A yummy snack from Popcorn, Indiana

Popcorn, Indiana, , innovator of all-natural popcorn snacks, offers consumers whole grain popcorn and popcorn-based treats that are both non-GMO and gluten-free, without compromising taste.

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My Thoughts

Popcorn, Indiana was really good popcorn. It's pre-popped and ready to enjoy. We tried the white cheddar, movie theater popcorn, kettle corn, and pink Himalayan salt. There are many other flavors to choose from as well. I was surprised by the whole line. They even had popcorn for the health conscious person.
My favorite was the pink Himalayan salt. I'd actually never tried anything that was made with this kind of salt. This popcorn was the saltiest and I loved it. I didn't want to share it with my family. I'm ashamed to admit that I probably ate almost the whole bag.

We enjoyed all the flavors we tried. Each piece was perfectly popped. No seeds left to bite into and hurt your teeth. Very pleased and happy with this snack, and we will be enjoying it again for sure.

West Bend's Popcorn Maker Review

West Bend, the legacy kitchen electrics brand that has been delivering quality solutions for every corner of the kitchen since 1911, is at the forefront of the homemade popcorn trend. With countertop popcorn poppers for every price point and serving size, West Bend is the leading company bringing this superfood to home consumers without the fatty and chemical-laden additives of microwave popcorn brands.

No oil required! Pops up to 3.5 quarts of healthy and delicious popcorn.

Popcorn pops using hot air in 3 minutes for a super speedy snack.

Includes measuring cup that can portion single or family-size serving and doubles as a convenient butter melter.

Popper base is slim and can fit in any spot on your countertop, rec room, or studio.

Quick, clean, and easy. Popcorn on demand!

1400 watts

Our Thoughts

My husband and kids are obsessed with popcorn. We do big movie nights and it is never complete without popcorn for them so this was great to get. I am not a fan of microwave popcorn for multiple reasons. One being that microwaves aren't very healthy for reheating or cooking food. The second reason is that there are a ton of chemicals in microwave popcorn! Lastly, you can't trust the source of where your popcorn is coming from. We like to buy our own kernels to make sure it's as healthy as can be, salt it ourselves and butter it ourselves.

It came in a nice compact box, as you can see. A big bowl fits perfectly underneath the spout and only a little bit of kernels go a long way. The air that blows out IS hot so do not put your face near it or let you kids hover over it (like I am constantly reminding mine not to do!) so they don't get a facial burn. I love the little butter lid that goes on top. It fits perfectly and melts even the thicker butters. The brand I buy is not very spreadable and pretty hard because it's an organic grass-fed butter but the Air Crazy popcorn maker melts it just fine.

Super easy cleanup and it makes for nice, healthy popcorn in a pinch for our movie nights! For even bigger batches, it only takes a few minutes each time so you could make a ton if you had a party going on. Works well and I love it!

Buy yours here and don't forget to check them out on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest!




Reviewed by Jackie

Valentine's Day Gift Guide - Sweetheart's Mix from Funky Chunky

Funky Chunky, LLC is pleased to announce the launch of their new product – Sweetheart’s Mix.
   
Sweetheart’s Mix is a combination of non-GMO popcorn coated with cinnamon flavored caramel; dark, milk and white chocolaty drizzle and heart shaped red hots.  The product is available starting January 5^th, 2015.  Sweetheart’s Mix comes in a 16oz canister and the MSRP is $20.00

FunkyChunky® was created in 2000 and specializes in gourmet popcorn and pretzel drizzled gourmet snacks.    More information is available by calling 952-938-6663 or online through its website www.funkychunky.com.  FunkyChunky is available at fine retailers like Saks Fifth Avenue, Balducci’s, Henri Bendel, Cost Plus World Market, Byerly’s & Lunds, Kowalski’s Market and hundreds of specialty retail shops nationally.

My Thoughts 

One of my favorite nighttime snacks is popcorn sprinkled with chocolate. I have tried lots of brands, but at Funky Chunky, I found popcorn that is beyond anything I've ever experienced. In fact, I may never want another snack again because their gourmet popcorn is more than simply good. They offer some of the tastiest, most mouth watering creations I've ever put in my mouth.

The Sweetheart mix is the newest blend and it's the perfect treat for Valentine's Day and beyond. Each piece is smothered with a combination of cinnamon flavored caramel and dark, milk and white chocolaty drizzle. There's also heart-shaped red hots in every clump. The combination of salty and sweet with a touch of cinnamon is an ingenious concoction.  The delectable bite size morsels are a taste sensation you won't be able to resist!

If you'd like to try  Funky Chunky popcorn for yourself, you can order online. They offer tins and gift pails that would make a great present for any occasion.  If you're thinking about making a purchase, now would be the perfect time. They are currently offering free shipping on all orders over $50.  Plus you can save up to $10 off your first order by signing up for their newsletter. To keep up with future promotions, be sure to follow them on twitter or become their fan on face book.  Popcorn is something that almost everyone enjoys and it would make a great gift for Valentine's Day or a nice  indulgence for yourself.  So stock up on Funky Chunky today and keep your taste buds happy.

Holiday Gift Guide - King of Pop Review & #Giveaway

It's almost Christmas  and King Of Pop wants to help you celebrate with tasty treats that will make anyone smile. If your family and friends are tired of cookies, than King of Pop is the perfect choice for them this holiday season. Once they take one bite, they may never want another snack again because this popcorn is beyond just good. It's one of the tastiest, most mouth watering creations I have ever put in my mouth. They have way more than just the salty, buttery flavors you expect with popcorn. They also have chocolate, caramel, peanut butter, cheddar and more! They provide the perfect combination of salty and sweet that will really make your taste buds dance.

For our review, we received a holiday sampler box of handcrafted popcorn which includes a few of their most popular holiday flavors.  Each one if a delightful combination of salty & sweet. Here is the list of the delicious flavors we got to try:

Dark Chocolate Orange
Cinnamon Bun
Strawberry Cheesecake
Tuxedo
Gingerbread
Holiday Anise Cookie
Dark Chocolate Chile
White Chocolate Peppermint
Banana Cream Pie

Sound good, don't they? Well, trust me, they are! I'm normally not a big fan of bagged popcorn, but King of Pop offers a truly irresistible gourmet treat. Each unique flavor is it's own bag to guarantee  freshness and all of the flavors simply melt in your mouth.

Another fun idea at King of Pop is the  "You've Been Naughty" stocking. If you know someone who hasn't been very nice this year, you can send this coal colored bag of popcorn complete with stocking right to their door.  And don't worry. The popcorn doesn't really taste like coal. It's black cherry and absolutely delicious!

If you'd like to try King of Pop popcorn for yourself, you can order online.  In addition to their gift boxes , they offer tins and gift baskets that would make a great gift for any occasion.Their gift boxes have each flavor packaged separately which ensures every bite will be fresh and delicious.   Popcorn is a healthy alternative to cookies and other sugary sweets and would be the perfect choice for a holiday gift.

The Giveaway

One lucky winner is going to receive a holiday sampler. To enter, just fill in the Giveaway Tools form below. This giveaway will end on  12/22/14. Open to the US only. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply. Thanks again to the sponsor for offering this fantastic prize. 

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Snack Smarter with All-Natural SHRED Pop

Developed by Dr. Ian Smith, the author of New York Times bestselling diet books, SHRED and Super SHRED, SHRED Pop is an irresistibly guilt-free snack. And, at only 100 calories a bag, flavors like Honey BBQ, Sea Salt, Kettle and White Cheddar will help you curb your craving without ruining your diet.


SHRED Pop is only made with non-GMO corn and all flavors are gluten-free. With zero cholesterol and no MSG, you can be sure that SHRED Pop is as good for you as it is delicious. Additionally, all flavors except for White Cheddar are vegan. So if you’re looking for a healthy alternative to traditional popcorn or simply trying to watch your calorie intake, SHRED Pop is your next go-to snack.

About Dr. Ian Smith: He is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of SUPER SHRED, SHRED, The 4 Day Diet, The Fat Smash Diet and The Extreme Fat Smash Diet. He is also a co-host of “The Doctors” TV show, a medical contributor to “The Rachael Ray Show” and host of the nationally syndicated radio show HealthWatch. Dr. Smith was appointed to President Obama's Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition in 2010 and is currently serving a second term. He is a graduate of Harvard, Columbia and the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine.

www.ShredLife.com

My Thoughts

Popcorn has always been one of my guilty pleasures. It's one of my favorite salty snacks. Now I can have my popcorn without the guilt  because Shred Pop has all the flavor and a fraction of the calories. Each bag of  has only 100 calories and 0 saturated fat. but that doesn't mean it's light on taste. Every kernel is packed with salty goodness. They're really fresh, and just melt in your mouth. The kettle variety is nice and buttery and tastes as good as movie theater popcorn. The White Cheddar is cheesy and delicious.

The single serving bags contain much larger portions than I would have expected  for such a low calorie snack.  Eating one bag definitely leaves you feeling satisfied. As an added bonus they are gluten-free, made using whole grains, and have no MSG. You can't ask for much more in a snack.

POP Up That Company Party with Brooklyn Popcorn

By Tara. *Item received for review. No financial reimbursement.

BBQ Popcorn

I don't know about you all, but at my full-time job, we have a lot of company parties. They usually order pizza. Sometimes it's a catered affair, but most often than not, it's pizza, and it may not be from the place I like my pizza from or it may have all kinds of crap on it when I'm a pretty simple cheese-and-pepperoni-type of gal.

At this point I know you're saying, "What does this rambling have to do with popcorn?" I'm getting there.

Company parties. They have to be cheap, fast, and it would BE NICE if they had something for everyone. Why not have some popcorn? I mean, seriously, who doesn't love popcorn? And if they don't like the plain butter popcorn (I don't!), they may like the cheese, caramel, nut...

Coconut Caramel

As you plan your next company party or perhaps ponder what to take to the next company potluck, consider Brooklyn Popcorn.

There's...OMG...the flavors...! There's plain, cheddar, ranch, garlic, New York, Chicago, chocolate... There is something for everyone. Buy just three tins, all different flavors, and make a ton of people at the party grin ear-to-ear.

Don't work outside the home? Perhaps you have a home business, maybe run a day care? Kids would love this too. You can get a customized tin, all one flavor, two flavors, or three.

It's also great for family movie night.

I received some coconut caramel. I enjoyed it very much, though the caramel def overwhelms the coconut flavor. Can't say I really tasted the coconut, but perhaps it's about combination. I'm guessing you cannot go wrong with ranch or cheese--one flavor popcorn. What I did like about this popcorn, however, is the homemade flavor. It tastes like it's been popped that very day. FRESH.


This popcorn also makes a good gift idea for the hard-to-buy-for person, for father's day, mother's day, birthday, Christmas... Get them a tin full of Lip Smacker and be done with it.

Don't wait. Add Brooklyn Popcorn to your gift list or company party food list today. Follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Yelp.

Now's a good time to buy. They are having a special Easter sale, 15% off 2.5 and 3-gallon tins.