Food Review: Starbucks Double Shot Energy Vanilla

*DISCLAIMER: this is just my opinion. no paid writing here.
Ooh the Vanilla double shot energy is good. I think it doesn't compare to the mocha though; even though it's super delicious. At first you don't taste the vanilla. I shouldn't have these because anything high in caffeine makes my stomach churn, but I still drink these because they are so good. I'm getting calcium, vitamin C and B6 with this drink; despite the sugar and carb content. I feel the carb to protein content is ok; could add more protein to make up for the sugar and carbs. But overall it's not bad, but it's not completely healthy for you. Definitely not an everyday thing.

info: 1 can. Calories 210, Fat 2.5, Sat Fat 1.5, Cholesterol 15, Sodium 180, Potassium 1,010, Carbs 34, Sugars 25, Protein 10
Health Rating: 3/5
Taste Rating: 4.2/5
Overall Rating: 3.6/5

Food Review: Carnation Breakfast Essentials Rich Milk Chocolate

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This tastes like a thicker, chalkier chocolate milk. It's not bad by any means personally, because I'm used to the protein additives but it's definitely thicker than chocolate milk. I am a little concerned for the carb amount, because 41 for a small 8 oz bottle seems excessive. I mean I guess it's good for a breakfast alternative if you either wake up late like I normally do; or isn't in the mood to cook breakfast or have a bowl of cereal or something. I would definitely get this again for sure, because the taste I was dreading because being an alternative to breakfast it might have not tasted good. The taste isn't as harsh as a lot of protein shakes so that's a plus.

Info: 1 bottle : 240 Calories, 4 Fat, 10, Cholesterol, 150 Sodium, 580 Potassium, 41 Carbs, 15 Sugars, 10 Protein
Health Rating: 3.2/5
Taste Rating: 4.5/5
Overall Rating: 3.85/5

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Foreign Goodies 2

Tao Kae Noi (Crispy Seaweed)- Tom Yum Goong Flavour 

Seaweed, that's what it is. Flavored seaweed. Not bad though. Has a better texture than cooked/wet seaweed that's for sure. Healthier than most other chips and snacks with a lower carb setting. I will definitely get this again. After a while it has a very slight kick; not a hot/spicy kick but definitely flavored kick.

Per bag: calories 240, fat 20, sodium 190, carbs 6, protein 4

Taste Rating: 4.5/5
Health Rating: 4.5/5
Overall Rating: 4.5/5

Nestle Kit Kat Bitter Sweet Chocolate Mini

It's not bad. Definitely expected it to be a little more bitter. It's more of a dark chocolate flavor than anything. Will get this one from time to time! Japan does make quality stuff though. Will be exploring the other flavors Japanese Kit Kats have to offer.
Per piece: Calories 64, Carbs 6.3, Protein 0.67, Sugar 3.8, Salt 0.2-0.7, fat 4.1
Taste Rating: 5/5
Health Rating: 3.1/5
Overall Rating: 4.05/5

Peach Gummy Candy 

When I opened the bad it tasted a lot like a peach. Tasted ok for a peach flavored gummy. I would get it again, but not often. It's sweet enough to satisfy tastebuds who are craving sweets. For 6 pieces 90 calories aren't the worst thing, but the carbs are a little much.
Per 6 pieces : Calories 90, Fat 0, Sodium 10, Carbs 22, Sugars 16, Protein 1
Taste Rating: 3.8/5
Health Rating: 2.7/5
Overall Rating: 3.25/5

Toblerone Crunchy Salted Almond

Toblerones are not bad at all. Definitely rich in milk chocolate. Thick pieces as well. I could actually taste the almond more than the salt in the almond. This bar has a ratio of 60% milk chocolate 40% almond taste. So it's somewhat even in my opinion. I would recommend Toblerones. And plus Swiss chocolate is better than American for sure.
Per 4 pieces: Calories 180, Fat 10, Sodium 50, Carbs 20, Sugar 18, Protein 2

Taste Rating: 4.7/5
Health Rating: 2.5/5
Overall Rating: 3.6/5

Food Review: Sweet Smiles Select Dark Chocolate Pistachio Bar

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It's more of a larger fancy Hershey's Special Dark Chocolate bar. I think there should be more pistachio flavor/taste; because I cannot seem to taste the pistachio. The Dark Chocolate overcrowds the little pistachio taste there is/was. It's not bad, but for a buck and 25 /50 cents per packet I'd expect a little bit more from this brand. Now the third piece had a little more pistachio; but not much more. Maybe the center of the bar would contain the pistachios. Overall it was a disappointment on the nut end. It's not bad; but I expected more. But what can you say for 1.50 candy bar? It's larger than a typical Hershey's bar for a similar price.



Info: 3 servings of 3 pieces: Calories 160, Fat 9, Sodium 0, Carbs 18, Sugars 14, Protein 2
Health Rating: 2/5
Taste Rating: 4.3/5 (would give 5 if more pistachios)
Overall Rating: 3.15/5

Food Review: Daelmans Stroopwafels (Chocolate Caramel)

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These little cookie-like waffles are best enjoyed from the Netherlands and Belgium. At the first bite, I knew it was a little bit thicker than a normal cookie or waffle. With the caramel in between the layers of the dough. To me I enjoy them. I'm open to eat foreign cuisine; and I'm honestly glad the US imported these sweets. The Dutch are notorious for the sweets and cheeses. Being 8 percent Dutch and German though, it seems when I take a bite, I envision myself in Europe eating freshly made stroop wafels. Stroop meaning molasses in Dutch, and of course wafels meaning waffles it's no wonder people love them so much.



Info: 2 Waffles  Calories 300, Fat 12, Sodium 180, Carb 46, Sugars 28, Protein 2
Health Rating: 1.5/5
Taste Rating: 5/5
Overall Rating: 3.25/5