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(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.'
This is a Foodie Friday with a Plant Talk twist.... let's talk about planting your own food with the experts at Jean's The Right Plant Place! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(Friday 05/16/25)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk Pop-Tarts ice cream sandwiches, Costco's frozen cookie dough bulk order, and pills designed to make your farts smell like chocolate. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'
Robbie Schloss, owner and co-founder of Shore Club Chicago, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the beach restaurant’s grand opening this weekend. Offering an upscale dining experience right on North Avenue Beach, Shore Club provides a one-of-a-kind culinary experience.
IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk Pop-Tarts ice cream sandwiches, Costco's frozen cookie dough bulk order, and pills designed to make your farts smell like chocolate.
Chef Rich Wang from Minyoli joins Lisa Dent to share the Taiwanese wheat noodles that are a cultural rarity in Chicago. Chef Wang worked at multiple Michelin star restaurants before opening Minyoli. Minoyli celebrates its one year anniversary after Chef Wang opened it last May.
(May 09, 2025)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra is joined by Armando De La Torre, owner and operator of Guisado's, to talk about…. BURRITOS & FOOD! 12 pieces of advice from Warren Buffet, from parenting to investments.
IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra is joined by Armando De La Torre, owner and operator of Guisado's, to talk about…. BURRITOS & FOOD!
Amy & JJ tried 4 mac and cheeses - in boxes - with powdered cheeses! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chef Jennifer Kim at Proxi joins Lisa Dent to discuss their expertise in raw seafood among the variety of coastal Asian food that Proxi brings to the West Loop.
(Friday 05/02/25)The hour opens with ‘Ask Handel Anything' followed by… FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about the best potato chips according to Food & Wine Magazine, the viral Dubai pistachio dessert has come to Costco with a bit of a twist, Americans changing how they shop for groceries, and can you copywrite a recipe?
IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about the best potato chips according to Food & Wine Magazine, the viral Dubai pistachio dessert has come to Costco with a bit of a twist, Americans changing how they shop for groceries, and can you copywrite a recipe?
Foodie Friday - with drinks this week! Omar Ansari, owner and founder of Surly Brewing joins Amy & JJ to talk about the concept and the location - coming to Grand Forks, ND/ UND Campus, August 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lisa Dent welcomes Nicole Flevaris, owner of Kinzie Chophouse, for this edition of Foodie Friday. Listen in while Nicole talks about what makes their restaurant a ‘must go' place in Chicago, unveils more details surrounding their Guest Chef experiences, and more.
(Friday 04/18/25)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about why “Fresh” isn't always better, Martha Stewart's ultimate host gift, and Kraft Mac n Cheese is getting a new flavor. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'
Famed Chicago chef Art Smith joins Lisa Dent to talk about his collaboration with Geja’s Cafe. As part of their 60th Anniversary celebration, Geja’s is launching a Chef Collaboration Series with iconic Chicago chefs. Geja’s Cafe starts out their series with Chef Art Smith who brings his classic Southern flavors with the traditional fondue that Geja’s […]
IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about why “Fresh” isn't always better, Martha Stewart's ultimate host gift, and Kraft Mac n Cheese is getting a new flavor.
Davod Zarghami, Northern Soda’s Co-CEO and Chief Sales Officer, joins IT2. A Minnesota based soda company is switching up flavors and has opened a new tap room in Minneapolis! Foodie Friday is brought to you by Prime Cut Meats, on South University Drive in Fargo, ND. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(Friday 04/11/25)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Ninja's new “soft serve” ice cream maker, Wendy's New Frostys. and Haagen-Daz releasing an all-new treat. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'
Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Ninja's new “soft serve” ice cream maker, Wendy's New Frostys. and Haagen-Daz releasing an all-new treat.
(April 04, 2025)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra talks about Disneyland's tasting menus for 2025 Food & Wine Festival,Subway's new Doritos nachos, and Reeses pb&j peanut butter cups. The show closes with Neil responding to listeners who left 'Talkback' messages through the iHeart Radio App.
Neil Saavedra is in for Bill while he is out on vacation. IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra talks about Disneyland's tasting menus for 2025 Food & Wine Festival, Subway's new Doritos nachos, and Reeses pb&j peanut butter cups.
Today it's just Matt and Chuy so the guys get to work filling in the big shoes for Bob. We also bring in Southern Soul Bowl for our Foodie Friday as we try not to talk with our mouth full. Finally we bring in Legendary Craig Robinson and catch up with him before Cap City tonight!Support the show: https://www.klbjfm.com/mattandbobfm/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The expert taste test team for KFGO, It Takes Two with Amy & JJ, put their skills to test to compare four fast food restaurants and how their fish sandwiches stack up. Ahoy!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 Trader Joes items to buy this Spring, dessert stomach, and whether it is safe to eat meat in bloated packaging. 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 Trader Joes items to buy this Spring, dessert stomach, and whether it is safe to eat meat in bloated packaging.
Chef Scott Motschenbacher joins Amy & JJ to talk about budget friendly cuts of meat - and fish! We know grocery prices are high and you might be looking for a more budget friendly proteins... Chef Scott has ideas! 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 Shake Shack's first ever combo meal, corned beef pastrami combo packs at Costco, and Milano caramel Café Au Lait cookies. 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 Shake Shack's first ever combo meal, corned beef pastrami combo packs at Costco, and Milano caramel Café Au Lait cookies.
IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Subway bringing back $6.99 any footlongs, $1 egg McMuffins, Jack in the Box's Lucky Mint Trio, and Wendy's Frosty mix-ins. 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 Subway bringing back $6.99 any footlongs, $1 egg McMuffins, Jack in the Box's Lucky Mint Trio, and Wendy's Frosty mix-ins.
Some popular food items were accidentally created - here's the list on It Takes 2's "Foodie Friday". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(Friday 02/21/25)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about bird flu causing egg prices to soar, but not the price of chicken oddly rnough.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 bird flu causing egg prices to soar, but not the price of chicken oddly rnough.
(Friday 02/14/25)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about a tuna salas sandwich taste test, 7-Eleven FREE slurpees, soft serve ice cream machines, and a popular California born chain closing 90 restaurants. 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 a tuna salas sandwich taste test, 7-Eleven FREE slurpees, soft serve ice cream machines, and a popular California born chain closing 90 restaurants.
Would you like to eat like your favorite President? Well, with Bennet, this is possible! Bennett Rea, Writer and Creator of Cookin' with Congress, joins Amy & JJ for Foodie Friday - bringing you an interesting peek into recipes our elected officials have shared over the decades. 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 favorite frozen chicken nuggets, Waffle House egg surcharges, and Trader Joe's customer favorites. 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 favorite frozen chicken nuggets, Waffle House egg surcharges, and Trader Joe's customer favorites.
(Friday 01/31/25)IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about great appliances for the Super Bowl, a NEW footlong Oreo, and store private sales are up. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'
Mia McCullough, co-owner of The Eco Flamingo, in Chicago joins Lisa Dent to highlight their zero-waste general store. No bags, no containers, and little-to-no pre-packaging. Their goal is to help customers shop more sustainably, and while they are not the only ‘eco-friendly’ store in Chicago, they do have a number of unique features. Listen to […]
Cathy Koch (mother of former WGN Radio producer Curtis Koch) is the owner of The Spice and Tea Exchange of Crystal Lake (the only location in Illinois). She joins Lisa Dent to tell the story of how they got their start and highlight their grand opening. In addition, she discusses some of the benefits of […]
IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about great appliances for the Super Bowl, a NEW footlong Oreo, and store private sales are up.
Kassie with Valley Senior Services in Fargo talks about the Meals on Wheels program as well as congregate dining and how YOU can get involved as a meal recipient or a volunteer!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WGN Radio’s Dave Plier (in for Lisa Dent) is joined by Steven Crano, Corporate Communications Manager at Choose Chicago, and Ben Goodnick, Chef Partner at Lettuce Entertain You, for this week’s edition of ‘Foodie Friday’ where we are highlighting Chicago Restaurant Week.
WGN Radio’s Dave Plier (in for Lisa Dent) is joined by Steven Crano, Corporate Communications Manager at Choose Chicago, and Ben Goodnick, Chef Partner at Lettuce Entertain You, for this week’s edition of ‘Foodie Friday’ where we are highlighting Chicago Restaurant Week.
IT'S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about 711 being the most popular grocery store in the US, Dollar Tree turquoise bowls, Lunar New Year treats at Disneyland, and a Costa Mesa staple restaurant opening in Los Angeles. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'
Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report' on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about 711 being the most popular grocery store in the US, Dollar Tree turquoise bowls, Lunar New Year treats at Disneyland, and a Costa Mesa staple restaurant opening in Los Angeles.
Wayne Resnick fills in for Bill Handel all this week. Marijuana and driving. Foodie Friday news. Dr. Jim Keany, Co-Director of the Emergency Room at Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, joins The Bill Handel Show for 'Medical News'! Dr. Keany talks with Wayne about more kids developing kidney stones and your tonsils being able to grow back.
KFI food enthusiast and Fork Reporter Neil Saavedra comes on the program to talk about _____. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.'