Eat, Drink and Be Merry Radio

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/KCNzfhus0R0Read 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/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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/Md7yjSkqNgQLinda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/3r9wmudu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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/_eLVjGbVf0YLocated 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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/4hfughIezdcCheck out Peggy's Fresh Corn Salad Recipe here: https://tinyurl.com/nhdnav8zWine Time with Peggy airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/3zynb7e6 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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: - Arlene Gound - Executive Director of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau- Melvin Holmes - 24th Annual Cane River Zydeco Festival & Poker Run held September 1 & 2, 2023- 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://natchi

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  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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/savorWATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/RWvSws53CJkFeatured 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/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Fores

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-R94Melissa’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 Hosted o

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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 co

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  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.