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Celebrate National Tourism Day with episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on wine and photography tours, plus, the city's famous brewery scene.
Featured Guests:
- Steve & Karen Wilson - Owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
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Chris & Bonnie Allen - Asheville Photo Tours: https://ashevillephoto.tours/
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Ryan & Terri Watts - Asheville Wine Tours: https://www.ashevillewinetours.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," and Chef Candy Lesher, talks about the virtual cooking class series, Cooking Like a Dame, that is now offered by the Phoenix Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI PHX). This chapter is very involved in cultivating Arizona’s future culinarians through the high school C-CAP program (Careers Through Culinary Arts.)
If you’ve found yourself in a cooking rut, you’re in luck. Take your kitchen skills to the next level with online cooking classes taught by world-class chefs. Learn more about the program in Linda's article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-the-art-of-cooking-like-a-dame-in-the-virtual-kitchen/
Plus, check out Chef Candy Lesher's Vegetarian Tortilla Soup recipe as discussed on the show: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/vegetarian-tortilla-soup/
Learn more about Chef Lesher at https://www.yourkitchenrx.com/
Travel writer Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1LoD5wiSJu4NM4KZxuJYoj
Follow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/
From Mother's Day (May 12) and National Wine Day (May 25) to Memorial Day Weekend (May 25-27) and National Asparagus Month, Get a Taste of May on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. Hear about spring growth in the LVD Winery vineyard, Peggy's wine term of the month, and special events and new wine releases in the tasting room.
Of course, we always chat about seasonal food and wine pairings, and Peggy's latest recipe. This month it's how to make Fresh Asparagus with Blender Hollandaise. Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/fresh-asparagus-with-blender-hollandaise/
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
In celebration of National Chickpea Day (April 21), this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" Show features Ruth Milstein who talks about the health benefits of eating chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, and the various ways to prepare them. See Ruth's Spicy Chicpea-Rice Burger Recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spicy-chickpea-rice-burgers-with-bbq-sauce/
Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand awarding-winning recipe book, "Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine." Learn more here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/yr9jp58n
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From the upcoming California Antique Farm Equipment Show (April 19-21, 2024) and next year's famous World Ag Expo (February 2025), to family-friendly attractions and activities, this episode of Big Blend Radio Celebrates Farming and Agriculture in Tulare, California.
FEATURED GUESTS:
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Donnette Silva Carter, CEO of the Tulare Chamber of Commerce. Visit: http://www.tularechamber.org/
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Megan Lausten from the International Agri-Center. Visit: https://www.internationalagricenter.com/
Tulare is a gateway city to Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks. The city thrives on agricultural, and is internationally known for the Annual World Ag Expo which is held at the International Agri-Center which also features unique event spaces, and the AgVentures Learning Center for Kids and Ag Museum. Tulare has a charming historic downtown district with a beautiful series of murals, and is also home to the Tulare Outlet Shopping Center, and Tulare Historic Museum.
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This episode of Big Blend Radio with travel writer Linda Kissam, "Food Wine & Shopping Diva," embarks on a journey through the exquisite offerings of DANCIN Vineyards. Join us as we delve into the world of their elegant Barbera, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay wines with winemaker Chris Jiron.
Nestled in the scenic Rogue Valley of Oregon, DANCIN Vineyards has distinguished itself for producing wines of exceptional quality capturing the essence of the region’s terroir and the dedication of the winemaking craft. Learn more by reading Linda's winetasting article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-sophistication-with-dancin-vineyards/
And visit DANCIN Vineyards online at https://www.dancin.com/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/3r9wmudu
Follow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/
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From National Jelly Bean Day to International Viognier Day and Earth Day, it's all about Spring Flings with Wine on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. Hear about spring in the LVD Winery vineyard, Peggy's wine term of the month, and special events and celebrations at the tasting room.
Of course, we always chat about seasonal food and wine pairings, and Peggy's latest recipe. This month it's a vibrant Caribbean Salad with Honey Lime Dressing - see: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/caribbean-salad-with-honey-lime-dressing/
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
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On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast, Debbie shares her experience with Secret Hawaii Tours while she was in Honolulu.
Guide Lanai Tabura, grew up on the pineapple island of Lanai in a family of foodies. His parents and grandparents loved sharing food with friends and even complete strangers. “They were giving food tours before food tours were a thing,” explains Lanai. “It seemed natural that I would do the same, as food is my passion.” Lanai went on to build a thriving business revolving around food. Read Debbie's story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/aloha-plate-hawaii-food-tour-in-honolulu/
Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" podcast airs every 4th Tuesday. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/m6z7v6ms
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From Crostini to Croutons, this episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY show features Ivan Flowers, a 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor who shares how to use French Bread in recipes, and how to make his Warm Red Pepper & Mozzaella Crostini recipe. See Chef Ivan's recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/warm-red-pepper-mozzarella-crostini/
Also part of Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" podcast, this episode celebrates National French Bread Day (March 21).
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" Show features Ruth Milstein who talks about the history of theJewish holiday of Purim and how it is celebrated, and how to make Hamantaschen, a triangular filled-pocket pastry that refers to Haman, the villain in the Purim story. In 2024, Purim is celebrated the evening of March 23 until the evening of March 24. In Jerusalem, where Shushan Purim is celebrated, the festival takes place on the following day, from March 24 to March 25. See Ruth's recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hamantaschen-for-purim/
Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand awarding-winning recipe book, "Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine." Learn more here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
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Poland’s breathtaking landscapes, history, and exceptional cuisine render it a must-visit destination. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, Sharon Kurtz shares her recent adventures in the captivating cities of Warsaw, Krakow, and Poznan, where she experienced Poland’s culinary renaissance and found hidden gems along the way. You can read about it in her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-taste-of-poland-from-michelin-stars-to-hidden-gems/
Sharon Kurtz is an Austin-based freelance travel writer and award-winning photographer. She is passionate about exploring the world and sharing her experiences through captivating storytelling. She is an active member of The Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) and The International Food, Wine, and Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). Follow her travels on https://sharonkkurtz.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/shar_kurtz
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
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In honor of March 7, 2024 being Plant Power Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast celebrates vegetarianism and reducetrianism with this Big Blend Radio "From the Vault" interview with Brian Kateman, President and Co-Founder of the Reducetarian Foundation.
CHECK OUT THESE PLANT POWERED PODCAST INTERVIEWS, RECIPES, BOOKS & RESOURCES:
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The Reducetarian Solution: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-reducetarian-solution/
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The Sweet & Sacory Life by Yecenia Currie: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/yecenia-currie-sweet-and-savory-life/
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Viva La Vegan Happy Hour with John Schlimm: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/viva-la-vegan-happy-hour-party-recipes/
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Cooking with Ruth Milsten Podcast & Recipes: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ruth-howard-milstein/
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Big Blend Vegetarian Recipe Guide: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/vegetarian-vegan-recipes/
This podcast is also featured on these Big Blend Radio shows: "Eat, Drink & Be Merry," and "Quality of Life."
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast celebrates Arizona Wine Month and Women's History Month with a special panel Women in Wine discussion about regional wine varietals, winemaking, food and wine pairings, wine terminology, and more.
FEATURED GUESTS:
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Peggy Fiandaca - LDV Winery: https://ldvwinery.com/
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Brooke Lowry Ide - Vino Stache Winery: https://www.vinostache.com/
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Kati Spencer - Twisted Union Winery: https://twistedunionwinecompany.com/
Check out Peggy's Roasted Vegetables with Couscous recipe as discussed on the show: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/roasted-vegetable-couscous/
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on unique experiences to enjoy in Asheville, North Carolina this spring incuding rooftop cocktails, brews, and mural tours.
Featured Guests:
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Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
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Kaye Bentley - Asheville Rooftop Bar Tours - https://www.ashevillerooftopbartours.com/
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Krista Stearns - Mountain Mural Tours - https://mountainmuraltours.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/ycxwjkr7
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Step into a world of aromatic tranquility and delightful flavors as you explore the art of tea tasting from the comfort of your own home. This episode of Big Blend Radio with travel writer Linda Kissam, "Food Wine & Shopping Diva," talks about her recent virtual Chinese tea-tasting experience with Friday Afternoon Tea.
Linda enjoyed an intellectual sensory journey that uncovered the nuances and complexities of different Chinese tea varieties, with the added convenience of delivered samples. Read her story, including what food to pair with the various teas, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-the-world-of-chinese-tea
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/3r9wmudu
Follow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/
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On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show, Ruth Milstein shares an easy recipe for Chocolate Cake Balls that uses already baked or bought chocolate cake, plus, wine pairing tips. See the recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chocolate-cake-and-wine/
Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand awarding-winning recipe book, "Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine." Learn more here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast celebrates National Almond Day (Feb. 16, 2024) and National Almond with Chocolate Day (July 8, 2024) with fun facts about this beloved tree nut including it's history and cultural significance, amazing nutritional benefits, culinary uses, and sustainable farming.
If you want to see the Almond Tree Blooming Season whcih happens between Mid-February and Mid-March, head to the Central California Valley region where over 80% of the world's almonds are grown. Plan your trip at https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
To purchase almonds, chocolate covered almonds, and other almond goodies, visit https://thepeanutpatch.com/
For a list of Almond Dishes from Around the World, visit https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_almond_dishes
RECIPES WITH ALMONDS and almond products such as milk and flour, as featured on our site, BlendRadioandTV.com:
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Chocolate Covered Brownie Truffle Bites: http://tinyurl.com/y5z59t6f
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Dried Cherry Granola: http://tinyurl.com/39bj3nsk
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Cinammon Streusel French Toast: http://tinyurl.com/2z5uydv9
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Mike's Mighty Mediterranean Chopped Salad: http://tinyurl.com/bdsvy9kc
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Fluffy Blueberry Cake: http://tinyurl.com/4yub6bss
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Coconut Banana Bread: http://tinyurl.com/yvwawx2c
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Shine & Shake Cocktail: http://tinyurl.com/2vp8fmxt
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Sharon's Tiramisu Latte: http://tinyurl.com/4rz4pmzp
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It's all about Cooking with Wine on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. Plus, hear about what's happening in the vineyard, and Peggy's wine term of the month. Check out Peggy's recipe for Wine Poached Salmon along with her tips for cooking with wine, here: http://tinyurl.com/mw3sw43r
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/GA2ju0_u0Vs
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
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This episode of Big Blend Raio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show is all about plant-based eating and cooking with Yecenia Currie, a world traveler, yoga instructor, foodie, and author of “Sweet & Savory Life: Simple Flavor-Filled, Plant-Based Recipes to Nourish Mind, Body, & Spirit."
In a world where the health-conscious and flavor-seekers can unite, each page of Yecenia Currie’s new cookbook is a testament to her unwavering commitment to creating recipes that are filled with nutrition while simultaneously exploding with flavor. Currie’s goal in “Sweet & Savory Life” (March 1, 2024, Trilogy Publishing) is to “amplify plant-based deliciousness” by focusing on recipes that are packed with both nutrition and flavor.
Learn more and check out her recipe for Chocolate Covered Brownie Truffle Bites: http://tinyurl.com/y5z59t6f
Keep up with Yecenia Currie at hacast.com/privacy for more information.
From cooking classes and sunset cruises to the lush scenery and rugged beaches, this episode of Big Blend Radio's VACATION STATION travel show features travel writer Eva Eldridge who shares her recent experiences in Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/falling-in-love-with-cabo-san-lucas-mexico/
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"All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt." Charles M. Schulz
This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast celebrates National Chocolate Cake Day (January 27) with Shelley Whizin, author and transformational life coach. Check out Shelley's family recipe "The Shirley Whizin Killer Chocolate Cake" Here: http://tinyurl.com/3urvjrvj
BOOK OF THE DAY: “What Do You Bring to the Table: A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life” by Shelley Whizin. More: https://www.shelleywhizin.com/products
SONG OF THE DAY: "Chocolate Cake" by Crowded House: https://youtu.be/M699TqhO06k?feature=shared
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Do you prefer smooth, or chunky? This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast celebrates National Peanut Butter Day (January 24) with some fun peanut butter history, fun facts, and a conversation with Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona.
Check out Donna's yummy recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/donna-george/
Learn more about The Peanut Patch and shop online at https://thepeanutpatch.com/
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What's your favorite pie? Is it Sweet or Savory? This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast celebrates National Pie Day (January 23) with some pie fun facts and history around the world and the USA. Check out our Pie Music Playlist and Recipes below.
PIE MUSIC PLAYLIST
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YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/35ptp2wb
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Spotify: http://tinyurl.com/33v69hm7
PIE RECIPES & ARTICLES:
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Wikipedia List of Pies Around the World: http://tinyurl.com/frtyvdk7
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Natchitoches Meat Pies & Food Trail: http://tinyurl.com/37vwam3e
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Sawdust Pie Recipe Video: http://tinyurl.com/3b22nt39
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Bailey's Apple Pie Filling Recipe Video: http://tinyurl.com/y6sf6d6m
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Apple Pie in a Cast Iron Frying Pan: http://tinyurl.com/3z4ynz2j
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Italian Apple Pie: http://tinyurl.com/3u9c4jrf
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Lasagna Meat Pie: http://tinyurl.com/2m9nzacb
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Tuxado Park Quiche: http://tinyurl.com/38wbv382
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Castle Creek Manor Quiche: http://tinyurl.com/4kj97vew
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On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show, Ruth Milstein shares the health benefits of eating quinoa, tips on how to cook it, and discusses her Quinoa, Chicken & Herbs recipe which you can see here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/quinoa-with-chicken-and-herbs/
Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand awarding-winning recipe book, "Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine." Learn more here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
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Celebrate Sunday Supper Month (January) on this episode of Big Blend Radios BIG DAILY BLEND podcast features Ivan Flowers, 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor, who also shares how to make his recipe for Pan Roasted Muscovy Duck Breasts. See his recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pan-roasted-muscovy-duck-breasts/
QUOTE OF THE DAY: "The table is a meeting place, a gathering ground, the source of sustenance and nourishment, festivity, safety, and satisfaction. A person cooking is a person giving: Even the simplest food is a gift." Laurie Colwin
PUZZLE OF THE DAY: World of Wine online crossword: http://tinyurl.com/2unxm83e
BOOK SUGGESTIONS: "The Art of French Cooking” by Julia Child, "The Joy of Cooking (1975 by John Becker, Ethan Becker, Irma S. Rombauer, et al.) and “Cooking with Love: Ventures in the New Israeli Cuisine” by Ruth Milstein
SUGGESTED VIEWING: "Julia" TV Series, "Julie & Julia" Film, and "The Art of French Cooking" with Julia Child.
MUSIC TO COOK TO: "Home Cookin'" by Jr. Walker & The All Stars, "I'm In The Mood by John Lee Hooker, "Ring of Fire" by Johnny Cash, "Ducks on the Wall" by The Kinks, "Walk This Way" by Aerosmith, "Loving Cup" by The Rolling Stones, "Spill the Wine" by Eric Burdon & War, "Coconut" by Harry Nillson, "Banana Boat Song - Day O" by Harry Belafonte.
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In celebration of National Hot Tea Day (January 12, 2024), this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND podcast features food, wine, and travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva." Linda, a tea enthusiast, takes us on a delicious journey of tea experiences around the world and talks about tea and food pairings, gifts, destinations, and more. Keep up with Linda on her site https://allingoodtaste.info/
QUOTE OF THE DAY: “The ‘art of tea’ is a spiritual force for us to share.” Alexandra Stoddard
SUGGESTED RESOURCES:
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Linda's article about Afternoon Tea at The Empress Hotel: http://tinyurl.com/5n78ss9u
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Seven Pots of Tea Book, Podcast & Recipe: http://tinyurl.com/uukw44sn
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Nepal Tea Collective Podcast: http://tinyurl.com/592yw5c8
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Japanese Friendship Garden in Phoenix: http://tinyurl.com/mtaesffr
MUSIC & MOVIES: "Tea for Two" movie and song, "Tea for the Tillerman" album by Yusuf/Cat Stevens.
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From farmers' markets and agricultural events to farm-to-table dining, museums, botanial gardens, and farmcentric attractions and activities, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "California Sequoia Country" Show with the Sequoia Tourism Council focuses the farm and agricultural experience you can have in Tulare County.
Featured Guests from Sequoia Tourism Council:
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Donnette Silva Carter - Tulare Chamber or Commerce - http://www.tularechamber.org/
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Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia. Info: https://www.visitvisalia.com/
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast focuses on how Scottsdale, Arizona is becoming a Blue Zone Community. Certified Blue Zones Communities have populations with greater well-being, improved health outcomes, reduced costs, and increased civic pride, all of which support healthy economic development. More: https://bluezonesprojectscottsdale.com/
Plus, hear about what's happening in the vineyard, Peggy's wine term of the month, and check out Peggy's Dried Cherry Granola Recipe that she talks about: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/dried-cherry-granola/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/u7YOWl-VDfQ
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/3zynb7e6
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
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On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show, Ruth Milstein shares tips on buying and cooking lamb, and explains how to make her easy and delicious Rack of Lamb recipe that's served on a bed of mashed potatoes with turnip. The recipe is featured in her Gourmand award winning recipe book, "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine," and you can get it on our website here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/rack-of-lamb-with-mashed-potatoes-and-turnip/
Keep up with Ruth Milstein here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
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It's all about Holiday Wine and Food Pairings and tasting the on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. During the podcast we taste LDV Winery's 2017 R.E.D., a blend that showcases all three of LDV's red grapes with characteristics from each grape showing in the finished wine. Limited new oak was used to let the flavors and aromas of the Grenache, Syrah, and Petite Sirah to be expressed. And along with the wine term of the month and the vineyard update, hear about Peggy's Goat Cheese Torte Recipe, that's perfect for any holidya gathering. See her recipe here: https://tinyurl.com/msesexpb
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE:
For more of Peggy's Holiday Wine Pairing Tips, see:
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Wine & Chocolate: https://tinyurl.com/35vubjpv
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Wine & Charcuterie: https://tinyurl.com/ms6pkaeu
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/3zynb7e6
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
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This episode of Big Blend Radio features Ivan Flowers, 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor, who shares how to make his recipe for Ganache Dipped Baby Pears and also provides cooking tips that relate to the various December foodie holidays. See his recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ganache-dipped-baby-pears/
This episode is Part 2 of Big Weekly Blend's podcast with vocalist and composer Johnny Schaefer. Here the whole show here: https://youtu.be/aE47PwE6DFA?feature=shared
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From sparkling mocktails and cocktails to gourmet holiday sets and gift baskets, this episode of Big Blend Radio with travel writer Linda Kissam, "Food Wine & Shopping Diva," focuses on Fresh Flavors for Holiday Celebrations. Read Linda's article that's chockful of suggestions: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/fresh-flavors-for-holiday-celebrations/
FEATURED GUESTS:
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CAREY REILLY who shares festive drink and decor ideas with Martinelli's Sparkling Ciders. More at https://careyreilly.com/ and https://www.martinellis.com/
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ROBERT SCHUELLER of Melissa's Specialty Produce who talks about their festive and flavorful holiday sets and gourmet gift baskets. More: https://www.melissas.com/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/3r9wmudu
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It's all about Holiday Gifts on this episode of Big Blend Radio with Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona since 1997.
Open from October-April, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition where folks gather to buy nuts and peanuts, homemade peanut brittle and peanut butter, fine chocolates and confections, snacks and candies, dried fruit and dates, holiday gift baskets, and gourmet gifts including salsas, relishes, jams, syrups, preserves, olives, and more. They’re known for their yummy homemade fudge too!
Visit the store or shop online at https://thepeanutpatch.com/
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It's all about healthy and delicious Thanksgiving side dishes on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show featuring Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine."
See Ruth's Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes:
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Cranberry Sauce & Sweet Stuffing: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/healthy-thanksgiving-holiday-sides/
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Baked Pumpkin in Herbs: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/baked-pumpkin-in-herbs/
Keep up with Ruth Milstein here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
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Get a Taste of November on this episode of Big Blend Radios BIG WEEKLY BLEND Show featuring 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor Ivan Flowers.
Hear how make his Harvest Blend recipe and a fun conversation about this week’s foodie holidays such as Pupusa Day (Nov. 12), French Dip Day (Nov. 12), Pizza with the Works Except Anchovies Day (Nov. 12), Indian Pudding Day (Nov. 13), Pickle Day (Nov. 14), Spicy Guacamole Day (Nov. 14), Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day (Nov. 15), Bundt Day (Nov. 15), Spicy Hermit Cookie Day (Nov. 15), Zinfandel Day (Nov. 17), Vichyssoise Day (Nov. 18), Zinfandel Day (Nov. 18), and more.
Get Chef Ivan's HARVEST BLEND RECIPE here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chef-ivan-flowers-harvest-blend-recipe/
Check out this week's HARVEST BLEND Music Playlist:
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On YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/bddh93mt
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On Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/bde3t638
SPECIAL THANK YOU to The Peanut Patch! Visit the store in Yuma, Arizona or shop online at https://thepeanutpatch.com/
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This special episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" Show was recorded on Oct. 31, 2023 at LDV Winery's vineyard near Willcox in Southeast Arizona. Peggy Fiandaca and her winemaker husband talk about their wines and vineyard, and walk us through three tastings of their new Viogner which is currently aging in two types of French Oak barrels, and stainless steel. It's a fascinating process that shares the complexities of winemaking and vast variety of ever-changing flavor profiles as the wine ages.
LDV Winery produces single-varietal wines wines produced from Rhone-varietal grapes - Viognier, Grenache, Syrah, and Petite Sirah. You can taste the volcanic soils and mountain influence in each bottle. Visit their tasting room in Scottsdale or online here: https://ldvwinery.com/
You can hear Peggy Fiandaca every 1st Wednesday on the Big Blend Radio “Wine Time with Peggy” Show where she talks about wine pairings, wine tasting, different varietals, harvest season and vineyard happenings, wine terminology, and more. Follow the podcast here: https://shows.acast.com/wine-time-with-peggy
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On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures" show with travel writer Debbie Stone, we hear about her experiences in Gettysburg, a place well known for its Civil War history. With its battlefield sites, museums, historical homes and landmarks, what many don’t realize about this charming Pennsylvania town, is that it’s also a hot spot for foodies.
Read Debbie's stories on Gettysburg:
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Immerse Yourself in History: https://tinyurl.com/5x4sfy5b
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A Dynamic Food Scene: https://tinyurl.com/569hwfkr
Travel writer Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday. Follow the podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/m6z7v6ms
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Perfect for fall, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show features Ruth Milstein who shares how to make her Homemade Pumpkin Soup that has a deicious Asian twist of flavor. See her recipe here: https://tinyurl.com/yc2kchst
Appearing on Big Blend Radio every third Sunday, Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." Keep up with her here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to her Big Blend Radio "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features food, wine, and travel writer Jo Clark who gives a fun overview of her wine tasting adventures in Yadkin Valley, North Carolina.
WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/ucJRAuQb7M4
There are 44 wineries in the Yadkin Valley, and twenty of those are in Surry County which has its own wine trail, and is the place where the Yadkin Valley AVA got its start in 2003. Read Jo's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-taste-of-yadkin-valley/
Jo Clark is a travel writer and photographer based on South Carolina’s Grand Strand. She has a thirst for knowledge, history, great food, and wine! Follow her stories here: http://haveglasswilltravel.com/
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
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From Buddha's Hands and Rambutans to Pink Pumpkins and Baby Yams, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on freaky fruit and fall produce trends for 2023. Featured guests are Robert Schueller of Melissa's produce and travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva." Read Linda's article with her suggestions, plus, check out Melissa's Lime Slime Punch Recipe, here: https://tinyurl.com/bdew2s46
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/EyJbcpWAZj8
Melissa’s specializes in bringing the world’s best farm-fresh produce to a market near you. With over 1000 items available at any given time, Melissa’s imports and distributes exotic fresh fruits, organic products, and vegetables from around the globe. More: https://www.melissas.com/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/3r9wmudu
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It's all about Fall Wine and Dessert Pairings and celebrating the end of harvest on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. Check out Peggy's pairing tips here: https://tinyurl.com/muc54na9
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/omaSAG73LqM
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona, "Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/3zynb7e6
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show features an onsite tour and tasting at the award-winning Two Trees Distilling in Asheville, North Carolina. It's all about good taste, sustainability, and flavorful fun!
Featured Guests:
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Joe Ford & Joe Ragazzo - Two Trees Distilling. More: https://www.twotreesdistilling.com/
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Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show: http://tinyurl.com/3ewrb9b4
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show features Ruth Milstein who shares how to make her Chicken Legs in White Wine and Figs Recipe. See the recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chicken-legs-in-white-wine-and-figs/
Appearing on Big Blend Radio every third Sunday, Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." Keep up with her here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to her Big Blend Radio "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features food, wine, and travel writer Stacey Wittig who discusses various New Mexico Wineries that are easily accessible from the state's main highways.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/KCNzfhus0R0
Read Stacey's article that offers a cross-country road tripper's guide to must-viist wineries in the Land of Enchantment: https://tinyurl.com/4kwzahpn
Stacey Wittig writes about food, wine and travel for Winetraveler.com, UnstoppableStaceyTravel.com and Forbes, among others. Read more at https://unstoppablestaceytravel.com
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Peggy Fiandaca and her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owners and operators of LDV Winery are celebraring 15 years of winemaking in Arizona. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast, Peggy reminisces about their start in the winemaking business and shares some of the lessons they've learned along the way, as well as their goals for the future. You can read her article about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ldv-winery-celebrates-15-years/
WATCH THSI PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/D0btlGXsPJ0
In celebration of September being National Mushroom Month, Peggy also talks about her delicious Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe. See it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggys-stuffed-mushrooms/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/3zynb7e6
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona since 1997.
Open from October-April, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition where folks gather to buy nuts and peanuts, homemade peanut brittle and peanut butter, fine chocolates and confections, snacks and candies, dried fruit and dates, and gourmet gifts including salsas, relishes, jams, syrups, preserves, olives, and more. They’re known for the homemade fudge too.
Sharing the peanut farming history in Yuma as well as peanut fun facts, The Peanut Patch offers free tours on Tuesday and Friday at 10:00 a.m. in the months of January, February.
Shop online at https://thepeanutpatch.com/
If you are a connoisseur of afternoon tea, you know how important it is to take part in high tea at the Empress Hotel in Victoria, B.C. From the lovely teacups steaming with exotic tea scents to the tiny bites of scones, desserts, and sandwiches, this is the ultimate elegant experience in the art of afternoon tea. Place your order, take a gentle sip of tea, and wait for the magic of afternoon tea at the Fairmont Empress to begin.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" who shares her high tea experience at the Empress Hotel. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/afternoon-tea-at-the-empress-hotel/
WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Md7yjSkqNgQ
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/3r9wmudu
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show features Ruth Milstein who talks about goat cheese, figs, and how to make her delicious recipe "Happy-Herb Goat Cheese Garlic Bread." See her recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/happy-herb-goat-cheese-garlic-bread/
Appearing on Big Blend Radio every third Sunday, Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." Keep up with her here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to her Big Blend Radio "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
Talking All Things Apples, this episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features Jeremy Manley, Executive Chef of Jeremy's on the Hill California Style Bistro which is located in Wynola, just a couple of miles from Julian, San Diego's popular mountain destination.
Julian is a historic gold rush town that is known for growing apples and peaches, and home to local wineries and breweries, eclectic and boutique shops, parks and outdoor recreation areas. Jeremy's on the Hill is known for serving innovative and fresh farm-to-table cuisine, locally produced wine and beer, as well as cocktails. More at https://bestrestaurantinjulian.com/
See Jeremy's "Monte de Julian" Recipe Video: https://youtu.be/fBlXUVUq-nE
This episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" who shares her tasting experience at Starbucks Reserve™ Roastery in Seattle.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/_eLVjGbVf0Y
Located in Seattle’s lively Capitol Hill neighborhood, and the original of the 6 now available to visit, this popular roastery is where guests taste the results of master roasters, mixologists, and baristas all working together to create flavorful, often unexpectedly artful expressions of coffee from rare, single-origin coffees. Read Linda's article about her experience here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/starbucks-reserve-roastery-in-seattle/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-linda-kissam
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show focuses on Arizona Wine Vacations, the upcoming Harvest Season, white wines, and wine terminology. Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Their vineyard is in the Chiricahua foothills of southeast Arizona and their tasting room is in Scottsdale. More: https://ldvwinery.com/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/4hfughIezdc
Check out Peggy's Fresh Corn Salad Recipe here: https://tinyurl.com/nhdnav8z
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/3zynb7e6
Mark your calendars for some September Festival Fun in Natchitoches, the oldest city in the state of Louisiana!
Giving us the scoop on all the even highlights from live music and poker runs to food and family entertainment, featured guests on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" show include:
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Arlene Gound - Executive Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau
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Melvin Holmes - 24th Annual Cane River Zydeco Festival & Poker Run held September 1 & 2, 2023
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Jimmy Harper - 21st Annual Meat Pie Festival held in Natchitoches, the Meat Pie Capital of Louisiana, on September 15 & 16, 2023. Info: https://www.meatpiefestival.com/
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana. Celebrating a vibrant blend of French, Spanish, African, Native American, and Creole cultures, this charming city is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area and Louisiana’s No Man’s Land. More about Natchitoches at https://natchitoches.com/
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show here: https://shows.acast.com/go-natchitoches-louisiana
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show features Ruth Milstein who shares tips on preparing food for a family picnic in the park. Read her tips here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/family-picnics-in-the-park/
Appearing on Big Blend Radio every third Sunday, Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." Keep up with her here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to her Big Blend Radio "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show is all about "Savor the San Juans," a fall celebration of food, farms and films - now in its 16th year! Slow down and enjoy farm tours and farmers markets, two film festivals, brew fests, harvest dinners, wine and spirits tastings, and so much more. Savor is a great way to ease into a slower time of year while basking in the food, spirits, music, and natural beauty of Orcas, Lopez and San Juan Islands in Washington State. Info: https://www.visitsanjuans.com/savor
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/RWvSws53CJk
Featured guest is Amy Nesler, Stewardship & Communications Manager of the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau. This show is presented in collaboration with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show focuses on Storing Wine. Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Peggy also gives an update about their vineyard in the Chiricahua foothills, and discusses the wine term "Must."
WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE:
https://youtu.be/aIcspiUuQfQ
Read Peggy's Wine Storage Tips article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/how-to-store-wine-properly/
See Peggy's Jicama Shrimp Tacos recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/jicama-shrimp-tacos/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://shows.acast.com/wine-time-with-peggy
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features Phil Mastroianni, who along with his brother Nick, owns and operates Fabrizia Spirits and Fabrizia Baking Company that specialize in producing a variety of Limoncello products including canned cocktails and cookies using lemons from their own lemon grove in Italy!
Phil takes us behind-the-scenes of their manufacturing facility, talks about their delicious and quality drinks and baked goods, and shares their family business story that started in a tiny garage many years ago. Today, they are the leading producer of Limoncello in America!
Follow the Lemons:
https://www.fabriziaspirits.com
https://www.fabrizialemonbakingcompany.com
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show features Ruth Milstein who discusses her Cool Summer Party Pleasers that include Pineapple Popsicles and Sangria. See her recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/cool-summer-party-pleasers/
Appearing on Big Blend Radio every third Sunday, Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." Keep up with her here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to her Big Blend Radio "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show focuses on Summer Barbecuing, Grilling, and Wine. Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Peggy also gives an update about their vineyard in the Chiricahua foothills, and discusses the wine term "Durif."
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/_Cu4G_AC8_U
See Peggy's article about "Barbecuing, Grilling & Smoking" along with two of her recipes, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/barbecuing-grilling-and-smoking-explained/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://shows.acast.com/wine-time-with-peggy
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
From floating bar and brewery crawls, to hiking and canoeing, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Adventures in Asheville" show focuses on what to experience this Summer in Asheville, North Carolina.
Featured guest is Cody Kelly, owner of Cedar Rock Adventures, a guided tour company that is committed to sharing the nature, majesty and adventure tucked away in the mountains of Asheville, NC. Whether you’re seeking a hiking adventure or a brewery hopping river tour with friends, their experienced guides are ready to share the beauty, nature and people that make this area so special. More: https://cedarrockadventures.com/
Guest cohosts are Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild of Asheville," the owners and innkeepers of The Lion & The Rose Bed and Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. This 1898 residence is located in a quiet residential neighborhood within walking distance to downtown Asheville and its many attractions. The Blue Ridge Parkway, PIsgah National Forest, and Biltmore Estate are just minutes away. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/
Steve and Karen appear on Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-adventures-in-asheville
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From Charenteis Melons and Giant Portabello Mushrooms to Sugar Mangos and Coconut, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on summer fruits and vegetables to enjoy anytime, but especially for barbecuing and grilling, and a look at some delicious gift baskets. Featured guests are Robert Schueller of Melissa's / World Variety Produce Inc., and travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva." Read Linda's article with her suggestions here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/summer-bbq-season-2023-is-finally-here/
WATCH THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/A7zx9sX-R94
Melissa’s specializes in bringing the world’s best farm-fresh produce to a market near you. With over 1000 items available at any given time, Melissa’s imports and distributes exotic fresh fruits, organic products, and vegetables from around the globe. More: https://www.melissas.com/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-linda-kissam
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show features Ruth Milstein who discusses Israeli Cuisine and her recipe for Couscous Salad with Tuna and Capers. Read her article and see her recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/israeli-cuisine-and-recipe/
Appearing on Big Blend Radio every third Sunday, Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." Keep up with her here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to her Big Blend Radio "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
It's all about Food and Wine Destinations on Big Blend Radio's 3rd Friday Travel Writers Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). From Switzerland to Spain, and Oregon to Washington State, get a "taste of place" with these two delicious discussions about wine tasting and eating local foods when traveling across the country or abroad.
Featured Guests:
AMANDA O'BRIEN started publishing "The Boutique Adventurer" in November 2016 after nearly 20 years working for big global companies in marketing. "The Boutique Adventurer" is for travelers 35+ years who are still keen to have adventures but like to end their travel day in a boutique hotel with a high thread count on the sheets and a nice glass of local wine.
STORY LINKS:
** https://theboutiqueadventurer.com/wineries-in-washington/
** https://theboutiqueadventurer.com/wineries-in-charlottesville-va/
** https://theboutiqueadventurer.com/rioja-wineries/
DEBBIE STONE is an established travel writer and columnist who crosses the globe in search of unique destinations and experiences to share with her audience. She’s an avid explorer who welcomes new opportunities to increase awareness and enthusiasm for places, culture, food, history, nature, outdoor adventure, wellness, and more. Her travels have taken her to nearly 100 countries and all seven continents.
STORY LINKS:
** https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/experiencing-a-french-baking-class-is-the-best-souvenir-from-paris/
** https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/all-aboard-for-chocolate-and-cheese/
** https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/take-a-bean-to-bar-journey-with-a-creo-chocolate-tour/
** https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/taste-your-way-through-the-city-of-canals-on-a-street-food-tour/
Learn more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY" Show features writer Linda Kissam and Dave and Sara Specter, owners of Bells Up Wineryin Oregon. This beloved winery makes approximately 600 cases annually. Think beautiful tasting wines composed in a classically tailored style - Pinot Noir, Rosé, Pinot Blanc, Seyval Blanc, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Read Linda's article and check out their recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/who-ever-thought-a-french-horn-could-taste-so-good/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/FZOt0eWSKBU
Visit the Bells Up Winery website here: http://bellsupwinery.com/
Known as the "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-linda-kissam
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show focuses on the difference between Old World and New World Wines. Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Hear a spring update about their vineyard in the Chiricahua foothills, and a discussion about domestic wines, and terroir.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/GE1rPe55gAA
Celebrate the Month of May Holidays & Observances like Mother's Day (May 14), National Wine Day (May 25), and Memorial Day Weekend (May 27-29) with these recipes, wine pairing articles, and crossword puzzle:
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World of Wine Crossword Puzzle: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/world-of-wine-crossword-puzzle/
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Wine Poached Chicken Breasts https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wine-poached-chicken-breasts/
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Wine & Chocolate Pairing Tips: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wine-and-chocolate-pairing-tips/
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Wine & Charcuterie Board Tips: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pairing-wine-with-charcuterie-boards/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://shows.acast.com/wine-time-with-peggy
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
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It's all about Foodie Destinations on Big Blend Radio's 3rd Friday "Travel Writers Panel Discussion" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). From Hungary to Coastal Maine, get a "taste of place" with this heartry discussion about eating local foods when traveling across the country or abroad.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/PofQ4oFuVBw
Featured Guests:
JEANINE CONSOLI is a travel writer, photographer, and foodie from Sarasota, Florida. A retired teacher, she used summers to explore destinations and journal about it all. She loves uncovering the history, culture, and flavor of each place, finding incredible places off the beaten path at home and abroad. Follow her adventures at https://jconstravels.com/
DIANE DOBRY, an educator, freelance writer and former wine importer, focused on travel writing and memoir, is a member of the International Food, Wine and Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). Memoirs and a book on Hungarian wine are in the works. See her story about her Viking River Cruise experience from Hungary, as discussed in the podcast: https://gettinghungary.com/rolling-on-the-river/
Learn more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show features Ruth Milstein who discusses edible flowers as well as her Rose Petal Jam recipe, which you can see here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/edible-flowers-and-rose-petal-jam/
Appearing on Big Blend Radio every third Sunday, Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." Keep up with her here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to her Big Blend Radio "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
In celebration of springtime and the upcoming Earth Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show focuses on Sustainability with Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Hear about how they run an environmentally-friendly winery that cares about the vineyard and its surrounding landscape, their sustainable wine making practices, springtime in the vineyards, wine pairing tips, and more.
WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/N5smdvIdBaM
See Peggy's Baked Glazed Ham Recipe (perfect for Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas gatherings) here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/baked-glazed-ham/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
From Chayote and Guava Paste to Pee Wee Medley Potatoes and Miracle Berry Cubes, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on produce and product trends for 2023 with Robert Schueller of Melissa's / World Variety Produce Inc., and travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva." Read Linda's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hot-trendy-and-new-produce-trends-2023/
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Fh0lxaTE7fA
Melissa’s specializes in bringing the world’s best farm-fresh produce to a market near you. With over 1000 items available at any given time, Melissa’s imports and distributes exotic fresh fruits, organic products, and vegetables from around the globe. More: https://www.melissas.com/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-linda-kissam
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Nestled in the heart of Oregon’s wine country, just forty miles from Portland, is the city of McMinnville. From art and wine, to aviation and space history, outdoor recreation, dining, and lodging at McMenamins Hotel Oregon, this episode of Big Blend Radio features travel writer Debbie Stone who shares her experience in this Willamette Valley destination. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mcminnvilles-charms-are-many/
Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" show features Ruth Milstein who shares how to make her Chicken & Avocado Salad, and easy, colorful, and healthy dish that's perfect for spring and summer. See her recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chicken-and-avocado-salad/
Appearing on Big Blend Radio every third Sunday, Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." Keep up with her here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
Listen to her Big Blend Radio "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://shows.acast.com/cooking-with-ruth
Instead of just offering one winery’s line of wine, the Wine Collective features a large variety of all Arizona wines. On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" shares her wine tasting experience at the Wine Collective in Scottsdale, Arizona. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/arizona-finds-the-wine-collective/
WATCH THSI PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/x56uov-x3Qk
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every 1st Saturday.
It's all about Spring Wines and Pairings on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Hear about spring wine pairings, LDV Winery's new releases and vineyard happenings, and what the term "budbreak" is all about.
WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/-VzmVX1ajBs
See Peggy's Spring Wine Tips here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spring-wine-pairing/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features Ruth Milstein, author of the award winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine," who discusses the recipe and story about Hamantaschen, a scrumptious cookie usually eaten on the Jewish holiday Purim. See her recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hamantaschen-for-purim/
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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on where to Eat, Drink & Be Merry in Beer City USA!
FEATURED GUESTS
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Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast - see: www.lion-rose.com/
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Nikki Mitchell - Highand Brewing Company - see: highlandbrewing.com/
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John Godts and Liisa Andreassen - Cottage Cooking Asheville - see: cottagecookingasheville.com/
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Mike Semenec - Dssolvr - see: dssolvr.com/
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Joe Ragazzo - Two Trees Distilling - see: www.twotreesdistilling.com/
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David Ackley & Andie Whigham - Ginger's Revenge - see: gingersrevenge.com/
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A new, invitation-only experience from Princess Cruises transports guests nightly to the Mediterranean – no matter where they’re actually sailing – engaging all of their senses with the tastes, sights, sounds, touches, and fragrances of the Mediterranean.
The fully immersive 360 is an extraordinary experience, especially for foodies and travelers. Hear all about it on this episode of Big Blend Radio featuring travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," and John Padgett, President of Princess Cruises and Chief Experience & Innovation Officer for Carnival Corporation. Read Linda's story about her 360 experience here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/princess-360-an-extraordinary-experience/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her adventures at http://allingoodtaste.info/
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Get a Taste of Louisiana's oldest city on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" show! Hear all about Mariner's Restaurant, a popular dining and special events destination that overlooks Sibley Lake in Natchitoches.
Featured guests:
- Arlene Gould, Executive Director of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau - https://natchitoches.com/
- Chef Ben & Keri Fidelak - Owners of Mariner's Restaurant - https://www.marinersrestaurant.com/
his episode's music is "Chicken & Waffles" by Johnny Mastro & Mama's Boys based in New Orleans. https://www.johnnymastro.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Blake Vanfield, Executive Director of Genuine Skagit Valley in Washington State, who gives an overview of the region's incredible agricultural roots and diverse and ecologically sustainable production. It's delicious!
The Skagit Valley has been supplying the region, state, and world with nearly every crop imaginable since the first commercial harvest of potatoes in 1853. Today, the region cultivates over 80 crops. Genuine Skagit Valley supports the growers and producers of the Skagit Valley by promoting the region's distinctive farm-raised flavors, culture, and heritage, with the aim to sustain farming for generations to come. More: https://genuineskagitvalley.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
It's all about Wine Trends to Watch in 2023 on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Along with her monthly vineyard update, she also discusses Corks, and talks about her Good Luck Cajun Black-eyed Peas recipe for the New Year.
See Peggy's Wine Trends Article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/10-wine-trends-to-watch-in-2023/
Get her Black-eyed Peas Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggys-good-luck-cajun-black-eyed-peas/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Music on this episode: "Pour the Champagne" by Jann Klose.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" show features anthropologist, herbalist, and expert forager Lisa M. Rose, who discusses her beautiful new book “Urban Foraging: Find, Gather and Cook 50 Wild Plants," that's out now through Timber Press.
In "Urban Foraging," Lisa puts a metropolitan twist on scavenging for food. From wild apple to wood sorrel, this indispensable guide profiles 50 common edible plants that can be found in the concrete jungle. Interesting recipes show how to transform a harvest into new and creative cooking ideas such as wild apple tarte tatin, honeysuckle honey, and strawberry-knotweed pie. Plus, helpful entries detail how to gather food safely with added notes on further culinary uses and proper harvesting techniques. It’s the perfect companion for sidewalk scavengers, adventurous cooks, and all those who want to bring a bit of wildness to the dinner table. More: https://burdockandrose.com/
Special thanks to fine art nature photographer Margot Carrera: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning book "Cooking with Love: Ventures Into The New Israeli Cuisine." Ruth shares cooking tips and how to make her recipe for Chicken Meatballs in a tomato sauce. It's perfect for families and holiday get-togethers. See her recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chicken-meatballs-in-tomato-sauce/
For Ruth's book and more recipes see https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
It's all about Christmas and Winter Holiday Gifts for Wine Lovers on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Along with sharing her favorite gift ideas, she also shares tips on choosing the perfect wine glasses, gives a winter vineyard update, and explains the wine term, "racking."
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Music on this episode: "The Best Part of Christmas is You" by Nicki Kris https://www.nickikris.com/
Charlie Trotter was a man whose personality was as big and boisterous as his 10-course tasting menus. Directed by first-time feature filmmaker Rebecca Halpern, LOVE, CHARLIE is an intimate examination of the chef who reimagined haute American cuisine and made Chicago the culinary capital it is today. Featuring interviews with some of the most renowned chefs and restaurateurs, including Grant Achatz, Emeril Lagasse, and Wolfgang Puck, LOVE, CHARLIE opens in theaters and will be available on VOD on Apple & Amazon on November 18, 2022,
This episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features documentary filmmaker and director Rebecca Halpern who discusses the award-winning documentary “Love, Charlie: The Rise and Fall of Chef Charlie Trotter." More at http://oakstreet.pictures and https://www.rebeccahalpern.com/
Special thanks to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), more: https://www.ifwtwa.org/
It's Thanksgiving Dinner and Winter Holiday Party Planning Time and that's what this episode of Big Blend Radio is all about.
Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show features Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Along with her Thanksgiving wine pairing suggestions and Holiday Party Planning Tips, hear about the end of harvest at the winery and what the wine term "acidity" is all about. Check out Peggy's Thanksgiving Wine Pairing Tips here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pairing-wine-with-thanksgiving-dinner/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Music on this episode: "Kick Up Your Heels" by Shelley King - https://www.shelleyking.com/
From restaurants and breweries to farmers' markets, gourmet gift shops, seasonal festivals, and agricultural attractions, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" series with the Sequoia Tourism Council is all about the vibrant farm and food scene in California's Sequoia Country.
Featured Guests:
- Donnette Silva Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce
- Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia
- Tina Rice - Exeter Chamber of Commerce
- Heathe Jones - Dinuba Chamber of Commerce
- Kristy Martin - Porterville Chamber of Commerce
Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/
Fall means harvest time in the vineyards, fall cooking, and, wine tasting adventures, and that's what this episode of Big Blend Radio is all about. Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show features Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Along with wine tasting tips on what "to do" and what "not to do. Hear an update on the vineyard's harvest, what the term "Malolactic Fermentation" means, and tips on making her Roasted Butternut Squash Soup Recipe.
Check out:
- Peggy's Wine Tasting Tips: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wine-tasting-dos-and-donts/
- Peggy's Roasted Butternut Squash Soup Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/roasted-butternut-squash-soup/
- See Peggy's Front Cover Winery Insider Success Story in Big Blend's new "Success Express" Business & Career Magazine: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/success-express-magazine-fall-winter-2022/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Music on this episode: "Wine Headed" by Johnny Mastro & Mama's Boys. More: https://www.johnnymastro.com/
How Much Sausage Can you Handle? Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines for Part 2 of this special SAUSAGE DAY show celebrating National Sausage Day and October as National Sausage Month!
Featured guests include:
- Ivan Flowers - 5-Star Chef & Culinary Instructor. See his Sausage Tips.
- Jeremy Manley - Executive Chef of Jeremy's on the Hill in Julian, CA
- Ward Heinrichs - San Diego Employment Attorney
- Peggy Fiandaca - Co-owner of LDV Winery in Arizona
- Jeff Benoit - Boudin Maker & Owner of B&O Kitchen & Grocery in Louisiana
- Glynn Burrows - Tour Guide & Owner of Norfolk Tours in England
- Melissa Rippon - Home cook from South Africa, now living in England
Special thank you to Steve Schneickert for composing and singing the Sausage Day Song!
How Much Sausage Can you Handle? Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines for this special SAUSAGE DAY show which aired live from a farm in Rougemont, North Carolina. Come celebrate National Sausage Day (Oct 1) and October as National Sausage Month!
Featured guests include:
- Steve & Karen Wilson - Innkeepers/owners of The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina
- Eva Eldridge - Travel writer, home cook, and breakfast sausage maker
- Steve Schneickert - Hollywood History Podcaster, Performer, and Composer of the Sausage Day Song!
Featured music is "My Rocket" by Johnny Mastro & The Mamas Boys!
From green chiles to pecans, and prickly pear margaritas to drinking chocolate with chili, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on the diverse and delicious food and fall flavors of New Mexico.
Featured Guests:
- Kathy Hiatt - Bottger Mansion of Old Town in Albuquerque - https://bottger.com/
- Ernesto Quintero - Casa Escondida in Chimayo - https://casaescondida.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
It's all about Creating Cheese and Charcuterie Boards and Pairing them with the Right Wines on Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" show featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Along with wine pairing tips, hear an update on the vineyard and upcoming harvest, and what the term "Crush" means. Check out Peggy's Tips for Pairing Wine with Charcuterie Boards: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pairing-wine-with-charcuterie-boards/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more and see the playlist here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/p...
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Music on this episode: "La Ville de Saulieu" by Wally Lawder. More: https://wallylawder.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show focuses on the farm, garden, and foodie scene in Skagit Valley, Washington. Featured guests include Big Blend writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," Blake Vanfield - Director of Genuine Skagit Valley, and Linda Versage - Blanchard Mountain Farm. Read Linda's article on her Skagit Valley Farm Stay experience here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/twelve-recommendations-for-a-fun-farm-stay-in-skagit-valley-washington/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her adventures at http://allingoodtaste.info/
As Ruth Milstein says, "Good cookware is worth the investment!". From stainless steel to copper pots, on this episode of Big Blend Radio, Ruth discusses the best and worst cookware for your kitchen. Read her list of cookware tips here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/best-and-worst-cookware/
Ruth Milstein is the author of the Gourmand award-winning cookbook, "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." More at https://www.ruthmilstein.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features a Blind Whiskey Tasting Experience with Bobby DeMars, founder of Blind Barrels, a blind whiskey tasting subscription, plus, Chris and Angela Smith who own Clouds Rest Acres Farm in Connecticut.
Blind Barrels is about expanding a subscriber’s horizons beyond the brands they know and can get at any liquor store. It’s about smaller distilleries, where the farmer that distills his grain is often the one bottling his or her precious juice. Every quarter Blind Barrels subscribers are treated to 4 unique and hard-to-find 50 ml samples of American whiskey. More: https://blindbarrels.com/
More about Clouds Rest Acres Farm: https://cloudsrestacres.com/
This Big Blend Radio "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writers Cori Solomon and Mary Farah who share their wine, food and travel adventures in Central California and Northern Arizona.
Cori focuses on the wine tasting experience in San Luis Obispo and Arroyo Grande region of California's Central Coast. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hang-your-wine-glass-in-san-luis-obispo-and-arroyo-grande/
Mary shares three fabulous foodie experiences in Flagstaff, Northern Arizona. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/three-foodie-stops-in-flagstaff-arizona/
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show shines the spotlight on Iris Vineyards who is known for producing quality, consciously crafted wines from some of the best vineyards in Oregon.
Featured guests include Big Blend writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," Iris Vineyards winemaker Aaron Liberman, and wine media specialist Carl Giavanti. Read Linda's article about Iris Vineyards here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/iris-vineyards-sip-and-savor-consciously-crafted-wines-from-oregon/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her adventures at http://allingoodtaste.info/
Grilling and Barbecue Season is on with this fourth episode of our new Big Blend Radio "Wine Time with Peggy" series featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Plus, hear an update on the vineyard, and what the term "Tannins" means. Check out Peggy's recipe for Spicy Grilled Pineapple over Vanilla Bean Ice Cream here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spicy-grilled-pineapple-over-vanilla-bean-ice-cream/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more and see the playlist here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggy-fiandaca-ldv-winery/
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Music on this episode: "Rock Gardens, Swimming Pools and Barbeques" from the album "The Perfume of Creosote: Desert Exotica 1"
From farm-to-table fare, fry bread, and tacos, to green chiles, blue cornmeal pancakes, and global fusion cuisine, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show focuses on the diverse and delicious food and flavors of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Featured Guests: - Steve Hiatt - Bottger Mansion of Old Town https://bottger.com/
- Darlene Capshaw - Red Horse Bed & Breakfast https://www.redhorsebnb.com/
Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Blake Vanfield, Executive Director of Genuine Skagit Valley in Washington State. The Skagit Valley has been supplying the region, state, and world with nearly every crop imaginable since the first commercial harvest of potatoes in 1853. Today, the region cultivates over 80 crops. Genuine Skagit Valley supports the growers and producers of the Skagit Valley by promoting the region's distinctive farm-raised flavors, culture, and heritage, with the aim to sustain farming for generations to come. More: https://genuineskagitvalley.com/
For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features Pratik Rijal and Nishchal Banskota, co-founders of Nepal Tea Collective.
Nepal Tea Collective is a public benefit corporation that distributes fresh teas, organically grown and packed at origin in Nepal, throughout the United States and worldwide. Teas are from four different small-holder farms in Nepal. Nepal Tea Collective aims to bridge the gap between tea farmers and customers by moving past the middlemen and working directly with producers. Nepal Tea Collective makes the tea farm to table supply chain traceable and transparent. Each package is labeled with a QR code that can be scanned for info about where, how and when the tea was produced. More: https://nepalteacollective.com/
It's all about Le Nez du Vin (Aromatherapy for Wine Lovers) on this third episode of our new Big Blend Radio "Wine Time with Peggy" series featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Plus, hear an update on the vineyard, and what the term "Wine Taint" means. Check out Peggy's recipe for Wine Poached Chicken Breasts: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wine-poached-chicken-breasts/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more and see the playlist here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggy-fiandaca-ldv-winery/
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features writer Linda Kissam, and cookbook authors Carrie Bonfitto - "What to Eat: Why to Eat it," and Jessica Formicola - "Beef It Up!: 50 Mouthwatering Recipes for Ground Beef, Steaks, Stews, Roasts, Ribs, and More." Read Linda's review of their cookbooks and see recipes from the books, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/two-great-cookbooks-beef-it-up-and-what-to-eat-why-to-eat-it/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her adventures at http://allingoodtaste.info/
It's all about Summer Wines, Summer Wine Pairings and Summer Recipes on this second episode of our new Big Blend Radio "Wine Time with Peggy" series featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Check out Peggy's Wine and Salad Pairing Tips plus Grilled Rack of Lamb recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/summer-wine-salad-pairings-and-lamb-recipe/
Featured music on the show is "Summer Wine" by Shelley King https://www.shelleyking.com/
Wine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Learn more and see the playlist here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggy-fiandaca-ldv-winery/
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Recorded onsite, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Marie Coleman, owner of Church Street Cafe in historic Old Town Albuquerque, New Mexico. Hear the fascinating and inspiring story of how Marie started this popular restaurant that's known for serving delicious and authentic New Mexico cuisine, and for being housed within the historic Casa de Ruiz "House of Ruiz" which was built during the founding of Albuquerque, sometime after 1706. This makes Casa de Ruiz the oldest residence in Albuquerque and one of the oldest structures in the state of New Mexico. More: https://www.churchstreetcafe.com/
Cask & Kettle produces well-crafted hard coffee and cider cocktails in a pod which offers an easy way to prepare and serve a complete hot cocktail. Everyone’s tastes are covered with cozy flavors like Irish Coffee, Mint Patty, Hot Blonde, or Mexican Coffee and Spiked Cider.
Cask & Kettle started thanks to a joke made at an afternoon office meeting in Michigan when co-founders Lucinda Wright and Pete Borozan were in an all-team budget meeting. The group was asked if they would like some coffee and Lucinda quipped only if it included alcohol. That got the creative juices percolating and before long they created a prototype that led to the birth of the company that is now elevating coffee with a variety of spirits for any occasion.
On this episode, Lucinda Wright talks about Cask & Kettle's hot cocktails and what it's like to be a woman in leadership in the beverage industry. More at https://caskandkettleusa.com/
This interview was part of Big Blend Radio's Happy Hour Show, which aired live on May 20, 2022 from Bend, Oregon.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel Show," travel writer, tour guide, and author Amy Bizzarri chats about her new book "Iconic Hollywood: Dishes, Drinks & Desserts."
Los Angeles is a city where film mingles with food. From healthful salads to sweet treats inspired by California's agricultural bounty, the innovative fare mirrors the rise from a sleepy, western outpost to celluloid dream, where food has always played an award-winning role.
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Welcome to the first episode of our new Big Blend Radio "Wine Time with Peggy" series featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. This new series will air every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET.
From transforming cities to nurturing grapes, serendipity describes the LDV Winery evolution. As professional community and strategic planners, LDV owners Peggy Fiandaca and Curt Dunham made a career assisting clients in creating successful plans. A strong game plan is vital in any industry, but more importantly, success results from responding to possibilities. That life journey of possibilities is what led Fiandaca and Dunham to develop a vineyard in southeastern Arizona that is now producing distinctive, hand-crafted wines. Read Peggy's Success Insider Q&A here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wine-success-insider-peggy-fiandaca-ldv-winery/
Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/
Focusing on Cooking and Consciousness, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Shelley Whizin, founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ (SDI), established to study and teach the art and science of Being Human. Shelley is also the author of “The Healing Journal”, “The Story of the Magical Baby Grand Piano”, and “What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life”.
More:
https://www.shelleywhizin.com/
https://www.whatdoyoubringtothetablebook.com/
Leading market trends indicate that what consumers want in 2022 is, “… food that’s good on their taste buds, good for their health, and good for the planet.” This episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on produce and product trends for 2022 with Robert Schueller of Melissa's / World Variety Produce Inc., and travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva." Read Linda's article and check out the Melissa's produce recipe for Hasselback Dutch Yellow® Potatoes, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/produce-trends-and-new-products-for-2022/
Melissa’s specializes in bringing the world’s best farm-fresh produce to a market near you. With over 1000 items available at any given time, Melissa’s imports and distributes exotic fresh fruits, organic products, and vegetables from around the globe. More: https://www.melissas.com/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Eat, Drink & Be Merry Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" and Jane Richards, who along with her sister Claire Davies, owns Eight at the Gate Winery in South Australia. Eight at the Gate vineyards are located on the famous Limestone Coast, specifically the Wrattonbully area. This is home to some of the most sought after grapes in the world. Think rich red soils, ocean breezes and luminous sun. It also supports many large and boutique wineries, with Cab, Char and Shiraz being the most successfully produced grapes. Read Linda's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/eight-at-the-gate-australian-wines/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every 1st Saturday.
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" and Perry Rea, co-founder of Queen Creek Olive Mill, Arizona's first olive mill and farm. While they produce a boutique hand-crafted extra virgin olive oil using 9 varieties of olives, their passion is creating a great experience for their guests. The gourmet marketplace is a treasure of local foods, unique gifts and farm-casual dining. Stroll the olive grove, tour the mill and relax with a glass of wine in hand under an olive tree.
Read Linda's story about her visit and check our Perry's recipe for Spaghetti all’Aglio, Olio e Peperoncino: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/arizona-finds-queen-creek-olive-mill/
Recorded live on Big Blend Radio's Champagne Sunday Anniversary Party, this interview features 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor Ivan Flowers, plus special guest musician James Saunders. Chef Ivan Flowers shares tips on cooking octopus and how to make his recipe for Rosemary Glazed Pan Roasted Filet Mignon. See his recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/rosemary-glazed-pan-roasted-filet-mignon/
From meat pies and Creole cuisine to daiquiris and craft brews, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show focuses on where to "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" In Natchitoches, Louisiana. Featured guests are Arlene Gould and Kelli West of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau. Natchitoches (pronounced Nack-a-tish) is the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase Territory and is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area. More at https://natchitoches.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" and Sharon Koger, owner of Esso Coffeehouse & Roastery in Phoenix, Arizona. See Linda's article about her experience at Esso, plus Sharon's Tiramisu Latte recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/arizona-finds-esso-coffeehouse-and-roastery/
Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every 1st Saturday. Stay tuned at https://blendradioandtv.com/big-blend-radio-shows/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features Leah "Mama" Gizzi and John Storch, owners of Mama Gizzi Pasta in Lake Worth, Florida.
Pasta is Amore! In operation since 2007, Mama Gizzi's Pasta is known for offering the finest pasta and tastiest Italian meals and desserts to many of Palm Beach County’s finest restaurants and homes. Mama Gizzi's superior, hand-crafted pasta is made with only the finest ingredients. Home of the "No Drama Mama" Dinner Kit, Mama Gizzi is also a wholesale food supplier for restaurants and ccuntry clubs, as well as a catering business preparing everything from dessert platters to full meals for family events, office parties, and holiday happenings large and small. Learn more at http://www.mamagizzipasta.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," and Peggy Fiandaca, co-owner of LDV Winery in Arizona. The family-owned estate winery and vineyards are located up in the Chiricahua Mountain Foothills in Southeastern Arizona which is considered part of the Sky Island Mountain range.
The winery produces 3,000 cases of wine annually and LDV wines are vegan, gluten-free, and sustainably grown. The winery's tasting room is in Scottsdale. Read Linda's article about her LDV Winery tasting experience including pairing tips, and Peggy's Spicy Thai Noodles recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ldv-winery-elegant-wines-for-any-celebration/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" and Constance Savage, General Manager & COO of L’Ecole N° 41 Winery.
Founded in 1983, L’Ecole N° 41 is a third-generation, family-owned artisan winery located in the historic Frenchtown School in Walla Walla, Washington. The third oldest winery in the Walla Walla Valley, this award-winning winery has become one of the most prominent and visible wineries in the region, with national and international distribution. Read Linda's review and tasting notes with pairing tips and recipes: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/lecole-wines-scores-big-in-incredible-value-and-taste/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona. Open from October-April, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition where folks gather to buy nuts and peanuts, homemade peanut brittle and peanut butter, fine chocolates and confections, snacks and candies, dried fruit and dates, and gourmet gifts including salsas, relishes, jams, syrups, preserves, olives, and more. They’re known for the homemade fudge too. Shop online at https://thepeanutpatch.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features Sena Wheeler of Sena Sea Wild Alaskan Fish and travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva."
Sena Sea is an online source for wild-caught and sustainable Alaskan fish, including Copper River king salmon, Copper River sockeye salmon, Halibut, Sablefish, and King Crab. Sena Sea offers individual fillets, bundles, meal kits, and the finest salmon shipped directly from Alaska. Browse and select with confidence. Fresh, never-farmed fish, and a commitment to ocean stewardship as they partner with ethical farms, fisheries, and producers around the world. Think delicious, high-quality sustainable food. Read Linda's full review of Sena Sea, and check out Sena's family recipe for Soy Sauce & Ginger Black Cod: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/sena-sea-wild-alaskan-fish/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Eat, Drink & Be Merry show features travel writer Debbie Stone who talks about her adventures in Woodinville, Washington. There are over 130 wineries and tasting rooms that make their home in this idyllic locale and the number is expected to grow exponentially over the next few years. Though wine plays a dominant role in Woodinville, beer and spirits are also represented at several local breweries and distilleries. Along with other special episodes, travel writer Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/sip-and-stay-in-woodinville-wine-country/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show focuses on Kentucky's Bourbon Country with Karl Raitz, author and professor emeritus of geography at the University of Kentucky. Karl is the coeditor of “The Great Valley Road of Virginia”, coauthor of “Rock Fences of the Bluegrass,” and author of “Making Bourbon: A Geographical History of Distilling in Nineteenth-Century Kentucky.” His latest book is “Bourbon’s Backroads: A Journey through Kentucky’s Distilling Landscape,” published by The University Press of Kentucky. More: https://www.kentuckypress.com/
Love Cork Screw is the wine and lifestyle brand you bring to a game night with friends, the brand you introduce to board members at an annual gala, and the brand you experience for the first time at a couples paint & sip event. This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features Love Cork Screw Founder Chrishon Lampley, a négociant and wine enthusiast doing good by leveraging her platform to mentor young women and budding entrepreneurs. More: https://www.lovecorkscrew.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features innkeeper Tiffany Bertram, who along with her husband Bob, owns and manages Tiffany's Bed & Breakfast in Bismarck, Arkansas. Hear about the B&B, and how to make her Green Chile Egg Bake and Coconut Banana Bread. You see her recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/breakfast-at-tiffanys/
Tiffany’s Bed and Breakfast is a lovely log-cabin style bed and breakfast, beautifully situated in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains, just 14 miles from Hot Springs, and 5 miles from DeGray Lake. All rooms feature luxury bedding, private baths (2 with jetted tubs), and home cooked breakfasts. Tiffany’s sits on 62 acres of woodlands and is a National Wildlife Federation “Certified Wildlife Habitat”. There are walking trails to explore, an outdoor firepit, gardens, and a full-length front porch that provides an excellent bird watching vantage point. Learn more, see photos, and hear our first Big Blend Radio chat with Bob & Tiffany here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/tiffanys-bed-breakfast/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat Drink & Be Merry" Show, travel writer Debbie Stone shares her adventures on Show Me Seattle’s Taste Pike Place Market Food Tour. Pike Place Market has the distinction of being the longest, continuously operating farmer’s market in the U.S. It is a nine-acre historic site that is its own special community right in the city’s hub. Most visitors, and even some locals, don’t realize that this place is more than a public market. It’s an actual neighborhood comprised of hundreds of farmers, craftspeople, small businesses, and residents. Read Debbie's story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/experience-pike-place-market-one-taste-at-a-time/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," and Chef Candy Lesher, who provide an overview of Les Dames d’ Escoffier International (LDEI), an international organization of women leaders who provide leadership, educational opportunities, and philanthropic events for the larger Phoenix community. It is the only organization of its kind: a world society of professional women of high achievement in the fields of food, fine beverage and hospitality. Its purpose is to provide a system for communication and networking among its members. More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/les-dames-d-escoffier-international-ldei-phoenix-arizona/
Recorded on-site, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Ruth Andrus who shares how to make her delicious scone recipe. Ruth and her husband Ken are the innkeepers of Leonard at Logan House Bed and Breakfast located in the historic Heritage Hill neighborhood in Grand Rapids, Michigan. See Ruth's scone recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ruths-scones/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show, world traveler and writer Debbie Stone talks about her wine tasting, culinary, art, and outdoor adventures in Rogue Valley. This vibrant Southern Oregon locale has it all. It’s a mecca for outdoor recreationists, nirvana for wine enthusiasts, paradise for foodies, and a magnet for arts aficionados. See her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/eat-drink-play-in-the-rogue-valley/
Get a Taste of England on this episode of Big Blend Radio with Glynn Burrows, family history expert and owner of Norfolk Tours in England. Along with talking about the various British delicacies one can enjoy when visiting England, we also talk about local farming, and the authentic experience and importance of frequenting local establishments, no matter where one lives or travels to. Read Glynn's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-taste-of-england/
BIG BLEND RADIO HOST UPDATE: After this conversation was recorded, it has come out that Subway does indeed have real Tuna in its sandwiches.
Recorded onsite, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Eat, Drink & Be Merry show features John Calvin, owner of the world-class and award-winning Casa Rondeña Winery in the North Valley of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Casa Rondeña Winery was lovingly established in late 1995 as a family undertaking, with the first plantings in 1990 at the hands of vintner John Calvin. The Tasting Room opened in August 1997 and a winery building, with a commemorative Tricentennial bell tower, was completed in the autumn of 2004. In 2008, a new barrel aging and storage facility, including the Founder's Rotunda, was built in order to expand production capability of the winery and hold special events for winery members and special guests. The Tasting Room and winery is open to the public daily. More: https://www.casarondena.com/
Recorded onsite at The River Steakhouse at Eagle Mountain Casino in California's Sequoia Country, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features Ador Cardenas and Chef Manuel "Patrick" Carbajal. Hear about the casino's dining and gaming options, concerts, and upcoming expansion and relocation within the Porterville community.
Known locally as "The People's Casino," Eagle Mountain Casino is a full-service casino that's owned and operated by the Tule River Tribe. It features over 1200 slot machines, 10 table games, four award winning dining options, concerts, The Summit Club and more. Eagle Mountain Casino always supports the local community and is a short drive from cities and towns within Tulare and Kern Counties. More: https://www.eaglemtncasino.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning book, “Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine.” Ruth shares how to make her recipe, Spicy Chickpea-Rice Burgers with BBQ Sauce. See the recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spicy-chickpea-rice-burgers-with-bbq-sauce/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Nandita Godbole, author of the book, “Seven Pots of Tea: An Ayurvedic Approach to Sips & Nosh,” and writer Linda Kissam “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva.”
“Seven Pots of Tea” is the first cookbook of its kind allowing readers to explore Ayurveda through tea by way of dozens of simple recipes for the contemporary kitchen. It’s a thoughtful approach to “taking tea”. There’s a bit of history, holistic wisdom, and health goals found in this book. It’s presented in an easy, approachable format with lots of wonderful photos to guide the way. Read Linda’s review and see a sample recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/seven-pots-of-tea-an-ayurvedic-approach-to-sips-and-nosh/
Featured music on this episode is “Lotus Blossom” by Michael and Spider.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel/wine writer Cori Solomon discusses Arizona wines and wineries including Callaghan Vineyards, Aridus Wine Company, Caduceus Cellars & Merkin Vineyards, Chateau Tumbleweed, Dos Cabezas WineWorks, Garage-East, and LDV Winery. Read Cori's Arizona Wine article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/discover-arizona-wine/
Featured music is "Summer Wine" by Shelley King
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Shelley Whizin shares how to make her recipe ‘Mike’s Mighty Mediterranean Chopped Salad’ that’s featured in her latest book, “What Do You Bring to the Table? A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life”. See the recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mikes-mighty-mediterranean-chopped-salad/
Shelley is the founder and CEO of the Soul Diving Institute™ (SDI), established to study and teach the art and science of Being Human. She’s also the author of “The Healing Journal” and “The Story of the Magical Baby Grand Piano”.
Featured music on this episode is “Supergroove” the title track of the latest album by Andy Watts, known as Israel’s Ambassador of The Blues.
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona. Open from October-April, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition where folks gather to buy nuts and peanuts, homemade peanut brittle and peanut butter, fine chocolates and confections, snacks and candies, dried fruit and dates, and gourmet gifts including salsas, relishes, jams, syrups, preserves, olives, and more. They’re known for the homemade fudge too. Shop online at https://thepeanutpatch.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, filmmaker Christo Brock discusses his new craft beer documentary, BREWMANCE.
The American Craft Beer movement began with a group of restless homebrewers searching for something genuine and flavorful. Today it’s evolved into a redefinition of beer and an international cultural phenomenon. That uniquely American spirit of rebellion and innovation survives in two groups of homebrewers from Long Beach, California who are looking to open their own breweries and bring their beers to the world. These include a Christian father-son team who grew close over making beer and a retired rock star looking for the “quiet" existence of a brewery owner. With the insight and commentary of legendary brewers Ken Grossman (Sierra Nevada), Fritz Maytag (Anchor Brewing), Charlie Papazian, Vinnie Cilurzo (Russian River), Sam Calagione (Dogfish Head), Jim Koch (Boston Brewing) and others, BREWMANCE reveals the soul of craft beer in the heart of America. More: https://www.brewmancemovie.com/
Featured music on this episode is “Oceanfront Walk” by Johnny Mastro & Mama’s Boys.
Ivan Flowers, 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor, joins Big Blend Radio's Spring Brunch Party to share how to make his Spiced Strawberry Bruschetta. See the recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spiced-strawberry-bruschetta/
This episode of Big Blend Radio was recorded onsite at The Rosevine Inn in Tyler, Texas "The Rose Capital of America." Innkeeper Rebecca Powell shares how to make her Cinnamon Muffins, Baking Powder Biscuits, and Frittata. See her recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/breakfast-recipes-from-the-rosevine-inn/
Big Blend Radio spotlight on Whidbey & Camano Islands in Washington with Sherrye Wyatt - Whidbey & Camano Islands Tourism, Greg "Elvis" Martinez - Holmes Harbor Cellars, and Jennifer Short - Camano Island Honey at Sanctuary Farms.
Featured music is "Azwan" by guitarist Pierre Bensusan.
Links:
https://whidbeycamanoislands.com/
https://camanoislandhoney.com/
https://holmesharborcellars.com
This episode of Big Blend Radio features travel and food writer Linda Kissam “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva,” and Shelley Whizin, author of "What Do You Bring to the Table: A Savory, Sensory and Inspirational Guide to Living a Yummy Delicious Life.” Read Linda's article about the book, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/what-do-you-bring-to-the-table/
As Founder of the Soul Diving Institute, Shelley guides you how to build awareness that what you bring to the table of life is always more important than what you get from it. Using brief Happy Mindful Meditations before cooking is a way to re-acquaint and connect with an Essence of yours, a mini "Soul Diving" which you then carry over to your food preparation. The energy of that Essence is key, since you are your own CEO (Chief Energy Officer).
Featured music is “Diva Bossa Nova” by guitarist Micha Schellhaas. More: http://michamusic.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Friday Food Wine & Travel Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association, Priscilla Willis shares her cultural culinary experiences in Santa Fe, New Mexico; St. Augustine, Florida; and the Delta region of Arkansas. Specializing in culinary travel and light adventure to burn those calories, Priscilla is a freelance writer and the creative behind https://shescookin.com/
Featured music on this episode is “Ham & Eggs” from the album “Evangeline” by Blind Lemon Pledge.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Ivan Flowers, 5-star chef and culinary instructor, shares how to make his oven-roasted barbecue chicken recipe. See recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/oven-roasted-barbecue-chicken/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Penny Sadler, a travel and wine writer, and publisher of AdventurersofaCarryOn.com, talks about her wine adventures around the world from picking grapes in Barolo and exploring the Grand Cru vineyards of Alsace. Featured music is "Wine Headed" by Johnny Mastro & Mama's Boys.
Follow Penny's adventures at https://www.adventuresofacarryon.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features travel, food, and wine writer writer Chris Cutler who discusses five Italian foods that you won’t find in Italy. Read her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/five-italian-foods-you-wont-find-in-italy/
Music is "Fresh Squeezed" by Johnny Mastro & Mama's Boys
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel writer Linda Kissam “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva”, explores the world of craft wines with special guests: Carole Lawson - CEO/Founder of the Craft Wine Association, William & Jennifer Layton - Owners of Layton's Chance Vineyard & Winery in Maryland, and Bill Schinkle - owner of Tranquil Heart Vineyard & Winery in Southern California. Read Linda's "Craft Wine" article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/craft-wine-adventures/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Ruth Milstein shares how to make nhere recipe for Sweet Orange Coconut Glazed Chicken. Ruth is the author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book "Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine." See her recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/sweet-orange-coconut-glazed-chicken/
Featured music is "Date Nut Porridge" by the Walk A-Bout Band.
This episode of Big Blend Radio was recorded onsite at Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards in Pittsburg, Texas with Perry and Diane Wilson, plus innkeeper Memori Reusing of Walker Manor Bed & Breakfast in nearby Gladewater. https://lospinosranchvineyards.com/
Unless you live in Texas, you may not have had the pleasure of sampling wines that are made in the Lone Star State. Texas ranks 5th in U.S. wine production, with over 400 bricks and mortar wineries, placing it behind only California, Washington, Oregon, and New York. While the largest winery density is in the Texas Hill Country, there are actually wineries across the state, including many outside of eight designated American Viticultural Areas (AVAs).
As part of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Friday Food Wine & Travel Festival with the International Food Wine & Travel Association (IFWTWA), Shelly Wilfong, wine writer and host of the “This Is Texas Wine” Podcast, gives and overview of Texas wines and wine tasting experience. Read Shelly's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/cheers-yall-getting-to-know-texas-wine/
Featured music is “Texas Zydeco” by Shelley King.
Juneau, Alaska stands on one of the largest wilderness areas in the United States. The largest US capital city by area, Juneau is a destination known for wildlife, fishing, glaciers, shopping, restaurants and artistic flare.
As part of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Friday Food Wine & Travel Festival with the International Food Wine & Travel Association (IFWTWA), Midgi Moore – CCTP, owner of Juneau Food Tours, talks about her culinary tours and brand new Taste Alaska! Box Subscriptions that offer an array of delicacies from the Last Frontier delivered right to your door. https://www.juneaufoodtours.com/
Featured music is “Oh Alaska” by Robbie Boyd.
This episode of Big Blend Radio was recorded on-site at Courtyard Winery in the heart of Lake Erie Wine Country, right on Route 20 in the historic town of North East, PA. The winery specializes in small lot, hand-crafted award-winning wines. Featured guests on this wine tasting episode include Courtyard Winery winemakers/owners Randy & Laura Graham, along with Spencer House B&B innkeepers/owners Steve & Lisa Freysz. More: http://www.courtyardwinery.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lynn Goebel of Graystone Winery. Located on the Palisade Fruit and Wine Byway in the heart of Colorado’s Wine Country, Graystone is a small boutique winery that specializes in ruby red and white Ports. Founded in 2001 and producing quality, double-gold award-winning dessert Ports, Graystone is the only Porthouse in Colorado. https://graystonewines.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio was recorded on-site with Phil and Sue Patton, owners of Peachfork Orchards and Vineyards in Palisade, Colorado. They are part of the Palisade Fruit and Wine Byway, in the heart of Colorado's Wine Country, and specialize in raising high-quality fresh fruit and estate wines. More: http://www.peachfork.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio was recorded onsite during a wine tasting with Juliann Adams, co-owner of Vines 79 Wine Barn on the Palisade Fruit and Wine Byway in the heart of Colorado's Wine Country. This award-winning winery's tasting room is located within a 100 year old peach packing barn. The original peach orchard was recorded as “Section 79 of the Vinelands. Hence the perfect name for their winery, Wine from Vines of Section 79 of the Vinelands - Vines 79 Wine Barn. https://www.vines79.com/
John Barbier, owner of Maison La Belle Vie Winery & Amy’s Courtyard, a destination on the Fruit & Wine Byway in Palisade, the heart of Colorado’s Wine Country. https://maisonlabellevie.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, filmmaker Elizabeth Carroll discusses her documentary "Diana Kennedy - Nothing Fancy" that features extensive interviews with Diana Kennedy and famed chefs José Andrés, Rick Bayless, Gabriela Camara and Alice Waters. Diana Kennedy provides an intimate look at the leading expert on Mexican cuisine. The author of nine acclaimed cookbooks and a two-time James Beard Award winner, Diana is called the “Julia Child of Mexico”, but the feisty cook prefers “The Mick Jagger of Mexican Cuisine”. More: https://www.dianakennedymovie.com/
Featured music on this episode is "Mexican Sunrises" from the album "Connexion" by guitarist Peppino D’Agostino - . More: http://www.peppinodagostino.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Chef Ivan Flowers shares how to make his recipe for Grilled Pacific Swordfish with a White Vinegar, Citrus, and Butter Glaze. See recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/grilled-pacific-swordfish-with-white-vinegar-citrus-butter-glaze/
Featured music is "Da Da Da" by The Madisons. https://www.madisonsmusic.com/
Todd and Susan Montgomery discuss the re-opening of Temecula Valley Wine Country in Southern California. Todd and Sue are a husband-wife writing/photography team who love documenting their travels and experiences with upbeat articles and vibrant photos. Follow their adventures on http://life-uncorked.com/
Thanks to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association for sponsoring this segment. https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Brandon and Laura Black discuss their winery Mesa Park Vineyards in beautiful Palisade, Colorado that’s known for producing award-winning estate grown reds include Family Reserve Red, Barn Owl Red, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as Chardonnay, Riesling, Rosé and Finz Dessert Wine. The winery also has a private AirBnB guest suite, a perfect place for your weekend getaway to Colorado's Wine Country! More: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/mesa-park-vineyards/
This episode of Big Blend Radio's Happy Hour Show features Brandon Hunt, Founder of Bourbon Charity, a unique non-profit based out of Chandler, Arizona that combines charity with bourbon to #DrinkforaChange. Hear about their brand new “Private Barrel” Online Fundraiser to generate funds for the struggling hospitality industry in light of the COVI-19 pandemic, as well as their annual Father's Day Fundraiser, and more. Visit https://bourboncharity.org/
Featured music is "One Shot at a Time" from the new album "Kick Up Your Heels" by Shelley King, hear here interview here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/shelley-king-kick-up-your-heels/
Demarie Winery is on the Roero side of the Tanaro River in Italy. The vineyards are on both sides of the river in 14 different locations producing some of the best wines of the Piedmont. Since its founding in 1957, three generations have kept up this winery by cultivating 74 special acres that yield exemplary examples of the region’s unique terroir. The Demarie Giovanni family calls the region and the village of Vezza d’Alba home. This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Eat, Drink & Be Merry Show features Paolo Demarie and writer Linda Kissam “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva.” Featured music is “Diva Bossa Nova” by guitarist Micha Schellhaas.
Read Linda’s story: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/demarie-wines-taste-italian-typicity/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Eat, Drink & Be Merry Show, 5-Star Chef and Culinary Educator Ivan Flowers shares cooking tips and how to make his delicious spring asparagus salad recipe. See recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spring-asparagus-salad/
Features music is “Freshly Squeezed” By Johnny Mastro & Mama’s Boys. https://johnnymastro.com/
Thanks to PortoVino, creators of stylish wine tote bags, purses and backpacks, for sponsoring this episode. https://porto-vino.com/
Ruth Milstein shares how to make her Chicken Roulade recipe. Serving 6 and perfect for spring holiday celebrations, this dish features a tender, juicy, baked chicken roll with a delicately enticing spinach-pine nut filling. Ruth is the author of the Gourmand award-winning book “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine,” which is now in its second printing. See her recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chicken-roulade-with-spinach/
Featured music is “Pour the Champagne” from the album “In Tandem” by Jann Klose. https://jannklose.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Marisa Hammerbeck, Co-founder of PortoVino, chats about Big Blend’s special “PortoVino-with-a-View” map story series on the Love Your Parks Tour, and the new Big Blend Community Collaborative Challenge to share 2020 Find Your Nature Connection View Experiences in 20 months. Just as exercise and recreation are critical to good health, so is taking time to breathe deep and relax to reduce daily stress, and improve blood pressure. So why not do it out in nature to get some fresh air and vitamin D, and to enjoy a beautiful view.
See Map: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/portovino-with-a-view-across-america/
Join the Challenge: https://big-blend-magazines.mn.co/groups/1638040
PortoVino creates stylish tote bags and backpacks that discreetly hold and pour 1.5L of your favorite beverage from a removable, easy to use BPA-free party pouch. See: https://porto-vino.com/
Featured music is “One Maui Sunset” by the Tall Men Group. More: https://tallmengroup.weebly.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio features Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona. Hear about peanut and Medjool date farming history in Yuma, the various gourmet gifts available at The Peanut Patch as well as their popular tours. More: https://thepeanutpatch.com/
On this episode Donna also sends hosts Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith on a special Farm Stories Across America map story project to document and share farm related stories that range from farm-to-table restaurants to historic farm equipment displays, farmers markets, and agricultural events. See Map: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/farm-stories-across-america/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Eat, Drink and Be Merry show focuses on the quality estate wines produced at Kenefick Ranch in Napa Valley, California. Featured guests include founder Dr Tom Kenefick and writer Linda Kissam “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva.” Read Linda's article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/taste-zero-compromise-kenefick-ranch-wines/
Featured music is “California Days” by Josh Pfeiffer. https://joshpfeiffer.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Eat, Drink & Be Merry Show, 5-Star Chef and Culinary Educator Ivan Flowers talks about teaching kids nutrition and how to cook, and shares how to make his kid-friendly recipe Spicy Veggie Pizza-Dilla. Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spicy-veggie-pizza-dilla/
Featured music is “Ketchup Spaghetti” from the album “After Hours” by James Byfield. More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/james-byfield-after-hours/
Thanks to show sponsor The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona. www.ThePeanutPatch.com
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Ruth Milstein shares how to make her recipe for Lasagna Style Meat Pie. Ruth is the Gourmand award-winning author of "Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine." See her recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/lasagna-meat-pie/
Featured music is "Lights Out" from the album "After Hours" by James Byfield - see: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/james-byfield-after-hours/
When a vineyard is in sync with its environment, wines of great complexity and appeal are possible. Mt. Beautiful wines from New Zealand are a product of just that scenario. This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Eat, Drink & Be Merry show features Robert Watkins - CEO, and writer Linda Kissam “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva.” More at: https://www.mtbeautiful.com/
Featured music is "High on the Mountain" by Shelley King - https://www.shelleyking.com/
On this episode of Blend Radio’s Eat Drink & Be Merry show, five-star chef and culinary instructor Ivan Flowers shares tips on cooking turkey and how to make his California Mac & Cheese recipe. See his recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/california-mac-and-cheese/
Featured music is “La Ville de Saulieu” by Wally Lawder - https://www.wallylawder.com/
Thanks to San Benito Bene, a locally inspired gourmet gift shop in downtown Hollister, California, for sponsoring this episode. More: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/san-benito-bene/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Rick Galligan discusses the Thunderbird Bar & Grill located upstairs overlooking the historic Santa Fe Plaza, as well as it’s contemporary Southwestern cuisine, popular margaritas and expansive tequila selection. See: http://www.thunderbirdsantafe.com/
Featured music is and “Chase, Dance, Laugh” by guitarist Domingo DeGrazia.
Nick Peña, owner of Food Tour New Mexico, discusses their progressive walking food tours through the heart of historic downtown Santa Fe that provide a peek into the city’s diverse culture and hidden delectable gems. More at: https://www.foodtournewmexico.com/
Featured music is “Terra Bella” by guitarist Jim Stubblefield - http://www.jimstubblefield.com/
Big Blend Radio’s Eat Drink & Be Merry show. On this episode, Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book “Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine” shares how to make Chicken Legs in White Wine with Figs. This quick and preeminent dish of chicken legs bathed in wine, mushrooms and herbs, is wrapped in fresh figs. The chicken absorbs the wine and figs during the slow cooking for the wonderful flavors of the rich sauce.
See Ruth's recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chicken-legs-in-white-wine-and-figs/
For more of Ruth's Recipes, see http://www.ruthmilstein.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Eat, Drink & Be Merry show, 5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers shares how to make his Stuffed Butternut Squash recipe. Perfect for fall, as an appetizer or main meal, this recipe can stay as a vegetarian dish or be made vegan if you eliminate the cheese or replace it with a vegan cheese. See Ivan's recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/stuffed-butternut-squash/
Thanks to The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona for sponsoring this episode. http://thepeanutpatch.com/
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Eat Drink & Be Merry Show showcases Rock Town Distillery in Little Rock, Arkansas. This interview was recorded on-location as part of Big Blend’s Love Your Parks Tour, and features Rock Town Distillery owner Phil Brandon. Distillers of artisan quality hand crafted spirits, Rock Town Distillery is the first legal distillery in Arkansas since prohibition. Visitors can partake in tours, craft cocktails, beer and wine. More at https://www.rocktowndistillery.com/
On this episode of Big Blend Radio, award-winning freelance writer and photographer Cori Solomon discusses the history of Missouri wine, and shares her wine tasting experiences on the Hermann Trail, in St. Genevieve and in Augusta. See her story, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/show-me-missouri-wine/
Featured music is "Wine Headed" by Johnny Mastor & Mama's Boys - https://www.johnnymastro.com/
Thanks to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association for sponsoring this episode. https://www.ifwtwa.org/
Marisa Hammerbeck, co-owner of PortoVino, shares her recent PortoVino-with-a-View adventures in Crete and Cycladic Greek Islands. More at https://porto-vino.com/
Travel writer Hilarie Larson discusses Whidbey Island's agricultural heritage including a bounty of wine, cider and spirits, plus, the freshest, most inspired and downright tasty cuisine you can imagine. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-many-flavors-of-whidbey-island/
Featured music is "Fresh Squeezed CoolAid" by https://www.johnnymastro.com/
Sarah H. Elliston, author of “Lessons from a Difficult Person: How To Deal With People Like Us,” shares advice on how to handle difficult diners. Read her article here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/three-ways-to-deal-with-difficult-diners/
Featured music is "Adobe Cafe" by Wally Lawder.
Marisa Hammerbeck, co-founder of PortoVino, chats with Big Blend Radio about her world travels and stylish PortoVino tote bags and backpacks that discreetly hold and pour 1.5L of your favorite beverage from a removable, easy to use BPA-free party pouch. Hear about the special “PortoVino-with-a-View” Mission Possible story series assignment Marisa and her husband Gunnar sent Nancy and Lisa on as part of their Love Your Parks Tour. More at porto-vino.com/
Featured music is "Traveler" by the Walk-A-Bout Band.
Travel, food and wine writer Diane Dobry discusses the history of Hungarian food and drink, as well as the country’s diverse gastronomical choices and destinations. See her article, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-taste-of-hungary/
Featured music is “Summer Wine” by www.ShelleyKing.com.
Thanks to www.IFWTWA.org for sponsoring this episode.
Travel, food and wine writer Priscilla Willis talks with Big Blend Radio about her recent visit to Willamette Valley Wine Country in Oregon. Priscilla is the writer and creative behind www.ShesCookin.com where she has been creating compelling content since 2010.
Featured music is "Willamette Fog" by guitarist www.JonDurant.rocks
Ivan Flowers, 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor, shares how to make his sweet and spicy glazed crispy salmon recipe. See recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/sweet-and-spicy-salmon/
Featured music is "Fish Fever" by www.JamesSaundersMusician.com
Show sponsored by the International Food Wine Travel Writers Association - www.IFWTWA.org
Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine” shares her recipe for Spinach-Chicken Salad with Apples and Nectarine. Featured music is "Nectarine" by Makana.
See Ruth's recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spinach-chicken-salad-with-apples-nectarine/
Donna George talks about The Peanut Patch, a popular agricultural, gift and culinary destination in Yuma, Arizona. She also sends the Big Blend Love Your Parks Tour on a Farm Story series assignment. More at www.ThePeanutPatch.com and www.LoveYourParksTour.com
Gunnar and Marisa Hammerbeck, the husband-wife creative team behind Porto-Vino talk about their stylish PortoVino tote bags and backpacks that discreetly hold and pour 1.5L of your favorite beverage (equivalent to 2 bottles of wine) from a removable, easy to use BPA-free party pouch. Hear about their world travels, and how they support Feed My Starving Children, an organization dedicated to feeding children all over the world. www.Porto-Vino.com
Featured music is "Summer Wine" by www.ShelleyKing.com
Thanks to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (www.IFWTWA.org) for sponsoring this segment.
A Big Blend Radio discussion about the recipes and stories in the Historical League’s book, “Tastes & Treasures II: A Storytelling Cookbook of Historic Arizona,” with editors and writers Ruth McLeod, Cathy Shumard and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger, and Mike Lutes of historic Lutes Casino in Yuma, Arizona. See: www.HistoricalLeague.org
Featured music is 'Adobe Cafe' by www.WallyLawder.com
Thanks to the show sponsor, www.CoronadoMotorHotel.com
5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers shares how to make Ricotta Gnocchi alla Checca. See his recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ricotta-gnocchi-alla-checca/
Featured music is “La Ville de Saulieu” by www.WallyLawder.com
Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine,” shares how to make Stuffed Mushrooms. See her recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/stuffed-mushrooms/
Featured music is "Holy Water" by www.AllisonAugust.com
Chef Jeremy Manley shares how to make his Versatile Vegan Meatloaf Recipe that can be made into Burgers, Meatballs, and more. Known as 'San Diego's Sustainable Chef', Chef Jeremy is the owner of Jeremy’s on the Hill California Bistro, in Julian, California. See his vegan meatloaf recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/versatile-vegan-meatloaf/
Ruth Milstein, author of “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine” shares tips on Family Picnics and sends Big Blend editors / radio hosts / travelers Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith on a special Love your Parks Tour Story Mission.
See her picnic tips: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/family-picnics-in-the-park/
Tualatin Valley's wineries and tasting rooms include a fun mix of suburban wineries located on downtown main streets, as well as rural wineries located on the slopes of mountains.
Featured guests on this episode of Big Blend Radio include travel writer Linda Kissam ‘Food, Wine & Shopping Diva’, artist and winemaker Andrew Beckham of Beckham Estate Vineyard, and Sylke Neal-Finnegan of Washington County Visitors Association. Read Linda's story: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/oregons-tualatin-valley-wine-region/
Featured music is ‘Holy Water’ by www.AllisonAugust.com
Celebrate Happy Hour vegan-style with wildlife conservation expert Adam M. Roberts “The Compassionate Conservationist,” and John Schlimm, author of ‘The Tipsy Vegan’, ‘Grilling Vegan Style’, ‘The Cheesy Vegan’ and ‘Moonshine.” www.JohnSchlimm.com
See John's vegan party recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/viva-la-vegan-happy-hour-party-recipes/
Featured music is "Nectarine" by www.MakanaMusic.com
Thank you to our show sponsor fine art nature photographer Margot Carrera and www.CarreraFineArt.com
Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning cookbook “Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine,” chats about her recent trip to Israel and shares two of her recipes for the Chanukah holiday. See her recipes: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/healthy-chanukah-recipes/
Featured music is ‘I’ve Got You Under My Skin’ by Noa Levy - www.NoaLevyLive.com
Chef Jeremy Manley shares how to make his Chicken Satay recipe. Known as ’San Diego’s Sustainable Chef’ Jeremy is the executive chef and owner of Jeremy’s on the Hill California Style Bistro in Julian, San Diego’s mountain destination. See his recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chicken-satay-with-peanut-sauce/
Featured music is 'Lotus Blossom' by MichaelandSpider.com
Big Blend Radio's Happy Hour show celebrates the Willamette Valley Wine Country in Oregon, known for producing elegant Pinot Noirs, crisp Chardonnays, and striking Rieslings!
Featured Guests include:
- Big Blend travel writer Linda Kissam ‘Food, Wine & Shopping Diva’ (pictured)
- Morgen McLaughlin - Executive Director of the Willamette Valley Wineries
- Taylor Pfaff - CEO of Left Coast Estate in Rickreall, Oregon (pictured).
See Linda's Willamette Valley Wine story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/tasting-willamette-valley-wine-country/
Featured music is “Willamette Fog” from the album “Parting Is” by guitarist www.JonDurant.com
Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning cookbook “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine,’ shares her recipe for Chicken Casserole with Root Vegetables. See recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chicken-casserole-in-root-vegetables/
Featured music is 'Social Call' from the album 'Take Two' by www.NoaLevyLive.com
This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Eat, Drink & Be Merry Happy Hour show raises a glass to the 2nd Annual Pacific Wine & Food Classic held this past summer in Newport Beach, California.
Featured guests include: Travel writer Lorena Lopez - Founder of TravelingSoulo.com, Patrick Merrell - Co-founder of We Believe Wines, and Linda Johnsen - Owner/Executive Chef of Filomena's Italian Kitchen & Market in Costa Mesa.
See IFWTWA travel writer Mary Farah’s article, along with photos by Tom Plant, Roger Paige and Lorena Lopez, covering the Pacific Wine & Food Classic, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/2nd-annual-pacific-wine-and-food-classic/
Featured music is Ocean Front Walk by Johnny Mastro & Mama’s Boys - www.JohnnyMastro.com
This episode is sponsored by the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), www.IFWTWA.org
Holly T. Hansen, Founder of Family History Expos, discusses Family History and Traditions from the Kitchen, along with Dutch Oven Cooking and her Apple Cider Chicken Recipe. See her recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/family-traditions-in-the-kitchen-apple-cider-chicken/
Featured music is "Ham & Eggs" from the Evangeline album by www.BlindLemon-Pledge.com
Author Tanya Steel is a global food industry leader in every aspect. She initiated the Healthy Lunchtime Challenge & annual Kids' "State Dinner” at the White House with First Lady Michelle Obama. She is the former editorial director of Clean Plates, Epicurious.com, Gourmet Live, and Gourmet.com, was an editor at Bon Appétit and Food & Wine, and wrote for the New York Times for four years. On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Tanya discusses her new book, "National Geographic Kids: Food Fight!: A Mouthwatering History of Who Ate What and Why Through the Ages." www.KidFoodFight.com
Featured music is "I Made Fire" by the Tall Men Group - www.TallMenGroup.weebly.com
Terri Bailey discusses the 130-year homesteading history of the Bailey family and Bailey's Palomar Resort up on Palomar Mountain in San Diego, California and shares the "More Hours In My Day Soup" recipe by Hodgie Bailey (c.1920) Daughter of Theo and Mary Bailey. See the Soup Recipe Here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/more-hours-in-my-day-soup/
Featured music is "Recipe" from the album "Return of the Goya - Part 1" by www.SamLlanas.com
Along with other cooking tips, 5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers shares how to make Guajillo Roasted Chicken and talks about the 2nd Annual Battle of the Burgers in Temecula, California. See his recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/guajillo-roasted-chicken/
Featured music is 'Te Quiere Mucho' from the 'Please Remember Me' album available at DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun - www.DeGrazia.org
Award-winning author John Schlimm discusses his new full-color hardcover release, “MOONSHINE: A Celebration of America's Original Rebel Spirit” published by Citadel Press. Moonshine has as colorful a history as it does monikers and Schlimm serves up its sordid and remarkable past paired with 100 carefully crafted moonshine infusions and cocktail recipes, adding fuel and flavor to the burgeoning moonshine revival happening right now in distilleries and bars across the country. www.JohnSchlimm.com
Featured music is 'Tennessee Whiskey' by Shelley King - www.ShelleyKing.com.
This episode is sponsored by the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association - www.IFWTWA.org
What does decanting do? Can’t I just take the cork out of the bottle? Why does a wine want to ‘breath’? What kind of decanter should I get? How do I use it? Sommelier Hilarie Larson shares tips on decanting wine. A regular contributor for Big Blend Radio and Big Blend Magazines, Hilarie is a wine educator, and co-owner of Northwinds Wine Consulting - www.NorthwindsWineConsulting.com
Chef Jeremy Manley "San Diego's Sustainable Chef" who shares how to make his Braised Short Ribs Poutine Recipe, that features French fries covered in a rib gravy and cheese curds. Jeremy is the executive chef and owner of Jeremy’s on the Hill California Style Bistro, located in Julian, San Diego’s mountain destination. See his Jeremy's Recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/braised-short-ribs-poutine/
Music featured is "Tough Cookie" from the Red Omen album by Ed Roman. www.EdRoman.net
5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers shares how to make Zinfandel Steakhouse Mushrooms that are delicious served with your favorite steak. A long-time Big Blend expert and radio guest sharing recipes and cooking advice, Chef Ivan Flowers likes to keep food simple and fresh! Though his food is influenced from countries around the world, he combines a love for French and Italian cuisine with a passion for Mediterranean – what he likes to call “global fusion”. See his recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/zinfandel-steakhouse-mushrooms/
Featured music is “Recipe” from the new Sam Llanas’s new album “Return to the Goya - Part 1”. www.SamLlanas.com
Israeli cuisine comprises of local dishes by people native to Israel and dishes brought to Israel by Jews from the Diaspora. On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Eat, Drink & Be Merry Show, Ruth Milstein joins hosts Nancy J. Reid & Lisa D. Smith, publishers of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine, to discuss Israeli Cuisine. Ruth is the author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book, “Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cusine.” Along with a discussion about some of the original foods that are native to Israeli society, Ruth also shares how to make Couscous Salad with Tuna and Capers. See Ruth's recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/israeli-cuisine-and-recipe/
Featured music is “An Olive Branch” from the “Alluvia” album by Evren Ozan. www.OzanMusic.com
Known as San Diego’s Sustainable Chef, Chef Jeremy Manley, is back on Big Blend Radio to share how to make his Mango Jalapeno Jam recipe - perfect sauce for summer BBQ dishes, white fish and even turkey. Jeremy is the executive chef and owner of Jeremy’s on the Hill California Style Bistro in Julian, San Diego’s mountain destination. See his recipe here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mango-jalapeno-jam/
Featured music on this episode is "California Days" by Josh Pfeiffer.
5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers joins Big Blend Radio show share how to make his Flat Iron Steak with Asian Marinade. See his recipe here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/grilled-flat-iron-steak-with-asian-marinade/
Music on this segment is "I Made Fire" by the Tall Men Group.
Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book ‘Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine’ chats with Big Blend Radio about growing and cooking with fresh herbs, and shares her recipe for Penne Pasta with Herbs & Parmesan Cheese. See her recipe here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/penne-pasta-with-herbs-and-parmesan-cheese/
Music featured on this episode is "Sally Go 'Round the Roses" by Everett Coast.
Big Blend Radio World of Wine Show focusing on the history of wine, vegan wines, and wine temperature. Featured Guests:
- Journalist Kevin Begos discusses his new book “Tasting the Past: The Science of Flavor & the Search for the Origins of Wine”. www.KevinBegos.com
- Frances Gonzalez, founder of www.VeganWines.com talks about the world of vegan wines.
- Sommelier Hilarie Larson, co-founder of Northwinds Wine Consulting shares her tips on Wine Temperatures. www.NorthwindsWineConsulting.com
Featured Music includes: ‘Holy Water’ by Allison August “Summer Wine” by Shelley King, and “Wine Headed” by Johnny Mastro and Mama's Boys.
Thank you to this episode’s sponsors:
- International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association a global network of journalists who cover the hospitality and lifestyle fields, and the people who promote them. www.IFWTWA.org
- Jeremy's on the Hill serving farm-to-table food and local beers and wines, up in San Diego, California’s mountain and back-country region. www.JeremysontheHill.com
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Happy Hour Show, international best-selling author Mark Forsyth, discusses his new book, “A SHORT HISTORY OF DRUNKENNESS: How, Why, Where, and When Humankind Has Gotten Merry from the Stone Age to the Present.” More: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mark-forsyth-a-short-history-of-drunkenness/
Other Happy Hour highlights include:
- How to make a Hangar Martini with mixologist Heather Witherington from the historic Yuma Landing Bar & Grill, the site where the first airplane landed in Arizona!
- The Craven Raven Cocktail Contest - how to enter and the list of prizes! See: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/craven-raven-cocktail-contest/
- Music by the Craven Raven Band in Florida, and Johnny Mastro & Mama’s Boys in New Orleans!
Thank you to our show sponsor, the Springfield Tourism Commission, who invites you to come visit Central Kentucky “The Land of Bourbon, Horses & History!” www.VisitSpringfieldKY.com
Chef Jeremy Manley "San Diego's Sustainable Chef" shares how to make his Flourless Chocolate Cake recipe. Drizzled with chocolate sauce and served with Grand Marnier Chantilly Cream, this decadent and gluten-free delight is a favorite at his restaurant Jeremy’s on the Hill California Style Bistro, located in Julian, California. See his recipe here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/flourless-chocolate-cake/
Music featured is "Summer Wine" by Shelley King - www.ShelleyKing.com
5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers talks picnic parties and recipes, including how to make a killer Seafood Salad Sandwich with Dungeness Crab! See his recipe here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/seafood-salad-sandwich/
Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book, ‘Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine,' shares tips on planning a picnic party and how to make her Broccoli Quinoa Muffins. See the recipe, here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/broccoli-quinoa-muffins/
From serving to storing, Sommelier Hilarie Larson shares tips on wine temperatures. Hilarie is a regular Big Blend Radio guest expert, a travel/wine writer, and co-owner of Northwinds Wine Consulting. See her articles, here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hilarie-larson/
From their nutritional benefits to their growing cycles, Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona, shares fun facts about peanuts! See her recipes, here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/donna-george/
Jeremy Manley "San Diego's Sustainable Chef" shares how to make his world famous Garlic Herb Fries! Jeremy is the executive chef and owner of Jeremy’s on the Hill California Style Bistro in Julian, San Diego’s mountain destination. See his recipe, here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/garlic-herb-fries/
Left-over Wine? Is there such a thing? From storing to cooking, Hilarie Larson shares tips on what to do with left-over wine. Hilarie is a Sommelier and wine educator, the co-owner of Northwinds Wine Consulting, and one of Big Blend’s expert food, wine and travel writers and radio contributors. Learn more at www.NorthwindsWineConsulting.com
From the main protein to the buns, garnishes and accountrements, 5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers shares his cooking tips and secrets to building the ultimate burger, including beef, portobello, chicken and veggie burgers. He also shares how to make his Mushroom Provolone Burger recipe, which is available on BlendRadioandTV.com, here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mushroom-provolone-burger/
From foodie festivals and farmers markets to restaurants and breweries, this Big Blend Radio discussion focuses culinary experiences and agricultural communities of Central California’s Sequoia Country with our friends from the Sequoia Tourism Council including Donnette Silva Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce, Sandy Blankenship - Exeter Chamber of Commerce, and Suzanne Bianco - Visalia Convention & Visitors Bureau. www.DiscovertheSequoias.com
Chef Jeremy Manley “San Diego’s Sustainable Chef”, executive chef and owner of Jeremy’s on the Hill California Style Bistro, in Julian, shares how to make his Chambord Crème Brûlée recipe. See his recipe here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chambord-creme-brulee/
Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book, “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into The New Israeli Cuisine”, share her brunch tips and recipe for Cheese Stuffed Mini Rolls. See here recipe here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/cheese-stuffed-mini-rolls/
Leah Launey, innkeeper of Three Rivers Bed & Breakfast in Three Rivers, California, talks about seafood and how to make her crab au gratin recipe. See here recipe here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/crab-au-gratin/
5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers talks seafood and shares how to make West Coast Lobster Rolls. See his recipe here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/west-coast-lobster-rolls/
From Champagne and Prosecco to Cremant, Sekt and Cava, Hilarie Larson discusses the world of sparkling wines, and the regions they are produced. Hilarie is a wine educator, sommelier, travel and wine writer, and co-owner of Northwinds Wine Consulting. Read Hilarie's Sparkling Wines article here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/drinking-the-stars-a-short-guide-to-sparkling-wines/
Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Isreali Cuisine,” shares her cooking tips for soups and stews and her Pumpkin Soup recipe.
Max Rivest, Co-Founder & CEO of Wize Monkey, talks about their award-winning Coffee Leaf Tea. With an amazingly smooth and lightly sweet taste, Wize Monkey is a healthy and delicious drink that offers a subtle caffeine effect similar to green tea. It’s eco-friendly and a socially conscious company too! www.WizeMonkey.com
Phyllis Hinz and Lamont Mackay 'The Cooking Ladies' talk about their RV travel lifestyle, share Grilling Tips, and discuss their 10th cookbook, “On the Road with The Cooking Ladies, Let’s Get Grilling”! Phyllis and Lamont are both proud members of the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). See their Grilling tops here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/grilling-tips-from-the-cooking-ladies/
5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers shares turkey tips for Thanksgiving as well as his Steam Roasted Broccoli recipe, the perfect side dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas. See Chef Ivan's Steam Roasted Broccoli Recipe Here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/steam-roasted-broccoli/
A delicious side dish for Thanksgiving or any fall or Holiday meal, Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book, “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine", discusses her Baked Pumpkin recipe. See her recipe here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/baked-pumpkin-in-herbs/
Heather Witherington, mixologist at the Yuma Landing Bar & Grill in Yuma, Arizona; shares her Halloween Cocktail tips and recipes for Witches Brew, Candy Corn Shooters, Zombie Blood Martinis, and Jack O' Lantern Cocktails. See the recipes here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/halloween-cocktail-party/
Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book ‘Cooking with Love: Ventures Into The New Israeli Cuisine’, talks about healthy side dishes for Thanksgiving and Holiday Dinners, including Sweet Stuffing and Homemade Cranberry Sauce. See Ruth's Recipes Here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ruth-howard-milstein/
Going beyond the day-after turkey sandwich, Chef Jeremy Manley shares his Turkey Stock and Turkey Chowder recipes that are just perfect for using up the turkey leftovers (even the bones) from Thanksgiving and other holiday dinners. Known as "San Diego's Sustainable Chef", Chef Manley is the executive chef and owner of Jeremy’s on the Hill California Style Bistro in Julian, California. See his Turkey leftover recipes here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/recipes-for-turkey-leftovers/
From coffeehouses in Vienna to the Styrian fried chicken in Graz, and Salzburg's award-winning restaurants, travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her culinary adventures in historic and beautiful Austria. See Debbie's Big Blend articles here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/deborah-stone-travel-destinations/
From champagne to white, red and rose wines, Hilarie Larson shares tips on choosing wine glasses. Hilarie is Sommelier and wine educator, the co-owner of Northwinds Wine Consulting and one of Big Blend’s expert food, wine and travel writers and radio contributors. www.NorthwindsWineConsulting.com
5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers shares his recipe and cooking tips for making homemade Baked Sweet Potato Fries. See more of his recipes here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chef-ivan-flowers/
Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona, talks about this popular foodie destination known for its culinary and holiday gifts, and free tours. www.ThePeanutPatch.com
Hilarie Larson discusses the three main philosophies of winegrowing: Sustainable Viticulture, Organic Viticulture and Biodynamic Viticulture. A Big Blend expert contributor, Hilarie is a wine educator, sommelier, travel and wine writer, and co-owner of Northwinds Wine Consulting in Southern California. See her stories: http://blendradioandtv.com/index.php/listing/hilarie-larson/
5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers shares his pizza making tips and Margherita French Bread Pizza Recipe! See his recipes in Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine, here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chef-ivan-flowers/
Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book, ‘Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine’, shares her tips on making homemade sherbet, as well as her strawberry sherbet recipe. See Ruth's recipes in Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine, here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ruth-howard-milstein/
Leah Launey, innkeeper of Three Rivers Bed & Breakfast in California’s Sequoia Country, shares how to make her Japanese Style Curry recipe. See her recipes in Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/leah-launey/
5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers explains how to cook Oven Roasted Back Ribs, and talks about the importance of learning technique in cooking, and making your own foods and condiments instead of purchasing packaged and processed foods that are loaded with additives. See Chef Ivan's recipes here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chef-ivan-flowers/
Spotlight on Central Kentucky’s Bourbon Heritage and the Kentucky Bourbon Trail with Stephanie McMillin - Executive Director of the Springfield Tourism Commission, and Nicolas Laracuente, M.A. - Director of Jack Jouett Archaeology Project and publisher of BourbonArchaeology.com
Howard & Ruth Milstein share tips on summer salads and wine pairings, including Ruth’s Chicken & Avocado Salad Recipe. Howard is a wine expert, and Ruth is the author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book “Cooking With Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine.” See Ruth's recipes here: http://blendradioandtv.com/index.php/listing/ruth-howard-milstein/
Perfect for summer grilling, 5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers explains how to make Elote, Mexican-style Corn on the Cob, and shares other cooking tips! See his recipes here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chef-ivan-flowers/
Hilarie Larson is a wine educator, sommelier, travel and wine writer, and co-owner of Northwinds Wine Consulting in Southern California. Listen to her Big Blend Radio interview where she shares the dos and don'ts ‘Five ‘S’s' of Wine Tasting! Read Hilarie's Big Blend Radio articles here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hilarie-larson/
5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers shares his tips and recipe for Grilled Oyster Rockefeller, and also provides advice on choosing seafood. See his recipes: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chef-ivan-flowers/
Hear about the unique First Fish Native American Dinner in Albany, Oregon with: Matt Bennett - Chef/Owner of Sybaris Bistro in historic downtown Albany; Jimmie Lucht - Executive Director of Albany Visitors Association; travel writer Linda Kissam – President of the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association. See Chef Bennett's recipes here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/first-fish-native-dinner-albany-or/
Travel / wine writer Hilarie Larson talks about Chateauneuf-du-Pape, France. It may be one of the most famous wine regions in the world, but nothing can prepare you for the tranquil beauty, fabulous food and superb wines that await. And there’s chocolate. Read Hilarie's article here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-magic-of-chateauneuf-du-pape/
Howard & Ruth Milstein share tips on grilling fruit, and wine pairings. Howard is a wine expert, and Ruth is the author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book “Cooking With Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine.” See Ruth's Grilled Fruit Recipe here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/grilled-fruits/
Leah Launey, innkeeper of Three Rivers Bed & Breakfast in California’s Sequoia Country, shares her blackberry cobbler recipe and baking tips. See her recipe here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/three-rivers-bb-blackberry-cobbler/
Kathina Szeto, discusses the 4th annual San Benito Olive Festival held October 14, 2017 at the San Benito Historical Park in Tres Pinos, California. Taste award-winning olive oils, artisanal foods, fine chocolates, world-class wines and craft beers. Enjoy live music, cooking demonstrations, family friendly activities, and more. www.SanBenitoOliveFestival.com.
Kathina Szeto, owner of San Benito Bene in historic downtown Hollister, California, discusses her locally inspired gift shop, that features award-winning olive oils, gourmet chocolates, beautiful jewelry, luxurious bath & body care products and much more. www.SanBenitoBene.com
Big Blend Radio Happy Hour discussion focusing on the Farm-To-Table Movement, and wine tasting and dining experience in San Benito County, CA Featured guests include: Juli Vieira – President & CEO of San Benito County Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau, Chef Mike Fisher - Fisher's Restaurant & Catering in downtown Hollister, Dick & Bonnie Swank – Owners of Swank Farms. www.DiscoverSanBenitoCounty.com
Howard and Ruth Milstein discuss Edible Flowers and Wine, and How to Make Rose Petal Jam. A husband-wife expert team, Howard is a wine expert, and Ruth is the author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book “Cooking for Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine”. See Ruth's Rose Petal Jam Recipe here http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/edible-flowers-and-rose-petal-jam/
Five-Star Chef Ivan Flowers shares how to make Pistou, that's chock-full of fresh basil, and features a tasty blend of extra virgin olive oil, garlic, spinach, lemon juice, plus, jalapeno and sweet chili. See the recipe here> http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pistou/
Five-Star Chef Ivan Flowers talks with Big Blend Radio about the importance of reading labels for the amount of sodium, salt and preservatives put into foods, and chats about making your own BBQ Sauce, such as his Whiskey BBQ Sauce. See Chef Ivan's Recipes Here> http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chef-ivan-flowers/
Travel and wine writer Hilarie Larson, co-owner of Northwinds Wine Consulting, discusses the history and wine tasting experience of Temecula Valley in Southern California. See Hilarie's Big Blend articles and interviews here> http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/hilarie-larson/
Cori Solomon, travel writer and photographer at WrittenPalette.com, and member of the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association, discusses her wine tasting experience in Idaho’s Snake River Valley AVA.
Crispy, chewy, pan fired, boiled, vegetarian, floating in soup, prepared as a dessert or sizzling on a hot cast iron skillet…the most authentic dumplings in North America can be found in Richmond, B.C. Listen to travel writer Linda Kissam ‘Food, Wine & Shopping Diva’, talk with Big Blend Radio about her experience on The Dumpling Trail.
Big Blend Radio discussion on How to Choose Fruits, Veggies & Wine, with husband-wife food and wine expert team, Howard and Ruth Milstein. Howard is the wine expert and Ruth is the author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book ‘Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine.’ See their recipes, tips and interviews here> http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ruth-howard-milstein/
Renowned Belgian bestselling culinary author, former international model, and accomplished ceramic artist Pascale Naessens brings her passion for health and cooking with romantic flair to her first U.S. book, ‘Pure & Simple: A Natural Food Way Of Life’. Hear her Big Blend Radio interview on creating conscious eating habits that provide freedom from carbohydrate addiction, and boost happiness! www.PurePascale.com
5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers shares how to make his Vegan Gluten Free Stuffed Cabbage recipe, that’s chock full of spring veggies and utilizes in-season green cabbage. See Chef Ivan Flowers' recipes here> http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chef-ivan-flowers/
Travel writer Linda Kissam ‘Food, Wine & Shopping Diva’ shares her wine tasting and farm-to-table dining experiences on a recent 2-day 'Beyond The Beach' getaway in Oceanside, Southern California, the Gateway to San Diego. See Linda's Big Blend Magazine articles and radio interviews here> http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/linda-kissam/
Mixologist Tyler Johnston talks about this signature cocktail at Yuma Landing Bar & Grill served in honor of Yuma, Arizona’s incredible aviation history, including the restaurant being at the site where the very first airplane landing in the state. Learn about Yuma Landing’s aviation history and get more cocktail recipes at www.YumaLanding.com.
Perfect for Cinco de Mayo, Memorial Day and Labor Day parties, this cool margarita recipe is from Jay Dini, co-owner of Dini’s Lucky Club Restaurant & Casino in Yerintgon, Nevada. Established in 1933, Dini’s Lucky Club is the oldest family owned casino in the state! See www.DinisLuckyClub.com.
Howard & Ruth Milstein, author of the award winning recipe book 'Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine', discuss the recipe and story about Hamantaschen, a scrumptious cookie usually eaten on the Jewish holiday Purim. See their recipes and wine pairing tips here> http://blendradioandtv.com/index.php/listing/ruth-howard-milstein/
Pastry Chef Mary Kropelnicki, owner of The Bakery Gallery in Yerington, Nevada, shares her Scone baking tips and recipe. See her recipes> http://blendradioandtv.com/index.php/listing/pastry-chef-mary-kropelnicki/
What's in Your Picnic Basket? Where's Your Picnic Party Location? And Who is on the Guest List? Part 1 of Big Blend Radio's Special Picnic Party with: Hollywood Historian Steve Schneickert; Spontuneous Rob Ridgeway; Yvonne Peach - Coronado Motor Hotel in Yuma AZ; Terri Bailey - Bailey's Palomar Resort on Palomar Mountain CA. www.BlendRadioandTV.com
What's in Your Picnic Basket? Where's Your Picnic Party Location? And Who is on the Guest List? Part 2 of Big Blend Radio's Special Picnic Party with: Hollywood Historian Steve Schneickert; Spontuneous Rob Ridgeway; Christy Wood - Wood N Horse Training Stables; Juli Vieira - San Benito County Chamber of Commerce; artist Victoria Chick; and Bobbi DePorter - SuperCamp. www.BlendRadioandTV.com
Co-owner of Northwinds Wine Consulting in Southern California, Hilarie Larson is a wine educator, sommelier and wine writer. Her certifications and accolades include: CSW - Certified Specialist of Wine, FWS - French Wine Scholar, Certificate from the Court of Master Sommelier, CIVP Certified Provence Instructor, BIVB Ambassador of the Wines of Bourgogne, 2013 Emerging Writer Scholarship Award, International Food, Wine and Travel Writers Association. Read her articles here> http://blendradioandtv.com/index.php/listing/hilarie-larson/
Chef Jeremy Manley shares his Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe and talks about his favorite spring picnic spots. Known as “San Diego’s Sustainable Chef”, Jeremy Manley is the executive chef and owner of Jeremy’s on the Hill California Style Bistro in Julian, San Diego’s historic mountain destination. See his recipes> http://blendradioandtv.com/index.php/listing/chef-jeremy-manley/
Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book ‘Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine,’ shares tips on cooking soups and stews, and Howard Milstein shares wine pairing tips. www.RuthMilstein.com
5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers shares tips on cooking and preparing beets, and making spring salads such as his Spring Beet Salad. For more of Chef Ivan Flowers' recipes and tips, see> http://blendradioandtv.com/index.php/listing/chef-ivan-flowers/
Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book ‘Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine,’ explains how to make her gluten-free poppy seed chocolate brownies, and her husband Howard Milstein, shares wine pairing advice. www.RuthMilstein.com
Hear about the menu and dining experience at the landmark AAA 4-diamond restaurant in La Jolla, Southern California with: Maitre Cuisinier de France Bernard Guillas - Executive chef of the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, the Shores Restaurant at the La Jolla Shores Hotel, and The Marine Room; plus, writer Susan Montgomery - Editor of www.Life-Uncorked.com, and a Director of the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (www.IFWTWA.org). www.MarineRoom.com & www.ChefBernard.com
Tyler Johnston and Heather Witherington, mixologists at Yuma Landing Bar & Grill in Yuma, Arizona, talk holiday cocktails including their Candy Cane Martini and Redneck Christmas Cocktail. See their recipes in Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine> http://en.calameo.com/read/0039965665934825f02a7?page=25
Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona, talks about their tours, along with peanuts, fudge, chocolate, candy and culinary gifts and treats! Visit www.ThePeanutPatch.com.
Big Blend Radio interview with Pastry Chef Mary Kropelnicki, who has been in the baking industry for over 35 years and owns The Bakery Gallery, a popular destination for the locals and area visitors, and for those traveling between Reno and Las Vegas, Nevada. From the decadent cakes and pies, to the mouth-watering cookies, cupcakes, and Danish pastries, everything is made-from-scratch and is absolutely delicious! www.TheBakeryGallery.com
Big Blend Radio interview with Heather Witherington, mixologist of Yuma Landing Bar & Grill in Yuma, Arizona. Heather shares how to make her Yuma Criminals Cool-Aid Cocktail, named in honor of the local high school football team. See the recipe here> www.yumalanding.com/criminal.htm
Mary Kropelnicki, pastry chef and owner of The Bakery Gallery in Yerington, Nevada, shares tips on baking brownies. If you love brownies, you are going to absolutely love Mary's easy-to-make brownie recipe that's in Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine. See> http://en.calameo.com/read/0039965667a5758ccfaf0?page=50
Husband-wife food-and-wine expert team Howard & Ruth Milstein, author of "Cooking With Love: Ventures into a New Israeli Cuisine," share tips on choosing quality seafood, and what wines to pair with it. www.RuthMilstein.com.
Chef Jeremy Manley ‘San Diego’s Sustainable Chef’ shares his tips on oven-roasting fingerling potatoes. Chef Manley is the executive chef and owner of Jeremy’s on the Hill California Style Bistro in Julian, CA. See his recipe for Oven Roasted Fingerling Potatoes in Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine> http://en.calameo.com/read/0039965667a5758ccfaf0?page=48
Beat the winter chill with this traditional toddy, that has a Jay Dini twist! This was recorded live at Dini’s Lucky Club Restaurant & Casino in Yerintgon, Nevada. Established in 1933, Dini’s Lucky Club is the oldest family owned casino in the state! The recipe and video are in Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine > http://en.calameo.com/read/0039965667a5758ccfaf0?page=52
Chef Jeremy Manley ‘San Diego’s Sustainable Chef’ and owner of Jeremy’s on the Hill California Style Bistro in Julian, CA discusses Turkey for Thanksgiving and the Holidays.
5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers shares his Thanksgiving and Holiday Cooking Tips, as well as his recipe for making Stuffed Yams! See more of Chef Ivan's recipes in Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine > bigblendmag.com/flowers.htm
Travel writer Linda Kissam ‘Food, Wine & Shopping Diva,’ discusses her adventures in Pittsburgh, named the No. 1 food city in America by Zagat in December 2015. Hear about her six top “socially conscious” picks of what to see and do in Pittsburgh including Hotel Monaco, Smallman Galley Food Court, The National Aviary, The Mattress Factory Art Museum, Botanical Gardens, and Conflict Kitchen. For more about Linda's travels visit www.AllinGoodTaste.info, and for more on Pittsburgh see www.VisitPittsburgh.com.
Husband-wife food-and-wine expert team Howard & Ruth Milstein share tips on cooking a rack of lamb, and what wines to pair with it. Howard is a wine expert and Ruth is the author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book 'Cooking With Love: Ventures into a New Israeli Cuisine.' See www.RuthMilstein.com.
Travel writer Linda Kissam ‘Food, Wine & Shopping Diva’, President of International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association, talks about her experience on a unique ‘wine camp’ on Un-Cruise Adventures 7-night scenic Columbia River wine cruise with stops in Oregon and Washington. Keep up with Linda at www.AllinGoodTaste.info and visit www.UnCruise.com.
From choosing the best bun to using the right meat, Chef Jeremy Manley 'San Diego's Sustainable Chef' shares his tips on cooking the perfect burger, and what beer or wine to pair with it. Jeremy is the executive chef and owner of Jeremy's on the Hill California Style Bistro in Julian, San Diego's mountain destination. Check out his recipes at www.JeremysOnTheHill.com and see his burger tips here> http://www.bigblendnetwork.com/cooking-the-perfect-burger.html
Howard & Ruth Milstein share their tips on how to host a cheese and wine party. Howard is a wine expert and Ruth is the author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book 'Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine.' See their tips and recipes here> http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ruth-howard-milstein/
5-Star Chef Ivan Flowers shares How to Make Baked Apples with Cheddar Cheese and also How to Fry Ice Cream. As a restaurant consultant, he also discusses the ins and outs of running a successful restaurant!
with Chef Jeremy Manley, who explains how to make Albacore Poke. Known as 'San Diego's Sustainable Chef', Jeremy is the owner and executive chef of Jeremy's on the Hill California Style Bistro in Julian, California. Get the recipe here> http://www.bigblendnetwork.com/albacore-poke.html
Linda Kissam 'Food, Wine & Shopping Diva' talks about her recent culinary and wine tasting adventures in Walla Walla, southeast Washington state. Linda is a professional travel, food, and wine writer based out of Southern California and also the President of the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association. You can read her stories on www.AllinGoodTaste.info
Five-star Chef Ivan Flowers, culinary instructor at Kitchens for Good in San Diego, explains how to make Ceviche with Watermelon and Avocado - perfect for summer! Get the recipe here> http://www.bigblendnetwork.com/summer-ceviche.html
Husband-wife team Howard and Ruth Milstein share their summer cocktail party tips and recipe ideas. Howard is a wine expert, and Ruth is the author of the Gourmand award-winning cookbook 'Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine.' Visit www.RuthMilstein.com.
Chef Jeremy Manley explains how to Grill a Grass-fed Bison Flat Iron Steak. Known as 'San Diego's Sustainable Chef', Jeremy is the executive chef and owner of Jeremy's on the Hill California Style Bistro in Julian, California. Download his free recipe book at www.JeremysontheHill.com.
Hilarie Larson, Certified Specialist of Wine, wine industry consultant with her company North Winds Wine Consulting; food, wine and travel writer; and member of the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association talks about the World of Wine. See her article and interview on French Wines in the Mar/Apr 2016 issue of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine > http://en.calameo.com/read/0039965668863c4c81464?page=74
How to make a Monte Cristo (Monte de Julian Sandwich) with Chef Jeremy Manley 'San Diego's Sustainable Chef' and owner of Jeremy's on the Hill California Style Bistro in Julian, CA. Perfect dish for a spring brunch! Get the recipe in Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine here> http://www.bigblendnetwork.com/6-spring-brunch-recipes-pt-2.html
Travel writer Linda Kissam 'Food, Wine & Shopping Diva' visits San Antonio Winery in downtown Los Angeles. See Linda's article in Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine> www.bigblendnetwork.com/san-antonio-winery.html
Howard and Ruth Milstein, husband-wife wine and cooking experts, discuss food, recipes and wine pairings for the Jewish Holiday Shavuot. Ruth is the author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book 'Cooking with Love: Ventures into the New Israeli Cuisine.' See recipes in Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine> www.bigblendnetwork.com/shavuot-recipes.html