I love gum. I really, really love gum. But I never chew gum. Why? I don’t want the added sugar from regular gums, and I definitely don’t want the artificial sweeteners found in sugar-free gums. I’m strongly anti-aspartame! Aspartame is a man-made, synthetic sweetener. This food additive has been linked to symptoms including, but not…

Food & Drink Giveaways Organic / Natural / Non-GMO Reviews

September 6, 2013

Three Delicious Dishes from Chef Fabio and Bertolli

by Denise

Who’s a fan of Fabio? No, I’m not referring to the dude on the covers of all of those old romance novels. I’m talking about Chef Fabio Viviani from Top Chef. I love watching him cook, and I enjoy listening to him talk just as much. It doesn’t hurt that he specializes in my favorite…

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Food & Drink Recipes

September 1, 2013

Berry Healthy Popsicles Recipe

by Denise

September is here, and that means summer is coming to an end. The season flew by, and I can’t say that I’m terribly excited that cooler weather is on its way. In an effort to cling to summer for a little bit longer, I thought I’d make something fruity and refreshing. What’s more summery than…

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Food & Drink Recipes

August 28, 2013

Artisan Nut Thins: Gluten-Free Goodness

by Denise

Let me start by saying that I do not live a gluten-free lifestyle, but because of all of the negatives associated with gluten, I’m not opposed to reducing my intake. Plus, gluten-free products often have other qualities I like (natural ingredients, no HFCS, etc), so that’s a bonus. I was offered a new line of...

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Lobsters at the Union Oyster House in Boston

August 21, 2013

History with a Slab of Cornbread at the Union Oyster House

by Denise

What do you do when you’re in one of the country’s most historic cities and you get hungry? Dine at the country’s oldest restaurant! The Union Oyster House has been feeding hungry diners since 1826, making it the longest continuously operating restaurant in the United States. Daniel Webster drank there, a king of France lived…

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August 7, 2013

Farmhouse Foods Review and Giveaway

by Denise

My family loves to eat, how about yours? I like to feed them, how about you? As the feeder-in-chief of my household, I try to make the best decisions I can for my family, and this includes serving foods that are natural and nutritious. My most recent find is Farmhouse Foods, a San Francisco area…

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Food & Drink Giveaways Reviews

July 31, 2013

Sesame Street C is for Cereal: Coming to a Breakfast Table Near You {Giveaway}

by Elizabeth

Sesame Street is becoming a part of my kids’ daily breakfast routine like never before. My 3-year-old and 18-month-old girls like to watch Sesame Street after breakfast most mornings, but now they can have a more complete experience with Elmo, Big Bird, Cookie Monster, and the gang with Post’s new line of Sesame Street cereals,…

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Food & Drink Giveaways Kids Reviews

July 31, 2013

Nature’s Flavors Natural Colors for Cooking and Baking

by Denise

Let’s talk about food coloring. I used to use it somewhat often in baking, but I stopped when I learned about the evils of artificial food dyes. I’ve learned to live without them, but I’ve definitely been missing having the option of coloring my baked goodies. If you’ve felt the same way, I have some…

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Food & Drink Reviews

July 29, 2013

Diet-to-Go Delivers!

by Denise

Losing weight and sticking to a good diet can be difficult when you’re a busy person who doesn’t have a lot of time to devote to meal planning and preparation. My husband has been looking to drop a few pounds for a while now, but our hectic schedules have held him back. We’d been toying…

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Food & Drink Reviews

July 22, 2013

Surf Sweets Candy is Naturally Delicious!

by Elizabeth

My 3 1/2 year-old daughter loves anything in gummy form – bears, flowers, worms, fruits, cartoon characters, you name it. So when Naturally Savvy gave me the opportunity to review Surf Sweets gummy treats and candies, I don’t know who was more excited – my daughter, or me. I was excited because the candies are...

Jack & Guac & Spicy Pico Turkey Bacon Burger

July 8, 2013

Grill It & Guac It with Wholly Guacamole + Giveaway!

by Denise

Welcome to the “For The Home” Giveaway Hop hosted by Mommy’s Favorite Things and Mama’s Baby Cupcakes.This hop is focused on items you’d want and/or need for your home! After visiting my giveaway, check out the other blogs at the bottom of this post and see what they have in store for you! Each blog has a minimum…

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