Win Cookies That Will Travel

May 22, 2008 at 8:05 am | In cookies will travel |

Marzipan & Chocolate Chunk Oatmeal Cookies

As a thank you for the kick-butt support I’ve received ever since starting food blogging, I’m going to randomly* pick the recipient of a batch of cookies baked by yours truly!

how to do it? simply leave a comment on this very entry by Friday, May 23nd at 12am, PST.
I will make a post stating who the winner is, and we will then get in touch by e-mail to figure out the logistics such as possible allergies, food dislikes, and address.
the cookies (not necessarily the ones seen at the top of this entry, by the way) will be baked fresh the week after and sent out to you that same day.

(psst: it might become a monthly thing too, so if you don’t win this time, you get to try again later.)

please note that for monetary and freshness reasons, I can only ship cookies to participants who live in the US.
another freshness issue: no chocolate chips will be used during the Summer months, which have unfortunately already started where I live, to avoid melting disasters.

*you don’t have to sing my praises! fate’s hand will choose you. or, you know, teh internets will.

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  1. oh man, could i use a batch of cookies. in the last month or two, i’ve moved to a new city (where i know two people) and started a new job–a rewarding and exciting one, but it still has been a lot rougher to adjust than i originally thought it would be. all that = stress. cookies, on the other hand, are the best kind of not-stress. :)

    Comment by sara — May 22, 2008 #

  2. Aaaaaaw damn :( Let me know when you’ve developed a recipe for cookies that stay fresh for a long time so you can send them to foreign countries ^^

    you and your cookies (and all the other food things) rock, Celine
    hurray for beautiful blogs with daily updated delicious food recipes and pictures!

    Comment by Lissa — May 22, 2008 #

  3. That’s so nice of you, Celine! And, honestly, we’re the ones who should be thanking you. Your blog and all the yummy food ideas you post on it are such in inspiration to so many people!

    And, of course, I hope I get randomly picked for those cookies…if you’re up for a gluten-free cookie challenge!

    Comment by healthyceliac — May 22, 2008 #

  4. What a generous gesture!

    Your food blog inspires me to push my boundaries and fire up the oven more often. As a new mom, my baking time has been cut short, though. I’d love to win a batch of your cookies. Who hasn’t scrolled through your entries and thought, “Whoa! I bet that tastes fabulous.” What fun! : )

    Good luck, everybody. : )

    Comment by songtoisis — May 22, 2008 #

  5. Pick me pick me pick me :) :) Your cookies always look delightful! Your blog rocks!

    Comment by Kathie — May 22, 2008 #

  6. What a tasty…er…good idea! I love your cookies!!

    Comment by Megan — May 22, 2008 #

  7. Q: How can I pass up the chance to get cookies from the master vegan baker??
    A: I can’t!

    Comment by megan — May 22, 2008 #

  8. *smooch* what a great idea for a contest!

    Comment by marie — May 22, 2008 #

  9. Delicious idea! Count me in!

    Comment by Megan — May 22, 2008 #

  10. Irresistible! I’ve been cookie jonesing this week, so fingers crossed!

    Comment by VanessaisSleeping — May 22, 2008 #

  11. WHY would we not sing you praises? For the love of cookies! heheh!

    Comment by Xanthia — May 22, 2008 #

  12. awwwwwww–curses! I’m Canadian. :( Well good luck all!

    Comment by Amanda — May 22, 2008 #

  13. Sign me up!

    Comment by alesbianandascholar — May 22, 2008 #

  14. Oh, cookies sound great! I would love some, even without the chocolate chips. :)

    Comment by Brittany — May 22, 2008 #

  15. I like cookies!

    Comment by Jodie — May 22, 2008 #

  16. I’M LEAVING A COMMENT!!!!!! Celine, you rock HARD.

    Comment by VeggieGirl — May 22, 2008 #

  17. Cookies are by far my favorite things! I’d love to get some in the mail!

    Comment by Chelsea — May 22, 2008 #

  18. Celine this is a great idea! I don’t know if i can partecipate as I’m out for work every day this period, :-D you know..dresses..confetti..and everything else takes time , but i’ll looking forward to see the photo of the winner :-D !
    Take care hun
    A kiss bigger than the planet
    Silvia

    Comment by Silvia — May 22, 2008 #

  19. i wish i wasn’t in canada right now (your cookies look good enough to move).

    it snowed here on monday… brrrr…

    Comment by Eve — May 22, 2008 #

  20. That sounds fabulous! Your stuff always looks so good!

    Comment by Allison — May 22, 2008 #

  21. I am drooling!!! Your food looks DELICIOUS. Seriously…I was looking through all the recipes and my mouth is salivating ;-) I need to leave work now and run home to bake! Or run home and find cookies in the mail!! Great idea!

    Comment by Ann D — May 22, 2008 #

  22. Ooh, great idea! Thanks so much for doing that! Your blog is awesome and you always have really original and cool recipes. I made your black bean - carob dip the other day and it was fantabulous. :) Keep up the yummy cooking!

    Comment by Emmy — May 22, 2008 #

  23. I love cookies entirely too much not to enter this one. :D

    Comment by krista. — May 22, 2008 #

  24. Boy I’d love some cookies!! I just discovered your site and it looks great, I can’t wait to try making those marzipan filled cookies–what a great idea.

    Comment by Lisa — May 22, 2008 #

  25. And just when I thought your blog couldn’t get any better–it does! I mean, of course there are always great recipes, and I knew that wouldn’t change…but with no smell-o-vision I’d always have to make it myself. But now we could actually get fresh baked goods shipped to our doors???? *dies*

    Comment by Hallie — May 22, 2008 #

  26. I’m so glad I picked today to re-enter the blogosphere! Cookie contests are the best kind of contest!

    Comment by Kati — May 22, 2008 #

  27. nom nom nom! I’ve been drooling over your delightful pics for years now. I’d love to taste them!

    Comment by addy — May 22, 2008 #

  28. I love your small yield recipes - perfect when I just want a little treat and I don’t want to gain a pound :)

    Many thanks for paying it forward…

    Comment by Jazzinx — May 22, 2008 #

  29. I love the recipes and your blog. Now, fresh vegan cookies delivered to my door? That’s too much to resist.

    Comment by Luciana — May 22, 2008 #

  30. All I can say is, boo hoo that I don’t live in the States! But I’ve had personal experience with nightmare issues trying to ship food between the two countries. Whoever wins a treat made by you is one lucky person! :)

    Comment by Ricki — May 22, 2008 #

  31. long time reader, first time commenter here. i don’t think i have anything else to add about the awesomeness of your sweets. you already know you’re awesome.

    Comment by Jenni — May 22, 2008 #

  32. Oh yummy!! i could totally use a batch of cookies while recovering from my knee surgery (this is karatekatkniter from lj) and the stress of me having to go back to my hellish job in a couple weeks! here’s to hoping the cookie gods pick me!!

    Comment by Trisha — May 22, 2008 #

  33. I know I’m not in the running, but want to say I think this is a very cool thing! Spreading the goodness that is…

    Comment by shellyfish — May 22, 2008 #

  34. yay for cookies! how sweet of you to offer up your delicious treats! what a great thing to come home to one day, a wonderful batch of cookies.

    Comment by Jess — May 22, 2008 #

  35. YUM! Your recipes rock and so do you! :)

    Comment by Erin — May 22, 2008 #

  36. Yum, I could use a cookie or 5.

    Comment by Lindsey — May 22, 2008 #

  37. i can’t help but sing your praises! your blog is beautifully laid out, and the recipes are always fantastic! i’d love some cookies!

    Comment by amanda — May 22, 2008 #

  38. Ooo, coookies. I’d love some cookies. :)

    What a great way to pull the lurkers out of the closet. I may have to try this on my blog.

    Comment by kristin — May 22, 2008 #

  39. Ooh! Free Cookies! Got to love it.

    Comment by Amelia — May 22, 2008 #

  40. What can I say, LO!
    Behold, the golden cookie of sweet success,
    the blending of chocolate, marzipan and the old oats of meal,
    yielded and married by flour, love, and hand,
    Preached by a ribbon, and witnessed by sugar and tea.
    For if anyone objects, speak now or forever hold your peace.

    Comment by Yeast_n_math — May 22, 2008 #

  41. I have so many of your recipes bookmarked to make! It helps having a tofu-friendly family to cook for :)

    Comment by Adrienne — May 22, 2008 #

  42. wow, what a sweet and generous offer! i’m not a frequent commenter, but am always inspired by your photography and creative food combos. i can only imagine that your cookies would taste as excellent as they appear :)

    Comment by nico — May 22, 2008 #

  43. i wants cookies. yayyyyyyyyy cookies. and i bet cookies baked by celine are the best kind.

    Comment by Lacey — May 22, 2008 #

  44. Oi, my website was wrong in the above link. woops!

    Comment by Aayla — May 22, 2008 #

  45. Cookies!

    Comment by Renai — May 22, 2008 #

  46. oooh yum! I want cookies in the mail…what could be better?

    Comment by sara — May 22, 2008 #

  47. Omg, I could kill for some of your marzipan cocoa cookies, Celine!
    Not a frequent commenter but pretty much not a day goes by that I don’t read your blog!
    And now…I simply must comment! Pick me, pick me, pick me! (Please!) :^)

    Comment by Jay — May 22, 2008 #

  48. I just had a cookie giveaway of my own, and now I am depleted of cookies…sniffle sniffle…

    Comment by Amy — May 22, 2008 #

  49. Oh me me me!

    Comment by Lisa Christine — May 22, 2008 #

  50. I wish I lived in the US right now! haha.
    I did get your card though, thanks a bunch! I love your picture :)

    Comment by kat — May 22, 2008 #

  51. What a great idea! I love your blog. You’ve inspired me to finally try making my own bread.

    Comment by Chrissie — May 22, 2008 #

  52. I like the sound of free cookies! What a cute idea!

    Comment by mel — May 22, 2008 #

  53. GENIUS IDEA! You are so talented: a super sincere thank you for sharing your delectable cruelty-free recipes! I’ve been a major fan since the blushinmuffin flickr days :) Have a loverly Memorial Day!
    Lots of love (& Bunny Bisous),
    Le Petit Lapin Vegan

    Comment by Le Petit Lapin Vegan — May 22, 2008 #

  54. it was my birthday yesterday! vegan cookies would be fantastic!

    Comment by carolcarol — May 22, 2008 #

  55. thanks for this blog! I check it often even though I don’t comment. I would love to enter your cookie sweepstakes!
    thanks :)

    Comment by MishaMishap — May 22, 2008 #

  56. my favorite vegan blog! i would do anything to try your amazing cookies! <3

    Comment by Brooke — May 22, 2008 #

  57. Ohhhhh!!!! I want I want I want!!!! Drooooooooooooooooooool.

    Comment by Julia — May 22, 2008 #

  58. Hey Celine what a great idea!! Too bad I live north of the border!! Oh well, those cookies look delish!!

    Comment by Shayna — May 22, 2008 #

  59. oooo, I sure would love some cookies. yours always look amazing.

    Comment by jill — May 22, 2008 #

  60. i’m dying to try some of your beautiful creations! hopefully fate moves in my direction :)

    Comment by Sharon — May 22, 2008 #

  61. celine, this is so exciting! i would love to win sme of your always-beautiful cookies - i can’t believe you already have 60 comments ahead of me on this post, though!!!

    Comment by ruby red vegan — May 22, 2008 #

  62. I love reading your blog, you have a great sense of humor and the food looks divine. thanks for all the recipes and tips.

    Comment by emily — May 22, 2008 #

  63. ooooohhh.. Yes, please.

    Comment by Marla — May 22, 2008 #

  64. Ok, so I can’t participate. BUT I wanted to say that your food photography skills have totally improved to a level where my jaw drops everytime you post an entry. Keep it up!

    A new reader.

    Comment by Veronique — May 22, 2008 #

  65. You deserve all the support, Celine! Your recipes have never let me down. You are so nice to do this giveaway. I’m thankful I live in the US so I don’t miss out on a chance to win your fresh baked cookies!

    Comment by aTxVegn — May 22, 2008 #

  66. Eat them with your hands.
    Soft. They bend before they break.
    Cookies, the best treat!

    Comment by Jennifer — May 22, 2008 #

  67. I love your recipes. Cookies are wonderful.
    Thanks!

    Comment by Maria Teresa — May 22, 2008 #

  68. holy moly!! Vegan treats!!

    Comment by David — May 22, 2008 #

  69. I found your blog through the mention mentions on other sites– so glad I finally checked it out. Your photos are always well done and I love that you make smaller batches for those of us who can’t down three dozen of the same thing. I have been looking for the perfect vegan chocolate chip cookie recipe for 10 years– since I became vegan and a few months later met my husband! Thank you thank you thank you.

    Comment by Susan Kelley — May 22, 2008 #

  70. Thank you for your generosity, Celine! I’d LOVE to win cookies that you made. :)

    Comment by vegyogini — May 22, 2008 #

  71. the thought of cookies made my chose makes me want to hit my exclamation point REPEATEDLY.

    Comment by amber — May 22, 2008 #

  72. I’ve always had trouble making my own vegan cookies… It would be awesome if I could win some!

    Comment by Megan — May 22, 2008 #

  73. Another long-time reader, first-time commenter - who can resist your cookies?! Your blog is an inspiration and I’d would love trying something you’ve made firsthand!

    Comment by Alison — May 22, 2008 #

  74. Oooooo…..I could always go for some cookies!

    Comment by Boo32 — May 22, 2008 #

  75. i live and die by your blog — so impressed by the photos and the recipes!
    cookies would be delish!
    megha

    Comment by meghadoshi5 — May 22, 2008 #

  76. Is this the revenge for not having any woodruff? Just kidding.

    Comment by Mihl — May 22, 2008 #

  77. By the way, if this is some kind of blog anniversary post, then congratulations! Your foodblog is on of the first ones I ever started reading and it has always been my favourite.
    Please keep up all the great work!

    Comment by Mihl — May 22, 2008 #

  78. Cookies, cookies, cookies! The best part for you if I win is that I’m not alleric to anything and I like everything. Accept for onions, but I’m kinda doubting you were gonna send onion cookies…

    Comment by Foodeater — May 22, 2008 #

  79. Woah, look at you, Ms. 77 comments!!

    I just wanted to comment and say that this is a lovely idea, but I don’t have to be entered into the drawing. I’ve already enjoyed so much of your baking awesomeness, other people deserve it! (Besides you know I’m going to be gone for a long time…)

    Comment by bazu — May 22, 2008 #

  80. I visit your blog on a daily basis and am always wowed by the unflagging creativity and abundent energy you put into every lovingly written word and beautifully photographed image. Sincerely, your blog is amazing. I can’t wait to for your cookbook!!

    Comment by NicFrac — May 22, 2008 #

  81. I LOVE your blog! Yay! Hope I win the cookies! Hahaha

    Comment by Lorn — May 22, 2008 #

  82. You are so awesome for doing this!! Cookies are my favorite baked good and yours ALWAYS look amazing, so I’m keeping my fingers and toes crossed that I somehow get chosen!

    Comment by Ashley Nicole — May 22, 2008 #

  83. So many comments. There is of course a pandacookie applying to win the cookies.

    Comment by pandacookie — May 22, 2008 #

  84. ooh can I bid for cookies to send my mom? I live in Scotland and she in California … I’d love to be able to send her some yummy vegan goodies in my absence from the kitchen.

    Comment by robin — May 22, 2008 #

  85. mmm…cookies cookies cookies. Yum!

    Comment by TJF — May 22, 2008 #

  86. I would absolutely love some cookies. :) I’ve been wanting to make all the ones featured on this site, but unfortunately for me - I live in super-suburb Texas, where meat is key. :’(

    Comment by Tara — May 22, 2008 #

  87. mmm…cookies!

    Comment by chrissy — May 22, 2008 #

  88. Don’t pick me, i’m too far away! But just wanted to say your cookies and baking are awesome!

    Comment by Lovliebutterfly — May 22, 2008 #

  89. Finally!! An advantage to living in North America. Pick me, pick me pick me. This is better than my ‘economic stimulus package’ :-)

    Smita

    Comment by Smita — May 22, 2008 #

  90. Me me! Juniper loved the last batch of cookies we got, and so did I!

    COOOOOOKIES!!!

    Comment by Balamuthia — May 22, 2008 #

  91. this is so cute! as someone who knows how delicious your cookies are, i’ll throw my name into the ring. :) you’re wonderful.

    Comment by cat — May 22, 2008 #

  92. I would *love* some cookies. Getting mail is exciting, but getting cookies in the mail is infinitely more exciting! I will definitely be watching for this contest again (assuming the fates don’t smile on me this time).

    Comment by radioactivegan — May 22, 2008 #

  93. Wow, already 92 other competitors? Uh oh :) Well, I will take my chances anyways. I love your blog and would absolutely love some cookies, I even have a certain kind already in mind!

    Comment by Nora — May 22, 2008 #

  94. Ohh! I want the cookies! :) I’ll even pay for the shipping and the cookies! nom!

    Comment by Andrea — May 22, 2008 #

  95. i would love cookies! i’ve been meaning to get around to baking some but…i get too busy. :)

    Comment by kelly — May 22, 2008 #

  96. Cookies in the mail sound way better than bills :)

    Comment by Erin — May 22, 2008 #

  97. *flirt* *flirt* - bats eyelashes -
    I know you said “random”, but I think that’s just code for “comment #96″ - right??

    Hee hee.
    I LOVE your cookie recipes, so I can only imagine how rad it would be to receive a batch from the grand mistress herself.

    Contests are fun. Maybe I’ll do one too!

    :) Amey

    Comment by Amey — May 22, 2008 #

  98. please?

    Comment by merav — May 22, 2008 #

  99. Wow! I’m the 99th commenter! People really want some yummy Celine cookies! I know I do! The ones pictured, which probably contain choc chips, look awesome, but your snickerdoodles look so, so tasty! Actually, everything you make looks tasty…

    Comment by Bianca- Vegan Crunk — May 22, 2008 #

  100. oh my goodness! how could I resist?

    Comment by Lara — May 22, 2008 #

  101. me want cookies! and my husband…and my daughter!! Momma to busy to bake lately!!

    Comment by Grace — May 22, 2008 #

  102. This is fantastic! Can’t wait to see who the cookie goddesses point to.

    Comment by Natalie — May 22, 2008 #

  103. Oh pprthh. As if we couldn’t sing your praises. You are amazing!

    Comment by Vijita — May 22, 2008 #

  104. I LOVE contests…I never win, but I love them just the same!

    And everyone should be singing your praises! You are amazing!

    Courtney

    Comment by Courtney — May 22, 2008 #

  105. but singing your praises would be entirely appropriate. :) i love your blog.

    Comment by treeathie — May 23, 2008 #

  106. I would love love love love some cookies…

    Comment by Christina — May 23, 2008 #

  107. *crosses fingers*
    this is such a sweet idea! i think one day, once i become a better cook i’ll try doing this for my blog, too!

    Comment by Sioux — May 23, 2008 #

  108. I’d love to win some cookies!

    Comment by Valerie H. — May 23, 2008 #

  109. great idea….hope i win. thanks.

    Comment by alissa — May 23, 2008 #

  110. your cookies are so pretty! I don’t know if I could eat them… ha.

    Comment by heather — May 23, 2008 #

  111. mmm… yummy!!!

    Comment by Jodie — May 23, 2008 #

  112. I’d love to try your cookies!

    Comment by Lorrie — May 23, 2008 #

  113. People really turn out for a give-away! I’ll throw my name in the hat too.

    Comment by Anna — May 23, 2008 #

  114. Hey Celine, just remember that I told you you were one of my favorite food bloggers BEFORE you posted this.

    And yes! I would love to receive a batch of ~ 3.5 cookies made from 3tsp arrowroot flour, 4/5tsp vegan sugar and 2 chopped hazelnuts =). Love the style, attention to detail and small batches you produce. By the way, I’ve got your black bean brownies in my oven right this instant! I’m so excited!

    Comment by Nick — May 23, 2008 #

  115. Thank goodness I live in the USA! :)

    Comment by sharon — May 23, 2008 #

  116. hey.
    i like cookies or something.

    Comment by evan — May 23, 2008 #

  117. Aww, all your creations look so delicious, alas, i’m out of reach, all the way up in canada..

    Comment by Tam — May 23, 2008 #

  118. Your photos make your delicious yummies jump right off the page and into my tummy. Well, one can dream now can’t they?

    Comment by sheree — May 23, 2008 #

  119. Wow! 118 comments! Your cookies always look so beautiful, I’m sure everyone’s mouth is watering…just waiting to try them, as mine most definitely is :D! This is such a cool idea :)!

    Just wanted to let you know that I admire your blogging skills, too! I’ve noticed how your blog has ‘blossomed’ and how your pictures have become more and more beautiful with every post :D. Good work! (Ahem….I’m planning on handing out awards this coming week and you will DEFINITELY be receiving one. I’ll let you know as soon as I post the award entry :D!)

    Comment by Sophie — May 23, 2008 #

  120. I LOVE cookies! I have enjoyed so much reading your blog, and especially love trying your foods. Your breads have been quite tasty and look so good.

    Comment by Lisa — May 23, 2008 #

  121. I would love to win some of your cookies made with love. I absolutely love your blog and your culinary talent. Thanks for sharing your food creations with the internet community!

    Comment by Krista — May 23, 2008 #

  122. Well, even if I don’t win the cookies, I’m thankful to have your blog to look at (and drool over) every week! But to actually taste and smell the things I’m to hesitant or lazy to make myself…..that would be nice too!

    Comment by viennaguitar — May 23, 2008 #

  123. Consider me entered and hopeful! And thank YOU for a lovely blog.

    Comment by veganhomemade — May 23, 2008 #

  124. I LOVE COOKIES!

    Comment by Nancy — May 23, 2008 #

  125. Thanks Celine! I hope I get picked :) Those look awesome!

    Comment by Jennifer — May 23, 2008 #

  126. Yumm I’d LOVE some of your cookies!

    Comment by Crystal — May 23, 2008 #

  127. i want in!

    Comment by meghan — May 23, 2008 #

  128. Your photos are lush and your baking is truly inspirational!

    Comment by DJ — May 23, 2008 #

  129. I’m not vegan but constantly make vegan pastries and love everything you post! The photos always looks good enough to eat, and it would be lovely to actually be able to taste the subjects… !

    Comment by Tory — May 23, 2008 #

  130. Coooookies!!

    Beautiful blog by the way.

    Comment by Sue — May 23, 2008 #

  131. With a 2 week old baby in the house we sure could use some cookies - that someone else has baked ;-)

    Comment by Chris — May 23, 2008 #

  132. ooh ooh cookies! if your baking is half as good as it looks, who ever wins this will be very lucky!

    Comment by Rachael — May 24, 2008 #

  133. I love COOKIES!

    Comment by Diana — May 24, 2008 #

  134. You are sooo awesome to do this Celine! I hope I get some of your wonderful goods in the near future.

    Comment by Rachel — May 24, 2008 #

  135. yes please!

    Comment by heather — May 24, 2008 #

  136. Am I late?!?!! I hope not!

    Comment by melisser — May 24, 2008 #

  137. I know I’m too late but just wanted to thank you anyway Celine, for being awesome and generous with your recipes + pictures!!!

    Comment by Cookie — May 24, 2008 #

  138. Dang! How did I miss this? Oh well, next time around :-) You are such a sweetie.

    Comment by Vegan_noodle — May 25, 2008 #

  139. thank you for participating, everyone, and for lovely comments from some of you that most definitely made me blush and wish I could afford to send more cookies out! run-on sentence, much?

    Comment by Celine — May 26, 2008 #

  140. [...] D.: the cookies you won will be on their merry way to you [...]

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