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Dole Chef’s Choice Salad Kits

Prepare a fresh salad fast and easily with Dole's new salad kits serving 3 to 4 people: Chef's Choice Caesar or Tuscan. Each kit contains two heads romaine lettuce, toppings and dressing. Each 1/2-Romaine head serving contains 220 to 240 calories, 3.5 to 4 grams saturated fat (of 18 to 22 grams total), 540 to 570 milligrams sodium and 3 to 5 grams protein. One salad serving is also a good source of fiber, vitamin C, calcium and iron and an excellent source of vitamin A, vitamin K and folate.

By |2017-09-08T10:55:46-04:00September 20th, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Brio! Ice Cream

Brio! Ice Cream is made with organic whole milk from pasture-raised cows, whey protein concentrate, clarified butter and canola, sunflower and coconut oil plus 24 added vitamin and minerals. Available in 6 flavors without artificial sweeteners, flavors or GMOs: Dark Chocolate, Very Strawberry, Madagascar Vanilla, Vanilla Caramel, Café Latte and Tropical Mango. Each 1/2-cup contains 135 to 155 calories, 2 to 3 grams saturated fat (of 5 to 7 grams total) and 5 to 6 grams protein plus several vitamins and minerals..

By |2017-09-08T10:56:11-04:00September 18th, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

T-fal Ingenio 5-Second Chopper

The manual T-fal Ingenio 5-Second Chopper can cut up fruits, vegetables or meats and prepare salsas, sauces and guacamole in seconds. The easy-to-pull knob gives you complete control over the chop/puree level of your food. The unit has a non-slip base, ultra sharp stainless steel blades, with a dishwasher-safe cutting case and blades  and a lifetime warranty. A great option when you don't want to pull out your large food processor.

Qi’a Superflakes

Qi'a Superflakes are made with sprouted grain and coconut or chia seeds. They are organic, gluten-free and are available in three different flavors: Honey Chia, Coconut Chia and Cocoa Coconut. Each 1-cup serving contains 220 to 240 calories, 0 to 6.5 grams saturated fat (of 3 to 7 grams total) and 5 to 6 grams protein. Each is an excellent source of fiber with 6 to 7 grams per serving; the Honey Chia and Coconut Chia Superflakes are also an excellent source of iron with 30 to 35 percent of the daily recommended intake. Kristine James, intern at Bite of the Best: Although I like the taste, the cereals are [...]

By |2017-09-08T10:56:26-04:00September 6th, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Curate Kids Bars

Curate Kids Bars come in three flavors: Chocolate & Banana, Apple & Cinnamon and Oatmeal & Chocolate Chunk, are non-GMO, gluten-free and are made without artificial preservatives, flavors or colors. They contain whole grains, fiber and plant-based protein from organic quinoa, gluten-free oats and nuts. Each bar contains 150 to 160 calories, 1 to 2 grams saturated fat (of 6 to 7 grams total) and 4 grams protein. Kristine James, intern at Bite of the Best: My kids really like these. They make a great afternoon snack after school containing a few grams less sugar than other kids' bars with more twice as much protein — 4 grams versus 2 [...]

By |2017-08-31T13:59:50-04:00September 4th, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

GoGo squeeZ YogurtZ

The yogurt and fruit combo GoGo squeeZ YogurtZ come in a re-sealable pouch in banana, strawberry and berry flavors not needing refrigeration. They are kosher certified without preservatives, artificial growth hormones (rBST) or the use of antibiotics. Each 3-ounce serving contains 90 calories, 1.2 grams saturated fat (of 1.5 grams total), 55 milligrams sodium and 4 grams protein, and are a good source of calcium and vitamin D with 15% of what's recommended daily.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:50-04:00August 24th, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Built IceTec Collection Freezable Lunch Bag

Built IceTec Collection Freezable Lunch Bags use an IceTec™ technology to keep food and drinks cold for up to 10 hours. Just place the bag overnight in the freezer to chill the freezable gel. In the morning, pack your food and take to work, school or with your to a picnic. The bags are phthalates, PVC and BPA-free.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:50-04:00August 22nd, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Maille Rosemary Honey Mustard on Tap, Limited Edition

Maille’s new limited-edition Dijon mustard blended with rosemary honey is produced in the Pyrenées Mountains on the French Mediterranean coast. The mustard is pumped fresh from Maille’s mustard tap into bright green sandstone jars made in Burgundy. Available through September 30. Each teaspoon contains 15 calories, 0.9 grams total fat and 400 milligrams sodium.

By |2017-09-08T10:57:01-04:00August 15th, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Lance PB&J Grape Toasty Cracker Sandwiches

Lance PB&J Grape Toasty Cracker Sandwiches are made with real peanut butter and Welch's grape jelly, without artificial flavors, colors or ingredients. Each 6-cracker package contains 190 calories, 2 grams saturated fat (of 9 grams total), 180 milligrams sodium and 4 grams protein. Kristine James, intern at Bite of the Best: My daughter loves these, making a great addition to her lunch box. The combination of protein and fat satiate without a lot of calories and the jelly adds a little sweet with only 4 grams of sugar per serving.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:50-04:00August 12th, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Mann’s Nourish Bowls

Nourish Bowls are veggie bowls featuring lots of fresh veggies (kohlrabi, butternut squash, cauliflower, sweet potatoes, kale, sugar snap peas) plus grains and sauce that only need a few minutes in the microwave. Serve for a meal or as a side dish. The flavors include Southwest Chipotle, Monterey Risotto, Sesame Sriracha, and Smokehouse Brussels. Bowls vary in nutrition with 220 to 420 calories, 1.5 to 5 grams saturated fat (of 6 to 32 grams total), 540 to 800 milligrams sodium and 6 to 11 grams protein. They all are are excellent sources of fiber with 6 to 11 grams per serving. Save

By |2017-08-31T13:59:50-04:00August 3rd, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|59 Comments

Nonni’s Dark Chocolate Almond THINaddictives

Made with California almonds, bananas, sweet cherries and rich dark chocolate, Nonni's Dark Chocolate Almond THINaddictives cookies are available in three pre-portioned new flavors: Dark Chocolate Banana Almond, Dark Chocolate Cherry Almond and Double Dark Chocolate Almond. They are made without artificial flavors and preservatives. Each pack contains 70 to 80 calories, 0.5 to 1 gram saturated fat (of 2.5 to 3 grams total), 30 to 40 milligrams sodium and 2 grams protein.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:50-04:00August 2nd, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Loi Pasta

Loi Pasta is authentic Greek pasta, created by our Guest Foodie Maria Loi. It's produced in Greece from 100% durum wheat semolina and currently available in four varieties: Kritharaki Orzo, Couscoussaki (a petite pasta), Fidelini Nests (angel hair nests) and Macaroni (a tubular spaghetti). Each 2-ounce serving contains 203 calories, 0.3 to 0.8 grams saturated fat (of 0.8 to 1.7 grams total) and 6.2 to 7.3 grams protein.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:51-04:00July 17th, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Royal Hawaiian Orchards Dark Chocolate Macadamias

Royal Hawaiian Orchards Dark Chocolate Macadamias are chocolate-covered macadamia nuts from the Hawaiian island. They are non-GMO verified and available in three flavors: Dark Chocolate Blueberry Acai, Dark Chocolate Blackberry Goji, and Dark Chocolate Pomegranate Mango. Each 1/4 cup serving contains 220 calories, 7 grams saturated fat (of 18 grams total), 10 milligrams sodium and 2 grams protein. They are a good source of fiber with 3 grams per serving and iron with 10-15% of daily recommended intake. Kristine James, intern at Bite of the Best: Macadamia nuts are high in healthy monounsaturated fat (as found in olive oil and avocado) and the chocolate is dairy free.  A great snack if [...]

By |2017-09-08T10:57:24-04:00July 15th, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|1 Comment

KIND Bars

KIND introduced three new flavors to their to the Nuts & Spices line: Dark Chocolate Almond Mint, Honey Roasted Nuts & Sea Salt and Black Truffle Almond & Sea Salt and two new flavors to the Fruit & Nut line: Dark Chocolate Almond & Coconut and Raspberry Cashew & Chia. Each bar contains 190 to 200 calories, 1.5 to 5 grams saturated fat (of 11 to 15 grams total), 20 to 135 milligrams sodium and 3 to 6 grams protein. They are good to excellent sources of fiber with 2.5 to 6 grams and good to excellent sources for several vitamins and minerals, including  vitamin B and E, iron, phosphorus, [...]

By |2017-09-08T10:57:35-04:00July 12th, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|Comments Off on KIND Bars

Inglehoffer Ghost Pepper Mustard

The new Inglehoffer Ghost Pepper Mustard was one of the “America’s Hottest” Gold medal winners at 21st annual World-Wide Mustard Competition. With the taste of Oregon sweet onions and a smooth flavor, it is perfect on wings, burgers, fries and anywhere you would use mustard. Each teaspoon contains contains 10 calories, no fat and 120 milligrams sodium.

By |2017-09-08T10:58:02-04:00July 4th, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

revolution foods Lunch Bundles

Revolution foods introduced Lunch Bundles in four different kits for kids, featuring a protein (cheese and/or meat or chickpeas, soy nuts or no-nut butter), some whole grains and fruit & veggies without artificial flavors or preservatives. Three are gluten-free. Each contains 450 to 570 calories, 6 to 12 grams saturated fat (of 21 to 33 grams total), 230 to 560 milligrams sodium and 11 to 16 grams protein. All are also good sources of fiber and iron; two are  excellent sources of calcium. Kristine James, intern at Bite of the Best: My kids enjoyed these packaged meals, which are healthier than the conventional ones that contain processed cheese, meat and [...]

By |2017-09-08T10:58:19-04:00July 1st, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

XIX Nineteen – Hyatt At The Bellevue, Philadelphia

I knew I'd be in Philadelphia attending my friends' wedding at the Atrium of the Curtis Center, so I checked around with the food publicists to see who handled Philly and whether there was a place I could review. Bingo! That's how I ended up on the nineteenth floor of the Hyatt At The Bellevue for lunch the day after the amazing nuptials celebration. The dome-shaped room with magnificent views of the city of brotherly love is pretty much as it was when built in 1904, although it was renovated with warm tones in 2006. We were told to be careful about what we discussed as the dome effect allows [...]

By |2017-08-31T15:05:47-04:00June 29th, 2016|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments

Naturally More Nut Butters Boosted with Probiotic and Flax

Naturally More introduced a new line of nut butters: Organic Valencia Peanut Butter, Roasted Almond Butter and Chocolate Hazelnut Spread with added flaxseed and boosted with probiotics to support digestive health and immune functions. The nut butters are available in both jars and pouches. Each 2-tablespoon serving contains 180 to 190 calories, 1 to 2 grams saturated fat (of 14 to 17 grams total), 60 to 95 milligrams sodium, 5 to 8 grams protein and is a good source of fiber with 3 to 4 grams.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:51-04:00June 24th, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments

Farmers Pantry Cornbread Crisps

Farmers Pantry — baked not fried — Cornbread Crisps are available in original and jalapeño flavor in regular and bite-size packages. Each 1-ounce serving contains 130 calories, 0.5 grams saturated fat (of 4.5 grams total), 250 to 290 milligrams sodium and 2 grams protein. They are a good source of folate with 15% of the daily recommended intake. Kristine James, intern at Bite of the Best: If you're looking for something savory and crunchy, these make a good snack. They're are lower in fat than conventional corn chips with 4.5 grams compared to 10 grams.

By |2017-09-08T10:59:12-04:00June 20th, 2016|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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