Tuesday, 16 February 2021

Breakfast and On the Go Degustabox (January 2021)

Since the introduction of the third lockdown and resumed remote learning, our mornings are not rushed and we can enjoy a more leisurely breakfast. Breakfast and On the Go was the theme of the last Degustabox.

Degustabox is a monthly food and drink subscription box. It's an excellent way of discovering new products which have only just appeared in the shops, or those which have been around for a while, but you haven't had a chance to try them yet.

Thanks to Degustabox, I have found new favourites to add to our shopping list, including some products which I probably wouldn't have tried otherwise.

Each time the monthly box arrives, its contents are a total surprise. You get a good selection of foods and drinks.

If you haven't tried Degustabox subscription box yet, and would like to have a go, I have a £3 off discount from your first box (and you can unsubscribe any time), just use code DKRLN when you place an order/

What did we find in Breakfast & On the Go Degustabox?

food subscription box, Chez Maximka

Rowntree's Fruit Pastilles Vegan Friendly Sweets Sharing Pouch (£1.29) are chewy, fruity-flavoured sweets. Each sharing bag includes five classic flavours: blackcurrant, lemon, strawberry, lime and orange.

Rowntree's are passionate about making sweets bursting with flavour since Joseph Rowntree launched the original fruit pastilles in 1881. These sweets contain no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives.

Available in all supermarket chains.

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St Pierre Millionaires Waffle and Brioche Waffle (£1) are tasty little treats, great with a midmorning cup of coffee or an afternoon tea. They are sweet, buttery and moreish. Millionaire's Waffle is made with the real Belgian chocolate and creamy caramel. 

Available at selected Tesco, Sainsbury's and WHSmith stores nationwide.

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Whitworts Shots Fruity Biscuits (£1.60) are packed full of a fruity mix of sultanas, cranberries and white chocolate coated shortcake biscuits. Each small sachet is less than 100kcal. They come in handy sizes, ready to enjoy anytime, and make a lovely treat in a lunchbox too.

Available at Sainsbury's, ASDA, Morrisons Poundland, Savers and Wilkos.

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Sun-Pat Smooth Peanut Butter (£1.50 for 200g) now comes in a brand new design. Sun-Pat is packed with 96% peanuts. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans, it is a natural source of protein. Spread it on toast, bagels or pancakes, and add any toppings you like, from a classic peanut butter and jam combination to bacon sandwiches. It is a versatile ingredient in many cuisines, and will work perfectly in a peanut sweet potato stew or chicken satay.

It is also a fab ingredient for many bakes and cakes. Recently I baked a batch of Peanut butter slices with Reese's Minis.

Available in all major supermarkets.

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Grey Poupon Dijon Vegan Mayo (£2.50) is the latest product in a brand new range of mustard flavoured vegan mayos. Made with finest French mustard, it is a great ingredient for sandwiches, burgers, salads, dips and many other meals. It contains no artificial flavours or colours, and is made with sunflower oil, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, pea protein, lemon juice and more.

Nutritional information: 563kcal and 2g of salt per 100g

NAT Bears (£2.90) are a wholegrain Oat cereal baked into fun bear shapes. Each bear has ingredients sourced from natural origins, no artificial colours of flavours, WholeGrain oat as no.1 ingredient. Serve with milk and enjoy! Available in Chocolate and Honey flavours. The bears look cute and will appeal to younger children.

Nutritional information: 139kcal and 4.8g of sugar per serving.

Available at Tesco & Saisbury's, and will be coming to new retailers later in the year.

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Baker Street Rye & Wheat Bread (£1.69) is a tasty stone-baked bread with a rich flavour. Made with a sourdough starter and kneaded to a light texture, it's a good source of fibre, low in fat and has no added sugar. Really lovely with roasted tomatoes and cream cheese.

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TREK POWER Millionaire shortbread (£1.75) is a plant-based, gluten free protein bar. Each bar is covered with a natural chocolate alternative, has 15g protein and 100% plant-based ingredients. A handy snack to when you're feeling peckish.

Available at Sainsbury's, Tesco and on Amazon.

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Mallow Puffs Salted Caramel Mallow Bar (£1.59) is a super-puffy vegan salted caramel mallow bar dunked in Belgian dark chocolate. V-label certified, made with UTZ certified cocoa and natural flavours and colours.

Available in selected Whole Foods Market stores and in independent health food stores. 

Lizi's Focus Super Muesli/Boost Super Muesli (£0.75 for a 50g or £3.50 for a 400g pack) are made from a mix of toasted and untoasted oats. These tasty muesli are packed full of fruit and nuts. High in fibre and vegan friendly, they have added vitamins and minerals.

Available at Waitrose, on Ocado and lizis.co.uk

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Gregory's Tree Organic Strawberry Fruit Twists (£0.89) offer a healthier alternative snack. Twists are made from juicy organic fruit, are gluten free and suitable for vegans, and contain just 60kcal per pack.

Available at WHSmith stores, East of England Co-Op, Planet Organic and on Amazon.

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BarleyCup Cereal Drink (£2.50) is made with cereal grains (barley and rye) and chicory roots. It's a natural choice for those who love tea and coffee, and are trying to cut down the amount of caffeine in their diet. It is free from caffeine and suitable for vegans. 

Nutritional information: 17g of fibre, 3.9g protein and 339kcal per 100g.

I'm not a big fan of coffee substitutes, and was a bit hesistant to open the jar. It is surprisingly nice. It doesn't taste like a proper coffee, but it is a pleasant drink.

Available at Holland and Barrett, independent food stores and online at Amazon, as well as www.dolphinfitness.com, superfood-market.com and www.realfoods.co.uk

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2 comments:

  1. Yum!! I would have loved this box. The Mellow puffs are delicious, I bought them a few times. The mustard mayo is very good too, I tried that one too. Also, the Barley cup is really nice. I think I bought about 5 jars or more last year. In the afternoon I prefer decaff coffee or Barley cup.

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  2. I think I really need to try a Degustabox. There is always so many things I want to try.
    Those waffles look so good and the Nat Bears are just adorable. I think my girls would love them despite them being older. hehehe x

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