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Tubac Olive Oil and Balsamic Gift Set Giveaway

Happy New Years!  I hope you all had fun ringing in 2012. Last year was very special year for me and I was a bit sad to see it end, though I’m incredibly excited to see what new adventures lie ahead.  In 2011 I got married, moved forward with my culinary career and took some very memorable vacations.

Today we leave Arizona and return to the East Coast.  I had a wonderful time visiting with friends and family, seeing sights and enjoying local cuisine.  We took a few day trips over the past week and one of the most memorable for me was Tubac, a small town close to the Mexican border.

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2011 © copyright Savory Simple, all rights reserved

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2011 © copyright Savory Simple, all rights reserved

2011 © copyright Savory Simple, all rights reserved

2011 © copyright Savory Simple, all rights reserved

Tubac was first established in 1752 and now features a historic state park, residences, and numerous local shops, restaurants and art galleries.   One of the first shops we visited was Tubac Olive Oil.  I was immediately in heaven when I realized every oil and vinegar in the shop could be sampled.  My kind of place!

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2011 © copyright Savory Simple, all rights reserved

2011 © copyright Savory Simple, all rights reserved

2011 © copyright Savory Simple, all rights reserved

I bought myself some wonderful 18 year aged balsamic and also picked up a really nice gift set to offer for a New Years Giveaway!

This fabulous set includes:

I’m offering 5 different ways to enter this contest. You can choose to do one step or all of them, but you have to leave separate comments for each entry in order for them to be counted.

  1. Leave a comment telling me your new years resolution.
  2. Like Savory Simple on Facebook. In order for the entry to count you must do this as yourself, not as your blog.
  3. Subscribe to my blog (there’s a link on the sidebar).
  4. Follow @savorysimple on Twitter. Then tweet the entire following statement: I’ve just entered to win an Olive Oil & Balsamic Gift Set from @savorysimple! Enter here: http://wp.me/pEBAb-15a #giveaway
  5. Post about the contest on your blog and include a link to this page. If you don’t have a blog, you can post it on your Facebook profile.

Good luck, everyone! The contest ends January 10th at 5pm. I will select a winner via random.org.  This contest is open to US residents only.

138 Comments
  1. the gift set sounds terrific! I’m entering by liking Savory Simple on Facebook.

    January 2, 2012
  2. You had me at pumpkin balsamic vinegar! Yum! As for my resolution, I plan to spend at least 1 hour per day doing something that brings me joy – studying Italian, baking for a friend, heading out for an impromptu photo session, etc.

    January 2, 2012
  3. I “like” you on Facebook.

    January 2, 2012
  4. I follow on Twitter.

    January 2, 2012
  5. I tweeted!

    January 2, 2012
  6. this year, I resolve to learn how to crochet!

    January 2, 2012
  7. I am a Savory Simple fan!

    January 2, 2012
  8. Created 2012 LIttle by Little List and see how many goals I reach by the end of each month

    January 2, 2012
  9. I’m subscribed via WordPress.

    January 2, 2012
  10. My New Year’s resolution is to focus more on nutrition and less on calories!

    January 2, 2012
  11. I “liked” you on Facebook -

    January 2, 2012
  12. I’ve already subscribed :)

    January 2, 2012
  13. This year I am making a new biscotti recipe each week and blogging about it

    January 2, 2012
  14. My resolution is to drink more Guinness. I already subscribe and like you on Facebook, I’ll share there.

    January 2, 2012
  15. Terry Avila #

    Would love to make new friends this year!

    January 2, 2012
  16. Linda Rogers #

    My resolution is of course healther eating, walking more and weight loss.

    January 2, 2012
  17. Terry Avila #

    Liked Savory Simple on Facebook (Mimi Avila)

    January 2, 2012
  18. Linda Rogers #

    I like Savory Simple on Facebook : )

    January 2, 2012
  19. Terry Avila #

    Following @savorysimple

    Tweet: https://twitter.com/#!/ninjabunyz1/status/153875148708122625

    January 2, 2012
  20. Linda Rogers #

    I have subcribed to your blog : )

    January 2, 2012
  21. My resolution is to spend more time in the kitchen!

    January 2, 2012
  22. Your giveaway is generious and beautiful. I would love and be honored to win it. I see so many uses popping through my head.

    January 2, 2012
  23. I am sharing this beautiful giveaway on both my personal and blog page. Thank you!!

    January 2, 2012
  24. My resolution: Balance!

    January 2, 2012
  25. To lose weight by eating healthy! Olive oil, balsamic vinegar a good start, lol. Happy New Year to you!

    January 2, 2012
  26. My new years resolution is very secret but if you promise not to tell. It is 30 minutes every day after feeding out and blog time, writing my book. Any more than that is a bonus, but 30 minutes a day. Late morning.. There now.. sshhh.. c

    January 2, 2012
  27. Becky #

    Jen, I already follow your blog and like you on Facebook. A friend shared a blog about a one-word (active verb) resolution. For 2012, I chose STRETCH.

    January 2, 2012
  28. Laura Scott #

    Don’t like resolutions, but have vowed to eat healthier meals and not to skip so many.

    January 2, 2012
  29. Laura Scott #

    I liked you on Facebook!

    January 2, 2012
  30. Laura Scott #

    Autocorrect certainly changed things. I have posted your link for this giveaway on my FB.

    January 2, 2012
  31. Great photos! that pumpkin balsamic vinegar sounds very interesting. i tweeted out your contest details, I’ll link to it, in my next post!

    January 2, 2012
  32. I’m going to have to unsubscribe in order to subscribe!

    January 2, 2012
  33. Zoe @ Pantry and Fridge #

    Happy New Year, You were here when the weather was very beautiful! So glad you enjoyed your stay in AZ.
    Oh boy, New Year Resolutions…. Always a tough one for me. Mine is to use my Total Gym at least four times a week and back off of the fat & sugar I so easily ate this holiday.
    Wish me luck!!!!
    I love your little finds. I love little shops like this. There’s a tiny place just outside of Strawberry that has probably 20 differ flavors of honey that’s harvested there. Such fun!
    What are your resolutions?

    January 2, 2012
  34. My new years resolutions are to….
    Try at least one new recipe each week
    Read more books
    Start a vermacompost
    Say “yes” when a new adventure or opportunity comes my way

    January 2, 2012
  35. What a great gift giveaway! I have a lot of goals (resolutions) for New Years this year. My overall goal is to be more organized and have small goals each month. I am currently working on my blog post about all of my goals for 2012. I also entered on Twitter!

    January 2, 2012
  36. I am a subscriber to your beautiful blog….

    My resolution for 2012 is to continue cooking healthy, explore new foods, and blog more often.

    January 2, 2012
  37. One of my resolutions is to think of 3 things I’m grateful for every day so I don’t take things for granted :)

    January 2, 2012
  38. Karen Marie #

    I don’t do “resolutions”, but I do set goals. I need to walk at least 30 minutes each day and start running using the First Strides program. Goal: to run my first 5K by my birthday.

    January 2, 2012
  39. Karen Marie #

    I subscribe to your blog.

    January 2, 2012
  40. My main resolution is to get in better shape this year! My goal is to find a form of exercise that I enjoy, so it doesn’t seem like a chore! :)

    January 2, 2012
  41. Follower via Facebook! Awesome giveaway – would love to win! :)

    January 2, 2012
  42. i am not making any resolutions this year lol :)

    January 2, 2012
  43. i am following you on FB and twitter @krailton

    January 2, 2012
  44. My New Year’s resolution is to procrastinate less and move around more!

    January 2, 2012
  45. I have two resolutions, 1. debt management and 2. getting back into a healthy lifestyle!

    January 2, 2012
  46. I like SS on facebook – Lasairiona McMaster

    January 2, 2012
  47. I follow you on Twitter and tweeted about your giveaway!

    January 2, 2012
  48. My new years resolution is to do at least one thing I enjoy every single day. it’s amazing how much I let myself become last on my own list!

    January 2, 2012
  49. My New Years Resolution is to keep my kitchen (and apartment) more organized

    January 2, 2012
  50. I like your page on Facebook!

    January 2, 2012
  51. So glad to hear you had a wonderful time. Thanks for sharing the photos! Already like you on Facebook. :) Pumpkin balsamic vinegar? I’m intrigued!

    January 2, 2012
  52. I like to set SMART Goals instead of New Year’s resolutions! One of mine this year will be to de-clutter!

    January 2, 2012
  53. I liked Savory Simple on Facebook!

    January 2, 2012
  54. I tweeted about this giveaway and follow you on Twitter!

    January 2, 2012
  55. My New Year’s resolution is to lose 30 pounds… ugh!

    January 2, 2012
  56. I “like” you on Facebook!

    January 2, 2012
  57. I subscribe to your blog with my Gmail address

    January 2, 2012
  58. I follow you on Twitter and Tweeted about the giveaway

    January 2, 2012
  59. You have a great eye for photography!
    Congratulations on getting married last year.
    What an interesting place you found in Tubac. Do they do mail order?
    I really like the idea of infusing balsamic, I’ll have to play with that concept.
    Do you know if they actually infuse their own product?
    Enjoyed reading your blog, as usual!
    Best New Year to you!
    P.

    January 2, 2012
    • I believe so, check their website for details

      January 2, 2012
  60. My new year’s resolution is to drink more wine (not in a creepy way, just in a treat-yourself-more-often way). I made the same resolution last year and broke it. This year I will not fail, despite the fact that Sweden has a very annoying state-controlled liquor store system that makes it a pain to pick up any wine.

    Glad you enjoyed your trip. Happy New Year!

    January 2, 2012
  61. I’ve already liked you on FB!

    January 2, 2012
  62. And I’m already a subscriber to your blog. :)

    January 2, 2012
  63. happy new year to you :)

    January 2, 2012
  64. Sheila G. #

    I “liked” you, and my Resolution is to control my anger and open my baking business, finally.

    January 2, 2012
  65. Maureen #

    I know it might be a bit selfish but I am going to see if I can do things that help me. Last year I put others before myself and put myself last on the list of people to tend to. I had some issues as a rsult and others have been telling me that if I am going to help anyone that I have to help myself first so I am going to try and put myself first in relaxation etc

    January 2, 2012
  66. Mary #

    My resolution, actually, I just decided – quit smoking. It really is my only real vice, most of my life is pretty cleaned up, gotta get rid of the cigarettes!! Would LOVE to win this give away! I have a FB buddy that lives not far from Tubac. Have a great New Year and thanks for the opportunity.

    January 2, 2012
  67. Meryl #

    My New Year’s resolution is to have no resolutions!

    January 2, 2012
  68. Louis S. #

    To increase my business sales.

    January 2, 2012
  69. I love scented olive oils and balsamic vinegars — it’s getting really trendy on the west coast! My favourite way to enjoy a chocolate balsamic vinegar I have is to make a reduction and then drizzle it over strawberries and crumbed goat cheese. :D

    Also, my New Years resolution is to stop shuffling my feet at work. I don’t normally shuffle, but I think my weekend retail job just makes me depressed or something.

    Happy New Year!

    January 2, 2012
  70. My resolution for 2012 is to look at things in a new way. (I know what that means)

    January 2, 2012
  71. My New Year’s Resolution is to eat healthier.

    January 2, 2012
  72. I like your page on Facebook (Lesha Anderson).

    January 2, 2012
  73. I’m a subscriber.

    January 2, 2012
  74. Greetings! What a great idea to share the gifts and treasures you have found! Here is one of my New Year’s resolutions, but one thing first: if ever I happen to win the gift set, I would like you to please grab it, go to one of your neighbors you have not met yet, knock on the door, explain who you are and offer them the oils as a “welcome to our community” gift! Now for my resolution: To be a peaceful observer rather than a judgmental crusader.

    January 2, 2012
  75. I love buying olive oil from new places. I made my husband drive to Les Beau de Provence (which was quite a ways out of our way) on our honeymoon just to buy olive oil that I’d heard about. My New Year’s resolution is to progress rom being a passive observer (or lurker?) to an active commenter online. How’s this for keeping my resolution?

    January 2, 2012
  76. beewbedard #

    NYR: to do more yoga
    brendawitherspoon at hotmail dot com

    January 2, 2012
  77. Brenda Witherspoon-Bedard #

    Like Savory Simple on Facebook
    Brenda Witherspoon-Bedard
    brendawitherspoon at hotmail dot com

    January 2, 2012
  78. Brenda Witherspoon-Bedard #

    Subscribed to your blog
    brendawitherspoon at hotmail dot com

    January 2, 2012
  79. Brenda Witherspoon-Bedard #

    following you on twitter and tweeted

    brendawitherspoon at hotmail dot com

    January 2, 2012
  80. Brenda Witherspoon-Bedard #

    no blog – shared on fb
    http://www.facebook.com/brenda.witherspoonbedard/posts/203123969779300
    brendawitherspoon at hotmail dot com

    January 2, 2012
  81. Allicia #

    This year I resolve to get more organized.

    January 2, 2012
  82. I love your photos! My resolutions are to simplify my life – in every way possible, read more and spend as much time with my family as possible!

    January 2, 2012
  83. I don’t make New Year’s resolutions because I don’t have to (I’m over twenty-one!) but I look forward to taking “The Kale Chronicles” through an entire year: at twice a week, that means one hundred and four new paintings and pounds and pounds of seasonal produce — will that do? — Sharyn

    January 2, 2012
  84. I like you on facebook!

    January 2, 2012
  85. and I subscribe to your blog!!

    January 2, 2012
  86. and my new year’s resolution is to blog more often and stretch every day!

    January 2, 2012
  87. My resolution (other than the 10 lbs thing, blah, blah, blase) is to work at getting better at food photography/plating. Your site helps by setting a good example! Keep up the good work.

    January 2, 2012
  88. My new years resolution is to simplify things.

    January 2, 2012
  89. I am one of your facebook followers (Rust Hawk).

    January 2, 2012
  90. I am following you on twitter and tweeted https://twitter.com/#!/rusthawk/status/154034964348944385

    January 2, 2012
  91. Breanne #

    I would love to be less stingy with money. It’s ridiculous right now :/

    January 3, 2012
  92. my new year’s resolution is to budget my time better so I can spend more time on my creative pursuits.

    January 3, 2012
  93. I “like” you on facebook too!

    January 3, 2012
  94. Wehaf #

    My resolution is to improve my table manners.

    January 3, 2012
  95. My new resolution is to try out more brands of olive oil this year

    January 3, 2012
  96. I tweeted the giveaway:

    January 3, 2012
  97. I am following @savorysimple on twitter under @erikiksaz1

    January 3, 2012
  98. This gift sounds absolutely lovely. But I just adore all of your photos.. they are amazing. I love how the colors in the photos come alive.

    January 3, 2012
  99. mistee dawn #

    To lose weight!

    misteedawnw at aol dot com

    January 3, 2012
  100. oh…very nice gift set! wonder if I am eligible all the way in Montreal :)

    January 3, 2012
  101. My new year’s resolution was to get back on track with my eating and exercising habits. Cliche, but I really need to get serious again!

    January 3, 2012
  102. I already like Savory Simple on Facebook

    January 3, 2012
  103. I already subscribe to Savory Simple

    January 3, 2012
  104. I follow Savory Simple on Twitter and tweeted about the giveaway!

    January 3, 2012
  105. My resolution is to lose weight

    January 3, 2012
  106. facebook fan: carolyn gonzalez

    January 3, 2012
  107. subscriber

    January 3, 2012
  108. I am subscribed via WordPress

    January 4, 2012
  109. I like you on FB

    January 4, 2012
  110. And I totally tweeted you :)

    January 4, 2012
  111. Cheryl W. #

    My resolution this year is very simple. To love more than I did last year. You can go wrong with loving others, can you?

    Thank you so much for the opportunity to enter, I truly appreciate it.

    P.S. I don’t think that shop would like to see me coming because I would spend a whole day just sampling it all! Hehe

    January 4, 2012
  112. Cheryl W. #

    I like Savory Simple on Facebook

    January 4, 2012
  113. Cheryl W. #

    I subscribe to your blog.

    January 4, 2012
  114. Cheryl W. #

    I follow you on Twitter @HeartnSoulmom

    Tweet

    January 4, 2012
  115. Aubreylaine #

    My New Years Resolution is to be more patient with myself & others :)
    littlegray88 at yahoo dot com

    January 5, 2012
  116. Aubreylaine #

    I like you on FB!
    littlegray88 at yahoo dot com

    January 5, 2012
  117. I have nominated you for The Versatile Blogger Award. You can read about the award process on my blog at http://thereinventedlass.wordpress.com/ in the Versatile Blogger post. Congratulations! And thanks for your awesome blog!

    January 6, 2012
  118. My New Year’s resolution is to cook homemade meals from scratch as often as possible. Maybe using some of this olive oil!

    January 6, 2012
  119. New Year’s resolution–healthier eating with more vegetables and grains in my cooking. That gift set would fit so well with that. Love your blog!

    January 6, 2012
  120. Kary S #

    My New Year’s resolution is to attend pastry school (finally).

    Cheers!

    January 7, 2012
  121. My new years resolution is to do more yoga.

    January 7, 2012
  122. My new year’s resolution is to live with intention.

    January 9, 2012
  123. I posted about this contest on my blog: http://fromherenow.wordpress.com/2012/01/09/foodie-contest-alert/

    January 9, 2012
  124. I “like” you on Facebook.

    January 9, 2012
  125. I am a blog subscriber.

    January 9, 2012
  126. My new years resolution is to take better care of myself! I already follow you on Facebook and Twitter, but I’ll advertise for you!! :-)

    January 10, 2012

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