Food, Wine, and Travel with IFWTWA

From food and brews, to museums, lodging, and hiking, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Janice Sakata-Schultze who gives a local's inside scoop on "The Best of Golden, Colorado."   Highlights include Xicamiti La Taqueria Bistro, Woody's Wood-fired Pizza, Gilden Mill Food Hall, Clear Creek Trail, Coors Brewery Tours, The E...

Celebrate Great Outdoors Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, travel writer Scott Kendall who talks about his week long family vacation exploring the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri. Hear about the destination's golf, boating, hiking, eating, relaxing, and lodging opportunities. Read Scott's article about his trip, here: https://blendrad...

From Frank Lloyd Wright to to the Flight 93 National Memorial, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel Show" with the International Food Wine & Travel Show features Eric Knopsnyder who shares what to experience in the Laurel Highlands region of southwestern Pennsylvania. Located just east of Pittsburgh, this beautiful four-season destination offers spectacular natural scener...

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and author Elsa Dixon who talks about her experiences Cruising the Bay of Bengal where she visited five countries through nine ports of call including: Thailand (Bangkok, Koh Samui), Singapore (Singapore), Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur, George Town), Sri Lanka (Colombo), India (Goa, Mumbai, Jaip...

Celebrate Oregon Wine Month (May) with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel Show" with the International Food Wine & Travel Show.  Featured guest is Carole Skeeters-Stevens of Travel Medford in Southern Oregon's Rogue Valley who talks about what you can experience in the region from Wine Tasting, Dining, Agricultural Destinations, and Seasonal Festivals to Crater Lake Nat...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, travel writer Marni Patterson talks about her 10-day experience in Northern Greece where she traveled through centuries of history.   Hear how she walked in the footsteps of Alexander the Great and Paul the Apostle, saw monasteries that date back to the 11th century, monuments to World War I, met revolutionary heroes,...

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA we discover some of the hidden gems and forgotten stories of Michigan with Amy Piper, author of "Secret Michigan: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure" (Reedy Press).   Amy Piper is a freelance travel writer, blogger, and photographer who specializes in luxury and multigenerational travel. She travels t...

South Africa offers a unique blend of nature, culture, ocean, and unique thrill-seeking experiences. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, travel journalist Bernie van der Linde shares why South Africa is known as "a world in one country," and discusses its diverse landscapes and experiences. Read her article that highlights some of her recommended must-d...

It's all about what to experiences on Whidbey and Camano Islands on this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA. Featured guest is Inge Morascini who talks about the area's nature and outdoor adventures, farms and regional flavors, history and cultural arts, seasonal events, and unique lodging destinations.   Located in the middle of Puget Sound, Whidbe...

From the Grand Tetons and Yellowstone to Devils Tower National Monument and Mount Rushmore, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Susan Lanier-Graham, who shares some of her RV adventures through America's Western National Park Country, along with some great advice for those just getting started in RV travel.   Susan Lanier-G...

Lafayette is at the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun & Creole Country, an area known as the Happiest City in America. From outdoor adventures to festivals, music, and foodie fun, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Benjamin J. Berthelot, President & CEO of Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission, who shares what to experience i...

Poland’s breathtaking landscapes, history, and exceptional cuisine render it a must-visit destination. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, Sharon Kurtz shares her recent adventures in the captivating cities of Warsaw, Krakow, and Poznan, where she experienced Poland’s culinary renaissance and found hidden gems along the way. You can read about it in her...

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features award-winning travel writer and photographer Julie Diebolt Price who gives a fun overview of her southwest road trip from Phoenix, Arizona to Golden, Boulder, and Denver in Colorado, and Santa Fe and Albuquerque in New Mexico.   Hear about the restaurants, public art, unique experiences, and amazing ho...

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Food Wine & Travel Show” with IFWTWA features Meg Heinen of CityPASS, who shares how you can save BIG on the top attractions across North America in landmark cities and destinations like Boston, Chicago, New York, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Orlando, Tampa Bay, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, San Diego & Southern California, San Francisco, Seattle, and Toronto....

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Judy Karnia who provides a delightful overview of what to experience in sunny Scottsdale, Arziona. Hear about the city's nature and outdoor recreational adventures, the virbant downtown, art and cultural activities, as well as the delectable dining and wine tasting opportunities. Read Judy's article...

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and lecturer David Kriso who talks about the many benefits of Amtrak travel.   David's railroading spirit has taken him aboard the Strasburg Railroad in Pennsylvania, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad in Colorado, and to the top of Pike’s Pike aboard the Manitou Springs an...

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Rose Palmer who talks about her 10-day travel adventure with Iceland ProCruises. On this 10-day cruise, she experienced the major cultural and scenic highlights as well as some off the beaten path sights with knowledgeable local guides. Read her story here: http://tinyurl.com/mv7536p5   Traveling th...

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Dave DeGolyer from Explore Steuben, who shares what to experience in Corning and Steuben County, up in the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York.   WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/mW2i4tiq_Yw   Between the extraordinary landscape and outdoor adventures, the charming small towns, the...

This special episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features five board members who share the benefits of joining the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association. They also give a brief overview of the 2024 IFWTWA Conference experience in upstate New York.   FEATURED GUESTS: * Cori Solomon - IFWTWA President and Membership Chair. More: https://www.writ...

From Northern Greece and New Brunswick, Canada to South Carolina and Texas, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA focuses on must-do travel experiences. Watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DEyiuX1RkKQ   FEATURED IFWTWA TRAVEL WRITERS: * GAVIN BOOTH and his wife Karen started CoupleintheKitchen.com while on a wine-filled trip to Sonoma, California....

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Dan Howard, VP Of Communications at Visit Park City, who shares what to experience in Park City, Utah, a world-renowned destination for outdoor adventure and mountain town charm.   While working to become a leader in sustainable tourism, Park City offers year-round recreation, stunning scenery, a vibrant cultural...

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Barbara Redding who talks about her three-week tour of Morocco that went from Tangier to the Sahara Desert, and then out to cosmopolitan Casablanca. Check out her article and photos, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-magical-tour-of-morocco/ WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/...

From Egypt to Southern California and Florida, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA focuses on holiday escapes and destinations. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/-XO0eSXI5Gs FEATURED IFWTWA TRAVEL WRITERS: * MICHELE D. BAKER is a world traveler, travel writer, photographer, author, and co-owner of Treasures of Egypt Tours and Pyramids Overlook...

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features Cori Solomon who shares her adventures in Torrance, Southern California. This city, a part of Los Angeles County, is also part of the South Bay, a group of coastal cities that include Hermosa Beach and Redondo Beach. Torrance lies along a mile-and-a-half stretch of beachfront on the Pacific Ocean. Like all the be...

From tracking Silverback Gorillas in Uganda to sipping tea up in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and photographer Jamie Edwards. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/yUK-a2wSMm8 Jamie Edwards is an avid traveler, photographer, and award-winning travel writer. She launched...