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.'

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.

(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.'

Kevin Kelley, owner of Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley, joins Lisa Dent to share his restaurant adding a location in the River North neighborhood. Kelley shares his story and the best dishes on his menu.

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.

John Hanson operates Hanson's Vanilla Co. What a story! What a guy! Everything you never knew you needed to know about vanilla extract!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chef Beverly Kim, James Beard Award–winning chef and restaurateur, joins Lisa Dent to detail a who’s who of female Chicago chefs coming together for a culinary and musical experience.

Chef Scott comes in and we cover a lot.... strawberries and pasta, breakfast spaghetti... it's fun. Come for the food inspiration, stay for the fun. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We learned something new about eric today. Website

The winner of the downtown Fargo Burger Royale is Italian 84 - we got all the deets here... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All of the watermelons are seedless now... where did the seeded watermelons go!? Farm and Ranch Director Sarah Heinrich joins IT2 for Foodie Friday to discuss... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(Friday 07/11/25)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about • Sonic and Popeyes trying to steal McDonald's thunder • People love this Italian ingredient at Costco • Dr Pepper and Walmart Just Launched a New Item, and It's Not Soda. 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 • Sonic and Popeyes trying to steal McDonald's thunder • People love this Italian ingredient at Costco • Dr Pepper and Walmart Just Launched a New Item, and It's Not Soda.

(Friday 07/04/25)Neil Saavedra fills in while Bill is out for an extended 4th of July weekend. What is your states most popular food fo the 4th of July? Independence Day drone shows will light up skies in dozens of cities this year. The Fork Reporter takes listener calls on a special editon4th of July BBQ foodie Friday.

Alyssa Nystrom-Miller joins It Tales Two with Amy & JJ for a conversation any rhubarb lover will enjoy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(Friday 06/27/25)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Olive Garden releasing three new products that are inedible, the great round divided serving tray at Aldi, Sonics new pickle flavored meal, and the new Dollar Tree iced coffee people are raving about. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'

T'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Olive Garden releasing three new products that are inedible, the great round divided serving tray at Aldi, Sonics new pickle flavored meal, and the new Dollar Tree iced coffee people are raving about.

8a - Neil talks about the latest food news: Walmart recalls chicken, best hot dog buns, and new Costco Mac and cheese!!!8:30 - Ask Handel Anything! 

(Friday 06/13/25)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about the ingredient Microwave Omelet, Costco's “Scan and Go.”, and Disney Parks new food reservation feature.The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'

(Friday 06/06/25)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Costco's ice cream Sandos, the 6 size classifications for egg sizes, & Sam's Club's new customer chosen drink. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'

(Friday 05/30/25)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk the legality of copying product packaging, the best way to make frozen fries at home, and Altadena restaurants are slowly opening back up. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'

(Friday 05/23/25)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk Kraft/Heinz spending $3BIL on U.S. manufacturing facilities, dining where Walt Disney dined, ‘Snackle Box,' and FREE burgers at Burger King. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'