Savorfull Box June 2012 Review

"I've had a number of Funky Monkey varieties, but was excited to see the Jivealime flavor included in this Savorfull box. I am always seeking satisfying healthy snacks, and this flavor definitely fits the bill. Here, freeze-dried pieces of pineapple are flavored with lime. I've never tried this taste combination before, but the tropical nature of both fruits worked incredibly well when paired together. I love freeze-dried fruit because unlike most dried fruits, no sugar is added to the mix. Plus, it has a satisfying crunch that keeps me fuller for longer. I'm glad Savorfull included this in their inaugural box, as it was the perfect mid-morning snack for me."

"The Live Smart Chocolate Flax Bar is a satisfying alternative to commonly-found granola bars from the supermarket. It’s packed with powerhouse ingredients such as flax seeds, dates, raisins, raw nuts, dark cocoa, dried fruits and even green tea. It’s low in fat and sugar, but has a decent amount of fiber. This bar will stick to your ribs if you’re eating on the go and it’s a guilt-free food! It has a hint of sweetness, without being overpowering. I would recommend this bar for anyone looking for a healthy replacement for the common granola bars from the grocery aisle."

"Home Free's Mini Crunchy Vanilla Cookies are certainly the healthy choice when it comes to a mid-afternoon snack. They’re gluten free and low in sodium, and there's no cholesterol, trans fat, or saturated fat. You don’t have to worry because there's absolutely nothing to feel guilty about when eating these! The cookies themselves have a dense, hearty flavor, making them perfect for throwing in your bag if you're heading outdoors all day. Plus, they're bite-sized so you're not going to have to worry about crumbs falling in every direction. For an easy, on-the-go cookie snack that meets your dietary needs, you should check out Home Free's Mini Crunchy Vanilla Cookies."

"I am a huge pasta fan, so I was definitely intrigued to see Jovial Brown Rice Pasta in this Savorfull box. If you need to be wheat free then this pasta is a great choice for you. I loved that it had the heartier consistency that I've grown to love in whole wheat pastas. It doesn't hold up as well as does regular pasta, but so long as it tastes like pasta (and this most assuredly does) I am happy. My only real complaint is that I wanted more than 4 ounces!"

"I wasn't quite sure what to expect from a flax bar. Normally I enjoy any sort of granola or trail mix bar; I was anticipating a similar texture based on its appearance. Flax is flakier, flimsier than a traditional bar and I found the scent to be a bit overwhelming. It's surprisingly citrus-y and the flavor felt slightly intense to my palate. In a word (or a few)...it tastes healthy. If you are interested in expanding your snacking horizons and enjoy a sunny citrus flavor, I recommend the Live Smart Flax Bar to you."

"As part of a delightful gift box from Savorfull, there was a bag of maple-y, coconut-y granola from Jessica’s Granola.  My kids were clamoring for a snack, so I let them dive into it – a healthy, whole-grain snack?  You bet!  When asked to describe the granola and what they thought, here’s what they had to say:

5 1/2-year-old:  Let me take one more bite and tell you.  I would say it is delicious.

Mommy:  And what else can you say?

5 1/2-year-old:  It tastes kind of like honey [humming while he eats it – a sign of enjoyment, at least in our house] and it’s delicious.  I can eat it every day.  Mommy, can I please have some more?  PLEASE?

3-year-old:  Um? Good [shoveling it faster].

Mommy:  How does it taste to you?

3-year-old:  It tastes really…MORE!

I did manage to snag a taste of the Jessica’s Granola from Savorfull before my children devoured it all, and I have to agree with them.  It has just the right blend of honey and coconut and makes for a tasty, hearty snack.  I can also see having it as a cereal for breakfast with some milk.  Definitely a hit in our house!"