Eat, Drink and Be Merry

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

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

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

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