Food, News & Views, Ep. 311: Caribbean Flavors! with Chef Chris Valdes, Jacqueline Coleman
Food, News & Views with Linda Gassenheimer
Release Date: 03/11/2026
Food, News & Views with Linda Gassenheimer
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Eugenia Bone, all about mushrooms! Jacqueline Coleman and Nicolas Seillan, winemaker at Château Lassègue in Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France.
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Do you have memories of foods you grew up with? Have you tried to recreate them? Chef Chris Valdez does. He’s a TV personality, celebrity caterer and cookbook author. He created a fusion cuisine based on the Caribbean Flavors he grew up with adding modern influences. He talks with Linda Gassenheiemr and gives us tips for making family recipes at home. Sommelier Jacqueline Coleman talks about champagne.
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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 the La Birra Bar co-owner, 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.
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What is it like to live in space and I wondered what they eat. Astronaut Dr. Cady Coleman spent 6 months on the International Space Station and talked with Linda about her experiences there and food in space. Her book is Sharing Space: An Astronaut’s Guide to Mission, Wonder and Making Change. Jacqueline Coleman has wine news.
info_outlineDo you have memories of foods you grew up with? Have you tried to recreate them? Chef Chris Valdez does. He’s a TV personality, celebrity caterer and cookbook author. He created a fusion cuisine based on the Caribbean Flavors he grew up with adding modern influences. He talks with Linda Gassenheiemr and gives us tips for making family recipes at home. Sommelier Jacqueline Coleman talks about champagne.