Eat, Drink and Be Merry

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Eat Drink & Be Merry Show showcases Rock Town Distillery in Little Rock, Arkansas. This interview was recorded on-location as part of Big Blend’s Love Your Parks Tour, and features Rock Town Distillery owner Phil Brandon. Distillers of artisan quality hand crafted spirits, Rock Town Distillery is the first legal distillery in Arkansas since prohibition. Visitors can partake in tours, craft cocktails, beer and wine. More at https://www.rocktowndistillery.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, award-winning freelance writer and photographer Cori Solomon discusses the history of Missouri wine, and shares her wine tasting experiences on the Hermann Trail, in St. Genevieve and in Augusta. See her story, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/show-me-missouri-wine/ Featured music is "Wine Headed" by Johnny Mastor & Mama's Boys - https://www.johnnymastro.com/ Thanks to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association for sponsoring this episode. https://www.ifwtwa.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travel writer Hilarie Larson discusses Whidbey Island's agricultural heritage including a bounty of wine, cider and spirits, plus, the freshest, most inspired and downright tasty cuisine you can imagine. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-many-flavors-of-whidbey-island/Featured music is "Fresh Squeezed CoolAid" by https://www.johnnymastro.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah H. Elliston, author of “Lessons from a Difficult Person: How To Deal With People Like Us,” shares advice on how to handle difficult diners. Read her article here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/three-ways-to-deal-with-difficult-diners/Featured music is "Adobe Cafe" by Wally Lawder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marisa Hammerbeck, co-founder of PortoVino, chats with Big Blend Radio about her world travels and stylish PortoVino 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. Hear about the special “PortoVino-with-a-View” Mission Possible story series assignment Marisa and her husband Gunnar sent Nancy and Lisa on as part of their Love Your Parks Tour. More at porto-vino.com/Featured music is "Traveler" by the Walk-A-Bout Band. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travel, food and wine writer Diane Dobry discusses the history of Hungarian food and drink, as well as the country’s diverse gastronomical choices and destinations. See her article, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-taste-of-hungary/Featured music is “Summer Wine” by www.ShelleyKing.com. Thanks to www.IFWTWA.org for sponsoring this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travel, food and wine writer Priscilla Willis talks with Big Blend Radio about her recent visit to Willamette Valley Wine Country in Oregon. Priscilla is the writer and creative behind www.ShesCookin.com where she has been creating compelling content since 2010.Featured music is "Willamette Fog" by guitarist www.JonDurant.rocks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ivan Flowers, 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor, shares how to make his sweet and spicy glazed crispy salmon recipe. See recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/sweet-and-spicy-salmon/Featured music is "Fish Fever" by www.JamesSaundersMusician.com Show sponsored by the International Food Wine Travel Writers Association - www.IFWTWA.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.