Experience a Java House Cold Brew Coffee Pod, and You’ll Be Hooked
Cold brew coffee is java brewed at a low temperature. And, why would you want to drink it? Brewing at a lower temp results in a smoother, richer taste that is less acidic. Amongst other things, the acid in coffee has a way of throwing a diet out of whack,…
10 Reasons to Try Ice Chips, the Xylitol Candy Featured on Shark Tank
Browsing Amazon.com for a deal on Sparx (the extremely tiny, fruit-flavored candies made from xylitol that can help curb a fruity candy craving while on a sugar free diet), I came across Ice Chips. I feel like a guardian diet angel rested on my shoulder and led me to what…
How Does Amy’s Soups Mushroom Bisque with Porcini Taste?
When I was younger, I ate Cream of Mushroom soup and then somewhere along the lines of middle school and beyond, I became disgusted at the thought and sight of mushrooms. Fast forward now, and I have developed an appreciation for the health factor and use of these little pieces…
Need a Stir Fry Soy Sauce Substitute? Try Bragg Liquid Aminos
If you’re cutting out wheat, gluten and sugar from your diet, then you know it’s not that easy to come by products on the market that don’t contain those “forbidden” ingredients. I have to search (sometimes far and wide) to compensate for the things I need to add flavor to…
You Should Really Make a Smoothie using Dannon Oikos Triple Zero Greek Yogurt
It all started with a clearance cooler at the local grocery store, single serving sizes of Dannon Oikos Triple Zero Greek yogurt were marked down to 60 cents. As a huge fan of Greek yogurt, I could not resist and came home with the Peach and Mixed Berry varieties. Since…
Shopping Tips, Fun Facts and Recommendations for Trader Joe’s
Trader Joe’s is a specialty retail grocery store that I constantly find new and unique foods, mostly healthy. If you’re lucky to have a TJ’s in your neck of the woods, it’s a fun place to shop. I’ve been to the store in four different states: California, Michigan, Illinois, and…
Gift Idea for Dessert Lovers: Chocolate Waffleshots
If you’re looking for a way to elevate your mini-dessert creativity, then you might want to take a look at ‘waffle shots’ – chocolate-dipped mini waffle cone cups that you fill with extra tastiness. The first time I saw these lil’ temptations was on UncommonGoods.com. They featured two different flavors:…
10 Ways to Celebrate, Entertain and Feed Lots of People with a #Hormel Gatherings Party Tray
I received free product in exchange for my honest review. Food plays an important role in family get-togethers and events that involve socializing with others. Sometimes, you have the energy to recreate a Pinterest masterpiece, while other times, you just need a quick and easy appetizer. Good news, a HORMEL…
Oh Yeah…Coolhaus Bananas Foster Ice Cream is a High Quality Indulgence
Shipping their pre-packed ice creams to stores across the U.S., Coolhaus is a woman-owned company headquartered in California that sells frozen treats out of a food truck locally and two Southern California-based storefronts in Pasadena and Culver City, Bananas Foster is one of my favorite desserts; it’s made with caramelized…
Oreo Love: Cookie Butter Oreos and Mint Oreo Chocolate Candy Bar
Cookie butter is a flavor introduced to me via Trader Joe’s, which sells it in jars, offers a cookie butter cheesecake that quickly sells out during the holiday season, and makes other variations of desserts. Most recently, I nearly gagged on the overly sweet Arby’s limited edition Cookie Butter Shake…
