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Thursday, November 30, 2023

#HolidayGiftGuide - Plant Lovers Will Rejoice With a Hydroponic Garden System from LetPot

  *DISCLOSURE* Thank you to LetPot for providing product samples in order to facilitate this post.  All thoughts are strictly my own. 

Today's gift idea is perfect for gardeners!  Check out this hydroponic garden set up from LetPot!

Senior Hydroponics Growing System, 12 Pods Smart Garden with App Control


LetPot hydroponics growing systems are advanced indoor hydroponic gardens that automatically add water and nutrients to plants. With the LetPot app and the built-in plant encyclopedia, you can conveniently adjust water levels, lighting, and temperature and monitor plant growth status. That allows you to plant a variety of hydroponic plants using hydroponic planters effortlessly hydroponically.

This kit comes with everything you need to get started besides the seeds and the water.
 







With up to 19" high LED panel and a 5.5 L water tank, you can easily grow your favorite herbs, veggies, fruits, or flowers all year round. The 100% full 24-Watt LED growing light simulates sunlight, while the silent water pump provides oxygen for plant roots. The included sponges replace soil for faster, cleaner, and easier growth. Made of durable and classic stainless steel, the Senior looks great in any room.



Features:
Remote Control & Monitor with LetPot APP
Growing 40% Faster with Adjustable Growing Light Panel
With 12 Pods and 2 Growing Light Modes
Durable & High-Quality Stainless Steel Surface
5.5L Water Tank with Water Shortage Alarm



This kit was a breeze to set up and looks beautiful!  I can't wait to see those little baby sprouts start popping up.  If you have a plant lover on your holiday gifting list this year, check out LetPot for some really great hydroponic growing kits!



Disclosure: 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.

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

#HolidayGiftGuide - Give the Gift of Farm Fresh Produce and More from Farmer Jones Farm and The Chef's Garden

  *DISCLOSURE* Thank you to Farmer Jones and The Chef's Garden for providing product samples in order to facilitate this post.  All thoughts are strictly my own. 


We just adore Farmer Jones Farm and The Chef's Garden and we love sharing our favorite goodies with y'all!  Take a look at a few things we think would make great gift ideas this year for anybody who likes good food!

Farmer Jones Farm offers so many great fresh, seasonal items as well as handmade gifts that are sure to be the star of your holiday gatherings!  You can buy items a la carte or get a seasonal box of goodies shipped straight to your door.  

With the box, you receive a selection of seasonal, nutrient-dense, flavor-rich food that will revolutionize your kitchen. 

Gourmet Vegetable Box

What was in our box?

Baby Fennel

Ultra Carrots

Baby Fall Radish

Baby Bok Choy

Petite Lettuce

Ultra Exotic Kale

Petite Mixed Root Crop

Baby Specialty Tomatoes

White Mashed Potato Squash

Flowering Herb Sampler

Green Apple Lucky Sorrel

Cuke with Bloom

Petite Salad Sensation

Microgreen Chinese Cabbage

You can also finds tons of yummy pantry staples.  Here are some of our faves:


Farm Gomasio

Farmer Jones Farm Gomasio is a seasoning composed primarily of toasted sesame seeds, delicate flakes of kosher salt, and a blend of herbs from The Chef's Garden. With ingredients like bee pollen, fennel pollen, and alliums playing supporting roles, this batch of gomasio is a friend to many foods.


Prospect Jam Co Marmalade

A yummy collaboration with Prospect Jam Co brings us some tasty marmalades.

Beet Marmalade
Flavors of Heirloom beets with winey, red verjus (produced from pressing unripe grapes) and tart cranberry.

Pepper Marmalade
A simple pepper marmalade featuring a colorful confetti of sweet peppers.
Firelands Coffee Co Collab

Bowtie Blend | Dark Roast
Introducing The Bow Tie Blend by Firelands Coffee Co., a coffee as unique as the early risers and the dedicated workers who tend to our fields. It's the first one up, the last one to bed, just like those who toil under the harvest moon and greet the sunrise before the roosters even crow. This dark roast is a tribute to the tireless souls who sow the seeds of our future, and it carries with it a subtle hint of nostalgia that warms the heart. Roasted in a special collaboration with Farmer Lee Jones and Chef Jamie Simpson, The Bow Tie Blend captures the essence of hard work and dedication that goes into every cup. With each sip, you're not just enjoying coffee; you're savoring the spirit of those who cultivate the land and nurture our culinary traditions. It's a testament to the enduring bond between the earth, the farmer, and the chef, all in a single cup.

Trio of Vinegar

An extraordinary collaboration with Lindera Farms, a kindred spirit that shares an unwavering commitment to sustainable and responsible farming practices.

Trio Includes:
Hyssop, Basil, and Lemon Verbena Vinegar
Heirloom Pepper Vinegar
Pine Flower Vinegar

The Chef's Garden's Hand-crafted Heirloom Marinara Sauce

Savor the unmistakable taste of freshness with The Chef's Garden's Hand-crafted Heirloom Marinara Sauce. This remarkable sauce is a testament to our unwavering commitment to regenerative farming practices, emphasizing sustainability and culinary excellence.  This Heirloom Marinara Sauce is a versatile masterpiece that elevates any dish it graces. Whether drizzled over a plate of al dente pasta, used as a base for your homemade pizza, or as a dipping sauce for crusty bread, its rich, savory flavor transforms every meal into a culinary delight. 

Whether you want to give the gift of beautiful, healthy produce or you are looking for a source of delicious, fresh produce for your holiday meals, they are sure to have something that will make your season more merry and bright!

What a fantastic assortment of gift ideas!  We are super impressed with the freshness and variety of all of these goodies! By eating wholesome foods, Mother Nature will provide you and your family with vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, and fiber.  Plus, as a result of Farmer Jones Farm's regenerative farming practices, they have found that their products can contain up to 200 to 500% more mineral content than the USDA average!  You'd be hard-pressed to beat that!

Give the gift of beautiful and nutritious home grown garden-fresh produce and goodies from Farmer Jones Farm at The Chef's Garden this holiday season!



Disclosure: 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.

Monday, November 27, 2023

#HolidayGiftGuide - Give the Gift of Delicious Home Fermentation with The Sauerkrock from Humble House

 *DISCLOSURE* Thank you to Humble House for providing product samples in order to facilitate this post.  All thoughts are strictly my own. 


If you have someone on your list that loves fermented goodies, check out one of our favorite gift ideas this year, a fermentation crock from Humble House, the SAUERKROCK!

The SAUERKROCK Fermentation Crock with Glazed Weights and Cabbage Tamper

The SAUERKROCK is a high-quality thick-walled ceramic fermentation crock pot, inspired by traditional European and Asian style fermenting crock design. Each fermenting crock includes two Fully Glazed ceramic glazed weights that will help keep your fermenting foods submerged in the brine throughout the fermentation process. Use the included wood tamper to keep fermenting food under the brine by packing it down. The fermentation pot features an easy to use water seal that protects your fermenting foods from contamination while still allowing natural gases to escape from the vessel. Its food-safe glaze promotes flavor integrity and is so easy to clean. The SAUERKROCK is the perfect fermenting crock for pickling vegetables and making probiotic-rich fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha, kefir, condiments and a whole lot more!


This American-owned and operated company offers an amazing product with speedy shipping.  The crock is crazy easy to use and works incredibly well. Whether you are a longtime home fermenter looking to step up your home fermentation game, or a newcomer to the fermented food scene, The SAUERKROCK™ water sealed fermentation crock is the perfect piece of home fermentation equipment for you.


These fantastic crocks come in different sizes to fit your fermenting needs and they are absolutely gorgeous.  A truly stunning gift for those looking to eat healthier and create their own fermented goodies!



Disclosure: 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.

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

#HolidayGiftGuide - Fun New Snacks, Sauces, Spices and More From Melissa's Produce!

 *DISCLOSURE* Thank you to Melissa's Produce for providing product samples in order to facilitate this post.  All thoughts are strictly my own. 

Melissa's Produce, one of our favorite produce delivery partners, has some really great new items that would make fantastic gifts for foodies this holiday season!  Check out some of our favorites:


Freeze Dried Miracle Berry Cubes

Get ready to flip everything you know about flavor upside down.  Native to West Africa, Miracle berries are oval-shaped berries with a unique protein called miraculin that makes sour foods taste sweet. When a miracle berry touches your tongue, miraculin binds to your sweet receptors; instead of sending sour signals to your brain when you eat tart fruit, you get sweet—it’s like Opposite Day for your tastebuds!
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Quince Paste

Melissa's Quince Paste is a sweet delight made from quince fruit purée, sweetened with cane sugar, and thickened with pectin. Known as "dulce de membrillo" in Spain, it pairs perfectly with crusty bread and Manchego cheese. When cooked, raw quince transforms into a pink-red, sweet-tart treat with notes of honeysuckle, rose, and vanilla. It's a fantastic addition to cheese platters and grazing boards — simply slice and serve.

Hearts of Palm Rice and Pasta

When you crave pasta, but would prefer not to eat traditional pasta, Melissa's new Hearts of Palm Pasta is there for you—your taste buds will agree!  Made from the tender inner core of the palm tree, and cut into a noodle shape, Melissa's Hearts of Palm Pasta is a tasty pasta alternative with just 20 calories per serving and 4 grams of carbs. It has a slightly nutty flavor, reminiscent of artichokes, but is overall quite mild and absorbs the flavor of whatever you choose to make.

Looking for a healthy rice alternative that still tastes great? Look no further than Hearts of Palm Rice! Hearts of Palm Rice is made from the tender inner core of the palm tree. It has a mild, slightly nutty flavor, sometimes compared to artichokes, and a tender texture that's similar to cooked rice. Consider it a blank canvas for all the rice dishes you crave. From fried rice to rice-stuffed peppers to poke bowls, Hearts of Palm Rice hits the spot. And preparation couldn't be easier. Simply open the package, heat, and eat!

Hatch Hot Sauce, Red or Green

Experience the fiery flavors of the Southwest with Melissa’s NEW Hatch Hot Sauces in both red and green. These hot sauces bottle up the obsession with Hatch peppers with vibrant yet earthy flavors and a smoky, slow-building heat that leaves you wanting more.  Add a bit of heat and flavor to your favorite dishes like eggs, tacos, burritos and everything in between.


Melissa’s Spice Grinders are fresh, whole spices that you grind as you need.
The freshest flavor comes from whole spices, but who has the time to grind their own whenever they need a little seasoning? Adding flavor is as easy as a quick flick of the wrist with Melissa’s Spice Grinders, available in Tuscan, Spicy Sesame, Everything Spice, Rainbow Peppercorns, and Himalayan Salt.

Spicy Sesame (2.9 ounces): Mediterranean Sea Salt, Black Sesame Seeds, White Sesame Seeds, and Red Pepper Flakes.

Tuscan Style Seasoning (2.8 ounces): Mediterranean Sea Salt, Dried Onion, Black Peppercorn, Pink Peppercorn, Dried Garlic, Thyme, Parsley and Bay Leaf.

Everything Spice (2 ounces): Sesame Seeds, Dried Onion, Dried Garlic, Poppy Seeds, Salt and Red Pepper Flakes.

Rainbow Peppercorns (1.8 ounces): Black Peppercorns, White Peppercorns, Pink Peppercorns, Green Peppercorns

Himalayan Pink Salt (4.5 ounces): Salt

Crispy Chickpea Snax

Crispy Chickpea Snax™ are not only a good source of fiber, they’re crunchy, munchy and oh so craveable. And, they come in two zesty savory flavors — Garlic and Spicy Chile!  The resealable container makes them the perfect snack to bring to picnics, parties, and outdoor adventures. Or, enjoy this salty gluten-free treat with a refreshing beverage. For the home cooks, elevate your meals by sprinkling on salads and grain bowls.  

Fiery Popcorn

Brace yourself—Melissa’s Ghost Pepper Popcorn will ignite your taste buds and take your love for popcorn to a whole new level of intensity! Known for its fiery heat, the Ghost Pepper adds an exhilarating kick to each perfectly popped kernel that keeps you coming back for more. Whether you’re hosting a movie night with friends, seeking a unique snack to spice up your gatherings, or simply looking for an adventure in snacking, our Ghost Pepper Popcorn is the ultimate choice.

Sweet Habanero Kettle Corn is a thrilling fusion of sweet and spicy flavors that will leave you craving more. Each kernel is coated in a delicate layer of sugary sweetness, then tossed in a spice blend featuring the famously fiery Habanero pepper. The combination for sweet and spicy elements creates a harmonious explosion that adds a little excitement to your munching routine.

We’ve carefully crafted this popcorn to capture the perfect balance between the bright, citrusy notes of lime and the invigorating kick of jalapeño peppers. The result is a flavor explosion that will awaken your taste buds and leave you craving more!

To make this popcorn we start with premium, non-GMO corn kernels that are popped to perfection. We then generously coat the popcorn in a tantalizing spice blend, ensuring that every piece is infused with a burst of flavor.

We love each and everyone one of these products.  They would make lovely gifts, tasty stocking stuffers and the perfect addition to your holiday food tables!  Check out Melissa's Produce for some really great gift ideas this holiday gifting season!



Disclosure: 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.

Monday, November 20, 2023

#HolidayGiftGuide - Sweeten Up Christmas Morning with the Perfect Pancake Breakfast from Crown Maple!

 *DISCLOSURE* Thank you to Crown Maple for providing product samples in order to facilitate this post.  All thoughts are strictly my own. 

Looking for a Christmas morning breakfast that is as easy as it is delicious?  Gather around the breakfast table and indulge with Crown Maple Organic Maple Sugar Pancake and Waffle Mix with handcrafted Maple Sugar and small-batch Maple Pearls with estate-produced Crown Maple Blueberry organic maple syrup and Crown Maple Strawberry organic maple syrup.


Crown Maple® Pancake Breakfast

This Pancake Breakfast pack includes one Organic Maple Sugar Pancake and Waffle Mix 16 oz with Crown Maple Blueberry organic maple syrup (8.5 FL OZ) and Crown Maple Strawberry organic maple syrup (8.5 FL OZ) and ships in our distinctive Royal Treatment box. 

This one-of-a-kind pancake and waffle mix combination elevates classic pancakes with the distinctively rich taste that only real maple can provide. It's super easy to whip up a batch with just a few additional pantry staples.  Enjoy incredibly flavorful, melt-in-your-mouth pancakes and waffles anytime you like.

Unlike most fruit syrups, Crown Maple Blueberry and Strawberry Maple Syrups are made only with pure maple syrup. There’s no cane sugar and no corn syrup. Just 2 simple organic ingredients – maple syrup and fruit — so you experience the real taste of maple and fruit.


If you want a delectable meal that is sure to please and doesn't take hours to make, check out Crown Maple.  These goodies make great gifts too! 
 


Disclosure: 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.