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Just as I enjoy wearing a pretty piece of jewelry, my husband likes accessorizing with a nice necktie. He was very pleased to be able to try a fashionable new tie from DAZI for this review, and he had a great time browsing their website …
For the first time in my adult life, I don’t have a cat. A few months ago, my beautiful cat Crow died suddenly, shortly before we moved from the Northeast to the South. I gathered all of Crow’s things and brought them to the shelter …
When I first heard of Banana Wave, I assumed it was just another new product in the non-dairy milk category. But wow, was I wrong! In fact, a beverage made from bananas, grains, and seeds was used as a natural energy booster in Africa’s Nile Valley as long ago as 3000 B.C.—now that’s a pedigree!
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Banana Wave is the modern version of that ancient drink, based on a recipe that has been passed down for generations. The founders of the Fresh Start Beverage Company used their grandmother’s recipe for banana milk as the basis for what became Banana Wave.
But how does it taste? Awesome! Its light banana flavor isn’t at all overpowering, and it has just the right amount of sweetness. I poured some into a small glass just to taste it, and I drank the whole thing down, then had seconds because it was so good.
Smoothies are a favorite lunch for me, and Banana Wave put my usual banana-strawberry smoothie over the top. I used a few chopped, sweetened strawberries, half of a frozen banana, some plain yogurt, a pinch of salt, and Banana Wave in place of the usual milk, and I loved every sip. I also found that using Banana Wave in place of milk in my overnight oats added a wonderful depth of flavor. And simply pouring Banana Wave over cold cereal turned an ordinary breakfast into a particularly tasty way to start the day. My imagination is running wild with ways I’d like to use Banana Wave, especially in my homemade baked goods.
Banana Wave is as nutritious as it is delicious. It contains 29 vitamins and minerals (including Vitamins A, B, C, D, and E) and is a good source of omega 3’s and antioxidants; I’m sure it will come as no surprise that it also supplies potassium, just like the bananas it’s made from. It’s Clean Leaf Non-GMO Certified, as well as being vegan and Kosher. Banana Wave is all natural, with no artificial flavors, preservatives, or colors. Another plus is that it’s shelf-stable, only requiring refrigeration once the package has been opened.
And it’s award winning, too! Banana Wave received the 2016 Beverage World BevStar Award, taking first place in the Pioneer category.
Unfortunately for me, the store locator at the Banana Wave website shows that the nearest store that carries it is over 150 miles away. You might be luckier, though, since it’s available through many retailers nationwide, including Whole Foods, Market Basket, Safeway, and some Walmart stores. The good news is that you can order it directly through Banana Wave; a two-pack of 32-ounce containers is $11.98, a six-pack is $32.94, and a 12-pack is $59.88.
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Disclaimer: A. Bailey received complimentary products for review purposes & feature on The Classy Chics blog. No monetary compensation was received. A. Bailey’s thoughts, opinions and words are 100% her own. Your thoughts may differ.
There’s a reason whiteboards are found on office and conference room walls everywhere—whiteboard is great for taking notes or leaving messages and it’s easily wiped clean to be used over and over again. Now Beyouneeq has introduced a product that brings all the benefits of …
If you’re anything like me, you’ve got a collection of water bottles. They’re all pretty nice, but you still keep searching for the perfect water bottle, one that’s not too big or too small, that’s easy to hold and carry, that doesn’t leak—we’ve all got …
One Fur All Pet House Candles are a big hit in our pet-filled house. I’ve used two of their full-sized candles, the Falling Leaves scent from their autumn collection and the Gingerbread Cookies scent from their winter collection. And now that spring has officially arrived, I’m loving my two new mini-candles in delightful spring fragrances!
Their spring collection includes perfectly seasonal scents such as Bamboo Watermint, Fresh Citrus, Lavender Green Tea, Lilac Garden, Mediterranean Sea, and Sunwashed Cotton, as well as the two that I received, Wildflowers and Ruby Red Grapefruit. The Wildflowers candle is a blend of heather, hyacinth, carnations, and lily of the valley, and if I didn’t know better, I’d think I had a big vase full of flowers on my table instead of a pretty little candle. The Ruby Red Grapefruit actually makes my mouth water when I remove the lid! It smells like I’ve just cut into a ripe, juicy grapefruit, but it’s enhanced with a hint of red currant and grapefruit flower to round it out. Both fragrances are authentic and amazingly true to nature.
The best thing about One Fur All Pet House Candles is that they do more than simply impart an aroma. They’re specifically formulated for homes with pets to eliminate pet odors rather than just masking them. One Fur All accomplishes this by including odor neutralizers along with a blend of essential oils in their soy wax candles. And it works!
Just as with the full-size jar candles, when I want a subtle fragrance to brighten the room, I simply remove the mini-candle’s lid. But when I’m looking for a stronger scent or need to counteract something like that musty wet-dog smell, burning a Pet House Candle takes care of the problem odor in no time and fills the room with a lovely seasonal fragrance. I like the mini-candles! They’re cute, they smell great, they neutralize pet odors, and they don’t take up a whole lot of space.
All of One Fur All’s Pet House Candles are hand-poured 100% natural soy wax and contain no dyes or paraffin. They’re made in the USA, and are allergen free and nontoxic. Their full-size 8.5 ounce candles come in a reusable glass jar with a tight-fitting lid and feature a pretty overwrap that reflects the scent of the candle. Most fragrances are also available as 1.5 ounce mini candles and 3 ounce paw-shaped wax melts, and some have a paw-shaped car freshener option, as well. Can’t decide which scent to choose? Consider a seasonal Mini Candle Sampler.
If you’re a pet owner, you’ll enjoy spending some time browsing One Fur All’s website, including their blog’s helpful information about pets. While there, you can use the store locator to find a retail location near you, or you can shop directly from them, with free shipping on orders over $45 and a satisfaction guarantee.
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One of my favorite things about cookbooks is the opportunity they provide for learning about different cultures through foods and cooking methods. Although I’m not Jewish, I do appreciate that culture’s great culinary tradition, and I’m happy to have the chance to try the new, …
Today I have a fun cookbook for you! Grilled Cheese & Beer: Recipes for the Finer Things in Life is full of mouthwatering recipes for unusual grilled cheese sandwiches with pairing recommendations for craft beers to bring out the best in each sandwich. The authors …