Celebrate the flavors of fall in this delicious episode of Big Blend Radio’s Wine Time with Peggy podcast! Peggy Fiandaca, co-owner of Arizona’s LDV Winery, takes listeners on a flavorful journey through the magic of wine and spice pairings, the excitement of harvest season, and the joy of cooking with fresh herbs.

From cumin and saffron to black pepper and allspice, discover how spices can elevate both your kitchen creations and your wine tasting experiences. Plus, in honor of National Cookie Month, Peggy shares a special recipe for Wine-Infused Cookies—the perfect treat for pairing with your favorite fall wine.

🍷 Podcast Listener Special – Extended through Mid-October 2025! Purchase 12-bottle cases of select LDV wines for 50% off. Mix and match welcome! ➡️ Available at the LDV Winery Tasting Room. ➡️ Out-of-state listeners can order by emailing Peggy@ldvwinery.com or calling +1 480-664-4822. Just mention the Wine Time with Peggy podcast!

✨ Episode Highlights: - Wine and spice make everything nice. - Harvest season brings unique flavors to wines. - Rotate spices for optimal freshness and flavor. - Cooking with fresh herbs adds depth to dishes. - Saffron may be pricey, but it’s magical.

Celebrate National Cookie Month with wine-infused cookies! 🍪 Recipe of the Month: Wine-Infused Cookies - Get it Here: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/cmqu/#p=1

🍇 Learn more about LDV Winery: https://ldvwinery.com 🎧 Follow Wine Time with Peggy: https://wine-time-peggy.podbean.com/

This episode is also featured on other Big Blend Radio Network channels including Eat, Drink & Be Merry and Big Daily Blend. Discover more at: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork

Celebrate the end of National Chicken Month (September) with this From the Vault (2018) episode of Big Blend Radio featuring Ivan Flowers, 5-Star Chef and Educator, who shares how to make Guajillo Roasted Chicken and some great cooking tips. See his recipe: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/guajillo-roasted-chicken/ Featured music is 'Te Quiere Mucho' from the 'Please Remember Me' album available at DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun - www.DeGrazia.org

In this inspiring Big Blend Radio conversation, journalist and author Jane Eisner discusses her new biography, "Carole King: She Made the Earth Move" (Yale Jewish Lives, Sept. 16, 2025). Eisner explores the extraordinary life and career of Carole King, from her humble beginnings in postwar Jewish Brooklyn to her rise as one of America’s most influential singer-songwriters.

The interview delves into King’s groundbreaking role in a male-dominated industry, her authentic and timeless songwriting, her struggles and triumphs as a woman balancing fame and family, and her activism on environmental and social issues. Eisner also highlights how King’s Jewish heritage and immigrant background shaped her artistry, and how her music continues to inspire themes of resilience, honesty, and hope across generations.

🎶 Carole King’s songs — from “Will You Love Me Tomorrow” to the Grammy-winning Tapestry album and beyond — remain beloved worldwide, and Eisner’s book offers a fresh, insightful perspective into the mind and soul of this legendary artist.

This interview is part of Big Blend Radio’s National Literacy Month programming, celebrating the power of books and storytelling. Through Jane Eisner’s biography of Carole King, we see how literature and journalism preserve the voices of cultural icons and inspire new generations of readers and music lovers alike.

📖 Learn more about Jane Eisner and her work at: https://jeisner.com/

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