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Banana Samba with CHIA feature on WBZ Radio’s “Connoisseur’s Corner” w/ Jordan Rich
Banana Samba Expands
Matt regularly appears with Jordan Rich on “Connoisseur’s Corner” which airs on WBZ (http://boston.cbslocal.com) weekdays at 11:55 AM.
The following is a “script” for one of Matt’s forthcoming segments:
Banana Samba
The Olympics may be over, but we can all still enjoy the fresh flavors of Rio thanks to our friends at Banana Samba.
I know I have spoken about this all-natural, energy-packed snack before, but it bears repeating not only because it is so good and so easy to eat (no corn syrup and no peeling required), but that the line has expanded by 50% with the introduction of a new variety that adds super-nutritious chia to the gluten-free, vegan-friendly mix.
Whether you want the unadulterated baked banana snack, one gently coated with 100% pure cane sugar (and NO corn syrup) or the new chia-packed variety, the treats come in packs of six, each of which is individually wrapped in Olympic gold foil, making it a great to-go snack for lunchboxes, backpacks, gym bags, cars, or anywhere else you may want something yummy that is also super good for you.
So if you didn’t get it the first time, these things are great and are available all over, including Foodie’s, SEABRA, Wilson Farms, Amazon.com, or at www.bananasamba.com
Vegging Out – Newton woman makes healthy food fun! (Originally published 7/13)
As any parent knows, encouraging children to eat what is good for them can be a challenge. As any good guest knows, so can choosing an appropriate house gift for friends and relatives.
Fortunately, there is now help for both, thanks to Newton entrepreneur Lauren Brooks, creator of Crudite Creations (www.cruditecreations.com).
It’s Only Rock and Roll, but I LOVE It! – Updated Hard Rock Cafe is easier to love than ever! (Originally published 12/14)
Time was when the Hard Rock Café was a place to drop in to get a bite of musical nostalgia washed down with a pricey burger and a drink.
While the nostalgia is still a high point, the food and beverage are gaining fast!
A Sweet Combination – Chestnut Hill Square helps you feel nice AND naughty (Originally published 8/14)
If the traffic that has intensified since Chestnut Hill Square opened has not worn you out, a day of shopping at the trendy new center certainly will! From Anthropologie and Athleta to Francesca’s and Sail Loft (and, of course, Wegman’s), the Square offers a variety of places to pick up everything from gowns to groceries, as well as a bank and Beth Israel-affiliated medical center. It is truly a one-stop shop for the non-stop shopper.
Fortunately, the Square also offers a variety of popular refueling stations. In addition to Starbucks and the afore-reviewed Brio (see last issue), there is a new pair of “sweet“-ly named eateries each of which makes for a visit-worthy stop and both of which make for a perfect combo of healthy and rewarding. Continue reading