This year for Christmas my mom Santa put a 100 calorie pack of dark chocolate covered pomegranates in my stocking.
I thought they were the yummiest little snack (perfect for random chocolate cravings!), so I set out looking for them in stores. I’m not sure if I just didn’t look hard enough or they hadn’t hit shelves yet or what, but I couldn’t find them anywhere. This is kind of embarrassing, but I decided to just email Brookside Chocolate to see if they knew where I could find those tasty little buggers in a store near me. The awesome folks there ending up offering to send me a sample bag of not only my beloved dark chocolate covered pomegranates, but also of their dark chocolate covered acai with bluberry and their dark chocolate goji with raspberry. Ok, fine. Twist my arm, Brookside Chocolatiers. Twist my arm.
I was obviously psyched for this package to arrive, but when it did I was pretty confused because it was seriously a ginormous package. I thought that I might have just walked into a lifetime supply of real fruit juice pieces dipped in smooth dark chocolate (not that it would have been a bad thing!). However, when I opened the box, I realized that Brookside sent me a whole bunch of super fun stuff aside from the three different flavors of chocolate.
A Crate & Barrel ceramic three bowl dip server:
A Crate & Barrel ceramic cheese board and knife:
Two stemless wine glasses, also Crate & Barrel:
A Gaiam workout headband (love! and it matches my sneakers and my new Old Navy top)
A free year’s subscription to Fitness magazine:
And I don’t have a picture, but also a $30 American Express gift card.
Ummmm, how awesome! I literally was doing high knees around my apartment. Excitement burns calories too, people.
Inside the package was a little note:
Welcome to Brookside: A place where the perfect pairing of smooth dark chocolate and exotic real fruit juice pieces offers a deliciously different taste experience. We use thoughtfully selected ingredients to develop intriguing flavor combinations. We welcome you to enjoy the perfect pairings of Brookside Chocolate with this exclusive Tasting Kit. Pair new Brookside Chocolate with an indulgent, relaxing evening of red wine and gourmet cheese and a healthy, active lifestyle. We hope this kit provokes your passions and helps you find perfect balance.
Is that not me to a T?!
I absolutely love all my new stuff. The three flavors of chocolate are so good. There’s no eating right from the bag with these – too dangerous! And while I liked all three flavors, I think the pomegranate is still my favorite. Thanks, Mom, for swiping those from your break room at work for an extra stocking stuffer. See what it got me?
The Giveaway!
Wanna get all the stuff that I got? You can!
All you have to do is leave a comment on this post telling me how you like to find perfect balance between living a healthy lifestyle and treating yourself/indulging every once in a while too.
That one comment is all that’s required, but you can earn extra entries for this giveaway by:
- Liking both Fitness & Feta and Brookside Chocolates on Facebook (liking both = 1 comment)
- Following both Fitness & Feta and Brookside Chocolates on Twitter (following both = 1 comment)
- Sharing this giveaway on your own Facebook or Twitter pages (any form of social media share = 1 comment).
That’s a max of 4 comments/entries each. The contest will remain open until Thursday night at 11:59 EST. I will announce the winner on Friday. Good luck!
FInding that balance is tricky. Moderation is the key. You can have chocolate once in a while, but not eat an entire box of chocolates at one sitting.
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FInding that balance is tricky. Moderation is the key. You can have chocolate once in a while, but not eat an entire box of chocolates at one sitting.
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Ah, I love the Pomegranates. I love to have a few mixed in with almonds for a nice little snack. The key for me to balance is to be be mindful of what I’m putting in my body.
Ah, I love the Pomegranates. I love to have a few mixed in with almonds for a nice little snack. The key for me to balance is to be be mindful of what I’m putting in my body.
The difficulty in balance for me definitely comes with the food. I have no problem getting workouts in! I make the balance by limiting my sweets intake to only homemade sweets…that way at least I know exactly what’s going into my body!
The difficulty in balance for me definitely comes with the food. I have no problem getting workouts in! I make the balance by limiting my sweets intake to only homemade sweets…that way at least I know exactly what’s going into my body!
I liked both of you on facebook!
I liked both of you on facebook!
The balance between healthy and indulgence is key and such a challenge. I try to allow myself treat meals but make sure that the rest of the meals of the day are healthy. Wine and chocolate are my favorites.
I liked both of you on FB.
I liked both of you on FB.
I focus really hard during the week on meals and workouts so on the weekends I can treat myself and have an off day from the gym.
I focus really hard during the week on meals and workouts so on the weekends I can treat myself and have an off day from the gym.
I liked you both on Facebook!
I liked you both on Facebook!
I follow you both on Twitter!
I follow you both on Twitter!
I retweeted your post on Twitter….(I REALLY like Crate and Barrel haha)
I retweeted your post on Twitter….(I REALLY like Crate and Barrel haha)
I eat pretty healthy during the week so I can eat how I want on the weekends. Not thinking about it makes it so much easier!
I eat pretty healthy during the week so I can eat how I want on the weekends. Not thinking about it makes it so much easier!
I liked you both on Facebook! What a fun giveaway 🙂
I liked you both on Facebook! What a fun giveaway 🙂
o.m.goodness i need this!! such a fun giveaway:)
o.m.goodness i need this!! such a fun giveaway:)
I like you on facebook!
I like you on facebook!
I’m not always great at finding that balance, but I try to give myself a little wiggle room. If I’m craving something specific, I’ll have it (just in smaller portions than I used to).
I’m not always great at finding that balance, but I try to give myself a little wiggle room. If I’m craving something specific, I’ll have it (just in smaller portions than I used to).
I liked both on Facebook (Becki Lynn).
I liked both on Facebook (Becki Lynn).
Followed both on Twitter (@Fight4Wellness).
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I eat all organic produce and meat from a local butcher’s and exercise most days of the week. I’m not afraid to give myself a couple days off from working out now and then and I have a small piece of chocolate every day. I know I’m not in flawless, model shape on the outside, but my body is healthy and it does everything I want and need it to. So, I think I’ve struck a decent balance between clean, healthy living, and indulgence.
I eat all organic produce and meat from a local butcher’s and exercise most days of the week. I’m not afraid to give myself a couple days off from working out now and then and I have a small piece of chocolate every day. I know I’m not in flawless, model shape on the outside, but my body is healthy and it does everything I want and need it to. So, I think I’ve struck a decent balance between clean, healthy living, and indulgence.
To me, finding balance is not depriving yourself. You exercise and work hard for a reason. If you’re really craving something, have it (the real thing; not the sugar-free version). And then move on with your day and healthy choices 🙂
I liked both on Facebook!
I liked both on Facebook!
I follow both on Twitter!
I follow both on Twitter!
Find balance is finding time for the gym and eating what I love, in moderation!
Find balance is finding time for the gym and eating what I love, in moderation!
I “like” both pages on Facebook.
I follow both on Twitter as @one_of_three.
I follow both on Twitter as @one_of_three.
I find balance by allowing myself to enjoy “guilty” foods in moderation, but only on days that i have put my time in at the gym!
I find balance by allowing myself to enjoy “guilty” foods in moderation, but only on days that i have put my time in at the gym!
i liked both on fb (name is vunda vall)
i liked both on fb (name is vunda vall)
I find balance by practicing moderation and dividing treats into single serving portions. That way you are less inclined to overindulge. Thanks!
I follow both on twitter @LSerks
I follow both on twitter @LSerks
I find balance by eating lots of veggies and staying action and eat what I love in moderation!
I find balance by eating lots of veggies and staying action and eat what I love in moderation!
I try to eat healthy during the week, especially by packing my own lunch. And try not to feel guilty when I let myself indulge. 🙂
I try to eat healthy during the week, especially by packing my own lunch. And try not to feel guilty when I let myself indulge. 🙂
I like both you and Brookside Chocolates on FB! Thanks!
I like you and Brookside on Facebook!
I like you and Brookside on Facebook!
I follow you and Brookside on Twitter!
I shared this on Twitter!
I shared this on Twitter!
I shared this on Facebook! I hope I WINNN!!
I shared this on Facebook! I hope I WINNN!!
Yummy! I strive for a balance by taking the time to rest and recover after my workouts. I love yoga and monthly massages!
Yummy! I strive for a balance by taking the time to rest and recover after my workouts. I love yoga and monthly massages!
I follow you on twitter
I follow you on twitter
I am seriously OBSESSED with Brookside’s dark chocolate acai with blueberry! They are freaking delicious. I try to maintain a healthy balance by working out hard five times a week, fueling my body with lots of protein and veggies but giving myself relaxing nights and listening to cereal/ chocolate cravings when they hit.
I am seriously OBSESSED with Brookside’s dark chocolate acai with blueberry! They are freaking delicious. I try to maintain a healthy balance by working out hard five times a week, fueling my body with lots of protein and veggies but giving myself relaxing nights and listening to cereal/ chocolate cravings when they hit.
I eat great and behave 80% of the time.
I eat great and behave 80% of the time.
I like Fitness & Feta andd Brookside chocolates on facebook.
It’s pretty easy for me because I like eating fruits and veggies. I treat myself with a piece of dark chocolate once in a while
It’s pretty easy for me because I like eating fruits and veggies. I treat myself with a piece of dark chocolate once in a while
I like Fitness & Feta and Brookside Chocolates on Facebook (Elena Istomina)
I like Fitness & Feta and Brookside Chocolates on Facebook (Elena Istomina)
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Follow you both on Twitter @ElenaIstomina
Follow you both on Twitter @ElenaIstomina
Liked both on facebook and followed both on Twitter. :3 @Letitia_Harriet Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LetitiaHarr
Always let yourself have dessert when you feel like you’ve earned it, otherwise you’ll be more likely to go off track. 😉
One of the main things that dental school has taught me is that everything in moderation is okay (there are no such thing as a “bad” food). So indulging every once in a while is okay (and it’s good for your soul too!). I will eat little bites of chocolate once or twice a week. But I do try to work out at least 4x a week so hopefully that keeps those little chocolates in check. 🙂
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One of the main things that dental school has taught me is that everything in moderation is okay (there are no such thing as a “bad” food). So indulging every once in a while is okay (and it’s good for your soul too!). I will eat little bites of chocolate once or twice a week. But I do try to work out at least 4x a week so hopefully that keeps those little chocolates in check. 🙂
I liked both on Facebook!
This sounds amazing!
I try to maintain a healthy balance by working out in the mornings so that I make better choices all day! I never deprive myself of a piece of chocolate or glass of wine if I want one so that I don’t binge eat/drink later. Everything in moderation is healthy!
This sounds amazing!
I try to maintain a healthy balance by working out in the mornings so that I make better choices all day! I never deprive myself of a piece of chocolate or glass of wine if I want one so that I don’t binge eat/drink later. Everything in moderation is healthy!
By eating healthy and working out, but not restricting myself to never having sweets
By eating healthy and working out, but not restricting myself to never having sweets
I try to maintain a healthy lifestyle by working out 4-5 days during the week and eating healthy throughout the week days. On the weekends I tend to “splurge” a little more because I may go out to dinner with friends/family or out for drinks. I try to make healthy choices when going out to dinner, but if I am craving something, I go for it because I do not eat out that often. I also always make sure to pull it back together if I get off track.
I liked both on Facebook!
I liked both on Facebook!
I follow both on Twitter!
I follow both on Twitter!
I shared the post on FB!
I shared the post on FB!
Liked both on FB!
Follow both on twitter!
Follow both on twitter!
I tweeted about this giveaway, yo!
I tweeted about this giveaway, yo!
And I balance a healthy/indulgent lifestyle by having a weekly workout routine and knowing when/where/and how to splurge. (Splurges at home are best because I can control what goes into whatever I make…even the BOOZE!)
I like to eat dark chocolate a few times a week. It’s a treat but it’s also healthy!
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I like to eat dark chocolate a few times a week. It’s a treat but it’s also healthy!
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I “like” you both on Facebook (FB name: Madeline Brubaker).
I “like” you both on Facebook (FB name: Madeline Brubaker).
I follow you both on Twitter (@shala_darkstone).
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Love my exercise but have to make a little room for my sweets-Not overdoing one or the other. Exercise is my stress relief!
Love my exercise but have to make a little room for my sweets-Not overdoing one or the other. Exercise is my stress relief!
Sometimes thirst masks as hunger and I always drink water to keep hydrated and healthy! If I have a sweet craving, I’ll enjoy a piece of chocolate but not consume the whole box!
I like both Facebook pages!
I like both Facebook pages!
I’m also following both you and Brookside Chocolates on Twitter!
I’m also following both you and Brookside Chocolates on Twitter!
And I tweeted too! Thank you so much!
https://twitter.com/Serene_streams/status/304048960081907712
And I tweeted too! Thank you so much!
https://twitter.com/Serene_streams/status/304048960081907712
I like to exercise everyday but I also have a sweet tooth. So I choose better quality chocolate – dark, milk, as long it has pure ingredients and comes from a reputable source – Pandolfi’s ,Trader Joe’s or Whole Foods, I’m in!
I like to exercise everyday but I also have a sweet tooth. So I choose better quality chocolate – dark, milk, as long it has pure ingredients and comes from a reputable source – Pandolfi’s ,Trader Joe’s or Whole Foods, I’m in!
It’s tricky but I like to say it’s all about moderation. A handful of chocolates, a small class of wine, a good workout. Never too much of just one thing!
It’s tricky but I like to say it’s all about moderation. A handful of chocolates, a small class of wine, a good workout. Never too much of just one thing!
I liked you both on Facebook!
I follow you both on twitter!
I follow you both on twitter!
Portion control! I love dark chocolate however can’t indulge too much at once, a little bit goes a long way is the motto I follow.
Portion control! I love dark chocolate however can’t indulge too much at once, a little bit goes a long way is the motto I follow.
Liking both Fitness & Feta and Brookside Chocolates on Facebook
Liking both Fitness & Feta and Brookside Chocolates on Facebook
Following both Fitness & Feta and Brookside Chocolates on Twitter
Following both Fitness & Feta and Brookside Chocolates on Twitter
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Everything in moderation and balance – I do treat myself but I do not overindulge! I eat a ton of fruit, veggies, whole foods and grains but do not deprive myself of an occasional treat!
Everything in moderation and balance – I do treat myself but I do not overindulge! I eat a ton of fruit, veggies, whole foods and grains but do not deprive myself of an occasional treat!
I like both Fitness & Feta and Brookside Chocolates on Facebook. Thank you for the very nice giveaway too!
I like both Fitness & Feta and Brookside Chocolates on Facebook. Thank you for the very nice giveaway too!
As a mom of 5, I don’t have time to do much for myself 🙁 I do try to carve out 1 hour a day to take a class at the Y. I always feel better afterwards. I am a chocolate addict and am struggling already, as I gave it up for Lent… It has only been a week. I don’t do fb or twitter, but still hope to win. Thanks.
Posted the giveaway on fb and tried not only sell the giveaway, but sell reading the blog too. It’s part of my morning routine! 🙂
Posted the giveaway on fb and tried not only sell the giveaway, but sell reading the blog too. It’s part of my morning routine! 🙂
I liked you both on Facebook too!
I liked you both on Facebook too!
I like both Fitness & Feta and Brookside Chocolates on Facebook
I like both Fitness & Feta and Brookside Chocolates on Facebook
I am Following both Fitness & Feta and Brookside Chocolates on Twitter @mermont84
I am Following both Fitness & Feta and Brookside Chocolates on Twitter @mermont84
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I like to treat myself to sweets but I have to make sure I don’t over indulge!
I like to treat myself to sweets but I have to make sure I don’t over indulge!
I balance healthy living by making healthy food choices daily. I save my splurges to special occasions, i.e. choosing one dessert at a family function. I then remind myself the week is made up of 21 meals, not just one, and go right back to healthy eating. Lots of fruits, salad, veggies, yogurt and protein. And of course, my workouts!
I balance healthy living by making healthy food choices daily. I save my splurges to special occasions, i.e. choosing one dessert at a family function. I then remind myself the week is made up of 21 meals, not just one, and go right back to healthy eating. Lots of fruits, salad, veggies, yogurt and protein. And of course, my workouts!
I liked Fitness and Feta and Brookside chocolates on facebook.
I liked Fitness and Feta and Brookside chocolates on facebook.
I try not to over do it in any way, everything is good in moderation, having a balance between what I eat and the work out I do has help me a lot, like if I treat myself with some extra sweets then I try to do a bit more exercise.
I try not to over do it in any way, everything is good in moderation, having a balance between what I eat and the work out I do has help me a lot, like if I treat myself with some extra sweets then I try to do a bit more exercise.
Like Fitness & Feta and Brookside Chocolates on Facebook as Leidy Ruiz
Like Fitness & Feta and Brookside Chocolates on Facebook as Leidy Ruiz
I Follow Fitness & Feta and Brookside Chocolates on Twitter as @neiddy_ruiz
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I’m still working on that balance! I do fairly well when it comes to eating, but I’m slacking on making time for exercise.
I’m still working on that balance! I do fairly well when it comes to eating, but I’m slacking on making time for exercise.
Following both on Twitter (@hollymarie076)
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#2- I FOLLOW both of you on Twittter (@GoofyRyder)
#3- I have shared the contest on my FB page!
PICK ME PICK ME! LOL
Thanks Athena!
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#2- I FOLLOW both of you on Twittter (@GoofyRyder)
#3- I have shared the contest on my FB page!
PICK ME PICK ME! LOL
Thanks Athena!
I liked you both on Facebook
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I think one thing that helps keeping balance is by making sure that indulgences aren’t always necessarily food. I also try to avoid total deprivation, as that will eventually fail and release all my pent up cravings.
I think one thing that helps keeping balance is by making sure that indulgences aren’t always necessarily food. I also try to avoid total deprivation, as that will eventually fail and release all my pent up cravings.
I follow you both on twitter
liked both pages jenna burris
liked both pages jenna burris
shared on fb jenna burris
I love that not only do they taste amazing, they have so many health benefits. I love all of them.
I love that not only do they taste amazing, they have so many health benefits. I love all of them.