Episodes

Monday Jun 29, 2020
Monday Jun 29, 2020
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.

Tuesday Jun 23, 2020
Tuesday Jun 23, 2020
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.

Wednesday Jun 17, 2020
Wednesday Jun 17, 2020
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.

Monday May 25, 2020
Monday May 25, 2020
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.

Thursday Apr 30, 2020
Thursday Apr 30, 2020
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.

Tuesday Apr 28, 2020
Tuesday Apr 28, 2020
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.

Monday Mar 23, 2020
Monday Mar 23, 2020
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.

Tuesday Mar 10, 2020
Tuesday Mar 10, 2020
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.

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