Wasabi, as you may have noticed, is becoming more popular in snacks. Wasabi Peas were the first snack that gave me the burn that I wanted. Many other snacks just don’t do it right. A while back, I first tried Blue Diamond Smokehouse almonds and I can say they have wow factor. But they’ve done better with not one, but two new flavors.

The Wasabi and Soy Sauce flavor, like the other flavors basically amount to a salty concoction stuck to each almond. But don’t let that description cheapen the taste. They come in, from what I have found, three popular sizes. The family size can, the individual can, and the smaller one serving packets. I’m too lazy to give you the .oz here. Depending on the store, these almonds can be pricey. Try to pick them up at Target when they run two for $5 for the smaller cans occasionally. You can find the packets at some gas stations.
I like to buy both the Wasabi Soy and the Lime ‘n Chile flavors at the same time and switch back and forth. This is one snack that you won’t get tired of. And being almonds, you’ll feel pretty good about them. I just wish I would start seeing the packets available in vending machines. It’s a perfect fit.

I went on a road trip over the Christmas and New Year holidays. Friends and I went out west to hike and goof around. My good friend made it a point to get everyone presents. Knowing I’m always on snack hunts, he gave me a gift I’ll remember for a long time.

The Vosges “Haut Chocolat” box set is a pricy little collection of four bars. Online they will run you about $30. When you love new flavors, four bars seems like too little, but these still make a great luxury gift.

I was given the box set A as my gift. The others look just as fun, so I bet my friend had quite a time choosing. Likely the Ginger Wasabi was the deal breaker. We shared all the tastes among the group, these being good size chocolate bars and all I can say is it gave me a new appreciation for quality. My only complaint was the Gianduja Bar was almost unnecessary, but this was because the other bars were so surprising.

Box A: Black Pearl, Red Fire, Naga, Gianduja

Box B: Barcelona, Creole, Woolloomooloo, Oaxaca

Box C: Goji, Macha, Calindia, d’Oliva

I’ll leave you to research it at the Vosges website, and consider one of these sets for your next high society gift to a friend or loved one. They are memorable.