The Fork Report w Neil Saavedra

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Joseph Karamian - Teriyaki Madness Jul 12, 2026

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The Fork Report Hour 2 (07/11) - Teriyaki Madness has been actively expanding across the greater Los Angeles area. While there is one long-standing location in Downtown LA (1120 W 6th St), several newer spots have opened up. Neil speaks with owner Joseph Karamian about his restaurant and the new locations.

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Tony Messina - Executive Chef of Pawn Shop Jul 12, 2026

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The Fork Report Hour 3 (07/11) - At Pawn Shop, Tony Messina reimagines game-day food from the ground up: refined and intentional without ever feeling formal, blending nods to his New England heritage with his broader culinary range. Highlights include Hot Dogs topped with osetra caviar and Japanese mayo, Charbroiled Oysters with XO butter, Sticky Pork Spareribswith kabayaki and peanuts, and a Dry Aged 40oz Tomahawk for celebratory moments alongside the soon-to-be-signature house Pu Pu Platter. Tony joins Neil on the show to discuss Pawn Shop.

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Happy 4th of July from The Fork Report! Jul 04, 2026

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The Fork Report Hour 1 [Best Of] (07/04) - The Fourth of July is here! Neil shares his thoughts on why now is more important than ever to believe and honor in "We The People". Also, this weeks Technique of the Week is all about 4th of July grilling!

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Homeboy Cafe + Red, White and Blue Deals Jul 04, 2026

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The Fork Report Hour 2 [Best Of] (07/04) - An encore on Homeboy Cafe. Plus, The Fork Reporter shares some red, white and blue deals at the grocery store.

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Brad Pose - Epic BBQ Sandwiches Jul 04, 2026

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The Fork Report Hour 3 [Best Of] (07/04) - An encore with Brad Pose from Epic BBQ Sandwiches. Brad Prose is a longtime professional recipe developer, food writer, and culinary photographer. In his latest cookbook (now available), Epic BBQ Sandwiches, Brad shares his love of barbecue through over-the-top sandwiches packed with smoke, sauce, and serious flavor.

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America's 250th with The Fork Reporter! Jun 28, 2026

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The Fork Report Hour 1 (06/27) - Neil gives an update on his recovery and progress post-Bariatric surgery. Plus, as we near the Fourth of July next week, Neil shares his thoughts on why now is more important than ever to believe and honor in "We The People". Also, this weeks Technique of the Week is all about 4th of July grilling! The Fork Reporter shares some red, white and blue deals at the grocery store.

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4th of July, Wild Fork Foods Style! Jun 28, 2026

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The Fork Report Hour 2 (06/27) - Paras Tulsiani from Wild Fork Foods joins the show! Neil and Paras go over some of the best deals in meat and seafood to include in your Fourth of July eats.

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Isabel Thottam - Director of the Eat! L.A. Food Distribution Program Jun 28, 2026

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The Fork Report Hour 3 (06/27) - Isabel Thottam, Director of the Eat! L.A. Food Distribution Program, joins the show! LA Food Distribution Program at the organization Food Access Los Angeles, which provides CSA boxes (like Farmers Market delivery to your doorstep) in LA during the Summer Months.

Access for the program is expanding this summer, because Isabel and the Food Access LA team are working on ensuring that people who qualify for food benefits (CalFresh) will also be able to order CSA online, bringing even more equity and access to a service that, in the past, may not have been accessible for lower income families and community members.

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Dad's Day Brunch Ideas Jun 21, 2026

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The Fork Report Hour 1 (06/20) - Technique of the Week features Dad's Day brunch ideas. Nom Nom News is all about McDonald's bringing back the original apple pies. Plus, America's favorite cheeses.

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Tony Clark (Illusion Magic Lounge) Joins The Fork Report Jun 21, 2026

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The Fork Report Hour 2 (06/20) - Tony Clark from Illusion Magic Lounge comes on the show. Dollar stores are competing for your grocery dollars. Plus, Taco Bell has some new limited time items.

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