I’m excited to announce a giveaway for a quart-sized jar of Tropical Traditions’ Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil. It is made from organic, fresh coconuts in rural areas of the Philippines. Small-scale family businesses produce this oil in small batches, taking great care and pride in their work. The pure coconut water from inside the coconut is used to extract the coconut milk using the traditional method of fermentation.
I got a jar of it recently and enjoyed using it in my kitchen. It has more of a coconut-y flavor than the other unrefined coconut oil I use, and I believe this is due to the traditional fermentation process, as well as the high quality of the coconuts. Would you agree with me that sometimes when you start eating real food, an adjustment period is necessary to acquaint your taste buds with the true flavor of food? This is what happened with me in using this coconut oil. I would spread it on biscuits, use it to fry eggs, put it in smoothies, or include it in baked goods. With some dishes it was easy to like the stronger flavor right away – like spread on bread, or in a dish where lots of other flavors are present – but with smoothies, I admit that I don’t like it (yet). Its flavor overpowers the fruit, so I use less of this type than the other type I have in my cupboard (which is also unrefined, but I think not produced using the fermentation method). But with eggs, to cook sausage, spread on bread, or used to refry grains, the flavor is wonderful. I am sorry to say that my jar is all gone and I must be ordering another!
Would you want to win a free quart-sized jar of this virgin coconut oil that is produced via traditional fermentation methods? Well, you might be the blessed winner of this giveaway! Entry instructions will follow, but first, a video interview with the founder of Tropical Traditions, Brian Shilhavy. He shares how he started making coconut oil the traditional way and how his company made this oil available to you and me.
Video: The Discovery of Virgin Coconut Oil
Enter the Giveaway
There are five six ways to earn an entry in this giveaway. Each action will receive one entry.
- Leave a comment below.
- Subscribe to the Tropical Traditions newsletter for advance notice of sales.
- Subscribe to GNOWFGLINS’ new posts. Be sure to use the link in the confirmation email to activate the subscription!
- Link to this post on twitter – and follow me! I’m @WardehHarmon. Here’s a sample “tweet” to post (just cut and paste it): RT @WardehHarmon Win a free jar of virgin coconut oil! http://gnowfglins.com/2009/07/20/virgin-coconut-oil-giveaway/
- Link to this post (http://gnowfglins.com/2009/07/20/virgin-coconut-oil-giveaway/) on facebook – befriend me! I’m facebook.com/WardehHarmon.
- Email at least one friend to share with them about the giveaway.
Let me know which things you did in the comments below. Hopefully you’ll be able to do all five six and get five six points. 
If you’re already following me or already subscribed to new posts, just let me know in the comments. You’ll get an entry for those.
If you win, I will contact you for your mailing address, etc. Tropical Traditions will not share this information with anyone.
This giveaway will run through the end of this week. It ends on Friday, July 24th at 5 p.m. (PST). I’ll announce the winner on Monday morning, July 27th.
Good (aka Free) Stuff, Even If You Don’t Win
Tropical Traditions also has a Referral Program, so if you place an order with them as a first-time customer, please select “Referred by a friend” and in the box that says “How did you hear of us?” enter my sponsor ID number… 5247630. By telling Tropical Traditions that I referred you, you will receive a complimentary copy of the book Virgin Coconut Oil: How it has changed people’s lives and how it can change yours! by Brian and Marianita Shilhavy with your first order! This book is filled with testimonies and research showing how healthy coconut oil is, and it also includes over 85 recipes showing how one can incorporate coconut into their diet.
Honestly, I’m not sure what I’ll get, if anything, for referring you, but I would be excited to learn that my internet friends are willing to try out products from this high-integrity company. So be sure to include my sponsor ID. (Click here for the Referral Program.)
Free Shipping Today!
For this one day only – today, Monday, July 20th – Tropical Traditions is offering FREE SHIPPING within the continental US. Visit Tropical Traditions to place your first order (following the Referral Program instructions above) to receive not only your FREE BOOK but also FREE SHIPPING.
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Hi Wardeh, I did everything I could..i subscribed then i linked to facebook, the others I don’t know how to do!! warm loving hugs..Mona
Thanks, Mona! To which did you subscribe – Tropical Traditions or to new posts here at GNOWFGLINS? Or both?
Also, Mona, I don’t see it on Facebook. You have to add this link ( http://gnowfglins.com/2009/07/20/virgin-coconut-oil-giveaway/ ) to your wall to share it with all your friends. Add it in the box where it says “What’s on your mind?”
Shalom Wardeh,
I’ve done all 6 things. Thanks for the opportunity! I’ve always wanted the Tropical Traditions coconut oil, but haven’t been able to afford it.
–In Messiah Yeshua,
Vickilynn
Micah 6:8
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Okie doke, all done, did all 6. Thanks for the opportunity!
I am not that technically advanced, so sign me up for 2, leaving a post, and I subscribe to your (wonderful) blog. I have been wanting to try this brand.
I’m already subscribed to GNOWFGLINS.
Thanks for the oppurtunity, Wardeh.
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We’ve just recently started using Tropical Traditions Coconut Oil
I already subscribe to Tropical Traditions newsletter
I did all but twitter, haven’t ventured into that yet.
I commented here
I am subscribed to Gnowfglins
I emailed a friend
I subscribed at Tropical Traditions
I added you on facebook as a friend
I added the link on my facebook status
The oil sounds fabulous…we like to stir fry and I think it would be perfect for that! Thanks for the opportunity.
Linda
Hi! The product sounds wonderful! I did two of the things, and already am on your blog registry. I’m not a facebook person and twitter, well maybe later you can help me with that. Right now I’m going to check on their sight. Love, Mom
I emailed a friend but there was no way to cc you
Lois – That’s fine, all you have to do is tell me that you emailed someone about it.
Follow on Twitter and Tweeted http://twitter.com/ljshores/status/2746087260
Hello Wardeh! I met all 6 of the requirements to get six entries. You know we love coconut oil – and go through quite a bit. It’s the only oil we currently use, so this would be a super duper blessing.
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Thank you for hosting this give-away!
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Hey! Just placed an order with them: The two for one deal and no shipping charge! It’s coming from Nevada. I thought it was a good deal, and maybe you won’t have to order from Hummingbird for me–esp if this is a superior product! Thanks, darling Wardeh!
Mom – That’s wonderful!
I subcribed to you and to tropical traditions.
I’ve actually been thinking about ordering some from them. I’ve gotten used to the more intense coconut flavor but my husband doesn’t like it so I’ve just been buying small sizes of a less refined type from the grocery store to see if he will change his mind after an adjustment period. It’s awfully expensive that way, I should just buy the bigger size. I can always use it for baking if he never adjusts.
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Enter me! Looks good!
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I’m subscribed here and here is my comment!
Thanks!
Wardeh,
I JUST signed on to Twitter, so you’re the very first person I’m following.
I have no idea what I’m doing, but at least I got an extra entry here. Tee hee…
I did complete all 6 options. Thanks!!
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I came to visit from Robin’s email-a-friend, does she get extra credit?
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Hello!
I subscribe to your new posts via Google Reader. I also signed up with Tropical Traditions. Thanks for the chance to win some great products, and the heads up on the free shipping for today. The shipping on my coconut oil would have been $70 any other day, so your post saved me a bundle.
I commented here
and I friended you on facebook.
I’m going to chk out the free shipping offer. thanks!
Hi, Jessie! In order to get the full entry for facebook, you have to post the link to this post and share with your friends on FB. I hate to be a stickler, but those are the guidelines.
Hi, Wardeh:
I did all of the things you listed 9 (but I’m very new to Twitter, and I’m not sure I did that one correctly!). Sign me up! And thanks!
Sonya
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Hi, Wardeh:
I did all of the things you listed (but I’m very new to Twitter, and I’m not sure I did that one correctly!). Sign me up! And thanks!
Sonya
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Sorry! I don’t know why there’s a “9″ in my last comment! Couldn’t be because I’m trying to keep a toddler off my lap while I type, could it?
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Wardeh,
I can’t believe I did it.
I am already subscribed with you, and I did all the rest, wow, I really am impressed with myself. Thank you for giving me that opportunity to stretch my brain.
Terri
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I did 5 of the 6 things. I don’t know what twitter is. I would love to try it! We have just recently fell in love with coconut oil.
Hey, everyone! I’m so happy you’re all trying to win the jar of coconut oil. I wish you all could win!
If you’re new to twitter, you get a free account at http://twitter.com. And here’s a sample “tweet” to post (just cut and paste it):
RT @WardehHarmon Win a free jar of virgin coconut oil! http://gnowfglins.com/2009/07/20/virgin-coconut-oil-giveaway/
The ‘RT’ stands for re-tweet.
Already use TT Coconut Oil, the soap is nice also.
Lois Shores told me about giveaway.
Follow on Twitter and Tweet http://twitter.com/vlbsweeps/status/2758849025
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subscribed to your newsletter
Do past subscriptions count, Wardeh : ) I love coconut oil-haven’t tried this particular one yet though.
Vanessa – yes, they do! Are you subscribed both here and TT, or just here?
Hi Wardeh. I would love to try TT coconut oil. I’ve been using Wilderness Family Naturals, but it’s almost gone. Sign me up for 3 entries please… comment here, emailed a friend, and I subscribe to the TT newsletter. Thanks!!!
I found you through other real food blogs, and I’m loving yours too.
We love TT Coconut Oil!
I am commenting
I already subscribe to your posts
I already subscribe to the TT newsletter.
So 3 entries for me.
Thanks!
First entry – My comment is that I’m new to your blog. I found it on Twitter.
2nd entry – I already subscribe to Trop Trad. newsletter.
Wardeh,
I’ve used Tropical Traditions coconut oil before and really enjoyed it. I’d love to get a jar for free. I completed all 6 entry options. I really hope I win! Thanks for the chance to enter!
-Sara
I did 1, 3 & 5 from the list.
Cheers,
Adam
Actually,
Just did 6 as well. Hope that’s the one that gets me the win!
—Adam
I only have time to enter by commenting, but I’d love to win, thanks!
Wardeh,
Just looking at your website gives me a lot of joy! Thank you,
Faith
Wardeh,
I’m commenting. I’d love to try this product. I’ve subscribed to Gnowfglins. And I’ve emailed a friend. 3 points. Wish me luck…
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yum. i love coconut oil and tropical traditions is the best imho!
i have now subscribed via email to your blog and commented!
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