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Big Slice

Big Slice are kettle-cooked apples that come in 16 flavors in convenient on-the-go pouches. They are made with real fruits without any artificial ingredients or preservatives. Each 4.5 ounce serving contains 50 to 170 calories, 0 to 0.5 grams saturated fat (of 0 to 8 grams total), 0 to 10 milligrams sodium and 0 to 5 grams protein. Each variety provides the daily recommended amount of Vitamin C. Pineapple passion fruit is an excellent source of fiber with 5 grams per serving. Boysenberry chocolate and honey berry chia are good sources of fiber, each with 3 grams per serving, as well as raspberry hibiscus & green coffee extract which also [...]

By |2017-08-31T13:59:53-04:00January 11th, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Tessemae’s All Natural Dijon Mustard

Tessemae's organic All Natural Dijon mustard contains water, mustard seeds, vinegar, salt and spices. I Each teaspoon contains 5 calories and 125 milligrams sodium. Kristine James, intern at Bite of the Best: Compared to other Dijon mustards I've sampled, Tessemae's is a lot smoother and is not "hot." It is a great alternative for people who like the Dijon mustard taste without the heat.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:53-04:00January 10th, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Full House Asian Bistro, Kimball Junction, Park City, UT

Families skiing in the Park City area often look for reasonably priced places to take the kids. Full House Asian Bistro in the Kimball Junction shopping area is just that. This decent kid-friendly restaurant offers Chinese, Asian and Japanese selections. We started with the spicy wonton soup for two ($8) with steamed wontons in a sweet both made spicy with some chile oil. Warmed the soul from inside out. I'd recommend. Next we ordered Buddha’s feast with broccoli, carrots, black mushrooms and tofu ($11) made spicy, as asked them to make to do so. I was wanted a spicy dish like Buddha's with lots of veggies. Was fine, nothing special. I [...]

By |2017-08-31T16:19:02-04:00January 9th, 2016|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments

Stouffer’s Fit Kitchen

Stouffer's new Fit Kitchen frozen entrees are packed with 25 or more grams of protein and healthy carbohydrates including dark green vegetables, sweet potato and brown rice. They come in six different meal options including steak fajita, cilantro lime chicken, rotisserie seasoned turkey, Monterey chicken, bourbon steak and oven roasted chicken. Each meal contains 250 to 410 calories, 2 to 5 grams saturated fat (of 4 to 13 grams total), 750 to 960 milligrams sodium and 25 to 27 grams protein.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:53-04:00January 8th, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

High West Distillery & Saloon in Park City, Park City, UT

The warm fire outside of High West Distillery & Saloon in Park City invited us in to check it out. High West — located in Old Town — is Utah’s first distillery since the 1870’s, and the only ski-in gastro-distillery in the world. It's located at the bottom of Quittin’ Time ski run and next to the Town Lift. We weren't skiing but were in the mood for a drink. Instead of indulging in their small-batch, mountain-crafted, award-winning whiskeys, we opted for a beer. I had a Leffe Blonde ($7). Along with that libation, we ordered the warm, large house-made pretzel accompanied by whiskey whipped cheddar beer cheese,  a Dijon mustard [...]

By |2017-08-31T16:19:02-04:00January 4th, 2016|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments

Park City Food Tours

Consider taking a day off of the slopes when in the Park City (UT) area to learn some of the history of Main Street while tasting the fare of several restaurants. Local resident Shirin Spangenberg hosts Park City Food Tours where you'll hear how the town has gone from mining to dining — of course, sampling some goodies — while walking down the picturesque historic Main Street. If you're tired from your day's activities, there is a free trolley to take you back up the street. When I took the tour this fall (prices vary seasonally),  we stopped at the below mentioned places for a nibble. The locations change often [...]

By |2017-09-01T14:46:47-04:00January 2nd, 2016|USA Restaurants, USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments

Maxwell’s East Coast Eatery, Kimball Junction, Park City, UT

Maxwell's is an Italian sports bar in Kimball Junction — a section of Park City — serving East Coast style preparations for reasonable prices, including pizza by the slice. We sampled the meaty jumbo wings ($12) in a choice of sauces. My nephews had the original spicy Buffalo sauce, with carrots. Celery and bleu cheese sauce are also options, as is ordering the wings boneless. One of my grand-nephews ordered a slice of cheese pizza ($3 ) with his wings; the other ordered their "famous" Philly cheesesteak ($10) on an Amoroso's hearth-baked roll topped with onions, green peppers, cherry peppers and a side of French fries ($.99). I tried the [...]

By |2017-08-31T16:19:02-04:00December 29th, 2015|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments

Blue Isle Mediterranean Yogurt Spreads

Blue Isle Mediterranean Yogurt Spreads is a healthy alternative for cream cheese, dips, oil, butter, sour cream and crème fraiche. The spreads are made from fresh, rBST-free milk, containing live active and probiotic cultures. Two tablespoons contain between 60 to 70 calories, 4 grams saturated fat (of 6 grams total) and between 15 and 135 milligrams sodium.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:54-04:00December 27th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

The Lift Grill & Lounge at Jupiter Bowl, Park City, UT

For my grand nephew's twelve birthday, the family in town gathered at the Jupiter Bowl for some bowling and then at the Lift Grill & Lounge dining room to eat. I was told that the food was quite good there, but we learned the management had changed. Would the offerings be as good? We shared lots of appetizers for the table. The guacamole with chips ($8) was greatly in need of some seasoning even a soupçon of salt or the addition of jalapeños. The tortilla on the quesadilla ($9) needed more cooking; the filling again needed seasoning. The vegetarian samosas ($10), filled with potatoes, peas and lentils drizzled in a [...]

By |2017-08-31T16:19:02-04:00December 26th, 2015|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments

Cocktail Caviar

Holl and Kamp introduced Cocktail Caviar, "pop-able" pearls of spirits  just in time for the holidays. They come in five different flavors. Each pearl is filled with flavored vodka. For a festive look this season, add them to your glass of wine, champagne or other alcoholic beverages for surprise pop! Also fun to garnish food or desserts.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:54-04:00December 24th, 2015|Just For Fun, xyz misc|0 Comments

10+ Holiday Libation Suggestions

So many libations, so little time to sample them all. We decided to taste a few and provide some suggestions for hostess gifts or food pairing at one of your holiday gatherings. And who to know better what their wines go with that the wine makers; we reached out to each for their holiday matches. The fruit-forward, bright lemon and apple nosed Rodney Strong 2013 Sonoma County Chalk Hill Chardonnay (SRP: $22.00) pairs nicely with butternut squash in soup with rosemary browned butter; or noodles with the squash, ginger and scallions   Serve the complex and velvety spicy dark plum and berry Rodney Strong 2013 Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (SRP: $35.00) [...]

By |2017-08-31T16:19:03-04:00December 23rd, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Sammy’s Bistro, Park City, UT

While visiting in Park City, I heard that Sammy's Bistro had decided to offer breakfast. I had to try it as there are very few places offering breakfast fare in this busting ski resort. One of us ordered a simple scrambled egg, bacon and hash browns with a side of toast ($8.50). Although they mentioned that they made they make their own hash browns, the kitchen forgot to add any seasoning. Salt and pepper would have been an acceptable addition. Another had the two Scotch eggs — Italian sausage wrapped around a soft boiled egg, then rolled in bread crumbs and fried ($12). Sadly the cook fried it way too [...]

By |2017-08-31T16:19:03-04:00December 21st, 2015|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments

Farmhouse Culture Krauts and Kimchi

Farmhouse Culture introduced raw Krauts and Kimchi in 5 different variations. They are organic, non-GMO and vegan. Each 1/4 cup serving contains 15 calories, 310 to 340 milligrams sodium and provides almost half of the daily recommended amount of Vitamin K. Raw kraut and kimchi are rich in probiotics, which will help boost your immune system as well as increase the "good bacteria" in your gastrointestinal tract.   - bonnie:  I liked the spicy flavor of these good-for-you fermented organic cabbage krauts and kimchi. My favorite are the spicy wakame ginger kimchi and smoked jalapeno kraut! I suggest giving them a try. BonnieBOTB Follow @BonnieBOTB

By |2017-08-31T13:59:54-04:00December 18th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Tupelo, Park City, UT

Tupelo's chef-owner Matt Harris had worked in — and opened — restaurants around the country before he settled in Park City to open this — his first — one. He worked with Jean George at Spice both in Atlanta and NYC, With Nancy Oakes at Boulevard in San Francisco and with many other chefs. Matt describes his new Main Street establishment as "a globally inspired fine dining restaurant that honors artisanal ingredients and food terroir."  I got to sample his cuisine just before the official opening, the day after the menu had rolled out. For beverages they offer Mexican sugar cane bottled sodas in addition to a full bar. I [...]

By |2017-08-31T16:19:03-04:00December 14th, 2015|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments

Crunchies

Crunchies Natural Food Company introduced these freeze-dried fruit snacks in nine different flavors. They contain no added sugar, no artificial flavors or coloring and are non-GMO, vegan and kosher certified. Each 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup serving contains 40 calories, 3 to 8 grams sugar and 1 to 3 grams of fiber. The blueberry and raspberry are a good source of fiber, each with 3 grams per serving. Kristine James, intern at Bite of the Best: I like the crunchy texture of the sweet and healthy freeze-dried fruits, with no added sugar. My favorite is strawberry. Great on cereal or oatmeal or as a snack.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:54-04:00December 12th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Simply7 Kale Chips

Simply7 introduced Kale Chips made from kale and potatoes, available in three flavors: Sea Salt, Dill Pickle and fresh Lemon & Olive Oil. They are non-GMO project verified, Gluten-Free certified, vegan and Kosher. Each 1-ounce serving contains 130 to 140 calories, 0.5 grams saturated fat (of 6 to 7 grams total), 290 to 400 milligrams sodium and 79% of the vitamin K recommended daily.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:54-04:00December 9th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Lundberg Organic Tri-Color Blend Quinoa

Lundberg introduced Organic Tri-Color Blend Quinoa including white, brown, red and black seeds. It makes a great meal on its own, in salads or as a base for a variety recipes. Each 1/4-cup serving contains 170 calories, 2.5 grams total fat, 6 grams protein and 3 grams, a good source, fiber. One serving provides 45 grams of whole grains or about the government recommended daily amount.    

By |2017-08-31T13:59:54-04:00December 5th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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