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Rob Balon leaving Fox 7 for KVUE
Rob Balon, the Austin food critic who has voiced his opinions on Fox 7 for the past decade is headed over to KVUE, Austin’s ABC affiliate. His reviews will be broadcast during the Daybreak and Midday news shows on Fridays beginning March 12.
Balon, whose last Fox 7 appearance was December 18th of last year, called his time at Fox 7 a good run. “Eleven years in television is almost like dog years,” he said.
Former Fox 7 General Manager Danny Baker recruited Balon, who was then doing (and continues to do) reviews on KLBJ radio, to put his face on TV. “He and I were kind of joined at the hip; we were great friends,” Balon explained. Baker retired in 2008 and Balon didn’t renew his contract. “Things just kind of floated and then we decided mutually — it was very cordial — that it was time to move on.”
Balon said the move won’t affect his continuing appearances on KLBJ-AM. “That ‘Food Friday’ show is just a riot,” he said, “and I’ll still fill in for Jeff (Ward, afternoon drive host) now and then.
“I’m just tickled silly to be with KVUE,” Balon added. “It’s a great opportunity for me.”
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By Phillyfilly
July 25, 2010 11:34 AM | Link to this
Don't remember where I read this, but Austin Restaurant Week is supposed to be in late August through the beginning of September 2010. I can't find anything on the web regarding this wonderful event. Anyone know of a site I can go to for participating restaurants, menus,etc? Thank you.
By Kathleen "Leion" Driscoll
April 6, 2010 8:54 AM | Link to this
I've lost track of where you're living and working after all these years. Good to see you are still in TX. My best to all of you.