I usually post the best in fashion or best in beauty, but honestly, makeup is a thing of the past and I rarely left my house due to covid! This year it's the best in food - Covid weight is a thing! I've come across a few inventive products this past year, but narrowed it down to my four must-haves.

I'm a self-proclaimed victim of Instagram ads - I love finding new items and sharing with friends and family, so I usually buy in bulk. Amount so many others, I discovered Goodles on Instagram.

It was Gal Gadot (who can resist her) that got my attention - She posted a video of herself making Goodles - The healthy Mac and cheese. I'm a HUGE fan of Mac and cheese AND I don't really care that it's not uber healthy, BUT if given an alternative tasty option, I'll go with the healthy version. 

These "gooder" noodles come in four flavors - Cheddy Mac, Shella Good, Twist my Parm and Mover and Shaker. I highly suggest purchasing the variety pack, so you can try all four. 

These good-for-you noodles are SO YUMMY! I was super surprised to learn that these recipes have 14gr of protein, 6gr fiber with prebiotics, 21 nutrients from plants, no artificial flavor or preservatives AND real cheese. 

This stuff is GOOD! You can enjoy the beloved mac and cheese without having to compromise on taste and still packed with healthy ingredients. 

I discovered this style of coffee preparation while glamping. The tiny cabins at Getaway House provide a different brand name, but the idea is similar. 

Copper Cow Coffee is my new favorite morning beverage. You can purchase the coffee alone or Lattes that include a sweet creamer for each cup. Copper Cow Coffee flavors include - classic, vanilla (my favorite), churro, salted caramel and lavender. The lattes include additional flavors - peppermint, mocha, pumpkin spice and decaf.

The process is simple - pour the creamer in your cup, place the coffee filter on the rim of the cup, tear off the top and slowly pouring hot water. Each cup is freshly brewed. This process is perfect for camping or any outdoor activity where you have access to boiling water. 

SO, I definitely went a little overboard with the Opopop discovery - Another amazing Instagram find. I purchased a sample pack for myself and after one bowl, was addicted. I went online and purchased a popcorn kit for everyone on my Christmas list (approx. 10 kits). 

This gourmet popcorn is delicious and comes in a variety of flavors - Vanilla Cake Pop, Cinnalicious, Maui Heat, Chedapeno, Fancy Butter, Salted Umami and the test launch, Lightly Salted. They include the test launch, so you can get the popping time in your microwave spot on before trying the gourmet flavors.

All the flavors are gluten-free and the popcorn is non-GMO. Except Chedapeno and Fancy Butter, the other flavors are also vegan.

The seasonal popcorn kit included Fancy Butter, Salted Caramel and Gingersnap - This is what I gave friends and family for Christmas. AND, everyone loved the unique gift.

You receive an Opopop popcorn popping bowl with each kit and you can purchase a bowl separately. I have two bowls, one for sweet flavors and one for savory popcorn. The popper is BPA free and it says dishwasher safe. BUT, after one run through the dishwasher, my bowl had a soap scent. SO, I just give mine a super hot rinse.

This popcorn reigns supreme. The flavors are delicious and there's something for every preferred taste. I recommend going with the discovery kit - You will receive a bowl and seven pouches of popcorn (sixty-three cups of popcorn). 

SO, I included a nutritious Mac and cheese, freshly brewed coffee for one and an addictive snack. The Gardyn is an DIY growing system for herbs, veggies, flowers and a variety of Uber-healthy leaves. 

This hydroponic gardening system allows you to grow your own healthy essentials. No pesticides AND best part - You don't have to vigorously wash any of your produce to remove potentially harmful agents.

There is more to this innovative system - It is AI-powered. The Gardyn device has three columns, thirty spaces for pods, a customizable lighting system, two cameras and Kelby - Your very own advisor!

The AI-powered component includes two cameras that watch your garden. You will receive automatic messages regarding low-water levels and root maintenance. You will also get gardening tips - When to harvest, your leaves look like they're in need of some extra love.. You have to put in the physical effort, but you don't need to have any prior gardening knowledge - Kelby is with you all the way.

There are SO many items to choose from and the list continues to grow. I started with the beginner pack and from there learned what I will harvest and use most in my daily menu. I found the veggies to be harder to grow and have had few dud pods - If you don't see growth within two weeks, toss the pod and plant something different. 

I love the kale (I have 8 pods of kale and kale lacinato growing at all times).   Other favorites include the swiss chard, buttercrunch and romaine for salads. I always try different herbs, but have a few favorites - thyme, parsley, basil, chives and dill. 

The veggies, leaves and herbs are 100% organic and non-GMO. The hydroponic Gardyn is the ultimate garden-to-table system. Everyone should have one of these. The gardening aspect is relaxing AND the Gardyn unit looks great in your kitchen!