Food and drinks that are of Interest
Boncora Biscotti introduced their newest flavor, Triple Chocolate Biscotti, made with added chunks of Guittard chocolate then baked and dipped into Guittard milk and semisweet chocolate. Five percent of each purchase goes to Pets Lifeline Sonoma, a nonprofit organization that feeds and rehabilitates 1,000 homeless animals every year.
Nana's Nola Gluten Free Granola Bites contain organic whole grains and all natural organic sweeteners. The granola bites contain no soy, artificial additives or preservatives. One 2-ounce bag contains 270 calories, 4 grams protein, 9 grams saturated fat (of 13 grams total fat) and 2 grams fiber. Olivia Ostunio, Bite of the Best intern: The Granola Bites are a convenient snack to eat on the go. I bring mine to work and add it to yogurt for a mid-morning snack.
Applegate Half Time pre-packed organic lunch kits feature American cheese, three varieties, Stonyfield yokids yogurt squeezers and Annie's buttery crackers and fruit snacks. The kits are antibiotic free and contain no preservatives, artificial ingredients or added hormones. Each lunch kit (1-serving) varies from 310 to 360 calories, 7 grams saturated fat (of 11 to 16 grams total fat) 620 to 730 milligrams sodium and 15 to 17 grams protein.
Trifecta Sauces are gluten free sauces that contain no preservatives, synthetic flavors, cornstarch or high-fructose corn syrup. Varieties include Kentucky bourbon-based marinade and original, sweet heat and blazing barbecue sauces. Two tablespoons provides 60 calories, 220 milligrams sodium and 15 grams sugar.
GimMe Organic Roasted Seaweed Snacks offers two new flavors: Teriyaki and Wasabi that are gluten free, vegan, organic and non-GMO. Seaweed is high in folate, magnesium, iron and calcium. One 5 gram package contains: 25 calories, 2 grams total fat and 30 milligrams sodium.
Chuao Chocolatier introduced four new flavored bars: Oh My S'mores, Ooh Ahh Almond, Pretzel Toffee Twirl and Sweet and Salty. Sweet and Salty contains milk chocolate and sea salt; Pretzel Toffee Twirl, pretzels covered in dark chocolate with a caramel twist; Ooh Ahh Almond, whole almonds, dark chocolate and kettle cooked sea salt; and Oh My S'mores, mini marshmallows, crushed graham crackers with milk chocolate. Two bars contain 190 to 210 calories, 6 to 9 grams saturated fat (of 11 to 15 grams total) and 15 to 21 grams sugar.
Anchor Distilling company introduced Westland American Single Malt Whiskey made with a pale barley malt and five different roasted and kilned malts. The unusual nose when swirled and flavor when sipped is present due to a Belgian yeast that creates fruity esters during the fermentation process. The whiskey is matured in new American oak casks to round out that flavor profile with hints of vanilla, caramel and coconut.
Gourmet Chicken Grillers by al fresco are uncooked frozen chicken patties that to go directly from the freezer to the grill. They are made with lean, skinless chicken meat with no artificial ingredients or nitrates; they are gluten free. One 3.5-ounce chicken patty contains between 150 to 160 calories, 2 to 2.5 grams fat, (of 8 grams total fat), 590 to 790 milligrams sodium and 17 grams of protein.
Betty Crocker now three new takes on grains with their Suddenly Grain Salad mixes to be served hot or chilled. The boil-in-bag mix includes brown rice, wild rice, wheat berries or quinoa with herbs and spices plus dried fruit, vegetables, nuts and a dressing. Two-thirds to a half cup of the prepared salad contains 170 to 220 calories, 1.5 to 3.5 grams total fat, 17o to 290 milligrams sodium and 4 grams of protein. And each contains at least 27 grams of the recommended 48 grams of whole grains per serving.
Mushashi Foods has released two new sauces: Midori Sriracha and Japanese Spicy Mayo. One teaspoon contains 10 to 30 calories, 20 to 150 milligrams sodium and 1 gram sugar.
G.H. Cretors offers two new flavors of popcorn, Simply Salted and Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Both flavors are non-GMO, free of preservatives, artificial colors and artificial flavors. Three-quarters cup contains 140-150 calories, 1 gram saturated fat (of 9 grams total), 135 milligrams sodium and 3 grams protein.
Are you a peanut butter lover? Jif introduced peanut butter on the go in two varieties: Jif To Go Dippers in Creamy Peanut Butter and Chocolate Silk — each packed with pretzels for dipping that are convenient for snacking. A 1. 5 ounce portion contains 250 calories, 3.5 grams saturated fat (of 18-20 grams total) and 5-9 grams protein.
Krusteaz introduced a new line of gluten free mixes that includes Buttermilk Pancake, Blueberry Muffin, Double Chocolate Brownie and Honey Cornbread and Muffin. Each is easy to make — just simply adding water, oil and the yeast. Kristina Day, special gluten-free correspondent - All of the mixes are hassle-free, quick to prepare and with easy to follow instructions. I recommend both the gluten-free rich brownies and the moist cornbread (more of a corncake). Skip the chemically tasting blueberry muffins and the ordinary flatbread.
Bush's Reduced Sodium Vegetarian Baked beans are low in sodium, meat free and Kosher certified. A half cup contains 140 calories, 410 milligrams sodium, 6 grams fiber and 6 grams protein.
I Love Snacking Oloves are snack size portions of pitted olives in four flavors: Basil and Garlic, Lemon and Rosemary, Chili and Oregano, and Chili and Garlic. One pack contains: 53 calories, 0.66 to 0.8 saturated fat (of 4.89 to 5.5 grams total), and 170 to 500 milligrams sodium.
Larabar has released Renola, a grain-free granola bar that is non-GMO, gluten free, soy free and dairy free in three flavors: Cinnamon Nut, Cocoa Coconut and Berry. One pouch contains 200 calories, 1.5-6 grams saturated fat (of 14 -16 grams total) and 5-6 grams protein.
The Musco Family Olive company added three new single-serving Pearls to Go! The Kalamata Pitted, Pimiento-Stuffed Spanish Green, California Black Ripe and Sliced California Black Ripe are sold in a 4-pack of plastic cups. Eat one and save the rest for later. The olives range in calories from 15 (three Pimiento-Stuffed Spanish green or four California black ripe) to 45 (five Kalamata pitted).
Holy Smoke Smoked Olive Oil is cold pressed extra virgin California olive oil that's then cold-smoked with hickory and pecan in Charleston, SC. The combination of smoke paired with the richness of the olive oil creates a complex flavor that tastes like bacon. Available at www.holysmokeoliveoil.com
Turkey Hill Dairy has joined forces with Peanut Butter & Co. on their newest banana peanut butter ice cream — available only throught September. It's a banana-flavored ice cream swirled with Peanut Butter & Co.’s “Smooth Operator” peanut butter. A 1/2 cup of the ice cream contains 180 calories, 5 grams saturated fat (of 11 grams total), 16 grams sugar and 4 grams protein. Bryan: : To steal my brother's thunder; when you're asked the question, would you like samples of a new Peanut Butter Banana ice-cream, the only acceptable answer is... does a bear sh*t in the woods? Sorry to those reading in the 'lactose intolerant' group or on [...]
Pickett Brothers Beverage Company has just released Pickett's #1, All-Natural Ginger Beer Concentrate. The #1 concentrate is medium spicy and made with cane sugar for use in Moscow Mule, Dark and Stormy or any cocktail that calls for ginger beer. To use, combine one part Pickett's with five parts club soda or sparkling water. Or use as a sweetener in salad dressings and marinades or for a sweet & spicy topping for ice cream. - bonnie: With this concentrate, I can make a cocktail calling for ginger beer anytime without having to finish up the contents of a can or bottle. I like that. When making a Moscow Mule [...]
