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Tealish ~ Artfully crafted gourmet teas
When was the last time you had one of those weeks?

You know the kind... the kind where it seems you have more to do than there are hours in a day.

I had that kind of week last week. By the time the weekend rolled around, I was way ready for a relaxing cup of tea (or two!) and perhaps something a little stronger later!
 
 
As I continue to enjoy bakery fresh breads free of gluten, dairy, soy, and nuts, I keep wondering how you would like them.
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Remember this?

I think about you, you know. I want you to enjoy your food and to eat smart...


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Allergen free sweet treats from Smart Treat...oh, those macaroons!



I even want you to indulge from time to time.








So do the folks at Smart Treat bakery...Dorothy, Bonnie, Chef Brian...they're all concerned about your healthy diet, too!

That's why they have decided to give 1 of you a fabulous gift basket valued at $25 brimming with gluten free Smart Treat breads and treats!
THE GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED. CONGRATULATIONS TO JILL, WINNER OF THE $25 GIFT BASKET! THANK YOU TO ALL WHO ENTERED!

The GIVEAWAY begins today, Friday, June 3, and ends on Thursday, June 9, at 11:59 p.m. One winner will be randomly selected and announced on Saturday, June 10.

To enter, leave a comment telling me which Smart Treat you'd most like to try. For up to THREE MORE CHANCES TO WIN, do one or more of the following. Be sure to leave a separate comment for each item listed, along with a valid email address, so we can contact you.

1. Like me on my NEW Facebook page!
2. Follow me on
Twitter
3. Subscribe to my site via email (upper right corner of this page)

Good luck!
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Be sure to stop by on Sunday for something new ~ Sipping Sundays.
 
We'll be tasting teas from around the world with flavors more exotic than those we might find in the typical tea drinker's pantry!

Can't wait to share...

xo,
Gigi
 
 
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Manage your health through diet!
I was thrilled when I was contacted by JoyBauer.com to review Joy's New York Times Bestselling book, Food Cures!

With over 400 pages of sound advice on topics ranging from managing diabetes to boosting mood, Joy has covered it all in this comprehensive guide to managing your health!
 
 
Perhaps the a-MAY-zing part of this month is how quickly it's racing past me.
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With week 3 now a sweet memory, I'm eager to charge on for the final full week of May and make it our best yet!

Did you have a look at my review of Indie Candy? If not, check it out to see where you can find fantastic allergen-free, natural gourmet confections!

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Want a little spice to balance that sweet? Check out my review of Zatarain's New Orleans style rice mixes ~ 20 varieties, all gluten-free. Go ahead, get your N'awlins on!

And congrats to Cheryl F., who won the giveaway!

But we didn't stop with a taste of New Orleans...
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we kicked up our heels in the Med, delighting in the enticing flavors of Greece with this vegetarian menu...

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then journeyed north to the Arctic circle for a vegan Norwegian middag!

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And for a healthy snack along the way, crisp Kale Chips with Rosemary & Sea Salt!

A tremendous week indeed! But I say we can top it!

Coming up next week, I've got new product reviews for you, a peek at where I spent my Sunday, and our best giveaway yet! I've partnered up with my pals at JoyBauer.com to be able to give 4 of you a gift that will help you stay on the path to optimal health! I cannot wait! See you then!

xo,
Gigi
 
 
Congratulations to Cheryl F., who won this giveaway!
The giveaway is now closed
 
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Over 20 GF options to help you jazz up your next meal!
You already know that I don't stock a pantry full of "quick to fix" mixes, but lately, some excellent gluten-free options have come to my attention, and I can't help but share them with you!