Live the Good Life

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 30 of the “Live the Good Life” Podcast, has just been published.  In Episode 30 Host Aaron Diaz joins his co-host and brother Adam Diaz to participate in a side-by-side tasting of some outstanding libations.  For this podcast, we were very fortunate to have the opportunity to add a very expensive bottle of Kentucky Straight Bourbon, provided by our good friend To...

Send us Fan Mail In Season 2, Episode 29 of the “Live the Good Life” Podcast, Host Aaron Diaz interviews a relatively new winery owner and outstanding winemaker who just set up shop in downtown Walla Walla!  He brings energy and passion to his winemaking and he comes with an impressive pedigree in the wine industry as well.  We’ll be discussing his past experiences in the wine industry, his new wi...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 28 Host Aaron Diaz interviews the owner and CEO of TC Black, a luxury transportation service located right here in the Tri Cities.  When it comes to Living the Good Life, driving through the vineyards and sampling delicious wines are at the top of the list for me.  Even for those who live in Eastern Washington, creating a wine-tasting itinerary and accommodating travel...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 27 of the “Live the Good Life” Podcast, Host Aaron Diaz facilitates a panel discussion with three of Washington’s most impressive and distinguished winemakers.  They include Jessica Munnell (Wautoma Springs), Stephanie Cohen (Col Solare) and Kerry Shiels (Côte Bonneville).  We focus our discussion on a series of impactful issues currently facing the Washington wi...

Send us Fan Mail In Season 2, Episode 26 of the “Live the Good Life” Podcast, Host Aaron Diaz interviews one of Washington’s premier winemakers and they discuss his unique approach and philosophy to winemaking.  Our guest is one half of a dynamic duo with his wife Shae, who also crafts wines and together they own and operate Frichette Winery on Red Mountain.  We discuss everything wine, and my gue...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 25 of the “Live the Good Life” Podcast, has just been published.  In Episode 25 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz is joined by two dynamic young women who represent hundreds of thousands of Generation Z up and coming wine lovers.  I recently had the opportunity to tour these two ladies on a day-long wine tasting adventure in Walla Walla Wine Coun...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 24 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz is joined by his friend John Paul LeCompte on the “Live the Good Life” Podcast.  John Paul is a long time connoisseur of wine, and has a well developed and discriminating palate and sense of smell.  He is the perfect guest today, as we delve into “Wine aromas and why people smell wines.”  The objective here is to hel...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 23 of "Live the Good Life", Co-Host Adam Diaz records his brother and Host - Aaron Diaz as he demonstrates how to apply high temperature grilling for two bone-in Australian Wagyu ribeye steaks.  When preparing bone-in cuts of meat, it’s often a challenge to acquire a uniform level of “doneness” as it takes more heat and generally more time to cook the meat tha...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 22 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz interviews one of his very favorite people in the Washington Wine Industry.  Ellie Zeron is the winemaker for Elk Haven Winery located on Red Mountain, here in Southeast Washington.  In 1999, with her newly acquired degree in Chemical Engineering, she traveled to the U.S. from Venezuela, to learn English and to gain...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 21 of "Live the Good Life", Co-Host Adam Diaz records his brother and Host - Aaron Diaz as he guides you step-by-step, in demonstrating how to prepare and grill a special cut of meat that we found locally, here in the Tri Cities.  These Snake River Farms, Gold Grade cuts of meat are simply outstanding.  In this episode, we’ll show you how to make a delicious b...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 20 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz interviews the butcher for a local establishment in the Tri Cities that sells some of the world's finest cuts of meat.  When it comes to Living the Good Life, USDA prime and luxury high-grade meats are at the top of our list.  In the episode, Aaron interviews an expert when it comes to luxury meats.  We’ll be di...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode #19 of “Live The Good Life” we introduce you to the world of pipes and pipe tobacco.  In this episode, my brother (Co-Host Adam Diaz) and I provide you with some basic information on how to enjoy pipes and pipe tobacco, including different pipe sizes and designs, how to light your pipe, and also how to store your tobacco.  We will guide you step-by-step, through the pro...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 18 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz records himself in a solo episode, guiding you step-by-step, through the process of how to prepare his Cajun, pan-fried shrimp.  This recipe is fast, simple to cook, and can be prepared as an hors d’oeuvre/appetizer or as a main entrée.  This recipe is something my family and friends really enjoy, and I’m sure you’ll...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 17 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz records his brother and Co-Host - Adam Diaz as he guides you step-by-step, in demonstrating how to prepare his amazing fried & baked potatoes with grilled USDA prime ribeyes.  He will show you how to create a new glaze for his steaks and then we'll pair our meal with some outstanding Red Mountain wines.  Aft...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 16 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz interviews a winery owner, an outstanding winemaker, a culinary expert, a wine historian, and a whiskey distiller….all in one human body!  We’ll be discussing his experiences in the wine industry, his knowledge about Washington wine history, his wine making approach and some insights into some delicious wine pairing...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 15 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz records his brother and Co-Host - Adam Diaz as he guides you step-by-step, in demonstrating how to prepare his amazing fried rice.  In addition, he will show you how to create a simple but delicious steak marinade and then he’ll provide his grilling tips and prepare an absolutely delicious meal you can easily follow,...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 14 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz interviews Justin Michaud, of Coyote Canyon Winery.   This year, Justin was a recipient of one of Washington State’s Fantastic Four “Best” Winemakers of the Year.  He is the winemaker for Coyote Canyon Winery located in Prosser, Washington.  He’s been in the wine business since 2001 and has created quite the pedigree...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 13 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz interviews Shae Frichette, of Frichette Winery.   We will be talking about Red Mountain wines, and in particular, Shae's lineup of personally crafted wines.  With over a decade of experience co-owning and operating a family-owned winery located smack in the middle of the Red Mountain AVA, we will get acquainted...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 12 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz interviews Jeff Andrews, of Andrews Family Vineyards.  Our focus is on the Horse Heaven Hills AVA, a beautiful and expansive viticultural region of Southeast Washington wine country.  With over 17,000 acres of vineyards, this appellation makes up over 25% of the planted wine grapes in Washington State!  Jeff, along w...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 11 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz interviews Jenn Nance, a long-time Pacific Northwest wine expert and former Executive Director of the Red Mountain AVA Alliance.  We will chat about wines and current issues facing the wine industry.  In addition, we will learn about her latest venture in creating a company, and we’ll discover how she’s continuing to...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 10 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz and his brother, Co-Host Adam Diaz review 4 different cigars and pair these cigars with 4 different drinks.  We'll also show you how we prepare our cigars before we smoke.  We hope you enjoy this episode as we provide our insights on these award winning cigars and delicious libations.  This episode is an experim...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 9 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz interviews Bryce Appleby, Tasting Room Manager for Fidelitas Winery on Red Mountain, in Benton City, Washington.  Bryce is a guy who truly personifies "Living the Good Life".   He is a family man, an outstanding musician, a gourmet chef, and a very knowledgeable wine expert.  In this episode, we get to know...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 8 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz interviews Bart Fawbush, owner and Winemaker of Bartholomew Winery in Kennewick, Washington.  Bart is one of the Pacific Northwest's best and most innovative winemakers.  He brings a unique approach and philosophy to winemaking in Washington State.  Bartholomew Winery is located in the Columbia Gardens Wine &...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 7 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz is joined by his brother, Co-Host Adam Diaz as they talk about how to prepare delicious Steak marinades.  The Diaz brothers will share some great recipes and describe how to create delicious concoctions that infuse the steaks with sweet, savory and spicy flavors while tenderizing the meat at the same time.  They will...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 6 of "Live the Good Life", Host Aaron Diaz interviews April Reddout, owner and CEO of Reddout Wine Consulting based in the Tri Cities, Washington.  April is an expert wine educator and management consultant who is focused on helping the Northwest Wine Industry across the board.  Reddout Wine Consulting aims to help winery owners, winemakers and tasting room st...