Crispers recently launched the first new flavour in 10 years: Crispers Cheddar.

Crispers Cheddar Highlights

• Baked in Canada – Christie’s Crispers are baked right here in Canada at the Mondelez Canada East York location in Toronto, Ontario.
• Canadians think everything tastes better with cheddar – With Canadians currently craving a sense of comfort, there’s a greater return to familiar and nostalgic flavours
• Best of both worlds – Bringing the features of chip and cracker together in one bite, this uniquely-Canadian baked salty snack is one of the original crisp products introduced by Christie.
• Portability and convenience for Canadians on the go – Crispers come in a resealable bag so snacks stay fresh and ready for anytime enjoyment.

Crispers Cheddar, which first launched in June, joins a family of flavours that include All Dressed; Dill Pickle; Barbecue; Ranch; and Salt & Vinegar.

In terms of nutrition, 15 crackers (20 g) has 100 calories, 4.5 g of fat and 14 g of carbohydrates. They have 0 trans fat, 0 cholesterol and are low in saturated fat.

I was gifted with some Crispers Cheddar to try and found them to be very tasty and would recommend them. The texture is thin and crispy and the flavour was on point for being cheddar.

They are available in major grocery retailers across Canada at a suggested retail price of $2.99 in Conventional Banners and $2.89 in Discount Banners.

Coors Organic is a new, organic beer that is brewed with one thing in mind – simplicity.

With Canadians keen to integrate healthier alternatives into their day-to-day lifestyle but often feeling overwhelmed by all of the options to choose from, Coors Organic decided to offer a simple way to feel better about your choices.

Certified organic, 90 calories and 4g carbs (per/355mL), Coors Organic is a light, refreshing lager made with just three simple ingredients: organic hops, organic barley and water. 

The taste is light and refreshing malt-forwardwith a crisp and clean finish. 

You can find Coors Organic at BC Liquor Store and Independents. Single can ($3.05) or 12 for $27.50.

Disclosure: I was gifted with samples of Coors Organic.

While launching a new product during a global pandemic is no easy feat, one Vancouver-based company has introduced a new shoe style that is stylish but also carbon-neutral, eco-friendly and waterproof!

SKYE Footwear’s The Mobrly is the brand’s first waterproof sneaker made from vegan materials and recycled plastic.

The Mobrly Benefits

There are so many benefits to this shoe including:

• Vegan-friendly
• Eco-friendly algae foam inside (see more below)
• Made with recycled materials
• Waterproof/snowproof
• No laces with slip-on and off laceless lace-lock system
• Ergonomically engineered
• Tuned elasticity for the perfect fit
• Breathable
• Anti-odor
• Lightweight
• Spring React Outsole
• Temperature Regulation
• Ultimate Grip
• Designed for the whole body

The coolest part is that they use excessive algae from the ecosystem and transform it into a carbon-neutral foam for the insole.

The production of the shoe is helping to protect oceans and marine life in a carbon-neutral effect and is aligned with the Vancouver Aquarium’s Oceanwise Program.

The Mobrly Kickstarter Campaign

SKYE Footwear’s The Mobrly Kickstarter campaign runs until mid-September with pledge levels starting at $79.

For every pledge of the Mobrly on Kickstarter, SKYE Footwear will donate $1 towards saving the Vancouver Aquarium with a goal of $25,000 by the end of the campaign.

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Disclosure: I received a complimentary pair of The Mobrly to try.

I’ve been enjoying the shoes since I received them.  They’ve comfortable, versatile, stylish and you know you’re helping the environment. The shoe is very ergnomically engineered. When you slip into the shoe, you definitely feel cushioned and padded but not clunky. I tested out how waterproof the shoe is and found it to be perfect. I wear a size 8 Women’s normally, and the shoe’s size 8.5 was just right.

Check out the campaign here: http://kck.st/39DNW0L

Sugoi Mart is an online store where you can shop for the latest snacks, beauty products, and collectibles from Japan.

Some of the top snack brands that they carry include Kit Kat, Pocky, Umaibo and Hi-Chew.

Sugio Mart reached out to me and try out their service and they sent me a Tohato Caramel Corn to try.

As I opened the bag of Tohato Caramel Corn, you definitely get hit with a smell of caramel sweetness.

The snack is described as caramel corn, but it’s more like puffed corn that has been flavoured. It’s not a popcorn but rather a crispy, airy, and crunchy snack like cheese puffs. The taste is a mix of sweet, floral and caramel.

Sugio is currently shipping to the USA, Australia, Canada, Mexico, the UK, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Sweden, France, The Netherlands, Germany, South Korea, The Philippines, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Thailand. Please check this list to see which countries are currently included.

Overall, I found that Sugio Mart has quite a selection of products ranging from food, beauty to home. It’s interesting to check out their catalog to see all the unique items available.

To find out more, visit sugoimart.com.

KIND Snacks recently kindly sent me their latest innovation: KIND BARK!

KIND BARK is KIND’s first foray into the chocolate aisle and one of the first-ever treat offerings that leads with a nutrient-dense first ingredient like almonds or peanuts.

Plus it’s made with 55% cacao dark chocolate that is fairtrade certified, giving you a sweet treat that you can feel good about.

KIND BARK can be enjoyed in the following three flavours, all inspired by KIND’s best-selling nut bars:·

• Dark Chocolate Almond & Sea Salt
• Dark Chocolate Almond & Salted Caramel
• Dark Chocolate & Roasted Peanuts

As someone who eats KIND bars regularly, I was excited to try their new product and it was deliciously addictive. They were thin, light, had a nice bittersweet dark chocolate flavour but not too sweet.

I enjoyed the fact that the nuts were sliced thinly so that you get a nice crunch without it being overwhelmingly nutty in each bite.

They are pretty good afternoon treats or for when you’re in the mood for a pick-me-up.

In terms of nutrition, the KIND Bark comes with 3 servings in each bag. There are 180 calories and 13 – 14 grams of fat, 15 – 16 grams of carbohydrates, and 4 grams of protein per serving (depending on which flavour you get).

The pouches are resealable so you can portion control. But sometimes, you might find it hard to resist continuously eating them!

In general, I thought the ingredients were healthy and wholesome. I enjoyed trying KIND Bark and think you will too!

For more information, visit www.kindsnacks.com/bark.html