Category Archives: Food and Drink Products

Happy Hanukkah Oreo® Cookies Review

Gourmet Gift Baskets: Happy Hanukkah Oreo® Cookies Review + Giveaway

gourmet-gift-baskets-happy-hanukkah-oreo-cookiesOne of my favorite things when I was a teenager and I hosted slumber parties one of my favorite treats were Chocolate Covered Oreos.

Truth be told, I would deliberately make my friends think they were not good so that I would have more. This plan was 1 part genius and 1 part selfish and inevitably I would end up sharing despite my deep desire to hoard them to myself.

When I was contacted recently from GourmetGiftBaskets.com, and saw their Happy Hanukkah Oreo® Cookies I was reminded of those moments of indulgence. 

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Salba Chia: Chia Seed New Year 2017 Giveaway

Salba Chia: Chia Seed Resolve to Eat Chia Giveaway

salba-chia-closeup-of-seedsRecently we have begun making healthier snacks – yogurt with granola and smoothies. We discovered that when we added chia seeds, we would see small changed in our overall well-being.

With the dawn of a new year comes the promise of life changes, adjustments and sometimes unobtainable goals. Many times these aspirations can be easier than we think with a small additions to our diets.

With that in a mind I am thrilled to offer one winner the change to start the new year health and win  a 12.7 oz bag of Whole Salba Chia Seeds from Salba Smart Natural Products. Continue reading →

GourmetGiftBaskets.com: Nostalgic Candy Gift Crate Review

Gourmet Gift Baskets: Nostalgic Candy Gift Crate Review + Giveaway

nostalgic-basketIf there is one way to describe me, nostalgic comes to mind. I love to see things from my youth, and have began a collection of old toys and advertisements.

One thing that always reminds me of my childhood is candy. I remember when I was young, my father would take me to breakfast each weekend, and while he sat and chatted with friends, I would go over to the general store in the same center and purchase a couple of pieces of candy. My choices were usually items that would give me more candy, for less cost.

When I was recently contacted by GourmetGiftBaskets.com, and took a little time to peruse their website, I was immediately struck with gift inspiration – the first thing that caught my eye was the Nostalgic Candy Gift Crate.

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Chef’s Cut Jerky Deluxe Package Giveaway – Holiday 2016

Chef’s Cut Jerky Deluxe Package Giveaway – Holiday 2016

chefs-cute-jerky-out-of-packageIf there are two things that are known about me and this blog it is number one, we are jerky fans and number two, I love to have the opportunity to giveaway things that I love!

Recently our local store had jerky on sale for 60% off the regular price. This mysterious sale lasted for almost 6 weeks and each time we went shopping around $30.00 of our bill would be for the jerky. While we never figured out why this was on sale, we definitely cashed in while we could.

The snack I am referring to is Chef’s Cut Real Jerky! Since we are such fans I was thrilled to have the opportunity to give a Deluxe Package away to one lucky reader.

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SunButter: Sunflower Spread Holiday 2016 Giveaway

SunButter: Sunflower Butter Holiday 2016 Giveaway

sunbutter-holiday-giveaway-2016I love Sunflowers and they are my favorite flower. Since I am known and notorious flower killer I have begun to invest in silk sunflowers and fill my home with sunflower art. I began to research and learn about my favorite flower and have learned that the seeds make for good eats.

Earlier this year I reviewed SunButter Sunflower Spreads after meeting them at both my local Gluten-Free show and the Natural Products Expo. I love this alternative to traditional peanut butter I am so excited to have the opportunity to give some away for one reader to try!

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Rocky Mountain Popcorn Holiday 2016 Giveaway

Rocky Mountain Popcorn Holiday 2016 Giveaway

rocky-mountain-assortment-1Popcorn is one of the most versatile treats during the holidays! The options are many including a popcorn string for your tree, popcorn balls, as an easy snack while wrapping gifts, and of course leaving some out for the reindeer.

With the holidays creeping I thought it would be nice to provide you some popcorn for your holiday or New Years gatherings – Rocky Mountain Popcorn. A popcorn from Open Road Snacks takes popular popcorn and makes a sweet and savory snack that will all your visitors will love.

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True Gentlemen’s Jerky 2016 Holiday Giveaway

True Gentleman’s Jerky 6 Pack Holiday 2016 Giveaway

true-jerky-assortmentOne of our favorite snack’s is jerky and as luck would have it, jerky makes the perfect snack to leave out for the Santa in your life!

In honor of the big guys eminent arrival we are giving away a 6 pack of True Gentlemen’s Jerky for him to try some unique flavors that he may not have seen before.

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Whole Note Foods Muffin Mix Holiday 2016 Giveaway

Whole Note Baking Mixes – Holiday 2016 Muffin Mix Giveaway

whole-foods-muffin-mixesWhen i think of the the holidays, I think of a potluck style meal, where everybody brings their favorite side dish.

A couple of years ago I got over zealous and made over 7 different types of bread. I searched online, pinning boards and my bread recipe collection. I ended up making a couple of pumpkin bread’s, a couple of banana bread’s, a cranberry-apple bread, and a zucchini bread. The process was laborious and as one baked, another would be loaded into the oven.

Since that holiday, each time there is a potluck, I am the “official” bread baker of the family. With the added awareness of gluten sensitivities, my once simple bread making process has changed and I end up making 1/2 of the breads gluten-free.

With my bread making duties starting and the holidays approaching, I am looking for time-saving ways to create many loafs, minus the work. One way I have learned to save time is to purchase the “base” of the bread from Whole Note Food Company, and add the fresh fruits and vegetables to the mix prior to baking.

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Newman’s Own: Holiday Chocolate Assortment Giveaway 2016

Newman’s Own Organic: Holiday Chocolate Giveaway

newmans-own-chocolate-giveawayWhen I think of the holidays there are a few types of candy that come to mind – the peppermint cup.There is something about a tasty peppermint cup that screams the holidays.

A couple of months ago I had the opportunity to try Newman’s Own Organic array of chocolate products, including the peppermint cup. Newman’s Own has a wide range of chocolate products that are perfect stocking stuffers and holiday sweets. Continue reading →