Category Archives: Weekly Giveaways

Win a Free Messermeister Swivel Peeler!

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When Lia and I opened the online NOURISH Evolution Market, we stocked it with our very favorite tools. And I knew I wanted to add one of the best tools from my culinary school knife kit: the Messermeister Pro-Touch Swivel Peeler.

This week, we’re giving away a free Messermeister Pro-Touch Swivel Peeler!

Of course, my culinary school knife kit was filled with all kinds of tools–uh, knives, for starters–but I quickly became enamored of this humble peeler. Why? It’s light, nimble and sharp. I reach for it to peel delicate tomato skins and to handle tough butternut squash hides. Of course, mine is too-serious cheffy black, but you have a chance to win it in zippy red! It’s just what you need to make quick work of prepping ingredients for our Roasted Beet Wedges with Champagne Vinegar or Roasted Winter Veggies.

But, friends, you have to play to win this indispensable kitchen tool.

So here’s the deal. Only NOURISH Evolution members are eligible to win, so now’s the time to join if you haven’t already! Then, head on over to the Thursday Giveaway group in our community area and leave a comment to be entered to win (important: be sure you’re signed in to NOURISH Evolution so we can find you).

Lia will announce the winner in next Friday’s Friday Digest!

Happy peelin’, peeps!

Win a Free Copy of “The Meat Lover’s Meatless Cookbook”!

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As you know, we’re big fans of Kim O’Donnel’s groovy new title, The Meat Lover’s Meatless Cookbook: Vegetarian Recipes Carnivores Will Devour (Lifelong Books).

This week, we’re giving away a free copy of The Meat Lover’s Meatless Cookbook!

It’s filled with 52 hearty, bold-flavored menus–enough of a year’s worth of Meatless Monday feasts!–that will appeal to vegetarians and carnivores alike. You’ll find mouthwatering fare like Roasted Red Pepper Sauce and Whipped Feta and Thai-Style Red Curry Tempeh with a make-your-own curry.

But, friends, you have to play to win this meatless must-read.

So here’s the deal. Only NOURISH Evolution members are eligible to win, so now’s the time to join if you haven’t already! Then, head on over to the Thursday Giveaway group in our community area and leave a comment to be entered to win (important: be sure you’re signed in to NOURISH Evolution so we can find you).

Lia will announce the winner in next Friday’s Friday Digest!

Happy cooking, peeps!

Win a Free Cork Cutting Board from Bambu!

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UPDATE: Due to some behind-the-scenes technical improvements (woo-hoo!), we’re extending this giveaway for another week. If you haven’t entered yet, be sure to click the link below to join the Thursday Giveaway forum and leave a comment. If not already a NOURISH Evolution member, take a moment to join so you can participate in the forum.

A high-quality cutting board is an indispensable kitchen tool. And if it’s made from sustainable materials, so much the better! That’s why we’re such big fans of Bambu’s cutting boards made from sustainably harvested cork.

This week, we’re giving away a free, 10 x 14-inch cork cutting board from Bambu!

Why cork? It’s lightweight, naturally slip-resistant and anti-microbial (it’s even FDA food-safe). And cork is easy on your knives so blades stay sharp.

But, friends, you have to play to win this must-have piece of equipment.

So here’s the deal. Only NOURISH Evolution members are eligible to win, so now’s the time to join if you haven’t already! Then, head on over to the Thursday Giveaway group in our community area and leave a comment to be entered to win (important: be sure you’re signed in to NOURISH Evolution so we can find you).

Lia will announce the winner in next Friday’s Friday Digest!

Happy cutting!

Win a free copy of “Putting Food By”!

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Win a free copy of the new 5th edition of “Putting Food By”!

What’s old is new again, and preserving food is chic these days. But like other old-school skills, many of us need a refresher (or even someone to show us the basics from the very beginning). Putting Food By by Ruth Hertzberg, Janet Greene and Beatrice Vaughn (Plume) was first published 30 years ago and has become the classic go-to manual for home canners.

Putting Food By covers all kinds of preserving techniques: canning, freezing, salting, smoking, drying and root cellaring. And preserving isn’t just for veggies and fruits–the authors tell you how to save meat and seafood, too. This newly updated edition, just published last spring, covers the latest info on equipment, safety, ingredients and resources.

So if you want to save your end-of-summer bumper crop of tomatoes or bell peppers or whatever, you’ll want this book. You’re great-grandma would be so proud!

But, friends, you have to play to win this home-kitchen classic.

So here’s the deal. Leave a comment here to be entered to win (important: be sure you’re signed in to NOURISH Evolution so we can find you … or sign up, if you haven’t already–only NOURISH Evolution members are eligible to win).

Lia will announce the winner in next Friday’s Friday Digest!

Good luck!

Thursday Giveaway: The Earthbound Cook

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Win a free copy of the new Earthbound Cook!

We love Earthbound Farm. Lia had the pleasure of working closely with owners Drew and Myra Goodman on the last cookbook and found out first-hand that they truly walk the talk. And man their talk is delicious. In this follow-up to Food to Live By, you’ll find 250 more recipes that are good for body and planet (and we love that here at NOURISH Evolution!)–like Truffled Kale Casserole and Coconut-Crusted Salmon–along with advice on things like making smart meat choices and six reasons to protect our oceans.

But, friends, you have to play to win this totally awesome book.

So here’s the deal. Leave a comment here to be entered to win (important: be sure you’re signed in to NOURISH Evolution so we can find you … or sign up, if you haven’t already–only NOURISH Evolution members are eligible to win).

Lia will announce the winner in next Friday’s Friday Digest!

Good luck!

NOURISH Evolution T-Shirt!

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Win a free NOURISH Evolution T-Shirt!

Show the world you’re nourished!

If you happen to be at Taste of Sonoma on Saturday, you’ll see the NOURISH Evolution crew working at our booth and sporting groovy new NOURISH Evolution t-shirts!

The women’s white cotton short-sleeve “T” sports the NOURISH Evolution logo on the front, along with the message “I am nourished.” On the back, you’ll leave peeps with the question, “Are you?” The shirt is available in medium or extra-large. It’s slightly fitted and runs true to size. You’ll share the NOURISH Evolution message in style, kids!

We’re giving away one free NOURISH Evolution t-shirt to a lucky NOURISH Evolution member.

But, friends, you have to play to win this cool addition to your wardrobe.

So here’s the deal. Normally, we’ll have a link here where you can go to the Weekly Giveaway group forum and sign up to win. But we’re (still … Lisa, help!) having a bit of a glitch setting up new forums at the moment, so just leave a comment here to be entered to win (important: be sure you’re signed in to NOURISH Evolution so we can find you … or sign up, if you haven’t already–only NOURISH Evolution members are eligible to win).

Lia will announce the winner in next Friday’s Friday Digest!

Good luck!

“Taste of the East”

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Win a free copy of The 30-Minute Vegan’s Taste of the East (DaCapo Press)!

Always looking for exciting Meatless Monday inspiration? Curious about vegan cuisine? This week’s giveaway is for you.

Much of Asian cuisine is inherently vegan (or really easy to adapt for vegan dishes), and that’s only part of the reason why we love this cookbook by Mark Renfield and Jennifer Murray. It’s packed with 150 mouthwatering recipes, divided by country (India, Thailand, China and Japan). Plus, there’s a really cool “Fusion” section that spotlights flavors from other parts of Asia with recipes like Uzbekistani Chickpea Salad and Tibetan Dumplings. They even have directions to make key condiments, like Fish-Free Sauce.

Renfield is the founding chef of the vegan Blossoming Lotus Restaurant (originally in Hawaii, now in Portland, Oregon); Murray is an expert in vegan and raw cuisine. Many of the book’s recipes are inspired by their world travels.

We’re giving away one free copy of The 30-Minute Vegan’s Taste of the East to a lucky NOURISH Evolution member.

But, friends, you have to play to win all this bold flavor.

So here’s the deal. Normally, we’ll have a link here where you can go to the Weekly Giveaway group forum and sign up to win. But we’re having a bit of a glitch setting up new forums at the moment, so just leave a comment here to be entered to win (important: be sure you’re signed in to NOURISH Evolution so we can find you … or sign up, if you haven’t already—only NOURISH Evolution members are eligible to win).

Lia will announce the winner in next Friday’s Friday Digest!

Good luck!

“The Homesteader’s Kitchen”

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Win a free copy of Robin Burnside’s The Homesteader’s Kitchen (Gibbs-Smith)!

If you’re new to eating local (whether from your own garden, a CSA or farmers’ market), you’ll love this week’s treat.

Robin Burnside was an urban homesteader long before vegetable gardens and chicken coops became chic. As the chef and co-owner of Carmel Cafe in Carmel, Calif., and Cafe Amphora in nearby Big Sur, Burnside has always advocated seasonal, local fare. Her simple recipes–which run the gamut from refreshing sippers to soups, salads, entrees and desserts–boast plenty of creative touches while allowing the flavors of stellar seasonal ingredients to shine. (We love the addition of Sririacha hot sauce to the Hollandaise sauce for her Amphora Eggs Benedict.)

We’re giving away one free copy of The Homesteader’s Kitchen to a lucky NOURISH Evolution member.

But, friends, you have to play to win.

So here’s the deal. Normally, we’ll have a link here where you can go to the Weekly Giveaway group forum and sign up to win. But we’re having a bit of a glitch setting up new forums at the moment, so just leave a comment here to be entered to win (important: be sure you’re signed in to NOURISH Evolution so we can find you … or sign up, if you haven’t already—only NOURISH Evolution members are eligible to win).

Lia will announce the winner in next Friday’s Friday Digest!

Bonne chance!

Melissa’s Cookbook

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Win a free signed copy of Melissa’s Everyday Cooking with Organic Produce!

We love the good folks at Melissa’s for bringing specialty produce and other goodies to markets across America.

And we really love their new book, Melissa’s Everyday Cooking with Organic Produce. It’s brimming with tips and recipes to use everything from apples to herbs to tangerines and turnips. Make a lovely Mediterranean Salsa with end-of-summer tomatoes or Spicy Grilled Corn on the Cob with Parmesan for your next cookout.

We’re giving away one free copy, signed by author Cathy Thomas, to a lucky member.

But you have to play to win.

So here’s the deal. Normally, we’ll have a link here where you can go to the Weekly Giveaway group forum and sign up to win. But we’re having a bit of a glitch setting up new forums at the moment, so just leave a comment here to be entered to win (important: be sure you’re signed in to NOURISH Evolution so we can find you … or sign up, if you haven’t already—only NOURISH Evolution members are eligible to win).

I’ll announce the winner in next Friday’s Friday Digest!

Good luck!

Note: This contest is closed … congratulations, Julie!

Smoked Paprika Almonds

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Win a Bag of Gary & Kit’s Smoked Paprika Almonds!

They come in three flavors–Sun-Dried Berry and Cherries with Roasted Almonds; Roasted Pistachios and Almonds Tossed with Rosemary; and Smoked Paprika Almonds–each made specifically to pair with one of their wines. You can’t get much easier for hors d’oeuvres or a cocktail party.

I especially like these Smoked Paprika Almonds. They’d be delicious served with a slice of Manchego, or chopped up and pressed into a log of goat cheese. Or, ooohhh, with chocolate. But I have a hard time saving them for anything but eating out of hand.

So here’s the deal. Normally, I’ll have a link here where you can go to the Weekly Giveaway group forum and sign up to win. But we’re having a bit of a glitch setting up new forums at the moment, so just leave a comment here to be entered to win (important: be sure you’re signed in to NOURISH Evolution so we can find you … or sign up, if you haven’t already–only members are eligible to win).

I’ll announce the winner in next Friday’s Friday Digest!

Good luck!

(NOTE: This contest is now closed)