Red Band – Magic Party Mix
When normal people think party, they probably think of drinks, good company and social interactions. When I think of party, I picture a snack or candy mix that’s a mish mash of product that helps…
Arnott’s Tim Tam – Chewy Caramel
I’ve heard a lot about the Tim Tam, how it’s a very popular staple snack of Australia and it’s quite popular over here in the frigid North as well. I’ve also often heard of something…
Zazubean – Sassy – Pomegranate & Hazelnut
When I think of the word sassy, I think of someone who has a metaphorical utility belt of witty responses to every situation. They have a pocket for humorous retorts or answers, a pocket for…
Panda Licorice – Natural Strawberry
Panda licorice is one of the bigger brands that comes to mind when I contemplate licorice. Not the plastic texture sticks, but the traditional licorice candy that is ever so popular in Europe (less the…
Black Thunder – Pistachio
My biggest gripe with Black Thunder is portion size. I like to think a big part of this issue is just the fact that I’m from the west, where portion sizes are generally bigger. For…
Hi-Chew Premium – Golden Kiwi
I remember the first time I had a golden kiwi. It was truly a revelation. up until that point I assumed that most kiwis were super tart unless they were just the perfect level of…
Toppo – Salty Vanilla Ice Cream
When I think of all the snacks that have salt front and centre in their marketing and packaging, I think back to the first time I learned of the power of salt. By this I…
Hi-Chew – Cherry Yogurt
Cherry flavour is a polarizing one for sure. Well, at least in the west it is. Most people will tell you that they don’t taste like actual cherries, and worst yet that it usually tastes…
Tirol Chocolate – Cinnamon Maple Cookie
Cinnamon maple cookies feel like a very Canadian flavour. Most people associate the frigid North with snow, moose, toques, plaid, friendliness and maple syrup. While none of these are incorrect, we don’t consume THAT much…
Toppo – Grilled Sweet Potato
To describe my relationship with sweet potato candy/chocolates as tumultuous would be an understatement at this point. And yet, I keep coming back for more. Perhaps it’s that ever optimism that leads me to believe…