Whether you're looking for something for a teacher, a friend, a co-worker (or yourself) this Christmas, a candle is always a good choice. The best scented candles make wonderful gifts that help set the mood, whether it’s relaxation, coziness or a nice mix of both. BOB has rounded up some of his favorite holiday candles, packaged in glass Mason jars...

Several years ago, mason jars were pretty much strictly used for canning. Now, most likely thanks to social media, they are great for portable single-serve meals on-the-go. Whether you are looking for an easy, on-the-go breakfast or something Pinterest-worthy to share with your followers, BOB has some great recipes to share. Mason jar overnight berry oatmeal Starting your day off...

Drizzled on top of pancakes or mixed in with baked beans or sweet potatoes, maple syrup is a staple in kitchens around the world. Its rich story dates back to the 1500s when the first written documentation of maple sugaring in North America was reported by French explorer André Thévet. Today, it’s packaged in beautiful glass bottles and drizzled on...

Before the pandemic, only 12 states allowed direct-to-consumer deliveries of alcoholic beverages. However, as local governments support struggling food businesses, many governors have signed executive orders temporarily allowing restaurants, bars and other establishments with alcohol permits to extend their alcohol offerings beyond the dining room. Now, takeout and delivery of alcoholic drinks has become the temporary norm for the vast...

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly changed the retail landscape and consumer spending. With the closure of bars and restaurants, the demand for packaged food and beverages for consumption at home has significantly increased. This has led to increased demand for jarred food, such as pasta sauce, BBQ sauce, pickles and salsa. Whether you are grilling out or cooking in the...

When I found out we were adding a 9oz refrigerator jar to the BOB website, I was really excited! I mean, this glass jar is not only adorable, it’s also manufactured in the United States out of high-quality, traditional flint (clear) glass. There are multiple products that can be packaged in the 9oz refrigerator jar, so it is impossible to...

With the colder weather, there’s nothing cozier than a steaming bowl of chili. When it comes to chili, everyone seems to have a favorite recipe. Whether you prefer beef, turkey, noodles or just beans, there’s no right or wrong way to do chili. For those looking to spice up their recipe, or give their chili a jump start, a popular...

When you think of Thanksgiving desserts, pumpkin pie is probably the first one that comes to mind. It's hard to imagine an American Thanksgiving table without pumpkin pie. I’m sure many of you have some cherished family recipes dating back to your grandparents or great grandparents. For those of you that don’t, let me tell you about a game changer...

I must admit, salad is one of my favorite foods. And, it’s not the lettuce that’s my favorite part – it’s that savory dressing. From garden to chef and caesar to cobb, different salad varieties require unique dressings to give them that extra special flavor. Salad dressings have a long, colorful history, dating back to ancient times. Today, in North...

Let’s face it, who hasn’t scarfed down an entire jar of salsa in one sitting? Admittedly, salsa is one of my all-time favorite condiments. I’m not one of those people who likes salsa on eggs, but I love all varieties of salsa with crisp tortilla chips. From the more traditional restaurant-style salsa to salsa verde and pico de gallo, salsa...