Reviews
Heyday Canning Company
Experience
Delicious, ready-to-eat vegetarian option! I bought a couple on sale from Whole Foods because they are kinda pricey. But the branding and flavors attracted me, and I had just gotten back from a trip and desperately wanted something quick but nourishing to eat. Also, in my area, buying the organic canned beans is nearly as expensive as buying the Heyday beans. I ate the coconut curry one (the harissa lemon one is still in my pantry), and I really liked it! The flavors are strong, and it really made my dish a meal.
Feedback
Really tasty meal-maker, but I might not buy it again unless there’s a sale. On a normal day, I can and have made similar things at home for much cheaper. But if you want convenience and are okay with the price, then these are great.
Reel
Experience
My favorite toilet paper ever! I’ve tried maybe 3-4 other bamboo toilet papers, and I like this the best for softness and durability. The dual texture makes so much sense, and it does work. Compared to non-bamboo toilet papers, I like that bamboo is more environmentally-friendly. But also, it really doesn’t leave paper fibers behind compared to “good/plush” white toilet paper.
Feedback
I never thought I would be passionate about toilet paper, but I actually love reel and buy it consistently.
Acid League
Experience
My experience is based only on the salad dressings - Mango Jalapeño Cilantro and Pink Peppercorn Honey Yuzu. The branding is obviously gorgeous, and they sound enticing. But having gone through two of the vinaigrettes, I was disappointed in the execution. They have a strong oil taste to them but in a bad way - almost waxy. I’m not sure if that’s due to the quality of olive oil they use or how the oil is interacting with the other ingredients, but I’m not a fan.
Feedback
If you want to try them, try to get them on sale or use a discount code. If you’re like me, then you’ll be happier saving your money and making your own dressing or buying a different brand.
Daring
Experience
The Cajun one is delicious! The flavor is great, and they’re easy to cook. The texture is one of the best I’ve had for meat alternatives, so if you want something very similar to meat, try this out. I look forward to trying the other flavors.
Makku
Experience
This was my first introduction to makgeolli, and I liked it! I bought it at a local Asian grocery store and took the employee’s advice to get the Original to try first. It has a nice fizz, but I took a star off because it was a little sweet for me. I don’t know if makgeolli is ever mixed with other things, but I don’t love to drink sweet alcohols unless they’re mixed in cocktails. I saw that the brand has a Lite version with less sugar though, which I would love to try next.
Boy Smells
Experience
Beautiful packaging and unique scents. But for me, the candles are just okay for me because the throw isn’t very good. Some scent blends have a better throw than others, but you can’t predict it until you burn them.
OLIPOP
Experience
I love this stuff. Whatever botanicals and plant extracts they’re using make these a great alternative to traditional soda. I hate diet sodas that use sweeteners like stevia or aspartame because they taste very fake to me. While Olipop does not taste like a normal soda with like 30g of sugar, I really like the subtle sweetness and flavoring. I’ve tried nearly all of their flavors, and you can find a couple flavors pretty easily in most major grocery stores. I’ve found greater selections in smaller specialty stores and in Whole Foods. The price is decent if you want to give it a shot, and they go on sale at WF sometimes.
Dona Tea
Experience
Beautiful packaging, great idea, but the taste is just okay. I got the masala chai concentrate and thought the flavor was not spiced enough. Especially for the price, I was hoping for a better taste. If you can, go to a local Indian grocery store and get one of the chair powders - way better result.
Veja
Experience
The look is really nice, and I appreciate the company’s ethical practices. I have a pair of Campos sneakers, and they’ve become my everyday shoe. I also get a decent amount of compliments considering they’re just white sneakers. If you’re looking for a more ethical/sustainable shoe, this is a good option, especially since they’re fairly easy to find at major retailers. I got mine at REI, and they were actually eligible for a sale at the time.
Feedback
The insole is fine but not that comfortable. I switched mine out within a couple months for something with more arch support. Also, definitely unlace your shoes before putting them on/taking them off - at least with the Campo shoe. The leather was kinda stiff and took some more effort to unlace than a typical shoe with synthetic materials or one with metal around the holes that facilitate movement/glide, so I got tired of unlacing them. But me slipping them on and off without unlacing them kept bending the back and some small holes in the fabric appeared within the first 2 months of me wearing them.
BIRKENSTOCK
Experience
Worth it (and honestly, they’re priced pretty well for such well-made shoes). My Arizonas lasted for maybe 5-6 years before the soles needed replacing. Super comfortable and durable, the leather is nice (but try to avoid getting caught in rainstorms like I have - it’s not good for the leather and cork lol). I love that you can replace different parts of the shoes pretty easily too, which improves the sustainability of the product (and is more cost-effective in the long run). They take a little time to mold to your feet, but you can wear socks with them around the house to break them in.