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Calendar December 18, 2013 12/18/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

Carnivore Club Review and Discount

Carnivore Club is a subscription box for meat lovers!  I was very excited when Carnivore Club offered me a box to review.  Our family loves meat of all kinds.  Carnivore Club is based out of Canada, so people in the United States and Canada can get this box!  Carnivore Club sends 4 to 6 different selections of cured and smoked meats, charcuterie and jerky from across the planet.  All the meat from Carnivore Club comes from independent farms in the Midwest. I love the artisan nature of this box, and that the meat isn't packed with chemicals.   It is $50.00 a month, but you can save $10.00 when you use the code “boxmom“, on your first order.
The Details:
Cost: $50.00 a month
Coupon: Use the code “boxmom” to save $10.00 on your first box.
 
What's in the box? Every month members of the Carnivore Club will receive 4 to 6 different selections of cured and smoked meats, charcuterie and jerky from across the planet
When does it ship?  Last week of the month
Website: United States: www.carnivoreclub.com 
              Canada: www.carnivoreclub.ca
All the meat from this box came from the Smoking Goose in Indiana.  You can find them HERE.
The Packaging
The  box was shipped in a silver padded envelope, I also believe it is insulated.  Everything was well protected.
The Box
I loved the box, it looks like a piece of wood.
First Look
Information Card
The information card includes pictures, names and information about each meat.  There is also a monthly paring suggestion.  This month, Carnivore Club recommends the 2010 Sofos Red Blend from clubw.com.  Salty, porky flavors go great with the Sofos.  Carnivore Club included a code so you could get your third bottle free form ClubW.
Ice Pack
Club W included an ice pack with the meat.  The ice pack was still cold, along with the meat.  C is very particular about food temperature, and he thought the meat was packaged well.
Elk Terrine
From Carnivore Club “Spiked with black peppercorns and wrapped in Smoking Goose's house cured bacon, Cold Smoked Elk Terrine begins with elk raised on wide open pasture at Carley Elk Farm in Atlanta, Indiana.  Trimmed by hand, this country style terrine brings layers of flavor after a long, low, and slow cold smoke over fruit wood.”
I have never had pate before this, and I was a bit nervous.  The name sounds stranger but it had a great flavor.  We had it over crackers and you could take the smoky flavor.
Soppressata

 

From Carnivore Club: ” A bloomy rind develops as this Sopperssata ages slowly and under the pressure of pressing.  The coarsely ground pork salami is about 3 inches in diameter and flecked with ground clove, ginger and nutmeg.  Soppressata is a staple of any cured meat lover's daily must haves”
This was one of C and I's favorite meats.  I normally don't like salami, but the added spices made this taste very good.
Dodge City
From Carnivore Club ” Named after the neighborhood “Dodge City”, this salami is strewn with fennel pollen and stuffed pink peppercorns for the quick pop of anise.  It's a lean giants that is speckled with a quilted patten of back fat.  This salami uses all natural sewn casing, keeping with Smoking Goose's commitment to using the best ingredients available to produce great products.”
C and I were not fans of this one, the flavor and texture were just a little too different for us.
Guanciale Pork Jowl
From Carnivore Club: “Heavily spiced with bay leaves, garlic, juniper berries, sea salt, brown sugar, and black peppercorns, these cured hog jowls are more flavorful and densely textured than their belly-cut cousin, pancetta”
Wow, this pork was amazing.  C and I both loved this and this was our favorite meat out of the box.  We cooked it up and it was fantastic with eggs.  I will be ordering more of this!
Delaware Fireball

 

From Carnivore Club ” The Delaware Fireball was one of the Smoking Goose's first unique creations.  It gets it's name from the street where the meatery's public butcher shop is located in Indianapolis and the salami's fiery taste.  This crepitate salami of coarsely ground pork is packed with crushed chilies and garlic.  It's wrapped in a caul fat, dry aged and cold smoked in an oven of hickory wood, making one spicy salami.”
This had a great flavor and I didn't actually taste the spices, until I swallowed.  It has a serious spice to it, but I nice flavor.
The Whole Box

Final Thought: This is a great unique box.  I am sure I got $50.00 worth of meat from this box.  Carnivore Club is a great box for those people who enjoy charcuterie.  The meat is not only tasty but comes from independent farms in the Midwest.  This box exposed C and I to many different meats, that we may never have tried otherwise.  I love that the Smoking Goose,  is located in Indiana (my home state).  I also love, that everything is independent and done with such artistry. The pork jowl is my favorite from this box, and I will be getting more.  This will make a great addition to our Christmas breakfast.  If you are interested in signing up for Carnivore Club, click HERE and use the code “boxmom” to save $10.00.  Residents of Canada go HERE.

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Disclaimer: This box was received free for review.  My opinions are my own and I was not compensated in any way.  This post contains referral/affiliate links.
Calendar December 18, 2013 12/18/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

New Subscription Box: My Candy Express

There is a new box in town!
My Candy Express delivers up to 3lbs of candy with a retail value over $40.00, for just $24.99 month to month or 19.99 a month (for a 3 month subscription).
I can't wait to see what is in this box.  I have been wanting a candy subscription for a long time!
What do you think?
https://mycandyexpress.com
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Calendar December 18, 2013 12/18/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

Groupon Cuisine Cube Deal and Save More!

Cuisine Cube is on Groupon. Click HERE and pay $19.99 for your first box.  
Cuisine is regularly $29.99, so this is a great deal.
You can read my review and enter my 3 month giveaway HERE
But Wait
Go through EBATES and get 4.6% cash back!
New to EBATES?  Sign up HERE.  I always use EBATES when shopping online.
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Calendar December 18, 2013 12/18/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

Julep Maven January Sneak Peek and Free Box code

Julep Beauty


Did you know that the monthly Julep Maven subscription is one of the best beauty deals available anywhere? Each month, Julep Mavens get:
  • Over $40 of products for just $20—customized for your style each month and delivered to your door
  • Flexibility to try one of our five beauty styles each month or upgrade to get them all
  • 20% off and free shipping on other products at Julep.com
  • Exclusive access to the Secret Store each month
  • First dibs on new products and promotions
Here is a sneak peek of January's Box!
Cuticle Softener and Remover
Cuticle Pusher
I am very excited to see this cuticle treatment and tool!  I will be getting a box with this. 
What do you think?

If you want to sign up for Julep, Click HERE and use the code FREEBOX, to get your first box FREE.  Your first box will not be the normal subscriber box, but a box of a similar number of items.  You will pay $3.99 shipping.

If you are a current subscriber, remember to log in to your account between the 20th and 24th to select or skip your box.

Don't Forget: The Naughty and Nice Mystery Box is still available

You will get $125.00 worth of items for $24.99!  
You can also save more by using the code POPUP30 and make the box $17.49.  
Someone will get an ipad mini!!!
To Order: Click HERE and use the code POPUP30

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Calendar December 18, 2013 12/18/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

Healthy Pet Advisor CustomCare Box Review

Healthy Pet Advisor is pet subscription box that caters to the health of your pet.  Healthy Pet Advisor is brought to you by the people at Perfect Pet Food and Accessories.  Perfect Pet Food and Accessories is a chain of three healthy, holistic pet stores in Indiana.  I am a born and raised Hoosier, so I was happy to review their CustomCare Box.  CustomCare Boxes are designed for cats or dogs.  There are two different sizes CustomCareâ„¢ Box for Cats and Small Canines ($19.95 plus s/h) and CustomCareâ„¢ Box for  Medium to Extra Large Canines ($39.95 plus s/h).  The small box comes with a $35.00 value and the large box comes with a $50.00 value.  When you sign up, you fill out a pet profile, which is very detailed.  You also pick the type of  box you want, from “My Tummy Hurts, to “Just Great Stuff”.  Each type of box has items geared to that theme.

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Calendar December 18, 2013 12/18/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

December Naturebox Review and Discount

I realized I haven't written about my Naturebox in a month or so.  Naturebox has become my 22 month old's box.  Naturebox is $19.95 and each month you get 5 snacks.  You can now pick your own snacks, so you will always know what you are getting.  You can upgrade to the deluxe box, which is 10 snacks for $29.95.  You can use this link HERE, with the code SHARE10 to get $10.00 off your first box.  

The Box
First Look
Baked Sweet Potato Fries
 This is a new snack.  These were really good.  They are not too hard, and they taste like a crunchy sweet potato.
Dried Cranberries
 My son T loves these and we keep them in our diaper bag for quick snacks.
Cherry Berry Bonanza
 This is a mix of dried cranberries, cherries and blueberries.  This is another favorite of T's.
The Whole Box
Naturebox included an information card about Naturebox and some gift tag stickers!
Final Thought:  This is one of my must have boxes.  It has become part of my grocery budget.  I love the snacks and the fact that they are something healthy I can give my kids.  If you want to try Naturebox, click HERE and use the code SHARE10 to get $10.00 off.
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Calendar December 17, 2013 12/17/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

Kiwi Crate December Polar Expedition and Discount Codes

Kiwi Crate‘s theme for December is Polar Expedition.  Kiwi Crate is $19.95 a month, and each month, your child get's at lease two main crafts plus Explore Magazine which is filled with bonus crafts.  My son L loves his Kiwi Crate and is always asking when the next one will come.  This month, the main crafts are “my snowball toss” and “my polar window clings”.
The Box
 Kiwi always uses the same green boxes.  L has learned the words Kiwi Crate from the boxes.
Information Card
 The front of the information card has pictures of the two main crafts
Sticker and Cut Outs
The back of the information card has cut outs of Steve the Kiwi Bird and a friend.  Your child can color, cut them out and play with them in the box.  There is also a sticker.  When you get your first box, there will be a pair of scissors and a poster.  Every month, there is a new sticker and your child can add it to their poster.  If your poster gets filled up (ours did), just email Kiwi Crate and they will send a new one free.
Explore Magazine
 Explore Magazine is a great added feature to Kiwi Crate.  Each month, the magazine is packed with fun activities and bonus crafts
Borax Crystal Snowflake
 You and your child can make a borax crystal snowflake using scissors, string, borax, a jar, a pencil and pipe cleaners.  We haven't tried this yet, but will do it this month.

 

My Salt Dough Pendant
I can't wait to try this with L.  I remember making salt dough ornaments with my mom as a child.  Kiwi Crate also included a cookie cutter!
My Polar Window Clings
This craft uses 3D paint and glue to make window clings.  Kiwi emailed everyone and gave some additional tips for the paint.  I had to remove the caps and clean them out , to get the paint started.
Drying
 I had to do much of the work with this craft.  The 3D paint didn't come out as thick as it should.  I think they need a bigger opening on the bottle or thinner paint.  After the animal is outlined in 3D paint, you fill in the gaps with glue.  L got to do this part.

Finished
My Snowball Toss
 This was L's favorite project.  He is great with sewing.
Sewing
 L did a great job sewing the gloves.  I gave him the string and materials and he did it himself, I only had to tie the knots at the end.
Playing
We had a great time playing catch.
Finished Project
The Whole Box
Final Thought: I really liked the theme this month.  Including the bonus crafts, there were four craft and activities this month.  L loved the snowball toss and he has been playing with it all day today.  I wish the pain would have been easier to use, but the window cling activity was fun.  I love all of Kiwi Crates activities are fun and interactive.  I also love that Kiwi Crate lets you control your subscription from your account.  You can pause/skip or cancel from your account, no customer service needed.  If you are interested in signing up, click HERE to get $10.00.
Kiwi Deals!  They expire soon. Just click on the picture to connect to Kiwi.
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Calendar December 17, 2013 12/17/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

Bestowed New Coupon | 2 Days left to Order Before Christmas

There is only two days left to order Bestowed, to receive it by Christmas
Get $10.00 off your first box or your subscription when you click HERE and use the code HELLOYUM40
Rates
Monthly $19.00
3 Months $57.00 (Must click gift at the top of the page for this one)
6 Months $114.00 (Must click gift at the top of the page for this one)
1 Year: $209.00
The HELLOYUM40 will work on monthly or gift subscriptions.  Bestowed is a great box, you can read my reviews HERE.
Click HERE to take advantage of this coupon.  Bestowed would make a great gift for someone, maybe you!
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Citrus Lane Deal of the Day | $50.00 Store Credit with Subscription

Citrus Lane is having a great Deal of the Day!
Subscribe for 6 months, and get $50.00 to spend in the shop
Members get free shipping, you can get some great deals on toys and gifts
This seems to be valid for new and current subscribers
A 6 month subscription is $114.00.
To see all my Citrus Lane review, click HERE
To get this Deal:
Click HERE to order
Use the code SHOP50 to get your $50.00 credit

*Make sure you type it in all caps.  This phrase will show up after you enter it “Your $50 Citrus Lane credit will be placed in your account upon order completion.”

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