Eat, Drink and Be Merry Radio

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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/1638040PortoVino 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/ Hosted on

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

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

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

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

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