Big Blend Radio: Linda Kissam Explores Steveston, BC

Travel writer Linda Kissam “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva” talks about her adventures in the historic port town of Stevenson, British Columbia, an old salmon canning town, now turned into a thriving coastal attraction and backdrop for the small town of Storybrooke, in the ABC hit TV series Once Upon a Time.

Authentic Lafayette, Louisiana - Linda Kissam, Benjamin Berthelot & Captain Friedman on Big Blend Radio

Lafayette is considered to be the center of Acadiana, the area of Cajun and Louisiana Creole culture in the state. From swamp boat tours to rum tasting, zydeco breakfasts and tours of the Tabasco Factory, travel writer Linda Kissam ‘Food, Wine & Shopping Diva’, Benjamin J. Berthelot - President & CEO of Lafayette Convention and Visitors Commission, and Captain Tucker Friedman - Owner of Atchafalaya Basin Landing & Marina, share what makes Lafayette such a unique and fun destination. See Linda's travel story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/authentic-lafayette-louisiana/Featured music is ‘Luke’s Stomp’ by www.JohnnyMastro.com

Willamette Valley Wine Country - Linda Kissam, Morgen McLaughlin, Taylor Pfaff on Big Blend Radio

Big Blend Radio's Happy Hour show celebrates the Willamette Valley Wine Country in Oregon, known for producing elegant Pinot Noirs, crisp Chardonnays, and striking Rieslings! Featured Guests include: - Big Blend travel writer Linda Kissam ‘Food, Wine & Shopping Diva’ (pictured)- Morgen McLaughlin - Executive Director of the Willamette Valley Wineries - Taylor Pfaff - CEO of Left Coast Estate in Rickreall, Oregon (pictured). See Linda's Willamette Valley Wine story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/tasting-willamette-valley-wine-country/Featured music is “Willamette Fog” from the album “Parting Is” by guitarist www.JonDurant.com

Excellence in Tourism - Bobbi DePorter and Linda Kissam on Big Blend Radio

Part 5 of Big Blend Radio’s Excellence in Tourism series on How to Put the “I” Back Into Community through a Responsible Tourism Plan that incorporates the 8 Keys of Excellence. This discussion focuses on the 4th Key of Tourism Excellence, “THIS IS IT! Attention to detail. Stay focused and tuned into your community and visitor needs.”Featured guest panelists include: Bobbi DePorter - Co-founder of SuperCamp, and travel writer Linda Kissam ‘Food, Wine & Travel Diva’ - President of International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association. More on Tourism Excellence Here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/putting-the-i-back-in-community-pt-1/Music on this episode is “Time Stands Still” from the album “Feast” by Tall Men Group.

The Ladies Who Rock Whidbey Island - Linda Kissam, Sherrye Wyatt, Karen Krug, Judy Feldman, Mona Newbauer on Big Blend Radio

Join Lisa D. Smith and special guest co-host travel writer Linda Kissam, “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva,” for a special Tourism Excellence Panel Discussion focusing on four exceptional leading ladies who are living out their dreams, leading their community and inspiring the next generation as they share their special gifts and talents. Each step they take moves Whidbey Island’s economic and tourism forward to what success looks like. Meet The Rock Stars of Whidbey Island:- Sherrye Wyatt - PR & Marketing Manager at Whidbey and Camano Islands Tourism - Karen Krug - Owner of Spoiled Dog Winery - Judy Feldman - Executive Director of Organic Farm School - Mona Newbauer - Owner of Sweet Mona's Chocolate Boutique Featured music is "Unstoppable" by Doreen Taylor. Read Linda's article here: http://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/the-ladies-who-rock-whidbey-island/

Costa Mesa, California Getaway - Linda Kissam on Big Blend Radio

Yearning to explore a fresh dining and shopping scene for your next long Southern California weekend getaway? From fusion cuisine and cooking classes, to wine tasting and shopping, travel writer Linda Kissam explains why Costa Mesa should be on your radar. Read her travel article here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/costa-mesa-california-getaway/Featured music on this episode is "Hey Hey California" by Everett Coast.

Big Blend Radio: Linda Kissam - Viking River Cruise from Prague to Berlin

From Prague to Berlin, Big Blend travel writer Linda Kissam ‘Food, Wine & Shopping Diva’, shares her shopping and cultural adventures on a Viking River Cruise. Read Linda's article here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/cruisin-for-a-deal/

Linda Kissam: Travel Writer Insider

Known as the ‘Food, Wine & Shopping Diva’, travel writer Linda Kissam is a longtime Big Blend Radio guest and contributor sharing stories about her food, wine and travel adventures across the country and around the world. A seasoned writer with a background in publicity and tourism management, Linda is also the President of the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). Read Linda's articles and hear her Big Blend Radio interviews here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/linda-kissam/

Two Great Cookbooks - Linda Kissam, Carrie Bonfitto, Jessica Formicola

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" Show features writer Linda Kissam, and cookbook authors Carrie Bonfitto - "What to Eat: Why to Eat it," and Jessica Formicola - "Beef It Up!: 50 Mouthwatering Recipes for Ground Beef, Steaks, Stews, Roasts, Ribs, and More." Read Linda's review of their cookbooks and see recipes from the books, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/two-great-cookbooks-beef-it-up-and-what-to-eat-why-to-eat-it/Linda Kissam appears on Big Blend Radio every first Saturday. Follow her adventures at http://allingoodtaste.info/