Food Notes

What Do You Think About Artificial Sweeteners in Your Foods {Poll}

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There is so much controversy about use of "artificial sweeteners" in foods. What do YOU think - take the poll below and let us know how sweet you are on sweeteners

I personally use Splenda, but it's use is limited to coffee which I have 3x a week; and probably a few flavored water, iced teas maybe twice a week - I ABHOR the taste of Stevia in these drinks (so far)!

September Reviews in Review

One month is out, and another one is in. Here's a recap of what was happening on Iateapie.net - what stood out and what didn't.

My Favorites - 5 Star Reviews
• Lean Cuisine Veggie Cuisine Indian-Style Masala
• Jamba Peach Blackberry Smash Fruit Sorbet Bar
• Amy's Light & Lean Soft Taco Fiesta
• Popcorners Popped Corn Chips (Kettle)

Vegetable Showdown - Which Do You Dislike the Most {Poll}

Let's hear from you veggie loving and hating folks in the poll below - Which Do You Dislike the Most - Cauliflower, Okra or Brussel Sprouts? Or do you like them - or dislike them - all. Personally, OKRA is my choice. I just can't stomach it.

This is just the first of our vegetable show downs - if there is one you particularly dislike, share in the comments so it can be included in another poll.
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What Do You Think About Faux Meat {Poll}

How do you feel about "faux meat" i.e. plant based products that are processed to resemble (either in look or texture) real meat? I'm not a fan of most of the products I've come across. A look in the "faux meat review archives" shows only a few stand-out products - Boca Bratwurst Sausage, Boca Meatless Ground Burger, Yves Meatless Lemon Herb Veggie Chicken Skewers, Veggie Patch Chik'n Cutlets and Stonewall's Spicy Chicken Style Jerquee - just to name a few.

But let's hear from you in the poll - and if you've found any brands you love, please share in the comments below.

Are You a (Hot) Tea Lover {Poll}

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I cannot imagine that there are people out there who don't love tea ... hot tea. I cannot imagine that somewhere out in the wide wonderful world, the pleasure of sipping a hot cuppa is not known, but someone told me that this might be so - the horror!!! So I had to put this question out there - Are You a (Hot) Tea Lover? If so, let your voice be heard - if not, then please, still speak, but then make sure to go out and get some Celestial Seasonings Original Indian Spice TeaHouse Chai, or Celestial Seasonings Sugar Cookie Sleigh Ride Tea. I take my tea with just a little sugar - no milk or cream. How do you like yours?