Eat, Drink and Be Merry

Chef Insider: Ivan Flowers

As part of Big Blend Radio's 18th Anniversary celebration, this episode looks back on 15 years of Chef Ivan Flowers' being an expert guest along with a lighthearted then-and-now discussion of his career as a 5-Star Chef and now Culinary Instructor. 
Learn more about Chef Ivan Flowers here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chef-ivan-flowers/ 
Check out this list of Chef Ivan's Recipes & Big Blend Radio Podcast episodes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/ivan-flowers/ 

Tasting the Exceptional Pinots of Ghost Hill Cellars in Oregon

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," talks with Cameron Bower of Ghost Hill Cellars. 
Nuzzled in the heart of Oregon’s famed Willamette Valley, Ghost Hill Cellars stands as a marvelous example of exceptional winemaking craftsmanship, particularly renowned for its exquisite pinot noir offerings. Read Linda's article about her tasting experience, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/the-unforgettable-pinot-noir-experience-at-ghost-hill-cellars/ 
Learn more about Ghost Hill Cellars at https://www.ghosthillcellars.com/  
Travel writer Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1LoD5wiSJu4NM4KZxuJYoj 

January is Healthy and Delicious at The Peanut Patch

Get a Taste of January and Celebrate National Staying Healthy Month, Veganuary, Hot Tea Month, Hot Soup Month, and more with this episode of "The Peanut Patch," a Big Blend Radio foodie podcast featuring Donna George.
Open NOW from October-April and located in Yuma, Arizona, The Peanut Patch is a southwest tradition for farm fresh peanuts, nuts and dried fruit, locally grown Royal Medjool Dates, culinary gifts, and sweet treats including homemade fudge and peanut brittle. Shop online year-round and learn more at https://thepeanutpatch.com/  
Check out Donna's recipes that include all kinds of delicious favorites from peanut butter cookies to sensational salads: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing-category/donna-george/ 
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/ 

Vegan Food and Wine Pairings

Celebrate International Veganuary Month on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast with Peggy Fiandaca and Chef Candy Lesher who discuss vegan food and wine pairings. Check out Chef Candy's vegan Cannellini Casserole Recipe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/cannellini-casserole/ 
Along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham, Peggy Fiandaca owns and operates LDV Winery in Arizona. Learn more at  https://ldvwinery.com/ 
Chef Candy Lesher is a culinary wellness coach based in Phoenix, Arizona. View more recipes and learn about how she helps clients achieve their health goals at https://www.yourkitchenrx.com/  
"Wine Time with Peggy" airs every 1st Wednesday at 4pm Arizona time. Follow the podcast here: http://tinyurl.com/42j5zucj 
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 

Chef Ivan Flowers - The World of Cheese!

It's all about Cheese on this episode of Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show featuring Ivan Flowers, a 5-Star Chef and Culinary Instructor. 
Hear about the differences between soft, semi-soft, and hard cheese; ripe versus unripened cheese. Plus, what food and drink to pair with various cheeses, what to put on a cheese plate, cooking with cheese, cheese storage, and much more.
CHECK OUT SOME OF CHEF IVAN'S CHEESE-INSPIRED RECIPES:- California Mac & Cheese: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/california-mac-and-cheese/ - Red Pepper & Mozzarella Crostini: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/warm-red-pepper-mozzarella-crostini/ - Ricotta Gnocchi alla Checca: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/ricotta-gnocchi-alla-checca/ - Mushroom Provolone Burger: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/mushroom-provolone-burger/ - Margherita French Bread Pizza: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/margherita-french-bread-pizza/ - Spicy Veggie Pizza-Dilla: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/spicy-veggie-pizza-dilla/ 
Follow Big Blend Radio's EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY Show here: https://eat-drink-merry.podbean.com/

Easy, Healthy and Delicious Recipes for Chanukah

Get Ready for Chanukah with this episode of Big Blend Radio's COOKING WITH RUTH Podcast with Ruth Milstein, author of the Gourmand award-winning recipe book, “Cooking with Love: Ventures Into the New Israeli Cuisine.” 
On this episode, Ruth talks about how to make Chicken Schnitzel and Latkes, both signifying the tradition of oil in honoring the holiday of Chanukah. Check out her recipes here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/healthy-chanukah-recipes/ 
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 
This episode is also featured on our other Big Blend Radio channels: "Big Daily Blend," and "Eat, Drink & Be Merry." Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

Holiday Gifts and Tasty Treats at The Peanut Patch

Get a Taste of December and Celebrate the Holiday Season 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:  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/ 

Wine It Up For The Holidays

Celebrate the Holiday Season with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Wine Time with Peggy" podcast that focuses on Wine and Food Pairings, Gifts for Wine Lovers, Tasting Experiences, and of course, Peggy's Wine Term of the Month! LDV Winery 
CHECK OUT PEGGY'S HOLIDAY RECIPES & PAIRING TIPS:- Filet Mignon with Cognac Mushroom Sauce: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/filet-mignon-with-cognac-mushroom-sauce/ - Baked Glazed Ham: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/baked-glazed-ham/ - New Year Black Eyed Peas: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/peggys-good-luck-cajun-black-eyed-peas/ - Pairing Wine with Pie Tips: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/how-do-you-pair-wine-with-pie/ - Pairing Wine with Charcuterie Boards: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/pairing-wine-with-charcuterie-boards/ - Pairing Wine with Chocolate: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/wine-and-chocolate-pairing-tips/ 
Featuring Peggy Fiandaca, who along with her winemaker husband Curt Lawrence Dunham owns and operates LDV Winery  @LawrenceDunhamWines   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