You are here: Home / reviews / Food

Just In Time for Labor Day – Herman T’s BBQ Sauce

August 31, 2010 By Kailani Leave a Comment

If you’re like a lot of other families across the country, you’ll probably be spending the upcoming Labor Day holiday outdoors BBQ’ing. I know we are! So we’re turning to Herman T’s BBQ Sauce to ensure that all our guests have a fun and delicious time!

The FRN members had the opportunity to review Herman’s BBQ Sauce for themselves. Here’s what they had to say:

The Art of Random Willy-Nilllyness: I would recommend this sauce to anyone. It also has less calories than the grocery store stuff. It is made with an all natural mix of powders that contain no MSG or other chemicals. Also one pouch will make up to 3/4 gallons of sauce. That is a lot of sauce for the price! And if you want to get crazy, you can doctor it up. The next time I use Herman T’s, instead of the water, I am trying beer. I think it will have a really good taste. I also used the BBQ powder as a dry rub on the chicken before I grilled it. Overall, Herman T’s is some finger licking good stuff! I can’t wait to grill out again!!

Contest Corner: The consensus was that the steak was good, but we couldn’t really taste the sauce. I think this would be best appreciated as a topping for meat rather than a marinade, so that you could really enjoy the flavor – although it didn’t help that I ran out of ketchup, so I only made 1 cup of each sauce. I tried a piece of steak marinated in each flavor; I was afraid that the “Hot” variety would be too intense for me – I have a very low tolerance for spicy foods – but it wasn’t outrageously spicy, so I was able to enjoy it. I had fun sampling Herman T’s BBQ Sauce and I look forward to trying it in other dishes!

Busy Working Mama: Herman T’s BBQ sauce mix is unlike any sauce I’ve tried before.  It is a dry mix that you combine with water and ketchup to create your own BBQ sauce.  I love the fact that you can make as much or as little as you want – use a tablespoon for a smaller serving or the whole packet for a giant vat.  I tried the original version and really liked the flavor.  This week I also made pulled pork in my crock pot and added some of the Herman T’s spicy BBQ sauce to the pot to simmer with the pork.  It was delicious!

Two Monkey’s & a Washtub: We live in Texas, need I say more? We BBQ all the time and are always trying out new BBQ sauce. This is some good BBQ sauce mix. What I really like (regardless of my initial apprehension) is that you can mix it up yourself, so if you need it a little thicker you can reduce the level of water. If you can’t take the heat, you can add a little more ketchup. We even tried it as a dry rub on chicken and it turned out really yummy! You can make as much as you want when you mix it up and it will keep in the fridge, but I can say it tastes great warm off the stove!  This sauce has a great flavor, not too spicy, not too much tomato flavor, and not too salty!

Marvelous Mommy: We started with the original mild. David mixed everything together and we tasted it. Overall I loved it…even more than our usual BBQ Sauce!! David said “I knew you’d like it. It tastes like ketchup.” He liked it but he still added his own twist on it {like he does everything} before he put it on our ribs. He added some Herman T’s Spicy “Hot” for a kick and some whiskey, Jack Daniels to be exact. David smoked the ribs on the grill for about 4 hours. We ate baked beans and corn on the cob {from our friends garden} with it!! It was delicious! We also had that same friend over for dinner and he enjoyed it as well!

A Nut in a Nutshell: First I tasted the mild sauce and then I tasted the spicy sauce. Honestly, I really couldn’t tell that much of a difference between the two, maybe just the slightest bit more heat with the spicy. I thought both of them had a slightly sweet flavor, and the catsup taste was quite noticeable. That’s not a bad thing, but I would have preferred the spice to overtake the catsup flavor. I might experiment next time and add a bit more dry mix than it calls for. I really liked whipping up a sauce that’s fresh not bottled, and knowing that it contains no chemicals or MSG makes me feel good about eating it and serving it.

Forgetfulone: Here in Texas, it’s not only the meat and the grilling that has to pass the test, it’s the sauce. The regular sauce is both sweet and tangy. And the spicy sauce has a little kick, which my husband loves. I even tried it, and it was spicy, but not Habanero-pepper-spicy, thank goodness! The great thing about the pouches is that they have a longer shelf life than bottles. Plus, you only need to make the amount you want for that particular meal, but if there are leftovers, they will keep in a closed container in the refrigerator.

Armymom’s Place: Herman T’s Sauce Mix was a hit…I doubled my recipe for meatloaf, and the entire thing was gone! There wasn’t enough! All the kids wanted more! Number 4, doesn’t like BBQ sauce at all. Usually I have to leave a section of my meatloaf, well, naked! She always tells me that it is “too spicy”. Not this time! She couldn’t get enough! In fact, she was quite upset when she was told there was no more. To the point of tears! Mr. Herman T. Jones, you have my seal approval! If my daughter will eat it with no problems, everyone else will love it! And that’s the truth!

The Thrifty Things: It’s not like the bottled BBQ sauce one buys in the stores. This is a mix which is whipped up from scratch and is still ready in only ten minutes. I didn’t need any fancy ingredients either–just water, ketchup and the BBQ mix. It’s available in two varieties, mild and spicy “hot.” The great thing about this sauce is I could make as much or as little as I wanted. It would be fresh each time. This sauce has a rich, thick texture and is slightly sweet. I made barbequed chicken and the whole family gave it a “thumbs up.”

So for a tasty BBQ Sauce that’s sure to be a big hit, stop by Herman T’s BBQ Sauce and check out their flavor selection. One package sells for $7.95 and 2 packages goes for $15.oo. Enjoy!

Here are more FRN reviews to check out:

Filed Under: Food, reviews

Celebrate Truffles

September 2, 2009 By Andrea

celebratetruffles

Let’s face it: weight loss is hard. To really lose weight and keep it off, one has to make certain lifestyle changes. That means cutting out many unhealthy (but so delicious) eating choices. One of the most common complaints among dieters is how much they miss chocolate, but thanks to Celebrate Life Nutrition, you can have your chocolate and diet too!

Celebrate Truffles and Chocolate Almonds are very rich, high quality confections, packed with antioxidants and quickly absorbed nutrients that quickly satisfy cravings. When eaten and consciously savored about 20 minutes before meal time, Celebrate Truffles help you feel less hungry, which in turn allows you to eat less!

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

When you savor a Celebrate Premium Chocolate Truffle you will discover much more than exquisite taste. It will quickly satisfy your hunger, cut your cravings, and feed your body what it’s hungry for.

Delivering powerful nutrition to your body with a sensationally unique taste, Celebrate Premium Chocolate Truffles are accented with 59 concentrated whole foods – fruits, nuts, grains, and herbs. Cultivated sustainably, all are freshly harvested from pristine fields in southwestern Brazil.

If you are looking for a way to truly satisfy your hunger, and cut your cravings we made Celebrate Chocolate Truffles, and Cocoa Covered Almonds for you. They are deliciously healthy foods to help you eat less.

PRODUCT REVIEWS

Family Review Network members were able to try Celebrate Truffles for themselves, and here’s what they thought:

Mom of Dancers Reviews: Now truffles are my all time favorite chocolate, so Celebrate Chocolate Truffles had a lot to live up to. Let me tell you, they did! They are super yummy. I’m not a really a big eater, so I’m not sure how well they did on suppressing my appetite. I did notice I felt full the few days I ate the chocolates. I really want to try them out for a longer period of a time though. Bonus, I get to eat more of them that way as well.

My Sentiment ExactLee: My girlfriend Apryl and I aren’t known to miss a meal. I decided to share with her a box of my Celebrate Truffles. At first she was hesitant, scared they would taste like medicine with a bitterness or even chalky like some chocolate supplements. However once Apryl tried them she said not only did they taste wonderful but they really worked. She completely forgot about lunch. I didn’t have that extreme a reaction but I do admit it helped fill me up so I didn’t eat as much as I usually would.

Sassy Frazz: I am not usually a dark chocolate fan, but the dark chocolates from Celebrate Nutrition is really good. I love that the company uses natural products, and that I can read and understand the ingredients. No chemicals.

Rockin Mama: When someone is trying to lose weight, the focus can easily shift to those foods that are considered “off limits.”  I like the idea of allowing a bit of an indulgence (like chocolate) into one’s weight loss plan so that there is no feeling of deprivation (and subsequent diet failures when cravings are given into).

Two of a Kind, Working on a Full House: I admit that I was really skeptical about being able to eat less by just having 1-2 chocolates before each meal, but I was wrong. I think I was more satisfied because I really wanted the chocolates and made sure that I savored each bite. Later, with lunch or dinner, I was able to enjoy the meal and knew when I was full.

Red Sox Mommy: I first tried the light truffle, it was mighty tasty! I’m not sure if it curbed my appetite or not, but it did satisfy a chocolate craving. My favorite item though was the cocoa almonds. Almonds are a weakness of mine, I love them! The cocoa gave them a dark flavor that was awesome!

Sage and Savvy: I also found that when I ate a single truffle within a half-hour of eating a meal, sometimes I did find myself eating less of my meal; other times the amount I ate was normal. Eating less may be a coincidence, or it may be attributed to the science behind the Celebrate Chocolate Truffles, but regardless of the reason, I’d be happy to eat more Celebrate Chocolate Truffles anytime, because they are simply satisfying and sumptuous!

Riding with No Hands: The chocolate is rich, without being overwhelming. It melts smoothly in your mouth, and the flavors linger. The cherry and raspberry truffles had tiny pieces of fruit mixed in with the chocolate, which was a delicious surprise! The cocoa almonds were good as well, though definitely not as sweet or rich as the truffles.

Blessings Abound: The kids and I are in agreement that the chocolate truffles and chocolate covered almonds are delightful, flavorful, and provide just sweetness that even my kids kept clamoring back for more.  I loved the crunch of the chocolate covered almonds and the smooth, velvety richness of the chocolates.  They melt instantly in your mouth and it really hit the spot when I had an overwhelming craving for chocolate.

Our 7 Qtpies: I looked over the ingredients and they are all natural, things like blueberries and nuts and avocados and on and on the list goes, truly things you know and eat. I was very impressed. My husband was very impressed with the taste.

Maria’s Space: The chocolate taste wonderful. Silky smooth and decadent. Anything that tastes that good shouldn’t be good for you but in this case, it is!!! They have milk and dark chocolate, along with Cherry Vanilla, Roasted Almond Bit, and Mountain Raspberry Truffles. Can you even think of a reason not to try this?

Chocolate Fingerprints: If your idea of the perfect chocolate is a Hershey bar, or if you abhor dark chocolate, this might not be the product for you. If you love deep, rich chocolate, you should definitely give Celebration Truffles a try! I loved all the truffles, but my favorite was the raspberry, followed by the Light Chocolate.

Pink…Like the Color: I enjoyed all these chocolates, but my favorite were the Chocolate Classics.  I don’t need my chocolate fancy to enjoy it.  It was hard, but I did try to eat them just before a meal and I have to say, I did not feel as hungry.  The true test was dinner time as we have been eating later and are usually so hungry by the time we finally eat.  I definitely did not feel so hungry and ate less.

The Mom Buzz: http://familyreviewnetwork.com/wp-admin/post.php?action=edit&post=2126After savoring all three truffles, I can’t choose a favorite. They were all three equally, melt-in-your-mouth delicious. And these decadent treats were just 160 calories!

From Melissa’s Desk: I would recommend this product to anyone looking to eat delicious chocolate and lose weight at the same time!

All Because Two People Fell in Love: I ate a truffle when I started to feel hungry and they really did suppress my hunger for a couple of hours. The truffles have a very smooth texture. They are made with a rich, (not bitter) cocoa.

The Power of  Housewife Word of Mouth: I had eaten just one at about 11:30 in the morning and I realized a 1/2 hour later that I still really wasn’t hungry for lunch. So not only did this make me eat less, I didn’t even really feel like I had to eat at all

Momstart: At first bite it is bitter as dark chocolate should be but as you savor it, the sweetness hits your taste buds and it’s delicious. If I didn’t wait and let some time settle I would have eaten the entire box and I wouldn’t have experienced the feeling of not needing food. I forgot I was hungry.

Moody Mama Says: The packaging of the truffles is fabulous. I loved the cute little boxes they came in. They would be great gifts for any occasion. I would recommend these truffles for anyone looking for a special treat. I can’t say that they curbed my hunger for more than 10-15 minutes, but they are delicious and have many health benefits.

Mom Giveaways: The first day I tried them I had sent the kids to a babysitter and was working on some projects at my house.  Times like that make it easy for me to just snack on junk food and skip eating a meal.  About 11:00 am I was really hungry.  Instead of grabbing a handful of candy I ate one cocoa covered almond and one truffle.  When the clock chimed at 12 noon I realized that I had not felt hungry for that hour.  I was able to make a healthy light lunch and go on with my work.

Therapeutic: The raspberry truffle was eaten before a meal, and I did feel that I ate less and was not as hungry. I did crave a second truffle, but I waited until the next day. Trying to save them and savor them as long as I can. Also a bit of a bonus, the cherry and raspberry had bits of fruit in the chocolate, divine!

A Wrestling Addicted Mommy: I tried my first piece and I do have to say they are amazing! Definitely satisfied any chocolate craving that I had, as far as suppressing my appetite, I honestly didn’t notice any of that going on, the chocolate was so yummy that I actually wanted more! Perhaps after using these for an extended period of time they might start to satisfy my hunger, but none the less they were really good.

A Couch with a View: Though I’m a night snacker, that’s my big problem, I decided to eat a couple of the cocoa covered almonds when I knew I was going to be up late and more than likely would end up snacking on crap. They were so great because they were the type of goodies that I like to savor, which kept me out of the kitchen and away from the cookies.

Forgetfulone: What I really love about them is they contain concentrated nutrients from 59 whole foods. They boost your Omega 3/DHA and anti-oxidants. They are also low glycemic for people who need to watch their blood sugar.

Busy Mommy Product Review: Oh my goodness, they are so fantastic. They are smooth and full of flavor, and just amazing. I was sad when they were all gone and am now checking out the site to decide what I want to order next.

Wish List Worthy: We loved that they were made from natural ingredients, and also the variety of flavors that we tasted in just one piece of chocolate. The chocolates are also a good source of DHA Omega 3, which is known to be heart and brain healthy.

The Mud Bug: I absolutely love the Celebrate Creations Truffles (especially the raspberry). In the Classics box my favorite was the milk chocolate truffle. I was not fond of the almonds. They were a bit too bitter for me. I would love to get more to test out the effect of controlling your appetite.

NerdFamily Things: These were really tasty! I am a huge snacker in the afternoon and, while a serving is actually 3, I ate 1 and was totally satisfied. They have a variety of flavors and styles. I got the classic sampler and the fruit/nut sampler. They have a great chocolate taste.

The Way I See it Too: The two boxes I received were snuggled securely in a box with cold packs. This extra care during shipping made sure my truffles arrived at my door in pristine condition. I was excited when I opened them because I knew exactly what was waiting inside the package. I immediately ate the Mountain Raspberry Truffle. It was as delightful as expected.

She Scribes: You don’t just taste and enjoy a Celebrate Chocolate Truffle…YOU EXPERIENCE IT! It’s like taking your mouth on an exotic vacation where your taste buds come alive and dance around in a chocolate heaven. SERIOUSLY… these truffles are BEYOND good! They are A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!

Mom Knows it All: I was really wanting a piece of candy that evening so I ate the Dark Chocolate Truffle. The dark chocolate had a bittersweet taste very much like regular dark chocolate. The texture of the two is very thick and smooth, not grainy at all.

Filed Under: Food, reviews Tagged With: candy, chocolate, Food, reviews, weight control

Rita’s Italian Ice Giveaway

May 29, 2009 By Cathi

Rita’s Italian Ice is the perfect treat for summertime. They have a variety of refreshing treats that are absolutely delicious. Rita’s even has a delectable treat for those who are watcing thier diet however the newest flavor, Blue Raspberry Ice, will have you catching a wave right into summer! 

Straight from From Rita’s: Our guests come to Rita’s to feel carefree, to escape the pressures of daily life, to take a moment for themselves, and to get a dose of happiness! Therefore, our franchise partners and Treat Teams stop at nothing to ensure that each guest enjoys the freshest, highest quality treats — served quickly and with a smile.

One of Rita’s biggest fans is the Family Review Network’s very own Lee from My Sentiment ExactLee. This is what Lee has to say about her weekly visits to Rita’s: Ms. Katie and Mr. Luis are 2 of my sons closest friends. Who are they and what do they have to do with this review you might ask? They are the employees at our local Rita’s Italian Ice. Every Thursday after preschool if Jason gets all 4 stamps for being good, we head over to Rita’s with our whole preschool group for a yummy treat! The staff goes above and beyond totake care of us and interact with the children. They make it a fun experience for all of us. Rita’s Italian Ice sells Italian Ice (even some sugar free options), Custard, Blendinis, Gelatis, Ritaccino’s (a coffee treat) and finally Slenderita’s fat free soft serve providing a wide variety for everyone.

My favorite thing at Rita’s is Custard. It’s much easier on my stomach than regular ice cream and a mix of Vanilla and Chocolate sends me to heaven. My son Jason however loves the Italian Ice. His favorite flavor is Cotton Candy. Rita’s changes their flavors every day so you can try something new each time you come. At our Rita’s about 8 flavors of Ice are available every day. My friend Jen, The Rita’s Queen as some of us refer to her, loves the Lemonade Ice. It has pieces of real lemon peel and in this Florida heat, is simply refreshing!

Right now Rita’s is celebrating their 25th anniversary! Stop in to play the Scratch and Win Vacation Contest at your local Rita’s or play online. You could win a Vacation to Riviera Maya, Mexico and if you play in store you can win many other prizes! There is also a $25,000 cash prize on the line!

I can honestly tell you Rita’s is one of my families favorite places to go for a treat. We go at least once a week and sometimes more. You could go everyday and not run out of delicious Ice and Custard flavors and combinations. 

 

 

 

Win 4 coupons for Rita’s Italian Ice!

To enter this giveaway:

~Leave a comment here telling us which Rita’s store is closest to your house.

~This giveaway will close at midnight on June 17th.

Earn extra entries:

~Subscribe to our feed.

~Place our button in your sidebar.

~Please leave a separate comment for each entry.
  

Brian Foggles: I’ll be going back [to Rita's] again and again. The place is bright and cheery and you just know when you walk in that you’re in for a treat. My treat was a Chocolate Ice and my Mom had Wild Black Cherry. And what a treat it was! I felt like I was a kid again back in NY eating ices from a white paper cup. These are not ices like shaved ices. They are creamy and the flavor is just right. 

A Couch With A View: When I realized that Rita’s Italian Ice had moved into a town not so far, I was thrilled!! I get so tired of just getting regular ol’ ice creams and shakes over the summer and something different is totally welcome!

Busy Mommy Product Reviews: There is something about Rita’s that just screams summer to me. So for us to be there with our friends and everyone eating their own icy dessert, for me was the kick-off to summer. I am not sure if it was more fun to eat my dessert or to watch Sara and her friends eating theirs.

Two Of A Kind, Working On A Full House: The Italian ice is Fat-free, Cholesterol-Free, Trans-Fat Free, and made fresh with real fruit every day at each store! It’s delicious AND good for you! We went to the Rita’s Ice at the beach while we were there this weekend! We got the Strawberry Margarita Italian Ice(the new flavor) and a Gelati with Mango Ice and Chocolate Custard! I knew I wanted the Chocolate Custard but couldn’t decide which ice to pair with it since there are so many choices! The girl working there suggested Mango and she was right, it did taste amazing!

Mom Knows it All: I have a confession. I’ve lived at the Jersey shore almost my entire life and I’d never been to Rita’s before today. I’d like to thank the Family Review Network for rectifying that situation right off the bat. Rita’s makes and sells freshly made Italian Ice and Frozen Custard products  in 19 different states within the US, with the majority of them being on the East Coast.

Riding With No Hands Reviews: I chose the Strawberry MargaRitaIce, a flavor that was just introduced this month. Marsy’s obsessedwith anything mango these days, and was thrilled they had it on the menu. The Strawberry MargaRitawas more tart than sweet, just like you’d imagine a virgin strawberry margarita to be. The mango ice was delicious! Not overly sweet either. Maybe it was just my imagination, but I could feel the texture of mango in my mouth with each bite. Yes, the Italian Ices were delicious, but what really impressed me about Rita’s was the service. The team members seemed like they were having a great time, offered samples to everyone, and just made us feel welcome. 

You can also follow Rita’s Italina Ice on Facebook, My Space and Twitter.

You’ll Love It!!

 

Filed Under: Family, Food, giveaways, kids, reviews

Boost

March 23, 2009 By Caryn

As parents, we worry about whether our children are getting the proper nutrients in their diet.  Children go through phases where they do and don’t want to eat.  They can be picky and perhaps only want to eat the same type of food over and over.  That is why Boost developed Kid Essentials…a nutritionally complete drink which provides balanced nutrition for kids ages one to thirteen.  Here is a little more information about Boost Kid Essentials from the site:

boost1

BOOST Kid Essentials Drink advances your kid’s nutrition with 25 essential vitamins and minerals, 7 grams of muscle-building protein, a good source of antioxidants (Vitamin C, E & Selenium), plus immunity-supporting probiotics.

A select group of our reviewers had an opportunity to try out BOOST Kid Essentials Drink with their children and here is what they had to say:

Amanda:  What I loved about the BOOST is that is actually tastes good. (Yes, I tried it. Sarah told me it was chocolate milk, so I agreed with her. I love that it gives the extra nutrients kids need each day!

The Angel Forever: SL really seemed to like it. He kept asking for more and finished most of the 8.25 ounce drink.   NHL immediately told me that it tasted like a milk shake to him.  It had a very nice vanilla flavor and was smooth. I know a lot of the other nutritional drinks can be gritty, but this was not.

Chocolate Fingerprints:  My daughter, who usually eats anything, didn’t like the drink, but my son drank all of his immediately, and finished off his sister’s portion the next day! He was very disappointed when all of the Boost was gone!  I’m so glad to have found this product for my picky eater, and I’m so glad it’s something that I don’t have to shove down his throat! It’s something he actually loves drinking!

Mom Fuse:  My daughter had the chance to try the chocolate variety and she loved it! She just thought it was chocolate milk, so it was easy to convince her to try it. My daughter has always had a few digestive issues from developing serious colic as a newborn, projectile vomiting and constipation. Still till this day she vomits when something doesn’t agree with her, even if it’s just a taste she doesn’t care for. So hopefully, with the continued use of this nutritional drink from BOOST®, her digestive system will continue to grow healthier.

My Trendy Tykes:  My Kids thoughts: YUMMY! and my little princess told me I made good drinks. (haha!) I’ll take the credit for ya BOOST. Not only do they taste GREAT but there’s always room for extra vitamins and nutrients, right?

The Power of Housewife Word Of Mouth:  Regan loves them. She says they taste just like vanilla milkshakes….I guess there is no point in me telling them how healthy they really are.

Rockin’ Mama:  These drinks are really perfect for those times when my son won’t eat, or like this week, when he seems to be getting sick.  When I read the nutritional content of BOOST Kid Essentials Drink I was surprised at how many vitamins and minerals it contains and still manages to taste good.

The Way I See It:  when The Princess left her half empty carton on the kitchen table, I drank it…all.  Yep! Boost Kid Essentials is that good and because it taste good I know my grand kids will drink it which means they’ll get the benefits of it.

Filed Under: Food, kids, reviews

Box-O-Box

March 9, 2009 By Caryn

boxo

For many college students, living in a dorm is their first experience away from home.  Care packages are a meaningful way to encourage students who may be feeling a little homesick during birthdays or stressed during exam times.  A select group of our reviewers had the opportunity to get a first-hand look at Box-O-Box’s innovative care packages.  Here is a little more information about the company from the site:

Box-O-Box allows you to send your college student the most hip, unique and fun care packages, right to his/her door.  Box-O-Box gives you a simple way to help motivate and support your hard-working student throughout the entire school year.  Our care packages are specialized for exam time, holiday time, birthday time or anytime!

Box-O-Box care packages retail from $39.99-$49.99 and are offered in 24 different, customizable themes (with more to come).  Here is what our reviewers thought about Box-O-Box:

An Island Review:  My first impression was how fun it looks!  It was so much fun to go through this box of surprises and we all oohed and ahhed every time we saw a different item.  It was like discovering a treasure chest and it made me feel like a kid again.  I think Box-o-Box is a very unique and exciting concept and even though it’s geared towards college students, anyone would be thrilled to receive one.  I know I did!

BrainFoggles:  Being the good Mom that I am, I had to try out the BOX-O-BOX Movie Night before I send anything to my daughter ;) And let me tell you, it is packed with good stuff! When it arrived, my younger daughter had just come home from school. Of course we had to open this surprise. We found ourselves smiling and laughing and soon tearing into the boxes of candy.  Now that I know what an awesome gift this is and how it puts a smile on your face, I’ll be purchasing one for Lady Ali probably for Exam Time.

Go Graham Go:  I received the “Feel Better” Box-O-Box and was thoroughly impressed! Not only is it a huge box, but the packaging is wonderful! The items included are some of the best products on the market! I’m talking about organic and hard to find items.

Mommy Goggles:   I have found something that is far better than sending flowers to someone who is having a birthday, just had a baby, or just because.  I actually think that this would be a great gift for that new mom (Pamper Yourself Box-O-Box), as well as a pick me up for someone like my current state; SICK! (Feel Better Box-O-Box).

A Nut in a Nutshell:  Would you take a look at this smorgasboard of delight? There’s something for everyone or in my case, just one. When I saw this, I wanted so badly to sneak a few of those boxes out of there for myself. I didn’t do it though, ok?  I knew when he got it because he called me, and that boy hardly EVER calls me. Not only that, when he called he spoke words, real words, not mono-syllabic grunts.
-Mom?
-Hi, honey.
-That care package rocks! Thanks, Mom. I love you.

And those words were all I needed to hear.

Rockin’ Mama:  When I received the box, I was already excited about it and it wasn’t even open.  That is because the colors are bright and vibrant and it’s packaged perfectly in matching tissue paper.   This is a situation where presentation and packaging are key.  Some of my favorite things in the box include a Burts Bee’s Head To Toe Starter Kit, Yogi Calming Tea, and Yummy Earth’ Organic Lolli Pops.  I can see how special and meaningful a box like this would be from a friend or family member.  I also think that a Box-O-Box makes a perfect gift for someone of any age.  Sometimes we all need a little boost of cheer and this is the perfect way to brighten someone’s day.

pamper

While Box-O-Box care packages were designed for the college student, we definitely think they make wonderful gifts for anyone!

Filed Under: Food, health/beauty, reviews

Regeneration Anti-Aging Whole Food Bars

January 27, 2009 By Caryn

top2

purchase_org_barParenting is as physically challenging as it is mentally.  From running our kids back and forth to school and play groups, to picking up after them and keeping them safe, healthy, and entertained ,it’s difficult not to feel drained at the end of the day.  Meals on the go become the norm…if we get in a meal at all.  Some of our members had an opportunity to sample the Regeneration Anti-Aging Whole Food Bars.  Here is a little more information about the company from the site:

There is a delicious snack or meal replacement with a whopping 150% of our recommended daily dose of antioxidants that comes from the world’s most exotic superfoods like acai and gogi berries, and the mangosteen. The BRAND NEW delicious Regeneration Anti-Aging Whole Food Bar is the first to contain a powerful combination of fresh, cold-pressed superfoods, high levels of anti-inflammatory nutrients and vitamins, nutritious fruit flavonoids and low-glycemic ingredients – foods that nourish from the inside out giving our body, skin and mind the nutrients needed to slow aging and achieve optimal health. The bar has been independently tested by Brunswick Laboratories to contain a super high 7,800 ORAC units per bar –The ORAC test is considered the industry standard in determining antioxidant level of foods and nutrients.

chart

Regeneration Anti-Aging Whole Food Bars are currently available online at for $47.99 per case of 12 bars ($3.99 each). They will soon be available at retailers nationwide.  That’s about the cost of a venti latte when you think about it!

All Because Two People Fell In Love:  When I compare this bar to other health food bars I have tried in the past this bar is much more moist! Since the ingredients list includes many foods that I haven’t tried before I was quite shocked with the taste! It is definitely different than any other bar I have tasted! You can really taste the fruit in the bar! These bars present a much fresher taste than other health food bars I have tried!

Brain Foggles:  The Cocoa Brownie bar has a bit of chocolate taste, but it has so much more too. There is also gogi berries, cranberries, grapes, sunflower seeds, and much more, but no sugar, corn syrup, hydrogenated oils, preservatives, etc. It’s just all natural, organic foods. It is a different sort of taste that does take a little getting used to, but it is tasty.

Chocolate Fingerprints:  I’m happy to report that these bars are great! Their mild flavor tasted a lot like really dense dried fruit, I’d say the best way to describe it would be a mixture of dried apricots and bananas.

From Melissa’s Desk:  For a little more than the cost of a venti latte, there is a delicious snack or meal replacement with a whopping 150% of our recommended daily dose of antioxidants that comes from the world’s most exotic superfoods like acai and gogi berries, and the mangosteen.

Loving Heart Mommy: Both were very tasty but I was mostly impressed with the fact that these lil’ bars are packed with a powerful punch of ingredients that are not only good for you, they are the right choice when it comes to an immune system boost!

Maria’s Space:  When you bite into the bar you can taste all the flavors of the ingredients. You can also see the ingredients. There is nothing in these bars that you will not be able to identify and when you are eating something with the words Whole Foods, this is important.  The bars are enjoyable and the consistency makes you feel as if you are getting a meal.

My Trendy Tykes:  They also contain the CORRECT ingredients needed for healthy aging.

I went to their site and read about each individual ingredient and their benefits. I was amazed….Red Sox Mommy:  These little bars pack quite a punch.  Now I’ve told you how healthy and affordable they are, but you may be wondering exactly what’s in them. Well, each bite will give you bits of goji berries, blueberries, cranberries, mulberries, grapes, pomegranate, acai, mangosteen, agave nectar, almonds, jiaogulan tea, pistachio nuts, c-ester, and omega 3,6,9.

Robyn’s Online World:  Upon taking a bite I was surprised, this bar has a lot going on. I mean it is one busy bar! There are so many different bits of different goodies that it really is a very pleasant experience with all the different textures and tastes.

She Scribes:  Of course my favorite was the Cocoa Brownie. It was good. It was certainly not a Hershey chocolate bar, but it’s also not suppose to be “candy”. It’s a health food bar so you should expect bites and pieces of the berries inside. They are chewy, but more so like a brownie. I was actually surprised how moist they were. I have eaten a lot of health bars in the past but they were never this fresh tasting.

This Mama Cooks!  On a Diet:  The bars were delicious, moist and had the usual slight grittiness of other nutritional bars.

Three P’s In a Pod:  I mean, they taste healthy – like a gritty fruity mixture of all the stuff we just do not get enough of in our regular diets. Would I eat them? From time to time. They are individually packaged and would travel really well and they would be great to have on hand for long flights or busy times. Give them a try…you will love how much better you feel!

Filed Under: Food, reviews, women