Snacks for the Socially Distanced

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Coronavirus quarantine got you lonely, bored, and hungry? Take a break and listen to the heartwarming tones of Arjun and Vishnu reviewing the snacks you've always wondered about at your local grocery store, but never had the time to try (including some weird ones you've probably never heard of before!).

Snacks for Socially Distanced


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    Ep. 264 | Lucky Leaf Scoop Cake (Caramel Apple & Spice Cake)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2021 7:13


    Guest host Rhea joins Arjun to try out a dessert from one of our favorite snack companies --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Ep. 263 | Assorted Japanese Kit Kats

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2021 19:13


    Arjun and Vishnu go through a giant Japanese Kit Kat haul --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Ep. 262 | Lucky Leaf Dessert for One (Apple Crisp)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2021 7:37


    Arjun and Vishnu are blown away by this instant dessert from a company that loves to surprise --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Ep. 261 | Nu Bake Phyllo Crisps (Apple Cinnamon)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2021 7:49


    Arjun and Vishnu bring back another product from the company that drove their most popular episode --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Ep. 260 | Pepperidge Farm Milano Slices (Peppermint Cookies)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2021 12:50


    Arjun and Vishnu get their holiday groove on (recorded Dec 2020) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Ep. 259 | Vadilal Quick Treat Paneer Butter Masala

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021 9:06


    Arjun and Vishnu try to see how Indian food fares in non-frozen, non-fresh forms --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Ep. 258 | Nestlé Kit Kat (Raspberry)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2021 7:41


    Arjun and Vishnu continue the Kit Kat tradition with a simple flavor --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Ep. 257 | Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Deluxe (White Cheddar & Cracked Black Peppercorn)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2021 8:43


    Arjun and Vishnu wonder if Kraft can replicate the popularity of cacio e pepe --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Ep. 256 | Nonni's Chocolate Covered Cookie Bites (Milk Chocolate Roasted Almond)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 8:23


    Arjun and Vishnu give Nonni's another try with a new flavor --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Ep. 255 | Kit Kat Duos (Mocha + Chocolate)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2021 6:54


    Arjun and Vishnu try a Kit Kat that isn't Japanese, for once --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Ep. 254 | Virginia Chutney Co Hot Peach Chutney

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2021 12:38


    Arjun and Vishnu expand their unique condiment repertoire --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Ep. 253 | Xocolatl 68% Dark Chocolate Americana (Vanilla & Pie Spices)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2021 7:25


    Arjun and Vishnu try a delicious local treat (that tastes way more like fruit than they're giving it credit for) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Ep. 252 | Deutsche Küche Strudel (Artichoke & Cheese)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2021 9:38


    In November 2020, Arjun and Vishnu tried a European pastry treat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Ep. 251 | Choceur Assorted Belgian Chocolate Pumpkins

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2020 14:19


    Arjun and Vishnu get their obligatory pumpkin snack fix in before the holiday season starts up

    Ep. 250 | Resers Main St Bistro Baked Macaroni & Cheese

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 8:52


    Arjun and Vishnu get their mac & cheese fix tested with their first refrigerated mac & cheese

    Ep. 249 | Tillamook Cream Cheeses (Seriously Strawberry and Very Veggie)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2020 13:51


    Arjun and Vishnu get their hands on a wider selection of cream cheese, courtesy of Tillamook

    Ep. 248 | Gordo's Cheese Dip (Mild)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 7:55


    Arjun and Vishnu see if refrigerated queso can hold its own against shelf-stable alternatives

    Ep. 247 | Emporium Selection Gourmet Spreadable Cheese (Peppercorn Parmesan)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2020 8:41


    Arjun and Vishnu see if Aldi can pull off a spreadable cheese

    Ep. 246 | Gaelic Glory Irish Cheddar Cheese (with Irish Creme Liqueur)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2020 11:13


    Arjun and Vishnu see if Aldi can pull off putting liqueur into a cheese

    Ep. 245 | Belmont Chocolate Filled Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 7:46


    Arjun and Vishnu let Aldi try their hand at the classic cookie

    Ep. 244 | El Monterey Signature Cheese Enchiladas

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2020 9:43


    Arjun and Vishnu give frozen Mexican food one last chance

    Ep. 243 | MyThreeSons Gourmet Pimento Cheese (Spicy White Cheddar)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 10:37


    Arjun and Vishnu give this famous Southern spread a chance to give itself a grocery store run

    Ep. 242 | Atlanta Hard Cider Co Crisp Apple Craft Cider

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2020 8:29


    Arjun and Vishnu review a locally-made apple cider to see if it holds up to their highest standards (pre-election!)

    Ep. 241 | Chobani Apple Spice Greek Yogurt with Brown Sugar Oatmeal (On the Bottom)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2020 8:59


    Arjun and Vishnu try a seasonal Greek Yogurt with a unique twist (pre-election!)

    Ep. 240 | Baker's Treat Apple Pie

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2020 11:14


    After a brief break, Arjun and Vishnu try their first competitor to a McDonald's classic (recorded pre-election!)

    Ep. 239 | Nonni's Chocolate Covered Cookie Bites (Dark Chocolate Toasted Coconut)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2020 10:39


    Arjun and Vishnu discuss biscotti and try a Nonni's original

    Ep. 238 | Rico's Queso Pronto! Cheese Dip & Spread (Medium)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2020 6:44


    Arjun and Vishnu try a tragically mediocre queso

    Ep. 237 | Benton's Coconut Macaroons (Chocolatey)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2020 15:10


    Arjun and Vishnu get distracted in their discussion of European grocery stores and Mary Todd Lincoln while reviewing Aldi macaroons

    Ep. 236 | Ashoka Paneer Makhani

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2020 8:25


    Everything goes wrong as Arjun and Vishnu give shelf-stable Indian food another look

    Ep. 235 | Haldiram's Minute Khana Palak Paneer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2020 11:46


    Arjun and Vishnu give shelf-stable Indian food a try

    Ep. 234 | Simple Truth Apple Cinnamon Bites

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 13:35


    Arjun and Vishnu reminisce on cereals and cereal-adjacent things

    Ep. 233 | Lucky Leaf Dessert on the Go (Blueberry Créme Dessert)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2020 9:08


    Arjun and Vishnu discuss their favorite berries and fruits

    Ep. 232 | Trader Joe's Apple Blossoms

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 5:31


    Arjun and Vishnu let Trader Joe's put their best foot forward against a Private Selection competitor

    Ep. 231 | Mrs. T's Pierogies (Garlic & Parmesan)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2020 9:39


    Arjun and Vishnu confirm that Mrs. T's, in fact, does not miss

    Ep. 230 | Walgreens Nice! Cookies (Sea Salt & Caramel Cheesecake)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2020 10:40


    Arjun and Vishnu give Walgreens a chance to prove themselves as a groceries option

    Ep. 229 | Little Prince Noodles Oodles (Seaweed and Kimchi Flavors)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2020 9:56


    Arjun and Vishnu try a side snack they received unexpectedly with their instant noodles

    Ep. 228 | Nature Valley Crispy Creamy Wafer Bars (Peanut Butter Chocolate)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2020 10:38


    Arjun, Vishnu, and Varsha see Nature Valley flex their range

    Ep. 227 | Hormel Compleats Macaroni & Cheese

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 7:54


    Arjun, Vishnu, and Varsha try a new take on macaroni & cheese

    Ep. 226 | The Daily Crave Beyond Churros (Original Cinnamon Flavor)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2020 12:14


    Arjun and Vishnu have a low rating to assign, but not as low as they expected?

    Ep. 225 | Lucky Leaf Dessert on the Go Peach Créme Dessert

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 12:31


    Arjun and Vishnu are actually pretty thrilled with a..."dessert"??

    Ep. 224 | Tseng Noodles (Scallion with Sichuan Pepper Flavor)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2020 8:23


    Arjun and Vishnu shout out the Ramen Rater and get their noodle game on with some fancy ramen

    Ep. 223 | Trader Joe's Pumpkin Cheesecake

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2020 9:54


    Arjun and Vishnu see if Trader Joe's can keep up their win streak with frozen pies & cakes

    Ep. 222 | Trader Joe's Trader Ming's Kung Pao Tempura Cauliflower

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2020 8:17


    Arjun and Vishnu try a dish by an outdated co-trader of Trader Joe

    Ep. 221 | Trader Joe's Cinnamon Bun Spread

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2020 9:18


    Arjun and Vishnu realize they don't always know what an item is used for just from reading the label

    Ep. 220 | Sun-Maid Bites (PB&J)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 9:26


    Arjun and Vishnu try a new twist on raisin snacks

    Ep. 219 | Trader Joe's Pumpkin Pie Spiced Ginger Brew Sparkling Beverage

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 5:43


    Arjun and Vishnu hand Trader Joe's an L

    Ep. 218 | Trader Joe's Petite Pumpkin Spice Cookies

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 9:24


    Arjun and Vishnu get their fall vibes going with a delicious pumpkin spiced treat

    Ep. 217 | Trader Joe's Maple Sugar Candy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2020 10:30


    Arjun and Vishnu tip their hat to Canada's finest treat

    Ep. 216 | Trader Joe's Joe's Diner Mac 'n Cheese

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2020 7:43


    Arjun and Vishnu try their favorite mac 'n cheese yet

    Ep. 215 | Mrs. T's Pierogies (4 Cheese Medley)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2020 8:44


    Arjun and Vishnu try an Americanized delight of a traditional Central/Eastern European appetizer

    Ep. 214 | Kroger Bakery Brown Butter Cookies

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2020 8:30


    Arjun and Vishnu are impressed with Kroger's in-house bakery. 

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