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Epic Oven Baked Pork Rinds

October 20, 2019June 22, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Epic Oven Baked Pork Rinds With Sea Salt

These pork rinds from Epic differentiate from competing products in that they’re oven baked rather than deep fried. The pretty packaging promises 40% less fat as a result, but how …

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Review: Tonnino Tuna Fillets In Olive Oil

October 11, 2019June 21, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Tonnino Tuna Fillets In Olive Oil

Tinned and jarred fish are having something of a gourmet renaissance right now. Certainly at least for the better quality products, these shelf stable products are no longer being looked …

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Review: Gringo Bandito Hot Sauce

October 11, 2019June 19, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Gringo Bandito hot sauces

The back story of this particular hot sauce is certainly unique. At least amongst the huge collection I have on hand I’m not sure any others can claim to be …

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Review: Whole Catch Shrimp Poppers

February 8, 2020June 1, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Whole Catch Shrimp Poppers

After reading Larry Olmsted’s Real Food Fake Food (affiliate link) book it’s rare I will purchase shrimp these days, fresh or frozen. Olmstead writes on how a modern day slave …

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Review: Rosarita Enchilada Sauce

February 8, 2020June 1, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Rosarita Enchilada Sauce

Let me preface this whole review by saying yes, if you know what you’re doing in the kitchen, there’s no doubt a home made enchilada sauce is superior. I’m judging …

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Review: Chaparro’s Chicken Tamales

October 11, 2019June 1, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Chaparro's Chicken Tamales

You can read my past thoughts on Chapparo’s range of frozen tamale products here and here. The quick headline is: this Utah based tamale maker, creates some fabulous products. Five …

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Categories Frozen, Frozen Meal, Grocery Tags Chaparro's Tamales 8 Comments

Review: Kroger Chicken Verde

October 11, 2019June 1, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Kroger Chicken Verde

After having huge success with both the Beef Barbacoa and Pork Carnitas products from Kroger, I leapt at the chance to try this quick serve Chicken Verde. Like those other …

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Review: Trident The Ultimate Fish Stick

March 25, 2021May 19, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Trident The Ultimate Fish Stick

For as long as I recall, I’ve been on the hunt for a genuinely great fish stick. I might have rose colored glasses, but I seem to recall the product …

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Categories Frozen, Grocery Tags Trident 16 Comments

Review: Heinz BBQ Sampler Pack

February 8, 2020May 19, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Heinz BBQ Sampler Pack

When it comes to miniature food stuffs, I’m like a moth to the flame. Same goes for any type of variety pack. Put those two things together and I’m powerless. …

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Review: Three Bridges Chicken Penne Alfredo

October 11, 2019May 19, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Three Bridges Chicken Penne Alfredo

Disclosure: we received this product complementary, courtesy of Three Bridges. Check out our first review of the Three Bridges Simple Dishes, for an overview of the brand and product in …

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    I'll never buy again! The package contained fully 12 (out of 16) ounces of pure pork fat. Totally unacceptable. Major…

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