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.

If you’re tired of your regular, tried-and-true favorite snacks and need some inspiration (or rather, snackspiration), you’ve come to the right place! We’re always on the hunt for delicious AND nutritious snacks that give our body the fuel it needs, while still tasting super yummy. Why sacrifice flavor for nutrition when you can have both? Farmer’s Pantry Honey Butter Cornbread Crisps give you the goodness of cornbread in the form of a crisp, with 10 grams of whole grains per serving! Their products are baked (not fried), and made from REAL ingredients that are grown on American farms. Eat them right out of the bag, use them to scoop up your favorite dip, or crumble them up to add some crunch and flavor to your favorite recipe!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

They’re like crunchy cornbread cookies!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

We have a number of snacks and products that I reach for again and again, and always have stocked in my pantry. Farmer’s Pantry Honey Butter Cornrbead Crisps are quickly becoming one of those snacks! My kids LOVE my cornbread recipe (I practically make it once a week), so when I found these at the store, I knew I had to give them a try. They’re just a fun way to get that rich cornbread taste we love so much, but in a different form. I like that they have whole grains and minimal sugar, and I love using these crisps in other recipes of mine, such as pie crusts and breaded chicken!

Flavorful Features:

Farmer’s Pantry Cornbread Crisps come in other yummy flavors!

• Original
• Barbecue
• Jalapeño

The Icing on the Cake:

These crisps are baked (not fried), low in sugar, and provide 10 grams of whole grains per serving to give your kids the nutrients they need to keep going throughout the day!

Time to Eat?!

When is it not a good time to bust out these Honey Butter Cornbread Crisps? Have them for a snack with your favorite salsa or dip, or at dinner with soup or salad instead of croutons!

Good to Go?

Farmer’s Pantry sells 2-ounce Bite Size bags of all of their Cornbread Crisp flavors, a perfect size to bring with you on the go for emergency snacking!

Mix it Up!

Try using Farmer’s Pantry Honey Butter Cornbread Crisps in your next pie crust instead of 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.

If you’re looking to mix up your selection of nutritious grains, grab a bag of sorghum! This naturally gluten-free grain is similar to rice or quinoa, and is rich in antioxidants. It’s also packed full of other nutrients such as protein, iron, Vitamin B6, and magnesium. Sorghum is a very versatile grain with a simple flavor profile, making it a no-brainer for parents looking for ways to simplify mealtime and satisfy different palates at home. It can be used for any meal of the day; in pancakes at breakfast, in salads or soups at lunch and dinner, and you can even pop it like popcorn!

Join us at our Whole Foods cooking classes the week of September 23rd where we’ll incorporate sorghum into our recipes! Visit our calendar for more information on our classes.

From the Mouth of a Kid:

It’s fluffy and kinda tastes like rice!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Sorghum has become a household staple for us! I love the nutrients it provides: one serving has almost half the recommended daily intake of protein and iron, and it’s a good source of minerals like magnesium, calcium and potassium. It’s filling and everyone in the family loves it. And, it’s so easy to make! I’ve used it as a substitute for other grains in some of my usual recipes, too.

The Icing on the Cake:

There are a number of reasons why we love sorghum, but we love its versatility the most: you can pop it like popcorn, use sorghum flour to make your favorite baked goods, or cook it like rice to add to salads, soups, and other dishes.

Time to Eat?!

Sorghum can be incorporated into any meal – breakfast, lunch, snack time, dinner, or dessert! 

Mix it Up!

If you’re looking for more creative ways to add sorghum to your diet, add it to a soup or stew to turn a broth into a hearty and nutrient-filled meal.

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.

The Creative Kitchen is always on the lookout for filling and healthful on-the-go snacks, which is why we love Zee Zees Cinnamon Crisp Soft Baked Bars!  These nutrition bars are made with whole grains and pack a sweet punch of cinnamon flavor with only nine grams of sugar. Zee Zees bars are also nut free, which makes them the perfect addition to a school lunch or after-school snack! The flaky oats and crispy cinnamon crunch will make this treat a new family favorite! 

From the Mouth of a Kid:

Zee Zees are yummy and chewy! I like that they taste like cinnamon!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

I love that Zee Zees Cinnamon Crisp Soft Baked Bars are made with whole grains and oats, and they’re low in sodium and sugar.  Zee Zees bars are nut free so I’m able to send my kids to school with them, and they love picking out which of the delicious flavors they want that day.

Flavorful Features:

Zee Zees Soft Baked Bars come in seven tasty flavors:

• Cinnamon Crisp
• Berry Apple Crisp
• Birthday Cake
• Campfire S’mores
• Cocoa Cherry
• Oatmeal Cocoa Chip
• Strawberry Crisp

The Icing on the Cake:

Zee Zees bars come in single-serving containers and are non-perishable, so they’re easy to keep handy in a purse or in the car to be eaten at any time!

Time to Eat?!

Zee Zees Soft Baked Bars are a very versatile snack: add to breakfast for a boost of whole grains, throw in a lunchbox for a snack at school, or have as an afternoon treat when you’re on the go! The options are endless!

Good to Go?

These individually wrapped bars are perfect to have in your purse for emergency snacks on the go, or to add to lunchboxes and backpacks!

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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.

Finding snacks that can be enjoyed by everyone can be difficult with allergies and flavor preferences, so when we found Enjoy Life Breakfast Ovals we had to spread the word! These soft-baked whole grain snacks are free from the 14 most common allergies and are also gluten-free! They come in four varieties, so there is sure to be a flavor that everyone will enjoy. With whole grain oats as the first ingredient, Breakfast Fruit and Oat Ovals provide important vitamins and minerals as well as fiber keeping you energized and fuller for longer.

From the Mouth of a Kid:

It tastes like a cookie, and I get to eat it for breakfast. My mom is the best!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Finding a way to get my kids to eat a nutritious breakfast is a monotonous task, especially when they are begging for sugary cereal every morning. They put their nose up at a bowl of oatmeal or whole wheat toast, but when these breakfast ovals entered the kitchen they became a hit! The kids gobble them up because its tastes like a cookie, and I am happy to know they have clean and wholesome ingredients, a good amount of fiber, and 20 grams of whole grains. They not only are great for breakfast but also for an easy after-school snack.

Flavorful Features:

Enjoy Life Breakfast fruit and oat Ovals come in four delectable flavors:

• Berry medley
• Maple fig
• Apple cinnamon
• Chocolate chip banana

The Icing on the Cake:

All Enjoy Life products are gluten-free and free from 14 common allergies so almost everyone can enjoy these tasty treats.

Time to Eat?!

Munch on these Breakfast Ovals for a quick breakfast or an afternoon-snack.

Good to Go?

These are the perfect size to fit in mom’s purse or your kids’ lunchboxes.

Mix it Up!

Skip the granola and use the Breakfast Fruit and Oat Oval as a mix-in for yogurt!

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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.

What’s sweet, crunchy, and the perfect portable snack? Organic crunchy rice rollers, that’s what. This snack puts a fun and sweet twist on the classic rice cake as a handheld treat perfect for an on-the-go snack. With only six ingredients and three grams of sugar, these rollers are a simple and wholesome snack perfect to throw into your kids’ lunchbox. All Crunchy Rollers products are vegan, gluten-free, certified organic, and non-GMO, making mom feel good about giving them out for a quick snack.

From the Mouth of a Kid:

It tastes like my favorite cereal, so sweet!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

My kids never stop moving so sometimes it’s hard to get them to sit still for snack time. This is when Crunchy Rollers comes in handy! These rice snacks fit perfectly in my little ones’ hand, making it easy for them to munch as they go. The kids enjoy the taste and I feel good knowing they are getting whole grains and eating something with simple and clean ingredients. These snack rollers pacify the kids’ sweet tooth, but are low in sugar, making it a win-win for both mom and kid.

Flavorful Features:

Crunchy rollers come in six different varieties:

• Strawberry
• Mixed berry
• Caramel sea salt
• Apple cinnamon
• Banana maple
• Original brown rice

The Icing on the Cake:

The main ingredient in Crunchy Rollers is organic whole grain brown rice, and with only three grams of sugar this is a guilt-free snack perfect for when you or your kid are craving a sweet treat.

Time to Eat?!

Not enough time for breakfast? Crunchy Rollers are the perfect on-the-go option for the trip to school.

Good to Go?

This two pack of rollers is the perfect size to throw in your purse or kids’ backpack.

Mix it Up!

Dip in chocolate hazelnut spread and roll in dehydrated strawberries to satisfy that chocolate-covered strawberry sweet tooth.

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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.

If your mornings are anything like ours, you’ll be excited to hear about our newest secret that helps you make breakfast a part of busy mornings. The Creative Kitchen loves Pure Growth Organic’s Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Biscuit Bites because they’re the perfect breakfast when your morning doesn’t go as planned. Pure Growth Organic was created with the belief that organic snacking should be more delicious and more affordable. And with no artificial flavors or colors and no high fructose corn syrup, you can feel good about choosing this product for your hungry kids!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

Mommy and daddy let me have cookies for breakfast! 

From the Eyes of a Parent:

These are a lifesaver for those crazy mornings or after school pickups! I can just grab a bag for my kids to eat in the car and feel good because they’re getting 20 grams of whole grains and 3 grams of protein, all from one serving.

Flavorful Features:

Pure Growth Organic Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Biscuit Bites have no artificial flavors, no artificial colors, and no high fructose corn syrup. Plus, they’re baked in the US! They also come in a delicious strawberry flavor.

The Icing on the Cake:

These are so good, don’t be surprised if you find yourself stealing a few bags for your purse or desk drawer. A family that snacks together stays together, right?

Time to Eat?!

While these breakfast bites are perfect for busy mornings, they can double as a quick and easy after-school snack. Grab a bag on the way to practice to eat in the car when you’re in a rush!

Good to Go?

Throw these individually wrapped packs into a lunchbox or purse for an emergency on-the-go snack.

Mix it Up!

Try dipping your Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Biscuit Bites in yogurt for added flavor, texture, and fiber in the morning.

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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.

The Creative Kitchen is ‘freaking out’ about Freekeh by Freekehlicious™! Freekeh is an ancient grain, its 100% natural and contains no preservatives, additives or pesticides. Freekeh by Freekehlicious is made by roasting young green wheat, harvested while still young. The process captures and retains the grains at the state of peak taste and nutrition. Its high in fiber, protein and low in carbohydrates.  Freekeh by Freekehlicious™ is a great for family dinners as a substitute for other whole grains like brown rice, quinoa, farro and bulgar.

We’re so excited to include Freekeh by Freekehlicious™ in our Whole Foods Goody Bags at our Kids Summer Cooking Series!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

It’s really yummy. I love it in my burritos for dinner.

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Freekeh by Freekehlicious™ is a great alternative to rice and pasta.  I can add it to my stir fry or toss it with some meatballs.  I love that my family is getting more fiber and protein than they would from other whole grains. Freekehlicious™ is so versatile we can find ways to serve it with any meal.

Flavorful Features:

Freekehlicious™ carries their tasty Freekeh in two different products including:
– Cracked Freekeh
– Whole Grain Freekeh

The Icing on the Cake:

Freekeh by Freekehlicious™ is high in protein, fiber and calcium. Plus, it contains probiotics ensuring the growth of healthy bacteria in the body and has a low glycemic index.

Time to Eat?!

Freekeh by Freekehlicious™ is easily adaptable for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Mix it Up!

The Creative Kitchen cooked up Freekeh by Freekehlicious™ to serve at our Kids Summer Cooking Camps!  It was a great addition to our Pattern Parfaits! You can also boil it and toss it with berries and maple syrup for a sweet satisfying morning breakfast.

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.

Van’s believes nutritious is delicious, and we agree! Their chewy baked Snack Bars are not only delicious and packed full of long-lasting energy from whole grains, they’re also gluten-free making them the perfect match for your gluten intolerant kids. Van’s snack bars are made with wholesome ingredients in small, minimally processed batches ensuring that they’re always made to the highest quality standards. These bars are great for lunchboxes or a quick snack and enough to fill the most peckish of tummies!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

The peanut butter and chocolate bar was as yummy as any candy bar! I was so excited mom let me eat it as an after school snack! 

From the Eyes of a Parent:

These bars are so great as they can be pulled straight out of my handbag for an afternoon snack, plus I know that they won’t upset the stomach of my gluten-intolerant child. It can be so hard to find gluten-free snacks that are yummy and full of high quality ingredients, but Van’s have ticked all the boxes!

Flavorful Features:

Van’s Snack Bars come in 5 great gluten free flavors: 

• Chocolate Chip
• Cranberry Almond
• Peanut Butter Chocolate
• Blueberry & Peanut Butter
• Strawberry & Peanut Butter

The Icing on the Cake:

These snack bars are full of gluten-free whole grains for lots of energy and fiber for healthy digestion and satisfied stomachs.

 

Time to Eat?!

Snack time! These bars are a great afternoon snack that will keep you satisfied until dinnertime. 
 

Good to Go?

Yes! Van’s Snack Bars are perfect for on-the-go snacking.
 

Mix it Up!

Crumble up the snack bars for a yummy topping on yogurt and frozen treats! 

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.