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Sweet Earth Jumbo Vegan Hot Dogs

May 7, 2022May 7, 2022 by Stuart Melling
Sweet Earth Jumbo Vegan Hot Dogs

Quick review: I was caught off guard by these vegan dogs from Sweet Earth; a plant-based label that I have to confess has given me more misses than hits. Not …

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Impossible Meatballs – another huge success

May 7, 2022 by Stuart Melling
Impossible Meatballs

At this time, Impossible Foods can do no wrong as far as I’m concerned; at least as is culinarily-related their products seem to be hit after hit, and yep, this …

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The Very Good Butchers Smoking Bangers review

March 27, 2022 by Stuart Melling
The Very Good Butchers Smokin Bangers

This is one of those products that almost sells itself from the packaging alone; sleek and trendy, emblazoned with a retro style logo. I snapped these up immediately after seeing …

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Johnsonville Flame Grilled Sweet & Spicy Sausage review

March 20, 2022 by Stuart Melling
Johnsonville Flame Grilled Sweet & Spicy Sausage

Cooking: None needed as such, these come precooked. As a heat and serve dish, they’re quite flexible in how you choose to bring them up to temp. I used the …

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Home Chef Beef Chili With Beans

February 13, 2022 by Stuart Melling
Home Chef Beef Chili With Beans

It’s been interesting to see how home meal kit companies have tried to expand beyond their subscription models these last few days. These days its not uncommon to find dishes …

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Jack & Annie’s Smoky Jack Sausage

February 13, 2022 by Stuart Melling
Jack & Annie's Smoky Jack Sausage

Before the pea-protein craze ignited by the likes of Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat – jack fruit based vegan food was all the rage. The Internet became littered with recipes …

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Del Real Pollo Deshebrado review

November 7, 2021 by Stuart Melling
Del Real Pollo Deshebrado

I quite enjoyed the Chile Verde from Del Real, so much so, I’ve tasked myself with slowly working my way through their line up. This shredded chicken product comes in …

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The Cheese Lover Shop – are they any good?

October 26, 2021 by Stuart Melling
The Cheese Lover Club cheeses

First up, a quick disclosure. I am an affiliate of The Cheese Lover Shop (affiliate link), if you make a purchase from this page I get a small referral fee. …

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Del Real Foods Pork Chile Verde – a solid buy

September 16, 2021 by Stuart Melling
Del Real Foods Pork Chile Verde

For a pre-cooked and packaged dish the ingredients listed on this Del Real product are refreshingly sparse. The pack lists simply: pork, tomatillos, chili peppers, salt and garlic powder. The …

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Aidells Cajun style Andouille

September 12, 2021 by Stuart Melling
Aidells Cajun style Andouille

Quick review: This is a reasonable smoked sausage that can add a little fun to dishes. It has a gentle heat, restrained garlic and a not too overpowering amount of …

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  1. Stuart Melling on Review: Great Value BBQ Pork Rib SandwichesJune 21, 2022

    Quite correct Dan, now fixed, thanks!

  2. Dan on Review: Great Value BBQ Pork Rib SandwichesJune 21, 2022

    I'm sure you meant microwave, unless a nivrowave is a new appliance I haven't heard of...

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    These burnt ends were a TOTAL WASTE OF MONEY!$ I had a taste at Costco and loved it. I purchased…

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