• food,  Los Angeles,  San Diego,  WorldWide

    NadaMoo! Dairy-Free Ice Cream Makes My Dream Come True – Sharing Ice Creams with My Keto Husband

    All the desserts taste better if we can share with someone who we love. The sweet things have been pretty difficult to me these a couple of years, after Ryan – my dear husband follows his Keto diet. He loves this diet because he loves eating meats anyways. But there is something has been a No No to him which makes him a little upset sometimes. About desserts, Keto diet is very strict. They don’t allow any sugars. So no dessert diet makes him a little upset, but at the same time, it makes me even more upset. Because I love dessert! I tried to just eat desserts by myself, I was fine to do that, but definitely I miss the time that we could share the ice creams together.

    Luckily, we have NadaMoo! the creamiest dairy free ice cream on the market, launched four no sugar added flavors. Available this month in Vanilla, Strawberry, Chocolate and Mint Chip, the new line satiates the toughest cravings with NadaMoo!’s guilt-free formula. Now Ryan can enjoy the ice cream by himself. But the bad thing is, he finished the whole cup too fast, even I haven’t got a chance to taste it. Maybe it’s the time to get more.

    “Over the past years, more and more consumers have embraced a commitment to their long-term health which includes a reduction in sugar and dairy, but we recognize that doesn’t stop cravings for the occasional, decadent treat,” said Daniel Nicholson, president and CEO, NadaMoo!. “With this launch, consumers who closely watch their sugar intake can finally let ice cream out of the penalty box, while staying on track with their wellness goals.”

    The no sugar added line will feature the brand’s original plant-inspired coconut base, the key ingredient in achieving NadaMoo!’s iconic creamy texture. To keep sugar levels low but still tasty, the line will be sweetened with organic allulose, organic erythritol and a touch of stevia extract – a thoughtful approach that satisfies the well-honed sweet tooth. Each serving also includes just 17g-21g of carbohydrates (10-13g net carbs), which is in line for most carb-restrictive diets, including those with diabetes.

    “I’m not claiming that we’ve hit a ‘pigs flying’ level of achievement, but close,” joked Nicholson. “In all seriousness, it can feel pretty liberating to be able to bring back the simple delights of life – like ice cream – without the baggage.”

    And it keeps getting better: The Vanilla, Strawberry, Chocolate and Mint Chip flavors are created with organic vanilla beans, ripe strawberries, organic chocolate, and organic peppermint oil respectively. Every ingredient in NadaMoo!’s pints are grown in pesticide and synthetic-free soil, processed without artificial preservatives, colors or flavors, and are certified non-GMO, gluten-free and B-Corp. NadaMoo! also remains committed to using low-impact, environmentally friendly farming practices and 100% sustainably sourced sugarcane & paper-based packaging.

    The no sugar added Vanilla, Strawberry, Chocolate and Mint Chip will bring NadaMoo!’s product lineup to 19 dairy free flavors (plus rotating seasonal flavors) available at select retailers nationwide, including Publix, and via nadamoo.com for $5.99/pint. No sugar added will be available at the brands local Scoop Shop in Austin, Texas. Note: prices may vary at retail locations. For more information, follow @nadamoo on Instagram and Twitter, and @NadaMooIceCream on Facebook.

    About NadaMoo!.

    Championing the power of plants, NadaMoo! is the creamiest, dairy-free ice cream on the market, made with sustainably sourced and certified organic, vegan, gluten-free, and non-GMO ingredients. One of the original dairy-free dessert alternatives, NadaMoo! was founded in 2005 in Austin, Texas, making small batches of coconut-milk ice cream for friends & family, and has since redefined the market with over 20 lower calorie, lower fat, and lower sugar flavors. NadaMoo! is proudly a certified minority business enterprise and B-Corp, continuing their commitment to people and the planet. Everything in their pints is sourced and manufactured sustainably, packed with nutrients and good fats. For more information on NadaMoo!, visit nadamoo.com, or @nadamoo on Instagram and Twitter, and @NadaMooIceCream on Facebook.

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    Pretty in Pink! Low Carb Pasta Night with Primal Kitchen’s Pink Sauce

    When I asked my husband Ryan and his mom about what did they miss about the non-keto diet, both of them gave me the same answer –  Pizza and Pasta. Ryan’s mom is Italian, she grew up with all these delicious family Italian meals. I totally understand the Keto diet is not easy if you have to give up your favorite foods in your life. BUT! The good thing is that pizza and pasta have the keto-friendly options now. Thanks to Primal Kitchen’s pink pasta sauce, Ryan’s pasta dream just came true last night.

    Both Ryan and I work until 6pm in almost weekdays, I don’t have that much time and energy to take care of a complicated dinner. But we had last night – I would give the name of our pasta – The Pink Sausage Black Bean Pasta… It’s not a pretty name, but anyways, it is quick, delicious, and important to Ryan, it is keto-friendly.

    I used Organic Black Bean Spaghetti, Polish Sausages and Primal Kitchen’s No-Dairy Pink Primavera Sauce with a sprinkle of arugula leaves and sriracha sauce on the top. Ryan was super happy with that. Of course I felt happy too.

    Introducing this magic pink sauce, thinking pink for pasta night! Primal Kitchen No-Dairy Pink Primavera Sauce is a must for all your favorite Italian-inspired dishes. With cashew butter for creaminess, carrots for sweetness, beets for an earthy edge, and the anise flavor of fennel, this elegant sauce is full of flavorful complexity. Whole30 Approved®, Certified Paleo, and vegan, this veggie-forward, creamy pink primavera pasta sauce is made without dairy or sugar*.

    No Dairy Pink Primavera Sauce

    Add color and flavor to your next seafood pasta with pink sauce or penne pink sauce dish… without dairy! Smooth, robust, and perfectly pink, Primal Kitchen No Dairy Pink Primavera Sauce is a plant-based, vegan, Non-GMO Project Verified sauce made with high-quality ingredients like avocado oil, creamy cashew butter, apples, organic diced tomatoes, onions, and carrots, enhanced by a bevy of Italian spices. Whole30 Approved® and Certified Paleo, this primavera sauce is made without added sugar*, soy or canola oils. Enjoy over a bowl of zoodles or gluten-free penne, add creamy flavor to seafood dishes, whip up a pink sauce pizza, or craft a vegan pasta primavera with red sauce and roasted veggies.

    If you want to follow the new trend of Heart of Palm Pasta, you may be interested in this pretty pink pasta recipe. Similar to shirataki noodles, pasta made from hearts of palm are a lower carb alternative to pasta made with flour (including nut-based flours). This recipe used Palmini low-carb linguine, which contains 4 grams of carbs per serving, in our keto vegan spaghetti. These gluten-free noodles provide the texture, chew, mouthfeel, and bland flavor that allow the sauce and toppings to shine.

    The recipe paired the swirly hearts of palm noodles with Primal Kitchen vegan Pink Primavera Sauce, which is made with avocado oil; beets, tomatoes, apples to get a gorgeous fuchsia hue; and cashew butter for creaminess with no dairy. This four-ingredient keto vegan spaghetti is the perfect pantry dish to throw together in less than 10 minutes.

    Keto Vegan Spaghetti Recipe

    Ingredients

    Instructions

    • Place linguine in a colander in the sink. Drain noodles and rinse well, allowing all water to drain after rinsing.
    • Heat Pink Primavera Sauce in a pot over medium-high heat. Add drained noodles, and stir with tongs to combine the sauce and noodles.
    • Heat sauce and noodles until both are hot, about 3 minutes.
    • Chop parsley. Divide spaghetti onto 3 plates (or store extra servings in a glass container with lid in the refrigerator). Sprinkle 1 tablespoon parsley and 1 tablespoon vegan parmesan on top of each plate of spaghetti.

    There are a lot of other fun and yummy recipes on Primal Kitchen’s website or instagram. Checking out them today and make a plan for your family’s next keto meal.

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    The Secret to Making the Perfect Iced Coffee? It’s in the Bag- STEEPED COFFEE bags deliver gourmet brew w/o machines- Just Steep & go

    Insanely delicious and 100% foolproof,
    the classic summer beverage starts with
    Steeped Coffee’s innovative Eco-Friendly Single-Serve Coffee Packs

    When the summer heats up, coffee lovers crave something a little less steamy and a little more refreshing. Iced coffee fits the bill perfectly. For some, that means driving to the nearest chain, dropping a bundle, and leaving quality to chance.

    But you can save time and money – and the planet – on a superior brew by making it at home, exactly the way you like it.

    Steeped Coffee’s pre-portioned, eco-friendly coffee bags allow you to steep a farm-to-cup brew nearly anywhere, sans the machine, waste, or harmful chemicals found in powdered coffee. No need to give up high-end coffee.  With a Steeped Coffee Bag and a little bit of patience, your great-tasting, ethically-sourced glass of cold summer happiness is just a few minutes away.

    Steeped, Inc. is all about premium coffee with a conscious. Its proprietary single-serve brewing system features Steeped Coffee Packs (think tea bags for coffee) to deliver locally-sourced and roasted micro-batch coffee one delicious cup at a time. Nitro-sealed to preserve freshness, Steeped Coffee Packs are made with renewable and compostable materials and presented in recyclable packaging.

    The award-winning coffee experts at Steeped Coffee have some tips on preparing the perfect iced coffee. The secret to a classic iced coffee, says the Steeped team, is a well-crafted coffee concentrate. A good concentrate is also the basis for many other refreshing coffee drinks we associate with summer sipping.

    Read on for tantalizing recipes!

    How to make the perfect Steeped Iced Coffee Concentrate

    For each serving, you’ll need

    1 Steeped Coffee Pack

    1 10 oz. mug

    Filtered water

    Directions

    1. Heat filtered water to 205 degrees, or just below boiling
    2. Place Steeped Bag at bottom of mug
    3. Pour hot water over Steeped Bag until the mug is half full
    4. Use string to dunk Steeped Bag 20 to 30 times over 1 minute
    5. Leaving the Steeped Bag in, let the coffee steep for 5 to 7 minutes or more to taste
    6. Remove Steeped Bag

    Tips

    • To serve a crowd, make multiple batches of Concentrate. Store leftover Concentrate in the fridge.
    • Freeze Steeped coffee in ice cube trays. Use coffee cubes instead of regular ice cubes to avoid diluting your beverage.
    • Everyone knows the best way to enjoy iced coffee is through a straw. Be kind to the environment – buy reusable, dishwasher-safe metal straws!

    Now it’s time to win summer with basic Steeped Iced Coffee and 6 decadent variations.

    Steeped Iced Coffee

    For each serving, you’ll need

    • 1 serving of Steeped Iced Coffee Concentrate (see above)
    • 1 10-oz. glass
    • Ice
    • Optional: sugar and creamer or dairy substitute such as unsweetened almond milk

    Directions

    1. Fill the glass to the top with ice
    2. Slowly pour the Steeped Coffee Concentrate into the glass
    3. Optional: top off with your favorite sweetener, creamer or dairy substitute to taste. Stir and enjoy.

    Steeped Iced Latte

    You’ll need

    • Steeped Iced Coffee Concentrate (see above)
    • Milk
    • Cocktail shaker
    • Ice
    • Optional: sweetener or flavored coffee syrup to taste

    Directions

    1. Fill cocktail shaker with ice.
    2. Add 1 part Steeped Ice Coffee Concentrate and 1 part milk.
    3. Sweeten to taste, or replace sugar with flavored coffee syrup to make Vanilla Latte, Caramel Latte, etc.
    4. Shake until foamy
    5. Pour into a glass filled with ice

    About Steeped Coffee

    Steeped, Inc. based in Santa Cruz, California, is a Certified B Corp and Benefit Corporation focused on every detail from farm-to-cup and beyond, to bring people the most convenient, quality, ethically sourced, and sustainably packaged products available. Steeped is the new standard in coffee helping to make quality coffee more accessible through its proprietary technology and Steeped Brewing Method that is licensed to over 200 of the top specialty roasters around the globe. Steeped delivers 100% freshly roasted, precision ground, and nitro-sealed specialty coffee pre-portioned within Steeped Full Immersion Filters. Steeped Coffee is the simplest way to make a perfect cup of coffee by just adding water, with no machine needed. Welcome to Coffee Simplified.

    Steeped Coffee is available through KeHE, as well as on Amazon with Prime Free Delivery, at premium supermarkets, luxury hotels, and offices with craft coffee and at-home services. For more information, visit steepedcoffee.com.

  • food

    Hive Bakeshop Makes The Cutest Custom Dessert Just Like An Artwork!

    Check out these beautiful desserts, just like artworks!
    Hive Bakeshop makes whatever you want come into the real life.

    Baseball Cake Pops

    Taco Tuesday Everyday

    Little garden patch cake

    30th Birthday Cake

    BIRTHDAY KOALA

    Bananas Foster’s Mega Macs

    Since they were old enough to be in a kitchen, Sally and Rebekah have always been drawn to the beauty and practicality of baking. Their lifelong passion for baking materialized in May 2018 when the Hive Bakeshop opened its doors to the public in scenic Brunswick, Maryland. The Hive is an artisan bakeshop specializing in custom cakes, French macarons, baked fresh breads, and unique flavor combinations.

    Sally Ontiveros graduated from James Madison University in 2013, where she earned a B.S. in Geographic Information Systems with a concentration in Urban Planning and Sustainable Development. After graduation, she realized that unfortunately the job market was slim to none in her field.  She decided to venture into completely different avenues- baking and tourism.

    Working as a certified mountain guide and co-owner of a small start up, Sally honed her business skills and marketing techniques, as well as created functional alliances with entities such as The American Alpine Club and Devil’s Backbone Brewing Company.

    Rebekah Ontiveros graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park, in 2009.  She earned a B.A. in English Language and Literature with a concentration in Biology.

    Rebekah graduated in one of the worst job markets this country had ever seen.  She found herself happy to take any job that came her way and found a home in the Early Childhood Education field.  She eventually put her work ethic to good use and worked her way up to become Education Director of several leading schools in the Northern Virginia area.

    Growing up as children they found a love for food in the international and diverse foodie scene in Anchorage, Alaska.  Sally and Rebekah also grew up in the classic Food Network era of Iron Chef which inspired them to get into the kitchen and begin cooking.  They held their own Iron Chef battles at early ages which they credit for their competitive nature in the kitchen and for helping them find creative profiles for their baking.

    Sally and Rebekah often cite their travels to places like Egypt, Italy, France, and Mexico as other influential destinations that make their way into their baking.  Sally and Rebekah like to bring traditional flavors and play with ideas of fusion or new fresh approaches to classic baked goods.  Often some of their fan favorite foods are rooted in fun and deeply personal stories from their travels ranging from the Great Pyramids in Giza to La Casa Azul (Frida Kahlo’s House) in Mexico City.  Sally and Rebekah not only strive to make long lasting personal connections with their clients through their baking  but also to share their love for life.

    Sally and Rebekah are proud to have their work recognized and featured on media powerhouses like Netflix, Martha Stewart, and Better Homes & Gardens just to name a few. Check out @hivebakeshop to know more about their cute bakeshop!

  • food,  Health,  Los Angeles,  New York,  San Diego,  WorldWide

    Don’t play it smart if you can play it genius! Genius Gourmet makes it easy with guiltless Keto snacks

    When you started keto you were probably so focused on achieving your goals that you forgot how much you would miss snacks, such as nachos. No worries, though. With these versatile, full-flavored chips from Genius Gourmet, you can make the perfect ones. With 8g of protein, 2g of fiber, and only 2g net carbs, you can have the perfect snack to keep you full and focused on your life, and not your hunger.

    Satisfy your cravings and enjoy Genius Gourmet tasty variety of Keto Snacks created for the whole family to enjoy at home or on the go. Lying in the development of cutting edge products with low sugars, and minimal carbs, that anyone can enjoy! After years of painstaking experimentation with wholesome ingredients and tasty flavor, Genius Gourmet has cracked the code to give you keto snacks that both taste great AND make you feel amazing.

    Keto Snack Chips – Spicy Nacho

    These versatile, full-flavored chips are the low-carb lover’s secret. In nacho cheese or ranch flavors, they are perfect by themselves or with your favorite low carb dip. With 8g of protein, 2g of fiber, and only 2g net carbs. If you count your macros, these are for you!

    Let’s face it, finding a healthy low carb snack that also tastes great can feel like an impossible task. Genius Gourmet was founded with this problem in mind. Genius Gourmet Keto Chips are the perfect go-to snack when you’re on the go.

    Keep your body feeling energized and ready to take the day, whether it’s a meeting or a workout. Genius Gourmet Keto Bars are not only delicious, but healthy. These yummy snacks are filled with healthy fats like almonds and Shea and are packed full of quality MCTs.

    Keto Bars – Creamy Peanut Butter Chocolate

    A mouth-watering keto snack bar with flawless macros, made in chocolate dream, creamy peanut butter chocolate, salted caramel, and birthday cake flavors. Knocking out the competition with less than 1 gram of sugar, it’s the perfect low carb snack on the go.

    Eat healthy without sacrificing taste. Eat one bar before or after workouts to sustain nutrition, or simply snack during the day to curb your appetite with a healthy snack.
    Keto Gum – Spearmint

    DELICIOUS & SMART – Keto Gum is a healthier alternative to traditional gum and mints. With long-lasting flavor, Keto gum makes it easy to stay in ketosis for an extended period.

    SATISFY CRAVINGS – Suppress those cravings by chewing on a piece of gum to give your body the fuel it needs to make it to the next meal.

    LOW CARB – No sugars and zero calories make this the perfect low carb, gluten-free, go-to gum on the market. Keto gum is diabetic friendly and safe to enjoy without worrying about your blood pressure spiking.

    GREAT FLAVORS – Keto Gum comes in three flavors; natural peppermint, natural spearmint, and fruit.

    Once upon a time, a healthy eating lifestyle could best be defined as boring. But those days are long gone, and now you can use words such as sweet, salty, sour, creamy, or crunchy to define your dieting journey thanks to the ketogenic diet.
    You can now munch on chocolates or chips without calling it a cheat day because, in a keto diet, these are not only delicious but boast great nutritional value. With this diet, you’re one step closer to achieving your fitness goals as you not only get to lower your carb intake but also get to enjoy delicious snacks, so you don’t feel restrained by your diet.

    If you’re anything like most ketogenic diet connoisseurs, then you probably already know what keto meal you’ll make for dinner or even the next day’s breakfast. But while most adept-keto dieters seem to have it all figured out, there’s always that one thing they struggle with; The SNACKS!

    A keto dieter will have a whole week’s meal plan ready at the beginning of the week but will have no idea what to snack on. If this describes you, don’t fret because Genius Gourmet takes the guesswork out of keto snacking. Through Genius Gourmet diverse array of delectable keto snacks, you get to take your taste buds for a ride without messing up your healthy eating journey.

  • food,  Health,  Los Angeles,  New York,  San Diego,  WorldWide

    With Genius Gourmet Keto Chips, Easy Low-Carb snacking is here to stay!

    Embarking on the keto diet can be one of the most fulfilling diets as long as you are open to ideas and realize that it is not a death sentence. It is something that is supposed to help your body transition leading to the achievement of whatever body goals that you have set for yourself.

    The good thing is that you don’t have to starve yourself to achieve what you are aiming for.⁣ With the perfect keto snack like Genius Gourmet full flavored chips, you are good to go; and the best thing is that you can snack them anytime and anywhere. Also, they are delicious and have low carb, making them the perfect keto diet snacks. Try them out today to make your journey easier.⁣ The beauty of a keto diet is that you can lose weight while still enjoying smacks like this.⁣

    Starting the keto diet is all good until you realize that you are in for a long haul, especially if you hadn’t prepared yourself with keto-friendly snacks. It would be best to remember that being hungry is inevitable, and sometimes you need to snack until your next meal.⁣

    If you just started your keto diet, don’t fret! With Genius Gourmet Keto Snack Chips, you can easily satisfy your craving as you wait the next meal. The good thing is that they have low carb, and they are tasty. So, before you start the keto diet journey, make sure you purchase some of these snacks.⁣

    Spicy Nacho

    Ranch

    Chili Lime

    Barbecue

    These versatile, full-flavored chips are the low-carb lover’s secret. In nacho cheese, ranch, chili lime or barbecue flavors, they are perfect by themselves or with your favorite low carb dip. With 8g of protein, 2g of fiber, and only 2g net carbs. If you count your macros, these are for you!

    Lifestyle habits play a crucial role in shaping our internal health and fitness levels. Bad lifestyle habits, especially dietary habits, can spoil your dream of healthy living. Being one of the top-rated weight-loss diets, the Ketogenic diet plan is all about welcoming healthy diet changes and getting rid of unhealthy dietary habits.

    ⁣About Genius Gourmet:

    At the core, Genius Gourmet is a group of forward thinking health enthusiasts with one simple goal, to create
    “Deliciously Smart Keto Snacks”. What drives them is the development of cutting edge products with low sugars, and minimal carbs, that anyone can enjoy! After years of painstaking experimentation with wholesome ingredients and tasty flavor, Genius Gourmet has cracked the code to give you keto snacks that both taste great AND make you feel amazing. Genius Gourmet provides “Deliciously Smart Keto Snacks” that make living a healthy lifestyle easy. Satisfy your cravings and enjoy these tasty variety of Keto snacks created for the whole family to enjoy at home or on the go.