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It’s Halloween at Bath & Body Works with the 2019 Fall Collection

by Erica Loop

You’re still buying backpacks and crayons for the kiddos, but Bath and Body Works is ready for Halloween! The sweet smelling retailer has a whole new collection for 2019 and it’s absolutely spook-tacular.

So what can you expect from Bath and Body Works this Halloween? The glam goodies include everything from soap to candles. And you won’t want to miss these treats.

Vampire Blood Gentle Foaming Handsoap

This $6.50 soap may look like a vampire's leftovers, but it smells like red berries, jasmine and plum!

 

Sparkly Spider Web Pedestal 3-Wick Candle Holder

The name says it all. This web pedestal ($15.50) is the perfect addition to your Halloween decor.

 

Ghoul Friend 3-Wick Candle

Enjoy the scents of strawberries, peony and citrus in this ghoulishly good design ($24.50).

Candi Corn Bath Fizz

Nothing says Halloween more than candy corn. This scented fizz ($7.95) brings clementine, bergamot, apple blossom, pink pepper and blonde woods to your bath!

Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin Body Cream

With all the Halloween hooplah, let's not forget about the pumpkin everything. Even though Halloween is spooky, there's still time to smell like a PSL with this cinnamon-y cream ($13.50).

 

—Erica Loop

Photos: Bath and Body Works

 

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One Cool Thing: Boxed Wholesale Delivery

by Erin Lem

Chowing down on samples at Costco may be one of your guilty pleasures, but visiting the big box retailer and lugging the goods home with the kids in-tow may not always be in the cards. The next time you’re running low on household essentials, stock up with Boxed, an online retailer that sells items in bulk, shipping it all directly to your doorstep. Read on to find out more about this service that will save you time and money.

What Is Boxed?
Think of Boxed as any other online retailer that ships what you need to your doorstep when you need it. The difference with Boxed is that they sell items in bulk, similar to the big box retailers that have brick and mortar stores. Unlike many of those stores, Boxed doesn’t require a membership so there’s no annual fee to take advantage of their service.

Brands and Goods Boxed Carries
From kid-friendly snacks to beverages to household essentials like toilet paper and Mrs. Meyers dish soap to baby products like Pampers and Plum Organics pouches, Boxed carries it all—and at wholesale prices. With no minimum order, you can buy exactly how much you need when you need it. Below are a few products and prices that caught our eye:

The Boxed website is easily searchable via category from snacks to household essentials to baby and even pets.

Good-to-Know Tips:

Receive free two-day shipping on all orders over $49

They often have weekly or seasonal sales so check their website or app to see what’s trending.

There is no membership fee, though you do need to create an account with your email address before accessing the site.

You can choose up to two free samples with every order.

Shopping for a group or want to invite your partner in to add goods? Group ordering lets you create a shareable list where everyone can add their products, but only you—the creator of the list—has the power to place the actual order.

Boxed has an app for easy shopping on the go.

Online: Boxed.com

—Erin Lem

Featured photo: Pexels; photos in post: Boxed website

* retail price comparisons taken from the Boxed website

 

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Universal Studios Celebrates Lunar New Year with Kung Fu Panda & More

by Shahrzad Warkentin

The Year of the Pig has arrived and now you can celebrate the Lunar New Year at Universal Studios with some spectacular events throughout February.

Universal Studios Hollywood is ringing in the Lunar New Year with a variety of your favorite friends from Kung Fu Panda to Hello Kitty. The park will be decked out in red lanterns and plum blossom Wishing Trees where you can make your own wishes. At Universal Plaza you’ll find plenty of entertainment including cultural performances. You can also get in on the action during the interactive Dragon Warriors kung fu training show, where the Dragon Warrior himself, Po, will make an appearance.

photo: Courtesy of Universal Studios Hollywood

Speaking of appearances, there are many opportunities for some unique meet-and-greets with characters throughout the park. Say hey to everyone’s favorite adorable cat, Hello Kitty, at the Animation Studio Store. You can also meet several of your favorites, including a Mandarin-speaking Megatron from Transformers and Minions dressed in traditional Chinese attire, at Universal Plaza.

Tasty treats to celebrate the Lunar New Year also await you across the park. At Mr. Ping’s Noodle Shop you can sample some Asian dishes while being greeted and entertained by Mr. Ping himself. Try the Secret Ingredient Stir Fry Noodles, Po’s Dumplings, Dragon Warrior Baos or Oogway Egg Rolls.

Various restaurants and food carts will also be serving up special menu items in honor of the celebration for a limited time only. A Teriyaki Turkey Leg or Asian Sausage on a Stick makes a great savory snack or if you want something sweet, try the Green Tea Lychee ICEE, PB&J Dumplings, Green Tea Churro with White Chocolate Dip or Red Bean Cake Ice Cream, among other tasty treats.

—Shahrzad Warkentin

 

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Recall Alert: Peaches Sold at Costco, Walmart, Aldi & More Could Have Listeria

by Karly Wood

On Jan. 24, 2019, the U.S. Food and Drug Adminitration issued a notice that fresh peaches, plums and nectarines have been recalled from Walmart, Costco, Aldi and several other grocers. The cartons of fruit have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections. Representatives from Jac. Vandenburg Inc. of Yonkers, New York (the fruit supplier) did not immediately return Red Tricycle’s request for comment.

The recall includes 1,727 cartons of peaches, 1,207 cartons of nectarines and 365 cartons of plums in 18 states. Here’s what you need to know.

Photo: Valerie Hinojosa via Flickr.

Recall Description: Fresh Peaches, Nectarines & Plums

The current recall affects fresh peaches, nectarines and plums sold at Walmart, Costco, Aldi, Fairway Market, Hannaford and Market Basket stores in Alabama, California, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, West Virginia and Virginia.

For a full list of which items were sold at specific grocers, visit the FDA’s website here.

Why the Fruit Was Recalled

The recall was the result of a routine sampling program by the packing house, which found certain products contained the bacteria, Listeria monocytogenes. Currently, there have been no reports of illnesses in connection with this recall.

How To Tell If Your Peaches, Nectarines or Plums are Recalled

The peaches and nectarines sold as a bulk retail produce item with PLU sticker #4044, 3035, 4378, showing the country of origin of Chile.

The peaches, nectarines and plums sold at ALDI are packaged in a 2-pound bag with the brand Rio Duero, EAN #7804650090281, 7804650090298, 7804650090304.

The nectarines sold at Costco are packaged in a 4-pound plastic clamshell with the brand Rio Duero, EAN#7804650090212.

Visit the FDA’s website for a full list of stores, states and product information.

What Parents Can Do

If you have have purchased fresh peaches, fresh nectarines and fresh plums included in the recall you can return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Jac. Vandenburg Inc. at compliance@jacvandenberg.com with any questions.

––Karly Wood

 

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Here’s Why So Many Parents Are Obsessed With Baby Food Pouches

by Julie Seguss

Feeding a baby new to the solid-food scene? Trying to nourish an on-the-move toddler? If you’re not already hooked on pouches, here are five reasons why you should try them.

Convenience

If you’ve taken on the task of handcrafting your baby’s meals – chopping, steaming and pureeing every veggie and fruit under the sun – you’ll love how easy it is to grab a pouch. Sure, you didn’t make it fresh from your garden-grown organic crop, but there are many organic brands with little to no added ingredients that offer a very healthy supplement. So when you’re short on time or on-the-go, pouches are the best.

At the beginning, you’ll probably need to help your newbie eater get the good stuff out of the pouch. You can either squeeze the puree out onto a spoon, or buy a special spoon attachment that universally fits on the end of the pouch. Try Munchkin Click Lock Food Pouch Spoons (pictured above) that come with covers for the spoons, just in case your baby doesn’t finish it all in one sitting.

Later, your baby will be able to feed himself the pouch making it a generally mess-free (aside from the occasional time your baby decides to squeeze it before placing it in her mouth) and beyond easy snack or meal.

Speed

Before your baby can use a spoon to feed himself, he can hold a pouch and suck all of the goodness out of it all by himself. That’s right, your babe can eat sweet potato puree solo. This is a miracle. Now, while he chows down, you can be pushing the stroller, feeding your older child, making yourself a well-deserved meal, or whatever you need to do. And, most babies slurp these down fast. In a matter of seconds he can have polished off a serving of healthy, organic veggies and all you had to do was pop the top.

Portability

While you need to keep any homemade purees cold on the go, pouches are shelf stable, meaning you can toss them in your diaper bag without a cold pack. That said, once opened, they do need to be refrigerated and consumed within 24 hours.

Nutrition

Pouches can add new foods and nutrients to your baby’s diet. You might not puree beets yourself, or make a mix with kale and chick peas, but you can find these ingredients mixed together in baby food pouches. This means you can serve a greater variety of flavors and produce. Plus, some pouches, like Plum Organics Mighty Veggie and Happy Family’s Love My Veggies (part of the Made to Matter Handpicked by Target line) boast a full serving of vegetables.

DIY Ability

Love making your own baby food and knowing exactly what’s inside? You can make your own pouches too! You can fill these adorable, reusable Squooshi pouches (pictured above)with your own purees or smoothies – get creative with your own healthy and yummy blends featuring your baby’s favorite flavors. Cleaning isn’t as tough as you might think, thanks to a bottom zipper that opens the pouch up wide. While you could use a funnel, pastry bag or steady hand and pouring from a pitcher, to make things easier, a special pouch filling station is offered. Another option is to go with the Infantino Fresh Squeezed Station, which helps you quickly fill BPA-free one-time-use plastic pouches.

What’s your baby’s favorite pouch? Tell us in a Comment.

–Julie Seguss

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Oh, The Places You’ll Go! 5 In-State Spots To See This Summer

by Phebe Wahl

The great state of Georgia is filled with things to do and places to see—including seven of its own natural wonders! From wild horses to wonderful waterfalls, we’ve put together a summer bucket list of spots to take the tots before school starts.

Cumberland Island
Nature reigns on Georgia’s largest barrier island. Known for roaming feral horses, undeveloped beaches and wide marshes—the island once owned by the Carnegie family is rampant with old world charm. Only accessible by boat, the seashore is lined with remains of historic mansions and landmarks, such as the Dungeness and Plum Orchard. Home to at least 23 distinct ecological communities, a maximum of 300 people are allowed on the island at a time. Ferries to the island leave from St. Marys and reservations are highly recommended. There’s a small fee for the ferry and entrance onto the island, but you can camp for cheap at a variety of sites.

Sapelo Island
Georgia’s fourth largest barrier island and, perhaps, the most pristine and historic. It’s believed to have roots that trace some back 4,500 years ago. In Sapelo’s 464-acre Hog Hammock community live roughly 47 descendants of West African slaves, known as (remember that show Gullah Gullah Island?) Gullah, or Geechee, peoples who have retained their African traditions. There are also salt marshes, beach sand dunes and maritime forests on this island, also only accessible by passenger ferry.

Tallulah Falls
The picturesque beauty of Tallulah Gorge State Park is one that leaves most speechless. Regarded as one of the most spectacular canyons in the eastern United States (and another one of Georgia’s seven natural wonders), the gorge stretches nearly two miles and features rocky cliffs up to 1,000 feet high. Through it run a series of six different waterfalls, dropping a total of 490 feet. Perfect for kayakers and hiking enthusiasts, it’s also stroller-friendly. A paved path follows an old railroad bed up the 10-mile trail.

Providence Canyon State Park
Who needs the Grand Canyon when you have Providence Canyon, often called Georgia’s “Little Grand Canyon.” Regarded as one of the state seven natural wonders, it’s actually not entirely natural. The massive gullies were formed as a result of erosion on account of poor farming practices in the 19th century. Still, the awe remains at the beauty of the canyon and the very rare plumleaf azaleas surrounding it. If your little one is a car lover, there’s also an abandoned homestead of a dozen rusty 1950’s cars and trucks park officials have decided to leave as-is.

Broxton Rocks
Once a hidden secret, known only by those in Coffee and Jeff Davis counties, Broxton Rocks is an anomaly of sandstone ledges, caves and 30-foot high cliffs. Nothing like anything you’d ever expect see in Georgia. It’s also home to rare species of plants and animals, such as the indigo snake. Green-fly orchids that normally only grow on trees – they grow on rocks here.  Because it’s such a special place, Broxton Rocks is a guided tour, by appointment only deal – with a few exceptions. During the summer months, June through August, a one-mile trail from the preserve gate to the falls is open to the public.

Where will you go this summer? Tell us in the comments section below! 

—Nicole Williams

Photos courtesy of Carrie P., Beth W., Susumu K. via Yelp, dougandme and Alan Cressler on Creative Commons via Flickr

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10 Locally-Made Gifts for Mother’s Day

by Kelley Gardiner

Make sure Mom knows she’s loved and appreciated with one of the following Mother’s Day gifts made right here in Portland. From a Cathedral Park-inspired ring to a bottle of micro-distilled plum brandy, the following is our curated list of gifts for every type of Portland mama.

PDX Tattoo Mug

Finally, mom can show off a tattoo at the office. Hand-painted in Portland, these mugs show off hometown pride with a little tattooed attitude. Get them online or in the store. Maybe your Portland mom has wears another town’s heart on her sleeve. We undersand. You can request other lettering, too. $30

Budd + Finn
316 NW Broadway
503-444-7158
Online: buddfinn.com

photo: Courtesy of Budd + Finn

Which gift pick is your favorite?

—Kelley Gardiner

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Holiday Foods Baby Can Enjoy (& You Can Try!)

by Gabby Cullen

Dreaming about the baked ham, plum pudding and latkes you might find on the table this year? Pull up a (high) chair for baby and introduce her to the classic dishes you love. From fancy fruit purees to veggie pancakes to sweet potato bites, these recipes are perfect for your newest foodie. Flip through our album for all the festive options.

Persimmon Puree

Get fruit fancy with a persimmon puree. 'Tis the season for this orange orb -- you can find some at your local grocer or farmer’s market. Be sure to taste test first; these guys can be bitter if not fully ripened. Find out how to whip up a batch over at Weelicious.

What holiday flavors will your baby taste this season? Share a favorite recipe in the comments!

— Gabby Cullen

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Where to Get Fit & Connect With Other Moms

by Abby Biernat

Between rearranging your life schedule for baby and taking care your new bundle of joy, fitness often gets kicked down low on your priority list…unless you’ve signed up for Fit4Mom. Started in 2012, this Marin fitness franchise works with moms (and families) who want to keep pre- and post-natal fitness on their fun radar. You can take your baby for a stroller jog, connect with other moms through Our Village and exchange sage advice, or just focus on building your strength and flexibility until it rivals your baby’s leg lifts. With Fit4Mom, working out just became hip, easy and fun again.

We sat down with Karin Collins, mompreneur of the Fit4Mom Marin franchise, to get an insider’s look on how she manages to stay fit all while being a full-time mom.

RT: What neighborhood/borough do you live in?

KC: Terra Linda

RT: What is your favorite “escape hatch” to get some “me” time and recharge?

KC: Years ago, I studied yoga and I try to sneak in a 30-minute session in the mornings before my 2 year old daughter wakes up. I also love to go on long runs or hikes by myself. It helps me clear my mind and I often come up with great ideas.

RT: What does the perfect Bay Area Sunday morning look like?

KC: Almost every Sunday is a perfect Sunday for me because I get to do what I love to do. Morning typically starts with morning snuggle with my family and then I teach a Stroller Strides class, which is a fitness class that moms can do with their Stroller aged children. Sundays is a special class for the whole family and so not only do I get to see my lovely mom’s but I also get to see many of the dad’s. Classes are twice the size and twice the fun! After class we walk over to the Civic Center farmer’s market to eat a yummy lunch and buy fresh fruits and veggies for the week.

RT: What is your latest obsession?

KC: On a recent trip to Sweden visiting my family and friends, I was connected with Sami Pharmacy. They offer a variety of organic super foods such as crowberries and wild blue berries. I am obsessed with their yummy products so much that now I’m going to be distributing their wonderful products here in the US.

RT: What’s your secret to balancing work and family life?

KC: The secret is that I have an amazing job, which allows me to integrate business, family, friends and fun all in one. I can bring my daughter when I teach my classes. She is my little workout buddy. My husband is also very supportive and appreciative of all the hard work I do in the home and for my company. Most importantly, I love what I do and so it really doesn’t feel like work.

RT: What is your proudest parenting moment so far?

KC: It is impossible to only mention one moment. There are so many little moments every day that make me so proud of my daughter. She shows a great deal of empathy towards other people, eats leafy green salads, helps me make lunches for her dad… the list goes on!

Have you checked out Fit4Mom? Follow them on Facebook for updates and Instagram for motivational pics!

Stroller Strides® is a stroller-based fitness program designed for moms with little ones. Each 60-minute, total body workout incorporates power walking, strength, toning, songs and activities. Certified fitness instructors offer a variety of fun class formats both indoors and outdoors. All locations also offer a free Plum Moms Club so moms can form lasting friendships with other moms through organized playdates, moms’ nights out, and activities for the whole family.

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Talking Turkey: Great Local Markets for Your Thanksgiving Feast

by Samantha Lande

Thanksgiving is almost here and your grocery list is getting as big as the Mayflower. Prepare for the big feast at specialty markets across town, and take your kids along for the ride. From a West Loop butcher to a North Shore prepared foodstuffs oasis, here are our favorite places that offer everything for the table and even throw in family entertainment in on the side.

Mariano’s
This is a one-stop shop with heart. For Thanksgiving, you can pre-order fully prepared fresh turkey or ham dinners (they come with fixings like green bean casserole, sweet potatoes and creamed spinach) or pull together your own feast from the aisles of canned and fresh ingredients. There’s usually something going on to entertain kids. Miss Jamie from the Farm — Chicago’s newest kindie music sensation that’s pictured above — does live in-store gigs at several Mariano’s locations and her songs introduce fun, healthy-eating themes; check her website for her performance schedule. Mariano’s also hosts kids’ scavenger hunts and craft activities.

Main Chicago location at:
40 S. Halsted St.
West Loop
312-243-7657

West suburban location at:
678 N. York St.
Elmhurst
630-782-0017
For other locations, go online to marianos.com

Publican Quality Meats
Head to this West Loop powerhouse to order a turkey from Slagel Family Farm, get homemade stock for soup, and peruse the cheese and charcuterie for your pre-Thanksgiving football game. Your kids won’t mind if you dawdle; they can sip hot chocolate or cider and snack on meat sticks and cheese curds. If the shop isn’t too busy employees are happy to take little ones on a tour of the downstairs butcher shop (okay, you can come too) to view the giant meat locker.

825 W. Fulton Market
West Loop
312-445-8977
Online: publicanqualitymeats.com

Plum Market
If you savor from-scratch cooking, Plum Market is a great place to shop for everything, from fruits to vegetables to niche ingredients like duck fat. The cheese counter (shown above) has local and international selections and is not to be missed. Meanwhile, your little co-pilot’s eyes will light up when she sees the stuffed animals, mini chocolate turkeys and autumn-inspired sugar cookies made by Mirabelle Patisserie. Plum also sells kid-safe cooking tools from OXO so your helper can pitch in at home. Too overwhelmed to shop? There’s an in-store concierge that can pull together a fully prepared Thanksgiving meal for you. All you have to do is come pick it up.

1233 N. Wells St.
Old Town
312-229-1400
Online: plummarket.com

The Goddess and Grocer
This local specialty purveyor is known for its awesome selection of prepared foods, starting with its always-popular Thanksgiving spread. À la carte items, like cinnamon roasted butternut squash and Australian beef tenderloin, can top off a feast. If you’re starting from zero, you can buy a whole prepared Thanksgiving dinner that feeds 12 people. Holiday-themed cupcakes and Rice Krispie treats are sure to get scooped up by tiny hands. Look to the full kids’ menu if your peanut pipes in with, “Mommy, I’m hungry” while you are shopping.

1646 N. Damen Ave.
Bucktown
773-342-3200
For additional locations (Gold Coast, River North, Lincoln Park), go online to goddessandgrocer.com

Chicago French Market
There are 32 vendors within this Euro-style oasis and each is a new adventure. Stop at Delightful Pastries for a pie in traditional flavors like apple or pumpkin, or more unique selections like cranberry fudge or bourbon pecan. Cheese and wine haven Pastoral is a must for that perfect holiday pour. And for a limited time, Beavers Donuts is offering giant caramel apples topped with a mini donut. Throughout November there is live music during the Saturday lunch hour, which should delight any squirmy worms in your group.

131 N. Clinton St.
Downtown
312-575-0306
Online: frenchmarketchicago.com

Foodstuffs
This North Shore mini empire stocks artisanal food for every occasion. It goes all-out for Turkey Day with a special menu of pastries (sour cream cinnamon coffee cake apple pie), classic sides (roasted sweet potatoes, sweet onion tart) and entrees (herb-roasted turkey breast, honey spiral sliced ham). Kids love the selection of decorated sweets and are bound to steer you to the snack aisles for old and new favorites.

2106 Central St.
Evanston
847-328-7704
For addition locations (Glenview, Glenview, Lake Forest), go online to foodstuffs.com

Where will you shop for your Thanksgiving feast? Let us know in the Comments section below.

— Samantha Lande

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Photos: Courtesy of Miss Jamie From the Farm, Plum Market, Chicago French Market; cover photo courtesy of Plum Market

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