Home Comforts Degustabox

 

Home Comforts is the theme of the latest 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 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. 

What did we get in Home Comforts Degustabox box? This month's selection will appeal to chocoholics.

McVitie's Blissfuls (£2.59) has been selected as the Product of the Month. Enjoy crunchy biscuits with a smooth cream filling, either Belgian Chocolate Cream with Hazelnut or Caramel. It's a lovely multi-textured treat, great with a cup of tea or coffee.

They are delicious, and the resealable pouches help to keep them fresh longer.

Nutritional values: 72kcal and 4.8g of sugar per biscuit.

Subscribers will receive one of two flavours in their box.

Available in all major supermarket chains.

KitKat 2 Finger White Chocolate Biscuit Bar (£1.99) is the latest addition to the KitKat range. It is made with sustainably sourced cocoa (Cocoa Plan and Rainforest Alliance-certified). You get the classic crispy wafer biscuits, covered with the smooth and creamy white chocolate.

No artificial colours, flavours or preservatives, and suitable for vegetarians.

I'm not the biggest fan of the white chocolate (with a few rare exceptions), but my guys are the opposte, they adore white chocolate. White KitKat disappeared so fast, I even haven't had a chance to sample any.

Nutritional values: 106kcal and 9.6g of sugar per bar.

Available in all major supermarket chains.

Urban Fruit Wellness Strength (£2.85 -£3) is a blend of tropical fruit in bite sized cubes.

Blended fruit bites are made with pineapple, mango, passionfruit, strawberry and beetroot. Just fruit and veg, and nothing else. They are fruity, flavourful and chewy. With 37% of your RI per 100g of potassium, which contributes to normal muscle function.

High in fibre, gluten free and vegan friendly, 1 of your 5 a day, these tasty snacks are available in three flavours: Strength, Immune and Glow.

Handy to have in the pantry for the mid-afternoon snack.

Nutritional values: 312kcal and 58g of sugar per 100g (one pack is 85g).

Available in-store at Waitrose, Tesco and online on Ocado and Amazon.

Mikado Milk Chocolate (£1.50 for 75g pack) is a well-known brand of chocolate biscuits. These thin crunchy sticks dipped in smooth chocolate are utterly irresistible. One stick is only 11kcal, though it's hard to stop at one.

These sticks come in a handy flip-top pack which makes it easier to snack.

Available at all major supermarkets and online.

Bounce Choc Brownie (£1.99) is a plant-based protein ball, filled with a squishy nut butter centre and coated with chocolate. High in protein, fibre and all the good stuff, dairy-free, gluten free, vegan.

Nutritional information: 178kcal, 9.8g of protein and 10.3g of sugar per ball.

Available in Waitrose, Sainsbury's, Co-Op, Holland & Barrett and on Amazon.

BelVita Soft Bakes Choc Chips (£2.79) are soft bakes, made with wholegrain cereals and chocolate chips and added minerals. BelVita promises to give you energy for the whole morning. Soft Bakes are gently baked to preserve nutritional qualities inside and provide slow release carbohydrates through your morning.

No colours or preservatives, source of fibre, calcium, magnesium and iron, suitable for vegetarians.

Nutritional values: 200kcal and 9.9g of sugar per biscuit.

Available in all major supermarket chains.

MIGHTY Chocolate Shake (£1.60) is a smooth, rich and creamy plant-based (yellow split peas), dairy-free milkshake alternative. It is sweetened by agave syrup (thus no artificial sweeteners or sugar). This chocolate drink has 40% less sugar than other flavoured drinks.

100% vegan, made with real cocoa, source of vitamin D, B12 and iodine.

Each portion contains 11g of plant protein.

Available at Tesco and on www.mightydrinks.com

Tea India UK Masala Chai (£2.50) is a delicious, rich and warming blend of black tea, cinnamon, cloves and anise, offering you an authentic chai experience.

Brew as a normal cup of tea, or simmer in hot milk for a creamy chai latte. I like to add a teaspoon of honey to this aromatic chai. Dairy milk works perfectly with chai, but some plant-based milks like oat milk or almond milk are great with this brew as well.

Available in Waitrose, co-Op, Sainsbury's, Booths, TK Maxx, on Ocado, Amazon and teaindia.co.uk.

Tilda Limited Edition Katsu Curry Rice (£1.59) - it's always  interesting to see what new flavours Tilda would add to their range of rice in pouches. Some Limited Editions are a big hit, and you wish they would join the range for good, some are slightly less exciting. I tend to have a pouch or two of Tilda rice in the pantry for a quick meal, when I don't have time to cook rice from scratch (saying that, I always buy big bags of Tilda rice too). It's a great side dish for a variety of Asian-inspired meals.

Katsu Curry rice promises an ultimate comforting restaurant favourite dish. It is aromatic and flavourful, cooked with mild curry spies and vegetables (carrots, onion) as well as coocnut cream. 

Recommended Retail Price ranges between £1 and £1.59. Available in all major supermarkets.

Knorr Vegetable Stock Cubes (£1.45) is another handy staple, which might enhance a big variety of dishes. It's been promoted recently as an ingredient for #CheatOnMeat campaign. 

I buy it to add to soups, both vegetarian and chicken-based. But you can also add it to pasta, gravy or sauces. Made with carefully selected herbs and spices, vegetable stock cubes complement the natural flavours of vegetables and legumes.

Available in all major supermarket chains.

And finally, Pizza Express VHouse Light Sachet (£0.50 for the sachets, or £2 for the full sized bottle). Recreate a PizzaExpress salad at home, with a delicious light dressing. It's a perfect partner to a variety of fresh salads

This reduced fat dressing is made with white wine vinegar, rapeseed oil and herbs. 30% less fat compared to the standard House dressing.

Available in all major supermarket chains. The sachets are currently not available to purchase.