TOP PICK OF THE WEEK: Lärabar’s Renula “Granola”

The Lärabar brand of healthy, gluten free energy bars (now owned by General Mills) has reinvented granola. They call their new product Renola. The reinvention substitutes nuts for the traditional oats in granola. As a result, Renola is grain free, gluten free, soy-free and dairy-free. It is certified kosher by OU. It’s also crunchy and…
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PRODUCT: Pistachio Chewy Bites

A favorite snack: chewy pistachio bites. Photo by Elvira Kalviste | THE NIBBLE.   While several of us tried to determine the name of the company, we all agreed: These Pistachio Chewy Bites are good stuff. Simple and nutritious, they’re a blend of roasted pistachios and dried cranberries, bound in a honey-like mix of two…
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PRODUCT: Pamela’s Figgies & Jammies Are Better Than Fig Newtons

It you like Fig Newtons—or wish you liked them more—there’s a better “Newton” in town. It’s called Figgies & Jammies and the cookies are from Pamela’s Products, maker of delicious gluten-free cookies, bars and mixes. The flavors include: Mission Fig Blueberry & Fig Raspberry & Fig Strawberry & Fig   Filled with real Mission figs…
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TOP PICK OF THE WEEK: Protein Bakery, Delicious Bites With Extra Protein

“Fitness is my business, baking is my passion,” says Stephen Charles Lincoln, a fitness instructor who enjoys a good brownie and cookie. Way back in 1999, he created the Protein Bakery to bake goodies amped up with whey protein, undetectable to the palate. We only heard about it recently, but we’re thrilled with the result:…
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PRODUCT: Vegan Pesto From Sauces ‘n Love

Vegan, lactose free and cholesterol free pesto. Photo courtesy Sauces ‘n Love.   Keeping a good jar of pre-made pesto at hand can make any dish extraordinary in only a matter of minutes. Pesto sauce, traditionally consists of basil, garlic, olive oil, pine nuts, Parmesan and Pecorino cheeses and salt for seasoning. Add a dollop…
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