Food, News & Views with Linda Gassenheimer

Have you been on a cruise or thinking about taking one? What is the food and beverage scene at like at sea and can we recreate some of their new food trends at home? Wine and food writer, Sunny Fraser, has just returned from SeaTrade, the largest crise ship exposition here. She talks with Linda Gassenheimer about food and drinks at sea and how some can spice up our meals at home.

Hassle free meals and in minutes! Knowing what to have in your pantry can help make meals with ease and also meals that are well balanced. Linda Gassenheimer speaks with Chef Janet Armstrong, Culinary Insights Manage for Mars Foods and has a degree in food science and nutrition. She has some great tips for us. And sommelier Jacqueline Coleman speaks with Matt Crafton from Chateau Montelena about the history and future of his Napa Valley winery.

Have you heard about the Italian Lugana region? It's a little-known area of Italy with exceptional white wines and delicious seafood. Sommelier Jacqueline Coleman just returned from there and tells us all about this exciting part of Italy and how we can enjoy some of their products.

Snacks – how often do you snack? Have you thought about changing your selections? What are the new emerging food trends? Misty Skolnick studies the latest food news. She talks with Linda Gassenheimer and has some tips for us. Sommelier Jacqueline Coleman gives her latest wine news.

Do you love a really good burger? What goes into making a delicious one? Burger popularity was showcased at the south beach wine and food festival at their burger bash event. The big winner from the people's choice award this year is the Dubai burger from La Birra Bar. Renzo Cocchia, co-owner of La Birra Bar, is here to tell us all about it and how we can create the perfect burger at home. Sommelier Jacqueline Coleman gives her latest wine news.

The Taste of Education 30 Miami Dade County Public Schools culinary teams' competition. Linda Gassenheimer talks with one of the winning teams teacher, Eida De La Fuente and top winning students Sophie Juarez and Juana Diaz Mayer. Hear about their top-rated recipes and the goal of the program. Sommelier Jacqueline Coleman talks how to buy wine at the market.

Are you in the mood for a great brunch? It's become an American favorite. Chef Suzanne Vizethann is the owner of the acclaimed restaurant Buttermilk Kitchen and author of the cookbook brunch Season. She talks with Linda Gassenheimer about great brunch ideas and stress-free hosting.

Celebrity chef Julian Medina has a unique perspective on Mexican cuisine, beyond tacos and chips. In a conversation with Linda, the award-winning chef shares the distinctive, bold flavors he incorporates into his dishes, including truffle quesadillas, lobster tacos. His approach redefines traditional Mexican fare. Jacqueline Coleman gets Easter and Passover wine recommendations from The Smithsonian's National Wine Educator, Erik Segelbaum.

Nigeria, one of Africa's most populated countries. We find out more about the types of food and culture there and how it affects food worldwide from Ozoz Sokoh, author of Chop Chop, The Food of Nigeria.

And, Jacqueline Coleman speaks with Greg Lambrecht, the founder and inventor of Coravin. Learn how it has revolutionized the wine industry.

Eugenia Bone, all about mushrooms!

Jacqueline Coleman and Nicolas Seillan, winemaker at Château Lassègue in Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France.