Kzeleni
Member Since: January 14, 2016Reviews
Knorr One Skillet Meals in Spicy Chipotle Chicken Brown Rice and Quinoa
I absolutely love the idea behind this product and am so satisfied with how it came out. This is the perfect idea for those, like me, who aren't all that creative when it comes to making dinner. This product means no more wondering "what's for... +
I absolutely love the idea behind this product and am so satisfied with how it came out. This is the perfect idea for those, like me, who aren't all that creative when it comes to making dinner. This product means no more wondering "what's for dinner" with Knorr One Skillet Meals!
I love that it tells me right in the front what I needed to buy to quickly whip up a complete and delicious meal. I also love that I didn't have to think about which spices or herbs to use as the brown rice and quinoa were already mixed with them. The ingredients are simple and yet flavourful. My husband and I were truly impressed with this meal and there was more than enough for both of us.
I will definitely be buying this again and any other skillet meals offered by Knorr. I love that there isn't a lot of prep in the recipe and even more, that it really was only one skillet. It was a delicious meal with very little mess which is perfect for every busy household.
I'm so happy I received this complimentary through family rated and would definitely recommend this product!
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Knorr Selects Roasted Garlic Alfredo Rice
What can I say? Knorr has done it again with another simply delicious "selects" product! My husband and I consume a fair bit of rice as it is typically our go to side dish for dinner, but it's usually quite bland and requires making an additional... +
What can I say? Knorr has done it again with another simply delicious "selects" product!
My husband and I consume a fair bit of rice as it is typically our go to side dish for dinner, but it's usually quite bland and requires making an additional sauce. Which is where Knorr Selects come in really handy. The ingredients are simple and without preservatives so I feel good about eating this and serving it to my family.
It's also very quick to whip up something delicious. Literally 15 minutes and it's ready to eat. Honestly, I'd eat this rice by itself, it's that good! I absolutely love how creamy the consistency turned out just by following the instructions on the back. A little milk, butter, water, and knorr, and you're in business!
This was definitely "Roasted Garlic Alfredo Rice", the garlic flavour was perfectly bold, the Alfredo creamy and cheesy, and the rice cooked right in the suggested time frame.
I'm so glad that I received this products for free through family rated and knorr. I will definitely be buying this again and would recommend it. Knorr Selects are so convenient and tasty! I also, love that there is always a suggested recipe on the back. Knorr Selects offer the perfect side dish to pair with any meal!
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Pure Leaf Pure Matcha tea sachets
I absolutely love this packaging! It's great for at home but even better when you're out and want to enjoy a matcha tea. The single serve sachets are a great idea! That, and the price is very competitive as matcha can be very expensive. What's even... +
I absolutely love this packaging! It's great for at home but even better when you're out and want to enjoy a matcha tea. The single serve sachets are a great idea! That, and the price is very competitive as matcha can be very expensive. What's even better is that although affordable, quality and taste are not sacrificed!
In terms of taste, you definitely have to be a true matcha fan to enjoy this, it's not your sweetened Starbucks drink by any means. I however, enjoy the very earthy taste. I have enjoyed it both hot, cold, with sugar/milk and without. Every way I've drank it, I've enjoyed it. I found that I needed to use two satchels to really enjoy the flavor as one was either a small cup of tea or just too watery.
I would definitely recommend this matcha to anyone who, a. Is a regular matcha drinker and/or b. wants a convenient matcha to drink on the go or at the office.
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Pure Leaf Ginger with Orange Blossom pyramid tea bags
I'm so happy that I was selected to try this to complimentary. I absolutely love drinking tea but often pick black teas or matchas as I find them to be more flavorful, however, they also contain caffeine which I have to limit as I'm a nursing mom... +
I'm so happy that I was selected to try this to complimentary. I absolutely love drinking tea but often pick black teas or matchas as I find them to be more flavorful, however, they also contain caffeine which I have to limit as I'm a nursing mom. So to be able to try a herbal tea, which is caffeine free I'm nature, was a happy coincidence!
Right off the bat, I have to point out how wonderful this tea smells! I can instantly pick up on the orange blossom and love it! I also love the packaging from the twist top container to the actual tea bags. It's all very convenient, great for keeping fresh, and the bags are perfect for steeping full flavor.
As for the actual tea, its very flavourful. "Spicy Ginger with Floral Notes" describes this to the t. I don't think they could have put a more accurate label on it.
Overall, this is a deliciously flavourful herbal tea. It's an affordable, quality tea, conveniently located in many stores. This herbal tea easily stacks up against the speciality tea shops!
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Aveeno Eczema Care Itch Relief Balm
I was really excited about this product offering and even more so, when I was selected to review it #gotitfree through Chick Advisor. Unfortunately, this product did not work for me as instead of clearing my eczema, it actually irritated my skin... +
I was really excited about this product offering and even more so, when I was selected to review it #gotitfree through Chick Advisor.
Unfortunately, this product did not work for me as instead of clearing my eczema, it actually irritated my skin and left my hands tingling with a burning sensation. That being said, I'm sure this product is great and suitable for others.
I'm sad it didn't work as I absolutely love the Aveeno brand. I love the packaging and the size they give you for the price. It's really affordable. It's also really hard to find a cream that doesn't have a smell, so I was happily surprised by this balm. The texture is also fantastic as it is smooth and a little goes a long way with it. My hands felt soft upon first applying, but I can't say it doesn't feel greasy ... and like I mentioned, I had to wash the balm off as it makes my hands feel like they are burning in all the spots I usually have eczema flare ups.
I so badly wanted to love this product, but it just didn't work for me.
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Waterwipes
I've become a bit of an advocate for these wipes after experiencing diaper rash from one of the big two brands. Watching my newborn in pain once was enough of a reason to say goodbye to chemical wipes for good. I can happily say that 5 months later... +
I've become a bit of an advocate for these wipes after experiencing diaper rash from one of the big two brands. Watching my newborn in pain once was enough of a reason to say goodbye to chemical wipes for good. I can happily say that 5 months later, my daughter has never had a rash again because we made the switch to water wipes. Yes,
they are about 5 cents more per wipe compared to the other guys, but a clean, rash free, happy bum is worth every penny. I also love that these wipes aren't heavily perfumed. They are 99% water with 1% grape seed. No preservatives, no bleach, just pure ingredients.
Why not just use cloths and water? Convenience. I used cloths and water before I found this product, but honestly that just takes up time and laundry. Plus, running the tap at 4am is not going to help get the little one back to sleep quickly after a diaper change. So yes, I choose these wipes everytime for convenience and pure ingredients.
They are available on amazon.ca! I subscribe and save and recommend them to everyone. Hopefully they will become available in more retailers soon!
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Seventh Generation Dish Liquid - Free & Clear
I love this dish soap! Really though, what's not to love? It's non toxic which is very important to me as I have a little one who is getting into exploring age. That and I want to be able to wash her utensils and bottles without harsh chemicals, so... +
I love this dish soap! Really though, what's not to love? It's non toxic which is very important to me as I have a little one who is getting into exploring age. That and I want to be able to wash her utensils and bottles without harsh chemicals, so this is perfect for us. I also have eczema so I'm always worried about using dish soap, but this is made for sensitive skin and I can say, it did not give me any kind of reaction. So two for two, I'm impressed!
As for cleaning the dishes, it's fantastic! A little goes a long way with this product and without inhaling any harsh smells. It really smells free & clear of a scents and/or chemicals. I love that this product is effective and even, better than dish soaps I have used in the past. I also love how the ingredients are listed so you can understand exactly what is in the product.
Overall, I'm super happy with Seventh Generation's Free & Clear Dish Liquid and am so grateful that I #gotitfree through Family Rated!
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Seventh Generation Liquid Laundry Detergent - Free & Clear
I was so excited to receive this product through family rated and put it to the test as I have a 5 month old who makes a lot of laundry. My first reaction upon opening the detergent was "wow, it honestly smells like nothing". When they say Free &... +
I was so excited to receive this product through family rated and put it to the test as I have a 5 month old who makes a lot of laundry. My first reaction upon opening the detergent was "wow, it honestly smells like nothing". When they say Free & Clear, they mean it. It's great having a detergent without a harsh chemical smell as most linger on clothing post wash and I just don't want that for my daughter. I absolutely love this for baby detergent, but for my husband's shirts, it will unfortunately not be my go to as I didn't find it powerful enough to remove the man sweat smell.
It is however, powerful enough to clean baby poopsplosions which really impressed me. Not even the slightest stain was left after a gentle cycle with this detergent. So although it may not be the solution for work out gear, it is great for most situations. I also really love that this is a natural product as laundry is something that we can't escape and often is full of chemicals. However, being a natural product also means it comes with a higher price tag which many may not be willing to pay. For me personally, I think it's worth it for my daughter's laundry.
Overall, this is a great detergent for those with sensitivities to smell or just want to avoid them, but still want an effective cleaning agent.
#gotitfree
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Premier Protein Chocolate Shake
I was really excited to receive this free from Chick Advisor as I love chocolate and I love a good protein shake. However, I'm not in love with this flavour, it tastes like liquid pudding, but not jello pudding, more like a premixed snack pack. Now... +
I was really excited to receive this free from Chick Advisor as I love chocolate and I love a good protein shake. However, I'm not in love with this flavour, it tastes like liquid pudding, but not jello pudding, more like a premixed snack pack. Now if you love that taste, you'll love this. I prefer the vanilla. To be honest, I think both flavours would taste better if they just used sugar instead of sweeteners.
I get that it's a drink geared toward fitness, but so is chocolate milk and milk is loaded with sugar. Advertising 1 gram of sugar is not going to make me more likely to buy this as I'm not in denial of my sugar consumption.
That being said, I would buy and recommend this brand for protein shakes as it is super convenient to have it premixed and I love the cap lid. I can get past the sucralose flavour as I love having a protein filled, vitamin rich snack that I simply need to pull out the fridge to enjoy. It's also available at Costco which is always a win!
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Premier Protein Vanilla Shake
I'm really happy I got picked by Chick Advisor to try this product! As someone with previous experience drinking protein shakes and meal replacement drinks, I have to honestly say this is better than most as it doesn't have a weird after taste, it... +
I'm really happy I got picked by Chick Advisor to try this product!
As someone with previous experience drinking protein shakes and meal replacement drinks, I have to honestly say this is better than most as it doesn't have a weird after taste, it just tastes like Vanilla.
I love the convenience of opening my fridge and grabbing a pre-made shake that has vitamins and protein. I'm not an overly active person, but I am a new mom which means I don't always have the time to focus on my nutrition, so I love having a snack like this to help me get 24 vitamins and minerals. I also love that it's only 160 calories which is considerably lower compared to many similar products.
The only thing I don't love is that they advertise only 1 gram of sugar, but we all know there are additional sweeteners. I don't have a problem with sugar or sweeteners as they are virtually impossible to avoid and give flavour to these products. I would however, like to know how much of it I'm consuming without having to look up different ingredients I can barely pronounce.
Overall though, I would definitely buy this product in the future and recommend it to anyone looking for a protein shake.
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