Newsletter for February 2010

Feb, 01 2010

We have 11 Contests and Giveaways for our members! More than ever!

Make sure to check the details below and on the website. Also, if you have any product or company in mind that would make a great giveaway, please let us know.

Happy Valentine's Day!

New Feature: Members Feed Aggregator!

We are pleased to announce a brand new feature on the Foodie Blogroll!

We have just installed a feed aggregator, which fetches the latest headlines for all of our member blogs, every 24 hours.

Make sure that you edit your blog details with your RSS feed link, so that your blog can be included in this great new feature, making it easy for others to follow your blog adventures!

New posts are fetched nightly.

Announcing The Foodie Blogroll Store!

We at Foodieblogroll.com are happy to announce the opening of our BRAND NEW virtual store!

Inside you will find all those items, that were available only to prize winners! We decided to open the store, so that our members can outfit themselves with awesome Foodie Blogroll paraphernalia.

This way you can help support The Foodie Blogroll and send our message farther and wider!

We will still be giving away totebags and mugs, so you can hold out to try to win one, through our contest and giveaways program. But if you don't want to wait, feel free to purchase something today – and get your Foodieblogroll ON!

Here are February's Contests and Giveaways:

Comment to Win a $40 Gift Certificate for Chocri Custom Chocolate Bar

Here is a giveaway for all you chocohoalics on the Foodie Blogroll! This is the giveaway for you! Have you ever dreamt of making your own signature chocolate bar? Here is your chance.

Chocri hand-makes customized chocolate bars. It was founded 2008 in Germany and recently expanded to the US.

With chocri, you can design your own chocolate bars. With three base chocolates (dark, milk or white) and 100 toppings, there are 10 billion possible combinations for the chocolate bar of your dreams. The chocolate is fair trade and organic, and 1% of every purchase is donated to charity.

Prize:
4 winners (1 per week) will receive a CuisiPro Herb Keeper. The winners will be randomly picked from the comments left on on the contest article.

Eligibility:

1) Leave a comment on this article and let us know your favorite chocolate bar flavor and toppings form Chocri's website. Just scroll down and leave a comment. Please Note: You have to login to your Foodie Blogroll Account first.

2) You also must currently be a current active member of the Foodie Blogroll having the latest version of The Foodie Blogroll Widget on your blog.

3) US residents only due to shipping restrictions.

Legal Notice: No purchase necessary to enter. Contest void where prohibited. Contest open to members who are 18 years or older. Contest open only to currently eligible Foodie Blogroll Members. Contest open to US residents only. Restrictions may apply. Winners will be announced on 2/5/2010, 2/12/2010, 2/19/2010, 2/26/2010.

Comment to win a copy of the Healthy Bread in 5 Minutes a Day Cookbook

From the authors of the groundbreaking, hugely popular Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day comes a new cookbook filled with quick and easy recipes for healthy bread!

Their first book was called "stupendous", "genius" and "the holy grail of bread making". Now, in their much-anticipated second book, Jeff Hertzberg, M.D., and Zoë François have taken their super-fast method and adapted it for the health-conscious baker, focusing on whole grains and other healthier ingredients.

The method is still quick and simple, producing professional-quality results with each warm, fragrant, hearty loaf. In just five minutes a day of active preparation time, you can create delectable, healthy treats such as 100% Whole Wheat Bread, Whole Grain Garlic Knots with Olive Oil and Parsley, Black-and-White Braided Pumpernickel and Rye Loaf, Black Pepper Focaccia, Pumpkin Pie Brioche, Chocolate Tangerine Bars, and a variety of gluten-free breads. About a dozen of the recipes are 100% whole grain.

Healthy Bread in Five Minutes a Day will show you that there is time enough for home-baked bread, and that it can be part of a healthy diet. Calling all bread lovers: Whether you are looking for more whole grains, watching your weight, trying to reduce your cholesterol, or just care about what goes into your body, this book is a must-have.

Visit www.HealthyBreadInFive.com for more information.

Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods produces more than 400 products, including a full line of certified gluten free products and an extensive line of certified organic products. With a wide variety of whole grain products, from flours and hot cereals to baking mixes and grains, Bob’s Red Mill has "whole grain foods for every meal of the day".

Prize:
8 lucky winners (one per week) will receive a copy of the "Healthy Bread in 5 Minutes a Day" Cookbook. Also a box of box of Organic Hard White Wheat Flour from Bob's Red Mill. The winners will be randomly picked from the entries.

Eligibility:

1) Leave a comment on this article with your favorite bread recipe. Just scroll down and leave a comment. Please Note: You have to login to your Foodie Blogroll Account first.

2) You also must currently be a current active member of the Foodie Blogroll having the latest version of The Foodie Blogroll Widget on your blog.

3) US and Canada residents only.

Comment to Win a Bag of Annie The Baker Cookies

Valentine's Day is not for chocolate anymore! We are excited to announce this tasty giveaway with our friend Annie The Baker! She is giving away 4 bags of her yummy cookies.

Pastry Chef Annie The Baker is the world’s biggest fan of cookie dough, and now she brings you her creation - these chewy gooey mounds of decadent cookie goodness. Made from scratch and baked to perfection, Annie's cookies are filled with a wonderful blend of familiar flavors that are mildly rich, smooth and gentle.

You’ll instantly enjoy the refreshing outer texture on the first bite, but just be sure to get ready for that silky soft tongue-teasing payoff when you hit that dough-like center. Sure, you could always toss a shrink-wrapped box of manufactured box/brick "cookies" into the shopping buggy during your next grocery run. But why bother??? These cookies are unlike anything you've eaten before - so treat yourself NOW!!!

Just let your eyes start the tasting then give your mouth a bite ;-)

Prize:
4 lucky winners (one per week) will receive a bag containing a dozen of assorted cookies! The winners will be randomly picked from the comments left on on the contest article.

Eligibility:

1) Leave a comment on this article to let us know why you would want one. Just scroll down and leave a comment. Please Note: You have to login to your Foodie Blogroll Account first.

2) You also must currently be a current active member of the Foodie Blogroll having the latest version of The Foodie Blogroll Widget on your blog.

3) USA residents only, due to shipping restrictions.

Comment to Win a CuisiPro Herb Keeper

The Cuisipro Herb Keeper stores and keeps fresh herbs fresh longer, in some cases up to two weeks longer. Like a bunch of fresh flowers, herbs need fresh water, refrigeration and a little space to remain fresh, colorful and crisp. The Cuisipro Herb Keeper designed to fit refrigerator door shelves makes it easy.

The Herb Keeper is an economical smart kitchen storage tool to get the most out of fresh herbs when they are in season.

The new Cuisipro Herb Keeper is backed by a 25-year warranty. It retails for $20. For more information, call 302-326-4802 or visit Cuisipro USA at www.cuisiprousa.com or amazon

Prize:
4 winners (1 per week) will receive a CuisiPro Herb Keeper. The winners will be randomly picked from the comments left on on the contest article.

Eligibility:

1) Leave a comment on this article and let us know your favorite cooking herbs. Just scroll down and leave a comment. Please Note: You have to login to your Foodie Blogroll Account first.

2) You also must currently be a current active member of the Foodie Blogroll having the latest version of The Foodie Blogroll Widget on your blog.

3) US and Canada residents only due to shipping restrictions.

Comment to Win a Healing Power of Food Series Book

We are happy to present this contest courtesy of Cal Orey, an accomplished author and journalist who has written hundreds of articles for a variety of national magazines. She holds a B.A. and an M.A. in English (Creative Writing) from San Francisco State University. Ms. Orey is the author of several books, including:

"The Healing Powers of Olive Oil". From ancient times to present-day, olive oil has been used for everything from health ailments to beauty and the home and so much more. Now evidence shows that a diet based on olive oil can add years to your life and may even prevent some diseases*. Health author-journalist Cal Orey has consulted top doctors, nutritionists, olive oil producers, and chefs, getting the most up-to-date information on the many benefits of olive oil,

"The Healing Powers of Vinegar" is a must-have, invaluable resource that will show you how to make the most of this proven powerful healer! Learn how red wine vinegar contains the same important antioxidants as red wine without the alcohol.

"The Healing Powers of Chocolate" traces the origin of chocolate, from bean to bar, from centuries ago to the present day. In creating this informative and fascinating book, renowned health expert and author Cal Orey (who lives near San Francisco, one of the nation’s chocolate hot spots) interviewed America’s top chocolate makers and chocolatiers, nutritionists, medical researchers, and chocolate lover.

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Visit Cal Orey official website here: http://www.calorey.com/Home.html

Prize:
4 winners (1 per week) will receive a copy of one of Cal Orey's book (your choice of "The Healing Powers of Chocolate", or a pair of books : "The Healing Powers Of Vinegar" and "The Healing Power of Olie Oil"). The winners will be randomly picked from the comments left on on the contest article.

Eligibility:

1) Leave a comment on this article with which Healing Power of Food Series book you'd rather get. Just scroll down and leave a comment. Please Note: You have to login to your Foodie Blogroll Account first.

2) You also must currently be a current active member of the Foodie Blogroll having the latest version of The Foodie Blogroll Widget on your blog.

3) US residents only.

Comment to Win a 479 Popcorn - Organic Popcorn Sampler

We are very excited to announce this contest in partnership with 479° Popcorn, maker of gourmet organic popcorn. 479° Popcorn follows the artisan method of making popcorn from scratch in small batches using heavy copper kettles. Their flavored popcorn samplers and popcorn collections are inspired by exotic flavors from around the globe.

This is a great treat to share with friends while enjoying the Oscars this year. Be sure to pick up some more popcorn on the 479° Popcorn website. They are offering a special 10% discount promo during the giveaway, to all Foodie Blogroll members!

Use promo code: "giftsthatpop".

Prize:
4 winners (1 per week) will receive a 479° Popcorn Organic Popcorn Sampler. The winners will be randomly picked from the comments left on on the contest article.

Eligibility:

1) Leave a comment on this article with which 479 Popcorn flavor would best represent your favorite 2010 Oscar nominee. Just scroll down and leave a comment. Please Note: You have to login to your Foodie Blogroll Account first.

2) You also must currently be a current active member of the Foodie Blogroll having the latest version of The Foodie Blogroll Widget on your blog.

3) US residents only (excluding Hawaii and Alaska) due to shipping restrictions.

Contest: Comment to Win Barney Butter - Almond Butter Jars

Barney Butter has partnered with us to offer our members a tasty contest for February!

Barney Butter was created by Jennifer Barney in her Fresno California home when searching for a better tasting almond butter for her four young children. More nutritious than peanut butter. Barney Butter is made from Premium California almonds, easy to spread and made in an Almond Only Facility.

Prize:
4 winners (1 per week) will receive a package containing 2 jars of Barney Butter (smooth and crunchy) plust a dozen single serving packets. The winners will be randomly picked from the comments left on on the contest article.

Eligibility:

1) Leave a comment on this article with your favorite way to enjoy almond butter. Just scroll down and leave a comment. Please Note: You have to login to your Foodie Blogroll Account first.

2) You also must currently be a current active member of the Foodie Blogroll having the latest version of The Foodie Blogroll Widget on your blog.

3) Continental US residents only (excluding Hawaii and Alaska) due to shipping restrictions.

Comment to Win a copy of $5 Dinner Mom Cookbook

We are happy to announce this giveaway with our friend Erin Chase of 5dollardinners.com! Erin is the founder of 5dollardinners.com the skyrocketing internet website that's now the go-to source for families who want to eat well and stay within a budget.

Do you wish you were a savvy supermarket shopper who knows how to cut your weekly food budget, banish fast food from the dinner table and serve your family meals that are delicious and good for them? Well, Erin Chase, "The $5 Dinner Mom", is here to help.

Erin became a supermarket savvy mom, challenged herself to create dinners for her family of four that cost no more than $5 and is here to share her fool-proof method with you in her first cookbook that contains over 200 recipes that cost $5 or less to make. First, Erin will show you how to size up the best supermarket deals, clip coupons that will really save you money and create a weekly dinner menu plan.

Then, in each recipe she shows you just how much she paid for each item and challenges you to do the same. Here are a few of her favorites:

North Carolina Pulled Pork Sandwiches - $4.90
Curried Pumpkin Soup - $4.41
Apple Dijon Pork Roast - $4.30
Orange Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry - $4.94
Creamy Lemon Dill Catfish - $4.95
Bacon-Wrapped Apple Chicken - $4.96
Country Ribs with Oven Fries - $4.77

Join the army of devoted followers who have already let Erin Chase show them how to be savvy supermarket shoppers who cook tasty, economical meals. You'll never spend more than $5 on dinner again!

Prize:
4 winners (1 per week) will receive a copy of $5 Dinner Mom cookbook by Erin Chase. The winners will be randomly picked from the comments left on on the contest article.

Eligibility:

1) Leave a comment on this article and let us know which $5 Dinner Mom recipe you would most likely try. Just scroll down and leave a comment. Please Note: You have to login to your Foodie Blogroll Account first.

2) You also must currently be a current active member of the Foodie Blogroll having the latest version of The Foodie Blogroll Widget on your blog.

3) US and Canda residents only.

Comment to Win an EatSmart Precision Pro Digital Scale

We know you will all be happy to have a chance to win this useful kitchen tool: the folks at EatSmart partnered with us to give away the EatSmart Precision Pro Digital Kitchen Scale to 4 lucky members.

The EatSmart Precision Pro Digital Kitchen Scale is a versatile multifunction home appliance. Designed to be highly accurate and aesthetically pleasing, the Precision Pro is manufactured to the highest quality specifications. Weigh items up to 11 lbs quickly and accurately, with results displayed in four different units: grams/ounces/pounds/kilograms.

Prize:
4 winners (1 per week) will receive an EatSmart Precision Pro Digital Scale. The winners will be randomly picked from the comments left on on the contest article.

Eligibility:

1) Leave a comment on this article. Just scroll down and leave a comment. Please Note: You have to login to your Foodie Blogroll Account first.

2) You also must currently be a current active member of the Foodie Blogroll having the latest version of The Foodie Blogroll Widget on your blog.

3) US residents only due to shipping restrictions.

Comment to win a Custom Foodie Blogroll Tote Bag Contest

In order to encourage all of our members to keep blogging and contributing to this wealth of information we decided to run the Tote Bag Giveaway for an extra 8 weeks during January and February! Leave a comment on this article to enter.

Prize:
The winners of this giveaway will be receiving a customized Foodie Blogroll tote bag! We hope it will come useful on those trips to the grocery store. A random winner will be chosen every week, for a total of 8 weeks (meaning 8 prizes will be given out), from the pool of members that left a comment on this contest article.

Eligibility:
To participate please follow these steps:

1) Leave a comment on this article to enter.
Just scroll down and leave your comment. Please Note: You have to login to your Foodie Blogroll Account first.

2) You also must currently be a current active member of the Foodie Blogroll having the latest version of The Foodie Blogroll Widget on your blog.

3) Each week, a random winner will be picked from the pool of eligible members who left a comment on this article.

4) No geographical restrictions!

Legal Notice: No purchase necessary to enter. Contest void where prohibited. Contest open to members who are 18 years or older. Contest open only to currently eligible Foodie Blogroll Members. Restrictions may apply. Winners will be announced on 1/8/2010, 1/15/2010, 1/22/2010, 1/29/2010, 2/5/2010, 2/12,2010, 2/19/2010 and 2/26/2010.

Update your info for a chance to Win a Foodie Blogroll Mug - 2010 Edition

Due to popular demand, we are extending this giveaway another 8 weeks! We are very excited to welcome you to try out our new features and to offer an extra incentive, we are announcing a special giveaway for our members who update their profile and blog information during the next 8 weeks. Each week, starting with Friday January 8, we will randomly pick a member from the pool of eligible members who have updated their blog and profile information.

Prize:
One lucky member will win a custom Foodie Blogroll Mug per week. A random winner will be chosen every week (for a total of 8 winners) from the pool of eligible members who updated their blog and profile information within 1/1/2010 and 2/26/2010.

Eligibility:
To enter:

1) Login to your account

2) Update your blog url, rss, title, description, language and location.

3) Also update your profile information, with your up to date contact information, address, state, country and language.

Legal Notice: No purchase necessary to enter. Contest void where prohibited. Contest open to members who are 18 years or older. Contest open only to currently eligible Foodie Blogroll Members. Restrictions may apply. Winners will be announced on 1/8/2010, 1/15/2010, 1/22/2010, 1/29/2010, 2/5/2010, 2/12,2010, 2/19/2010 and 2/26/2010.

New Tutorials:

Due to popular demand, we also added new tutorials to help our members install the Widget code on their blogs. We have detailed instructions for blogs hosted on wordpress.com, posterous.com and Windows Live Spaces. See the complete list here: http://www.foodieblogroll.com/tutorials/

Remember to update your profile, if you haven't done so already, for a chance to participate in the "Update To Win" giveaway during the next 7 weeks.

Thank you all for your feedback!

Member Feedback: New Foodie Blogroll Features Request

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Royal Foodie Joust Polls are open!

Don't forget to participate in the Royal Foodie Joust forum contest which is also available to all active members no matter their location. We have many entries every month, so remember to vote for your favorites! Polls are open now on the forum. You can vote for the best overall entry, best photo and most unique interpretation.

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1. Karen - Feb 12, 2010 06:38 PM EST

It is hard to pick, but my mood right now would be ground chili, sea salt and Cinnamon. It's bleak and disgusting out, and that would be good. Ask me again tomorrow. I was surprised there wasn't lavender, after seeing the lilac.
2. michelle - Feb 01, 2010 10:39 PM EST

my favorite chocolate toppings from chocri are the coriander, sea salt, ginger pieces and pistachios.....yum I could make some chocolate I would call Milky My way! my favorite bread recipe is the pretzel rolls, I think it originated in Gourmet magazine but I got it from Pattie Tierney in MO :: PRETZEL ROLL RECIPE PRETZEL ROLLS • 3/4 cup warm (80-90 degree) water • 1 tsp. salt • 2.5 tsp. brown sugar • 2 tsp. butter, melted • 2-1/4 cups + 1 Tbsp. bread flour • 2 tsp. active dry yeast. • 2 cups water • 2 Tbsp. baking soda • 1 egg white • kosher or coarse sea salt for topping Place the 3/4 c. water, salt, brown sugar, butter, flour and yeast into your bread machine pan fitted with the paddle, in that order (or in the order specified by your particular bread machine). Select the dough/pizza dough cycle and the small size loaf (1 lb.). Press start to mix, knead and rise. When the cycle is completed, remove the dough and knead on a lightly floured surface for 2 minutes. Divide the dough into equal pieces and shape them how you like. Place them on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper or a silpat. Cover them with a lightly oiled sheet of plastic wrap and let them rest for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 425. Bring the 2 cups of water to a light rolling bowl on the stovetop. Stir in the baking soda. Carefully slide the pretzels/rolls one at a time. Leave the roll there about 45 seconds before flipping and boiling for 45 seconds on the other side. Pick them up with a slotted spatula and let the water drain that way or put them on a cooling rack. After you have done that with all the rolls, place them on a parchment/silpat lined cookie sheet. Brush the tops of the rolls with the egg white and sprinkle them with kosher salt. Bake them for about 12-15 minutes or until they have turned golden brown. please enter me in the bread book giveaway! My favorite herbs are cilantro, fresh bay leaves and flat leaf parsley please enter me in the herb keeper giveaway I love barney butter on sourdough toast as well as oatmeal!!!! please enter me in the barney butter giveaway I would love to get the healing power of vinegar book Thanks! (hope I did this right)