Friday Favorites: Enter for a Chance to WIN a Gift Box of Designer Cookies from ‘Modern Bite’

Hey Ya’ll,

Today’s ‘Friday Fav’ is one that I think you’re really going to like… because not only am I telling you all about my new favorite baked goods company called Modern Bite—they’re also giving you a chance to WIN their signature Blue Gift Box—chock full of delicious designer cookies!

Read on, to find out more about Modern Bite and how to enter the giveaway.
Modern Bite puts an innovative design spin on mouth-wateringly delicious desserts. With a focus on delectable taste and impeccable artistic detail, the Los Angeles-based bakery brings the highest caliber ingredients and individualized customer service to its uniquely styled baked treats.

Modern Bite’s tastemakers are whetting summer appetites with a seasonal selection of baked goods that showcase the boutique treatery’s approach to flavor, texture and style. Custom-baked for summer picnics, barbecues and parties, each creation blends the carefully selected ingredients, detailed craft, and imaginative designs that make Modern Bite a top pick among dessert connoisseurs and casual treat lovers alike.

Some of their fan favorites include: Peanut Toffee Pretzel Cookies (pictured above), Triple Chocolate Brownies or the vibrant graphic patterns on their signature Designer Tile Cookies – buttery sugar cookies that make perfect gifts for the discerning sweet tooth with an eye for design.

Modern Bite also provides full service design to individuals or corporate clients who want to create a unique gift item or party favor that showcases their custom message or branding. The photo above, is just one example of their custom design service – a cookie box designed for my company, YourBASH! And let me tell you, not only were they beautifully decorated, they were buttery and delicious to eat!

With their impeccable visual appeal, Modern Bite desserts are a tabletop decorator’s dream. The result: unforgettable finales for every summer event.

So now that you know all about Modern Bite, enter to WIN the Blue Gift Box picture above by doing the following:

STEP 1: Leave a comment below this post to let us know why you’d like to WIN this gorgeous gift box full of designer cookies!
 (It doesn’t matter what you write—just be sure to leave a comment so that we can contact you if you’re selected as our winner!)

STEP 2: Click HERE to ‘LIKE’ Modern Bite on Facebook.

STEP 3: Click HERE (or on the +follow button at the top left of your screen) to follow my blog ; ) please and thank you!

Simply COMMENT, LIKE, and FOLLOW, and then you’ll be automatically entered to WIN these chic n’ delicious treats! ***Complete each step and enter to win now, because you only have until Thursday, July 12, at 5 p.m. PST to do so.***

The lucky winner will be announced Friday, July 13, at 9 a.m. PST at the top of my next ‘Friday Favorites’ post. Good Luck, everyone.
-Brian

Break Me Off a Piece of That!

Image via annies-eats.net

Hey Ya’ll,

Everyone has their favorite when it comes to cookies. Sometimes it’s a
specific brand, like Nabisco Oreos and sometimes it’s a type of cookie,
like classic chocolate chip or peanut butter. Me? I’m a Funfetti kinda
guy!

Funfetti Birthday Cake style cookies via http://leahsthoughts.com

Funfetti cookies are my fav because they’re fun to look at and eat!

This Downtown Cookie Co. version is so buttery and delicious,
it’s impossible to have just one. Also, these rainbow sprinkled morsels
are a great way to add color to your next event’s menu!

What’s your favorite type of cookie? If you have a great cookie
recommendation or recipe be sure to share it in the comment section
below.

-Brian

Give a Little Love: Last Minute Valentine’s Day Gifts!

Hey Ya’ll,

Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day! Are you ready? If not, today I’m sharing a few last minute gift ideas that work for just about any kind of Valentine… as long as they have an appetite!

Personally, whenever I’m struggling in the gift department, I usually go for a bottle of wine or flowers or something edible because let’s face it, almost everyone loves being surprised with a treat! In terms of sweets, cupcakes and cakepops are all the rage right now. Here are a few of my favorite creations:

If mini-cakes aren’t your sweetheart’s thing, whip up a batch of heart-shaped rice crispy treats!

Add red dye to the marshmallow and rice crispy mix or lightly dust the hearts with sprinkles before they cool for an even more festive gift. Wrap each individual heart in cellophane and top them off with pink or red ribbon.

Homemade cookies and suckers are also a fun gift to make for Valentine’s Day. Here are a few cute ideas:
If you really want to be unique, surprise your Valentine with a hearty breakfast…

via petitekitchenesse.com

via poppytalk.blogspot.com

My last edible gift idea is one that caught my eye on Pinterest (Check back Wednesday for more on this awesome website!)…
You’ll need, a days-of-the-week pill divider, seven different types of candy, plus, seven thin strips of paper with sweet nothings printed on them.

Tip: Instead of putting candy in every compartment, insert tiny tokens of your affection like jewelry or trinkets that remind you of them or your favorite dates or places you’ve been together.

That’s it! I hope these last minute gift ideas help you create extraordinary experiences this Valentine’s Day. And remember, the best gift of all is your undivided love and attention, so don’t forget to give that to your Valentine too!
-Brian

Naughty or Nice Cookie Decorating Party

Hey Ya’ll,

This idea may seem juvenile at first, but throwing a cookie decorating party is a lot of fun for guests of all ages! Here are a few photos of my nephews and I decorating cookies and a gingerbread house for Christmas this year:

To throw this type of party, you’ll need to bake a few batches of plain sugar cookies in various holiday shapes ahead of time (this means they’ll be cool enough to ice and guests can start in right away!). Then, lay out tons of frosting and toppings for your guests to get creative with.
My friends throw a party like this every year, and there is always a competition for the best-decorated cookie. The winner gets first pick for selecting the cookies they’d like to take home to enjoy and/or serve over the holidays.

Wondering why I included “naughty” in this party’s description? Well, to spice things up, my friends like to have all types of holiday inspired cookies… including a few shapes that are a little more risqué! But regardless of whether you go naughty or nice with your cookie design, the main thing is to have fun with your friends while rolling up your sleeves and getting your hands a little dirty!
-Brian