The holidays are not always a picturesque and ideal Norman Rockwell moment. There is an Anne Taintor image that perfectly depicts how we all felt during the holidays some time or another that states, “She was one plum pudding away from a Yuletide meltdown.” There’s nothing more joyous yet chaotic at the same time when it comes to the holiday season. This is due to the vast amount of roles and tasks, including the shopping, decorating, gift wrapping, attending seasonal festivities, cooking, and entertaining.
Babbleboxx has included products in their #HostToastBabbleBoxx to help you channel your inner Martha and Joan that will help you entertain with less stress and with more ease this holiday season. You’ll find noteworthy products from brands like Simplehuman, Sunsweet Growers, Annie’s Homegrown, Snack Factory® Original Pretzel Crisps®, The Original Green Pan, LaCroix, Wild Garden Mediterranean Foods, and Ella’s Kitchen.
Simplehuman Foam Soap Dispenser
It’s remarkable how the simplest of necessities like soap has evolved over the years. Meet the Simplehuman Foam Soap Dispenser ($50)! The Simplehuman Foam Soap Dispenser is a state-of-the-art soap dispenser that’s a must-have for the bathroom, especially when you have company. Not many guests want to wash their hands with a grimy bar of soap considering how many people have touched it. That’s why this simple yet luxurious soap dispenser is a better alternative than a bar of soap. It’s also better than a manual pump soap dispenser since it is touch-free and dispenses into your hands 5x faster.
I can’t help but marvel at the fact that it is activated by a sensor, which stays charged up to 3 months, and can be recharged via a USB. The hidden hinged top features a rechargeable plug and cartridge release button. The click-in cartridge system to makes it effortlessly easy and mess-free to refill, too.
Additionally, there are several different scents available for the Simplehuman Foam Soap Dispenser that includes a few scents from partnered brands like EO and Aria by Antica Farmacista. I received the lavender scent, but I wouldn’t mind trying scents such as bergamot or orange blossom in the future!
Sunsweet Pacific Tropicals
Your guests are here and they’re early! Snacks like Sunsweet Pacific Tropicals are perfect for impromptu guests since they don’t require any preparation. They’re delicious as they’re guilt-free, with flavors like Sunsweet Philippine Green Mango and Sunsweet Thai Coconut.
Annie’s Homegrown
Soups like the Chicken Noodle Soup or Vegetable Soup from Annie’s Homegrown are perfect for the little ones! Annie’s Homegrown is one of my all-time favorite brands since their ingredients are authentic, certified organic, and tasty enough to appease the finickiest of eaters. Here’s a coupon to save $0.75 off any Annie’s Organic Soup.
The Original GreenPan
I firmly believe that the right cookware makes a world of a difference when it comes to the quality of food! That’s why I love the GreenPan brand. Their cookware is free of PFAs, PFOA, lead, and cadmium. The Lima Ceramic Non-Stick Frypan ($29.99) is a culinary masterpiece that features modern stainless steel handle that gives it an elegant touch. Whether you use the Lima covered frypan in the oven or stovetop (except induction), the Thermolon ceramic non-stick coating will remain intact and guarantees professional performance.
Here’s a chance to win a GreenPan Lima 12-piece Cookware Set (a $149.99 value) by entering their sweepstakes here. The sweepstakes will conclude on December 25th, 2016.
LaCroix Cúrate Melón Pomelo
Unless you have been living underneath a proverbial rock, I’m sure you’ve heard of LaCroix by now! Their sparkling water is the perfect option for someone like me who doesn’t drink sugary drinks or soda. It is simply a 100% natural sparkling water with a natural flavor. No caffeine, no sodium, no fat, no calories, and no sweeteners – no worries!
Wild Garden Mediterranean Foods
The chef-driven Taste of the Mediterranean line offers three authentic marinades and three tasty pilafs, blended with over 13 spices and oils. In only 10 minutes, proteins are fully marinated and ready to be baked, grilled, pan fried, or roasted. Marinades range from spit roasted Shawarma to traditional Turkish fare and an exotic Persian blend with garlic, sumac, and fennel.
I love the convenience of their Heat and Serve Pilafs since they’re ready within 90 seconds – perfect when I’m pressed for time! I’m also impressed by their versatility since I can easily mix them in recipes such as Rice & Lentil Salad with Tomatoes and Avocado or Bulgur Salad with Roasted Eggplant.
Ella’s Kitchen
Ella’s Kitchen The Red One is made of only certified USDA organic squished strawberries, raspberries, apples, and bananas. Just organic raspberry smoothie and strawberry smoothie fruits all mixed together with nothing else added, not even water!
Pretzel Crisps
I love snacking on pretzels every now and then, but this was my first time ever trying out the Pretzel Crisps. These thin, crispy pretzel-crackers make the perfect low-calorie snack that can be served with guacamole, cheesy beer dip, hummus, creamy spinach dip, or enjoyed alone! A sampling of their flavors includes Sesame, Garlic Parmesan, Original, Sea Salt + Cracked Pepper, and Salted Caramel.
These are great ideas. Snacks are always in high demand at our get togethers, and I always make sure I have enough on hand.
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I’ve always wanted to try the Ella’s Kitchen products! I’ve heard they’re delicious 🙂
It’s all about the snacks in our family! We eat Pretzel Crisps almost every day in our house.
I love that soap dispenser! I would totally get that for my bathroom. So many good ideas in here and unique ones too
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What a brilliant ideas! I love that soap dispenser! That’s pretty amazing!!
I would love to have the Green pan! These are amazing ideas. I would love to spread this as well.
This is such a great idea! I love the pretzel crisps and I’ve been wanting to get the Simplehuman soap dispenser for a while but haven’t had the chance to.
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These are great tips for entertaining! I love having family and friends over for the holidays!
Loving these snacks in a box! Looks like a super fun one to get in the mail! I love a few of those things already, like LaCroix !
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Wow! Interesting they have Philippine Green Mango as a variant. Philippine green mangoes are sour but when ripe are very very sweet.
What a cool soap dispenser! I’ve never seen anything like it. Also pretzel crisps are my fav! Great post
We have the entire Green Pan set and they are amazing! I can’t believe I went so long without having a set like this.
I love these tips!!! I love to host a holiday get-together but without proper prep work and preparation it can be so stressful!
This whole box looks delicious! Annies dinners are a huge favorite in our house! All of their stuff is so good! Those pretzel chips are yummy too!
So many great ideas. I love that green pan. Really neat and cool idea. I think all of these would make really great gifts, and would be great to have on hand at home for entertaining!
These are all such great ideas!! I love Pretzel Crisps too. They’re delicious and super versatile when it comes to snacking! Yum! And that pan looks like such a nice one!
haha – love that one plum pudding away from a meltdown! Classic! Love all of these items, especially the soap dispenser! I need one!
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I love so many of the things you have included–such great ways to make the holidays less stressful. We are in the market for new pots and pans. We will have to look into your suggestions.
I kind of REALLY want this box. That soap dispenser looks really awesome (that’s my mom side coming out… I wouldn’t have said that 10 years ago)
I think I need to get the hubs one of those green pans! He’s the chef in our house!
Love these ideas! Snacks are always on my radar when shopping for guests. (Annie’s is our favorite brand!)
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I really want a motion sensor foam soap dispenser for my kitchen. It will be nice to have so that I am not contaminating the soap dispenser.
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What great snack ideas, I can’t wait to try the green mango! I love dried mangoes!
Literally everything in this box is something I would totally buy! I have a green pan and I use it all the time and pretzel crisps are my total fave!
Wow that is a sweet set! I’d love that simple human soap dispenser. Life with two littles can get messy!
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What a cool thing! I so agree with you about the cookware. That pan looks wonderful! I like how all these items are actually useful.
Yes, I need all of these, right now!! 🙂 Love that pan. Having high quality cooking ware definitely makes cooking easier!
I am loving that soap dispenser. And I love that they have my favorite snack, Pretzel crisps. They are awesome.
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The green pans are the best and Ella’s is a staple around this household. These things are all so cool but I would love to try that soap dispenser. Very cool box.
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I am so excited right now, I am getting my first BabbleBoxx next month! These items are super, my favorite is the Green Pan, I need a new frying pan in my kitchen now.
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Oh my, I haven’t had Philippine green mango in a long time. I’ve got to get me some of that. YUM! I would love to have that GreenPan cookware too. I need a new pan.
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