On this delicious episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show, presented in collaboration with the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), we’re joined by Jeffrey Spear, author of the mouthwatering book “My Life in Gluttony: A Culinary Adventure.”

From indulging in street food like char-grilled mouse in Malawi to tracking down the best hot dogs in New York City, Jeffrey shares the unforgettable meals, flavors, and foodie moments that have defined his travels across the globe. With stops in Ghana, South Africa, Lebanon, Paris, Serbia, and beyond, Spear shows us that culinary curiosity can turn any trip into a gastronomic adventure.

Tune in as Jeffrey discusses: - His philosophy of “living to eat” - His most surprising and exotic food finds - The 96 travel-inspired recipes featured in his book - Memorable moments from travels in the U.S. and abroad

Whether you're a food lover, travel enthusiast, or just curious about global cuisines, this episode will awaken your taste buds and spark your wanderlust!

📖 Grab your copy of “My Life in Gluttony: A Culinary Adventure” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/My-Life-Gluttony-Culinary-Adventure/dp/0988919117

🍲 Try Jeffrey’s featured recipe – Mućkalica - here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/jeffrey-spear-my-life-in-gluttony/

Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/

🎧 This episode is also featured on our Big Blend Radio “Vacation Station” Travel Channel! Explore even more engaging shows on the Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, travel writer and author Kathleen Walls talks about her experiences in beautiful and historic Wytheville, Virginia.

For a small town, she visited a huge array of diverse attractions, ranging from the home of a woman who was once acting President of the United States to a safari where the animals run loose and you are enclosed in a bus. Read her story about it all, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/experience-the-one-and-only-wytheville/

Kathleen Walls is publisher/writer for American Roads and Global Highways at https://www.americanroads.net/. A member of the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association, her articles and photographs have appeared in numerous magazines and online publications. She is also an author of numerous travel books, online travel guides, and fiction novels. Learn more about her books at https://katywalls.com/.

Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/

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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 in Lafayette, Louisiana including the food, music, history and culture, outdoor adventures, and family-friendly fun.

Lafayette is known as the Happiest City in America, where people visit from all over the world for an immersive experience. This vibrant city has a distinct culinary identity as the epicenter of Cajun & Creole cuisine, earning them the title Best Culinary Town in the South by The Local Palate. No matter what time of year you visit Lafayette, they will have something for you to celebrate. More: https://www.lafayettetravel.com/

Save the date for the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) 2025 Professional Development Conference in Lafayette, Louisiana from October 12-16, 2025 and learn more about the organization, here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/