THE BESTBANK HOUR – OCTOBER 27, 2026

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On this episode of The BestBank Hour with Rusty Autry, Rusty welcomes Lily Soniat, owner of Zhang Bistro and a friend of the late Jimmy Cho, chef and owner of Banana Blossom.

Lily shares her memories of Jimmy and reflects on his contributions to New Orleans’ vibrant restaurant culture. The conversation honors his passion for food, his place in the local culinary community, and the impact he made on those who knew him and enjoyed his cooking. Rusty and Lily also discuss the upcoming candlelight vigil celebrating Jimmy’s life and legacy.