Cookbooks for Christmas! #HolidayGiftGuide

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Know someone who loves cookbooks?  Check out some of our favorite cookbooks for holiday gifting this year:

So Good

Food you want to eat, designed by a nutritionist 

By:  Emily English

THE NUMBER 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER

Delicious recipes. Nutritionally balanced. So Good.

When we think of nutrition and eating well, so many of us jump to the words 'diet', 'unenjoyable', and 'sacrifice'. Sometimes we see healthy eating as something we should do, rather than something we want to do.

This is the book to help you kickstart healthy eating as an enjoyable lifelong habit rather than a fad for a week. A perfect collection of over 80 vibrant, tasty and easy recipes all steeped in nutritional science, So Good explains the principles of healthy eating in a fun and relatable way.

With recipes including...

Fluffy Ricotta Lemon Pancakes

Hot Honey Halloumi Avocado Toast

Mango And Crunchy Chickpea Salad, With Jalapeno Dressing.

Chicken And Spicy Guacamole Lunch Time Tacos

Garlic Crumbed Salmon With Courgettes And Yoghurt

Creamy Parmesan Chickpeas With Pickled Chillies

Greek Yoghurt Roasted Strawberry Eton Mess

Food should be a celebration, a memory, a moment. It's not about counting calories; it's about making every meal count. Let every meal you make nourish your body and bring you joy with every bite.

The Great British Baking Show 2024: Comfort Bakes: The official 2024 Great British Bake Off book

The new Great British Baking Show book ties into the 2024 season of the UK's most popular cooking show. Indulge in the very best comfort bakes that you'll want to make time and again, with recipes from Paul, Prue and the bakers.

This new book showcases 80 wonderful bakes inspired by the show's most popular signature themes - Cake, Biscuits, Bread, Pastry, Patisserie, Dessert, Chocolate and Free-from - celebrating the very best in comfort bakes.

Is there anything more comforting than the smell of a fresh bake wafting through the house? Paul, Prue and the 2024 bakers explore comfort in all its forms in these delectable, warm, cosy recipes. These include cakes for cheery family get togethers; recipes with a sense of nostalgia; hearty and warming bakes for cosy nights; and low-effort and quick concoctions that are an immediate balm.

You'll find rhubarb upside-down cake, served with lashings of custard; butterscotch shortbread - the perfect dunking biscuit; cheesy, salty crumpets that couldn't be easier to make; a moreish malted chocolate and honeycomb layer cake, and so much more. Every page of this book is packed with sumptuous bakes that will become go-to recipes whenever good food is what you need.

Give the gift that keeps on giving all year long with these fantastic cookbooks this holiday season! 

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Sweet Pecan Treats from Sunnyland Farms: the Gift Everyone Will Love! #HolidayGiftGuide

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If you have a foodie or someone with a sweet tooth on your gift-giving list this holiday season, you NEED to know about Sunnyland Farms and all of their gourmet goodies!

Sunnyland Farms is a family-owned and operated 1,760 acre Georgia pecan farm that has been around since 1948.  They are a farm AND manufacturer. Every delicious product they make is managed on site with close attention to detail.  Sunnyland Farms proudly offers Georgia-grown pecan nuts in all varieties: halves, pieces, raw, mammoth, toasted, honey-kissed, unsalted, salted, and in-the-shell. These gourmet, fresh pecans are wonderful for snacking, baking, and gifting. 

Check out some of our favorite mouthwatering treats from Sunnyland Farms:

Classic Pecan Trio

This collection of gift tins has something for everyone. One tin of Raw Mammoth Halves. One tin of Toasted and Salted Halves. One Tin of Chocolate Covered Pecans. The best of Sunnyland’s best in this trio. Each carefully packed in our exclusive signature tins and topped with a festive green grosgrain bow.

This sampler is a real treat for any pecan lover!  Plenty of  nuts for snacking or using in baked goods this holiday season!

Rum Crunch Cake

This light, fine textured rum cake is crusted with sweet coconut flakes and extra small pecan pieces. Drizzled with a rum butter sauce, it is moist and delicious. Easy to slice and freezes beautifully. 

Keep this yummy cake on hand for unexpected guests or as a special treat this holiday season!

Any of these goodies would make great gifts or would be perfect to have on hand for holiday entertaining.  Sunnyland Farms offers free shipping with no minimum order needed.  They have really phenomenal customer service as well.  

In today’s world, you don’t always know where your food is coming from. At Sunnyland Farms, that’s not the case. “Only the best” means one thing: they sell the highest quality, freshest mixed nuts, dried fruits, and famous pecans for sale you’ll find anywhere.

One of our favorite foodie gift ideas this year is definitely Sunnyland Farms!

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Ziggy Bars: Sweet, Healthy Stocking Stuffers! #HolidayGiftGuide

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Looking for a sweet, but healthy treat for those stockings this holiday season?  Check out Ziggy Bars!

Ziggy Bars are delicious, all-natural snack bars where soluble and insoluble fibers, prebiotics, and MCTs work together to promote healthy digestion.  Check out all of their yummy flavors:

Peanut Butter

The ultimate snack bar for those desiring a delightful taste and digestive support blend. Savor the rich, nutty flavor of these bars, meticulously crafted to encapsulate the creamy essence of peanut butter, providing a satisfying treat without excessive sweetness.

Chocolate

The perfect snack bar for those who seek a balance between delicious indulgence and digestive wellness. Indulge in the subtle sweetness of these snack bars, carefully crafted to capture the rich essence of chocolate without overwhelming sweetness.

Cinnamon Oat

A delicious fusion of nostalgic flavors and digestive wellness. Crafted to rekindle warm memories, these snack bars offer a taste reminiscent of grandma's soft batch of oatmeal cookies, making every bite a trip down memory lane. At the heart of our bars lies the wholesome goodness of oats and the comforting warmth of cinnamon.

Ziggy Bars feature healthy main ingredients like oats, dates, chia, and coconut oil, each bringing together the key elements of soluble fiber, insoluble fiber, and MCTs (medium-chain triglycerides). These ingredients work synergistically to help with constipation and promote regularity with no awful side effects.  Everybody could get down with that, right?  

Ziggy Bars are perfect for adults and kiddos alike this holiday season! 

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Munch Addict: The Gift Adventurous Snackers Are Sure to Love! #HolidayGiftGuide

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Snack lovers are sure to love a box from Munch Addict this holiday season!

Munch Addict is a unique service that curates, sources and delivers snacks every month while also maintaining one of the most competitively priced snack stores on the web.  

The Munch Addict team scours the globe constantly to look for the most unique and delicious treats. 

Each box includes a mix of delicious snacks, candy, chips, gummies and more! Its’ the perfect combo to try new interesting snacks from all over the world.

Munch Addict has multiple box sizes to choose from:

Standard Box - 5 Snacks

Premium Box - 10 Snacks

Deluxe Box -15 Snacks

Motherload Box - 60 snacks (15 Kinds x 4) 

The box featured in this post is the Deluxe Box.

Each box also includes a sheet that tells you about your snacks, where they're from, tasting notes, fun stuff like that. 

You can set up a subscription or buy a single box. If you have a snack-aholic on your gift giving list the year (or just want to treat yourself, wink wink) check out Munch Addict! 

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The Art of Kava Brings Relaxation to Your Day!

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Need a little help relaxing at the end of your busy day?  Check out the Art of Kava:

What is kava you ask? The kava plant (Piper methysticum) is a shrub that commonly grows in the South Pacific Islands. Most notably those islands are Fiji, Solomon, Vanuatu, The Kingdom of Tonga, and Hawaii. Experts estimate that there exist around 105 different varieties of kava kava. Farmers typically cultivate kava plants for a period of 3 to 5 years before harvesting them.

This allows the kava to mature and also allows the kavalactones to fully develop. Kavalactones are part of the kava plant that give kava its beneficial mind and body relaxation effects. 

Processors dry or leave the kava plant's root and stump green. Then, they pound them into an all-natural ingredient. This pounded kava will produce a non-alcoholic beverage. When consumed, the kavalactones will produce muscle and mental relaxation.

Check out a few varieties you can find at Art of Kava:

Melomelo Single Cultivar | Vanuatu

This 100% Noble lateral and basal root mix (70%/30%) kava is from the island of Ambae in Vanuatu. This high quality, single cultivar, noble Kava is selected from the MeloMelo variety is grown on the island of Ambae. 

Melomelo has been purposefully cultivated for centuries to both concentrate the kavain and increasing the desirable effects.

Noble Lateral Root Kava powder, is derived from the smaller roots that extend from the main root-stock. These roots are higher in Kavalactones.

The basal root or stump is the root ball base of the kava plant peeled and cut into chips before pounding. This typically has a different chemotype than the lateral roots, is milder in kavalactons and more creamy in texture.

Kelai Kava Single Cultivar | Epi Island Vanuatu

Kelai is a very rare cultivar outside of Vanuatu. Grown on the island of Epi, this single cultivar is prized for it's almost instant uplifting, euphoric feeling. It's almost hoarded locally so little of it is exported.   This 100% Noble lateral and basal root mix (70%/30%) kava is sourced from the island of Epi in Vanuatu.

If you are looking for a new way to relax and unwind at the end of a particularly stressful day, you should find out more about The Art of Kava!

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Stay Energized This Back to School Season with Kubo Tea!

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Back to school season is always busy, busy, busy around here and by mid-day, I often feel drained.  We recently got to try Kubo Tea and I'm happy to report it gives me the pick me up I need to get through the day!

We tried the Tropical Green Tea.  Citrusy waves of tropical essence and chamomile burst onto green tea’s quiet shores. As bright and refreshing as morning sea spray, this caffeinated Tropical Green tea blend offers a few moments of peace and clarity for even your most demanding day. Sip it hot and honeyed or over ice with an umbrella garnish and a splash of coconut milk.

So, so good! Each cup contains140mg of caffeine.  This tea blend is made from high-quality, direct-from-garden ingredients. Kubo Tea's Tropical Green is a sustainably minded and feel good, caffeinated green tea that will leave you healthy and energized all year long.

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Festive Chickpeas: The Perfect Road Trip Snack! #SummerFun

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Planning a road trip this summer?  Then you are sure to need a variety of road trip snacking options!  Check out one of our recent finds, Festive Chickpeas:

Find a flavor for the whole crew with a Festive Chickpeas variety pack. With flavors like Sea Salt,  Mild Spicy,  Fiery Spicy, Ranch,  Honey BBQ,  and  Sour Cream & Onion there is a flavor for every craving!

These crunchy snacks are Vegan/Vegetarian, high in protein and fiber, and all natural. They're free from gluten, trans fats, soy, dairy, cholesterol and preservatives.  What a great snack for all of your summertime adventures! 

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Cookbook Review: Eating in the Middle by Andie Mitchell

About the book: 

In her inspiring New York Times bestselling memoir, It Was Me All Along, Andie Mitchell chronicled her struggles with obesity, losing weight, and finding balance. Now, in her debut cookbook, she gives readers the dishes that helped her reach her goals and maintain her new size. In 80 recipes, she shows how she eats: mostly healthy meals that are packed with flavor, like Lemon Roasted Chicken with Moroccan Couscous and Butternut Squash Salad with Kale and Pomegranate, and then the “sometimes” foods, the indulgences such as Peanut Butter Mousse Pie with Marshmallow Whipped Cream, because life just needs dessert. With 75 photographs and Andie’s beautiful storytelling, Eating in the Middle is the perfect cookbook for anyone looking to find freedom from cravings while still loving and enjoying every meal to the fullest.

About the author:

ANDIE MITCHELL is a writer, recipe developer, Yahoo! Health columnist, and lover of cake. Her popular blog, CanYouStayForDinner.com, and first book, It Was Me All Along, share the poignant story of her successful weight loss and continued passion for good food. She lives in New York City.

My thoughts:

This cookbook has lovely food photography, which is always a plus for me.  The recipes are easy to follow and use common ingredients that are easy to find.  I love that these recipes remain craveable even though they have been healthified!  There is a great variety of recipes covering the three main meal categories and plenty of desserts and extras as well.  It’s worth getting a little creative with them, like adding some handcrafted, all natural, pure smoke, pure flavor cold smoked salt and pepper. Some of our favorites so far:

Sweet Potato Hash

Ribollita

Spice-Rubbed Steak with Grilled Peaches and Blue Cheese

Coconut Oatmeal Cookies with Caramel Drizzle

Yum!  If you are looking for a beautiful cookbook full of mouthwatering recipes that have been created with the purpose of balanced eating for a healthy diet in mind, check out Eating in the Middle!

Disclosure:  I received this book from Blogging for Books for this review.  I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Give Mom the Gift of an Elevated Cocktail Hour with Bark & Barware! #MothersDayGiftGuide

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If your mom loves creating craft cocktails, a Bark & Barware box is a sure fire way to elevate her cocktail hour this Mother's Day!

The Bark & Barware Premium Smokeshow Cocktail Smoker Kit with Torch includes everything you need to cerate delicious, smoky drinks with ease. With this kit, you get:

Six flavors of smoking chips including pear, oak, cherry, apple, hickory, and maple, providing a diverse and personalized smoking experience.

Beautiful wood and stainless smoking accessories including the smoker top with two mesh size baskets, a sleek torch and a lovely pair of tongs.

You also get ice accessories including a set of whiskey tones and a large, round silicone ice ball mold.

Creating a smoky cocktail couldn't be easier!  Add chips to the basket, put it on top of your glass, light, cover and watch smoke fill your glass.

After a few moments, remove the lid add your ice and top with your beverage of choice.

Yum!  This kit offers precise control of the entire drink making experience so you can cater to your exact tastes.

It couldn't be easier to level up Mom's cocktail hour this Mother's Day than with a special delivery from Bark & Barware!

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Take Mom on a Tasty Voyage with a Tea Sampler from iTeaWorld #MothersDayGiftGuide

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Tea always makes an amazing gift in my opinion and today's gift idea will really be a treat for any tea-loving Mom this Mother's Day! Check the Chinese Jasmine Tea Sampler from iTeaWorld:

Chinese Jasmine Tea Sampler

Jasmine tea stands as a classic in Chinese restaurants, and the finest versions demand intricate craftsmanship; only lower-grade jasmine teas showcase the blossoms, while higher-tier ones reveal just the tea. This product is designed to immerse you in the exquisite artistry of jasmine tea-making. By comparing 3, 5, 7, and 9-scented teas, the aim is for you to savor the delicate flavors born from skilled techniques. This box is a gift, inviting everyone to taste the essence of Chinese spring and gain a deeper appreciation for the world of Jasmine tea.

In creating Jasmine tea, "scenting" is the careful process of infusing tea leaves with jasmine essence. Through repeated layering, 3, 5, 7, or even 9 times, the tea absorbs the delightful fragrance. The higher the scenting level, the longer the crafting time, resulting in a premium-quality tea. The 9-session scenting, in particular, produces an exceptionally rich and nuanced bouquet, making it a superior choice.

Teas included in this sampler:

Jasmine Bi Luo Chun(3-Scent) 0.17 OZ(5g) *5

Jasmine Mao Jian(5-Scent) 0.17 OZ(5g) *5

Jasmine Zhen Wang(7-Scent) 0.17 OZ(5g) *5

Jasmine Bai Hao(9-Scent) 0.17 OZ(5g) *5

5g per pack

You also get 20 biodegradable tea bags and tasting instructions.  Each tea also comes with brewing recommendations for the perfect tasting experience.

These teas are absolutely extraordinary and we think Mom is sure to love them this Mother's Day!

Check out iTeaWorld for this tea sampler and lots of other lovely tea gifts!

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Contain the Kitchen Counter Chaos with StoveShelf! #MothersDayGiftGuide

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Today's Mother's Day gift idea is perfect for moms who'd like to free up a little counter space.  Check out StoveShelf and accessories:

Give your mom's kitchen a clean and tidy look! The Original StoveShelf is a durable, magnetic shelf that quickly attaches to the stove, providing a sturdy storage space for condiments, spices, oils, and decor.

Installation? There isn't any! No need to purchase special adhesives or drill holes in your kitchen wall. Just place this magnetic shelf on top of your stove and you're all set.  Store all your condiments and spices without worrying about the shelf giving way. StoveShelf is fitted with two silicone encased neodymium magnets that keep it securely attached while protecting your stove factory finish

Built in the USA, StoveShelf was designed for a lifetime of use and the stainless steel body will withstand rust, odors, stains, and corrosion. Cleaning this magnetic stove shelf kitchen organizer is a breeze. Measuring 30" x 3.5" x 1.5", StoveShelf is designed to fit both flat and slightly curved stoves. 

StoveShelf also offers some really great accessories:

Oil and Vinegar Bottle Set

These heavy, thick, premium glass bottles were designed to fit perfectly on your StoveShelf.  They feature a properly weighted oil spout that opens when tipped and closes when upright for the perfect pour every time.  The removable silicone base provides secure grip on any surface and protects the finish of your StoveShelf so you don't have to worry about surface scratches. To elevate your kitchen accessories they feature high quality, food grade, gold plated stainless steel pourers

Salt and Pepper Grinder Set

A gentle twist action easily grinds salt and pepper and quick-adjust knob allows for the perfect grind size with this set! Elevate your kitchen accessories with these beautiful grinders featuring a stainless steel body, ceramic and steel grinding mechanism for superior spice grinding, and silicon bottoms for scratch-free storage. These heavy duty, thick, premium glass grinders are larger capacity for less frequent refilling and designed to fit perfectly on your StoveShelf.

Mom will love having a clutter-free kitchen thanks to StoveShelf this Mother's Day!

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Kitchen Mama Gadgets Make Food Prep a Breeze For Mom! #MothersDayGiftGuide

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Y'all know my love for good kitchen gadgets and Kitchen Mama has a few that I think Mom will really love this Mother's Day!

FlipTastic Gravity Grinder

Transform your culinary experience with this precision seasoning grinder. Embark on a journey from ordinary to extraordinary as you savor the fusion of precision, aesthetics, comfort, and efficiency.

Introducing the new generation FlipTastic Rechargeable Gravity Grinder, revolutionizing your seasoning experience. With patented 360° grinding technology, you can easily flip and savor the flavor of spices.

This spice grinder holds quite a bit and with just a few batteries, you'll be grinding dry spices to your heart's content!

It couldn't be much easier to use and works beautifully for fresh ground pepper

Auto 2.0 Electric Can Opener- Limited Marble Edition

This can opener is a beauty! It is the limited marble collection for the upgraded iteration of the popular original can opener series. 

With the new patented blade design 2.0, you can now open more cans, including soda cans. The underside lid remover opens vacuum-sealed cans easily. 

The patented Tilted Blade 2.0 cuts the edge of the lid without touching the food inside.  The new tilted blade 2.0 is designed to open even pull-tab cans without any strain and leaves smooth edges.  It is battery operated and super easy to use.  It's great for all ages, too!

Mo is sure to love any gadget that makes her time in the kitchen easier and safer and Kitchen Mama gadgets do just that!

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