Thursday, August 13, 2009

Wanchai Ferry Frozen Meals / Yoplait Yogurt Whips

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Please email financefoodie [at] gmail [dot] com with your mailing address and prize choice (Yoplait or Wanchai giftpack) so I can send your prize!*

*In case of the same request from both winners, the one who emails me first with their contact info will claim that prize, the other winner will receive the alternative prize pack. You have three days (72 hours) to contact me before you forfeit your prize to an alternate winner. 
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As many of you know, I love testing new foods and am a huge sucker for cool food products at the grocery store. So I was pretty pumped when the folks at MyBlogSpark offered to sponsor my breakfast and lunch for the day with a few new products that were being introduced to the market. Although this was a detour in my (somewhat futile attempt at) learning to cook, I was excited to see what was in store for me!

For breakfast, I was sent a gift pack with two cups of Yoplait Whips (Yoplait’s new line of fluffy whipped yogurt), a travel cooler, Popsicle molds (?), and a set of 12 color-changing spoons. I was a bit confused on why I received the Popsicle molds but then realized I could freeze the Yoplait Whips in the molds to make a yogurt crème pop! Although I thought the Whips were way too sweet for breakfast, I could see myself enjoying these cups (or pops) as a yummy and healthy snack on a hot summer day.


For lunch, I was sent the new line of Wanchai Ferry frozen entrees, along with two bamboo placemats, silver chopsticks, and Asian rice bowls for my “Stay at Home” meal for two. Each of the Wanchai frozen entrée has all the ingredients needed to prepare a complete Chinese meal for 2 in only 14 minutes. I chose the Shrimp Lo Mein flavor, which was pretty tasty for a frozen meal.


So readers, this brings me to the GIVEAWAY portion on the story. MyBlogSpark has generously agreed to give one Yoplait giftpack and one Wanchai Ferry giftpack (both pictured above) to a random reader who answers this question in my comments.


“What cool product have you recently discovered at the supermarket/corner store?”

I will pick my TWO winners using a random integer generator in one week (Aug. 19th).

Comments will close at 5:00pm EST. Winner will be announced later in the evening.

89 comments:

Will J said...

A pre-packaged sack of assorted fruits -- three granny smith apples, three golden delicious apples, and three oranges. I hate picking out fruits and trying to put them in cellophane bags which are impossible to peel open, so this wins my coolest item at a supermarket award.

Unknown said...

yay for random integers!! hope all is well, like the website

rut said...

I've discovered 1)a Houston based company's hummus packaged with pita chips
2)coconut curry sauce

Unknown said...

Athena! I just got back from a restaurant weekend dinner at Rialto. Delicious.

Jill Myrick (jsc123) said...

My husband and I have been trying really hard to watch what we eat.
We recently discovered Friday's spinach Artichoke cheese dip and Smart Ones Brownie Ala Mode in the freezer section of Walmart.
Both are delicious and low in fat.
So no guilt.
Thank you so much for the chance to win.

ky2here said...

Ancho chili paste - just squeeze a bit out when you need it. Seal it back up. Saves LOTS of time and effort.

Mysharona said...

cinnamon swirl bars

Unknown said...

100 calorie Oreo delight bars - a mushy chocolate and cream cake dipped in chocolate coating!

Anonymous said...

I have recently found that Tombstone has made one of their pizza's with a garlic flavor taste and my boys have gone wild over this pizza. For a frozen pizza it has become their very favorite.

Nora
neneelynn@yahoo.com

Stephanie Manner Wagner said...

Thanks for stopping by my site (And Twins make 5!) to enter my giveaways! Have a great day.

clynsg said...

This isn't new, but it is the most recent item that I found that was a little different. The individual packets for drinks like Crystal Light that I can keep in my purse and turn my water into something I will actually drink with my meal. (I generally don't like plain water!).

clynsg at yahoo.com

Lusi said...

the new flavors of triscuits are DELICIOUS - wheat fire roasted tomato

mvmaithai said...

Have been following your blog for a while. Used to work at Fidelity Investment and was part-owner of a Thai restaurant in Cambridge, so yes finance and food go together!

Denise said...

I love Gourmet Garden's Herb Blends. They come in a tube and are located in the produce section. They keep in the fridge much longer than fresh herbs and taste almost as good.
flgirl1987 AT yahoo DOT com

Cat said...

I'd have to say the new Borden "Singles Sensations" sliced pepperjack cheese. LOVE it for burgers!

Also eyeing the Wanchai Ferry kits now... :)

Heidi V said...

One yummy product that me and my kids discovered is True North Apple Cinnamon.

Thanks
heidivargas [at] live dot com

DKLN said...

Yogurt creme pops sound pretty good...

Unknown said...

I've recently discovered non-fat Reddi-Whip. Yum.

Thanks for the giveaway!

TX_Jen34 said...

The coolest thing I've found at the grocery store is actually a new deodorant. I know that's probably not what you meant, but that's all I've found in a long while. THe new Dove deodorant, Ultimate Visibly Smooth smells great and really works. After the first time I used it, I didn't have to shave the next day like always. I think everyone should try it!

degood said...

I just found out that Dole makes a fresh pineapple slice that is prepackaged and great to throw in a lunch. they were on sale buy 1 get one free last week at safeway so I stocked up and put them in the freezer and now they act as an ice pack to help keep my lunch cool until I eat it and then I eat it as an afternoon snack.

Sonya Cocherell said...

I found 100 calorie cakesters. They are yummy

Steph said...

My new favorite thing is the Gourmet Oven Roasted Almonds from Sunkist. Great tasting and good for you!

cubbieduke said...

Wanchai Ferry entree kits, love their regular ones!

cookiert said...

I recently discovered Market Pantry stuffed shells in the freezer section at Target. I usually make stuffed shells form scratch but this is a quicker, low-hassle option! Just add sauce and bake!

Missa said...

My new favorite thing at the supermarket is hummus/pretzel snack packs!

sweetmissa@gmail.com

coffeegirl said...

All these products are by Vita Food Products, Inc.
Soda Pop Barbecue Sauce & Wing Marinade (Dr. Pepper, 7-up, A&W)
Soda Pop Dessert Topper (A&W, Dr. Pepper, Crush)
Budweiser genuine Wing & Basting Sauce
Budweiser Genuine Barbecue Sauce
coffee_girl68@yahoo.com

llinda29 said...

Bertolli dinners are great

Unknown said...

I discovered that the Market Pantry brand at Targets has some good cereals. The kids love their Frosted Mini Wheats. I think they taste better than the national brand.

denyse said...

I discovered the FRESH salsa section. It's so much better then most jarred.

denyse_g@hotmailc.om

Tucker said...

The olive bar

Anonymous said...

I discovered this delicious punch mix at my local dollar store, and I am now addicted to it.
Elizabeth
mrsgerbil@hotmail.com

VY838 said...

Fresh Rambotan found in the chinese supermarket, it tastes great!

eyc said...

Lean Cuisine now has Baja-Style Chicken Quesadilla. Bought a couple of and will try them. Looks delicious...

Brandy said...

I found an awesome Japanese milk candy at the supermarket the other day.

Amber said...

I discovered a really good Parmesan Reggiano at Whole Foods the other day. And Kind bars are really yummy too!
Thank you for the giveaway :)
hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

Unknown said...

I discovered Margaritaville Artichoke Garlic dip it is really yummy!
jedoggett@embarqmail.com

Lubna said...

I recently got into the Fiber One bars because they don't taste like fiber. I can actually taste the flavors they are supposed to be and they are filling. Oats and Chocolate, YUM!

cstironkat said...

I have discoved coconut oil and how good it tastes.

Anonymous said...

I just discoved an almond and walnut nut blend in 100 calorie packs. They are perfect to take with us and keep the protiens up!

hebert024 at aol dot com

Pam B said...

I am not sure if these are new or not, but I just discovered the Nature Valley Nut Clusters. They are wonderful!! Great little snacks.
pdznb(at)comcast(dot)com

Cynthya said...

I discovered Greek yogurt--yum. It's so much better than the regular stuff.

Anonymous said...

I just discovered Kraft Bagel-fuls.

denise_22315(at)yahoo(dot)com

Valerie said...

Yoplait Delights, yummy!
KawaiiNeko2008 at aol dot com

barbara said...

OK, so maybe this isn't new, but I'd never seen it before. Amy's Organic Foods has THE best pizza! I had a coupon for a free Amy's product and was a little skeptical about what an organic pizza might be, but now I'm hooked!

Anonymous said...

I discovered Cherry Dr. Depper!!!!!

oldnehamkin at yahoo dot com

Denise S. said...

My favorite is the vanilla.

krstrpp said...

I recently discovered greek style yogurt. The plain flavor mixed with dill seasoning makes the absolute best veggie dip! And since it comes in individual sizes, you don't waste any; you just make it fresh each time you want some! Thanks for the chance to win one of the prize packs! (krstrpp at hotmail dot com)

Amanda S. said...

I just discovered chocolate covered cranberries! They are yummy!

Carolyn G said...

I discovered ramps. THey are like a green onion but not. I saw them on the food network then I found them in the grocery store and now I'm using it.

Unknown said...

a pineapple slicer/corer/peeler all in one

Unknown said...

graeter's mocha ice cream...yummy and full of fat :)

I'll take the yoplait gift pack!

Anonymous said...

mmm-nonfat cool whip tate like ice cream with alot fewer calories
Diane Baum
esldiane@gmail.com

msrodeobrat said...

i just discovered starbucks icecream!

Anonymous said...

Quaker Mini Cheddar Rice Cakes. I used to think rice cakes were tasteless, but these are better than potato chips!

msurosey@yahoo.com

purplepassion126 said...

I just discovered Terra Chips Exotic Harvest Sea Salt Chips-- a new yummy and healthy snack for me.

Unknown said...

Hi Athena-

Just finished eating my way across San Fransicso - we should get together for a good munch sometime!

-N

Janet and Maya said...

Hmmmm, tough question for me! This doesn't fit the food category but it is sold at my local supermarket. I tried the new Bounce bar that you stick in your dryer and it last for four months. I love it!

I've become so price conscious and coupon crazy, that I don't try to many new things unless they are deeply discounted. I feel kind of sad to say that because I truly love good food. I'm anxious for our economy/financial situation to improve so I can return to experimenting with new things.

Thanks for a great question, I'm looking forward to reading everyone else's responses.

I'm a huge fan of Yoplait - I had it for the first time 35 years ago in France - and have been eating it ever since.

I've never tried Wanchai Ferry, but would love to. The pics at the website look so good that my stomach growled in anticipation!

Thanks for doing giveaway!

Egare1 said...

We discovered Starbucks now make Ice Cream! We couldn't get any because we were travelling, but I've made sure that it's on the shopping list for the next trip - they even do Caramel Macchiato flavor! NOM!

Gabriel S-J. said...

I like non-fat Reddi-Whip.

Anonymous said...

coors light is no bueno.

denise said...

not sure if they are new but 100 calorie chips a hoy thin so good deniseturnerwa@gmail.com

K. Rock said...

I have recently fallen in love with dried figs. Delicious.

Megan Johnson said...

i read in the newspaper they sell the Cafe Bustelo in individual cans...unfortunately I haven't found it anywhere in boston.

idahomom said...

Pluots

Sonya said...

I discovered frozen edamame (dsoy beans) that are packaged in Dora and Spongebob packages. They're individually packaged for lunches and the kids love the characters!

Steph said...

Birthday cake-flavored ice cream sandwiches!

ms0812@zoominternet.net

Fanny said...

Trader Joes Mango Green Tea

Brn2lisn said...

We recently discovered Humus: garlic and onion - is very good on celery

brn2lisn(at)gmail(dot)com

Anonymous said...

I've just discovered in our local grocery Lipton raspberry-flavored instant iced tea. i love it.

allegro966(at)yahoo(dot)com

Amy delong said...

100 calorie cakesters are pretty good!

ardelong2(at)gmail(dot)com

prplrush said...

The one new/cool product or well new to me anyway lol, that i've recently discovered are the Natural Alexia Crunchy Waffle Fries Chips! Absolutely love these!!

tina reynolds said...

sprite zero just tried it has same great taste im hooked eaglesforjack@gmail.com

Marianna said...

I just found the Wanchai Ferry frozen entrees at my local store - they are much cheaper than Chinese takeout and delicious! My sons were literally licking their bowls after they ate it and easy to fix too!

mogrill said...

I have been snacking on Triscuits and Cheese Snacks! Thanks for the chance.
mogrill@comcast.net

Unknown said...

Hmm the tri-colored gnocchi at Target is amazing for a shelf stable product and perfect with a sauce or just butter and fresh parm for a really fast meal.

Pamela S said...

I recently discovered the boxed sets of Macaroni Grill dinners. All you add is chicken and they're quick and easy and ALMOST as good as eating there. YUM!

Thanks so much!
pamelashockley(AT)netscape(DOT)net

Anonymous said...

At a supermarket I saw a huge and CHEAP tray of all sorts of vegetables. Along with each group was a SEPARATE container of ranch dipping. It was so fancy for the price!

Molly C. said...

I've discovered Kettle Seasonings, seasonings for your popcorn. Great idea!

checkers said...

Amy's organic pizzas.
skyskyaa11(at)gmail.com

Anonymous said...

The the new Borden "Singles Sensations" sliced pepperjack cheese is so good on a salami sandwich.

AB Smith said...

the new betty crocker GF mixes are better than I expected - Where were those 6 years go when I was doing the GF diet for my autistic son.


I'd love to win this prize, thanks for sponsoring this.

2kidsblogger(at)gmail(dot)com

Dani said...

3 lb bags of frozen chicken breasts. You can use one at a time if you want one instead of thawing a whole package that has at least 3 breasts in it.

tiff snedaker said...

Dippin Dots Ice Cream! You used to only be able to get these at movie theaters and amusement parks. I love them

snedfam at gmail dot com

susan1215 said...

Garlic flavored butter spread is great on bread

Charity S said...

Jimmy Dean Breakfast Bowls. My son loves these.
Thanks

charisscharity [at] yahoo [dot] com

Unknown said...

You have to freeze the Yoplait Whips yogurt for a great treat! It's healthy too!

Unknown said...

We just found out about Birthday cake-flavored ice cream sandwiches! And they are amazing!!

Thanks

ksweeper21@gmail.com

Nickolay said...

In the meat section of Cub Foods, they have timers for steaks that you put in the steak and they have all different ones for how you like your steaks (medium, well done, rare, ect)

jason(at)allworldautomotive(dot)com

Sarah said...

Ground lamb - I'm enjoying lambburgers.

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