Eat, Drink and Be Merry

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/