EVERYPLATE review

 

I've ordered from Everyplate before and it's my favorite out of all the other meal subscriptions. Most of the meals take 30 - 35 minutes to prepare. Since I had received an email with a great deal to come back, I just had to order from them once again.

It's pretty easy to order from them and you do have choices on how many you want to serve such as 2-4 people and meals per week from 3-5 days. You can choose your meal preferences: Meat and veggie, Veggie, Family friends, and Quick and easy.  

You can substitute your meals if you don't happen to like the selection they chose for you, which is a nice feature.

If you continue with the weekly subscription, they do give you a chance to skip a week, just make sure you make that choice by the end date for delivery. It is an overnight delivery and they have it packed with frozen packs to keep the perishable cold.

I ordered 5 days for 4 servings in my settings. The box was delivered before dinner time but it was in the 90's that day and the box was leaking from the condensation inside the box. The meats were no longer frozen but still super cold.

I went through the box and separated the produce, meats, and condiments into separate meal bags so it's easier for me to just grab them out of the refrigerator each evening. 

I wished I had thought about it sooner and I would have photographed the box from beginning to end of the opening. Oh well, maybe next time.

Below are the meals that I had in the box with a description and a review of each meal.

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French Onion Chicken

with Roasted Carrots & Potatoes

 

New French onion twist alert!!! All of the things we love about a bowl of rich broth with caramelized onions and melty cheese... without that moment of scorching the roof of your mouth with that first can’t-wait-any-longer slurp. And, since we’re always looking for more ways to get protein into our diet, this genius combination is being served over perfectly-seared chicken breasts. Plus, served roasted carrots and potatoes on the side. You really can have it all.

MY REVIEW: This recipe was a family favorite. It took around 35 minutes to make, and the caramelized onions were a sweet addition to top the chicken. The potatoes and carrots were cooked to perfection.

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Sweet ’n’ Tangy Cherry Meatballs

with Roasted Zucchini & Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Cherry cola, cherry pie, cherry brandy, cherry... record scratch MEATBALLS?! It’s true, fam: Our chefs went there. This unexpected pairing, but once you dig in, you’ll quickly realize this duo is a straight-up match made in heaven. It’s sweet (cherry jam), savory (chicken stock), and a little kooky (ketchup!). 

MY REVIEW: Who doesn't like meatballs? Actually ME, I'm not a fan but these were really good. The sweet cherry jam ketchup topping was the best part. The garlic mashed potatoes were creamy and had just enough garlic. I cooked the zucchini a little longer because my hubby doesn't like crunchy half-cooked veggies. Cooked up in 35 minutes.

Sweet Chili Pork Tacos

with Red Cabbage Slaw, Zesty Crema & Peanuts

Tacos! There’s just something about ‘em that cannot be beat. Warm tortillas are piled with ponzu and chili sauce–simmered pork, crunchy cabbage slaw, tangy lime crema, and a scattering of peanuts. Once you dig in, you’ll be hit with a dose of vitamin T(aco) so intense, that you’ll forget that your usual tacos (or anything else for that matter) ever existed.

MY REVIEW: We liked the tacos but my hubby has a digestive issue in which he can’t eat raw cabbage and my daughter doesn’t like it. I loved the slaw but didn’t care for the peanuts. The directions said to add oil to fry the pork but it didn’t need it. The cooked meat was dripping with oil. Another quick 30-minute meal. 

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Buffalo Chicken Penne

with Spicy Panko and Scallion

If you’re thinking to yourself: Buffalo chicken is my favorite food and I wish I could eat it literally alllll the time, in every single type of cuisine. We combined all the best things about Buffalo chicken—you know, butter plus hot sauce—and threw it into penne to give you the creamy and spicy dinner of your dreams.

MY REVIEW: This dish was tasty and it wasn’t all that spicy. I didn’t use all the hot sauce which would have made it even spicier. My husband and daughter have issues with spices but they did like it. I would have liked for it to be more creamy and I think if I had added more pasta water that would have done the trick. It took about 35 minutes to make mainly because I had to cook the chicken in two batches.  

Garlicky White Sauce Flatbreads

with Tomato & Roasted Zucchini

Flatbreads > pizza, any dang day of the week. OK, we know that may sound blasphemous, but stick with us: First of all, the golden, crispy crust is a veritable blank canvas. It’s not beholden to simply marinara and mozz! In fact, ours is topped with a creamy, garlicky white sauce, Italian herbs and spices, roasted zucchini and tomato, and melty mozzarella. Can your ’za do that?! Yeah, we didn’t think so. MIC DROP!

MY REVIEW: This particular dish was not a favorite of my family. I think the chunky zucchini was a turn-off.  Since there were 4 of us and I knew my grandson wouldn’t eat it, I made a separate cheese pizza for him. I ended up with extra white sauce which I used for a breakfast pizza on the weekend. Nothing went to waste. It's good to try new things and I'm glad I tried this flatbread recipe.

Have you ever tried Everyplate or any other meal subscriptions? What are your thought, we'd love to hear from you?  Comment below.

Stay sassy,

Kelly
Sassy Silver Sisters
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Restaurant Review - The Sangria Bowl in Culpeper Virginia

The Sangria Bowl

Name of restaurant: The Sangria Bowl

Address: 305 South Main Street, Suite 200, Culpeper, VA 22701

TSB is located on the second floor of the State Theatre in Culpeper, Virginia. The main entrance is under the marquee then follow the signage. You can take the stairs or the elevator.

Date of visit: Thursday, May 12, 2022, 12PM

Hours: 

Monday: closed

Tuesday: 4:30PM - 10PM

Wednesday - Friday: 11:30AM - 3PM, 4:30 PM - 10 PM

Satruday: 11:30AM - 9PM, 10PM - 2AM (select nights)

Sunday: 10AM -  5PM

As long as the weather's decent, the rooftop terrace is open. Reservations are recommended for outdoor seating.

They are a small establishment, 90 minute limits are on reservations. Parties of 10+ are subject to automatic large party gratuity.

DoorDash delivery is available! 

The Sangria Bowl will delight friends, family, and food-lovers with exciting flavors inspired by the Caribbean and South America. Neoclassical theatre vibes, an art deco-inspired sangria bar, a rooftop terrace, and a lively atmosphere frame an inviting exploration of the many delights from their kitchen. The owners are Puerto Rican and Chilean and invite you to enjoy fun and creative sangria, cocktails, and their small plates and taco menu.

Sister's Review:

CATHY I was wondering where this restaurant was located. It is in the old State Theater building. The old theater still has the ticket window. The halls are decorated with lights to add atmosphere. Signs are everywhere pointing the way. It is located on the 2nd floor but there is an elevator, so that is nice. Outdoor seating if you want but it was raining so we decided to stay in.  

It was not busy so we had the place to ourselves!  The music makes the mood fun and the restaurant is decorated nicely. The waitress was attentive and took my joking very well.  

We ordered samples of the sangria flavors. I preferred the pineapple flavor.  

Food came quickly and warm. I had the pork taco. The serving is small but the flavor is very good!  I enjoyed it. The taco shell was a little too tough and greasy for me. 

I asked the waitress if we need to make reservations for lunch on weekdays and she said not Mon-Thurs because their busy time is for dinner and weekends. If you want to secure your table, you should probably make a reservation though.  

Overall, I enjoyed it. The prices are reasonable. Interesting place to have a meal.​

Rhonda  I had the Strawberry Salad.  It was made with arugula and spinach and had some crumbled cheese as well which was not in the description.  It was a mild cheese.   It had lots of cut strawberries more than any salad I have ever had.  The salad came with a strawberry cream dressing.  It was pink in color and on the thick side.  The taste was a little tangy, mild not overpowering.  All in all, I thought the serving size was great and the flavor delicious. 

Kelly The sangria is was I was looking forward to trying. We ordered a sample of four. The flavors were Lavendar Lemonade, Pineapple, Cherry Red Wine, and Strawberry. My favorite was the pineapple. The others weren't as flavorful as I had hoped. I ordered the Caribbean Wrap which featured Jerk chicken, lettuce, pineapple mango salsa, and black beans wrap. I did have a bit of a bite but was not overpowering. It was served with a delicious spring side salad with mixed greens, apples, and cheese. The serving size was just right for lunch. I'd order this dish again.

We decided we would try a couple of desserts and ordered the Tres Leche cake and the Cheese and Guava Empanada. The Tres Leche cake was sweet, moist, and spongy just like it should be. The empanada was a delicious surprise. The guava gave it the sweetness it needed because the cheese didn't have that much flavor and was a bit tough, assuming because it was deep-fried. The crust was crispy and flaky. 

Star rating: ⭐⭐ ⭐ ⭐ out of 5 - We gave the restaurant 4 stars because we weren't all 100% pleased with the food. But that being said, we would give it another try because we loved the atmosphere and the staff was superb. If you live in the area, we recommend trying The Sangria Bowl out for a change.

Cathy made this cute video, check it out!

• Our rating system is 1 - 5 stars.

• 1 ⭐ = Poor. There’s nothing good about the restaurant. We won't be returning.
• 2 ⭐ ⭐ = Okay. The restaurant has one or two good qualities. It might be a delicious dish, helpful staff, or an inviting atmosphere. Still, you have no interest in visiting again.
• 3 ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ = Good. A fine example of a specific kind of restaurant. It can be delicious food with excellent service. We may think about returning if we wish to have that particular cuisine.
• 4 ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ = Excellent. Delicious food, appealing atmosphere, helpful staff, and brilliant service.
• 5 ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ = Extraordinary. Meets an elite standard by which you judge all other restaurants. The staff is always ready to help, the premises are extremely clean, the atmosphere is lovely, and the food is both delicious and beautifully presented.
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Six Make Ahead Freezer Meals

Do you like to save time and money? Make-ahead freezer meals save time and money. I typically make a meal for the three of us and freeze the leftovers. It's always a great idea to have a few meals in the freezer for those busy days.

I recommend making extra of every meal during a full week, then you will have a full week of dinners in a pinch.

Prepping freezer meals starts with buying enough ingredients to make at least two family meals at once. 

Use nonporous containers like glass dishes, freezer bags, and those foil pans you can get 2 for $1.25 at the Dollar Tree to store your meals. Most of these recipes are delicious for up to four months.

• Herb Roasted Chicken & Vegetables Freezer Meal

Image credit Blair Londergran 

This dish is not only simple and delicious, but it's also budget-friendly when you use flavor-packed chicken drumsticks. Make sure to thaw this freezer meal in the fridge the night before to speed up oven cooking time.

Get the recipe here.

• Chicken Fajita Freezer Dinner Packets

  

  Image credit: Christine Han

  
  

Create a southwestern marinade for chicken, chop up some onions and bell peppers, and package ingredients individually for a fajita kit. I need to make this one!

Get the recipe here.

• Easy Taco Casserole Freezer Meal 

  

              Image credit Eating on a Dime

  
  

This recipe you can serve with a salad, tortilla chips, or even tortillas to make a burrito.

Get the recipe here.

• Easy Make-Ahead Freezer Meal Meatloaf

Image credit One Hundred Dollar a Month

Make a few loaves at a time, and when you’re ready to indulge, just pop a pan in the oven. 

I have done this before especially when the recipe calls for 2 pounds of meat. I 

split it in half and freeze one. Easy peasy!

Get the recipe here.

 

• Tuscan Pasta Make-Ahead Freezer Meal

Image credit Six Sisters' Stuff

When making this into a freezer meal – put the noodles, sauce, and chicken into two 9×9 foil tins. Wait until it cools down a little, place foil on top, and stick in the freezer. To cook when frozen: Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes or until heated through. To cook when frozen but then thawed: Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Get the recipe here.

• Make-Ahead Stromboli Kit Freezer Meal

  

  photo credit Frugally Blonde

  
  

Who needs takeout pizza when you can make your own Stromboli in minutes. Just prep all your ingredients and dough, freeze and assemble just before baking. 

Get the recipe here. 

Do you make freezer meals? Do you have a favorite you'd like to share? Please comment below 👇 we'd love to hear from you.

Stay sassy, 

Kelly

Sassy Silver Sisters 

Cathy, Rhonda & Kelly

 

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