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Diamond Candle Review

03 Wednesday Feb 2016

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I know it has been a while since I have kept this blog active and I am not even going to offer any excuses except to say that hopefully I can write more in the future. Even though I have not kept the blog up, I have still been using products. About a year ago, I reviewed Diamond Candles and while there were pros and cons I ultimately ended up really liking the Diamond Candles. Back in the summer per many recommendations from friends and family I decided to try out several companies. The first company I reviewed was Dazzle Candles and I quite liked them. The next company I tried was actually a second review of Diamond Candles. This was mainly because I wanted to burn more candles and find more diamonds.

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Cocktail Courier Review

25 Wednesday Nov 2015

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While I really enjoyed trying all the food delivery companies, something was definitely missing from the meals. Booze. I was happy to find that there are companies who will delivery liquor right to your door step. Not just liquor but the ingredients to make a classic or artisanal cocktail. This may come as a shocker but I do not go out drinking much which really sucks because I love to drink. In moderation of course. Click to see my adventures with Cocktail Courier.

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Coffee Trick Review

28 Monday Sep 2015

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Coffee Trick, milk frother

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This gadget is basically the coolest thing I own. It is a milk frother that can turn ordinary milk into a frothy delight. Mochas, Lattes and Cappuccinos all can be made in your own kitchen with this nifty Coffee Trick.

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Hello Fresh Taste Test Part 2

07 Monday Sep 2015

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Hello Fresh, pork chops

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I hate to kill the suspense but Hello Fresh is my favorite food delivery company. Each company I tried definitely have their perks (which I will get into later) but overall, I liked the Hello Fresh recipes the best. Thankfully for you, I am going to tell you all about how I came to that conclusion after the jump.

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Blue Apron Taste Test Part 2

30 Sunday Aug 2015

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Blue Apron, coconut milk, Peanut Sauce

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I am happy to report that this Blue Apron taste test was a severe improvement over the last test. But, was it good enough? No. I hate to kill the suspense, but while this taste test was an improvement, I still enjoyed the other companies more. And I will tell you why after the jump.

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Plated Taste Test Part 2

27 Thursday Aug 2015

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apricots, Banh Mi, Plated

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The results of my first taste test were inconclusive. (Sorry, I have watched Forensic Files a lot lately) I decided to get another box of food from each company to get a better sample. And to eat. I am happy to report that the second offerings from each company were much better. In fact, the second taste test did not really help me narrow down which company is better at all. The first time around on Plated, I chose 3 meals for $72. The second time, I decided to try two meals and a dessert which was $56. I actually oddly felt this was a more reasonable price. I think the biggest negative with Plated is that it is just pricey and some of the meals are more expensive than going out. This may not be a good option for a large family or a family on a strict budget but there is definitely a market for this product.

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Food Delivery Comparison

24 Monday Aug 2015

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Blue Apron, food deliveries, Hello Fresh, Plated

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I had a fun and delicious experience with my food deliveries. But guess what? I tried them all again because I felt like I really couldn’t judge the companies without having a second test group. But before I jump into that, I am going to give you a recap of each company and some links so you can try these meals yourself.

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Hello Fresh: Pan Seared Pork Chops with Apple Compote, Spinach Salad & Crispy Shallots

23 Sunday Aug 2015

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pork chops

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For the last meal I cooked for Hello Fresh, I had a truly wonderful experience. This dish was my favorite of all three companies that I tried. I cannot even come up with anymore witty banter, I am going to jump right into this.

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Hello Fresh: Cuban-Style Beef Picadillo with Red Beans & Rice

20 Thursday Aug 2015

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Hello Fresh, Picadillo, Red Beans and Rice

IMG_0408The second dish I made from Hello Fresh was Cuban-Style Beef Picadillo with Red Beans & Rice. Now I was a little concerned with this dish in the beginning. I love Cuban food and it is hard to find in San Diego, so in the very least I was hoping it just tasted Cuban.

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Hello Fresh: Tarragon Chicken & Wheat Berry Salad with Radishes, Dried Cherries & Almonds

18 Tuesday Aug 2015

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The first meal I made from Hello Fresh was the Tarragon Chicken & Wheat Berry Salad with Radishes, Dried Cherries & Almonds. This meal was pretty good but it was ultimately my least favorite of the three because of the textures in the chicken salad. The wheat berries were weird and the consistency was just not good to me.

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