November 2016 – RawSpiceBar Review

Disclosure: This complimentary box was received for review purposes. All opinions are my own and no compensation was received.

RawSpiceBar is a custom spice blend subscription.  Each month you receive 3 different spice blends created either by spice experts, top chefs or tried and trusted family recipes that have been used for generations.

The cost is $6.00 per month and shipping is free.

All three spices that were included.

Unpumpkin Pie Spice (2 recipes included) – This is a fall inspired spice blend mixed with freshly ground cinnamon, allspice and star anise!  Sprinkle over squash and roast, stir into yogurt or ice cream or brew into your morning coffee or add to cookies, breads, cakes, pies or other baked goods.  I can’t wait to try this with the below donut!

Indo-French Vadouvan (2 recipes included) – This is a  French take on an Indian masala, it is bursting with the aromatic and vibrant flavors of both cuisines. Shallots, onion and garlic combine with fenugreek, fennel, curry leaves and other spices to bring a warm, full and rounded flavour, balanced by the nutty notes of toasted sesame seeds.  I’m very curious and interested to try this spice mix!

Peppercorn Chai (2 recipes included) – We’ve included dried rose petals to the traditional chai spices of green cardamom, toasted black peppercorns, fennel & cloves.  I love chai and the spices that are usually in chai so the below recipe sounds wonderful!!

November 2016 – VictoryBox Review

Disclosure: This complimentary box was received for review purposes. All opinions are my own and no compensation was received.
VictoryBox  is a brand new men’s subscription box focusing on sending out one dapper tie AND one pocket square of different styles, fabrics, and patterns every month for only $16 per month!!

Winners Fashion Circle Tie – such a great color scheme for Fall.

Owl Lapel Pin

ideaSox – combed cotton socks!

  

The entire box:

 

Another great box!  Fantastic colors and Great quality of both the tie and accessories!  I don’t think you can beat the price for $16.00!

November 2016 – Munch Pak Review + Promo Code

Disclosure: This complimentary box was received for review purposes. All opinions are my own and no compensation was received.

Munch Pak imports new and delicious snacks from all around the world. Every box is different so it is always a fun mystery to see what’s inside.  Inside is an assortment of the best snacks from around the world delivered!

This subscriptions starts as low as $9.95 per month with the Munchpak Mini (5+ full size snacks) or as high as $39.95 with the FamilyPak (20+ full size snacks).  Also for $1.00 extra you are able to customize your box to the snacks you would prefer (i.e nuts, salty, sweet etc.).

Use promo code FAVESUBBOXES to receive $2.00 off your first Munch Pak!

First look inside.

Manner Lemon Cream Filled Wafers – lemon cream filled wafers – cool, refreshing, and sweet

Swoffle French Vanilla – these are inspired by the traditional Dutch treat, the “stroopwafel”. Each Swoffle is made from Organic, Kosher, Non GMO, Gluten free flour with a layer of creamy caramel in the center.

Zapp’s Potato Chips – Spicy Cajun Crawtators – The taste of a Cajun boiled seafood feast – DID NOT LIKE AT ALL!  Just not my thing!

Biskitop Wafer Rolls – Rich and decadent wafer rolls filled with creamy chocolate filling.

 

Bibi Bear Rice Cake – Bibi Bear Rice Cakes are a delicious, crunchy and healthy Snack.

Chiki Snack Balls – its delicious, tasty and cheesy!

Duplo Chocnut – A crispy waffle candy wrapped into fine milk chocolate, filled with whole hazelnuts and smooth creme.

Oblita – Chocolate – Yummy crispy vanilla wafers lined and layered with delicious chocolate cream

ETI Sesame Snacks – delicious, crunchy sesame breadstick! My favorite snack in the box!

The whole box!

I love discovering and trying all the snacks and treats from other countries!  A nice selection of salty and sweet!

Winter Care Box for Girls – Campus Cube Box Review

Disclosure: This complimentary box was received for review purposes. All opinions are my own and no compensation was received.

Campus Cube is a college care package subscription box that includes healthy, delicious snacks,  great personal care items, and other useful stuff! And each and every box upcycles into useful, colorful dorm room storage!  A nice plus to this subscription is that a portion of every sale is donated to national scholarship organizations that help make college more affordable!

Some more information regarding their prices and shipping schedule:

CampusCube is careful to ship boxes so they arrive when students are at school regardless of if their school uses a 2 or 3 semester schedule. We ship via FedEx Ground according to the following schedule:

1. The Winter Box ships now thru early December. Great for Final Exams!
2. The January Box ships late January.
3. The Spring Box ships to arrive early March.
4. The Finals Box ships to arrive mid April.

 

First peek into the box.

Sheila G’s Brownie Brittle Chocolate Chip – I’ve had other flavors of this brand before and have always found it to be very tasty and this one was no exception.

Harry’s Ivory Truman Razor and coupon for replacement blades – Campus Cube includes this in every first shipment.  Nice quality razor and this is always someone a woman needs.

Stir Organic – Powder Lemonade Drink Sticks – these are perfect to put in a bottle of water for some flavor and the taste is very nice.

Belgian Boys Stroopwafel (2 Pack) – this pack is the dutch caramel waffle and is super delicious!  Love!

Campus Cube Exclusive Cotton “I Woke Up Like This” Pillowcase – this is such a great item to include for college students because I’m sure they always need a clean, extra pillowcase since they probably rarely do laundry!  Cute slogan too!

Forto Energy Drink –  2 oz. Double Shot of Cold Brew Coffee to Go – great for the student who needs a quick pick me up!

Starbucks Double Chocolate Hot Cocoa – seriously, who wouldn’t love to get this in a care package!  I don’t think I know anyone who doesn’t love a mug of hot cocoa on a cold night!

Oh K Make-Up Blender Sponge – another great item for a girl, especially one who is into makeup!

BoomChickaPop “Holidrizzle” Frosted Sugar Cookie Popcorn – OMG!!!! This was highly addictive popcorn!  Super yummy!!

Campus Cube Exclusive Coloring Card and Set of Colored Pencils – great to do for some stress relief and when you have some downtime!

This is such a fantastic care package to send to girls at college!  I would have been thrilled to have received this when I lived at the dorm!  Really liked the unique and fun items chosen, plus it was very festive for the holiday season! Great curation!

 

October 2016 – My Texas Market Box Review

Disclosure: This complimentary box was received for review purposes. All opinions are my own and no compensation was received.

My Texas Market is a new subscription-based delivery service that sends a variety of the best small-batch items from farmers’ markets and local shops around Texas to customers each month. Their purpose is to expose consumers to great new products and companies. 

Each box contains on average of 4-6 products, depending on the size and pricing of that month’s selection. Subscribers can cancel at any time and are not subject to any long-term commitments. The monthly cost of this box is $35.00.

First look inside.

 

The October theme is  Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice.  

SRSLY Chocolate Pumpkin Spice Bar – this Bar is 70% dark chocolate with a pumpkin spice flavor!  This was absolutely delicious!

Spaulding’s Speciality Spices – Holiday Spice Sugar – wow, this will be perfect for holiday baking or even to use as a Butter for toast!  Can’t wait to try!

Confituras Bourbon Caramel Apple Jam – OMG!  So delicious especially on toast or bread!  Made with Texas apples, sugar and vanilla and a few other ingredients!

From Scatch Farm – Brown Sugar Pumpkin Spice Body Scrub –  smells amazing and works great!  Leaves your skin feeling smooth and refreshed!

Tradition Scents – Starbucks Hand Poured Soy Wax Melts – woah!!!!!!  Fabulous scent!

 

The whole box.

 

Once again, My Texas Market hit it out of the park.  The curation of the theme is totally spot on and this was a really amazing box.  It definitely gives you a taste of Texas and its local artisans.

October 2016 – Ecocentric Mom Box Review

 

Disclosure: This complimentary box was received for review purposes. All opinions are my own and no compensation was received.

Ecocentric Mom is a product discovery subscription service that introduces our members to non-toxic, healthy products. Our earth-friendly boxes are filled with an assortment of handpicked products exclusively for moms, moms-to-be, and babies!   Choose between the pregnancy, mom & baby and mom subscription box, and switch to the next box when you’re ready!  Each box will have at least 5-9 deluxe organic, all natural, healthy, gentle on your body and the earth products.  Your boxes will have a mix of full size and large sample size products, as well as one ‘non-consumable’ item to keep and use.

The cost of this box per month is $24.00.

 First look inside.

A product card is included with all the details of what’s inside.

 

Honeybee Eyeliner in Smoking Gun ($8.99) – love the color and it glides on smoothly.

Wrap-N-Mat Pouch – 2 included ($8.50 each) – this works as a placemat and pouch!  Opens flat to eat upon and have a clean place to eat!  Really neat!

EcoTrek Fitness Whole Food Bar in Toasted Coconut ($2.29) – this bar is a great healthy alternative and is packed with wholesome ingredients and low calories.  Very good!

Healthy Hoohoo Feminine Wash – this is a healthier cleansing option for women that is free of parabens, scents, alcohol and dyes.

Oilogic Stuffy Nose & Cough Essential Oil Roll-On ($9.95) – I’m very curious and excited to try this natural remedy for stuffy noses especially at night time.

Zatik Cleansing Gel ($20.00) –  this is a gentle cleanser for normal to oily skin and is made with natural products!

David’s Toothpaste ($7.95) – great full size toothpaste that is made with the highest quality ingredients!

Everything in the box.

Value of this box is around $68.00 which is absolutely great and double the cost of the box. I think this was a really great box for mothers or even any woman in general!  I love discovering new natural products!

October 2016 – Brickbox Review

 

BRICKBOX is a monthly subscription service for Lego lovers!   Once you sign up, each month you will receive a mystery box filled with awesome contents!  Their focus is on authentic building toys. Brick sets, mini-figures and other BRICK-related products!

It will always be a surprise, what you can count on each month is an authentic BRICK set and at least one mini-figure.  Other items that you may find are custom tiles, stickers, surprise bags, T-shirts etc.  The box will always have a higher than what you pay monthly, and some of the things you’ll find can’t be found anywhere else, so don’t miss out!

They offer three options:

BRICKBOX Classic ($29.99 per month) is our Premium Package.  Each box will include an authentic BRICK set and at least one mini-figure. With a varying mix of accessories, stickers, notebooks, T-shirts, flashlights, and the list goes on…!

BRICKBOX mini ($19.99) contents are exciting and unexpected. One month it could be a BRICK set, accessories and stickers OR a set of Unique Mini-figures!

BRICKBOX loot ($13.99) was designed for the mini-figure collector, each month you will receive a mini-figure and accessories.

First look inside the box.

Custom Minion Minifigure

 Accessories for minifigure –  crate, teddy bear and fruit 

Lego Creator – Off-Road Vehicle 

Lego 3 in 1 Construction Set

Lego Notepads and Pencils 

Everything in the box.

Such a great box for Lego lovers!  It is totally worth it and the fact that it gives real Lego sets is a huge plus!   Very big thumbs up!!!

 

October 2016 – Co-Op Crate Review

Disclosure: This complimentary box was received for review purposes. All opinions are my own and no compensation was received.

Co-Op Crate is a new artisan based subscription box.  Each month is a different collection of products, ranging from snacks to candles, home goods to leather work, or spices to jewelry!  You can expect to receive at least 5-9 handcrafted items each month, with the majority of the items being full-sized products.

This subscriptions costs $39.00 for the regular box.

 

First look inside.

 

They also include an informational sheet in each box that gives you the information on the businesses and their products that are featured in your box..

 

Leather Stacking Bracelet from EStore Accesories – this is handcrafted and the perfect accessory to make your outfit look perfect!

Murder of Crows Nail Polish from Darkside Lacquers – this is such a beautiful dark shade of red!  Perfect for the fall!  

Applejack Tea from Akron Tea House Co. – firstly, this tea smells amazing and comes with ten teabags which is great!  It is made with apples, cinnamon and spice!  Can’t wait to try!

Pumpkin Spice Shaving Bar from Harvest and Soul – this bar works into a great lather for shave brushes and helps to give you a nice, smooth shave.

The Fix Bar from Mayana Chocolate – wow, so yummy!  Vanilla shortbread cookie covered in chocolate and filled with sea salt caramel!

Basic Candle from Basic Wick Girls – this is a vanilla candle and just smells amazing!  Totally reminds me of fall!

Pumpkin Spice Body Butter from Etiquette – this is a thick, creamy body butter that keeps dry skin at bay and smells amazing!

Fall Greeting Cards from Everyday Summit – these cards are hand painted.  I love the design!

 

The whole box.

  

I absolutely love everything in this box!  The curation of “Fall Faves” was totally spot on!  This box will definitely make you think Fall!  Thumbs up!

September 2016 – Craftly Box Review

Disclosure: This complimentary box was received for review purposes. All opinions are my own and no compensation was received.

Craftly is new monthly subscription service that delivers 4-5 high quality lifestyle items from unique brands, products and artists to your doorstep! Each item is handpicked by Craftly founders  Adam Montoya and Cathy Diep, along with their team.

This box costs $25.00 monthly which includes free shipping.

It comes with a nice detailed product card.

First peek into the box.

Simple Squares – Nutrition Bar ($2) – this is a chocolate coconut bar and is super good!  Love the combination.

Pintrill – Lemonade Pin ($15) – this pin is made with black nickel plated brass with hard enamel.  So adorable!

Bioelements Cleanser ($15) – this Cleanser is great for dry skin and gently washes away all dirt and oil.

Hi Wildflower – Sandalwood Candle ($14) – very strong scent of sandalwood and incense! 

The whole box.

Total value of the September box was once again really good….almost double the cost of the box at $46.00.  Really liked the unique and fun items chosen.  Great curation!

 

October 2016 – Munch Pak Review + Promo Code

Disclosure: This complimentary box was received for review purposes. All opinions are my own and no compensation was received.

Munch Pak imports new and delicious snacks from all around the world. Every box is different so it is always a fun mystery to see what’s inside.  Inside is an assortment of the best snacks from around the world delivered!

This subscriptions starts as low as $9.95 per month with the Munchpak Mini (5+ full size snacks) or as high as $39.95 with the FamilyPak (20+ full size snacks).  Also for $1.00 extra you are able to customize your box to the snacks you would prefer (i.e nuts, salty, sweet etc.).

Use promo code FAVESUBBOXES to receive $2.00 off your first Munch Pak!

First look inside.

Frito Lay Doritos Usushio Flavor – lightly-salted and crunchy Japanese Doritos that are quite tasty.

Sankaku Vegetable Crackers – these crispy crackers are really good with a hint of umami flavor.

Tutku Mosaic Biscuit – crunchy Mosaic cookie biscuits are filled inside with rich and smooth cocoa cream filling.

Fabitos Pipoca Doce Vovozinha – these are puffy and sweet popcorn bites that are sweet and delicious.

Manner All Natural Chocolate Cream Filled Wafer – crispy wafer cookies with a light chocolate flavor!  My favorite treat in the box!

ETI Pizza Crackers – crunchy crackers with a zesty pizza flavor!  Very good!

Corny Big Multi-Grain Bar Chocolate – this is a cereal bar that is soft and chewy with a soft chocolate coating and inside a goopey caramel!  DELICIOUS!!!!

Gerrits Broadway Strawberry Rolls – strawberry gummies that can be unrolled….not my favorite!

Oblita Cubanito Wafer Chocolate – tiny wafer cookie roll filled with chocolate cream!  YUMMY!

The whole box!

I love discovering and trying all the snacks and treats from other countries!  A nice selection of salty and sweet!