The Blue Lifestyle Minute is a long-running feature spot on WCBS 880 AM in New York City and on KNX 1070 AM in Los Angeles. The subject of the feature includes restaurant, wine and spirit reviews and lifestyle subjects, mostly associated with food. Anthony Dias Blue received a James Beard Award for the Blue Lifestyle Minute in 2001.
The Blue Lifestyle Minute airs twice during the week and three times on Saturdays.
The Bitter Truth. I’m Anthony Dias Blue with the Blue Lifestyle Minute sponsored by CUISINART. Bitters are often the unsung hero of a cocktail, creating balance, counterpoint, and the depth of flavor that makes cocktails unique and interesting. The...
Lenark Vodka. I’m Anthony Dias Blue with the Blue Lifestyle Minute sponsored by CUISINART. Born out of rebellion, Lenark is a stunning Polish Vodka made from the best available cereal grains and pure Polish Lake district water. Six times...
2019 Aquilini Sauvignon Blanc from Red Mountain in Washington State
2019 Aquilini Sauvignon Blanc from Red Mountain in Washington State. I’m Anthony Dias Blue with the Blue Lifestyle Minute sponsored by CUISINART. Rising up out of the far corner of Washington state’s Yakima Valley, Aquilini vineyard is producing wines...
Halloween Pick Me Up. I’m Anthony Dias Blue with the Blue Lifestyle Minute sponsored by CUISINART. Halloween is going to need some life support this year, so why not kick it up with a Zombie cocktail. Fruity, fun and...
The Bitter Truth Golden Falernum Rum Liqueur
The Bitter Truth Golden Falernum Rum Liqueur. I’m Anthony Dias Blue with the Blue Lifestyle Minute sponsored by CUISINART. This rum-based sweet liqueur is a great addition to any bartender’s repertoire. Pale amber color with lovely sweet spice and...
Bouvery CV Chocolate Liqueur. I’m Anthony Dias Blue with the Blue Lifestyle Minute sponsored by CUISINART. Dessert spirits can be a dime a dozen, but Bouvery CV Chocolate Liqueur blows everything else out of the water. It is amazing—think...
Roaming Dog Wines. I’m Anthony Dias Blue with the Blue Lifestyle Minute sponsored by CUISINART. Named after the vineyard dog that appeared one day and decided to stay, Roaming Dog Wines are great expressions of Washington State viticulture. The...
Gin: How To Drink It. I’m Anthony Dias Blue with the Blue Lifestyle Minute sponsored by CUISINART. Featuring 125 different gins, and four ways to drink each one. This new book from acclaimed spirits author Dave Broom has all...
Greenbar Distillery Canned Cocktails
Greenbar Distillery Canned Cocktails. I’m Anthony Dias Blue with the Blue Lifestyle Minute sponsored by CUISINART. Greenbar Distillery was the first, post-Prohibition distillery in LA, and they have more canned cocktails than you’ll know what to do with. Founded...
El Sativo Blanco Tequila. I’m Anthony Dias Blue with the Blue Lifestyle Minute sponsored by CUISINART. Winner of Double Gold and Tequila of the Year at the 2020 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, this exceptional single estate distillation hails...