I don’t know who Maria is; depending on the batch, she’s either from Spain or Portugal; but she’s nice and sweet. These Cookies, the taste of which suggest a hint of honey, are “a perfect option for adults and children alike”, the promo reads. “Enjoy them as a snack, with your coffee or tea, or even as an ingredient in many delicious desserts.”
my rating : 4 of 5
You’re supposed to eat these with Tea; Special tea whatever that’s supposed to mean; but they go best with eggnog, especially when you let it dissolve them in your mouth. As is, in terms of American English, they’re more like cookies than Biscuits. The taste is akin to graham crackers with less sugar.
my rating : 4 of 5
Yazmin Jauregui says in her postfight interview that God never lets go of her hand. I wonder which it is. Both hit her opponent’s face multiple times. John Gooden, in a moment of irony, speaks of Demopoulos reportedly having “crisper boxing now” just before her defenseless pummeling. It’s the right that hammerfists her to the heavens.
This being the fourth loss in a row for Vanessa Demopoulos might mean the end of her UFC career and that would be unfortunate. She’s a fun little Monster the way she dances when being introduced and hops into the interviewer’s arms after her victories, which are now, at least as far as her UFC record goes, surpassed by her losses.
my rating : 4 of 5
2026
“Our Supremus Maximus Supreme Pizza rules over all other pizzas”, it is declared on the back of the box. That is, of course, a ridiculous claim. I’ve certainly had better. It is good, however, and the toppings, headlined by “sweet” Italian sausage and “premium” pepperoni, look/taste fresher than most you’ll find in the frozen pie section of your local grocery store.
my rating : 4 of 5
Fans have been waiting for a new Erykah Badu album for over a decade. It’s a shame how long this took and it’s not even a solo project. Instead she follows the trend of sharing artistic credit with the main producer; a decision I can’t make sense of. That’s not to say The Alchemist doesn’t belong. His psychedelic soul beats are a fitting soundscape for the singer’s melodic ramblings.
That melody is what sets Erykah Badu apart from most of her diva peers. She is a true talent not just when it comes to singing but making songs. This is probably her best set yet. It’s effortlessly good. When she stops singing and starts talking is when her personality starts to annoy. Her ultimate sin is inviting Westside Gunn to degrade the experience with retarded gun noises.
my rating : 4 of 5
2026
This Pan from Mainstays; a Walmart brand; works just fine for it’s purposed use. You can cook or warm Pizza in the oven all day with it. It’s when you start using it for crustless foods, like baked salmon, that the situation gets a little sticky.
my rating : 4 of 5
You’ll be doing yourself a favor placing this Marketside mousse in the fridge an hour or two before eating it. Perhaps most Cheesecakes taste better that way, but it’s the bottom “graham cracker crumb” crust here that’s most notably improved. I would’ve put a hyphen between the French Style bit. It’s otherwise hard to find fault with this tasty treat.
my rating : 4 of 5
I don’t think I’ve ever eaten an onion ring, but I’ve had plenty of Funyuns, which is what these “limited edition” Pringles taste like. They might even be better if only because stackable chips, or “crisps” as they’re described on the can, make for a more convenient snack.
my rating : 4 of 5
You’d have to take a whiff of the inside of the can to realize these Pringles really do smell like a Cheese Burger. The taste is less convincing, though they’d make a suitable side snack for the real thing. I’ll pass on the Beer; Lite or otherwise; for distilled water, thank you.
my rating : 4 of 5
This is a love song if I ever heard one. Okay, maybe “love” is too strong of a word. The beau, whom Nash-T Records carelessly refers to as The Klansman; they use that name for different singers; nonetheless develops feelings for the Nigger girl he first dated on a dare. “If I had known just how it would end,” he admits, “I’d have turned around and run away right then”.
It’s no surprise, given the title, that it ends with her death. How she dies is what’s sad. It suggests a real attraction on her part. His; he actually rides with her in the back of the bus; is conflicted with his deep-rooted racism. The best thing about the song is the melody of the verses, inspired by a relationship that, had it lasted, might’ve mended not only his heart but his mind.
my rating : 4 of 5
1967 or 1968
This Pot Pie is described on the box as a “Blend of hearty vegetables in gravy and cheddar cheese” and it is hearty indeed. The quality is noticeably superior to Banquet and the like, though this Garden version would probably taste even better with chicken or some other kind of meat.
my rating : 4 of 5
This is one of the best Great Value Ice Cream flavors. It’s hard to go wrong with Butter Pecan in any case, but this Walmart version is even better than expected. You get plenty of nuts for what it’s worth, but the best part is the sweet buttery ice cream itself.
my rating : 4 of 5