Sweet and spicy treats.

Last week I was invited to a party affiliated with the BlogHer conference in New York City. Since it took place the night I arrived and since I met the entrance criteria (blogger, 45 or older) I accepted. The sponsor was Boombox Network, an “online social media collective” for Baby Boomers.

(It’s always a surprise to realize that yes, I am a Boomer even though I never really associate myself with that group.)

Boombox throws a nice party and I met some very interesting women. Afterward the organizers told us to help ourselves to the lovely snacks that had been set out. Some of these were unopened and will remain so — until this week’s giveaway receives them.

Does the photo of Lavender Pecan Brittle hold any appeal? If not (or if so), there’s always the New Mexico Red Chile Caramel Corn?

Here’s what’s up for grabs:

  • Lavender Caramel Corn and that New Mexico corn mentioned above — Each is a 3-ounce bag.
  • Pecan Cinnamon Caramel Corn — This one is an 8-ounce bag.
  • Mango Chipotle Zinger Almonds — Ten ounces of a treat that sounds so good I had to force myself not to open the bag.
  • Lavender Pecan Brittle — A 12-ounce jar of indulgence.

The popcorn and brittle are from C.G. Higgins, an artisan chocolate and candy company headquartered in Santa Fe. Those intriguing almonds are courtesy of Olomomo Nut Company in Boulder.

These are some nice goodies. The savory ones would go nicely with adult beverages on a warm summer evening. The pecan brittle is too good to share, so don’t tell anybody if you win.

Here’s hoping I can bubble-wrap it well enough that the popcorn doesn’t end up in little crumbles. Of course, then you could just consider it an ice-cream topping.

To enter:

If you do any (or all!) of these things, please leave separate, additional comments to get credit for each entry.

The entry deadline is 6 p.m. PDT Monday, Aug. 14. The winner must respond by 9 p.m. PDT Tuesday, Aug. 15.  In other words: If you enter this giveaway, check your e-mail!

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113 thoughts on “Sweet and spicy treats.”

  1. I’ve been a subscriber since way back when you posted via the Sii Coyote messaging feature!
    Please, please, please let me win the brittle!
    You could deliver it in person if you have time to get together while you’re in state!

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  2. I too am classified as a baby boomer, but it seems like that is not my generation, I identify with the group one year behind me. Must be because I am the oldest child, so I go with the rest of the family. goodies look outstanding

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  3. I would love to try all of these! Thanks for the opportunity. (The big trick if I win will be distracting my teenage chow hounds!)

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  4. I was born and raised in NM, but now live in NC. I sure do miss NM food! I was raised on spicy food and anything spicy is right up my alley!

    Love your blog!

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  5. I follow you via email and must say your self-control is commendable as is your generosity.

    If these treats were offered to me you’d see me a few minutes with shards of peanut brittle all over me!

    It sounds like you had a great time. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us!

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  6. What a hoot! Thanks for sharing your travels in NY…I can only imagine what my reaction to the prices in the “Big Apple” would be. Would love to win some of the goodies!

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    • @Kay Lynn: I was surprised and happy to see you, too. I assumed I wouldn’t know a soul there. (But I left knowing lots!)

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  7. I also follow on facebook. (I don’t want to miss a thing!)
    I’d probably follow on twitter too, but that is one social media outlet that I haven’t quite embraced. Somehow, I can’t see the point.

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  8. “Boomers are us” Sometimes i don’t feel old enough to belong, but i suppose i need to face reality. At age 55, was able to get in the food line for elders at a city-wide picnic this weekend, thereby cutting my waiting time in half!

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  9. Donna, are you considering selling it a bargain price like you did with the specialty coffees you won years back , trouble is eating these often can be pricy , wonder if one can bake it, garden herbs too, folks I hear grow certain vegetables and herbs in the garden,
    and they sort of enjoy it even if the yard isn’t tropical and small.

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