Paktli Puffed Ancient Grains Snacks

One of the rewards of walking up and down long aisles at food trade shows is that you sometimes come across something totally unexpected. That was the case with Paktli Snacks, made from puffed ancient grains that are gluten-free (photos #1 through #4). Our review is below, but first, some background. The Aztec culture revered…
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NEFT Vodka, A Great Sipping Vodka For National Vodka Day

[1] A NEFT martini with just a splash of vermouth (all photos © NEFT Vodka). [2] For Valentine’s Day, Christmas, or other festive event, a bird’s eye chile brightens the glass of NEFT, neat. Because the chile isn’t cut, its flavor and heat don’t infuse into the vodka. [3] NEFT is made from an ancient…
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Baileys S’mores Irish Cream Liqueur: Delicious!

Summer may be over, but Baileys is keeping s’mores alive with its new Baileys S’mores Limited Edition Irish Cream Liqueur. For a sweet break, we’ve always turned to Baileys Original Irish Cream or one of the other flavors: Almande (dairy free) Espresso Creme Pumpkin Spice Red Velvet Salted Caramel Strawberries & Cream Limited Editions (surprise—this…
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A Honey & Mezcal Hot Toddy Recipe For National Honey Month

We didn’t want to let the clock run out on National Honey Month (September) without a special honey recipe. We found it in this honey and mezcal cocktail recipe, “Naughty Toddy,” from Dos Hombres Mezcal. The brand was co-founded by actors Aaron Paul and Bryan Cranston (the dos hombres) along with third-generation mezcalero Gregorio Velasco.…
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New Stacy’s Pita Thins ~ Limited Edition Girl Scout Thin Mints

It might be difficult to find a Stacy’s product—Pitas Chips, Pita Thins, Bagel Chip— that isn’t delicious. But the new Girl Scout Thin Mints Pita Thins are a revelation: They’re as good as eating a Thin Mint Cookie, with far fewer calories. The recommended serving size of 16 pieces (130 calories), but 8 or even…
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