Sip, Savor & Travel

Exploring the Arts of Cooking Like a Dame

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva," and Chef Candy Lesher, talks about the virtual cooking class series, Cooking Like a Dame, that is now offered by the Phoenix Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI PHX). This chapter is very involved in cultivating Arizona’s future culinarians through the high school C-CAP program (Careers Through Culinary Arts.) 
If you’ve found yourself in a cooking rut, you’re in luck. Take your kitchen skills to the next level with online cooking classes taught by world-class chefs. Learn more about the program in Linda's article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-the-art-of-cooking-like-a-dame-in-the-virtual-kitchen/ 
Plus, check out Chef Candy Lesher's Vegetarian Tortilla Soup recipe as discussed on the show: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/vegetarian-tortilla-soup/ Learn more about Chef Lesher at https://www.yourkitchenrx.com/ 
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/ 

A Taste of Sophistication with Dancin Vineyards in Oregon’s Rogue Valley

This episode of Big Blend Radio with travel writer Linda Kissam, "Food Wine & Shopping Diva," embarks on a journey through the exquisite offerings of DANCIN Vineyards. Join us as we delve into the world of their elegant Barbera, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay wines with winemaker Chris Jiron. Nestled in the scenic Rogue Valley of Oregon, DANCIN Vineyards has distinguished itself for producing wines of exceptional quality capturing the essence of the region’s terroir and the dedication of the winemaking craft. Learn more by reading Linda's winetasting article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-sophistication-with-dancin-vineyards/And visit DANCIN Vineyards online at https://www.dancin.com/Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/3r9wmuduFollow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Exploring the World of Chinese Tea

Step into a world of aromatic tranquility and delightful flavors as you explore the art of tea tasting from the comfort of your own home. This episode of Big Blend Radio with travel writer Linda Kissam, "Food Wine & Shopping Diva," talks about her recent virtual Chinese tea-tasting experience with Friday Afternoon Tea. Linda enjoyed an intellectual sensory journey that uncovered the nuances and complexities of different Chinese tea varieties, with the added convenience of delivered samples. Read her story, including what food to pair with the various teas, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-the-world-of-chinese-tea Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/3r9wmudu Follow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tucson Gem & Mineral Show

This episode of Big Blend Radio with travel writer Linda Kissam, "Food Wine & Shopping Diva," focuses on the Annual Tucson Gem & Mineral Show. Held every winter this esteemed event welcomes over 65,000 guests from around the globe as they descend upon Tucson, Arizona to buy, sell, trade, and immerse themselves in rare and captivating gems, minerals, and fossils at more than 40 gem show locations across the city. Read Linda's article about it: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/tucson-gem-and-mineral-show/ Watch this Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pN51Rn2ugXQ Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/3r9wmuduFollow Diva Linda's adventures here: https://allingoodtaste.info/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hot Tea Please!

In celebration of January being National Hot Tea Month and host to National Hot Tea Dayevery January 12th, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND podcast features food, wine, and travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva." Linda, a tea enthusiast, takes us on a delicious journey of tea experiences around the world and talks about tea and food pairings, gifts, destinations, and more. Keep up with Linda on her site https://allingoodtaste.info/ QUOTE OF THE DAY: “The ‘art of tea’ is a spiritual force for us to share.” Alexandra StoddardSUGGESTED RESOURCES:* Linda's article about Afternoon Tea at The Empress Hotel: http://tinyurl.com/5n78ss9u * Seven Pots of Tea Book, Podcast & Recipe: http://tinyurl.com/uukw44sn * Nepal Tea Collective Podcast: http://tinyurl.com/592yw5c8 * Japanese Friendship Garden in Phoenix: http://tinyurl.com/mtaesffr MUSIC & MOVIES: "Tea for Two" movie and song, "Tea for the Tillerman" album by Yusuf/Cat Stevens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Linda Kissam and Micha Schellhaas - Coral Farming Insider

This episode of Big Blend Radio with travel writer Linda Kissam, "Food Wine & Shopping Diva," focuses on the world of coral farming. Featured guest is guitarist and aqua-culure specialist Micha Schellhaas, owner of Desert Coral Ranch in Joshua Tree, California.WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/4aAJcrOtU4I Follow Micha's coral farming work at https://www.desertcoralranch.com/ or on https://www.instagram.com/desertcoralranch/ Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/3r9wmudu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fresh Flavors for Holiday Celebrations

From sparkling mocktails and cocktails to gourmet holiday sets and gift baskets, this episode of Big Blend Radio with travel writer Linda Kissam, "Food Wine & Shopping Diva," focuses on Fresh Flavors for Holiday Celebrations. Read Linda's article that's chockful of suggestions: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/fresh-flavors-for-holiday-celebrations/ FEATURED GUESTS:* CAREY REILLY who shares festive drink and decor ideas with Martinelli's Sparkling Ciders. More at https://careyreilly.com/ and https://www.martinellis.com/ * ROBERT SCHUELLER of Melissa's Specialty Produce who talks about their festive and flavorful holiday sets and gourmet gift baskets. More: https://www.melissas.com/ Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/3r9wmudu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Northwest Trolls - Way of the Bird King

This episode of Big Blend Radio features travel writer Linda Kissam "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva" who talks about the “Northwest Trolls: Way of the Bird King" public art project, Funded by the Scan Design Foundation, the exhibition features six giant hand-built troll sculptures by Danish environmental artist, Thomas Dambo. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Njf9TmtBHSM The trolls are located on publicly accessible sites around the Pacific Northwest, carrying with them an environmental message to share with their visitors. The large-scale sculptures are meant to encourage visitors to get out into nature. Rread Linda's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/northwest-trolls-way-of-the-bird-king/ Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/3r9wmudu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.