The Fork Report Hour 2 (02/28) - Chef Rene Johnson of Blackberry Soul joins the show. From Teen Mom to Celebrity Soul Food Maven: The Chef Rene Johnson Story Angela Rene Johnson, known professionally as Chef Rene Johnson, is leading the healthy soul food movement. What began as Johnson in her kitchen recreating her grandmother’s scratch-made soul food recipes, has grown to a team of chefs working under Johnson to create healthier plant-based versions of classic soul food favorites and catering A-list events.

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The Fork Report Hour 3 (02/28) - It is OC Restaurant Week! Pam Waitt joins the show to talk about how people can participate. Plus, McDonald's big arch burger is arriving in Southern California restaurants.

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The Fork Report Hour 1 (02/21) - The Fork Reporter is live at Morongo Casino Resort, in Cabazon, CA this week and begins the show talking about the good eats Morongo has to offer. Executive Chef Damien Stanley and Chef Jerome Oreggo join the show.

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The Fork Report Hour 2 (02/21) - From Good Times Cafe, Marketplace and Cielo, Executive Chef Damien Stanley and Chef Jerome Oreggo continue to sit with The Fork Reporter to dive deeper into the new menu Morongo Casino has to offer. Producer for the Bob Gurr documentary, "Living By Design", Earnest "Eernie" Alonzo joins the show. Plus, Chef Jerome Oreggo returns, alongside Chef Ronnie Arnold of Cielo Restaurant.

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The Fork Report Hour 3 (02/21) - Chef Myra joins the show to offer The Fork Reporter all the options of pastries that Morongo has to offer.

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The Fork Report Hour 3 (02/14) - Neil reveals what the number one Valentine's Day order is; spoiler, it is NOT pasta. Plus, a pantry clean out. Also, a reflection and perspective on Valentine's Day if the day makes you feel alone.

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The Fork Report Hour 2 (02/14) - "Masters of Taste" culinary master John Sungkamee joins the show to talk about Emporium Thai. John also shares a story about a well known celebrity being a huge fan of their food!

Founded by John and Jane Sungkamee, the husband-and-wife team behind the legendary Emporium Thai in Westwood which is built upon more than 26 years of cultural stewardship and culinary excellence. First opened in 2000, Emporium Thai has become one of Los Angeles’ most respected Thai institutions. John Sungkamee, Founder & CEO of Emporium Thai and the exciting new Emporium Thai Market, is a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and cultural steward whose career has been defined by honoring tradition while pushing Thai cuisine forward. They are celebrating 26 years this March and they are also participating in this year's Masters of Taste.

Every dollar raised at the 2026 Masters of Taste event will benefit the work of Union Station Homeless Services (Union Station), a local organization successfully fighting to end homelessness. Over the last seven years, Masters of Taste has impressively raised over $3.5 Million, helping countless families and individuals find a secure and welcoming place to call home.  

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The Fork Report Hour 1 (02/14) - The show opens with Technique of the Week, featuring ideas for simple Valentine's Day meals, including dessert!

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The Fork Report Hour 3 [Best Of] (02/07) - Tom Runyon opened The Old Place in 1970 and it only had two menu items, Steak and Clams. Now today it has a one full page menu of comforting goodies in a historic family place. Tom's son Morgan Runyon proudly continues the tradition his father originated. The Old Place, combined with the Cornell Winery, offers a beautiful, memorable, and one-of-a-kind dining experience. Take a listen!

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