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Bettasnax Biscotti Chips

Bettasnax Biscotti Chips are made with egg whites, unbleached flour, pure cane sugar, whole California almonds, raw pistachio nuts and dried fruits. They free of preservatives, artificial colors,and artificial sweeteners and have no added fats. Enjoy on their own or with coffee, tea, yogurt, assorted cheeses and fine wines. Each 1-ounce serving (approximately 9-10 biscotti chips) has 80-90 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 1-3 grams total), 15-20 milligrams sodium and 7-10 grams sugar.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:21-04:00November 15th, 2013|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Café Yumm!, Eugune, OR

The name of this casual dining chain comes from the reaction the owner Mary Ann Beauchamp got to her first café, Wild Rose Café & Deli in 1991, where she served rice and beans in a bowl with her special sauce and salsa on it. Her customers would take a bite, and say, “Yumm... what is this?” She called the dish — and subsequently the restaurant chain — Yumm!. I tried the Yumm! 'n Greens, which is their signature original Yumm! bowl  consisting of organic brown rice and organic black beans layered with the original Yumm! sauce, topped with organic mild red salsa all served a top a bed of [...]

By |2017-08-31T16:19:19-04:00November 11th, 2013|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Oaxaca’s New Menu in New Haven

Not only does Oaxaca have a new menu, but they've added additional street-side seating with many heaters to take away the fall chill. I know, as I sat down recently with Prasad Chirnomula (also of Thali and Thali Too fame) and his partner Thomas Brandt to sample the new items and enjoy some of the original ones. We started the always scrumptious guacamole with fresh tortilla chips ($10) followed by the new nachos grande ($7 - $10) — added I was told as students had been requesting it. Ours had all three of the meat options (chicken, beef and pork) on top of the fresh tortilla chips with jalapenos and black [...]

By |2017-08-31T15:40:20-04:00November 10th, 2013|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Chobani Flip Greek Yogurt

Chobani's Flip Greek Yogurt, inspired by yogurt served at the Chobani SoHo store (150 Prince St  New York, NY 10012), includes ingredients such as hemp seeds, chia seeds and pistachios to combine with the yogurt by flipping one half of the container over the other. The new varieties include Blueberry Power, Nutty for Nana, Peachy Pistachio and Tropical Escape. Each 5-ounce container contains 190 - 230 calories, 1 - 4 grams saturated fat (of 9 grams total) and 12 - 22 grams sugar.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:22-04:00November 8th, 2013|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Food for Life Gluten-Free Black Rice Tortillas

Food for Life has recently introduced Gluten-Free Black Rice Tortillas, made without  preservatives or artificial flavors and colors. The vegan tortillas are made with black rice that contains anthocyanin, the antioxidant found in blueberries, blackberries, dark cherries and açai that current research says it good for heart health. A 2-ounce tortilla contains 170 calories, 170 milligrams sodium, 2 grams fiber and 4 grams protein.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:22-04:00November 7th, 2013|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|2 Comments
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NoLA’s Michael Stoltzfus at City Grit, NYC

Led by Executive Chef and Owner, Michael Stoltzfus, Coquette’s culinary team will be prepare a “Fall in New Orleans” themed dinner on November 14th at City Grit (38 Prince, between Mott and Mulberry, New York City) Chef Stoltzfus — who was nominated for a 2013 James Beard Award for Best Chef in the South as well as Food & Wine Magazine’s People’s Best Chef in both 2012 and 2013— will create a multi-course experience that includes: a New Orleans root vegetable salad with cashew butter, satsuma vinaigrette and olive praline; butternut squash cavatelli with fried chicken and maple syrup; suckling pig and for dessert apple cardamom snowball and sweet potato [...]

By |2017-08-31T14:10:59-04:00November 6th, 2013|Rambling, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Caesar’s Gluten Free Chicken Lasagna Pasta

Caesar's Gluten Free Chicken Lasagna Pasta is made with rice flour noodles combined with Chicken Cacciator filling, marinara sauce and seasoned with herbs and spices. Each 9.5-ounce serving has 390 calories, 1 gram saturated fat (of 4.5 grams total), 290 milligrams sodium, 6 grams sugar and 11 grams protein.   Kelly Sloan, Bite of the Best Intern: The Italian-flavored,  filling lasagna is low in fat and high in protein.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:22-04:00November 4th, 2013|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Simply Organic Yogurt Dip Mixes

Simply Organic Yogurt Dip Mixes is a Greek yogurt available in three new varieties: Mediterranean Herb (basil, marjoram, oregano, parsley and rosemary), Southwest Ranch (chili pepper, garlic and onion) and Zesty Spinach (orange, lemon, and spinach). Before adding yogurt,  1/2 - 3/4 teaspoon of the mix has 5 calories, 95-110 milligrams sodium and 0-1 grams sugar.   Kelly Sloan, Bite of the Best Intern: Each mix has no fat and little to no sugar. Combine with Greek yogurt to create delicious yogurt dips.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:22-04:00November 3rd, 2013|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Late July Organic Chips

Late July Organic Chips are organic and gluten-free. They do not contain genetically modified organisms (non-GMO), and are made with 100% whole grains and seeds, such as quinoa, flax, chia, brown rice, millet and amaranth. Two new varieties are now available: Sub Lime and Red Hot Mojo. Each 1-ounce serving has 130 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 6 grams total), 65-105 milligrams sodium and 2 grams protein.     Kelly Sloan, Bite of the Best Intern: These chips are low in fat and sodium. I really liked the Sub Lime flavor and found the Red Hot Mojo quite spicy.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:22-04:00November 2nd, 2013|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|1 Comment
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Ball FreshTECH Automatic Jam and Jelly Maker

Ball Brand FreshTECH Automatic Jam & Jelly Maker provides a fast and easy process for making old-fashioned jam. It constantly and consistently stirs the jam, making spreads in less than 30 minutes and has a non-stick interior for easy clean up and many dishwasher safe components. Use any fruit ingredients like blueberries, peaches or strawberries along with pectin, sugar and butter to create your jam/jelly.     Cody Johnson, Bite of the Best guest correspondent — The Ball FreshTech Automatic Jam&Jelly Maker worked as promised... homemade jam in under 30 minutes. My raspberry/boysenberry blend was only in the machine for 21 minutes. The machine works quietly, did not make a [...]

By |2017-08-31T14:00:23-04:00November 1st, 2013|Just For Fun, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Archie Moore’s Bar & Restaurant, New Haven

Just say Archie Moore's in the New Haven area and people think wings, as the restaurant had been known for their hot and spicy chicken wings since opening in 1982. So when I met a friend recently there for a nibble, we had to order them...and in a couple forms. First buffalo nachos then boneless buffalo tenders. The crisp tortilla chips for the nachos came topped melted Monterey Jack cheese, jalapeños and grilled chicken that had been marinated in buffalo wing sauce and served with tomato salsa and sour cream.  The nachos were tasty, although sadly the diced boneless chicken was dry. I had wished I had ordered regular nachos [...]

By |2017-08-31T15:40:20-04:00October 31st, 2013|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Green Mountain Pumpkin Spice and Pumpkin Spice Latte Coffee

Green Mountain Coffee Pumpkin Spice and Pumpkin Spice Latte — only available through November — are flavored with pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg resembling the taste of pumpkin pie. Green Mountain Coffee Pumpkin Spice Latte are Vue packs, to be used only with Vue Brewers that specialty beverages in a 2-step process (a frother (dairy) one coffee). Each specialty coffee 100 calories, 1.5 grams saturated fat (of 2.5 grams total), 160 milligrams sodium and 16 grams sugar. Green Mountain Coffee Pumpkin Spice is  available in both Vue-packs and K-cups (for regular Keurig brewers).

By |2017-08-31T14:00:23-04:00October 30th, 2013|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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New Haven (CT) Restaurant Week Nov. 2013

New Haven's fall restaurant week runs Sunday, November 3 to Friday, November 8, 2013, featuring 30 restaurants that are offering three-course prix fixe menus for both lunch and dinner that includes an appetizer, entrée and dessert. Lunch will cost $18 and dinner will cost $32.  Prices do not include beverage, tax or gratuity. For additional information and a listing of participating restaurants, click here.

By |2017-08-31T15:40:20-04:00October 28th, 2013|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Pepperidge Farm Gluten Free Goldfish Puffs

The first gluten-free Pepperidge Farm Goldfish are available in three varieties: Buffalo Wing, Cheddar Bacon and Mega Cheese Puffs.  Each 1.1-ounce serving has 140 calories, 0.5 grams saturated fat (of 6 grams total), 240-280 milligrams sodium and 2 grams sugar.     Kelly Sloan, Bite of the Best Intern: Mega Cheese are my favorite of these new gluten-free, low in fat and sugar puffs that takes similar to regular Goldfish.    

By |2017-08-31T14:00:23-04:00October 27th, 2013|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Anolon Universal Steamer

The Anolon Universal Steamer fits multiple size tulip-shaped and straight-sided Anolon saucepans, including 2-Quart, 3-Quart and 4-Quart capacities.  The Anolon Universal Steamer is made of durable stainless steel, dishwasher-safe and comes with a tempered glass lid to easily monitor the steaming process without releasing heat while cooking.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:23-04:00October 25th, 2013|Just For Fun, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Jif Whips Peanut Butter Spreads

Jif Whips Peanut Butter Spreads are designed for dipping, snacking or spreading. It is available in two flavor varieties, Whipped Creamy Peanut Butter and Peanut Butter & Chocolate Flavored Spread. Each 2 tablespoon serving has 140-150 calories, 2 grams saturated fat (of 11-12 grams total), 60-95 milligrams sodium, 2-8 grams sugar and 3-5 grams protein.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:23-04:00October 24th, 2013|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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