Grinds and Crumbs

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True story, I’ve been putting cinnamon in my coffee for years, but unfortunately, I’ve been doing it all wrong. Meet Shabbir Nooruddin, Chief Caffeine Officer at Coffee in My Veins, who just taught me a new method to spice up my coffee with cinnamon without getting the clumps at the top. The best way to add cinnamon to coffee is to mix it in your coffee grounds! Yep. Mind blown.

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Hu first started in 2012 in NYC as a high-end restaurant and market; back then they were known as ‘Hu Kitchen.’ Their vegan and paleo-friendly chocolate bars were a hit, and eventually started to sell in the natural retail channel. The purpose-led lifestyle brand, with a mission of, “Get Back to Human,” has expanded beyond chocolate and into new segments – baking, snacking chocolate, and grain-free crackers. Along the way, the brand has stayed true to its core values of unbeatable taste with unmatched simplicity.

Tea: A Healthier Break in Your Workday

We know water is a great way to stay hydrated and healthy while working from home during the pandemic – but let’s face it, that gets boring. And especially in the cold months, we crave a warm beverage. But don’t turn to the sugary drinks just yet – having a cup of unsweetened tea can keep you hydrated and help reduce sugar in your diet instead of reaching for that peppermint mocha latte.

Snacking at Work: What Kind of Snacker Are You?

Snacking. Whether it is to tide you over between back to back meetings, or give you the push you need to get past the 2:30 slump, everyone needs a little something to get through the work day. Snacking has never been more prevalent, with 44% of workers ages 25-34 choosing to forgo the traditional three square meals a day for periodic snacking. With this in mind, Aramark created Snack Boxes. Expertly curated selections offering delicious snacks – for every type of snacker. In a time where the “office” can be just about anywhere, your favorite snacks should be there too.