Announcement: Giveaway Winners

The following giveaways have ended and the lucky winners are… 

Fogless Bath & Shower Mirror – Comment #56 - cloud10277

$50 Gift Cart at Dakota's Personalized Gifts – Comment #98 - j.nes

Tropical Traditions Raw Organic Honey – Comment #314 – matt4melis

Sunglass Warehouse – Comment #294 - *ashley*

 

Congratulations winners! Prize notifications have been emailed. Please respond within 48 hours to claim your prize, otherwise a new winner will be drawn. Thank you to everyone who took the time to enter!

Tropical Traditions Raw Organic Honey Giveaway

Are you ready to experience the best tasting organic honey ever?

Tropical Traditions Certified Organic Canadian Raw Honey is sweet, satisfying and simply irresistible! You can read my review here, and enter the Tropical Traditions giveaway below…

Win It:

1 winner will receive a 17.6 oz. glass jar of Tropical Traditions Raw Organic Honey.

How To Enter (required):

Visit Tropical Traditions then leave me a comment telling me one product you would like to try.

Extra Entries (optional):

1. Blog about this giveaway with a link back to this article (blog must have 50+ followers) +8
2. Follow Tropical Traditions on Twitter. +2
3. Subscribe to the Tropical Traditions Newsletter. +1
4. Add my button to your sidebar and tell me where to find it. +3
5. Leave a sincere comment on my Raw Honey Review +2
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7. Follow @Jennifer_Marek on Twitter. +1
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9. Add me to your blog roll. +2
10. Enter any of my other giveaways. +1 each giveaway entered 
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12. Tweet the following (up to 3x daily, include tweet link and space tweets AT LEAST one hour apart. ) +1 each tweet

Tropical Traditions #Organic Honey Giveaway @troptraditions @Jennifer_Marek  #giveaway #food #cooking #contest #natural http://bit.ly/bmpv9q

Details:

Giveaway begins on August 15, 2010 and ends on September 3, 2010 at 11:59 cst. Winner will be chosen using Random.org. Giveaway open to US & Canada .

Email must be included in comment or easily available through your blogger profile. If I am unable to locate your email address, a new winner will be drawn. Good luck!

*Disclaimer: A sample product was provided to me in exchange for my honest review. The opinions and thoughts expressed are my own. I received no other compensation for my review nor was I under any obligation to give a positive review or host a giveaway.

Tropical Traditions Raw Organic Honey Review

I have had the wonderful opportunity of writing several Tropical Traditions reviews. By  now, it should be no surprise that Tropical Traditions has quickly become one of my favorite companies to rely on for organic foods, all-natural ingredients and healthy recipes. Every time I receive one of their new products, I tell myself that they couldn’t possibly have anything better. Once I received the Tropical Traditions Organic Raw Honey, my opinion instantly changed.

Tropical Traditions sources its organic honey from hives in the wild frontier areas of Canada. Most honeys on the market are pasteurized in high heat and filtered, removing many of the beneficial nutrients and enzymes.Tropical Traditions Raw Organic Honey is certified organic, contains live yeast and enzymes. It also contains pollen because it has not been filtered or processed

I’m wasn’t a huge fan of honey. I’m the girl who uses honey once a year in a hot cup of chamomile tea to help cure a sore throat. But, I have heard so many people discuss the health benefits of the Raw Food Diet. So, when I found out Tropical Traditions offers Raw Honey, I knew I had to find out what all of the talk was about.

Crystallized honey preserves natural goodness and doesn’t drip. The more rapidly honey crystallizes the finer the texture will be. It will also turn harder over time as it crystallizes. Truly raw honeys do not deteriorate with age, but like fine wines, continue to age and develop into more complex tastes.

My Raw Organic Honey arrived very quickly, as all of my Tropical Traditions products have. The first thing I noticed was the wide-mouth jar – perfect for scooping! The color is very different than traditional non-organic honey. Rather than a golden color, this honey is a rich, creamy, off-white shade, similar to the color of white chocolate. Yum!

Because it is unpasteurized, unprocessed, unheated, 100% Raw and USDA certified organic, I was expecting a thick, grainy texture. I was pleasantly surprised that this was not the case. There is a slightly thicker texture than regular honey. It is smooth like peanut butter and not at all grainy. I liked the fact that it is still full of flavor but much more nutritional. Tropical Traditions Raw Honey tastes great on so many foods- bagels, cookies, tea, vinaigrettes and so much more. Tropical Traditions has a vast collection of recipes; I recently found a recipe for Strawberry Cream Pie (Gluten Free and Dairy Free) and cannot wait to try it! Their raw honey to be the best honey I have ever tasted. I’m always looking for new foods to pair my honey with!

PURCHASE INFORMATION: A 17.6 oz. glass jar retails for $17.50. ON SALE for just $8.75 now through Sunday, August, 22nd. Also available in a 15.lb pail for $160.00. Shop for raw honey and other organic food items online at www.tropicaltraditions.com.

WIN IT: Enter my Tropical Traditions Giveaway for your chance to win a 17.6 oz jar of Organic Raw Honey. ENTER HERE.

Disclaimer: The Raw Organic Honey was provided to me in exchange for my honest review. I received no other compensation for my review. The opinions and thoughts expressed are my own.

Tropical Traditions Giveaway Winner

The following giveaways have ended and the lucky winners are… 

Tropical Traditions Organic Flour - Comment #291 heartnsoulcooking

Congratulations heartnsoulcooking! You will receive an email shortly. Thank you to everyone else who took the time to enter. Be sure to check back soon for more great Tropical Traditions Giveaways!

Tropical Traditions Organic Coconut Flour Giveaway

Organic Coconut Flour

Gluten-free, high fiber & high protein

To find out more ( and you will want to find out why Tropical Traditions Organic Coconut Flour belongs  in every kitchen) click here to read my full review. Want to try it before you buy it? No problem! Tropical Traditions has been kind enough to offer you the chance to win a 2.2lb bag of their delicious Organic Coconut Flour!

How To Enter (required):

Visit Tropical Traditions and tell what other product you would like to try.

Extra Entries (optional):

1. Follow Review Retreat publicly via Google Friend Connect. +2
2. Review my blog on Alexa. +3
3. Follow @Jennifer_Marek on Twitter. +1
4. Follow @troptraditions on Twitter. +1
5. Blog about this giveaway with a link back to this post. Comment with the post link.  +4
6. Subscribe to the Tropical Traditions newsletter. +1
7. Subscribe to my free newsletter. (remember to confirm) +1
8. Add my button to your sidebar and tell me where to find it. +2
9. Subscribe to Review Retreat via RSS. +1
10. Stumble this Giveaway. (Include link to this giveaway, comment with link) +3
11. Add me to your blog roll. +2
12. Add this giveaway to a giveaway linky and comment with link.  +2 each linky
13. Tweet the following (up to 3x daily, include tweet link) +1 each tweet

Tropical Traditions #Organic Flour Giveaway @troptraditions @Jennifer_Marek #Coconut Flour #giveaway #contest #baking- http://bit.ly/cVaA5l

Details:
Giveaway begins on June 16, 2010 and ends on July 7, 2010 at 11:59 cst. Winner will be chosen using Random.org. Giveaway open to US and Canadian Residents only. Click here to view the complete giveaway rules/guidelines.

*Disclaimer: A sample product was provided to me in exchange  for my honest review. The opinions and thoughts expressed are my own. I received no other compensation for my review nor was I under any obligation to give a positive review or host a giveaway.

Tropical Traditions Organic Coconut Flour Review

I don’t cook as often as I should but when I do, I prefer to prepare healthy meals. For the  longest time, I have been using white or wheat flour. In search of a healthier option, I discovered Tropical Traditions Organic Coconut Flour.

Tropical Traditions Organic Coconut Flour is made of the fiber derived from the coconut, after the oil has been extracted. It is certified organic, unsweetened and unlike many other products, this coconut flour is not treated with sulfites or preservatives. 

Being the amateur cook that I am, I was at a loss of what to make using my coconut flour. I turned to the Tropical Traditions (organic flour) recipe section, and I am glad I did. From there, I learned that this flour can be used not only for baking but for entrees, soups, drinks, desserts, dressings and more. I love that they have so many gluten-free recipes! I started off with a recipe I found from their beverage recipes, known as the Banana Coconut Shake. 

My banana shake was absolutely delicious- the best I have ever tasted! I have also experimented by using my organic coconut flour for coating chicken, tilapia, salmon, shrimp, pancakes, and even pizza! Tropical Traditions Organic Coconut Flour smells heavenly. There is a nice texture and it adds an irresistible light, sweet taste.

In addition to smelling and tasting great, Tropical Traditions Organic Flour is a great way to boost your daily intake of fiber and protein. It has more fiber than gluten-based grains. Are your following a gluten-free diet? Tropical Traditions Organic Flour is gluten free and also contains more than 19% non-gluten protein! I have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and my doctor recommends I avoid traditional white flour. I am so ecstatic to have found a healthy substitute that my doctors approves and I can truly enjoy.

Enter My Tropical Traditions Giveaway

Purchase Information 

Tropical Traditions Organic Coconut Flour may be purchased online at Tropical Traditions.

Cost: 1- 2.2lb bag is $12.95 (on sale for $10.95) or select 2 bags for $25.90 (on sale for $17.99)

*Disclaimer: A sample of Tropical Traditions Organic Coconut Flour was provided to me in exchange  for my honest review. I received no other compensation for my review. The opinions and thoughts expressed are my own.

Giveaway Winners

The following giveaways have ended and the winners are:

• Dali Wall Decal $25 Gift Card - Comment #344, Lindsey
• Bring It Up -Comment #167, Elena
• Hip- T & Hoola Scarf  - Comment #5, Jennifer V.
• Tropical Traditions Coconut Oil Hair Treatment - Comment #444, Kathy Pease 

Congratulations winners! Don't forget to stop by and enter my other giveaways ending soon! 

Alight Plus Size Fashion (5/23)
Sticky Words Vinyl Decal Giveaway (5/24)
Swimsuits For All $50 GC (5/25)
Pirate's Booty Healthy Snack Giveaway (5/24)
$100 ATG Stores Gift Certificate (5/28)
The Adult Toy Shoppe: Egg Vibrator (5/29)
Peter Rabbit Organic Fruit Snacks ( 5/31)
General Mills and My Blog Spark Prize Pack (6/3)
Pearl Paradise Bracelet (6/5)
Hard Candy Makeup Gift Bag (6/11)
$50 Eden Fantasys Gift Card (6/11)
$30.00 Gift Card to The Wall Works (6/11)
$50 Combo Earring Holder (6/13)
Bad Idea Funny T-Shirt (6/13)

For even more giveaways and chances to win, check out Little Yaya's Giveaways, Boobies Babies and A Blog Giveaways and Survey Junkie Giveaways! And be sure to check back because we have more amazing giveaways coming up everyday this week! Thank You!

Tropical Traditions Coconut Oil Hair Treatment

Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil for Hair Treatment is specially made for hair application. It has a slightly higher amount of protein than other Tropical Tradition's coconut oils, due to the presence of coconut solids. This Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil is a truly unrefined coconut oil.

Once again, Tropical Traditions has exceeded my expectations. My Coconut Oil for Hair Treatment arrived just several days after ordering. My hair treatment was tucked neatly inside protective bubble wrap and cardboard inserts.

I don't know a single woman who doesn't desire healthy, shiny hair. Personally, I prefer long hair. I have tried every product imaginable to try and make my hair grow. Did you know protein is needed to support scalp health? A deficiency can result in a dry scalp and thus hair, giving it a dull look. Since peanut butter contains a high amount of protein, I was using this as a hair treatment. As you can probably imagine, peanut butter is not the ideal treatment for hair. Although it does contain a high amount of protein, it is very sticky and messy. It is thick and difficult to rinse out of your hair (especially is you mistakenly use peanut butter with peanuts)!

Tropical Traditions Coconut Oil for Hair Treatment has been found to be the only oil to help reduce the loss of protein from damaged and healthy hair when used as a pre-wash or post-wash hair treatment. Rather then just sitting on the outside of your hair, Coconut Oil penetrates your hair and scalp, providing a deep conditioning. You will begin to notice less split ends therefore your hair will begin to grow faster and longer.

How To Use

For dry scalp - Rub into hair and scalp at least 30 minutes before showering, or before bed at night. Wear a shower cap or towel to protect bedding.

As a hair conditioner - Rub into the ends of your hair after washing, while the hair is still wet. Apply as needed, working towards the scalp. It can also be used as a pre-wash hair treatment applying just before showering.

Excellent for ALL hair types!

I have used my Coconut Oil Hair Treatment as a pre-wash treatment, a deep conditioner and as an aid to my dry scalp. This product smells amazingly delicious! I promise you will want to eat it. I was very impressed with the overall results from this product.

My favorite way to use Coconut Oil Hair Treatment is as a pre-wash, because it takes less time for me. I massaged a small amount in my hair, paying special attention to split ends. I let this penetrate my locks for 15 minutes, however you can chose to rinse out after only a few minutes. My hair is very long/ thick and I have a lot of split ends, which is why I chose 15 minutes. After I rinsed, I proceeded to shampoo and condition my hair as usual. I immediately noticed a difference once my hair was dry. My hair was shiny and exceptionally soft. Oh, and it smelt just as edible as the hair treatment itself. All night, my husband was leaning in to smell my hair. I must admit, the "your hair smells so good" comments were greatly appreciated.

The Coconut Oil Hair Treatment worked just as wonderfully as a conditioner and for dry scalp. Most women would shriek at the thought of adding oil to their hair in fear of looking greasy. I assure you, Tropical Traditions Coconut Oil for Hair Treatment will not give you a greasy look. I found it to be very light and it did not at all weigh my hair down.

Tropical Traditions Coconut Oil for Hair Treatment retails for $25.00 but is currently on sale for just $19.95. I realize to some, $20 might seem like a lot to spend on hair products, because I rarely spend it myself. However, this hair treatment left my hair looking and feeling better then it does when I leave the salon. This product goes a long way and is definitely worth every penny.

Tropical Traditions Coconut Oil Hair Treatment Giveaway

Tropical Traditions has generously offered to provide one lucky Review Retreat reader a 16oz jar of Coconut Oil for Hair Treatment! You will wonder how you ever lived without this stuff. Find out more here.

MANDATORY - Visit Tropical Traditions and let me know what product you would like to try most. Your email address must be visible in your entry comment.

Optional Extra Entries - Eligible after completing mandatory entry above: You can do any or all of the following for one entry each. Please leave a separate comment for each that you have done.

-- Follow Review Retreat Publicly. +1
--Follow Tropical Traditions on Twitter +1
--Follow me on Twitter. +2
-- Become a Fan "Like Me" on Facebook. +2
--Subscribe to Tropical Traditions Newsletter. +1
--Become a Fan, "Like" Tropical Traditions Facebook +1
--Subscribe to my free newsletter. +1
--Add my button to your sidebar. +3
--Subscribe to Review Retreat via RSS. +1
--Blog about this giveaway with a link back to this post. Comment with the post link. +8
--Stumble, Digg and/or add to Del.icio.us Bookmarks.(Include username/link) +2 each
--Add me to your blog roll. +2
--Tweet the following (up to 3x daily) +1 each tweet

Win a #Free Tropical Traditions 16oz Gold Label #Coconut Oil Hair Treatment #GIVEAWAY @troptraditions @Jennifer_Marek- http://tiny.cc/m92j5

DETAILS
Giveaway begins on April 26, 2010 and ends on May 22, 2010 at 11:59 cst. Giveaway is open to US & Canadian Residents. Winner will be chosen using Random.org. Winner must respond within 48 hours otherwise a new winner will be selected. Only one person/ per email/ per household/ per IP address may enter. Click here to view the complete giveaway rules/guidelines.

Disclaimer: I received a free hair treatment in exchange for my honest review. The opinions & thoughts expressed are my own. I received no other compensation for my review nor was I under any obligation to give a positive review or host a giveaway.

Tropical Traditions Skin Exfoliator Giveaway

Tropical Traditions has generously offered to provide one lucky Review Retreat reader a 4oz jar of Skin Exfoliator!

MANDATORY: Visit Tropical Traditions and let me know another skin care product you would like to try. Your email address must be visible in your entry comment.

EXTRA ENTRIES: Please remember to leave a separate comment for each entry. If it says 3 extra entries, leave 3 separate comments. If you only leave one comment, it will only count as one entry!

-Follow Tropical Traditions on Twitter +1
-Follow me on Twitter. +2
-Subscribe to Tropical Traditions Newsletter. +1
-Leave a comment on Tropical Traditions Facebook wall. Include link/Facebook ID. +1
-Subscribe to my free newsletter. +1
-Add my button to your sidebar. +3
-Subscribe to Review Retreat via RSS. +1
-Blog about this giveaway with a link back to this post. Comment with the post link. +6
-Stumble, Digg and/or add to Del.icio.us Bookmarks.(Include username/link) +2 each
-Add me to your blog roll. +2
-Tweet the following (up to 3x daily) +1 each tweet

RT- Win a #Free Tropical Traditions Exfoliator @Jennifer_Marek @Troptraditions #giveaway #contest #beauty http://beta.tiny.cc/c7l2y

DETAILS:
Giveaway begins on April 3, 2010 and ends on April 18, 2010 at 11:59 cst. Giveaway is open to US & Canadian Residents. Winner will be chosen using Random.org. Winner must respond within 48 hours otherwise a new winner will be selected. Only one person/ per email/ per household/ per IP address may enter. Click here to view the complete giveaway rules/guidelines.

Disclaimer: I received a free jar of skin exfoliator in exchange for my honest review. The opinions & thoughts expressed are my own. I received no other compensation for my review nor was I under any obligation to give a positive review or host a giveaway.

Coconut Oil Giveaway by Tropical Traditions

I am so excited to announce Tropical Traditions will be sending one lucky Review Retreat reader a 32oz glass jar of Gold Label Coconut Oil. I am absolutely addicted to their Coconut Oil. If you thought it was just for cooking, think again! I have the worst dry skin and I have been using their Gold Label Coconut Oil in my baths every night. This is the first time I have been able to fall asleep at night without itching. My skin feels so silky and smooth. To find out more, click here.

✫Mandatory Entry✫
Follow me publicly via Google Friend Connect & tell me what you would do with your Coconut Oil.

Extra Entries
Leave a separate comment for each entry. If you do not, it will only count as one entry. Include your email address or make sure one is visible in on your Google Profile.

• Subscribe Via RSS.
• Follow Tropical Traditions on Twitter.
• Blog about this giveaway with a link back to Review Retreat. (8 entries)
• Add my button to your blog and tell me where to find it. (2 entries)
• Follow me on Twitter.
• Subscribe to My Newsletter Via Email. (2 entries)
• Become a Fan of Tropical Traditions on Facebook.
• Enter another one of my giveaways.(1 extra entry per giveaway)
• Tell me what recipe you would most like to try.
• Tweet the Following (Up to 3x Daily):

Win a #Free Tropical Traditions 32oz Gold Label #Coconut Oil #GIVEAWAY #contest @Jennifer_Marek- Please RT!
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Details

Giveaway begins on 3/4/10 & Ends on 3/19/10 at 11:59cst. Winner will be chosen using Random.Org. An email notification will be sent to the email address provided by the winner. The winner must respond within 48 hours. Failure to do so will result in being disqualified and a new winner will be chosen. Only one person per household may enter.