Domestic Divas Holiday Giveaway: Win A Hammer Stahl 4 Quart Saute Pot ($229 Value)!

Hammer Stahl Saute Pot

Domestic Divas wishes you a happy holiday...with a great giveaway!

This cooking blog features healthy farm-to-table recipes, and the most important tool in your kitchen is a great set of cookware. That brings me to Hammer Stahl. 

Designed for flavorful, low-fat cooking, their cookware is top-notch, made with stainless steels and titanium surfaces that disperse the heat safely and evenly. Their products are manufactured in the U.S. at a facility in Clarksville, Tennessee. For the first time at retail Hammer Stahl is introducing its new 4-quart deep sauté pot. Here's a little more about it:

The interior layer of steel of the pan has been changed, so that the cooking surface is the least reactive to salts and acids. This stainless steel is significantly more resistant to corrosion and reduces the reaction between food and the cooking surface to ensure that meals have exceptional flavor.

A great sauté pot should be your best friend in the kitchen. You can use it to cook almost anything, from a great vegetable sauté to fish and meat, and this one is top of the line.

THE GIVEAWAY: 

I'm giving one of these amazing sauté pots and cover (a $229 dollar value) to one lucky reader! Also so everyone can benefit, Hammer Stahl is offering its new 4-quart deep pan with cover at the special price of $99.00 (regularly $229) only through December 31, 2015.

To check out this special promotion and locate a retailer, visit www.hammerstahl.com/316Ti.

HOW TO ENTER: 

• Leave a SEPARATE comment on this post per entry

• Tell me your favorite holiday dish that you cook on the stovetop

• Make sure I have a way to contact you if you are the winner by either 1) following me on Twitter @JenniferBrody; or 2) sending your contact info to domesticdivasblog [at] gmail [dot] com

• You can enter as many times as you want. More entries = more chances to win!

• The winner's name will be chosen in a random drawing

• Hammer Stahl will ship this giveaway within the USA 

• This giveaway will close on Friday, December 4th at noon PST

• The sooner you start entering, the sooner you can start cooking!

Chef LaLa Homemade Giveaway: Mexican Gourmet Marinades, $25 Visa Gift Card, and More!

My birthday was on Friday, and I shouldn't be the only one receiving gifts. So this week I have a fabulous giveaway sponsored by Chef LaLA Homemade that one lucky reader can win.

As always, I only feature products that are in line with my values as a cook and blogger. I love Chef LaLa Homemade's all natural, easy-to-use sauces and marinades. These sauces and marinades were crated by cookbook author and certified nutritionist, Chef LaLa, who has been at the forefront of the healthy revolution of Latin home cooking, the recipes are influenced by authentic Mexican culinary traditions yet packaged for simple, modern day convenience.

They come in flavors like Orange Chipotle (amazing with chicken wings), Tequila Lime Cilantro (great for chicken and seafood), Carne Asada, and Fajitas Marinade. They're the perfect way to bring a little Latin spice into your kitchen or onto your grill during these late summer months.

You’ll find Chef LaLa Homemade’s line of gourmet Latin specialty foods at select stores and through online retailers like MyBrands.com or MexGrocer.com. You can also follow Chef LaLa on Twitter (@cheflala) or check her out on FaceBook (www.facebook.com/ChefLaLaFan).

UPDATE: This contest is now closed. Winner to be drawn on Monday!

The package is a $75 value and includes:

• Four Chef LaLa Homemade marinades 
• A tortilla basket
• An issue of Diabetic Living Magazine (includes a cover story on Chef LaLa, her family and several recipes)
• Sauce Pan and Basting Brush Set 
• $25 Visa gift card

Here's how you enter:

• Leave a SEPARATE comment on this post per entry
• Tell me your favorite grilling recipe and/or marinade
• Make sure I have a way to contact you if you are the winner by either 1) following me on Twitter @domdivas; 2) joining my mailing list here; or 3) sending your contact info to domesticdivasblog [at] gmail [dot] com
• You can enter as many times as you want. More entries = more chances to win!
• The winner's name will be chosen in a random drawing
• The PR company for Chef LaLa Homemade will ship this giveaway within the USA
• This giveaway will close on Friday August 10th at noon PST
• The sooner you start entering, the sooner you can start grilling!

Good luck and Happy Summer!

(Giveaway Closed) Domestic Divas Giveaway: Win Mary's Gone Crackers Full Line of Gluten-Free Products!

See all those beautiful boxes pictured above of Mary's Gone Crackers famous gluten-free crackers? You can win them in this exclusive giveaway.

And see all of the cookies pictured below? You can win them, too.

And see all of "Sticks & Twigs" snacks? You can win them, too. All of them.

When I first cut back on eating gluten, I searched long and hard for a great cracker that would make up for all the crackers I was giving up. The first time I tasted a box of Mary's Gone Crackers, I fell in love at first bite.

How could a cracker made from a terribly healthy-sounding combination of organic ingredients like brown rice, quinoa, flax seed, and sesame seeds taste this great?

Simply put, Mary is a cracker-making goddess, and a blessing to the gluten-free world. Check out my exclusive Q&A with her below.

Mary's Gone Crackers will gift one lucky Domestic Divas reader with one of each of their products, including their famous crackers. Here's what you'll get:

• Crackers in every flavor ("Original," "Caraway," "Black Pepper," "Herb," and "Onion")
• Sticks & Twigs in every flavor ("Sea Salt," "Chipotle Tomato," and "Curry")
• Cookies in every flavor ("Chocolate Chip," "Ginger Snap," "'N' Oatmeal Raisin," and "Double Chocolate Chip")

Here's what you have to do to enter:

• Leave a SEPARATE comment on this post per entry
• Tell me your favorite cracker topping, spread and/or dip
• Make sure I have a way to contact you if you are the winner by either 1) following me on Twitter @domdivas; 2) joining my mailing list here; or 3) sending your contact info to domesticdivasblog [at] gmail [dot] com
• You can enter as many times as you want. More entries = more chances to win!
• The winner's name will be chosen in a random drawing
• Mary's Gone Crackers will ship this giveaway within the USA
• This giveaway will close on Friday May 6th at noon PST
• The sooner you start entering, the sooner you can start snacking!

Domestic Divas Exclusive Q&A with Mary's Gone Crackers Founder Mary Waldner

Mary Waldner, Founder of Mary's Gone Crackers

I'm indebted to Mary Waldner for bringing caraway back to me.

When I first discovered that I have a gluten intolerance several years ago, one of the hardest foods for me to give up was rye bread. I loved the flavor of caraway, and missed it like an amputated limb. And then I discovered Mary's Gone Crackers, which came in "Caraway" flavor. They quickly became my favorite crackers, and I've never looked back. I met up with them at the Natural Products Expo West and confessed my fandom of their crackers.

In this exclusive Q&A, Mary Waldner, the founder of Mary's Gone Crackers, talks to Domestic Divas about how she came up with her famous cracker recipe, what it's like to live with Celiac disease, and what her favorite flavor is.

Domestic Divas Giveaway: $50 Gift Card to Pei Wei Asian Diner!

As a thank you to my loyal readers, I'm sponsoring a giveaway for a $50 Gift Card to Pei Wei Asian Diner! It's good at any of their establishments nationwide (click here to view all locations).

To enter the contest, send an email to domesticdivasblog@gmail.com with "Domestic Divas Giveaway" in the subject line and tell me your favorite Asian dish. I'll randomly draw the winner's name out of a hat. The contest closes one week from today on Wednesday January 26th, 2011! Once I've selected the winner, I'll contact them via email and mail them the gift card.

Good luck Divas!

Mario Batali Adopts Meatless Monday In All His Restaurants! Plus, The Winner Of The Domestic Divas Avocado Giveaway!

I have breaking foodie news!

Mario Batali has decided to adopt Meatless Monday, not just for himself, but in all 14 of his restaurants across the country!  And this is coming from the guanciale king himself.  As most of you know, I'm a huge supporter of Meatless Monday, posting weekly recipes on my blog in support of their effort.  I also happen to love Batali (I've been working my way through the Babbo cookbook this year, and just made a reservation at his restaurant, Osteria Mozza yesterday). 

From the article on HuffPost:

"The fact is, most people in the U.S. eat way more meat than is good for them or the planet," maintains Batali. "Asking everyone to go vegetarian or vegan isn't a realistic or attainable goal. But we can focus on a more plant-based diet, and support the farmers who raise their animals humanely and sustainably. That's why I'm such a big believer in the Meatless Monday movement."

Click here to read the rest of this great article!

And here's even more exciting Tuesday news!  I just pulled the winner of the Domestic Divas Avocado Giveaway, and it's ARIANA!  Big congrats and thanks to everyone who participated.  I loved all the ideas for recipes, and maybe I'll have to try some soon.  After all, my fridge is loaded with avocados right now.  I'll be getting those wonderful prizes to Ariana this week.

New "Flicks & Food" Column Featuring WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Bacon Brownies With Bourbon Caramel Sauce!

Divas, my brand new "Flicks & Food" Column featuring WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Bacon Brownies With Bourbon Caramel Sauce is up on GeekWeek, so check it out!  This is one of my favorite movies of all time and one of my favorite recipes!

CLICK HERE FOR MY NEW COLUMN!

Also, don't forget to enter the Domestic Divas Avocado Giveaway!  The contest closes on Tuesday, so you still have a chance to win.

CLICK HERE FOR THE GIVEAWAY!

Avocado Giveaway! Enter Now For Your Chance To Win!

Welcome to the first ever Domestic Divas Giveaway!

You all know what a big fan I am of eating seasonally, so this giveaway is in honor of avocado season.  Here's what you could win:

• Norpro 18/10 Stainless Steel Avocado Slicer - creates perfect slices for sandwiches, salads and snacks; easily separates the peel while slicing
• Avocado Cutter - includes great recipe for Avocado Pasta Salad With Red Pepper And Feta Cheese
• Avocado Tote Bag - perfect for replacing plastic bags when you go to the store
• $20 Coupon For Border Grill or Ciudad (off a check of $50 or more)
• Free Taco Coupon from the Border Grill Taco Truck

All you have to do is post a comment below with your favorite avocado dish (click here)!  It can be anything from guacamole to a great salad (recipe is not required).  Then, I'll put all the participants names in a hat and draw a winner.  The contest closes in one week, on Tuesday May 4th at 10am!  So make sure to get in your entry.  I'll mail the prizes to the winner.

Not only are avocados versatile and delicious, but they're loaded with great health benefits.  They're high in oleic acid (a monounsaturated fat that helps lower cholesterol), potassium (regulates blood pressure), folate (important for heart health), lutein and vitamin E (healthy eyes).  Not only that, but eating avocado with other vegetables (say in a salad or salsa) increases absorption of the healthy nutrients from these foods.  It's like a double bonus!

On Saturday, I went to the most amazing luncheon hosted by the California Avocado Commission!  The event included a cooking demonstration by the amazing Chef Susan Finger (check her out on this season's "Top Chef Masters") and Chef Mary Sue Milliken, at their restaurant Ciudad, which serves their signature modern Mexican fare.  Wow, what an amazing treat to have two legends teaching us about cooking and preparing our lunch, filled with amazing avocado recipes! We were also put through a "Top Chef" style guacamole challenge, and I'm proud to report that Allison from A For Aubergine and I had the 2nd place winner!  I'll be posting our winning recipe, along with pictures from the event, so stay tuned.

In the meantime, get your entries in to win these great prizes!