Holiday Gift Guide- Brigadeiros by tinyB Chocolate.

Brazil. Bossa nova. Beaches. And now brigadeiros!  That’s the essence of tinyB chocolates. We capture the excitement, romance and richness of Brazil in the magic of its favorite national chocolate treat. Luscious chocolate brigadeiros. Available now for the first time ever in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Made fresh to order with two-day delivery guaranteed anywhere in the continental US, tinyB offers the hands-on care and service of a local family-owned business blended with international charm and panache.

But at its heart, tinyB is about the happy love story between Renata, a beautiful Brazilian chocolatier, and Andrei, a San Francisco tech entrepreneur. They fell in love, got married and started tinyB in their kitchen as a way to share their love for each other and for brigadeiros with San Francisco and the world.

Renata’s special recipe heightens the chocolate intensity, without the bitterness of dark chocolate or the sweetness of extra sugar. Hand-dipped coatings offer a variety of sensational taste treats.

Perfect for sharing, giving and enjoying. Client gifts. Wedding favors. Personal presents.

Each tinyB is handcrafted and gently placed in gift boxes that are detailed with care because we want you feel that they're made just for you - which they are.

My Thoughts:

I recently learned of brigadeiros while browsing for a gift for my mom. She has always been a chocolate and sweet lover. Ever since trying them, I have been a huge fan of the delicious creations! I have to say that tinyB has been one of the best brisadeiros I've ever had. Not only is their packaging beautiful, the flavor varieties they provide are incredible.

In my pack I received were the flavors dark chocolate and almond, milk chocolate with sprinkles, coconut and cream, and strawberry cheesecake. Each was uniquely creamy, soft, and packed with flavor. The milk chocolate with sprinkles had a nice sugary crisp bite along with the softness of the chocolatey brigadeiro texture. I was surprised at how nicely thin the almonds were cut in the dark chocolate and almond choice. I'm a huge almond fan so that was an awesome addition. If you are a coconut fan, I highly recommend coconut and cream. It was velvety smooth and so rich. My all time favorite though was strawberry cheesecake. It is so reminiscent of a nice slice of cake. What a wonderful treat! 

If you are looking for the ideal gift for a loved one, your coworkers, or even yourself, I highly recommend tinyB chocolate. It'll truly make your day! 

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Valentines’ Day Gift Guide – Sweet Valley Organics Dark Chocolate Snack Bites

Product was received for free in exchange for an honest review.

I love Valentine’s Day! A day devoted to sweetness, romance and chocolate. I am a serious chocolate fanatic. I have at least one piece of chocolate every day! Finding out about these tempting, delicious bites from Sweet Valley Organics, makes my mouth happy! 

Sweet Valley Organics has created a wonderful blend of nuts, fruits and dark chocolate snack. The flavors kept me munching! Each snack is Organic Dark Chocolate without any crazy stuff. There are no GMA and as they call it, – Hooey-free. The bites are made from Fair Trade ingredients and are certified Organic. 

Just reading the packaging is a pleasure. Sweet Valley Organics has a happy sense of humor. Happy Chocolating is their motto! Little phrases such as “go nuts” and “go nanners” are printed on each package. 

I love the flavors. There are 5 varieties and thanks to Sweet Valley Organics, I was able to indulge in 4 of them. 

Sea Salt Toffee Almonds – Huge Almonds enrobed in Dark Chocolate with a touch of sea salt, mixed with chocolate enrobed toffee bits. Super crunchy and very satisfying. The sweet and salty flavor comes through. The dark chocolate is rich with a deep chocolate flavor. 

Sea Salt Caramel Cashews – One of my favorite nuts is covered in their amazing dark chocolate with a touch sea salt. A taste tempting flavor combination. 

Tender Bananas – Dried hunks of banana deliciously covered in their deep dark chocolate. These are generous size bites. I like the chewy texture and the sweet banana flavor keeps me coming back for more! 

Cinnamon Praline Pecans – This is my favorite of the flavors. The cinnamon bursts through the chocolate bite first, then you get the sweet praline coating followed by the rich chocolate taste. This flavor lingers long enough to make you want to grab another. The crunch is satisfying while the flavor is enticing! 

My family happily devoured each of the incredibly delicious Sweet Valley Organics Dark Chocolate Snack Bites. Feel better about the chocolates you choose. Look for each of these flavors at your favorite health food seller. 

Chuao Chocolatier California Collective Review

CHUAO CHOCOLATIER UNVEILS NEW CALIFORNIA COLLECTIVE:

Maker of Culinary-Driven, Fair Trade Certified Chocolate Announces Premium Indulgence 

at Accessible Price Point

Chuao Chocolatier, maker of culinary-driven, Fair Trade Certified chocolate launches its latest innovation, the California Collective. A completely new, decadent line of chocolate bars, the Collective brings a premium indulgence at a sought after, accessible price point in five delicious flavors embodying the essence of California living.

The California Collective includes five sunny coast-inspired flavors that celebrate the spirit of Chuao’s home state, from the sunshine to the shoreline. Crafted with a premium blend of Fair Trade Certified chocolate, varietals include:

·       Sun Kissed Coconut: Your personal pocket full of sunshine with crunchy almonds and toasted coconut chillin’ out in milk chocolate.

·       Pool Party Pretzel: Dive into deliciousness with crushed pretzels and crunchy toffee in a pool of sweet milk chocolate.

·       Salted Caramel Dreamin’: Live out your west coast fantasy with sweet caramel toffee and sultry sea salt in creamy milk chocolate. 

·       Sea Salt Surf: Take your taste buds on a seaside getaway, where savory sea salt swims in waves of rich dark chocolate.

·       Bright & Sunny Honey: Escape to California, where awesome almonds and bits of crunchy honey toffee play all day in rich dark chocolate.

“Our goal was to capture the California spirit—salty ocean breezes, sun-kissed beaches and those creative Cali vibes—within each of the flavors,” shares Chef Michael Antonorsi, Chuao Chocolatier’s co-founder & master chocolatier. “The California Collective is my sweet way of sharing it all with you.” 

Chuao Chocolatier’s new California Collective is available online at www.ChuaoChocolatier.com for $2.99 per bar. A curated selection of the brand’s signature line of bars can also be found at fine grocery and specialty retailers nationwide, as well as the brand’s southern California boutique and www.chuaochocolatier.com.

 About Chuao Chocolatier:

Chuao Chocolatier was co-founded in 2002 by Venezuelan Master Chocolatier Chef Michael Antonorsi and his brother Richard Antonorsi. Named a Top 10 Chocolatier in North America by Dessert Professional Magazine, Chuao Chocolatier is on a mission to share joy with the world through deliciously engaging chocolate experiences. Committed to creating sophisticated, award-winning flavors using a proprietary blend of premium, Fair Trade Certified chocolate and high-quality ingredients, Chuao crafts chef-inspired chocolates in an exceptional assortment of flavor combinations. To find your joy, visit www.chuaochocolatier.com/storelocator.

My Thoughts:

Chuao Chocolatier has made an amazing assortment of sweet treats. These products will make anyone who loves chocolate go to the paradise of California by snacking on a piece of their California Collective line! I was very grateful to try each of the bars listed above! Having visited California a few years ago, this was a walk down memory lane. I also was thrilled to be snacking on something that is free of unnatural additives while still supporting fair trade ingredients. Their thought that everything you need to make a treat is in your own "pantry" was appealing to me. I will attach a picture and my thoughts on the flavors! I have to say, I was impressed and am excited to share them with you! 

Sun Kissed Coconut: I am usually not that fond of coconut in my chocolate. I love the smell, but find that the coconut is cute so coarsely that it is hard to chew and not enjoyable. However, I was over the moon with Chuao's Sun Kissed Coconut! The roasted almonds and finely cut toasted coconut were the perfect compliments to the creamy milk chocolate. I felt like I was basking on an island resort while eating this delicious chocolate bar. This one was by far my mom's favorite too. I caught her relaxing in bed watching television while enjoying it! Whenever I crave coconut, this is going to be the chocolate bar for me.

Pool Party Pretzel: Who doesn't love a good chocolate covered pretzel? It's been the go to snack for generations. This chocolate bar from Chuao Chocolatier knew just how to make that classic treat even better! With the perfect amount of crispy pretzels mixed with savory toffee and thick milk chocolate, you'll never feel like the summer time pool days have ended. If you want the ideal blend of sweet and salty, along with that light crunch, this is your go to! 

Salted Caramel Dreamin': I adored this wonderfully sweet and salty chocolate bar. The caramel toffee reminded me of the nights out in California with my mom when here and I were out there together. If you look closely in the pictures, you see the yummy toffee mixed in with the delicious milk chocolate. The added sea salt balances the sweetness, making the flavors completely enjoyable and able to be tasted together. 

Sea Salt Surf: Dark chocolate is by far my favorite. It isn't overly sweet and always creamy (and healthy for you too!). I adored this thick and tasty product from Chuao Chocolatier. The sea salt allows the dark chocolate to take on an even more powerful taste. As a dark chocolate lover, I would sit back and enjoy this any day of the week!

Bright and Sunny Honey: Chocolate and almonds are the ideal combination. This bar is the choice for those that love sweetness. The dark chocolate adds the pow factor to the sweet honey toffee and finely cut roasted almonds. There is a nice mild crunch to this bar with a sweet after taste. I loved it!

If you are looking for delicious, fairly priced chocolate that is using real products on the market, Chuao Chocolatier is for you! Supporting fair trade, ethically sourced Cacao, and fresh ingredients, these products are unique along with delicious. The California Collective line is a must have! 

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The Organic Chocolate Spread That Keeps Winning Food Awards

Rigoni di Asiago’s newest product, Nocciolata Dairy Free, has just won FOUR prestigious food awards:

·       Delicious Living magazine’s Best Bite Awards: Best Spread

·       Specialty Food Associations sofi™ Awards: Best New Product, Nut/Seed Butter Category

·       Italian Food Awards USA 2017: Sweets & Confectionary Award

·       Italian Food Awards USA 2017: Special Award for Sustainability


Made with organic ingredients completely free of GMO's, preservatives, colors, additives, or artificial sweeteners, Nocciolata Dairy Free combines hazelnuts, fair trade cocoa and cocoa butter, natural vanilla extract, and raw cane sugar for a chocolate-hazelnut spread with undeniably superior flavor. Nocciolata Dairy Free is certified vegan, organic, and made with environmentally-responsible cold-pressed sunflower oil. It also contains far less sugar than other brands and is free from hydrogenated fats.

My Thoughts: 

One of my all time favorite sweet treats is a hazelnut and cocoa spread. There are many to choose on the market, but the guilt comes in with all the added ingredients. When I heard that Rigoni di Asiago had created an award winning organic and dairy free variety, I had to give it a shot! 

It was easy to see how Nocciolata Dairy Free has won four prestigious awards! One taste and you will be in heaven. This product is filled with a powerful, delicious flavor. You can smell it right when you open the jar. The consistency is smooth, easy to spread, and yet still thick. It goes perfectly on your favorite fruit, toast, crackers, or anything else you love to mix or cook a sweet spread with in the kitchen. I enjoyed lots of strawberries with mine!

Another plus side of Nocciolata Dairy Free is the fact it is made with wholesome, natural ingredients. The only ones you will see in this product are: Cane sugar, hazelnut paste, sunflower oil, cocoa powder, cocoa butter, sunflower lecithin, and vanilla extract. It is GMO free, vegan, and organic. It's also palm oil and gluten free.

For anyone that wants to enjoy their favorite Hazelnut and Cocoa spread in a natural way, without skipping out on taste, this is ideal for you! No matter if you're vegan, vegetarian, gluten or lactose intolerant, or just looking for a healthier alternative, you will want to add this to your shopping list! 

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Jackie's Chocolate Subscription - #Discount Code

Jackie's Chocolate is a small company that makes their own mouth watering chocolate. They also use a subscription box model to help people discover a variety of their high-quality chocolates each month for one low price.  Every box they a special selection is curated by their team to ensure that each customer will enjoy their experience.

 I love chocolate, especially gourmet chocolate truffles, and Jackie's have taken chocolate to a whole new level.  Their chocolate truffles are a rich and decadent treat that will simply melt in your mouth. I got to try many different varieties in this mix, and each one was a truly unique experience. There were milk chocolate and dark to pick from and each had a different center.  There were also some chocolate covered nuts in this month's mix.

In addition to the truffles, there were also a few pieces of toffee. In between the layers of rich chocolate is a delicious buttery almond toffee. It has perfect crunch to it, not too hard, not too soft, but just right. One had a big almond in the center. They top off the chocolate with a layer of  chopped almonds. This trinity of toffee, almonds, and chocolate is an absolute delight to your taste buds.  Overall, this box offered a great variety and really gives you a feel for what the company has to offer. When you find your favorites, you can always go back to their shop and order a whole box of just that type.

I loved everything inside this box. This chocolate is a quality you just can't find in the grocery store, and I loved experimenting with so many unique flavors. If you're worried about ordering chocolate in the summer, that's isn't a problem either. Jackie's Chocolate includes an ice pack with their shipments during the hot months to ensure your delicious chocolate arrives in suburb condition. To see all this store has to offer or to start a subscription for yourself, be sure to visit their website or follow them on social media. Jackie's Chocolate subscription would make a great gift option that is both unique and affordable.

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New Age Mama readers are being offered an exclusive discount from Jackie's Chocolate! By using the code NEWAGEMAMA at checkout, you will save 25% off any chocolate subscription. 

Get Nutty: It’s Peanut Butter Lovers Month!

It’s November, and you know what that means, it’s time to get a little nutty and celebrate National Peanut Butter Lovers Month! What better way to ring in the most wonderful time of the year than with one of America’s most beloved foods, and one that 94 percent of American households consume?

So spread it on thick and enjoy peanut butter the best way you know how – with Justin’s! We’ve shared a few of the brand’s must-try and most loved peanut products that we know you and your readers will enjoy:

• Justin’s Peanut Butter + Banana Chip Snack Packs: Celebrate anytime, anywhere with the latest innovation from Justin’s – just dip, bite and enjoy! 

• Justin’s Organic Peanut Butter Cups: Available in white, milk and dark chocolate (and in easy to love minis!) you can’t go wrong with this classic flavor combination.

• Justin’s Classic Peanut Butter: For a snack, on a sandwich, or by the spoonful, there are so many ways to love this lip smacking favorite, so pop open a jar and enjoy! You deserve it.

My Thoughts:

Justin's is one of my favorite brands when it comes to nut butters. I've loved peanut butter all my life, and finding a company that makes natural and organic products and snacks was wonderful! Justin's was kind enough to send a few of their most popular products. Now that it is, National Peanut Butter Butter Lovers Month, I hope this post can provide everyone with ideas for fun ways to enjoy the celebration!

The first couple of products I tried were the Justin's Peanut Butter and Banana Chip Snack Packs. They are available in classic peanut butter, as well as honey. What I noticed right away was that the peanut butter was nice and thick in both of them. I took a spoon out to mix it since the thickness was breaking the chips. Which in reality, is a good thing. To me, the thicker the peanut butter the yummier it is! Once mixed, it was easier to get the product on the banana chips. My favorite was the classic variety peanut butter. However, if you like a sweet kick with your snack, the honey flavored is for you! The banana chips had a good crunch and sweetness to them in both packs I tried.  

One treat I cannot get enough of are, Justin's Peanut Butter cups! Look at all that peanut butter goodness stuffed into them in my picture. Honestly, you must try one! You will question why you didn't have one sooner. Lol. Justin's makes these in milk, dark, and white chocolate. No matter what you like, Justin's has you covered. I adored all the flavors. Each cup is filled with thick peanut butter. The chocolate was creamy and luscious with every bite. They are also awesome cold. Put a pack of these in the fridge, get some ice cream, and you have a sundae in the works. Another great treat? Each peanut butter cup has a coupon inside the wrapper!    

So, want to celebrate, National Peanut Butter Lovers Month, the right way? I highly recommend Justin's array of products! One bite and your taste buds will thank you.   

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ELEMENT Snacks: You are What you Eat.

The phrase, “you are what you eat” is literally true. Nutrients from the foods you eat food provide the foundation of the structure, function, and integrity of every little cell in your body, from your skin and hair to your muscles, bones, digestive and immune systems. You may not feel it, but you’re constantly repairing, healing and rebuilding your body. This is why it is important to make sure only the best you are digesting only the best ingredients; this is why ELEMENT snacks should be everybody’s shopping list.

ELEMENT is the ultimate guiltless dessert snack that can be a quick on-the-go bite for anyone on the move.

Available in dark chocolate, milk chocolate, mint, strawberry yogurt, and vanilla orange, ELEMENT achieves the ultimate balance between health and delectable taste.

Health-conscious individuals can now embrace the dark chocolate flavor as it does not contain any animal products or byproducts and are never tested on animals. ELEMENT lies on the foundation of deriving its ingredients from the basics of nature and looking toward the future with an organic, fresh mission statement. Made with pure Italian chocolate and yogurt and organic rice and corn, ELEMENT cakes are made under strict EU regulations, ensuring the product is all natural and providing an amazing sensory experience with every bite.

ELEMENT Snacks are GMO-free, gluten free, yeast-free, cholesterol free and BPA free, use no preservatives, yeast, artificial flavors, corn syrup, trans-fats or milk hormones and are made without preservatives, artificial flavors.  They have no trans-fats, cholesterol or BPA. The dark chocolate is also certified vegan and Non-GMO Project verified. 

ELEMENT snacks are available nationally at Whole Foods, Sprouts, Albertsons, Basha’s, EarthFare, Tops, Balducci, and many more, as well as online, at airports and in schools. The rice cakes come in a variety of flavors including dark chocolate, milk chocolate, sweet vanilla orange, and strawberries and cream. Element snacks are available for purchase by the box containing 32, 36 or 72 cakes, ranging in price from $27-$54 USD.

My Thoughts:

ELEMENT has created some of the best guilt free treats for your sweet tooth! They sent me a few different flavors of their full sized and mini rice cakes. I loved each of them! Not only do they give you a nice crunch, but the amount of chocolate and/or yogurt topping is thick enough to be just as tasty as the rice cake itself. My favorite was the dark chocolate. I enjoyed it so much, I actually ordered some more to enjoy as a daily snack.

Each flavor is rich and the rice cakes are hearty. They fill you up quick! My mom adored the milk chocolate flavor, and my brother enjoyed the Vanilla Orange and Strawberry'N'Cream flavors. They actually do resemble the taste of an ice cream treat. The best part? The ingredients are all natural, GMO, gluten, BPA, trans-fat, and cholesterol free, low calorie, and low in sugar. What could be better?

I will admit I have never been that much of a rice cake fan until I tried these, and I'm so glad I did! Thank you Element Snacks for introducing me to my new go to healthy sweet treat!

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