My sister has been raving about LÄRABAR for years because she’s the more athletic one of us. So, when Jess Bennett from Palette PR asked if I’d like to try some, I said sure.I received a lovely sampler with four different flavours (Cashew Cookie, Coconut Cream Pie, Pecan Pie and if memory serves me correctly, Ginger Snap) in a stainless steel thermos. They’re all made with various unprocessed, uncooked combinations of two to eight different ingredients consisting of fruit, nuts and spices. I’ve tried about six or seven different flavours. My favourite ones are Cinnamon Roll and Ginger Snap although I’d really like to taste Peanut Butter & Jelly and Cocoa Mole.
According to LÄRABAR, three new flavours are coming soon. Although the flavours sound creative and these bars are relatively tasty, I’m not sure I’d go as far as saying they’re “indulgent deserts” – a claim I read on the Wikipedia page.
If you’ve been reading Bargainista for a while, you probably know I’ve eaten a lot of NutriSystem and my favourite items were the bars. LÄRABAR is a completely different type of product. I think it’s designed more as an energy bar than a meal supplement. I really like the idea there are no additives. For those of you who are concerned about various allergies (except for allergies to nuts) and dietary restrictions, you may want to take a closer look LÄRABAR.
Being able to purchase LÄRABAR at many retail outlets including grocery and health food stores make them easily accessible. I’m also comfortable giving them to my kids who want to give them a try as soon as they come home from camp. As for the price, I’ve spent anywhere from $1.99-$2.99 per bar. I’ve found grocery stores tend to be less expensive than convenience stores and health food stores are selling them anywhere within that range.
UPDATE: Costco sells a 12-pack for $15.99 with three flavours - Key Lime Pie, Cashew Cookie and Cocoa Coconut Chew - it’s a great deal. I’d like it better if there were more flavours or at least two combinations to choose from.
Perhaps, like my sister you’re a fan of LÄRABAR. If so, you may want to check out their fan page or tweets.
Have you ever tried LÄRABAR? What are your favourite flavours?
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Hey Bargainista sis.
ReplyDeleteYou didn't mention the flavor I'm addicted to. It's Banana. Cherry pie is a close second. Whole Foods (at least in the US) gives you a discount if you purchase them by the box. They don't have a ton of protein but are definitely a good after work out or in between meal snack.
xox,
Fashionista/healthy food eater
Hey Sis, Perhaps it's because I haven't seen Banana flavour in Canada. ;-) I'd buy a box if I could buy a mix of flavours. Perhaps they'll produce another bar that's also a protein supplement. I'd like to see that too.
ReplyDeleteCheers,
Eden