Hot & Spicy Almond Clusters Recipe For National Peanut Cluster Day

National Peanut Cluster Day is March 8th, but there are too many people who have peanut allergies. Thus, we’ve reworked the classic recipe into almond clusters. > The recipe is below. And for a spicy twist, we used Blue Diamond’s Limited Edition Almonds With Mike’s Hot Honey. First, a few words about these almonds: How…
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Blue Diamond Almonds In Frosted Brownie & Snickerdoodle

[1] Frosted Brownie Almonds are dusted with cocoa powder and brown sugar (all photos except #4 © Blue Diamond). [2] Snickerdoodle Almonds are dusted with cinnamon and sugar. [3] Just write the name of the recipient on the label. [4] Our favorite way to add saltiness to a sweet snack mix. See the snack mix…
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Celebrate El Dia De Los Muertos With Tamalitoz Mexican Candy

[1] Popcorn with the flavors of Mexico (all photos © Tamalitoz). [2] Three-layer chili pops combine the flavors of mango, pineapple, and watermelon. [3] Hard candies in 10 flavors (above, Cucumber, a favorite).   Tamalitoz is a popular Mexican candy brand known for bold flavors: combinations of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. Made with typically…
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Easter Candy Charcuterie Board For An After-Dinner Treat

Here’s a crowd pleaser of an idea for Easter dinner: an Easter candy “charcuterie board” (platter) at the end of the meal, instead of petit fours*. Candies and cookies take the place of the meats on an actual charcuterie board†. We serve ours at the end of the meal, after dessert, with coffee. You can…
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Issei Mochi Gummies For The Lunar New Year & Beyond

[1] Issei Mochi Gummies, all natural, vegan, and delicious (photos #1 through #5 © Issei). [2] Vanilla Mochi Gummies. The small packages are portion-controlled and great for small treats and gift bags. [3] Set out a dish with after-dinner coffee. [4] Founder Mika Shino uses mochi to decorate a mini birthday cake. [5] How about…
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