I want to thank you guys for your support in my dramatic heartfelt post yesterday. Squishy hugs for all of you.

In honor of the big game approaching in a few weeks, I’ve planned this product review + GIVEAWAY to coincide perfectly.

About 2 months ago (woops!) I got a GLORIOUS bundle from the precious Katherine @ Buffalo Nickel Wingers.

She told me, and I read on their website, that Buffalo Wingers are an all natural, potato snack that is a chip substitute of sorts.

She sent three flavors for me to try, which is great because, I am a recovering CHIP-o-HOLIC. I can go to town on potato chips, (and I have) but when I started counting calories, my regular trek to the vending machine was eliminated, as were my crunchy chips.

Buffalo Wingers are shaped like little chicken wings (legs? ) and come in a variety of flavors along the “heat index”. Here are my thoughts on the ones I tried.

First, I cracked open the No Bull Barbecue (heat level 1). Have you ever tried barbecue potato chips? They make me think of summertime, and I love them. These knocked those out of the park. Their shape made them VERY crunchy, they’re totally NON greasy (unlike their potato chip counter parts) and their flavor, totally awesome. Sweet and smoky, just how I like it.

Next was the Nacho Chilichanga (heat level 3), which, honest-to-goodness tasted like a cross between chili-cheese corn chips and nacho cheeze corn chips, but with all the crunch of potato. These were my favorite!! Doritos can bite me! These, were really good, a nice amount of flavor per piece, and of course, much less guilt.

Last (yes, I tried them in heat order because I was scared) was the Fiery Buffalo Bleu (heat level 5). These were my least favorite, but they still satisfied a snacky craving. The reason they weren’t my favorite was because there wasn’t as MUCH flavor as in the other, less spicy ones, probably so they wouldn’t over power, but I like my chips well doused in powdery-flavored goodness. So, good, but not my top pick.

Overall, I give these bad boys a solid 4 out of 5 stars.

If you’re mindful of calories, and are looking for chips that don’t pack such a caloric wallop, these could be your answer…

Don’t get me wrong. They aren’t “health food”, and they aren’t a staple in my diet. But I like chips, (I’m mourning the end of my chili chimichanga ones, and I CANNOT FIND THEM ANYWHERE!!!) But I definitely prefer to eat something that is natural to crap.

Maybe that’s just me.

So, if you want a brimming Super Bowl Stuffed Snack Pack, here is the deal:

You may have up to 3 entries for this giveaway. (US residents only, this time, kids.)

EACH ENTRY MUST BE MADE IN A SEPARATE COMMENT IF YOU WANT MULTIPLE CHANCES:

Method 1 (Required): Leave a comment telling me your favorite flavor of CHIP!! <3 <3 <3

Method 2 (optional): Tweet about my contest including a mention of me (@kelsnotchels) and wingers (@BNWingers) + link to this page and LEAVE A SEPARATE COMMENT HERE once you’re done.

Sample: I want those wingers! @KelsNotChels is giving away a snack prize pack packed with @BNWingers! http://bit.ly/5pukEr

Method 3 (optional): Bloggers: link to this giveaway on your blog and LEAVE A SEPARATE COMMENT HERE once you’re done.

Entries will close on Tuesday 1/26/10 at 9:00 CST

**For more information regarding my review/giveaway policies, check my review page. I was sent a supply of Buffalo Nickel Wingers assorted snacks, free of charge, to sample and review…as always, my opinion is NOT for sale.**

One of my bloggie besties, Nicci told me about these awesome crackers when we met for our blogger lunch/shopping trip, and I’m really excited that I was able to review them myself!

George from Dr. Kracker sent me a ton of items to try, including crisp flatbreats, culinary crisps, and snackers.

Review:

Dr. Kracker has beautiful packaging, which includes great graphics, and close up/clear shots of their chock-full-of-goodness crispies. The first item I tried was the Cherry Semolina Culinary Crisps and right away, I knew I was totally in love.

A snack lover already, I’ve eaten tons of chips, cookies, and crackers. These items are usually so stuffed with salt and sugar that my tastebuds don’t have any reason search for complex flavors or textures.

At first bite, I was taken aback by the lack of obvious salty or sugary coatings. That isn’t to say I missed it, mind you, because these boogers are REALLY tasty. I’m so excited that companies exist that are creating rich, complex, and flavorful snacks that are natural and bold in just the right ways.

I think my favorite Culinary Crisp was the Fire Roasted, because WOW. Brimming with black sesame seeds, sundried tomato, sweet potato, roasted peppers, and even a touch of cheese, these guys had my tex-mex-lovin-heart aflutter.

The flat bread was surprisingly good too. The pumpkin seed cheddar is my favorite. My husband said it best.

Wow… these taste like… well… exactly what it says it should taste like. Pumpkin seed and cheddar…Isn’t THAT a novel idea!?

Sure, the krackers were sent to me to try, free of charge, but I think you guys know me well enough to know that if I didn’t like them… I’d say so. These are great, and I’m really glad to have them in my healthy snack arsenal.

**Want to win a box containing 3 great products in 3 great flavors? Read on!!**

I won’t bog down this review with information about how these are 100% organic, or how they’re made in my own back yard (Dallas), or even that they’re made with 100% whole grain, are great sources of protein and fiber, and free of trans fats.

Just know that they are.

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Dr. Kracker Giveaway!

This contest is open to US residents only!

You may have up to 3 entries for this giveaway.

EACH ENTRY MUST BE MADE IN A SEPARATE COMMENT IF YOU WANT MULTIPLE CHANCES:

Method 1 (Required): Leave a comment telling me about a healthy snack you love… especially one that replaced a junkfood snack!

Method 2 (optional): Tweet about my contest including a link to this page and LEAVE A SEPARATE COMMENT HERE once you’re done.

Method 3 (optional): Bloggers: link to this giveaway on your blog and LEAVE A SEPARATE COMMENT HERE once you’re done.

Entries will be accepted through midnight on December 12th. The winner will be announced sometime on December 13th!

Deadline extended! Winner to be drawn Monday afternoon, 12/14/09!

The winner will receive a box of 3 Dr. Kracker items to enjoy!

• 1 box of Apple Crisps Culinary Crisps
• 1 box of Seeded Spelt Snackers
• 1 box of Sunflower Cheddar Flatbread Crisps

Good luck!

*For more information on products that I’ve reviewed or my review policies check out my review page and as always, my opinions are not for sale. Free products don’t always equal positive reviews, and I will always disclose in my post if items were given for free.