Back to School & On the Go Degustabox

 A new season, with that special autumnal crispness in the air and early dark evenings... A new school term, with enough enthusiasm to last for a few days at least, and school lunchboxes, filled with nutritious and tasty snacks.

Back to School & On the Go is the theme of the latest Degustabox delivery.

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 otherwise wouldn't have tried.

Each time a 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 £3off discount from your first box (and you can unsubscribe any time), just use code DKRLN when placing an order.

Let's have a look at what we got in Back to School & On the Go box.

We have discovered Pagen Gifflar Cinnamon rolls  (£1.70) last year. Tasty little pastries, with a curly-swirly cinnamon filling, they are pretty irresistible. They come in bite size and are great for sharing.

Nutritional information: 370kcal and 18g of sugar per 100g.

Available at Tesco, Asda and on Ocado.

Oreo Original Cookies 154g (£1.08) are well-known and much-loved chocolate cookies with a smooth vanilla flavour cream. 

My boys enjoy Oreos, and I often buy the mini snack packs to add to lunchboxes as a treat.

I also enjoy cooking with Oreos, using them as an ingredient in such tasty desserts as white chocolate Oreo fudge (a big hit with my family), Oreo Brownies, Oreo cheesecake (baked).

There are many versions of Oreos now, but we tend to return to the Original flavour, as we find it just the right combination of textures and flavours.

These cookies are made with cocoa, sourced through the Cocoa Life sustainability programme.

You should receive two items in your box. This is a limited edition Lady Gaga Oreo, not sure what's the connection. Maybe she is a fan?!

Available in all major supermarket chains.

5th Season Fruit Strawberry Bites (£1.50) are freeze-dried strawberries. They are melt-in-the-mouth and crunchy pieces, made with 100% real strawberries. 

There's less than 30kcal in a pack. A guilt-free snack, these strawberry bites are gluten-free, vegan, contain high fibre, no added sugar. Equivalent of 80g of fresh fruit, they make 1 of your 5 a day.

Available at Sainsbury's, The Good Club, Mighty Small, Amazon and at https://5thseasonfruit.com/.

Shreddies The Simple One (£2.50) is a satisfyingly tasty less than 5% sugar breakfast made with just four simple ingredients: whole grain wheat, sweetened with banana puree and date syrup and a pinch of salt.

Each 460g box contains 11 servings. Nutritional information: 146kcal and 1.9g of sugar per 40g serving.

Available at Tesco, Morrisons Sainsburys, Waitrose and on Ocado.

TWEEK Sweets with benefits (£1.99) are a juicy sensation of raspberry/strawberry, lemon/lime/mandarin and forest fruits. These Swedish sweets are not vegetarian, as they are made with bovine gelatine.

You should receive 1 of 2 ites in your box. We got a pack of Sour Supreme (a sour mix of jellies), and by Jove, they have a sour kick.

Nutritional information: 95% less sugar, high in fibre, 45% less calories, natural flavours and colours.

Available at WHSmith Travel.

Clifbar White Chocolate Macadamia/Crunchy Peanut Butter (0.75p per 28g bar, or £1.69 for the 68g bar) are the ultimate energy bars, designed for active lifestyles. They incorporate plant-based ingredients from sustainable sources and deliver an optimal blend of carbs and protein.

These bars come in 6 flavours. Very handy to have with you when you are out and about.

You should receive 2 items in your box.

The 68g pack is available at most supermarkets, sports retailers and health stores. The 28g bar is currently unavailable.

SKIPPY Peanut Butter Choc Chip Swirl (£2.65) is a classic peanut butter with a twist. Every jar is swirled with chocolate chip pieces melted into peanut butter. Smooth, creamy and indulgent, it will enhance your morning toast or crumpet.

It will also make a great ingredient for oat-based cookies, or brownies. It's a good source of protein.

Available at Morrisons and on Ocado.

Have a look at my Peanut butter crinkles post for an idea on what you can cook with it.

Knorr Zero Salt Veggie Stock Cubes (£1.49) are full of flavour, with sustainably farmed veggies. They are vegan, gluten free and lactose free, and as the name says - contain zero salt.

Knorr and Netmums are celebrating the launch of the first Zero salt stock cube. In a poll of 103 Netmums members, 93% would recommend Knorr Zero Salt to friends and family. For more info and inspiration visit www.knorr.com/uk.

Available at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Waitrose and on Ocado.

Cirio Pasta Sauce Ragùs (£2) is a unique range of rustic style pasta sauces made with 100% Italian meat and tomatoes, plus extra virgin olive oil. This range comes in 3 flavours: Beef, Pork & White Wine, Mushroom & Sausage and Pancetta, Mushrooms and Grilled Peppers.

These pasta sauces will turn a simple pasta dish into a special experience, just "like Nonna used to make".

You can always trust Cirio to add an authentic taste to many Mediterranean-inspired dishes.

You should receive 1 of 3 items in your box.

Available on Ocado.

UP&GO Breakfast Drinks Banana & Honey 250 ml (£1 for a single unit or £2.75 for a multipack of 3) is a nutritious breakfast on the go. All of us have mornings when we just don't have enough time to sit down to have a breakfast meal, even a bite of toast with tea. This drink is perfect for such busy mornings.

Each carton is made with milk and oats, and is high in protein, fibre and calcium. It has the same sugar content as a glass of semi-skimmed milk.

This drink is available in two flavours: Banana & Honey and Chocolate.

This multipack is available at Tesco, Morrisons and on Ocado. The single unit isn't currently available to purchase.

Virtue Clean Energy (£1.50) is a healthy energy drink, with zero sugar and zero calories, made with all natural ingredients. It has the same amount of natural caffeine (80mg) as the leading energy drink or coffee. Virtue Drinks' natural energy is sourced from green coffee beans, plus B-vitamins.

These energy drinks are suitable for vegans, diabetics, and are keto friendly, gluten free, dairy and soy free. made in the UK.

Each can sold contributes to the conservation of plants, animals and natural comunities in the rainforest.

Perfect on the go, or for the workout.

You should receive 1 of 2 items in your box. Available on Amazon, Holland & Barrett, Crussh, Planet Organic and Ocado.

And finally, the Product of the Month, as chosen by Degustabox team:

Nescafé Gold Iced Salted Caramel Latte (£2.98) will delight fans of iced coffee. Just add cold water and ice to make a glass of refreshing and tasty iced salted caramel latte. For an even creamier taste, add cold milk instead of water. 

Nutritional information: 53kcal and 9g of sugar per glass. It is fat free when prepared, has no artificial flavours or hydrogenated oil. Suitable for vegetarians.

Available online and in all major supermarkets.