Caffe D’Vita: Smoothies are for Marathons

In the last three years I’ve become a marathoner and I’m looking to run the race of my life soon. If you think smoothies are delicious and you like to workout strenuously, like I do, then keep reading.

I realize that smoothies might not be ideal in January where you live. But I live in Orlando, Florida where the weather is always perfect so it is completely acceptable for me to drink smoothies all year around. My suggestion to you is to pretend like you live in Orlando and end your workouts with a smoothie no matter what it is like outside.

I have been into smoothies for some time now. For a summer in college I worked at a place that made smoothies and I have likened myself an expert ever since. Smoothies are one of the easiest ways to replenish your body after a hard workout or long run.

My goal when I make a smoothie is to put back as much energy into my body as I can to replace those that I just used during my exercise.

These days I may add: Frozen Black Berries, Frozen Mango Chunks, fresh Kiwis, fresh Banana, some 100% Pomegranate Juice, protein powder, or a handful of slivered almonds. But all smoothies should begin with Caffe D’Vita’s Vanilla Base (link to website) A good rule of thumb is that I tend to follow is that a smoothie should have a variety of colors before it is blended

Using either cubed or crushed ice with a traditional blender works very well, although I like my smoothies thick but am too impatient to consume with a spoon..

Hopefully you found this helpful. For the most part though, all it takes are some good Caffe D’Vita powdered mix ingredients and a blender. If you are interested in becoming a Caffe D’Vita foodservice distributor, we would be happy to provide you with the resources to market Caffe D’Vita products to your customers.

To contact us, simply click here or call us at 800-200-5005 x315.

Caffe D’Vita’s premium foodservice products will exceed your quality and taste standards as our Cappuccino products have for over 39 years.

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice Lineup Blended Iced Coffees Premium Cappuccino Mix Fruit Cream Smoothies Premium Base Mixes Classic Cream Smoothies Hot Cocoa Espresso Chai Tea Lattes Iced Cappuccinos Single Serve Envelopes

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice

800-200-5005 x315 [email protected] www.caffedvita.com/foodservice.htm

 

 

Caffe D’Vita: Stuff to do Before the Chill Ends

Layer on snuggly fashion accessories, buy some Uggs and try something steamy! Cool winter mornings, with a nip in the air and cozy evenings are but fleeting guests for another few weeks with the U.S. well into winter weather. While it might be bliss to park yourself in front of that fireplace and wile away your time, why not make the best of the wintry weather before it’s too late? There are a host of activities and list of things that you could do before the weather turns and springs on you.

Heat things up, pun intended, spend a few extra hours under the covers, indulge in a romantic evening in front of a fire or just enjoy the cozy warmth of a loved ones arms. Lose some fun-loving bets at board games or even cuddle up and watch that romantic movie. Get together with friends and family and build a cozy fire a warm for informal evening at home. It’s as close to heaven as one can get.

On a chilly winter day, try all of Caffe D’Vita’s delicious hot cappuccinos or hot chocolate drinks. For those who prefer the exotic taste of chai tea, make some Caffe D’Vita Enchanted Chai Tea Latte.

Winter months are also the best time to go for a long lazy Sunday brunch date or have some chicken soup for the soul, there’s nothing like a cup of steaming soup to lift your spirits after a long cold day.

Maybe, just maybe, it’s time to fall in love again. Now that could be with another person or perhaps it’s time to bring a snuggly new pet into your life. So, if you want to warm things up, have a fling, try something different and fall in love this winter. Cuddling is never more fun than in frosty winter weather.

Feel the warmth of a new love and cool air at the nape of your neck and enjoy all the warm delicious beverages Caffe D’Vita offers.

Customer Service and Premium Ingredients remain our greatest priorities as we continue to develop new and exciting products. Please shop the website for a complete listing of products available to you…our valued customer.

If you are interested in becoming a Caffe D’Vita foodservice distributor, we would be happy to provide you with the resources to market Caffe D’Vita products to your customers.

To contact us, simply click here or call us at 800-200-5005 x315. Caffe D’Vita’s premium foodservice products will exceed your quality and taste standards as our Cappuccino products have for over 39 years. Caffe D’Vita Foodservice Lineup Blended Iced Coffees Premium Cappuccino Mix Fruit Cream Smoothies Classic Cream Smoothies Hot Cocoa Espresso Chai Tea Lattes Iced Cappuccinos

Single Serve Envelopes Caffe D’Vita Foodservice 800-200-5005 x315 [email protected] www.caffedvita.com/foodservice.htm

 

 

Sugar-Free Eggnog

My grandfather is a twinkle-eyed twelve year-old during the holidays. I say this with more love and respect than you can imagine, of course, but facts are facts. He answers the phone with a “Gobble-Gobble” on Thanksgiving, scheming with the aim at shocking/scaring my Aunt Stacy one way or another. One time, a couple of years ago, he got up from the table and snuck out of the house. Minutes later, he returned with a clean-shaven face (something he hasn’t sported since his twenties). Stacy nearly fell out of her chair.

His enigmatic, sprite-like sense of humor has only become wonkier with age, and when you mix a little brandy into the equation, he is positively relentless. He orders “sky-juice” at restaurants in lieu of water and when relatives call bidding tidings of great joy, he tells my grandmother that, if it’s his girlfriend, he is not home.

Come Christmas time, he nearly dances a jig when eggnog hits the stores. To my grandmother’s chagrin, he bustles about stocking their refrigerator with as many cartons of eggnog as he can possibly fit. The twinkle in his eye grows brighter and the pranks on Stacy become more frequent.

The discovery of diabetes however, has understandably hindered this excitement. But fortunately, I recently found out that you can now make a traditional or “cooked” version of his favorite holiday treat, eggnog by using Caffe D’Vita’s Sugar-Free (containing Splenda) French Vanilla Cappuccino mix. Here’s the recipe:

Ingredients for Eggnog: 4 separated egg yolks 4 separated egg whites 1/3 cup of Caffe D’Vita’s Sugar-Free French Vanilla mix 3 ounces of bourbon 1 teaspoon of freshly grated nutmeg

Preparation:

In a bowl gradually add the 1/3 cup of Caffe D’Vita’s Sugar-Free French Vanilla mix and egg yolks and continue to beat the mixture until it is completely dissolved. Add bourbon and nutmeg and stir. Beat the mixture until stiff peaks form. In a bowl beat the egg yolks until they lighten in color. Gradually add the 1/3 cup of Caffe D’Vita’s Sugar-Free French Vanilla mix. Continue to beat the mixture until it is completely dissolved. Set it aside.

In a medium saucepan, over high heat, combine the egg and Vanilla mixture. Warm everything in the pot and cook until the mixture reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the bourbon. Pour everything into a medium mixing bowl.

Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Whisk the egg whites into the chilled mixture. For a final touch, serve the eggnog with a cinnamon stick or a sprig of mint. Chill everything and serve.

A family-run business whose reputation is matched only by the quality of their products, Caffe D’Vita has been gracing dinner tables and firesides for over 37 years. Each of our delicious, instant hot and cold beverage mixes are made with premium ingredients (without all of the trans fats, hydrogenated oils or gluten you find in competitors’ recipes) and they have a long shelf life. Order online at http://www.caffedvita.com.

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice Lineup:
Blended Iced Coffees
Premium Cappuccino
Mix Fruit Cream Smoothies
Hot Cocoa
Espresso
Chai Tea Lattes
Iced Cappuccinos
Single Serve Envelopes.

Caffe D’Vita’s products have a long shelf life, are kosher, are quick to make, and can be used with either a blender or granita machine. The premium ingredients are guaranteed to produce accurate serving results every time. Our unique customer service and promotional support is backed by over 37 years of experience in the premium beverage industry. Customer Service and Premium

Ingredients remain our greatest priorities as we continue to develop new and exciting products. Please shop the website for a complete listing of products available to you…our valued customer. If you are interested in becoming a Caffe D’Vita foodservice distributor, we would be happy to provide you with the resources to market Caffe D’Vita products to your customers.

To contact us, simply click here or call us at 800-200-5005 x315. Caffe D’Vita’s premium foodservice products will exceed your quality and taste standards as our Cappuccino products have for over 37 years.

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice 800-200-5005 x315 [email protected] www.caffedvita.com/foodservice.htm

 

Confessions of a Cappuccino Aficionado

It is now December…and that makes me a very, very cold individual.

I don’t mean this in a Scrooge-like way…I love the holidays. I love that this is the time of year we get to be with the ones we love and celebrate, with each other and I thoroughly enjoy the decorations and baked treats that come with the holidays. My issue is with the weather. I am a tropical creature. I was designed to soak in the sun on the beach with a margarita in my hand. There was never a time that I recall authorizing this sudden shiver-inducing weather shift…it just happens.

There is, however, a silver lining to this chill-you-to-the-bone-ness that we like to refer to as “winter”: I now have an excuse to drink all of the cappuccino and hot chocolate I want. This is the time of year where I can freely indulge in the steamy spicy sweetness of a classic chai or the bright and fresh aroma of peppermint mocha…and that, in and of itself, is something to be holly and jolly about.

When I’m in the mood to snuggle up with a hot mug of cappuccino, the only brand I turn to is Caffe D’Vita. A family-run business whose reputation is matched only by the quality of their products, Caffe D’Vita has been gracing dinner tables and firesides for over 37 years. Each of their delicious, instant hot and cold beverage mixes are made with premium ingredients (without all of the trans fats, hydrogenated oils or gluten you find in competitors’ recipes) and they have a long shelf life, so your favorite instant beverage will last you throughout the holiday season.

Order online at http://www.caffedvita.com.

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice Lineup: Blended Iced Coffees Premium Cappuccino Mix Fruit Cream Smoothies Hot Cocoa Espresso Chai Tea Lattes Iced Cappuccinos Single Serve Envelopes. Caffe D’Vita’s products have a long shelf life, are kosher, are quick to make, and can be used with either a blender or granita. The premium ingredients are guaranteed to produce accurate serving results every time. Our unique customer service and promotional support is backed by over 37 years of experience in the premium beverage industry.

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice Lineup:
Blended Iced Coffees
Premium Cappuccino Mix
Fruit Cream Smoothies
Hot Cocoa
Espresso
Chai Tea Lattes
Iced Cappuccinos
Single Serve Envelopes

If you are interested in becoming a Caffe D’Vita distributor, we would be happy to provide you with the resources to market Caffe D’Vita products to your customers. To contact us, simply call us at 800-200-5005 x315. Caffe D’Vita’s premium foodservice products will exceed your quality and taste standards as our Cappuccino products have for over 37 years.

Caffe D’Vita Food Service800-200-5005 x315
Email: [email protected] www.caffedvita.com/foodservice.htm

 

Holiday Traditions and Candy Cane Lore

Just before Christmas, in seventeenth century Europe, a choirmaster looked over his notes regarding that year’s Christmas pageant. The event was to be spectacular: a drawn-out affair complete with living mangers and live animals—reenactments and beautifully performed psalms. A visual delight for church patrons, it was designed to truly celebrate the Christmas story. The adults would be delighted; the children would be bored.

The choirmaster reflected over this. What good would it be to plan such an extravagant performance if there would be children rustling and sighing throughout the whole thing?

And then he came up with a solution. At this time, in lieu of the modern pacifier, parents would occupy unruly children with sticks of white sugar. The choirmaster—in an effort to calm the restless kids—ordered that enough sticks of sugar be available to hand out to all of the children. He even found a way to tie it in with the Christmas story: instead of handing out straight sticks, he had them fashioned into the symbol of a shepherd’s: crook or cane.

The idea was such a success that, before long, it was being implemented throughout Europe. These candy canes were eventually given several symbolic meanings that tied them into the bible and, of course, throughout history more have been added.

The hardness of the candy supposedly represents the Church’s foundation (like solid rock). The white canes were also symbolic of Mary’s purity during the conception. The fact that held upside down, the shape of the Shepherd’s Crook becomes a “J” (for Jesus) only further encouraged its popularity. The refreshing peppermint flavor of a candy cane even hints to hyssop—which was a purification herb listed in the Old Testament.

The candy cane made its first reported debut in America in 1847, when a German immigrant hung the canes on his Christmas tree in Ohio. The then all-white candy decorated Christmas cards and became one of the many symbols associated with Christmas and the holiday season.

Around 1900, the look of the cane shifted: three red stripes suddenly appeared. The stripes are said to represent many things: the trinity, the blood spilled by Christ at Cavalry’s tree, and Christ’s love being among them. When a candy cane has a green stripe, it is symbolic of gift-giving.

From then-on-out, Candy Canes were striped.

Refreshingly sweet and seeped in religious lore, peppermint candy canes have become so integrated into holiday traditions that even the simple taste of peppermint makes us think of donning our stockings and decking the halls.

At Caffe D’Vita, you can bring the refreshing tradition of sweet peppermint home with our delicious Peppermint Mocha Cappuccinos.

Just add 5 ounces of water or milk to 3 teaspoons of our premium Peppermint Mocha Mix into your favorite 6-ounce mug and stir. Top it with whipped cream and dust it with some green sprinkles. Top it with whipped cream and dust it with some green sprinkles or if you like add a classic red-and-white candy cane stirrer and it’s ready to serve. Add a classic red-and-white candy cane stirrer and it’s ready to serve.

You can also combine 3 ounces of dairy, almond or soy milk into a blender with 3 tablespoons of all-natural Peppermint Mocha mix and 3 ice cubes. Blend it together until it’s smooth for a minty smoothie or add peppermint schnapps and serve it as a cocktail with a crushed candy cane rim.

Caffe D’Vita’s products have a long shelf life, are kosher, are quick to make, and can be used with either a blender or granita. The premium ingredients are guaranteed to produce accurate serving results every time. Our unique customer service and promotional support is backed by over 37 years of experience in the premium beverage industry.

To contact us, simply call 800-200-5005 x315.

Caffe D’Vita’s premium foodservice products will exceed your quality and taste standards as our Cappuccino products have for over 36 years.

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice Lineup:

Blended Iced Coffees

Premium Cappuccino Mix

Fruit Cream Smoothies

Hot Cocoa

Espresso

Chai Tea Lattes

Iced Cappuccinos

Single Serve Envelopes

Caffe D’Vita Food Service

800-200-5005 x315 [email protected] www.caffedvita.com/foodservice.htm

 

 

Pumpkin Spice Smoothie and Cappuccino

I love autumn. I love the crisp air and the cozy nights by the fire—I love the excitement of the holidays and the way we immediately feel closer to our loved ones. There’s just something so intimate about holiday traditions and I take comfort in knowing that everyone else feels the same way.

Our senses pick up on so many wonderful sensations during the holiday season. We feel the cold air coming in, we see the leaves changing, we hear the sounds of crunching leaves. And then there are the smells and tastes!

Growing up, I remember two very distinct scents that would trigger that sense of comfort and the exciting “the holidays are here” feeling: the cinnamon broomstick my mother always hung on the front door…and the scent of pumpkin pie lingering throughout the house.

The thing I’ve always liked about pumpkins (other than the fact, of course, that they are delicious) is that they are the one food that really offers a transition between holidays. We carve them up in October and then, in November, we bake them into pies and puddings—breads and muffins.

Pumpkins are so incorporated into our fall and winter festivities that even the scent of cooked pumpkin stirs within us a sense of togetherness and comfort. In this season, we coax the sweet scent and flavor of pumpkin for use in every possible way, from pies and muffins to candles and even lotions and soaps. But isn’t that what’s great about ‘pumpkin’!

This holiday, enjoy that much-coveted pumpkin fix with Caffe D’Vita’s traditional Pumpkin Spice Cappuccino mix. Creamy and delicious, this all-natural mix is excellent when served hot for the holidays and even goes well in a smoothie year-round.

Just place two teaspoons of Caffe D’Vita’s premium Pumpkin Spice Cappuccino mix into a 6-oz cup and add 5-oz of hot water. Stir thoroughly and top it with whipped cream lightly dusted with pumpkin spice, cinnamon, or nutmeg.

If you want to make a Pumpkin Spice Smoothie, blend 3-oz of water or milk, 3 large ice cubes and 3 teaspoons of Caffe D’Vita’s premium Pumpkin Spice Cappuccino mix into a blender. Blend it until it’s smooth and pour it into a frosty glass. Top it with whipped cream and dust it with pumpkin spice, cinnamon, or nutmeg.

Caffe D’Vita’s products have a long shelf life, are kosher, are quick to make, and can be made hot or cold and with either a blender or granita machine. The premium ingredients are guaranteed to produce accurate serving results every time. Our unique customer service and promotional support is backed by over 37 years of experience in the premium beverage industry.

If you are interested in becoming a Caffe D’Vita foodservice distributor, we would be happy to provide you with the resources to market Caffe D’Vita products to your customers.

To contact us, simply click here or call us at 800-200-5005 x315.

Caffe D’Vita’s premium foodservice products will exceed your quality and taste standards as our Cappuccino products have for over 37 years.

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice Lineup
Blended Iced Coffees
Premium Cappuccino Mix
Fruit Cream Smoothies
Premium Base Mixes
Classic Cream Smoothies
Hot Cocoa
Espresso
Chai Tea Lattes
Iced Cappuccinos
Single Serve Envelopes

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice
800-200-5005 x315
[email protected]
www.caffedvita.com/foodservice.htm

 

Caffe D’Vita: 40 Years of Quality and Dedicated Service

In a fickle and disruptive economic climate, many family-run businesses have taken a hard hit. Despite the downturn of the market, however, Caffe D’Vita has managed to thrive: surviving and pressing on, all the while keeping the competitive edge we’ve maintained for the last 40 years. That is because we believe that a stable family business recognizes the emotional impact of their leadership style on the company, its employees, and customers.
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Caffe D’Vita Cappuccino, Hot Cocoa and Chai

There is something so quaint about inviting somebody over for coffee. Whether you’re entertaining guests or you are simply catching up with neighbors and friends, serving coffee is a traditional gesture that is both simple and hospitable.

The phrasing is, of course, simply a figure of speech. These days, we are not just limited to the conventional standard pot of coffee or the kettle of Earl Grey.

Made with Arabica coffee and the finest flavorings, Caffe D’Vita’s cappuccinos come in flavors ranging from Sugar-Free French Vanilla and Mocha to unique blends featuring Hazelnut and Amaretto. Indulge in our White Chocolate or English Toffee or savor the hint of Seville orange in our delightful Orange Mocha.

Caffe D’Vita’s Enchanted Chai Tea Latte provides a comforting blend of exotic teas, spices and milk that can be enjoyed anytime. Serve it hot, iced, or blended for the perfect premium Chai Frappe or it can be added to baked goods like muffins and cakes. At Caffe D’Vita, you can pick between either classic spiced chai, vanilla chai, or (back by popular demand), our chocolate chai.

If your chocolate fix requires something a bit more traditional, try a steaming cup of our classic Hot Cocoa. We use Dutch-processed cocoa to create a premium chocolate beverage that is rich and creamy and can be enjoyed throughout the day.

Products are available in 2-lb bags for food service. Single-serve packets and 1-lb canisters are also available.

If you are planning on entertaining guests or if you want to bring something other than the typical casserole or bundt cake to the next dinner party, you can prepare up to 3.8 gallons of cappuccino, hot cocoa, or chai tea and keep it in an airport. Incredibly efficient and easy to transport, airpots will save you money in the long run because you can keep your coffee warm for hours without wasting electricity.

If you are interested in becoming a Caffe D’Vita foodservice distributor, we would be happy to provide you with the resources to market Caffe D’Vita products to your customers.

To contact us, simply click here or call us at 800-200-5005 x315. Caffe D’Vita’s premium foodservice products will exceed your quality and taste standards as our Cappuccino products have for over 37 years.

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice Lineup Blended Iced Coffees Premium Cappuccino Mix Fruit Cream Smoothies Classic Cream Smoothies Hot Cocoa Espresso Chai Tea Lattes Iced Cappuccinos Single Serve Envelopes

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice

800-200-5005 x315 [email protected] www.caffedvita.com/foodservice.htm

 

 

Caffe D’Vita Sugar-Free Drinks Are Great For Kids

Caffe D’Vita offers a lineup of sugar-free products that are made with Splenda®. They are designed specifically for those health conscious customers with glucose imbalances and for those who are simply watching their weight. Each delicious flavor is made without sugar, hydrogenated oils or trans fats.

These sugar-free blends won’t spike your glucose levels and are brimming with all of the rich, creamy flavor you’ve come to expect from Caffe D’Vita.  Treat yourself and your family to timeless flavors like classic Mocha and French Vanilla Cappuccinos or indulge in a steaming cup of sugar-free creamy Hot Chocolate.

Visit their website, at http://www.caffedvita.com/sfree.htm, for the complete list of products, along with discounts and special promotions.

If you are interested in becoming a Caffe D’Vita foodservice distributor, we would be happy to provide you with the resources to market Caffe D’Vita products to your customers.

To contact us, simply click here or call us at 800-200-5005 x315.

Caffe D’Vita’s premium foodservice products will exceed your quality and taste standards as our Cappuccino products have for over 36 years.

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice Lineup
Blended Iced Coffees
Premium Cappuccino Mix
Fruit Cream Smoothies
Classic Cream Smoothies
Hot Cocoa
Espresso
Chai Tea Lattes
Iced Cappuccinos
Single Serve Envelopes

Caffe D’Vita Foodservice
800-200-5005 x315
[email protected]
www.caffedvita.com/foodservice.htm