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Grapple Apples

Grapple brand apples introduces a new kind of apple that uses Washington State Gala or Fuji apples that crunches like an  apple, but tastes like a grape. The apple has no additional sugars or calories. The ingredients are both FDA and USDA approved. To give the apples the flavor of grapes, the fruit is "gently bathed with an ingredient mix that is primarily grape flavor and pure water. Through this method, the naturally porous  apples take on a unique taste and aroma kids love." Each medium-sized apple contains 95 calories and 14 percent of the Daily Value of vitamin C. - bonnie: The crunchy apples do have a pleasant hint [...]

By |2017-08-31T14:00:46-04:00December 10th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Lunchables with Chiquita Smoothie

Lunchables introduces three new varieties  featuring Chiquita Strawberry Banana Smoothies made with a half-cup of real fruit with no added sugars or sweeteners.  Each contains 350-400 calories, 10-14 grams of total fat total, 10-12 grams protein with 10-15 percent iron and 20 percent of the Daily Value for calcium.   -Christin Chan, Bite of the Best Intern: I enjoyed Lunchables' Chiquita Strawberry Banana Smoothie with its very strong banana flavor in just the right serving size. I preferred the pizza and chicken strips combinations over the turkey sandwich, which was a bit too dry for me. 

By |2017-08-31T14:00:46-04:00December 7th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Sparq Thermal Appetizer Plate

The SPARQ Thermal Appetizer Plate, hand-crafted in the USA, is made from recycled soapstone. Heat in the microwave or conventional oven to keep your , hors d'ourvres warm, or freeze prior to use to keep sushi at chilled. The  8-  by  16-inch plate is dishwasher safe, non-reactive to most common household cleaners,and does not stain or absorb odors.   - bonnie: A great holiday gift for a hostess or yourself!    

By |2017-08-31T14:00:46-04:00December 6th, 2012|Just For Fun, xyz misc|0 Comments

Cooksimple Cranberry Wild Rice

Cooksimple introduces a Cranberry Wild Rice, accented with Parsley, Thyme, and Rosemary  meal kit that you can use as a side dish for Thanksgiving or add chicken or tofu for a complete meal that only takes up to 30 minutes to make. The contains no  artificial additives, preservatives, or added sugars. Each 1 1/4 cup serving of the prepared mix contains 240 calories, 0 grams saturated fat, 280 milligrams sodium and 3 grams fiber with additional nutrients from the meat you may add.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:48-04:00November 16th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

The Laughing Cow Smooth Sensations Cream Cheese Spread

The Laughing Cow Smooth Sensations Cream Cheese Spread offers a selection of five creamy varieties. Each 21-gram wedge contains 45-55 calories, 2.5 grams saturated fat (of 4-5 grams total), 110-140 milligrams sodium and 2 grams protein.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:48-04:00November 15th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Barbados Food, Wine, and Rum Festival November 2012

Barbados Food, Wine, and Rum Festival runs from Friday, November 16 to Monday, November 19, 2012. For additional information or to see a full listing of participating restaurants and their menus, click here. -guest contributor

By |2017-09-01T15:05:17-04:00November 12th, 2012|World Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments

New Haven November Restaurant Week

New Haven Restaurant Week runs from Sunday, November 11 to Friday, November 16, featuring a variety of restaurants offering prix-fixe menus for lunch  ($18) and/or dinner ($32.00). Prices are per person and do not include beverage, tax, or gratuity. For additional information or to see a full listing of participating restaurants and their menus, click here -guest contributor

By |2017-08-31T15:40:23-04:00November 9th, 2012|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments

CedarLean All-Natural Lunches

Cedarlane Natural Foods introduced All-Natural of Soup and Wrap combo frozen lunch entrees in three flavors. Each entree contains 230 or less calories, low-sugar, high in protein and fiber. Each 9-ounce serving size contains 220-230 calories, 2 - 2.5 grams saturated fat (of 8 - 9 grams total), 4 grams sugar, 10 grams protein and 5 grams fiber. -Christin Chan, Bite of the Best Intern: Amazingly delicious and conveniently easy to make. The flavors of the Lentil Soup and Samosa Wrap, my favorite,  are light with just a dash of salt. Very filling and satisfying. 

By |2017-08-31T14:00:48-04:00November 8th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Kraft Homestyle Macaroni & Cheese Microwaveable Bowls

Kraft Homestyle Macaroni & Cheese is now available in three flavors — Hearty-Four Cheese, Sharp Cheddar & Bacon, and White Cheddar — in convenient microwaveable bowls that can be heated in just five minutes. Each bowl can be topped with crunchy breadcrumbs or bacon bits. Each package contains 350-390 calories, 10-13 grams saturated fat (of 10-13 grams total) and 13-14 grams protein. - Christin Chan, Intern, BiteoftheBest.com: Very easy to make by just adding water and mixing in cheese and seasoning. I prefer the White Cheddar creamy flavor. 

By |2017-08-31T14:00:49-04:00November 5th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Applegate Gluten-Free Corn Dogs

Applegate introduced a line of organic and  gluten-free beef corn dogs, made with corn meal, corn, rice flour and uncured beef. Each corn dog contains 180 calories, 2.5 grams saturated fat (of 8 grams total), 410 milligrams sodium and 7 grams protein. -Christin Chan, Intern, Bite of the Best:The corn dogs had a combination of sweet and savory flavors from the corn breading and the beef. Very satisfying for a light-afternoon snack. 

By |2017-08-31T14:00:49-04:00November 4th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Artic Zero Ice-Cream

Artic Zone ice-cream contains less than 150-calories without any sugar alcohols and 14 grams of whey protein per pint. It comes in eight different flavors made with organic ingredients. It is all-natural, fat-free, gluten-free, high fiber, low glycemic, non-GMO, and kosher. Each 4-0unce serving size contains 37 calories, 0 grams of saturated fat, 80 milligrams sodium, and 5 grams sugar.   -Christin Chan, Bite of the Best Intern: Artic Zone ice-cream's use of monk fruit concentrate naturally reduces sugar content, creating lighter flavors and textures. I can eat a whole pint of this in one sitting without feeling guilty.   

By |2017-08-31T14:00:49-04:00November 3rd, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

New York Hudson Valley Restaurant Week November 2012

New York Hudson Valley Fall Restaurant Week runs for 2 weeks from Monday, November 5 to Sunday, November 18, 2012, featuring a selected group of participating restaurants offering prix-fixe menus for lunches at $20.95 and dinners at $29.95. Prices are per person and do not include beverage, tax, or gratuity. For additional information or to see a full listing of participating restaurants and their menus, click here -guest contributor

By |2017-08-20T13:01:49-04:00November 2nd, 2012|NYC Restaurant Reviews|0 Comments

Long Island Restaurant Week November 2012

Long Island Restaurant Week runs for 8 days from Sunday, November 4 to Sunday, November 11, 2012, featuring a selected group of participating restaurants offering 3-course prix-fixe menus dinners at $24.95 per person all evening (except Saturday when it will only be offered until 7 pm). For additional information or to see a full listing of participating restaurants and their menus, click here. -guest contributor

By |2017-08-20T13:01:49-04:00November 1st, 2012|NYC Restaurant Reviews|0 Comments

New England Natural Bakers’ All Natural Grab and Go Clusters

New England Natural Bakers' All Natural Grab & Go Clusters are bite-sized granola clusters in three different flavors - Chocolate Toasted Coconut, Peanut Butter Cookie, and Cranberry Almond Crispy. All are made with whole grains and non-GMO ingredients, with no additives or preservatives. The clusters contain no cholesterol and trans-fat, are low in saturated fat, and kosher. Each 2-ounce serving size contains 220-240 calories, 0-2 grams saturated fat (of 4-9 grams total), 120-160 milligrams sodium and 5 grams protein. -Christin Chan, Bite of the Best Intern:  I recommend these bite-size granola clusters because they are so easy to eat by itself or can be added on top of plain yogurt. [...]

By |2017-08-31T14:00:50-04:00October 24th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|2 Comments

Yoplait Greek 100

The Yoplait Greek 100 is the latest edition to the Yoplait Yogurt line uses Sucralose, an artificial sweetener as an alternative to sugar.  It is available  in six flavors. Each 5.3-ounce container has 100 calories, 0 grams of  fat, 5-8 grams of sugar with twice the protein of regular yogurt and is a good source of calcium and and excellent source of vitamin D.  

By |2017-08-31T14:00:50-04:00October 22nd, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|1 Comment

Ice Breakers Duo Mints

The new Ice Breakers Duo Mints features a fruit + cool flavor sensation through a textured fruit-flavored side with a cooling side, creating a refreshing burst in your mouth. Each mint has less than 5 calories. - Christin Chan, Bite of the Best intern: I really enjoyed how these tasted like a berry-flavored candy with a burst of cooling mint. Very refreshing!     

By |2017-08-31T14:00:50-04:00October 21st, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Saffron Road Frozen Phyllo Hors D’oeuvres

Saffron Road has introduced  new line of Frozen Phyllo Hors D'oeuvres in four flavors. Each 2.75-ounce serving size contains 160-270 calories, up to 7 grams saturated fat (of 8-15 grams total), 160-240 milligrams sodium and 4-6 grams protein.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:51-04:00October 14th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Garden Lites Vegetable Souffles

Garden Lites makes side dishes, offering nine flavors of gluten-free, vegetarian, soy and nut-free, and certified kosher vegetable souffles. Each 7-ounce serving contains less than 200 calories, 1-2 grams saturated fat (of 2-4 grams total), 135-650 milligrams sodium and 8-12 grams protein.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:51-04:00October 11th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

The Bites Company Biscotti

The Bites Company Biscotti Bites are bite-sized treats that satisfy sweet-tooth cravings without guilt. The Biscotti Bites are made from scratch, all-natural, with no preservatives, trans fat, or salt, and are available in six flavors. Each serving size is 9 cookies provides 120 calories, 0.5 gram of fat and 1 gram sugar.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:51-04:00October 6th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Way Better Snacks Tortilla Chips

All natural, vegan, and gluten-free tortilla chipsmade with whole grains are now available in six flavors from Way Better Snacks. One ounce of Way Better Snacks contains 130 calories, 0.5 grams of saturated fat (of 6 to 7 grams total), 80 to 100  milligrams sodium and 1 to 2 grams protein. Each serving has between 190-420 milligrams of healthy Omega 3 essential fatty acids and 17 grams of whole grains.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:51-04:00October 5th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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