I've tried several things for the first time recently. Some have been amazing, others I can live without, but I'm glad I tried them.
First off, Rhythm Zesty Nacho Kale Chips. I have made baked kale chips before at home, and loved them, so I was super excited to try the nacho flavor.
These are pretty good. They definitely have a little bit of kick to them, so the zesty is an accurate description. They are raw, which is nice, and have good nutritional stats for a snack food. I wanted to love them, but I have to admit I wasn't overly impressed. I would eat them again, if they were offered to me or on a road trip, but with a price tag of almost $7, I will be sticking to homemade.
Next up, Chipotle Vegenaise. I love Vegenaise and I love chipotle, so again I was stoked to try this.
This stuff is awesome!! It delivered on every level. It's got nice heat from the chipotle, and the flavor is out of this world. I just got this a few days ago and already it has graced many sandwiches. I have actually been making sandwiches just so I can put this on them.
A Smoky Curl and avocado sandwich with Chipotle Vegenaise and Barbeque Pirate's Booty.
Now I know these have been around awhile, and I may be the last person on earth to try them, but they are really good. They remind me of a cheese puff in texture, but, of course, they are barbecue flavored. They don't really have anything going for them nutritionally, so they will be an occasional snack, but I am glad they are vegan. Non vegan son thought these were the bomb. I would prefer he eat these to Dorito's any day, and I told him so. :)
And last, but definitely not least, Gardein Southern BBQ Riblets. Oh My Goodness!!
These are AMAZING!! They remind me of the Gardenburger Riblets I love and have sorely missed since they were discontinued a few years ago. When I smelled them cooking, I knew it was going to be love, and I was right. As soon as I tasted the slightly sweet BBQ sauce and sunk my teeth into the riblet, it was pure bliss. I haven't seen these in any of our local stores yet. I bought mine through a buying club I just joined, but I am hoping they will be out there for everyone to enjoy in the near future.
Have you tried anything new, or new to you recently?
I love the Bombay Curry flavoured kale chips by the same company. Not so fussy on the ranch ones but the nacho was good I agree. Can't wait til we get the new flavours of Vegenaise up here in Canada!
ReplyDeleteNow I will have to get the Bombay Curry flavor to try. :) I am a curry fanatic so that will probably be right up my alley. I just wish they weren't so expensive, it makes it a little harder to justify. I definitely want to love them for $7 a bag. I am anxious to try all of the new flavors of Vegenaise, especially if they are as good as the chipotle flavor. I hope you get them soon!
ReplyDeleteYeah the price tag is a bit steep! I did make my own recently and they were tasty too but they didn't stay as crispy unfortunately so I had to put them back in the dehydrator. I made ones from Practically Raw and they were tasty.
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