What’s Fresh for the Holidays: 2025 Produce Trends & Gift Ideas

Celebrate the holiday season with this delicious and insightful episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Food, Wine & Travel Show” with host Linda Kissam, aka “Food, Wine & Shopping Diva.” She’s joined by Robert Schueller of Melissa’s World Variety Produce to discuss the top holiday produce trends for 2025 — from quince and chestnuts to pickling, luxury fruits, and festive gift basket ideas.

In this engaging conversation, Linda and Robert explore unique holiday ingredients and how to prepare them, the rise of home pickling and fermentation, and creative ways to use seasonal fruits and vegetables in both dishes and décor. They also share insights into trending gift ideas, like Royal Vine Grapes and gourmet produce baskets that make the holidays extra special.

🔗 Read Linda’s article: “Top Trends for Holiday Produce 2025” https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/top-trends-for-holiday-produce-2025/

🔗 Shop Melissa's Produce & See Recipes: https://www.melissas.com/

🔗 Listen to more of Linda Kissam’s travel and food podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1LoD5wiSJu4NM4KZxuJYoj

🔗 Follow Diva Linda’s blog and adventures: https://allingoodtaste.info/

🔗 This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio’s "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" and "Big Daily Blend" podcast channels. Explore the Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork