Candy!

Whitman’s  vs.  Russell Stover chocolate candy showdown

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Today I had the awesome task of tasting a bunch of chocolates and then telling the world my opinion. Well let me get down to business.

I had a box of Whitman’s assorted chocolates containing 7 candies, a box of Whitman’s Reserve that had 2 candies in it and a box of Russell Stover chocolates containing 4 candies.

After tasting each I came to the conclusion that I like the Russell Stover chocolates a bit more. It’s hard to say chocolate is better than chocolate but being side by side made it easier to pick a favorite. My taste buds told me that I favor the Russell Stover candies a little more than I liked the Whitman’s candy.

In 1993, the Whitman’s Chocolate brand became part of the Russell Stover’s Family. They continue the tradition of creating the Sampler boxes.

Unfortunately See’s candies were not sold at Rite Aid and were not able to participate in this survey.

AQUINAS – Napa California Cabernet

AQUINAS  2011 California Cabernet Sauvignon

2011 Cabernet Sauvignon
2011 Cabernet Sauvignon

Named after St. Thomas Aquinas (1225-1274), an Italian Dominican friar, priest and revolutionary scholar who used the laws of science to support his belief in the Almighty.  This wine, like it’s namesake, is smart, bold, dedicated and has lots of good characteristics.

The Dude of Food rating: Give this a try.