Food, News & Views with Linda Gassenheimer

Food Coloring – why is the Food and Drug Administration phasing them out? What are they? What will our food look like or how will it taste? Food Scientist, Donna Berry, explains all on Linda Gassenheimer's Food News and Views Podcast. Jacqueline Coleman has her latest wine news.

Are you looking to add more flavor to your food? Or have you tasted foods and think this doesn't have enough flavor. My guest on Food News and Views is Chef Nicholas Sayles, He blends food flavors mixing regions that usually wouldn't meet on the same plate. He gives tips on how we can create special flavors at home. Jacqueline Coleman has her latest wine news.

Looking for new foods at the market? I have a few for you from the Fancy Food Show held each year at the Jacob Javits Center in NYC. Jacqueline Coleman has summer wines to try. 

Secret Shoppers in the restaurant world – who are they and why do restaurants need them and welcome their findings? Celebrity Chef Allen Susser has answers and explains how they help make our dining out experience a delight. Tune in to learn more. Jacqueline Coleman talks English wines with Sarah Philips.

Climate change – what is its impact on the restaurant industry, farmers? How are public officials and policy makers addressing the problem? Anne McBride VP James Beard Foundation and award-winning Chef Nando Chang from Itamae AO address the problems.

Regenerative farming – have you heard about it? The New York Times best-selling author, Kelsey Timmerman talks with Linda about it and why he says agriculture is not the problem for today's environmental crisis, it's the cure. His latest book is Regenerating Earth. And sommelier Jacqueline Coleman celebrates Rosé month and gives us her top picks.

Spices add extra flavor to our meals, how long can we keep them, how should we store them, what should we look for when buying them? We'll have these answers and much more from Ethan Frisch, Co-Owner of Burlap and Barrel Single Origin Spice Company. Sommelier Jacqueline Colemen speaks with Daniel Daou, co-founder and winemaker at DAOU Family Estates in Paso Robles.

Tips on how to shop at the supermarket for the best values and prices. What about cuts of meat, fresh seafood and produce? Kristie Milam, marketing director for Milam's Supermarkets has some very useful advice. Jacqueline Coleman has some wine tips. 

When you think of Mexican or Tex Mex foods is it guacamole or tacos? Sommelier Jacqueline Coleman introduces us to Chef Lori Dumm. She takes us beyond these foods to new and exciting flavors. She uses the foods of the Yucatan, bringing great tastes to her vegetarian meals. She also gives us her secrets to creating flavor in our own meals. Jacqueline also talks about Mexican wines. Tune into Food N...

Hassle free meals and in minutes! Knowing what to have in your pantry can help make meals with ease and also meals that are well balanced. Linda Gassenheimer speaks with Chef Janet Armstrong, Culinary Insights Manage for Mars Foods and has a degree in food science and nutrition. She has some great tips for us. And sommelier Jacqueline Coleman speaks with Matt Crafton from Chateau Montelena about t...

What goes into starting and running a great restaraunt? Luciana GianGrandi joins Linda to talk about her journey from food truck to Michelin star. Jacqueline Coleman is back from a wine trip to Uraguay.

Fresh salmon – is it safe, what about raw in sushi? What to look for when buying, using and enjoying salmon. Answers from Kevin McCay and an expert in food technology from Safe Catch. Sommelier, Jacqueline Coleman, on what wine to go with salmon. Tune into Food News and Views podcast on all major sites. 

Thinking of a getaway? How about the Florida Keys, sun, fun, beaches and great food, wine and drinks. Sommelier Jacqueline Coleman explores the Keys with us.

Tired of the same old recipes for your smoker and grill? Looking for some easy tips for your next barbecue? Linda Gassenheimer talks with BBQ expert Tony Ramirez. He has some great advice. And Jacqueline Coleman talks with Juan Pablo about wine in Patagonia

Caterers – have you used one lately or thought of opening your own catering company? Linda Gassenheimer talks with Bill Hansen, one of the top caterers in the US and author of Plating for Profit. He has advice for us. Jacqueline Coleman talks about her trip to Vinitaly in Verona, multi-vintage wines, and the white wines of Lugana on Lake Garda.

Celebrity chef Julian Medina has a unique perspective on Mexican cuisine, beyond tacos and chips. In a conversation with Linda, the award-winning chef shares the distinctive, bold flavors he incorporates into his dishes, including truffle quesadillas, lobster tacos. His approach redefines traditional Mexican fare. Jacqueline Coleman gets Easter and Passover wine recommendations from Smithsonian's...

Whole grains, often in the news. They're good for us and the planet.  What are they? How do we use them? Linda talks with whole grain specialist Maria Speck, author of Simply Ancient Grains and Ancient Grains for Modern Meals. And Jacqueline Coleman talks with Galil Mountain Winery's David Bar-Ilana about fresh spring wines.

Are you looking for some easy home cooking tips? Linda talks with Davon Mosely AKA Royale Eats. He has practical tips to help get dinner on the table in no time. His book is The Home Cook.  And Jacqueline Coleman speaks with Matt Crafton, winemaker at Chateau Montelena, about the history and future of this iconic Napa Valley winery.

Nigeria, one of Africa's most populated countries. We find out more about the types of food and culture there and how it affects food worldwide from Ozoz Sokoh, author of Chop Chop, The Food of Nigeria. And, Jacqueline Coleman speaks with Greg Lambrecht, the founder and inventor of Coravin. Learn how it has revolutionized the wine industry.

The Taste of Education 30 Miami Dade County Public Schools culinary teams' competition. Linda Gassenheimer talks with winning team teachers Marilyn Victores and Frederika King and students Erika Mederos and Alexander Cairo. Hear about their top-rated recipes. Jacqueline Coleman speaks with Elena Carretero of Viña Santa Rita in Chile. Learn about the wine and winery's hotel, Casa Real, ranked in th...

Secret Shoppers in the restaurant world – who are they and why do restaurants need them and welcome their findings? Celebrity Chef Allen Susser has answers and explains how they help make our dining out experience a delight. Tune in to learn more. Jacqueline Coleman talks English wines with Sarah Philips.

Fresh salmon – is it safe, what about raw in sushi? What to look for when buying, using and enjoying salmon. Answers from Kevin McCay, an expert in food technology from Safe Catch. Wine and spirits expert Sunny Fraser talks with former NFL quarterback Damon Huard about his Washington wine.

Looking for some easy home cooking tips? Linda talks with Davon Mosely AKA Royale Eats. He has practical tips to help get dinner on the table in no time. His book is The Home Cook.  And Jacqueline Coleman speaks with Matt Crafton, winemaker at Chateau Montelena, about the history and future of this iconic Napa Valley winery.

Legendary chef and culinary educator Jacques Pepin celebrates his 90th birthday with a series of star-studded chef hosted events in 90 cities across the US. Seria Restaurant in Coconut Grove is hosting one event with Chef Miguel Massens and celebrated chef Norman Van Aken. They tell us their stories about Jacques and what will be served there. Sommelier Jacqueline Coleman talks with Alexa Ferra of...

It's an exciting time for foodies. The South Beach Wine and Food Festival is Feb 20-23. Top food personalities take part in it. I talked with one of them, TV celebrity Cake Master Duff Goldman, and he has some great baking tips for us.  Does the type of flour make a difference? How do you make the best chocolate chip cookies? Tune in for the answers.