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Cassoulet of Duck Confit

Cassoulet of Duck Confit - 1 x 30 ozIt tastes OK, I ordered a jar last spring and it seemed to tasted fresher, have less bones in it and more beans. I think it may have been a different brand or either i got a bum jar. Its not worth $40, if you can get it for $20 or under then its a good buy

Lindt Excellence A Touch of Sea Salt Dark Chocolate Bar, 3.5-Ounce Packages (Pack of 12)

Lindt Excellence A Touch of Sea Salt Dark Chocolate Bar, 3.5-Ounce PackagesOMG!!! This has to be the best chocolate bar that I have ever come across in my taste tests of different kinds of chocolate. The flavor is just so wonderful, its like an orgasim in your mouth lol The flavors meld so well together, with nothing over powering each other. Your taste buds will crave more and more. Buy this product and you will not be let down one bit. This chocolate melts in your mouth, it is so smooth and the chocolate is so delectable. I am a big fan of sea salt, so to have that in delicious chocolate, its just perfect.

EDIT: I have become a vegan, and it makes me sad that this contains milk. I have tried other dark chocolates with sea salt that dont contain milk but they are nothing compared to this bar. This has to have been the best that I have ever had. I will miss this bar:(

This chocolate is so wonderful. The touch of Sea Salt simply accents the dark chocolate. Also pairs so nice with a good Red wine, the two together, Yum!!

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For an Old Salt like me who has tasted his share of fine chocolates and trouffles over the years it was a nice surprise to come across the "A Touch Of Salt" Lindt chocolate bar. The dark chocolate has just the right amount of salt to stimulate the taste buds without going overboard. Great, great flavor that will make you wanting for more, so be careful! I'm buying a 12-pack to give out to clients! Highly recommended!

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To the whiners complaining this has artificial ingredients: Did you read the label before buying it?

The salt:chocolate ratio is great and you get that slight crunch from the salt crystals in each bite. It's absolutely AMAZING and as another reviewer states pairs fantastic with red wine.

Don't give a product a bad review because you don't like the ingredients or this chocolate isn't "good enough" for you because of the amount of sugar. You're not Ruth freaking Reichl -get over yourselves. And I'm pretty sure even she would think this is delicious.

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I really liked this dark chocolate combination with the Fleur de Sel. If you like sweet & salty you will like this bar. It does contain 19g sugar per serving (4 squares)...so eat in moderation. I would suggest that people check their local grocery stores for it. Mine had it for $2 a bar. So I will not be buying this online.

Vinturi Spirit Aerator

Vinturi Spirit AeratorEnjoyed upon receiving. Not a night and day difference, but using with scotch seemed to provide a smoother finish and reduce the "burn" quality (i drink it neat.) HOWEVER, after about 5 uses, pressing the button to release the scotch through the aerator no longer worked! I pressed it several times, to no avail then held it in place to see if it would eventually free itself, also to no avail... poured the scotch into my glass out of the top, so that i could then shake and smack the aerator and the stopper eventually freed itself. But the stopper which appears to be magnetic has not worked well since, and i would inevitably have to smack it a couple of times prior to pouring to get it to work (since you can't smack it while there's anything in the glass.) Anyways, I call the manufacturer for a replacement and I have to pay to ship it to them. They pay return shipping for replacement fair enough but i'm still paying extra for dealing with the hassle. Hopefully the next one will not have this issue, as this seems to be the first mention of this problem. I will update if the next one has this issue.

Take note manufacturers, if YOUR product has a fault and it has inconvenienced a customer for a legitimate reason, consider paying for their shipping to soften the hassle of an exchange.

I had my skepticism, I start with that because if you like what you already drink what could an aerator do to it? Well it does enough for me to keep this little tool out and nearby my good alcohol. I did the old side-by-side non aerated to aerated single shot taste test. For the really cheap clear alcohol all I can say it does is make it have less of a burn while drinking and actually smooths out the after taste to a nice fade off. As for higher end, scotch in my case, I tried a 12 year single malt & a 17 year old single malt. Starting with the 17 year old scotch, this stuff is smooth and great to begin with, the side-by-side test concluded with the aerated scotch being much more floral/aromatic, the after taste was MUCH more enjoyable as it seemed to melt into a buttery feeling and just faded off into bliss.

The 12 year old scotch, it's good on the rocks and a splash of water. With the aerator it turned a 12 year old scotch into a very close 15/16 year old scotch. All the little notes of flavor came to live, I won't way it is perfect but a cheaper bottle of scotch in my cabinet just payed for this little aerator. All the harshness and lingering after taste of the 12 year old scotch, just melted away. Again not on the same level as the 17 year old but pretty darn close. I can put the max of 2 full jiggers, or more :), and know that what comes out will be a nice drink all around.

For the $$, I'd suggest you give this a shot (or 2) if you like to enjoy a fine liquor. I know I will defiantly be keeping this at close hand when making my drink, or drinks for others. I'm very tempted to by a few for some good friends and family to spread the enjoyment. The stopper and release button are NOT mechanical! An ingenious and fool proof design of two opposing magnets creates the opening effect while the weight of the magnet closed the stopper. Truly is machine washable and pretty durable.

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I own all the Vinturi Aerators. The red and white wine aerators are amazing, but this one is frustrating, especially in front of company. Why? The button. The workings fail almost every time I go to use it, as the button sticks. I clean and rinse it every time I use it, but I end up having to shake it and force fluid through it trying to get it unstuck. Fatal flaw costed it three stars.

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Spirits I've tried with the Vinturi Spirit Aerator: Bowmore Legend, Glenlivet 22 yr, Johnny Walker Blue, Deleon Reposado, Don Julio 1942, Hanger One, Remy Martin XO, Patron Silver, Patron Anejo, Lagavulin 16 yr, Burichladdich 12 yr, Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey, Leopold Bros Rye, Silver Tree, Maker's 46, and Bulleit Rye. Basically, I've tried it with scotch, whiskey, bourbon, vodka, tequila, and cognac. Every single one of these was smoother and had more intricacies after using the Vinturi than without. Now that I am spoiled by what the Vinturi does, I get mad at myself when I am too lazy to grab and use it. The reason I am not giving it five stars is due to the button/plug on the device sticking (the button is pressed to release the plug, allowing the spirit to be aerated). Every once in a while, even after cleaning it after each use, the plug does not open when I press the button. Once the spirit is poured into the Vinturi and the plug does not open, there's nothing left to do than pour the spirit into the glass without aerating it and then pound the Vinturi against my palm to get the plug to unstick. It seems like a common problem and it is quite annoying. However, the Vinturi works well enough to overlook the infrequent annoyance.

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I must admit I was a bit skeptical about this product and the promise that it will actually enhance the spirits that flow through it. After now using it for a few weeks I can testify the product really does work. Side-by-side tests confirm. My bourbons poured through this product have more "nose" and I can clearly pick up on nuances that otherwise would not come through. If you are a serious bourbon drinker, this product is a must.

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Holiday Party Cheese and Sausage Assortment Gift Box

Holiday Party Cheese and Sausage Assortment Gift BoxI asked my brother, who is a chef, how he felt about the quality of the product he received and if he could recommend it to anyone. His comments were that quality was excellent and he would enjoy having it again in the future as a gift. He looked at the idea of buying something similar from Hickory Farm in the Mall where he lives since Mother's Day caught him and me by surprise since it arrived a week early this year and he came to the conclusion that this product was far better product than anything he could find in the Mall. I had thought Hickory Farm would work since he would have physical access to viewing any items from them and his comment was that Wisconsinmade, this company whose product I am reviewing, did a far better job in quality and produce. I think that says it. For those who see only volume and not quality, stay with the grocery store, it will give you lots of volume if that is your criteria. I will note that I bought a couple of these products from this company and I have copied the same review to each so that people will know that this company has excellent quality. Quality cheese and quality sausage is expensive and this company makes it well.

This is an okay gift box, only if you like mediocre cheese and summer sausage. The items are small, smaller than they appear in the picture. I only paid $30, but I would not purchase it again. On the positive side, the mustard samples that come with it make the items edible.

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We had a minor issue with the packaging of our order but the company made it right VERY quickly. I am very impressed with their customer service! Thanks for a great experience! :)

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Recipient input was that the saugage was good but was not crazy about the cheese. Could just be the recipient's preference.

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I gave two of these at Christmas. Both arrived to their destination on time, great packaging, nice presentation and while I myself didn't get to try any of the food items, both parties said they were wonderful.

Lucini Sicilian Olives with wild capers Sauce 25.5oz

Lucini Sicilian Olives with wild capers Sauce 25.5ozThis is a wonderful, rich sauce. You can taste the capers and olives. Nothing like the supermarket sauces. Price seems high but you can serve 4 as a side.

Norfolk Manor Wine Gums Juicy Chewy Candies, 8.8-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12)

Norfolk Manor Wine Gums Juicy Chewy Candies, 8.8-Ounce BoxesI too was only familiar with Maynards wine gums before buying these and was a bit wary of trying a potentially inferior wine gum. These wine gums taste great and come in a bunch of individual boxes that you can open up gradually to keep them fresh.

I enjoyed these wine gums, but I prefer the Maynards brand. The Norfolk Manor wine gums taste more like fruit-snacks both in their consistency (more soft and less chewy than Maynards) and in terms of their taste (flavor is more fruity and less winey, compared to Maynards).

I will stick with Maynards.

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The texture of these wine gums is okay, chewy like good wine gums ought to be. Unfortunately, the flavor of these wine gums really fall short. While the box claims "natural and artificial flavors," all I could taste was the artificial flavorings, and weak ones at that! At one point all the flavors seem to taste the same just sweet but bland.

While these are cheap, you do get just what you pay for. I'd say go for the Gustaf's wine gums instead, or just go ahead and splurge on Maynard's or Bassett's.

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I USE TO THINK MAYNARDS WINE GUMS WERE THE BEST; BUT I MUST SAY THESE ARE BETTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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I just had a few hours at London Heathrow and bought wine gums which had the same packaging, or so I thought. They were delicious!!! Rich in flavor, to die for! So when I saw these on Amazon, I figured they were the same. WRONG! They all taste the same, just sweet with no flavor at all. The colors look dull, match the (poor) taste. I won't eat them. They are not worth the calories.

Bummer!!!!

Dave's Gourmet Pasta Sauce, 25.5 Ounce

Dave's Gourmet Pasta Sauce, Wild Mushroom, 25.5 OunceThis is my new favorite pasta sauce. I got a sample at Costco one day and decided to buy some.

It's veggie and not oily at all. Very fresh tasting. Very full flavored so that you can eat it very plain. I love it best with the 5 cheese tortellini that they were giving out as samples. Just great!

Dave's Gourmet is known for its punchy hot sauces, but its pasta sauces are underrated... especially this one. Made in San Francisco from butternut squash harvested in Oregon's Willamette Valley, it's at once savory and sweet. It has such a filling flavor that even Parmesan cheese is beside the point. It's a great topping for gnocchi,pasta,etc. It's a wonderfully autumnal sauce. Bon appetit!

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If you are looking for a change of pace from regular tomato based sauce, you will be pleasantly surprised. I purchased this at Costco, I am not sure of any other stores that sell this. It is amazing. Very fresh tasting. A little, but not too, sweet. I cannot recommend it highly enough, especially for a gluten free offering.

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I have never written a review before...that's how much I LOVE LOVE LOVE this sauce! I have never liked red tomato sauces of any kind and I've tried many. I usually make a white alfredo sauce for my pasta which is not exactly low fat and not the best choice for my slim down program. I was excited to find and try this sauce because I really like the taste of butternut squash. I didn't tell my husband what is was before he ate it because he's not a vegetable kind of guy and hesitates to try anything new. After I knew he liked it I told him. This is a great way to eat healthy (only 4 grams of fat per serving) and sooooooo tasty with just the right amount of sweetnesss. Amazon also has the best price on this sauce. Don't hesitate to try it...you won't be sorry. It's really a treat for me when I find a new food product I like. It's even more of a treat to find out it has good quality ingredients so it's good for us too!

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I purchased this on a whim after eating a butternut squash pasta dish at a very nice restaurant. I am VERY leery of canned/jarred pasta sauce and almost always prefer to just make my own from scratch. However, this sauce is just divine! It has a very robust taste and is pleasantly sweet. I paired it with cheese ravioli and it was just perfect. I think that it would be great with just about any pasta. It is a pleasant change from a tomato based sauce and is very satisfying. I highly recommend!

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