Ice Pups

Tasty pet treats for the dog days of summer

You can love Ice Pups because the dry mix is well-designed—inexpensive to ship and easy to store, it makes either frozen treats or warm broth—or you can love it because of how convenient it makes whipping up all-natural treats for your dogs. Lucy and Charlie Postins started The Honest Kitchen ten years ago, after looking for healthier food for their pets. They follow a simple …

Cassava Chips

Three new chip brands tap yuca root to make a healthier tasty snack

Easy to grow and cook, the starchy root cassava (aka tapioca or yuca) is something like the potato of several warmer climates. But the veggie has more fiber and potassium than its spud counterpart, making a healthier and increasingly popular alternative in several foods, including in these new chip brands we came across recently at the Fancy Food Show. One of the firsts to bring …

Sir Kensington Ketchup

A wholesome alternative to everyone's favorite french fry condiment

A healthful mix of tomatoes, agave nectar, apple cider vinegar and other natural ingredients puts Sir Kensington Ketchup on the map somewhere between June Taylor‘s ultra-artisinal ketchup and the fridge staple from Heinz. The Classic version of their “gourmet scooping” ketchup contains less sugar, sodium and calories than Heinz, making it an ideal alternative for the ubiquitous condiment. But both the Classic and Spiced flavors …