On November 16, 2010, I wrote my first blog post. I knew very little about cooking and even less about photography and having a blog (which is very apparent when scanning my first posts). Three years and 470 posts (!) later, I still have quite a bit to learn about cooking, photography, and blogging, but can see my progress through my posts. Although I never really thought anyone would read my posts, I sure am happy you guys do 🙂 So to celebrate, I made a little coffee-themed giveaway! 
Included:
- 1 Bodum Brazil French Press Coffee Maker
- 1 Proctor-Silex Coffee Grinder
- 1 10 oz tin of La Colombe Nizza Whole Beans
- 2 Salt Fired Pottery Mugs from ClayRoadStudios
(I will have a photo of the basket up soon, the mugs are still on their way to me!)
 I love the taste of French Press Coffee; it’s a nice little escape. It only takes a few minutes to make and delivers a really delicious cup of coffee.
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To make sure you are getting the freshest possible coffee, I’ve included a coffee grinder so you can have fresh grounds each time you use your French press.
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La Colombe Coffee is a favorite in the Philadelphia area. The company has expanded to other cities and is considered one of the best coffees in Philly. The Nizza blend includes beans from Brazil, El Salvador, Ethiopia, and Honduras. (It also makes a great espresso)
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I absolutely LOVE these mugs. They are perfect for a weekend morning to really sit down, relax, and enjoy the cup of coffee you just poured yourself. I honestly wanted to keep these for myself! They are the work of Tricia from ClayRoadStudios; head over to her Etsy Shop to check out all of her other beautiful pottery creations.
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Want to win this basket? Just leave a comment below, any comment at all! Let me know what you’d like me to cook/bake in the future, what you’ve liked from the past, if you add cream and sugar to your coffee, just say hello… anything you want 🙂  The giveaway is open to U.S. residents only. One entry per person. The winner will be announced Monday, November 25, 2013.
UPDATE: Congratulations Colleen @ The
Redhead Baker, you’ve won the Coffee Prize pack!Â
One of these days I’ll win a giveaway, but that’s not what keeps me reading. Congrats on 3 years! Keep up the good work!
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Thanks! Good luck!
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I’d love to see more Cooking Light recipes – especially complete dinners! I struggle with getting all of the components done at the same time, so maybe some tips on kitchen time management, too!
Also – a few Christmas cookies – one can never have enough!
Tara, I struggle with the same stuff! You can always expect more Cooking Light recipes from me 🙂 To help with time management, go check out cookingplanit.com. It’s free and helps you step-by-step to get a complete meal on the table all at the same time!
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I’m a big fan of the blog, congrats on the 3-year anniversary! I love that you do so many giveaways… this looks like a really good one.
Thanks David! Glad you enjoy the giveaways 🙂 I’m lucky to be able to work with some pretty cool brands!
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I love your blog and your reviews. Congrats on the 3 years!!!
Thanks so much Crystal! I’m glad you like reading my blog as much as I like writing it!
I love coffee. With sugar and just a splash of cream- and I have friends who SWEAR by the french press, so I’m excited about the chance to win one of my own!
Alexis,
I like my coffee the same way! Good luck!
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*not entering since I don’t drink coffee* but I just wanted to stop by and wish you a very very happy blog anniversary!
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🙂 Thanks Susan! Those Thin Mints look AMAZING
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✽Congratulations✽ on your milestone! That’s a long time and a lot of blogging.
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Thanks Cheryl! I can’t believe that I am almost at 500 posts! Insane !
Kaitlin @ I Can Cook That recently posted..Spanish Rice with Saffron Cream
Happy 3 years! Mine was just this past monday, 3 years for me too.
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NO WAY! Happy belated Blog Anniversary Erin!!
Kaitlin @ I Can Cook That recently posted..Spanish Rice with Saffron Cream
Happy Blog Anniversary! I love the recipes… just keep doing what you do!
Aw shucks. Thanks Laura!
Kaitlin @ I Can Cook That recently posted..Spanish Rice with Saffron Cream
I live for coffee, and I truly appreciate a good cup of joe. Thanks for doing the giveaway.
Leslie, good luck!
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Thanks for the giveaway. Coffee is my mainstay and the mugs are lovely.
Kristie, aren’t they gorgeous?! Head over to their Etsy store. It’s amazing what Clay Road Studios can make!
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congrats on sticking with it! I know I love La Colombe
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Thanks Casey! I love that Philly has such a fantastic coffee brand locally 🙂
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I love coffee, the giveaway sounds fantastic!
Good luck Sarah!
Kaitlin @ I Can Cook That recently posted..3rd Blogiversary and Giveaway!
I’ve only being reading this blog for a little while, but congrats on three years! I made the blueberry scone with lemon drizzle recipe a few weeks ago and everyone loved it!
I do love my coffee strong with lots of milk/cream… so I’m totally excited for the giveaway!
Thanks Emily! I’m so glad you liked the scone recipe! They are really tasty 🙂
Thanks for this giveaway and three years of a beautiful blog!!
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Thanks Krista 🙂 I appreciate you checking out my blog!
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I’ve loved being along for the ride! Those mugs look awesome!
Thanks Heike! They are even more gorgeous in person!
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Wow 3 years – that is quite a feat! Congrats! I am coming up on one year on my blog. I have lived in Philly for over two years and haven’t tried La Colombe so this is a very exciting giveaway! 🙂
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Happy one year! Oh my goodness, you must try it! Their Cold Pressed Bottled Coffee is some of the best iced coffee I’ve ever had!
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Congrats on 3 years! I am baking your pumpkin chocolate chip bread now!
Thanks Brandy! I hope it turned out well! I love that pumpkin bread 🙂
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way to go thanks for the giveaway
Thanks Julie, good luck!
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Congratulations on your 3rd blogiversary! 🙂 I just checked out Tricia’s ClayRoadStudios shop on Etsy and all is can say is….I want one of everything! LOVE! Thanks for sharing and the giveaway opportunity!
Thanks so much Pam! I love everything in Tricia’s store as well, she makes beautiful products!
TYVM you’ve solved all my prmloebs
Your’s is a point of view where real intelligence shines through.
Coffee and my favorite blog! What’s not to love?
Amanda, you’re making me blush 🙂
Good luck !!
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I would love a french press! Great idea for a giveaway!
Michelle, good luck!
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I love adding plain soy milk and a spoonful of sugar to my coffee. I shake the soy milk container before adding it to my coffee, so it gets nice and frothy.
Cee,
Yum! That sounds tasty 🙂 Good luck!!
Kaitlin @ I Can Cook That recently posted..{Please Vote} Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs
I *love* La Colombe coffee! Great giveaway!
Good luck! 🙂
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Congrats!!! Making PHL foodies proud 🙂 Need cookie ideas for Christmas, preferably of the pumpkin or salted caramel variety…vanilla coconut milk, no sugar!
Thanks Ericka! 🙂
I actually have a couple of cookie posts coming in the next few weeks! Although I doubt any are Paleo-friendly … :/
Kaitlin @ I Can Cook That recently posted..{Please Vote} Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs
This would be the perfect Christmas gift for my coffee-loving husband!!
It sure would Lindsey! I will announce the winner later today, good luck!!
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Congratulations! Thanks for offering this giveaway!
Good luck Robyn! Stop by later today to see who won!
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Congratulations on your anniversary! Thank you for the giveaway. I just add a dash of sugar to my coffee.
Good luck Whitney! Stop by later today to see who won!