I’m always looking for low priced groceries that my family will actually eat. I also look for convenience items to keep on hand because of our busy schedules during the day. So I thought we’d try cereal bars to prevent being late for appointments or just a quick snack. …

General Mills Count Chocula cereal is a pretty sweet cereal, but it undeniably has a distinctly rich flavor to it. The sweetness mainly comes from the marshmallow pieces with the remaining sweetness originating from the chocolate cereal pieces. Much of the actual flavor this cereal has to offer comes …

V8 Juice, notorious for both health and taste. For Health, V8 Juice boasts a 70 calorie vegetable drink with no fats whatsoever, no cholesterol whatsoever, 600mg of sodium, 670mg of potassium, 14g of carbs, 3g of fiber, 9g of sugar, and 3g of protein. Truly notable. You might question …

I have not tasted many brands of beer. However, one of the very few I have gotten to taste is a brand of beer called Guiness. I believe it is a beer which comes from either the UK or Ireland too. Nevertheless, I know that I have seen …

I have loved banana chips ever since I was a little girl. However, the thing I didn’t like about especially the Chippies brand which people would buy for me sometimes was that the chips tended to be a bit crude and tough. SO they tasted alright, but it was …

Pinahs Rye Chips —“ Garlic is my favorite of the four flavors available. I had a feeling that I would really enjoy this flavor because I really enjoy garlic in general, and I was pleased to find that the makers of this chip treated the chips with a generous …

I had to run some errands before coming home last night so I told my wife I would just bring home dinner with me. After some thought about this, I ended up going to Rechek’s Food Pride here in Beaver Dam, WI and getting chicken from their deli.
Since …

After decided to become vegan almost a year ago, I have been constantly on the lookout for easy, convenient dishes that are still healthy. Many frozen dinners I have tried fell quickly into the “never to be purchased again” category. After many disappointments, particularly with regards to pasta dishes, …

Since beginning my smoking habit three years ago, Dorals have been my brand of choice. It began originally because my roommate smoked them and I wanted to be able to bum from her without sacrificing my preference. They were also the least-trashy brand of the trashy brands, and were …

Kroger Raisin Bran contains just as many raisins and just as many crunchy flakes as the name brand Kellogg’s Raisin Bran, plus, the Kroger store brand variety is sold for a lower price. That is why I purchase the Kroger store brand over the name brand. It is just …

I have just lately started drinking Snapple peach iced tea, because my parents buy it for themselves. So I thought I would try it. I am familiar with regular Snapple, but this is a nice change from that because of the fruity taste. What’s nice about it is that …

I haven’t been a kid in a long time and my candy preferences generally run more toward high cocoa content dark chocolate than “lollies” but I received a Yummy Earth Organic Lollipop sample in an order of herbal shampoo, of all things, and gave it a try. WOW! Within …

I followed directions on the package to boil the separate inner packets for thirty minutes - and they broke open in the boiling water. Next time, I tried microwaving them (the alternate method listed on the package), and a pool of thin liquid filled the bottom of the bowl. …

I only drink a certain brand of milk but when I experienced constipation and even stomached I drink Yakult. What does this yakult benefit for my health? It has live lactobacillus that help our stomachache and intestine in digestion and prevent from infection.
This yakult was made a many years …

I typically love mint teas, and decided to try Bigelow’s Plantation Mint tea. It smells great while hot, and the first few sips are very pleasant. I usually add about two teaspoons of sugar, which brings out the mint flavor a bit more. And although the …

Sam’s Choice Belgian Dark Chocolate, sold at WalMart, comes neatly packaged in a silvery colored box, which makes it look finer than just a regular chocolate bar. It is made with 70% of cocoa, according to the box. The bar itself is rather thin, divided into large (approximately 1 …

I would not like to guess how many Snickers chocolate bars I have bought in my lifetime, but they are an absolute classic. As a Brit, I defiantly continued to refer to them as —˜Marathons’ for ages after the name was changed in 1990 as they were so …

Many years ago, on a hot summer day, I had discovered the refreshing power of iced coffee. I make it regularly ever since. My favorite recipe includes vanilla ice cream. Both instant and brewed coffee works well for it. For instant, you can even use cold water, to speed …

Although I enjoy munching on raisins fairly regularly, I do not at all care for these Little Debbie Raisin Creme Pies. The reason I am not at all delighted with this pie is because the raisin flavor is not what I expected to be. I was really very disappointed …

Growing up, Crystal had a product out called Marble Fudge. It was my favorite ice cream. I was probably a child addict to it. Then the grocer began to carry their own brand of product, and it phased out Crystal ice cream to nothingness. I wasn’t …

This yummy traditional cookie is one of my favorites, and always has been. These cookies are shortbread with chocolate on the bottom and fuge stripes across the top. It is just the right combination of chocolate and shortbreak to make a fantastic cookie.
I really like getting the ful size …

Breyers French Vanilla ice cream is not bad, although I also really cannot say it is fabulous or even decent. It is sort of just alright or average. For an ice cream that is supposed to be of the French Vanilla variety, I really am disappointed. The ice cream …

I love this chocolate cream-filled cookies that I eat it almost everyday. It’s good that it’s available in small packs, wherein a pack contains 3 cookies, which helps me control my consumption and I also don’t need to worry about sealing the opened pack or storing it in a …

I love a good hot dog now and then and I am always on the lookout for a new type to try. I recently had a coupon for a free package of any type of Oscar Mayer brand hot dogs so I decided to try the Oscar Mayer …

Most of the time I buy rice pasta but it is not as easy to come by. I have to drive all the way to my closest Trader Joe’s, which isn’t too close or I have to pay too much for some online. Since I don’t have celiac disease …

We’ve had Hormel Beef Roast for supper, for the first time, but definitely not for the last. It is so easy to cook, one of those “heat & eat” products that you just put in your oven or microwave, and in 7 minutes it is ready to serve. It …

Sweet moments are exactly what it say it is a sweet moment. A small bag that will quickly bring you sweet tasty pleasures.
This is an instant pudding all you have to do is pour boiled water in the cup where you have previously put the content of the …

I am a huge fan of San Mig’s 3-in-1 line of coffees. The 3-in-1 Coffee Mix comes in Mild, Original, Strong and Extra Strong blends. The four blends also come in sugar-free variances. So, it’s for everyone even for those who are quite conscious about their sugar diets. I’d …

I once tried a box of tea bags to make my iced tea and I am here to tell you that there is definitely a big difference in the taste of different tea bags. I can often get away with getting the cheaper brands at the grocery store because …

I love chocolate. I like simple mild chocolate that is rich and smooth. I want it to be creamy. I also like nuts, particularly almonds and I love toffee.
Hershey’s Nuggets Extra Creamy Milk Chocolate with Toffee and Almonds is great. It fills all three of my confectionary wants. It …

Cookout is this strange little fast food chain around Charlotte, North Carolina. I assume they have other branches in other cities too, but I don’t know for sure. When we went, we found that they had an almost overwhelming amount of options on their menu board and we ended …

Another Pizza from the Chicago Town Edge to Edge range. As I mentioned I like to eat Pizza and eat a fair few. This is probably because it is 1 of my most favourite foods and this range of Pizza is slightly different to other Pizza’s out there. This …

The humble breakfast cereal is often dismissed by the public as just so much junk. Its supposed health benefits are discussed and highlighted in TV adverts; it is used as an example of healthy eating, yet most are little more than excuses for manufacturers to sell sweet things disguised …

Before ALDI opened up in my area, I used to purchase the Walmart Great Value Garlic Texas Toast because it was the cheapest Texas Toast I could find at just a dollar seventy-four a box for eight slices. That easily beat the national brands like New York Style and …

My sister brought home snacks one time and it is Ridges Potato Chips 60g. She said that the price is cheap for PHP 23.25. I am excited to taste it as I have not tasted any cheese-flavored snack for three months. This one is different among the cheese-flavored snack …

I love oatmeal. Today, I picked up a box of Active Lifestyle Instant Oatmeal raisin, apple and walnut. Oatmeal is has many wellness benefits. Active Lifestyle brand claims to “supports your weight management plan”. My family had mixed reviews on this product.
Active …

Cinnamon rolls have been a favorite of mine since I was a kid. Whether for breakfast or as an after meal treat, I continue to enjoy the soft-baked rolls with cinnamon layers and a sweet icing glaze. Not surprisingly then, when I came across Dreyer’s Limited Edition Bakery Treats …

Growing up, I’ve always enjoyed drinking Martinelli’s Sparkling Cider for special occasions. I’m a non-drinker and always have been, so I love it whenever hosts or family members provide Martinelli’s Sparkling Cider as an option for dinners and events.
I love that it comes in a bottle that is …

Berry blue Koolaid is probably one of the best drinks every made if you are looking for something inexpensive that kids will love to drink. Also, if you are looking for something to drink that will provide you with at least a week of liquid that you can drink …

Kroger Value Grape Jelly is not the richest grape jelly that I have ever spread across my toast or bagel before, however, it is a decent grape jelly that still nonetheless enhances my enjoyment of toast and bagels with its sweet grape flavor. I purchase it when it goes …

There are lots of evaporated creamer out in the market today. Whenever you want to make a desert, you can choose from so many of these canned milk from the cheapest to the most expensive or from the most popular to the least. But have you ever …

The Laughing Cow has a variety of cheese products from France. Do not ask me to read the French version of its brand, however, because I do not know how to pronounce it.
I discovered this brand on the imported section of our local supermarket. It costs more than the …

These tortilla chips proved to be a disappointment because they are supposed to be ranch flavored, but I tasted very little ranch on the tortilla chips. I could have almost mistaken the tortilla chips for being plain had the bag not had the word “ranch” on the front. I …

It’s getting close to spring time and spring and summer bring hot temperatures. When it gets that hot it’s time to find something to cool you down. Wendy’s new frosty float is the perfect option on those hot days to do just that. Wendy’s restaurants have their own version …

I can’t find Racine Raspberry Danish Kringles at any of our local stores and, as a result, the first time I actually had an opportunity to try this particular product was when I ordered it through our daughter’s school fundraiser last spring. Well, actually, to be more accurate, we …

I am lactose intolerant and one of the milks I use to replace cows milk is the Almond Breeze Almond Milk Coconut Milk Blend. Another reason I choose to use this milk is because it is free from gluten, which I also have a sensitivity too. It is also …

I have discovered a new respect for Hardee’s restaurants. In addition to having better food than a lot of fast food places. This restaurant brings the food to its patrons as if they were in a sit-down place. I ordered the Little Thickburger which is …

Grocery stores offer a massive plethora of selections when it comes to bottled water. Deer Park, Acadia, Icy Pure, and many others all produce bottled water, and most of their products are around the same price range. However, Fiji Water is quite expensive when compared with its competitors.
Fiji Water, …

After trying Talenti’s Pistachio Gelato I knew that I was hooked on the brand and would try as many of their products as I could. One flavor that I recently tried was the Tahitian Vanilla Bean. I purchased the product at Kroger for $3.75 for a single pint …