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The Good Bean Fruit and No-Nut Bar

The Good Bean has launched Fruit and No-Nut Bars that are nut, gluten, GMO and hexane free. Made with Fair Trade ingredients, these bars come in three varieties Apricot Coconut, Chocolate Berry and Fruit and Seeds Trail Mix. Apricot Coconut has 1.5 grams saturated fat or 4.5 grams of total fat and 5 grams of protein; Chocolate Berry has 1 gram saturated fat of 5 grams total fat and 5 grams of protein; and Fruit and Seeds Trail Mix has 0.5 grams saturated fat of 5 grams total fat and 5 grams proteins.

By |2017-08-31T14:01:07-04:00April 4th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Oscar Mayer Chicago and New York Style Hot Dogs

Oscar Mayer introduced new select hot dog varieties based on two cities  known for the decant hot dogs, Chicago and New York. The New York Style Beef Franks are seasoned with garlic spices similar to a New York Deli. Chicago style beef franks are seasoned with tomato, onion, and natural dill.  

By |2017-08-31T14:01:07-04:00April 2nd, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|13 Comments

Arnold and Oroweat Pocket Thins Flatbread

Arnold (or Oroweat, depending on where you are in the US)  introduced a new sandwich option, Pocket Thins Flatbread. The flatbread, which come in two flavors, 8 grain and Italian Herb, contains 100 calories, 0 grams of saturated fat, and 8 grams of whole grains per serving. Available in most markets except the Southeast and South Central States. bonnie: It's a bit confusing at first, but the 100 calories and 8 gram whole grains are in only HALF a flatbread. Oddly , these are sweetened with Stevia. Follow @BonnieBOTB

By |2017-08-31T14:01:08-04:00April 1st, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Alexia Parmesan Lemon Waffle Fries

Alexia, an all natural food brand, introduced Parmesan Lemon Waffle Fries. These fries are found in the freezer section. To eat, bake  20 minutes. Each 1-cup serving provides 170 calories and 0.5 grams saturated fat of 6 grams total. bonnie: These new fries will only be available for about a year, until the next “Reinvent a Classic” winner is selected and in stores. For frozen fries, these have a decent lemony, cheesy flavor. Just be sure to cook them until crisps. Follow @BonnieBOTB

By |2017-08-31T14:01:08-04:00March 31st, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Valrhona Chocolate Easter Eggs Assortment

Valrhona chocolate company introduced a clear egg-shaped vessel and a new Easter egg gift box for the holiday season. Clear egg-shaped vessels come in four varieties and two sizes: milk chocolate, caramel milk chocolate, dark chocolate and dark chocolate with an apricot center. The Easter gift box is available in milk chocolate, dark chocolate or a combination of both. The dark chocolate one comes with a complementary egg filled with raspberry ganache.

By |2017-08-31T14:01:08-04:00March 30th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Beanfields Bean & Rice Chips

Beanfields chips are made from beans & rice - no corn, no gluten and no GMOs.  This crunchy chip contains 140 calories, 5 grams total fat, no saturated fat,  4 grams protein and a hefty 4 grams fiber in every ounce serving. Beanfields is a family-owned company that's all about beans, as they believe beans are good for our families, good for our farmers, and good for our planet.  

By |2017-08-31T14:01:08-04:00March 27th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

3 Musketeers Coconut

3 Musketeers is releasing a new Coconut flavored bar. This new variety is a coconut flavored nougat covered with chocolate. - bonnie : "Where's the coconut?" I wondered one bite of this new candy. It's no Mound or Bounty candy bar, instead just a 3 Musketeers with added artificial coconut flavor - indiscernible, I might add.  Follow @BonnieBOTB

By |2017-08-31T14:01:08-04:00March 26th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Kozy Shack Lactose Free Pudding

Kozy Shack introduced lactose-free pudding in three flavors rice, tapioca, and chocolate. The pudding is made without artificial preservatives, colors, flavors, or hydrogenated oils, but is Kosher and made with real milk. It is lactose and gluten free and contains 130 calories per serving per 4-ounce cup.

By |2017-08-31T14:01:08-04:00March 22nd, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|7 Comments

Honest Tea Not Too Sweet Tea

Honest Tea has introduced a Not Too Sweet Tea to their line of USDA-certified organic teas made from black tea leaves, cane sugar and stevia. This 16.9-fluid ounces bottle contains 100 calories, 0 grams fat and 15 grams  sugar. Honest Tea Not Too Sweet Tea can be found nationally in retail stores.

By |2017-08-31T14:01:08-04:00March 20th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|1 Comment

G.H Cretors Popped Corn Chicago Mix

Made by hand in cooper kettles, Chicago Mix popped corn is the new product from G. H Cretors made with all natural ingredients that are kosher certified, gluten free and GMO free.  Carmel corn, cheese and a mushroom variety popping corn are mixed together to form this new blend. Available online at amazon.com or in select natural food stores and mainstream grocery stores. - bonnie: This is an interesting mixture of sweet and salty that disappeared whenever I served it. Follow @BonnieBOTB

By |2017-08-31T14:01:09-04:00March 16th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|3 Comments

Melitta Single Serve Coffee Pods

Melitta Coffee has added single serve coffee pods to their coffee selections. Specially designed to fit all Senseo® and Hamilton Beach® Pod Coffeemakers, these pods come in three varieties Dark Roast, Medium Roast and Decaf. The Dark and Medium boxes come with 18 coffee pods and the Decaf comes with 16 coffee pods.

By |2017-08-31T14:01:09-04:00March 15th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Rice Select

Rice Select added four new products to their line of rice. Royal Blend with Quinoa, Royal Blend with Flax Seed, Calrose Rice, and Brown Jasmati Rice are the new selections  each in a 32-ounce container. Royal Blend with Quinoa is rich in protein, minerals, fiber, iron, potassium and zinc. Royal Blend with Flax Seed is rich in Omega 3, 6 fatty acids, fiber, vitamin B, and protein. Brown Jasmati Rich is whole grain rice and a great source for manganese, selenium, and magnesium.

By |2017-08-31T14:01:09-04:00March 14th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Wolfgang Puck’s Italian Pasta Sauces

Campbell's partnered with Wolfgang Puck to create four Italian sauces under his eponymous brand Wolfgang Puck. Four flavors will be released including Arrabbiata, Creamy Vodka, Four Cheese, and Tomato Basil. - bonnie: I liked the slightly spicy best Arrabbiata. It's modest in calories (90) and sodium (390 milligrams) per 1/2 cup, but pricy for the small size jar. Follow @BonnieBOTB

By |2017-08-31T14:01:09-04:00March 8th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Good Food Festival and Conference

The Good Food Festival and Conference celebrates leaders, businesses, and individuals that sustain the burgeoning, locally driven Good Food Movement. This event is open to the public March 15 - 17, 2012, with the conference the 15th - 16th and the festival, the 17th. With a festival celebrating the joys of food, to an industry-driven conference focused on local sourcing, the Good Food Festival and Conference has guest speakers, exhibitions, a trade show, a variety of workshops on how to grow your own food and more. Tickets can be purchased by clicking here, ranging in price from $15 to $250, with children under the age of 12 free on Saturday.

By |2017-09-02T10:05:39-04:00March 5th, 2012|USA Travel|0 Comments

Charleston Wine and Food Festival

Charleston Wine and Food Festival will be held March 1 - 4, 2012. This wine and food festival lets you indulge in the unique flavors of the Lowcountry and revel in the offerings of the country’s best chefs, authors and wine professionals. You’ll learn about — and get a taste of — the best Southern cuisine and its distinctive food styles, heritage and recipes at various events and venues throughout the weekend. Ticket prices range from free to $450 depending on what the event is and which day. For more information or tickets, click here.

By |2017-08-31T16:19:38-04:00February 27th, 2012|Other happenings, xyz misc|0 Comments
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