Danneyland
Member Since: September 23, 2018Reviews
Voilà By Sobeys/Safeway Grocery Delivery & Curbside Pickup
I've used grocery order services before, and I actually really liked this one. I felt that the Voilà website had useful features—searching by grocery department, searching by this week's deals, but also being able to sort search results by "best... +
I've used grocery order services before, and I actually really liked this one. I felt that the Voilà website had useful features—searching by grocery department, searching by this week's deals, but also being able to sort search results by "best value"; the best price per gram. This really helps me shop because I always want to get the best price, especially on expensive things like cheese or frozen bulk food. Instacart didn't offer this last I used it!
Instacart/Superstore's online shopping also tends to inflate the price of individual items, so that you're paying more compared to in-store shopping even before any service fees. I didn't notice that with this service. Safeway can be more expensive in general compared to other grocery companies, but I didn't find that the grocery service inflated prices.
I did have an issue placing my order, since my first payment didn't go through (my bank thought it was fraud, lol), and my order was cancelled. I had to place an entirely new order instead of being able to go online to pay, so that was a bit annoying. However, my second order went through successfully and I picked up my order very easily. They generally let me place an order within a couple days ahead, depending on whether you are picking up or receiving delivery (though this will depend on your local area and time of day/week/month). To pick up an order, you just drive up, park, and text/call the phone number with your stall number, and they bring your items out to you. I placed my items in my own grocery bags to take home, though if you're sick or physically unable, I'm sure the staff would be able to do that for you.
I also found the freebies an interesting idea. I got a coffee creamer and a bag of chips. The chips are a spicy bulgogi flavour which is really delicious and very crunchy—I would definitely consider buying them in the future, so I would say this freebie service works lol.
Overall I felt that Voilà has a great program going with some great features, and I would consider it again.
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COVERGIRL Clean Fresh Weightless Water Cream™
The packet I got was enough for two uses. I used it once alone and the second time along with my usual retinol serum. I found the Weightless Water Cream to be comparable to Clinique Moisture Surge, Drunk Elephant Protini, belief The true cream -... +
The packet I got was enough for two uses. I used it once alone and the second time along with my usual retinol serum. I found the Weightless Water Cream to be comparable to Clinique Moisture Surge, Drunk Elephant Protini, belief The true cream - aqua bomb, and other moisturizers. It dried down/absorbed to a non-greasy finish and was not strong smelling. Two uses isn't enough time to say whether it improved my skin (or helped with breakouts), but I have no complaints. This is likely a great alternative to more expensive products. -
Degree® Women UltraClear Black + White 72H Antiperspirant Deodorant Dry Spray
This antiperspirant does work as intended. For day-to-day use, a short spray works well for 24 hours to control sweating and odour; I didn't notice any transfer to clothing, but I did only use a small amount of product (probably less than I would... +
This antiperspirant does work as intended. For day-to-day use, a short spray works well for 24 hours to control sweating and odour; I didn't notice any transfer to clothing, but I did only use a small amount of product (probably less than I would with a stick deodorant). However, I found that the scent was too strong (comparable to Old Spice strength) as I would constantly smell the product when lifting my arm hours after applying. I also found that the spray created a strong-smelling cloud even with a short spray, so much that I left applying deodorant for last so I could leave my bathroom immediately after. (I also worry about the effects of breathing this stuff in.) Overall, the product worked as intended but I think I'll stick to deodorant sticks for now. Would I consider Degree products in the future? Absolutely. -
MOTRIN Super Strength Liquid Gels
I usually use Advil for pain relief but was sent these to try. 1 pill remedied my headache in about half an hour. I wasn't able to try these for menstrual pain but they should work well for it as it worked well for other pain.
I usually use Advil for pain relief but was sent these to try. 1 pill remedied my headache in about half an hour. I wasn't able to try these for menstrual pain but they should work well for it as it worked well for other pain. -
Premier Protein Caramel Shake
I personally didn't prefer the caramel flavour. It does taste like caramel, but it does use alternative sweeteners to avoid the calorie count. However, this caramel wasn't my favourite and I would stick with the chocolate for this brand. Other than... +
I personally didn't prefer the caramel flavour. It does taste like caramel, but it does use alternative sweeteners to avoid the calorie count. However, this caramel wasn't my favourite and I would stick with the chocolate for this brand. Other than that, it is a good product with a protein punch—great for physical activity refuelling or to supplement your diet. -
Premier Protein Chocolate Shake
This chocolate shake was sweet and chocolatey with a protein punch. I drank it as a snack, but it would be better served to drink it before or after physical activity. It was like a Milk2Go drink but with protein—so it was a tad less flavourful... +
This chocolate shake was sweet and chocolatey with a protein punch. I drank it as a snack, but it would be better served to drink it before or after physical activity. It was like a Milk2Go drink but with protein—so it was a tad less flavourful than a Milk2Go but had no sugar (it uses alternative sweeteners). I found it was not too sweet which was nice. Overall good-tasting and great for protein delivery. -
Kellogg's Krave Cereal
Satisfying crunch with chocolately sweetness inside. I keep a box at work for snacking on days that I skip breakfast. The abundant vitamins and minerals make it really easy to justify having chocolate for breakfast :)
Satisfying crunch with chocolately sweetness inside. I keep a box at work for snacking on days that I skip breakfast. The abundant vitamins and minerals make it really easy to justify having chocolate for breakfast :) -
Maggi 2 Minute Noodles - Masala
A flavour bomb from India. Where we grow up on KD, Indians grow up on Maggi noodles. These things are about a quarter ($0.25) per package and make an easy & tasty lunch. You can add veggies or chicken or just have it as-is. The noodles are good and... +
A flavour bomb from India. Where we grow up on KD, Indians grow up on Maggi noodles. These things are about a quarter ($0.25) per package and make an easy & tasty lunch. You can add veggies or chicken or just have it as-is. The noodles are good and the spice is well-spiced with a moderate heat. (If you're not used to spice, start with half the spice packet--there is enough flavour packed in it that you won't miss a thing.) I keep a couple in the office for a rainy day. -
Second Cup Mocha Latte
Tims mochas are laughable. And Starbucks mochas are rich. Second Cup's mochas are an okay mid point, if only they weren't priced the same as Starbucks. Second Cup uses actual espresso, chocolate sauce, and steamed milk to make their mocha. This is... +
Tims mochas are laughable. And Starbucks mochas are rich. Second Cup's mochas are an okay mid point, if only they weren't priced the same as Starbucks.
Second Cup uses actual espresso, chocolate sauce, and steamed milk to make their mocha. This is a great start, but the chocolate doesn't have the same real cocoa taste to it like it should. Instead, you're left with a "processed" cocoa taste to go with the milk and the slightly bitter espresso. It's not bad and it isn't overloaded with sugar (looking at you, Tims), but it could definitely be improved. Chocolate doesn't forgive bad quality the way other products do. But at least it can be truly called a latte.
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Life At Home Outdoor/Indoor LED Lights
I received this product as a gift last year to decorate my room while away from home at university. With a combined male & female plug at one end and a female plug at the other, it is easy to string together multiple lines to cover a large area... +
I received this product as a gift last year to decorate my room while away from home at university. With a combined male & female plug at one end and a female plug at the other, it is easy to string together multiple lines to cover a large area. These lights are made for both indoor and outdoor use. I hang mine in my room, but I am sure that they would work well outside, too. They have a great quality feel to them in the cable strength. They came with a few replacement lights in the box a 3-year warranty.
I feel that these are a great product for their price range.
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