Water – The Creative Kitchen

Product Review: La Croix Cúrate

TCK — Mon, 12 Aug 2019 06:00:23 +0000

The Creative Kitchen is super excited about the newest sparkling water craze: La Croix Cúrate! La Croix’s latest stroke of genius has brought us Cúrate, a line of combination flavors that take delicious to a whole new level. Like all of their products, La Croix Cúrate flavors are 100% natural and free of sugar, sodium, and calories. However, they come in unique, tall 12oz cans and boast stronger flavors than traditional La Croix. This flavorful sparkling beverage is a great soda substitute with flavors the whole family will enjoy!

The Creative Kitchen is happy to have La Croix as our Official Sponsor of the LA Kids Food Festival on August 17th + 18th. Learn more about the delicious weekend of fun here!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I love the flavor and the bubbles! It’s like soda!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

I’m a huge fan of La Croix Cúrate because it has the stronger flavors that I love while still being perfectly healthful. It’s all-natural and contains no sugars or artificial additives…and it’s zero calories! My kids love the interesting flavors, they each have a favorite. They’re big soda fans, so I like to offer this in regularly to cut down on their sugar intake. I always keep this stocked in the fridge because I know what a crowd-pleaser it is!

Flavorful Features:

La Croix Cúrate comes in six combo flavors:

Melón Pomelo (Cantaloupe Pink Grapefruit)
Kiwi Sandía (Kiwi Watermelon)
Muré Pepino (Blackberry Cucumber)
Piña Fraise (Pineapple Strawberry)
Pomme Bayá (Apple Berry)
Cerise Limón (Cherry Lime)

The Icing on the Cake:

The bold, fun flavors and refreshing taste of La Croix Cúrate are what make this beverage so popular!

Time to Eat?!

La Croix Cúrate is a great choice for any time you need to cool off, but want something a little more “fun” than water!

Good to Go?

La Croix Cúrate cans are taller and skinnier than traditional La Croix cans, so they’re easy to fit in a purse or snack bag! Single serving-sized cans make on-the-go consumption seamless.

Mix it Up!

Add a splash of juice and a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a “mocktail float” dessert!

www.lacroixwater.com

www.facebook.com/LaCroix

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.

Product Review: LaCroix Sparkling Water

TCK — Mon, 13 May 2019 17:46:13 +0000

In the mood for a refreshing drink but without added sweeteners? Swap out that sugary soda with LaCroix Sparkling Water! It has no artificial sweeteners, sugar, sodium, or phosphoric acid, and only natural flavors. LaCroix follows strict standards that ensure the high quality of their products. They locally source water and filter it using processes that remove the impurities and additives so you can rest assured your family is hydrating in a healthful fashion. We are thrilled to have LaCroix as our Official Sponsor of the 2019 NYC Kids Food Festival on May 11 + 12. Visit the KFF website to learn more!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I like this bubbly water! It’s yummy!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

LaCroix sparkling water is a great alternative to sugary soda, and my kids just love how many flavors they can choose from! There’s no sugar, sodium, or artificial flavors, and it’s such a refreshing treat on a warm day! I always have this on hand for when my kids want something other than water. We love LaCroix!

Flavorful Features:

LaCroix comes in 14 original flavors:

Pure
Lime
Lemon
Orange
Berry
Cran-Raspberry
Pamplemousse (grapefruit)
Peach-Pear
Coconut
Apricot
Passionfruit
Mango
Tangerine
Key Lime

The Icing on the Cake:

LaCroix sparkling water has no added sweeteners, sodium, or artificial flavors. LaCroix also uses locally-sourced water and removes all additives and impurities!

Time to Eat?!

LaCroix is great all times of the day, especially as a refreshing addition to lunch or dinner!

Mix it Up!

Mix your sparkling water with 2 splashed of juice for a delicious and fun mocktail!

www.lacroixwater.com

www.facebook.com/LaCroix

#JoyBauer

#KidsFoodFestival

#LaCroix

#GoodForYourFamily

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.

Product Review: Harmless Harvest

TCK — Wed, 27 Sep 2017 21:19:07 +0000

Hydrate your family with Harmless Harvest Coconut Water AND get their bellies filled with good bugs via the new Harmless Coconut Probiotics. Your body AND your conscience will feel great with Harmless Harvest beverages! Not only do the products taste delicious – they also boast a zero-waste ingredient model!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

It’s so cool that this water tastes like coconut and is PINK!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Harmless Harvest Coconut Water makes THE perfect drink to have stocked in the fridge for my whole family to enjoy! My husband and I really enjoy the refreshing coconut water overall – and my kids enjoy the flavored beverage as a juice or soft drink alternative. We also use it as an after-sport (or being sick) electrolyte-filled hydrator! And, the new Harmless Coconut Probiotics are a delicious and helpful way to start our days, keeping our systems balanced and our guts healthy!

Flavorful Features:

Harmless Harvest products include:

Harmless Harvest Coconut Water
Harmless Coconut Probiotics (flavors include: Original; Strawberries, Blueberries, & Acai; Mangos & Acerolas)
Harmless Coconut Water Coffee

The Icing on the Cake:

Not only do Harmless Harvest products taste absolutely outstanding, but the company’s business model deserves a round of applause, too! Harmless Harvest produces the first-ever organic coconut water that is Fair for Life Certified, with an environmentally sustainable model with fair wages, healthcare, and well-being insurance for every farmer and employee!

Time to Eat?!

Hydrating and delicious anytime of the day or evening!

Good to Go?

Resealable bottles make the individual servings easy to take on the go!

Mix it Up!

Use the Harmless Coconut Probiotics in place of milk in your favorite smoothie recipe!

http://www.harmlessharvest.com/

https://www.facebook.com/harmlessharvest/

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.

Product Review: Essentia

TCK — Tue, 24 Feb 2015 10:30:48 +0000

Essentia is an essential at The Creative Kitchen! The smooth and clean taste of Essentia Hydration Perfected Water is refreshing and ultra hydrating. Your family will take drinking water to a new level with Essentia because it provides their bodies with electrolytes for proper hydration and energy for their busy and active days. Find Essentia at the Kids Food Festival this weekend, February 28^th + March 1^st!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

This water makes my body feel good!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Essentia provides my children with electrolytes that support good health for their growing and active bodies. When I give my family Essentia, I know my family is drinking truly “perfected” water!

The Icing on the Cake:

Essentia Hydration Perfect Water contains an alkaline pH of 9.5. Their bottles are made from polyethylene terephthalate (PET), a safe and recyclable plastic.

Time to Eat?!

Drink Essentia any time of day! It’s great to have while active and on the go, or with lunch and dinner!

Good to Go?

With its portable bottle, you can bring Essentia anywhere.

Mix it Up!

Make ice cubes out of Essentia’s water to add electrolytes to your other favorite drinks!

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.

Zak! Infusers

TCK — Thu, 08 Aug 2013 08:00:19 +0000

With Zak! Fruit Infusers the whole family will want to stay hydrated with flavorful water this summer, so now you can give the kids the fruity drinks they crave without all the sugar and artificial ingredients! The Zak! Fruit Infuser can be filled with fresh strawberries, blueberries, cucumbers, lemons, or your family’s favorite fruits or vegetables. The infuser is designed to fit into any of the Planet Zak water bottles with interchangeable tops. So pack some of your child’s favorite fruit into the water infuser and send them off to play with great tasting water they will actually want to drink!

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.

Agua…H20…Water!

TCK — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 18:20:32 +0000

Did you know that children are supposed to drink 1.5 to 2 liters of water per day?

As adults, we know that drinking water is important for a clear complexion, digestion, weight loss, etc. But, many of us don’t even consider the fact that our toddlers need water for the very same reasons. Just because children have smaller bodies, does not mean that they should drink less water than an adult.

Children should drink an average of 64 ounces of water per day. Although our tots may prefer a can of soda or a carton of juice, the sugary beverages do not take the place of water.

Why kids need water

A child’s body is made up of 70% water. Especially in the summer months, their bodies need constant replenishment of H2O to regulate their body temperature. As they run, jump, and swim, their bodies are sweating out Water also plays an essential role in helping the body eliminate waste, as well as cushioning our spinal cord and joints.

Kids are much more likely to suffer from dehydration. When a child’s body looses 2% of its fluids the body’s performance decreases by 20%. If a child looses 3% body fluids, they are at severe risk for heat stroke, according to researchers at FreeDrinkingWater.com.

How to get kids to drink more water

1. Eliminate other beverages from your fridge. By removing sugary options from your fridge, your child will be more willing to grab what he sees first. Keep a full pitcher of water in the fridge at all times. Adding slices of fruit such as oranges, strawberries or even cucumbers give the water a hint of flavor and makes it look much more appealing.

2. Chart it! Make a tally chart to keep track of how many glasses of water each family member drinks per day. Reward your kids if they drink all 8 glasses of water per day, for one week. Maybe a movie night with a movie of their choice, or a new water bottle might be appropriate?

3. Lead by example. As the parent you need to show your child that drinking water is good for you. Carry a water bottle with you (and your child) at all times and be sure to refill it often. If your child sees you drinking a soda, of course she is going to want one too. So be the role model.

What creative ways do you use to get your child to drink water?

The content of this post is courtesy of the Kids Food Festival, LLC. The Kids Food Festival is dedicated to educating families about making balanced food choices through fun and flavorful activities. Learn more at www.KidsFoodFestival.com.