Arla Dofino CAMPAIGN

When I was selected for the Arla Dofino bzz campaign I knew it was going to be a fun one! as my family are huge specialty cheese fans! And these are great products!

here are just a few great things about  Arla Dofino cheese products

* They’re made with only a few natural ingredients and no added hormones

* They’re crafted in Wisconsin from local farmers’ milk

* They come in a range of flavors, like Jalapeño Havarti and Pesto Gouda!

* they taste GREAT!

we chose the Gouda with our free coupon we got from bzz agent, that same day I made grilled ham and Gouda Panini sandwiches and they were so good!

my kids and husband thought they tasted like gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches, and after looking at the prices in the store the cheese products are very reasonably priced! we will for sure be purchasing this cheese from now on!

FIBER ONE BZZ CAMPAIGN

A few weeks ago I received 2 boxes of Fiber One cereal from bzz agent and general mills for free! their were 2 flavors one was cranberry almond and the other maple brown sugar, my whole family liked the cereal, both taste great but are also healthy and when served with milk gives you 20% of your daily fiber, and also gives you 10 grams of fiber! it is rare for my family of 6 to all enjoy the same kind of healthy cereal, even my 3 year old snacks on it through-out the day! one of the great things about this cereal is even after sitting in milk the cereal continues to stay crunchy! I am glad were were able to try this flavorful healthy cereal, and it now will become a regular breakfast cereal in our pantry!

Kroger Skillet Meal Campaign

I love having quick and easy meals ready at my fingertips, so when I was invited from bzz agent to try the new kroger skillet meals I was pretty happy! Kroger is a favorite grocery store of mine! I love the wide selection of products and everything is always fresh. I got to try out a Kroger Skillet Meal, Kroger Garlic Bread, and Fresh Selections Salad Kits. There are a wide variety of Kroger Skill Meals that it was hard to choose one. Finally I chose the Tuscan Style Penne pasta and chicken since I love red peppers and onions. All I had to do was open the package and put it in a frying pan on medium heat with the cover on. It was amazingly easy and only took ten minutes. the salad was great and perfectly fresh! and the garlic bread was amazing!

HORMEL REV WRAPS CAMPAIGN

As a Bzz Agent I was able to try the Hormel Rev Wrap for free, we got one of each flavor (8) and I have been packing them in the kids lunches. You can eat them straight from the fridge or microwave them in the package (just remove the cover) for 15 seconds and they're done. They are already wrapped, which I love because my kids could do it all their selves. So I can send the REV Wraps to school without worrying if someone will have to help my youngest "assemble" her lunch. My picky eaters loved Every Flavor!

Ok, I have went on and on about how they taste, but as Mom's we also have to worry about nutrition. Another reason packing school lunches is such a dreadful task. Seems like everything that's easy and convenient like chips and cakes, etc, is also bad for our kids. I love that each REV Wrap has at least 15g of protein and are made with REAL meats & cheese! 

Hormel REV Wraps Provide

• Endurance: protein-rich to provide real sustaining energy

• Nutrition: made with real meat and cheese, an excellent source of protein and a good source of calcium and fiber

COMFORTS FOR BABY BZZ CAMPAIGN

I was excited when I was picked to try out the Kroger comforts for baby Bzz Campaign. I was able to try out the Diapers, Wipes, shampoo/body wash, lotion, and bibs! the Diapers have been great! not much different than leading brand name diapers, I do think the sizing is a bit off as my son normally can wear a size 3 but needed a 4 in these! the wipes on the other hand are not as great! they are thinner than the normal name brand wipes I’m used to using, and they seem to be slicker in texture. the body wash, shampoo, and lotion are great smelling not to strong or harsh, I highly recommend trying them and at a friendly cost. the bib has been great too, very cute prints and seem to absorb messes from my son drinking or eating!

Comforts For Baby is exclusive to the Kroger Company and carries lots of other baby products for a reasonable price.

KASHI HUMMUS CRISPS CAMPAIGN

I was given the opportunity to try the new Kashi Hummus Crisps through BzzAgent. Kashi Hummus Crisps are delicious. This is such a healthy alternative to a regular chip that is full of fat. Kashi Hummus Crisps are made with chickpeas and are full of protein, fiber, and whole grains. The flavor I was given to try is the Sea Salt & Olive Oil, so yummy. I like them because they are crispy, not too salty, and the nutty flavor from the olive oil was so tasty. My kids loved them too! You don’t have to worry about any partially hydrogenated oils, high fructose corn syrup, or any  artificial ingredients. Kashi Hummus Crisps are healthy so you can eat them any time, anywhere. 

Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil Review

Extra Virgin Olive Oil is my preference over butter.  Although, I have used probably every brand possible, I tend to stick with one brand I enjoy.  However, I was excited to try Filippo Berio Olive Oil. Not familiar?  Neither was I.

Filippo Berio Olive Oil is steeped in the Tuscan tradition and expertise of its founder Filippo Berio.  For nearly 150 years, they have been crafting distinctive olive oils that maintain a classic Italian flavor that stays true to the version of their founds

Adding olive oil to your diet is a wonderful way to incorporate healthy cooking not to mention it is heart healthy.  I received a free bottle of Filippo Berio to try through bzz agent.  First some facts:

-100% natural

-high in monounsaturated fats (good fats)

-Contains no trans-fat or cholesterol

-No sugar, salt or gluten

-Can help reduce the risk of heart disease, as well as help control blood pressure and blood sugar levels.

When this arrived, I knew this would be the ideal opportunity to try it on my sautéed onions and peppers. I must say Filippo Berio is tasty!  It does have a bit of a peppery after-taste, but I think that may be typical with pure olive oil that is high quality.  It does have a distinct green/yellowish coloring, again this is normal.  My family really enjoyed the peppers and onions a top our Italian sausage.  Although extra virgin olive oil is ideal for salad dressings, marinades, sauces or dipping crusty breads, I use it for my cooking which is why I couldn’t wait to make my baked parmesan potato wedges. Again, fantastic!  They were full of flavor, didn’t stick while baking and left the outsides with a perfect crunch.   I’ve been enjoying Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive oil numerous times a day but here are a few additional uses:

-Salad Dressing:  In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup wine or cider vinegar, salt and pepper.  Slowly whisk in 1 cup of Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil until well blended.  Serve over fresh salad greens.

-Pasta Perfection: Place 1/3 cup of Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil and 2 large garlic cloves in a microwavable dish and cover with waxed paper.  Microwave on high for about 2 minutes, or until sizzling.  Drizzle it over 1 pound of spaghetti; toss with fresh parsley, salt and crushed red pepper.

-Healthy Finish:  Keep a cruet of Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil on your table to drizzle and enhance the flavor of vegetables, baked potatoes, soups and stews.

Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil Review

Extra Virgin Olive Oil is my preference over butter.  Although, I have used probably every brand possible, I tend to stick with one brand I enjoy.  However, I was excited to try Filippo Berio Olive Oil. Not familiar?  Neither was I.

Filippo Berio Olive Oil is steeped in the Tuscan tradition and expertise of its founder Filippo Berio.  For nearly 150 years, they have been crafting distinctive olive oils that maintain a classic Italian flavor that stays true to the version of their founds

Adding olive oil to your diet is a wonderful way to incorporate healthy cooking not to mention it is heart healthy.  I received a free bottle of Filippo Berio to try through bzz agent.  First some facts:

-100% natural

-high in monounsaturated fats (good fats)

-Contains no trans-fat or cholesterol

-No sugar, salt or gluten

-Can help reduce the risk of heart disease, as well as help control blood pressure and blood sugar levels.

When this arrived, I knew this would be the ideal opportunity to try it on my sautéed onions and peppers. I must say Filippo Berio is tasty!  It does have a bit of a peppery after-taste, but I think that may be typical with pure olive oil that is high quality.  It does have a distinct green/yellowish coloring, again this is normal.  My family really enjoyed the peppers and onions a top our Italian sausage.  Although extra virgin olive oil is ideal for salad dressings, marinades, sauces or dipping crusty breads, I use it for my cooking which is why I couldn’t wait to make my baked parmesan potato wedges. Again, fantastic!  They were full of flavor, didn’t stick while baking and left the outsides with a perfect crunch.   I’ve been enjoying Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive oil numerous times a day but here are a few additional uses:

-Salad Dressing:  In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup wine or cider vinegar, salt and pepper.  Slowly whisk in 1 cup of Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil until well blended.  Serve over fresh salad greens.

-Pasta Perfection: Place 1/3 cup of Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil and 2 large garlic cloves in a microwavable dish and cover with waxed paper.  Microwave on high for about 2 minutes, or until sizzling.  Drizzle it over 1 pound of spaghetti; toss with fresh parsley, salt and crushed red pepper.

-Healthy Finish:  Keep a cruet of Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil on your table to drizzle and enhance the flavor of vegetables, baked potatoes, soups and stews.

GARNIER OLIA

I thought I would do another post on the Garnier oil powered hair color Campaign that I was able to try for free as a Bzz Agent!, I was very pleased with this product. Garnier Olia is a ammonia free, oil powered color that saturates deep into your hair for vivid, long-lasting results. 60% of the formula is composed of natural flower oils which to help improve and restore the hair while delivering color. The cream texture along with the drop-shaped applicator provides for ease of application and minimal mess.
The application process was super simple so immediately I felt comfort in knowing that I could easily apply the color without being confused and messing up the process. When mixing the color it's pure white and the actual color takes some time to develop so don't be alarmed if you don't see the selected color immediately.

What stood out the most was the fact that the color didn't have a harsh scent and the cream/oil base appeared to be keeping my hair moisturized in the process. I didn't experience any tangling or dripping hair color and once I left the color on for the directed amount of time, conditioned and rinsed out the color I was thrilled with the final results! The final color appeared just as it had on the color chart listed on the box and website. I still after a month am gettign compliments on my hair! I highly recommend Garnier Olia Oil Powered Hair color!