Don't delay on getting your turkey for Thanksgiving, it could take 7-10 days to defrost! This episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show featuring Ivan Flowers, a 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor, is all about how to Buy, Prepare, and Roast your Turkey (stress-free) for Thanksgiving.  Check out Chef Ivan's Thanksgiving Turkey Tips here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chef-ivans-turkey-tips-for-thanksgiving/  Follow Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm36M-s22iuKRDKPlZXl46Lr 

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," talks with Captain Cy Evans about the sightseeing and dinner cruises with True North Charters LLC in Tacoma, Washington. As Linda shares, "Whether you choose to savor a romantic evening for two or revel in the company of friends and family, a daytime or dinner cruise offers a unique and unforgettable experience that is sure to leave you with a sense of joy and wonder long after you’ve returned to shore." Read her story, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/unforgettable-sightseeing-and-dinner-cruising-in-tacoma/  Learn more about True North Charters at https://www.truenorthchartersllc.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/  This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Big Daily Blend," "Eat, Drink & Be Merry," and "Vacation Station." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

Get a Taste of November and Celebrate National Peanut Butter Lovers Month with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George.  Check out Donna's recipes that include all kinds of seasonal favorites, and of course, peanut butter cookies! See: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/donna-george/  Open NOW from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, culinary gifts, and sweet treats. Shop online year-round and learn more at https://thepeanutpatch.com/   The Peanut Patch podcast airs every 1st Friday at 12pm Arizona Time. Listen to episodes and follow the show here: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/ 

Get ready for Halloween with this sharred episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show with musician Joey Stuckey and travel writer Jo Clark, plus, a special visit from Hawt Mamma Babushkah, and our annual airing of Steve Schneickert's Halloween Hollywood segment.  CHECK OUT  - Music Playlist “Ghosts & Devils, The Mysterious & Supernatural” on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/26s6hc59 - Melissa's "Freaky Fruits" and Lime Slime Punch Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/fall-produce-trends-for-2023/  - Jo's Halloween Candy & Wine pairing suggestions: https://recipestravelculture.com/ultimate-halloween-candy-wine-pairings/  - Jo's Dracula Bite Cocktail: https://recipestravelculture.com/draculas-bite-cocktail/  - Jo's Chocolate Bark Recipe: https://recipestravelculture.com/chocolate-bark/    Co-host of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show every 4th Sunday, Joey Stuckey ‪is known as the Music Ambassador of Macon, Georgia "The Southern Rock Capital of the World." He's an award-winning blind guitarist, songwriter, singer, composer, producer, and sound engineer. More: https://www.joeystuckey.com/  Follow the BIG DAILY BLEND Show, here: https://big-daily-blend.podbean.com/ 

Celebrate October being National Pasta Month with Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book, “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine.” Ruth talks about all kinds of pasta dishes, and how to make her family-friendly recipe, Penne Pasta with Fresh Herbs & Parmesan. Check it out here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/penne-pasta-with-herbs-and-parmesan-cheese/  Learn more about Ruth Milstein here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/  Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/yr9jp58n 

Celebrate National Mushrooom Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show featuring Ivan Flowers, a 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor. Hear about how to wash, prepare and cook different types of mushrooms, and how to make his roasted mushroom recipe. CHEF IVAN'S MUSHROOM RECIPES: - ROASTED MUSHROOMS: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/roasted-mushrooms-recipe/  - ZINFANDEL STEAKHOUSE MUSHROOMS: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/zinfandel-steakhouse-mushrooms/  - MUSHROOM PROVOLONE BURGER: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mushroom-provolone-burger/  Follow Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm36M-s22iuKRDKPlZXl46Lr 

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," talks with Robert Schueller of Melissa's Specialty Produce about their fabulous fall produce and specialty snacks.  Hear about Muscato Grapes, Pomegranates, and Chocolate Persimmons, all kinds of Winter Squash including Pink Pumpkins, Spaghetti, and Buttercup, plus, their delicious Baby Dutch Potatoes. Other fall favorites include Fruit-filled Crepes, Chile & Lime Seasoning, and Green Hatch Pepper Cashews. Check out Linda's article plus Melissa's recipe for Butternut Squash Casserole, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-bounty-of-autumn-exploring-the-seasons-finest-fall-produce/  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/  Learn more about Melissa's Specialty Produce: https://www.melissas.com/  This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Big Daily Blend," and "Eat, Drink & Be Merry." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

Get a Taste of Fall and celebrate Football Season and October being National Cookie Month, Chili Month, Apple Month, and Dessert Month with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George.  Check out Donna's recipes that include all kinds of seasonal favorites, and of course, peanut butter cookies! See: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/donna-george/  Open NOW from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, culinary gifts, and sweet treats. Shop online year-round and learn more at https://thepeanutpatch.com/   The Peanut Patch podcast airs every 1st Friday at 12pm Arizona Time. Listen to episodes and follow the show here: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/ 

Get ready to celebrate National Dessert Month and Come Over October on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. Hear about the recent harvest at the LDV Winery Vineyard, Peggy's wine term of the month, and tips on pairing wine with pie!  CHECK OUT PEGGY'S RECIPE & PAIRING TIPS: - Apple Blueberry Crisp Recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggys-apple-and-blueberry-crisp-recipe/  - Pairing Wine with Pie Tips: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/how-do-you-pair-wine-with-pie/  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 Arizona time. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj  Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com/  This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Big Daily Blend," and "Eat, Drink & Be Merry." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, as well as the regular brewery tours you can take in this beautiful and historic city.  Featured Guests  - Cliff Mori, owner of Brew-Ed Tours - https://brew-ed.com/  - Big Blend Radio regulars Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild, who own and run The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/     Extra Features & Links to Help - Sausage Day: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/big-blend-radio-sausage-party/  - Music & Support Links: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/joey-stuckeys-alive-day-2024/  - Helene Benefit Concert on Monday, Noon EST: https://www.youtube.com/@bigblendradio  TO HELP PROVIDE DISASTER RELIEF FROM HURRICANE HELENE: – https://www.redcross.org/donate/dr/hurricane-helene.html      – https://appvoices.org/helene-relief/  Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/    This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Big Daily Blend," and "Eat, Drink & Be Merry." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

Celebrate Rosh Hashanah (Oct. 2-4, 2024) with Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book, “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine.” Ruth loves to bring family and friends together to celebrate holidays, and the Jewish New Year is the perfect way to do that. Her recipes include some of the key ingredients that are customary to the two-day holiday, such as honey, apples, and chicken. See her recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ruths-recipes-for-rosh-hashanah/  Learn more about Ruth Milstein here: https://www.ruthmilstein.com/  Listen to Big Blend Radio's 3rd Sunday "Cooking with Ruth" podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/yr9jp58n 

From local honey and Medjool dates to jalapeno peanut brittle and all kinds of salsas, relishes, and preserves, celebrate the sweet and spice of September with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George.  Check out Donna's recipe for Pita Pockets with Chinese Chicken-Peanut Sauce: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pita-pockets-with-chinese-chicken-peanut-sauce/  Open from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, culinary gifts, and sweet treats. Shop online year-round and learn more at https://thepeanutpatch.com/   The Peanut Patch podcast airs every 1st Friday at 12pm Arizona Time. Listen to episodes and follow the show here: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/ 

Get ready to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15, 2024) and International Grenache Day (Sept. 20) on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. Hear about the start of the harvest season at the LDV Winery Vineyard, Peggy's wine term of the month, and tips on pairing wine wih spicy Mexican and Southwestern cuisine. Check out Peggy's pairing tips and recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pairing-wine-with-mexican-fare/  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 Arizona time. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj  Learn more about LDV Winery at https://ldvwinery.com 

Get ready for Halloween with this episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show that focuses on Heavy Mountain Music and Beer Fest, held Oct 25-26, 2024 at the Orange Peel and Burial Beer's Eulogy.  Featuring an array of iconic artists and genre spanning acts, exclusive pours from the area’s finest breweries, and hair-raising visual installations to set the mood for the southeast’s heaviest Halloween party! Check out the music line up and get your tickets, here: https://www.heavymountainfest.com/  Featured Guests are festival organizer Ray Worth, and Big Blend Radio regulars Steve & Karen Wilson "Mr & Mrs Wild, who own and run The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast, a stunning pink lady in the Montford Historic District. More: https://www.lion-rose.com/    Big Blend Radio's "Adventures in Asheville" Show airs every 1st Tuesday. Follow the show on PodBean: https://adventures-asheville.podbean.com/     This episode is also being shared and featured on other Big Blend Radio Network Channels including the "Big Daily Blend," "A Toast to The Arts," "Eat, Drink & Be Merry," and "Rants, Raves & Rock 'n Roll." Check out our network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

It's all about Beer, Burgers, Meat Pies & More on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Historic Jefferson Highway" Show!  Featured Guests: * Roger Bell - President of the Jefferson Highway Association * Chase Miller - One Great City Brewing Co. - https://www.ogcbrewingco.com/  * Beth Hilburn - Hi-Way Cafe in Vinita, Oklahoma - https://hi-waycafe.com/  Podcast links mentioned in this episode: * Guiness World Records on the JH - https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/guinness-world-records-on-the-jefferson-highway/  * MVPA Convoy: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mvpa-historic-convoy-on-the-jefferson-highway/  The Jefferson Highway Association originally founded the Jefferson Highway in 1915. This international highway is also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more at https://jeffersonhighway.org/  This Big Blend Radio "Historic Jefferson Highway" Podcast airs every 4th Thursday at 6pm CST. Follow the show here: https://jefferson-highway.podbean.com/ 

If you love seafood and want to keep cooking to a mininum, how about making ceviche? 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 make his easy mixed seafood ceviche. Check out the recipe here:  https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mixed-seafood-ceviche/  Follow Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm36M-s22iuKRDKPlZXl46Lr 

Celebrate the end-of-summer with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" Show with Ruth Milstein who talks about cooking zucchini and shares how to make her recipe for Zucchini Stuffed with Rice and Meat. See her recipe, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/zucchini-stuffed-with-rice-and-meat/ 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 

Celebrate National Pinot Noir Day with our Big Blend Radio "Winemaker Insider" Conversation with Dave Specter, who along with his wife Sara, owns and runs Bells Up Winery in Willamette Valley, Oregon.  After more than a decade of success as a corporate tax attorney in Cincinnati, Ohio, Dave was emotionally and physically spent. Sara, a freelance marketing consultant and writer, convinced him to leave the profession and they turned the hobby that brought him joy—winemaking—into his new career. The pair had fallen in love with Newberg and Oregon’s Willamette Valley while on vacation in 2008, subsequently moving there in 2012 and establishing Bells Up Winery in 2013. The first wines were released Memorial Day 2015, coinciding with the opening of the estate winery/tasting room. The on-site production facility was built and equipped in time for 2019 harvest. Bells Up is a micro-boutique winery that composes handcrafted, classically styled Pinot Noir, Rosé, Pinot Blanc, Seyval Blanc, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon with grapes sourced exclusively from its estate, and from micro-sites in the Willamette Valley and Eastern Oregon. The winery makes ~600 cases annually. More: https://bellsupwinery.com/ 

Celebrate the end of summer with  this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. Hear what's happening in the LDV Winery Vineyard, Peggy's wine term of the month, and tips on pairing wines with fruit. Check out Peggy's pairing tips and fruit recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pairing-wine-with-fruit/  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/ 

From good old-fashioned peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to avocado toast with crispy bacon and a splash of salsa, celebrate National Sandwich Month and Panini Month with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George.  Check out Donna's recipe for Pita Pockets with Chinese Chicken-Peanut Sauce: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pita-pockets-with-chinese-chicken-peanut-sauce/  Open from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, culinary gifts, and sweet treats. Shop online year-round and learn more at https://thepeanutpatch.com/   The Peanut Patch podcast airs every 1st Friday at 12pm Arizona Time. Listen to episodes and follow the show here: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/ 

Celebrate National Culinary Arts Month and Foodie Friday with this episode of Big Blend Radio's  EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show featuring Ivan Flowers, a 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor. From color and composition to texture and ingredient choices, Chef Ivan shares tips and techniques on how to artfully plate food just like a chef! Links to Topics Discussed on this Episode: - Chef Ivan Flowers Teaches Youth: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/youth-in-the-kitchen/  - The Rise & Fall of Charlie Trotter: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/love-charlie-the-rise-and-fall-of-chef-charlie-trotter/  Follow Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm36M-s22iuKRDKPlZXl46Lr 

Celebrate National Ice Cream Month and Ice Cream Day with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" Show with Ruth Milstein who shares how to make her family recipe for Strawberry Sherbet. This recipe is so easy and versatile, you can make it with all kinds of fruits, or even a refresh ice tea or coffee flavor! Check out the recipe, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/strawberry-sherbet/ 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 

Cone or cup? Favorite Toppings? Favorite Flavor? Celebrate Summer and Ice Cream Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast with award-winning vocalist and composer Johnny Schaefer who joins as cohost every 1st Sunday. Keep up with him and his music at https://hearjohnny.com/  ICE CREAM SOCIAL PARTY GUESTS: - Cheryl Ogle – Travel advisor and owner of Hey Wanna Go Travel: https://heywannago.com/  - Rob Taylor – Owner of Stafford’s Chocolates & Reimer’s in Central California: https://www.staffordschocolates.com/ & https://reimerscandies.com/  - Eva Eldridge – Travel writer and editor in Arizona who makes ice cream and cook about anything: https://evaeldridge.com/  - Phil Boswell and his wife Andrea are friends from Peachtree City, Georgia. Check out Andrea’s art: http://www.andreafaye.com/  - Aryn Youngless – Writer & Genealogist: https://www.genealogybyaryn.com/  - Chuck & Mikelyn Wustman – Innkeepers & Owners of The Bird & Butterfly Inn in Jasper, TX:  https://thebirdandbutterflyinn.com/  - Plus,  Glynn Burrows of Norfolk Tours in England closes the show with a few words about Mr Whippy ice cream cones in the UK: https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/  SONGS THAT SING FOR ICE CREAM MUSIC PLAYLIST: * On YouTube:  https://tinyurl.com/388f7m9u  * On Spotify:  https://tinyurl.com/mrxt6sxs  ICE CREAM ARTICLES & RECIPES on BlendRadioandTV.com: * Ice Cream Museum in NYC: https://tinyurl.com/yck7vxtv  * Spicy Grilled Pineapple w/ Vanilla Bean Ice Cream: https://tinyurl.com/3vn5k6pk  * Tabasco Ice Cream: https://tinyurl.com/2dw4z42s  * Bailey's Blue Ribbon Pecan Ice Cream: https://tinyurl.com/ym3wr2aw  * Strawberry Sherbet: https://tinyurl.com/4xuakckx  * Margarita Sorbet Down the Hatch: https://tinyurl.com/ywp4mj25 

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," talks with tea expert Friday Elliott about the world of tea, and the unique and interactive classes she holds online and in person at her tea shop, Friday Afternoon, that's located in Wallingford, Washington.  Linda attended the DIY Your Own House Chai class where she had the opportunity to dive into the art of blending, and then creating her own signature Masala house chai. Read about her experience that included some background on the rich history and traditions of chai-making, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/crafting-your-own-signature-masala-house-chai/  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/ 

What kind of toppings are you putting on your ice cream? Celebrate Foodie Friday, National Ice Cream Month, and Christmas in July with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio Foodie Podcast with Donna George, that focuses on summer treats that cool, refreshing, and unique. Check out Donna's summer recipes: * Fruit & Nut Parfait: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/fruit-and-nut-parfait/  * Chocolate, Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chocolate-peanut-butter-banana-smoothie/  * Double Peanut Breakfast Bars: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/double-peanut-breakfast-bars/  Open from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, culinary gifts, and sweet treats. Shop online year-round and learn more at https://thepeanutpatch.com/   The Peanut Patch podcast airs every 1st Friday at 12pm Arizona. Listen to episodes and follow the show here: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/ 

Celebrate America's Birthday Month with this special "Wine Across America" episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast.  FEATURED GUESTS - Peggy Fiandaca - LDV Winery in Arizona:  https://ldvwinery.com/  - Winemaker Dave Specter - Bells Up Winery in Oregon: https://bellsupwinery.com/  -  Carole Skeeters-Stevens - Travel Medford Oregon:  https://www.travelmedford.org/  - Innkeeper Mikelyn Martin-Wustman - The Bird & Butterfly Inn in Texas: https://thebirdandbutterflyinn.com/ - Travel writer & photographer Jo Clark: https://www.haveglasswilltravel.com/  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 

There was once a Tennessee whiskey that dwarfed Jack Daniel's, and a powerful man was behind it: V.E. "Manny" Shwab. Until now, virtually nothing has been written about either.   This episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show features Clay Shwab, who discusses his biography about his great-grandfather, "Manny Shwab and the George Dickel Company." This riveting read shares the untold story of a Tennessee whiskey tycoon who influenced society in Nashville’s gilded age. Their story is one of a Jewish Alsatian immigrant's dream of finding community and prosperity in the New World and his son who rose to dominate Tennessee politics, whiskey, and finance for decades; of smuggling during the Civil War; of the raging, sometimes fatal, battle against Prohibition; and of the wild side of rapidly growing Nashville during the 19th and early 20th centuries. More: https://clayshwab.com/ 

Celebrate National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" Show with Ruth Milstein who shares how to choose summer fruits and how to grill them for a brunch dish, entree, or light dessert.  RELATED RECIPE & ARTICLES as discussed on this episode: * Grilled Fruits Recipes: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/grilled-fruits/   * Choosing Fruits & Veggies: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/choosing-fruits-and-vegetables/  * Strawberry Sherbet Recipes: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/strawberry-sherbet/  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 

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, has over 2,000 restaurants - many specializing in seafood – the original sea to plate! Hear all about the diverse offerings on this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark. Read her article about it all here: https://recipestravelculture.com/international-foods-in-myrtle-beach/  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! Her Big Blend Radio podcast "Jo Goes Everywhere!" airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST. Follow the show on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yfkjm8sd 

From gourmet trail mix to Spanish peanuts, this shared episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio Foodie Podcast with Donna George, focuses on super snacks for road trippers and outdoor adventurers. Open from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, culinary gifts, and sweet treats. Shop online year-round and learn more at https://thepeanutpatch.com/  The Peanut Patch podcast airs every 1st Friday at 12pm Arizona. Listen to episodes and follow the show here: https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/ 

Celebrate National Donut Day on this episode of Big Blend Radio with travel writer Sharon K. Kurtz and host Lisa D. Smith who discuss National Donut Day History, and all types of donuts you can enjoy around the world. Read about the donuts Sharon tasted (and many other tasty dishes) in Poland in her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-taste-of-poland-from-michelin-stars-to-hidden-gems/  Check out Terri Bailey's All American Donut Recipe, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-all-american-donut/ 

From Rosé Week (June 17-23, 2024) to Syrah Week (July 22-28, 2024), get a Taste of Summer on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast. Hear what's happening in the LDV Winery Vineyard, Peggy's wine term of the month, and special events and new wine releases in the tasting room. Plus, Peggy shares seasonal wine pairing tips and discusses LDV Winery's Sangria Recipes that you can see here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ldv-winery-sangria-recipes/ 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/ 

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," talks with Ponzi Vineyards' winemaker Max Bruening. Nestled in the rolling hills of Oregon’s revered Willamette Valley, Ponzi Vineyards continues to captivate wine enthusiasts with its dedication to crafting exceptional wines that truly reflect the essence of the terroir. With a legacy of winemaking excellence that spans over four decades, the winery has established itself as a pioneer in the region, consistently producing wines of outstanding quality and distinction. Read Linda's review of three standout offerings from Ponzi Vineyards: the vibrant 2021 Ponzi Laurelwood Chardonnay, the elegant 2021 Ponzi Laurelwood Pinot Noir, and the exquisite 2019 Ponzi Pinot Noir Reserve. Article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-taste-of-oregons-finest-wines-ponzi-vineyards/  Plus, see the recipe for Spring Nettle Pesto Recipe from Chef Nathan Jones at Ponzi Vineyards: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spring-nettle-pesto/  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/ 

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Innkeepers who Bake for Activie Duty Military. Hear about their service and military heroes in their lives, and the treats they baked as part of the Soldiers' Angels program. FEATURED GUESTS: - Karen Wilson - The Lion & The Rose Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina. Visit: https://www.lion-rose.com/  - Tiffany Bertram - Tiffanys Bed & Breakfast near Hot Springs, Arkansas. Visit: https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/  - Maria Chamberlain - The Inn at OxBow Acres in Milan, New Hampshire. Visit: https://www.oxbowacresnh.com/  - Chef Rob Wezwick - US Airforce Veteran & Ash Street Inn in Manchester, New Hampshire. Visit: https://www.ashstreetinn.com/  Special shout out to Jay Shulz, Retired Army Officer & Owner of Spartan Photography for Baking for Soldiers with The Lion & The Rose B&B. Visit https://spartanphotography.zenfolio.com/  Learn more about the two main military support programs the inns collaborate with: * B&Bs for Vets: https://bandbsforvets.org/  * Soldiers Angels: https://soldiersangels.org/ 

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Ivan Flowers, a 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor at Temecula Valley High School in Southern California. Hear about the school's Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation program that educates students in culinary arts and hospitality management to set them up for career and/or college success. Plus, cooking and food preparation which are necessary life skills that they learn. Learn more about this career technical education program at https://www.tvusd.k12.ca.us/Page/28813  In honor of Small Business Month (May,) and National Travel & Tourism Week (May 19-25, 2024), this episode is featured onBig Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry," "Success Express," and "Big Daily Blend" podcast channels. Follow Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

In celebration of World Baking Day (every 3rd Sunday in May) this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Cooking with Ruth" Show features Ruth Milstein who shares how to make Gluten-free Chocolate Brownies. Featuring dark chocolate and poppy seeds, it's a family recipe that her older sister taught her how to make when she was a kid. See the recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/gluten-free-chocolate-brownies/ 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

Celebrate Oregon Wine Month (May) with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel Show" with the International Food Wine & Travel Show.  Featured guest is Carole Skeeters-Stevens of Travel Medford in Southern Oregon's Rogue Valley who talks about what you can experience in the region from Wine Tasting, Dining, Agricultural Destinations, and Seasonal Festivals to Crater Lake National Park, Outdoor Recreation, and Sports. More: https://www.travelmedford.org/  Learn more about the International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/ 

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/ - Chris & Bonnie Allen - Asheville Photo Tours: https://ashevillephoto.tours/ - 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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: - Donnette Silva Carter, CEO of the Tulare Chamber of Commerce. Visit: http://www.tularechamber.org/ - 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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

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

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

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/ Follow Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Shows with IFWTWA Here: https://shows.acast.com/big-blend-radio-ifwtwa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.