Friday, August 25, 2017

Suzi's and The Elves Holiday Cookies LLC Review

Not your typical assorted Italian butter cookies.  They're mini, handmade, light, colorful, & a blend of both sweetness & tartness! Suzi's Bakery offers a customized selection of different types for all, comes in fun-shapes and are made with love in New York! One of the cookies I received had jam filling, while the other ones had apricot fillings & Nutella chocolate.  Then there was a red, white & green 3-layered rainbow cookie with some almond flavoring and the chocolate chip cookie that were sinfully delish! The toppings were covered in chocolate dippings, peanuts, hazelnuts, rainbow & chocolate sprinkles.  They had a soft, gentle cookie crumble & were hard to stop once you tried one.  I ate them within a weeks time (Oops).

Making these yourself is laborious so it's nice to know a bakery like Suzi's and The Elves to rely on and can color-coordinate for any family gatherings, weddings, special events/occasions, office, and dinner parties! Definitely brings me back childhood memories.  Out of the ones I've tried, I'd say my favorites were the raspberry jam-stuffed sandwich & sprinkle cookies :-) They melted right into my mouth.  Pair them with a cup of tea, milk, or coffee and you'll be in Italian cookie heaven!

Also, should note that they were packaged well & arrived quickly and in good condition! None of the cookies were broken up and were suitable to serve right away! You can put them in cute tin to give out as a gift! Or lay them in a pretty tray as special treats for your guests! They're quite pretty to look at!

What makes Suzi and The Elves cookies different and unique from the rest, is that they ship to you or to someone on your behalf - making things a lot easier on your part.  & on top, you can customize a tray that fits your budget.  Yes, they work with you! They're generous enough to offer samples and obviously know how to put their customers 1st! So many options available when it comes to them! Plus zero hassles.

They have my support!

Allergy Disclaimer: Contains Eggs, Dairy, Soy, Peanuts, & Hazelnuts.  May also contain wheat or other tree nuts!

 *I received samples in exchange for my honest review.  My opinions are my own.*

 
 
 
 
 
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Friday, August 18, 2017

NeoCell Ceramides Skin Hydrator & Collagen Cookie Bar Review

Being over 25, I rely on NeoCell products to promote healthy collagen in my body (whether it be from dietary supplements to cookie bars).  NeoCell offers a variety of collagen supplements/products to choose from, that do what they say & for that, I plan on using them for a long time.  They were designed to boost skin's youthful glow, & keep it looking healthy, firm, zit-free and radiant! Their products have changed my health for the better! (& are a skin lifesaver, you can say).

Collagen is truly one of the few supplements out there that I believe everyone should incorporate into their daily life! Collagen (protein) is important for our overall health and is the reason that our skin is not falling apart (literally)! It's on my top supplement list for sure! With that said, I've been willing to try out the new Ceramides Skin Hydrator by NeoCell, as I've had good experiences with their products! Even though, it seems a little different in that it contains Ceramides (AKA plant-based lipids) & hyaluronic acid, pine bark, astaxanthin, lutein and coconut water as the ingredients, it still is natural, non-GMO & gluten-free like the rest of NeoCell products.  Similarly to NeoCell Collagen Supplements, Ceramides Skin Hydrator stays true to the promise in keeping skin hydrated & well-nourished - not only on the outside but inside as well! It is one of the important essentials to have on hand especially in the cold, harsh, windy winter months when skin can get very dry & rough.  Hence, it contains all vitamins needed for healthy skin!

Ceramides Skin Hydrator can help skin become better - more moist, hydrated & supple (improve elasticity), while giving off a beautiful glow! Plus, it makes a good moisturizer! (Warning: It may encourage one to go makeup-free) Also, it can prevent hair from getting damaged, & nails from splitting or peeling! It can even improve joint/bone pain over time (if that's an issue).  In other words, it's good for many things! Results may be seen in the first month or so :-) (Say bye-bye to uncomfy sense of dryness!)

Now onto the Coconut Chocolate Chunk Collagen Cookie Bar.  A good, soft & chewy snack for people on the go, a post-workout snack bar for energy, or something to have in between meals (any time of the day)! It contains grass-fed collagen and is packed with protein (12 grams), & fiber (7 grams).  It's a beauty food that is low in sugar (3 grams) that can be eaten twice.  I haven't seen many bars out there as low as 3 grams of sugar...Have you? NeoCell Collagen Cookie Bar is also not messy nor sticky or too sweet, so if you're looking for a chocolate bar, this is not one.  Although, it does have somewhat of a light chocolate taste to it that is enough for me to get my chocolate fix.  I appreciate that it is not sugar-loaded garbage but a true health/nutrition bar that helps to minimize fine lines & improve hair, skin, joint & nail health altogether!

Fun fact: Did you know that 30% of protein in our bodies is #Collagen?

 *I received products in exchange for my honest review.  My opinions are my own.*

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Thursday, August 3, 2017

Vremi's Disco Baking Inferno Jr. Set Review

First of all, I like the colors (black & a little touch of red) & the simplicity of the design! Looks like the photo.  There were no scratches on any of them.  Each pan & sheet features soft red silicone handles that are removable.  I received them all brand new & well-packaged in a environmentally-friendly box! It comes with 6 carbon steel metal pieces to bake with (Round Cake Pan, Square Pan, Loaf Pan, Large Roaster, 12 Cup Muffin Pan, & Large Cookie Sheet).  The interior are smooth & the surfaces are nonstick, which makes the cleanup & scrubbing afterwards faster & easier.  I must admit, I was a bit skeptical that food would stick if I did not use any cooking spray, but surprisingly that was not the case.  The box is true to it's word when it says "nonstick."  It really is "nonstick."  So no worries about running out of fatty butter, oil, or even using aluminum foil because none is needed here.

Vremi's Disco Baking Inferno Jr. Set makes a good family starter set! The pieces are pretty lightweight but quite sturdy & good for last minute dinners & desserts! (unlike the others that are out there) Also practical & functional for everyday use.  I don't know about you, but I like having more than one pan to work with in the kitchen! Upon use, everything worked out for me & my family the first time.  We didn't really have troubles.  No burned fiber muffins.  Even the bottoms & edges were not too brown or overdone.  All came out evenly.  Plus, getting them out was not difficult.  This bakeware set I am using seems to be doing a good job so far!

I also like the versatility, the shapes and different sizes since different recipes call for different sized pans! They're just what I need for basic baking.  Also makes a good upgrade or replacement for old, hard to clean kitchenware! They're presentable & pretty enough to put on display at outdoor or indoor parties, feasts & events! They can also be used on a weeknight! The round & square pans can serve a variety of mains and sides! The lightweightness of these pans make it easy for someone petite like me to carry & transfer them from the oven to the counter.

I look forward to baking more now! Believe it or not, the right bakeware does make a difference! Vremi's Disco Baking Inferno Jr. Set makes baking fun and the process go smoothly!

Time will tell how long they last.

P.S. Makes a good housewarming or wedding gift set!

Important note: Avoid the dishwasher.  Hand wash instead (w/ mild water & mild detergent).  But be sure to wait till the bakeware cools off.  & after washing, dry well before storing away! Also advisable to wear oven mitts!

 *I received products in exchange for my honest review.  My opinions are my own.*

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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