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The Fork Report w Neil Saavedra

LIVE WILD FORK With The Fork Reporter

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Mario Hernandez reveals how making mole with his mother two days before she passed became his last memory of her.
The episode begins with Neil Saavedra introducing the live broadcast from Wild Fork Foods at 2nd and PCH in Long Beach, highlighting the event's festive atmosphere with grilling and samples. He is joined by his sidekick Robin and guest Bill Handel, with whom he shares humorous banter about their long-standing friendship and past experiences, including Neil being Bill's best man. Early segments include birthday shout-outs and well-wishes for a listener named Carol. The core of the episode features an interview with Mario Hernandez, the COO of Wild Fork, who discusses the company's mission to nourish better lives through access to a wide variety of meats and seafood. Mario explains the blast freezing process, which locks in freshness at -40 degrees and allows for quick defrosting, minimizing waste. He emphasizes the educational aspect, helping customers transition from common cuts to more unique offerings. Mario shares a personal anecdote about his last meal with his mother, connecting food to memory and emotion. He details Wild Fork's product range, from choice beef to A5 Japanese Wagyu and Iberico pork from Spain, noting the company's low pricing strategy and 100% guarantee. Later, guest Mo Kelly stops by, discussing his recent vacation to Italy, Greece, and Turkey, and contrasting Americanized Italian food with authentic regional dishes. The episode includes promotional segments for sponsors like Fresh from Florida and True Green, as well as NFL Draft ads. Neil encourages listeners to visit the location, participate in giveaways, and use a secret phrase for swag, maintaining a lighthearted and engaging tone throughout the broadcast.

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A lively Long Beach visit turns blast-frozen meat science into useful shopper talk.

The Fork Report moves the food conversation into Wild Fork Foods in Long Beach, where Neil Saavedra talks with Mario Hernandez, COO of Wild Fork, about blast freezing in practical, shopper-friendly terms.

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Curious why frozen meat can still bloom fresh? This live Long Beach Wild Fork stop gives you the counterintuitive answer.

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