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2014 Oxnard Salsa Festival

Get ready to spice things up during the 21st Annual Oxnard Salsa Festival July 26 -27, 2014 at Plaza Park, Fifth and “B” Streets, in historic downtown Oxnard. The annual festival, which is presented by the Oxnard Downtowners, celebrates spicy salsa food, top notch music and dance, attracting an estimated 45,000 salsa lovers to the City of Oxnard for the two-day action packed celebration. Event highlights include Main Stage entertainment with Salsa and Latin Jazz bands; the Salsa Tasting Tent, featuring over 50 different salsas; an eclectic vendor marketplace; international foods; Kids Korner attractions; a salsa recipe contest and more. Event admission and parking are free. For Festival information, call [...]

By |2017-09-01T14:51:18-04:00June 2nd, 2014|USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Triangle Restaurant Week June 2014

Triangle Restaurant Weeks runs Monday, June 2 through Sunday, June 8, 2014, featuring  Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding area restaurants offering 3-course lunch for $15, and 3-course dinner for $20 or $30. For additional information, click here.

By |2017-09-01T14:51:38-04:00June 1st, 2014|USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Rice n Simple

Already steamed in a bowl, Rice n Simple is instant rice to be microwaved for 1 minute for a quick meal. Rice n Simple is available in six gluten free, trans fat free, and cholesterol free varieties.  Each   comes with a packet of sauce. Before adding the soy sauce, a half tray serving of Rice n Simple contains: 168 - 175 calories, 0.4 - 2 grams of total fat, 2 - 3 milligrams of sodium and 4 grams of protein. With the addition of the sauce, that serving contains 341 to 361 milligrams additional sodium. Courtney Anaya, intern at Bite of the Best: Rice n Simple is a meal on [...]

By |2017-08-31T14:00:13-04:00May 31st, 2014|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Sahale Snacks

Sahale Snacks are offering fruit and nut bars in three different flavors – Berry Macaroon Almond, Mango Tango Almond and Raspberry Crumble Cashew. Berry Macaroon Almond contains toasted coconut, almonds, cashews,  blueberries and lemon; Mango Tango Almond, whole almonds and peanuts, lime-infused mango flavors and chipotle chili; and Raspberry Crumble Cashew, raspberry crumble, sliced bananas and a cashew and peanut topping. Each 1/4 cup serving has about 160-180 calories, 2-2.5 grams saturated fat (of 9-11 grams total), 8-10 grams sugar and 4 grams protein.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:13-04:00May 29th, 2014|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Smartfood Delight Popcorn

Smartfood Delight Popcorn is available in two varieties  — Sea Salt and White Cheddar.  Each 1-ounce serving has about 130-160 calories, 1-2 gram saturated fat (of 5-7 grams total), 115-220 milligrams sodium, 3-4 grams dietary fiber and 3 grams protein. Kelly Sloan, intern with Bite of the Best: The Smartfood Delight Popcorn is made 100% whole grains and has no added preservatives. 

By |2017-08-31T14:00:13-04:00May 28th, 2014|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Palms Springs Restaurant Week May to June 2014

Palms Springs Restaurant Week runs Friday, May 30 through Sunday, June 8, 2014, featuring a variety of restaurants and offering three-course meals for $26 or $38. For additional information or list of participating restaurants, click here.

By |2017-09-01T14:52:05-04:00May 28th, 2014|USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments
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The Kennebunkport Festival

The Kennebunkport Festival is a annual event that includes the food, wine and the art of Maine. It will run Tuesday, June 3 through Sunday, June 8, 2014. The Food Festival events take place in designer homes, displaying art work and providing meals that are prepared by individual Chefs in each of the homes. The goal is to showcase the best of Maine and what it has to offer on the coastal setting of Kennebunkport.  The Festival is The Art of Dining is one of the major highlights of the festival, it will be a series of dinners prepared by Maine’s top chefs. The festival will also be featuring artists, musicians, wine [...]

By |2017-09-01T14:52:17-04:00May 25th, 2014|USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Bold

Just recently Oscar Mayer expanded the Deli Fresh line of lunch meats to include bolder flavors: Italian Style Herb Turkey Breast, Cajun Style Turkey Breast, Maple Honey Ham and Chipotle Seasoned Turkey Breast. The expanded line does not contain any artificial preservatives or flavors. Four slices (2 ounces) contains 50 to 60 calories, 1 to 1.5 grams total fat,  500 t0 560 mg sodium and 9 grams of protein.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:13-04:00May 24th, 2014|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Pompeian Varietals Collection

Pompeian introduced a new line of extra virgin olive oils, with three varietals — Arbequina, Picholine, and Koroneiki. Arbequina is a mild extra virgin olive oil with a taste of fruit and almonds; Picholine is a medium oil with an aroma of green fruit and a dash of herbs; Koroneiki has a strong fruitiness flavor. One tablespoon contains 120 calories and 2 grams of saturated fat (of 14 grams total).

By |2017-08-31T14:00:14-04:00May 22nd, 2014|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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San Fransisco Dine About Town Restaurant Week June 2014

San Francisco Dine About Town Restaurant Week runs Sunday, June 1 through Sunday, June 15, 2014, featuring over 100 restaurants and offering two or three course lunches for $18.95 and three-course dinners for $36.95. For more information or list of participating restaurants, click here.

By |2017-08-31T16:21:58-04:00May 21st, 2014|USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Thali, New Haven + Long Wharf’s The Last Five Years

Before heading to the opening of The Last Five Years at Long Wharf theatre, I stopped in for a meal at Thali, New Haven's innovative Indian restaurant on Orange Street with the creations of Chef Prasad Chirnomula (who also owns Oaxaca). While deciding what to order, we nibbled on the two types of crispy papadums along with the flavorful chutneys brought to the table. For apps, we nibbled the three amchur potatoes and green pea samosas ($6). The gobi  - cauliflower in a hot cilantro garlic sauce ($6) - which is to die for. Seriously, I could eat a bowl of that for dinner as it's perfectly seasoned. We also [...]

By |2017-08-31T15:40:19-04:00May 21st, 2014|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Ball Brand Heritage Collection Jars

Ball Brand Heritage Collection Jars have a new green color with the same embossed logos on the front and back of the jars. Theses glass jars are BPA-free, dishwasher safe and made in the United States.   Kelly Sloan, Bite of the Best intern: These green jars are the perfect for storing foods. The jars have measurements to help measure ingredients or liquids. Easy to use and great for storing.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:14-04:00May 19th, 2014|Just For Fun, xyz misc|0 Comments
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AngelBowls

For those who don't have time to cook, AngelBowls can provide you with a modest calorie and sodium quick meal. AngelBowls — made with non-GMO ingredients and packed in a recyclable container — come in five varieties. Use as a meal, or as a side dish for dinner. One small serving contains 220 to 290 calories, 2.5 to 3 grams of saturated fat (6 to 9 grams total fat), 390 to 600 milligrams  sodium, and 7 to 11 grams of protein.    

By |2017-08-31T14:00:14-04:00May 18th, 2014|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Almondina Toastees

Almondina Toastees are available in four varieties — Cranberry Almond, Sesame Almond, Coconut Orange Almond and Lemon Poppy Almond. They are made with toasted almonds dried cranberries, sesame flavor, coconut and/or lemon poppy seeds. Each 0.5-ounce serving has about 60-70 calories, o grams saturated fat (of 1-2 grams total), 10 milligrams sodium, 5-11 grams sugar and 1-2 grams protein.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:14-04:00May 16th, 2014|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Quaker Warm and Crunchy Granola

Quaker's Warm and Crunchy Granola is a heart healthy breakfast available in Cranberry Almond, Honey Almond, and Apple Cinnamon. To eat,  just add 1/4 cup of milk and microwave it for 25 seconds. One packet contains 32 grams of whole grains and 4 grams of fiber, or more than Original Quaker Instant Oatmeal with 27 grams of whole grains and 3 grams of fiber. One packet (48-50 grams) contains: 190 to 200 calories, 0.5 grams of saturated fat (3.5 to 4.5 grams total), 4 grams of fiber, and 5 grams of protein.   Courtney Anaya, intern at Bite of the Best: Each morning I ate Quaker's Warm and Crunchy Granola [...]

By |2017-08-31T14:00:14-04:00May 15th, 2014|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Mumbo Jumbo Pinot Noir

Mumbo Jumbo — a name describing an object believed to have supernatural powers — offers a reasonably priced, nicely balanced Pinot Noir from coastal vineyards in California. The wine is ruby red in color, with berry flavors. Pair with nuts, wild rice, roast duck or lamb stew. this wine unravels with intense flavors of savory Asian spices and shaved truffle. With its vivid ruby-red color, this Pinot Noir shows lush raspberry compote and bright flavors of cherry and strawberry.

By |2017-08-31T16:19:12-04:00May 13th, 2014|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Wonderfully Raw

Wonderfully Raw offered three new products in numerous flavors — Brussel Bytes, Snip Chips and Coco-roons. Brussel Bytes are available as Chili Pumpkin Seed and Tamarind Apple. Snip Chips are available as Cheezy Herb Truffle, Chipotle Lime Cilantro and Dill Pickle. Coco-roons are available as Cacao Nib, Almond and Strawberry "PB & J", Apple Pie, Vanilla Maple, Brownie and Lemon Pie. Each 1-ounce serving of Brussel Bytes has about 59-64 calories, 2 grams saturated fat (of 4 grams total), 106-172 milligrams sodium, 1-3 grams sugar and 2 grams protein. Each 1-ounce serving of Snip Chips has about 58-64 calories, 2 grams saturated fat (of 4 grams total), 154-170 milligrams sodium, 1 gram [...]

By |2017-08-31T14:00:14-04:00May 12th, 2014|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Late July Organic Restaurant Style Chips

Late July Organic Chips just introduced two new Restaurant Style chips: Sea Salt and Chia and Quinoa. The chips are organic, gluten-free and Non-GMO Project Verified. Ten chips or 1 ounce contains 130 to 140  calories, 0.5 grams saturated fat (6 grams total fat), 65 mg of sodium, 2-3 grams fiber and 2 grams protein.   Courtney Anaya, intern at Bite of the Best — Late July Organic Chips can be a healthy snack as they are low in sodium and contain some fiber.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:14-04:00May 11th, 2014|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|1 Comment
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William Hill Estate Winery, Coastal Collection

William Hill Estate Winery introduced this Coastal Collection wines, bringing the winery’s signature style from southern Napa to California’s North Coast with the 2012 William Hill Estate North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon and the California Chardonnay ($14 each). The Cabernet Sauvignon — blended with a touch of Merlot to round out the mouthfeel — has rich dark berry flavor, with a hint of caramel.  The 2012 North Coast Chardonnay has a buttery mouthfeel with some tree and tropical fruit flavors. I'd say it's a classic California Chardonnay. William Hill Estate, proud supporter of music and the arts, is the official wine sponsor of the VH1 Save The Music Foundation, having raised more than $750,000 [...]

By |2017-08-31T16:19:13-04:00May 6th, 2014|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Breyers Gelato Indulgences

Breyers Gelato Indulgences are for those with a sweet tooth, with an eye to health as it is moderate in calories, fat, sugar, and cholesterol compared to ice cream, which in higher in those aspects.  Each variety — Vanilla Caramel, Raspberry Cheesecake, Tiramisu, and Triple Chocolate — contains gelato and sauce. A half cup contains: 160 to 170 calories, 3.5 to 4.5 grams of saturated fat (of 5 to 7 grams total fat), 15 to 20 mg of cholesterol, 17 to 22 grams of sugar, and 3 grams of protein.  

By |2017-08-31T14:00:14-04:00May 5th, 2014|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|2 Comments
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