Here at The Creative Kitchen, we find that “less is more” rings true for a lot of foods and products, especially those we feed to our children. With Dino Bars, less artificial flavors plus less added sugars equals happy parents AND happy tummies! Dino Bars are a unique, plant-based snack that the whole family will love, and not just because of the taste and high-quality ingredients. These fruit leather-like bars are wrapped in edible paper; yes, you read that correctly! Edible paper! How cool (and eco-friendly) is that? Using only all-natural ingredients, Dino Bars are proof that you don’t need to sacrifice quality for taste!

by Rebecca Skriloff, 2023

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I love these fruit bars! It’s like paper made out of fruit – so cool!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

It’s always a struggle to find snacks that will satisfy my kids’ sweet tooth but isn’t loaded with sugar and other artificial ingredients. Dino Bars are great because my kids love the taste, texture, and the fun edible paper, and I love the ingredients. They only use all-natural ingredients, consisting of mostly organic fruit! I also love that these bars get my kids some extra fiber and antioxidants.

Flavorful Features:

Dino Bars come in three yummy flavors:

• Mango
• Blueberry
• Strawberry

The Icing on the Cake:

It doesn’t get much better than this – no artificial flavors or preservatives, no added sugars, and only all-natural ingredients make up these gluten-free, mess-free, organic fruit bars. Dino Bars will instantly become a favorite among the whole family.

Time to Eat?!

We love Dino Bars as an after-school snack, but anytime is a great time for these nutritious but super yummy bars!

Good to Go?

Dino Bars are perfect for an on-the-go snack! These individually wrapped bars make a great addition to lunchboxes and backpacks, and the edible paper makes for no sticky fingers!

Mix it Up!

Stick your favorite Dino Bar in the freezer for a fun, frozen treat on a hot day!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Whoa! The Whoa Dough Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars are a perfect sweet treat to make anyone smile. Made with only the highest quality ingredients, this vegan treat is a great snack guaranteed to satisfy any craving. The Creative Kitchen appreciates the taste of this low sugar, protein, fiber-filled, on-the-go cookie dough bar.

by Katie Auerbach, 2023

From the Mouth of a Kid:

So soft and yummy! I really love the chocolatey taste.

From the Eyes of a Parent:

This is the perfect snack for not only the kids but also the entire family. Packed with 3g of fiber and 4g of protein the Whoa Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough is a fulfilling and delicious snack. The sweet taste without the mountains of sugar really makes this product a must add to the grocery list every time.

Flavorful Features:

Whoa Cookie Dough Bars also come in these delicious and fun flavors:

• Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip
• Sprinkle Sugar Cookie
• Brownie Batter
• Peanut Butter
• Sugar Cookie

The Icing on the Cake:

A convenient snack, with packaging that allows for a 12-month shelf life, this treat doesn’t require refrigeration or preparation. Easily grab and go from the cupboard and enjoy the kosher, vegan, chocolatey goodness.

Mix it Up!

In the mood for a baked good? In 10 minutes or less you can have one. Simply roll these up into bite-sized balls and pop them in the oven at 350 F for 3-5 minutes. In goes the Whoa Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough and out comes a warm comforting cookie. Enjoy!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

At The Creative Kitchen, we love nothing more than a food that is delicious, convenient, versatile and most importantly, good for your entire family! Vapza 7 Grains is already cooked and can be used in a wide variety of dishes, which makes it perfect for families who are looking to get a boost of nutrients from more meals throughout the week. This medley of nutrient-dense grains is thoughtfully grown in Brazil, steam cooked, and vacuum sealed in BPA-free plastic bag. This blend contains whole grain rice, red rice, white quinoa, black quinoa, red quinoa, flaxseed, and chia seeds. Vapza created this product with the busy, health-conscious parent in mind. Flaxseed and chia seeds can lower blood sugar levels and risk of heart disease. They’re both superfoods, and provide fiber, iron, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids (which are linked to even more health benefits such as improving eye health and risk factors for heart disease, fighting inflammation, and more!).

From the Mouth of a Kid:

“Burrito bowls are my favorite and we used this instead of rice. It was really yummy!”

From the Eyes of a Parent:

“Vapza 7 Grains appeases my rice-loving children with the whole grain and red rice while the other grains like quinoa, flaxseed, and chia provide protein, healthy omega-3s, and fiber. Squeezing those nutrients in can be tough, but products like this make it so much easier. Also, the fact that it’s ready-to-eat makes dinner time less stressful!”

Flavorful Features:

Vazpa has a variety of steam cooked options for your next meal!

• Pinto Beans
• Black Beans
• Quinoa Mix
• Brown Rice

The Icing on the Cake:

Rice and quinoa can be easily under cooked or overcooked, but Vapza 7 Grains takes out the guess work! Because this product is already steam cooked, it can be used in pinch without the worry. Substitute Vapza 7 Grains for rice in a quick stir fry or your favorite burrito bowl. And, Vapza 7 Grains is not only organic, but also vegan and kosher.

Time to Eat?!

Vazpa 7 Grains is the perfect addition to lunch or dinner!

Mix it Up!

Vapza 7 Grains can be served hot or cold. Try tossing this 7 grains mix on a salad instead of croutons. It’s a great way to sneak in extra plant protein and healthy omegas!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

When it comes to finding dairy-free yogurts, a lot of brands leave us wanting something better–until now. The Creative Kitchen recently discovered AYO Brand almond yogurt and we couldn’t be more excited! This strawberry almond yogurt gives the perfect blend of subtle toasted almond sweetness, a slight tanginess, and that creamy texture often lacking with other dairy-free options. AYO almond yogurt is so good, it will definitely pass the taste test of your little yogurt connoisseur.

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I could eat this yogurt every day!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

It’s so hard to find a yogurt that is dairy-free and tastes good. AYO yogurt doesn’t sacrifice taste just because it’s made from a dairy alternative. In fact, the light toasted almond flavor adds to goodness. Also, AYO almond strawberry yogurt has less sugar compared to other options out there which is always a bonus!

Flavorful Features:

AYO almond yogurts come in four delicious flavor options:

• Strawberry
• Blueberry
• Peach
• Vanilla

The Icing on the Cake:

AYO almond yogurts are not only dairy-free, but also vegan and gluten-free. You can feel great about your choice with AYO brand yogurts because they are the first almond yogurt to have almonds sourced from their organic family farm. Plus, this yogurt has the added benefit of fiber from the almonds!

Time to Eat?!

Anytime! Eat this AYO almond yogurt with breakfast, lunch, snack, dinner, or dessert!

Mix it Up!

Make a delicious strawberry-banana smoothie with AYO almond yogurt. Combine fresh strawberries, one half of a frozen banana, and one container of AYO strawberry almond yogurt in your favorite blender for a sweet treat any time of the day!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

It can be tricky to find snacks that are easy to throw in a lunchbox or backpack at the last minute that will not only keep your kids happy, but deliver some delicious nutrition at the same time. Thankfully, there’s brands like Crispy Green that know how to do both! Their freeze-dried Tangerine Slices are the perfect grab-and-go snack that will satisfy those of any age with a sweet tooth or those who, deep down, really just want some chips. This portable fruit makes it so easy to have a healthful snack when you’re on the go. And, tangerine is perfect for orange Halloween! We love their minimal ingredients and perfect portion sizes, as well as Crispy Green’s passion for inspiring others to live healthy, happy lives through eating high-quality, natural, and delicious food! 

From the Mouth of a Kid:

It’s so crazy that this fruit is crunchy! I love it! 

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Who would have thought my kids would be begging me daily for fruit? They just love Crispy Green’s Tangerine Slices, and so do I! Since each bag is individually portioned, they’re perfect to add to their lunchboxes, or backpacks for an after-school snack. They have a 36-month shelf life so I keep a bunch in our car and pantry for emergencies when the kids get “hangry.” I especially love that there’s no added sugar, because each of my kids have a massive sweet tooth. And, it has nearly all of the nutritional value of fresh fruit kept intact. Finally, a snack I can feel great about giving to them!

Flavorful Features:

Here are the other freeze-dried fruits you can get from Crispy Green:

• Apple
• Strawberry
• Banana
• Mango
• Pear
• Pineapple
• Cantaloupe

The Icing on the Cake:

Crispy Green Tangerine Slices are non-GMO, gluten-free, dairy-free, kosher, vegan, peanut-free and tree nut-free. Each serving provides 95% of the nutritional value of fresh fruit!

Time to Eat?!

We love this as an after-school or after-work snack for a yummy boost of nutrition to hold us over until dinnertime, but they’re great as an addition to lunchtime, or even after dinner if you don’t want a dessert that’s full of sugar or artificial ingredients.

Good to Go?

These individually-packaged snacks are perfectly portioned! Not too much, not too little! Add them to lunchboxes, backpacks, or your purse for whenever you want a yummy treat.

Mix it Up!

Add some Crispy Green Tangerine Slices to your favorite high-fiber cereal for some extra sweetness and texture!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Is it tricky to get your kids to eat fruit? Or maybe they love fruit so much you can’t keep enough in the house? BEAR Nibbles Apple Yoyos are fruit rolls made with 100% fruit and vegetables, and nothing else! So whether you’re looking for a different way to get your kids to eat fruit, or just want to add some more into their diet, this is the snack for you! We love the concept of portable fruit! BEAR was founded with the mission to create products with 100% natural ingredients to cut down on the amount of processed foods we consume. We love that their products are packed with fiber and yummy fruits and vegetables! Each one of their products comes with an educational collectible card! This is snacking you can feel good about.

From the Mouth of a Kid:

This fruit tastes like candy and I like to collect the cards!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

We just love BEAR Nibbles Apple Yoyos! Originally, I wanted to find a new way to give my kids more fruit, rather than all the processed snacks they love and always ask for. Now though, they ask for Yoyos constantly, which is great because they’re made with minimal ingredients, and are packed with fiber. They’re also great to send to school with my kids since they are vegan and gluten-free, so they can share with their friends who have different dietary restrictions. I love that this is a feel-good sweet treat that the kids think is fun!

Flavorful Features:

BEAR Nibbles Yoyos come in these other delicious flavors:

• Strawberry
• Mango
• Raspberry
• Super Sour Mango & Apple
• Super Sour Strawberry & Apple

The Icing on the Cake:

There’s only three (that’s right, three!) ingredients in BEAR Nibbles Apple Yoyos: apple, pear, and a little bit of spirulina. No added sugars or other artificial ingredients. Yoyos provide a full cup of fruit in each pack, and have the same naturals sugars as an apple. They’re also non-GMO, gluten-free, and vegan.

Time to Eat?!

BEAR Nibbles Apple Yoyos are a great treat or fruit alternative. They’re a great addition to lunch, or a yummy after-school snack!

Good to Go?

These are individually wrapped so they’re great to throw in a purse, lunchbox, or backpack for a delicious snack anytime you want it!

Mix it Up!

Use scissors to cut the BEAR Yoyos strip into small pieces, and add it to some homemade trail mix for a sweet, chewy bite of yum!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Raise your hand if you’re looking for a nutrient-dense, better-for-you, on-the-go snack that both you and your kids will love. We’re always looking to up our snack game, and today we are super excited to share with you Honey Bear Bites from Kodiak Cakes! These travel-sized packs of Graham crackers boast 5 grams of protein and only 7 grams of sugar…not to mention fun bear shapes that are perfect for your little ones’ hands. They have a delicious balance of sweetness and are a cross between a Graham cracker and a vanilla wafer with a bit of crunch. We’re sure that Honey Bear Bites will become a family favorite in no time!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

Yummy! They taste like vanilla cookies!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Wow. I mean, who knew this snack would be such a big hit in my house? Kodiak Cakes Honey Bear Bites are a one of a kind snack. They’re packed with protein, low in sugar, and come in perfectly portioned snack packs that I can throw in my kids’ lunchboxes or my purse for an  emergency car snack. I love that the protein and clean ingredients help keep my kids full and give them a bit of energy, too. My kids love the fun bear shapes and the fact that they think they’re getting away with eating vanilla cookies…even I love the taste too! Bear Bites are an all-around awesome snack that I now always keep in my pantry!

Flavorful Features:

Kodiak Cakes Bear Bites travel packs come in two other delicious flavors:

• Chocolate
• Cinnamon

The Icing on the Cake:

Kodiak Cakes Honey Bear Bites offer 100% whole grains and come in a handy travel-sized pouch that will no doubt make a very popular addition to any kid’s lunchbox or backpack. They’re also made with non-GMO ingredients.

Time to Eat?!

An excellent snack to pack on a family hike or trip to the park, Kodiak Cakes Bear Bites will provide your kids the nourishment they need to keep going all day!

Good to Go?

Kodiak Cakes Honey Bear Bites were made for on-the-go snacking! These 1.06 ounce travel packs are appropriately proportioned for your little chefs’ tummies. Great to add to lunchboxes, backpacks, and purses for a yummy snack on the go.

Mix it Up!

Mix up your baking routine by using any flavor of Bear Bites in your favorite pie crust recipe that calls for Graham crackers!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Here at The Creative Kitchen, we love when we find ways to make mealtime easier for mom and dad, while still providing nutrients and delicious taste! That’s why we love Perdue Chicken Plus Chicken Breast and Vegetable Tenders! They will quickly become a staple for you and your family; they’re easy to store and prepare, and are a versatile addition to your freezer. Made with all-natural ingredients, these chicken breast and vegetable tenders are a good source of protein and fiber, and they even have 1/4 cup of vegetables per serving! Your kids won’t know the difference, but you will! 

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I love this chicken! It’s yummy!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

There are a lot of things I love about Perdue’s Chicken Plus Chicken Breast and Vegetable Tenders, but my favorite part is that there’s a 1/4 cup of cauliflower and chickpea in every serving! My kids think these are so tasty, and they’re so easy to prepare, not to mention the protein and fiber they provide as well. The shape is perfect for little kids’ hands – all around this is a family favorite!

Flavorful Features:

Perdue offers two other shapes of their Chicken Plus line: Dino Nuggets and Patties!

The Icing on the Cake:

Perdue Chicken Plus Chicken Breast and Vegetable Tenders are made with 100% natural ingredients and no antibiotics. The three different shapes offer some fun variety for your meals!

Time to Eat?!

These chicken breast and vegetable tenders are a great option for busy evenings when you don’t have a lot of time to prepare dinner. Pop these in the oven and voilà! A nutritious meal ready in minutes with almost no prep required!

Mix it Up!

Once cooked, chop up these chicken breast and vegetable tenders and add them to a stir fry or salad. Even a great addition to a sandwich for the lunchbox!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Calling all pasta lovers: there’s a new pasta on the scene and it’s changing the dinner game big time! It’s time to talk about Veggiecraft Farms and their mouth-watering vegetable-based pastas. Using just three simple ingredients – cauliflower, peas, and lentils – Veggiecraft Farms has created nutritional pastas that are high in fiber and protein, packed full of vitamins, and low in sodium and carbohydrates. Needless to say, these natural, vegetable-based pastas will make for a filling, well-balanced dinner that the entire family is sure to enjoy!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I love the spaghetti the most! The noodles are fun to eat!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

I absolutely LOVE Veggiecraft Farms because the pastas are packed full of so many nutrients and it tastes just like regular pasta. I never thought I’d see the day when my kids begged for cauliflower, lentils, and peas for dinner, but they can’t get enough of the Veggiecraft Farms spaghetti! They’re great for families with food allergies because they’re gluten-free and dairy-free. On top of that, the Veggiecraft Farms website has some great pasta recipes that don’t take long at all to prepare, and the high protein from the vegetables means full stomachs and happy faces in our household!

Flavorful Features:

Veggiecraft Farms makes both spaghetti and penne pasta shapes. You can purchase them separately in packs of four or get the variety pack, which includes two boxes of penne and two boxes of spaghetti. Check out their website for some delicious pasta recipes, including Cauliflower Pesto and Sundried Tomato Pasta.

The Icing on the Cake:

In addition to being non-GMO, these high protein pastas are vegan and kosher. The cauliflower is a great source of Vitamin C, vitamin K, and omega-3s, while the lentils give you sustained energy. Additionally, the peas are rich in antioxidants and full of vitamins which aid in eye health.

Time to Eat?!

Veggiecraft Farms pasta is full of protein and doesn’t take long to prepare, which makes it the perfect meal for family dinners. Any extras can always be refrigerated and eaten for lunch the next day!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Here at The Creative Kitchen, we know how important it is to find sweet treats without added sugars, which is why we’re loving BEAR Nibbles Real Fruit Yoyos. These dried fruit rolls are made with 100% fruit – no additives or artificial flavors! And yet, they still manage to be super sweet to please a kid’s taste buds and sweet tooth. Best yet, each packet comes with an Around-the-World postcard of a different country, which make for a fun and educational kids’ collectible item.

The Creative Kitchen is excited to share samples of BEAR Nibbles Yoyos at our Whole Foods cooking classes the weeks of July 22nd and September 9th. Visit our calendar to find a class!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

BEAR Yoyos are so yummy and sweet. And every time I eat them I get another postcard!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

My kids always ask for BEAR Nibbles as their snack because they love the taste, but also because they have a blast collecting the Around-the-World cards. It’s a win-win for me, because the snacks are essentially fruit in rolled form so they’re super healthy, and they also start educational conversations about other countries and cultures. They’re so easy to throw into lunchboxes and my purse!

Flavorful Features:

BEAR Nibbles Yoyos come in four fruity flavors:

• Mango
• Raspberry
• Apple
• Strawberry

The Icing on the Cake:

Since BEAR Nibbles Yoyos are simply made of fruit, they’re certified vegan, gluten-free, and verified non-GMO!

Time to Eat?!

These dried fruit rolls can be a perfect addition to lunchboxes for a boost of fiber at lunchtime.

Good to Go?

BEAR Nibbles Yoyos are individually wrapped, so they are easy to throw into your purse or a backpack for a fruit treat on the go!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.