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March 13, 2015 Backyard Farms Tomato Talk and Tasting
I was recently invited to a Backyard Farms “Tomato Talk and Tasting” event. You’ve probably seen Backyard Farms tomatoes in the grocery store, they come those cute boxes with the white picket fences. Tim Cunniff, EVP at Backyard Farms, was on site to talk all things tomato. First up, the Somerset Pinks. Don’t be fooled […]
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March 1, 2015 Frozen Yogurt Pearls
Earlier this week I was invited to attend an event to taste a new kind of dessert, frozen yogurt pearls. They are made with organic frozen nonfat yogurt and wrapped in fruit casings – inspired by the way nature packages fruit, like a grape. The event was held at Cafe ArtScience in Cambridge. Mixologist Todd […]
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December 12, 2014 Holiday Wish List
I always try to get a jump on holiday shopping and then end up with no idea what to buy! Gift cards are convenient, but are so boring. So here are some fun gift ideas for this holiday season! Forlan y Cia 14 Worked Glass Vintage Seltzer Bottle from the Seltzer Shop, $195 Malta […]
December 9, 2014 Uncle Truscott’s
I originally met Peter and Katie Kelly (of Uncle Truscott’s) at the Taste Trekkers conference in the Hope and Main tasting pavilion. It was there that I fell in love with their almond butter toffee and their truffles. Their almond butter tofffee comes in 1/4lb, 1/2lb and 1lb bags (trust me and get the […]
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November 20, 2014 DAVIDsTEA
Last week I was invited to preview the new holiday collection at Davids Tea. They have a location right in Downtown Crossing where you can not only pick up some tea, but grab a cup to go. I personally recommend the eggnog latte and plan to go back one morning and try the matcha […]
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October 31, 2014 NOLA’s Salsa
Nola’s salsa is made right here in Boston by Sherie Grillon, a New Orleans native. The name Nola’s pays tribute to her hometown. Her traditional Mexican salsa is made with the freshest ingredients resulting in a salsa that is bold and flavorful. There are no preservatives, no oils, no sugars and no artificial colors. The […]
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October 29, 2014 Scoopsies
Scoopsies is a brand new ice cream company in Boston. They deliver premium ice cream right to your door. The company started in 2013 as an ice cream challenge to make 100 flavors in 365 days. Chloe delivered twice to my office – on the second visit she came with the smoked sea salted caramel […]
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September 14, 2014 Maple Water
Have you heard of Maple Water? People are calling it the “new coconut water”. I met Kate, the co-founder, at a Good Ones party a while back. Turns out, we went to high school together – small world. Kate has a Master of Science in Nutrition from Northeastern University. She is a Certified Holistic Health […]
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September 11, 2014 Rhythm Superfoods’ Kale Chips
Kale chips seem to be pretty popular these days. Rhythm Superfoods has a line that includes flavors like zesty nacho, kool ranch, bombay curry, mango habanero, texas bbq, pineapple coconut and honey mustard. The flavors like zesty nacho and kool ranch are a great way to ease people into the idea of kale chips because […]
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July 31, 2014 Taza Chocolate Tour
Did you know that the Taza chocolate factory is located right in Somerville? You can take a tour for $5! Tours are educational and last 45 minutes. Groups are kept small, capping at around 18. Taza Chocolate Mexicano Rustic, round dark stone ground chocolate discs with a distinctively gritty texture, some sweet, some savory, some […]
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