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NISSAN: Innovation Challenge (Win a New Car!)

File this one under “Things I’d rather not share with you because it lessens my chances of winning however because I’m a beautiful person have decided to let you know all about it but don’t tell me if you win or I’ll hate you and myself forever”. (#reallyhopeyouwin #notreally)

It’s the Nissan Innovation Challenge! Simply tell Nissan – in 140 characters or less – what innovation means to you and how it’s affected your life – whether it’s Design, Environment, Safety, Technology or Lifestyle. You could WIN the Nissan of your choice (I swear I’m not making this up) plus help create the next Nissan commercial.

There are three phases of the contest:

Phase 1 – Fans will be asked to create a post in 140 characters or less and post it on the contest page.

Phase 2 – Nissan will select and ask those who created awesome posts to create a brief video that embodies their post. The videos will be reviewed and the top 5 will be flown to TO to pitch their ideas to a panel of judges.

Phase 3 – The finalists’ videos will be judged by the community and a panel of industry experts and a winner will be selected. That winner will receive a Nissan vehicle of their choice (not including the GT-R or NV) and have their idea brought to life in a Nissan commercial. (more…)

Toshiba: Nominate a Hero Contest

This year, I’m already a hero!

(Thanks to Toshiba, of course – and the sweet 55″-Passive-3D-1080p-with-LED-backlighting-and-3D-Blu-ray-player they dropped off at my home. Wait, do I sound like Ralphie in a Christmas story?)

You too can recognize the heroes in your life:

“Toshiba’s Nominate a Hero contest invites you to pay it forward by nominating a hero in your life who has helped you in a memorable way. By submitting your story and a photo, you will have the opportunity to select from 3 available prize packs that your hero could potentially win if they are selected as one of the top three winners. As a bonus, you will also receive a Toshiba Tablet if your hero is selected as one of three winners. Check the Toshiba Canada Facebook Page for more details.” (more…)

Urban Barn: Enter the Ultimate Dinner Party Contest

I’ve been spending the last week pushing around furniture in an effort to finalize #ProjectLivingRoom.

You may be wondering: “What does #ProjectLivingRoom have to do with Urban Barn?”

To which I say: smarten up and read my blog from time to time!

All joking aside (I wasn’t joking) I’ve been extremely fortunate to have a brand new living room courtesy of my friends at Urban Barn. It really, REALLY rocks. The only thing stopping me from taking pictures and plastering them all over this site is the fact that I’ve got a few last minutes touches to take care of, and A-type personalities like me generally like things to be perfect.

(Booo, I know. Patience, friends!) (more…)

Discovery Toys #Giveaway

NOTE: The following giveaway is open to Canadians only.

It appears that I have been living under a rock.

(Allow me to dust myself off, please.)

Hello – Discovery Toys? How awesome are they? And thanks to my good friend Jeanne, I now have new ways to keep the kids entertained.. while learning. A match made in heaven, I know.

Just in case you’re peeking out from under your own rock, Discovery Toys:

- Was founded by an early childhood educator in 1978; today, they are the leader in learning toys for early childhood education as the foremost direct marketing company of its kind
- Design multiple layers of learning into every toy, while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards beyond the nationally published governmental standards
- Create highly engaging learning toys, books, games and music that help parents and others teach learning skills through play (more…)

Win a $10,000 Dream Canadian Vacation!

VACATION.

va·ca·tion/ vāˈkāSHən/

SPRING 2007, THE LAST TIME
I WAS WINE TASTING IN NOTL

Noun: An extended period of recreation, esp. one spent away from home or in traveling.

I totally had to look that one up, because it’s been over four (4!) years since my last one. (Something about two pregnancies and two little boys have thrown a monkey wrench in my plans.) And the thing is, I’m not looking to jet-set across the globe; wine tasting, sightseeing and high tea in Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON would hit the spot nicely.

Very nicely, indeed.

Well, I’m one step closer to realizing my dreams of the ultimate Canadian Vacation – I’ve entered CentrSource’s DREAM BIG CANADA contest!

Besides the Grand Prize of a $10,000 Canada Vacation Voucher (!!!),  there are eight (8) weekly secondary prizes of $500 gift cards to be won. The best part? Even if you win a secondary prize, you are still eligible to win the grand prize as well! Now THAT would be awesomesauce. (more…)

2nd Annual ShesConnected Conference in TO

As mentioned in an earlier post, I recently joined ShesConnected as a Community Manager. I’ve been helping to plan their conference (including being privy to all the juicy shoe party details!), liaising with the awesome sponsors (woot!) and tweeting all day long – you can catch me on their two Twitter streams – @shesconnected and @SCConference.

And if you do follow my tweets, you’ll see that there’s an enormous amount of buzz surrounding the conference, especially among Digital Women in Canada.

“The ShesConnected Conference is different than the typical conference. Women attending this event want to work with brands and are chosen based on their social reach, power of voice, and influence as well as requirements from the brands attending. This year we are pleased to be choosing 200 women, which has doubled from last year. If you’re selected, you’ll get to connect with top-tier brands and digital women over this two-day event.

The best part? You get to attend for FREE because the brands pay your conference fee!”

It’s a blogger’s dream – meeting up with peers, connecting with brands and learning from experts, all in a fun setting in downtown TO! For more information on the conference (September 29/30 at the Sheraton TO) please click here.

Just about all the conference invitations have been handed out, but if you’re a blogger – or someone who is very active across other social media platforms, like Twitter or Facebook – you can enter to WIN a ticket with me!

Simply click on over to this entry form and be sure to let us know why you want to come along. (Don’t you just love my Bobblehead? Nice boots!)

Good luck!

Rexall: Win 1 of 3 $50 Gift Cards!

*NOTE: The following giveaway is open to Canadians only.*

I hope you’ve had a chance to read my review of Rexall’s New Healthy Living Store. If not, take a moment to discover all the new, enhanced in-store services offered, and tell us which one is your favourite – and why. Then, leave a comment on the review post with your answer, and you’ll have the chance to win one of three $50 Rexall gift cards! Good luck everybody!

Giveaway ends Saturday, September 10th.

Fisher-Price: Celebrating Milestones Contest!

Who doesn’t love a good contest? Especially when it celebrates your baby’s oh-so-important achievements!

Simply register at FisherPricePlay.ca and you’ll have the chance to win a “Celebrating Milestones” prize pack of Fisher-Price toys valued at $200, plus a spa gift card valued at $200! There’s a prize every month until October, so link on over today!

Here are the contest rules:

*Contest open April 14 – October 31, 2011. Milestone story not required for entry. All consumers who register at FisherPricePlay.ca during the contest period will be eligible to win one (1) of six (6) prize packs from Fisher-Price (each valued at $400). Draws will take place monthly, starting in May 31, on the last day of the month, until October 31, 2011. Winners will be contacted directly by email, and may be asked to share a milestone story at that time. All non-winning registrants will carry forward and are eligible for subsequent monthly draws.

If you have a chance, be sure to share a milestone story – us moms love to ooh and aah over all those precious highlights! I’ve had the pleasure of witnessing a few milestones over the past month or so – little Reid turned 1 at the end of May (I think first birthdays are always a baby’s most celebrated milestone), he began to walk shortly after, and just recently he has started calling out “Mama!” when he wants to be picked up! It is such a joy to see the changes from day to day, especially since he was just a tiny little baby only a year ago.

As for Ryder, we just cleared a major milestone – after going over two weeks without a single accident, I can semi-confidently say he’s toilet trained! Of course, I know that there are relapses, random accidents, times of illness, etc. that can be a setback to toilet training, but for the time being we are insanely proud of our little man!

Be sure to visit FisherPricePlay.ca to find toys that help celebrate children’s milestones. As they play, laugh, and grow you’ll both enjoy countless milestone moments together, and Fisher-Price is there for each and every one of them.

I’m part of the Fisher-Price Play Panel and I receive special perks as part of my affiliation with this group. The opinions on this blog are my own.

Monte Carlo The Movie: Enter to WIN Here!


Note: The following giveaway is open to Canadians only.

I’ll admit it. I think Selena Gomez is a DOLL.

She’s gorgeous, multi-talented, and if she’s good enough for the Biebs – well, that’s pretty much the best endorsement a girl can have, no? And when I heard that she was starring in a new movie, Monte Carlo, along with Leighton Meester, Katie Cassidy, Cory Monteith (GLEEKS!) and Andie MacDowell… I guess you can say I was pretty darn excited.

“Grace (Selena Gomez) is an ordinary girl who becomes an accidental princess when a family summer trip to Paris turns into the fantasy of a lifetime. Living like royalty, Grace, along with her two best friends, discovers who she really is – by assuming another person’s identity.”

Watch This:

In a summer full of sci-fis and raunchy comedies (and perhaps another tanking rom-com from Jennifer Aniston), this looks like the perfect film for mothers to enjoy with their daughters. Early buzz suggests that there are many positive messages in the movie, like being true to yourself, about friendship and sisterhood, and how it’s the simple things that matter. Plus, I don’t think any tween or teen can resist seeing Justin Bieber’s girlfriend on the silver screen!

And, hats off to Leighton Meester for playing a decidedly un-Gossip Girl role. It’s nice to see actors change it up, and hello - Cory Monteith, a good ol’ Canadian boy – just happens to play  Katie Cassidy’s hot little love interest!

Monte Carlo will be in theatres on July 1st, 2011.

FIVE (5) Listen to Lena! readers will win a 4-pack of tickets to see Monte Carlo in theatres (value $50 each). Passes are valid at any Cineplex theatre across Canada that is showing the film.

To enter, simply leave a comment here telling us why you’d like to see the film.

You can also qualify for extra entries! Remember, you must leave a separate comment for each. You can:

(1) Follow my blog, Listen to Lena!
(2) “Like” Listen to Lena! on Facebook
(3) NEW Follow Listen to Lena! on Twitter
(4) “Like” Official Monte Carlo Movie on Facebook
(5) Follow Official MC Movie on Twitter
(6) Tweet daily: Please use this Monte Carlo Giveaway Tweet.

I’ll draw for five winners on July 8th. Thanks to 20th Century Fox Films, and good luck everybody!

The Body Shop Gift Set Winner!

Thanks to everyone who entered the Celebrate Father’s Day w/ The Body Shop giveaway. With Father’s Day just days away, I hope all the dads out there will feel the love!

As a reminder, up for grabs is an amazing gift set, featuring Maca Root Deodorant Stick, Maca Root Eye Serum, White Musk for Men Eau de Toilette, White Musk for Men Hair and Body Wash, Maca Root Shave Cream, Maca Root Balancing Face Protector and Maca Root Face Wash.

And the winner is… #378 tumyii! Congratulations!

I’ve sent you an e-mail – please check your inbox! And thank you again to everyone who participated, and to The Body Shop, of course!

Reno-Giveaway #7: Bento Sushi

The following giveaway is open to Canadians only.

If you’ve been following my recent Reno-cation, you’ll know that cooking wasn’t always a priority. Thank goodness for Bento; fresh, convenient and always delicious, their amazing products are the answer to sushi on demand.

“As the largest sushi company in Canada, Bento serves more than 10 million handmade servings of sushi per year through a network of 22 quick service ‘grab and go’ sushi bars in premier shopping malls and office towers; more than 350 on-site sushi bars in quality supermarkets and more than 2,000 supermarket and institutional food service locations. The brands which the company’s products are known by include: Bento, Bento Express and Bento Sushi.”

If you caught my previous Bento feature, you’ll know that no supermarket stop is complete without a tray of their famous “Handcrafted Sushi. Ready to Roll.”

Think you know all about Bento’s sushi? Think again.

Introducing Bento Kenzen, a line of innovative products which bring an eclectic mix of exotic, beautiful and, of course, delicious sushi items right to your grocery store. Available exclusively at select Loblaws, Zehrs and Real Canadian Superstore locations (where else?), you can indulge in truly inspired creations, such as:

Tropicali Roll – Strawberry Dragon Roll – Volcano Roll – Kamikaze Roll 
It’s a fresh new spin on my beloved maki! With tart and tangy ingredients such as strawberry and mango, plus traditional favourites like crab, avocado and fish roe, each bite is truly a culinary celebration. Don’t think you can handle strawberries and crab in the same mouthful? At first, I was a little skeptical too – but since I’m all about discovering tasty new foods, I kept an open mind and a willing tummy.

The good folks at Bento prepared a delectable platter for all to enjoy chez Lena:

If the old adage “You Eat with Your Eyes” is true, then this platter was quite likely the most delicious thing I’d ever seen.

After sampling the new Kenzen pieces, I had to declare the Volcano roll as my fave; cucumber and cream cheese topped with spicy tuna, masago (fish roe) and panko breadcrumbs. (Was there any doubt I’d be drawn to the roll with caviar?) To fully enjoy the experience, you should concentrate on the subtle combinations of tastes and textures – in other words, put away the wasabi for just a moment. It took a couple of bites for me to conclude that the new Kenzen rolls are pretty darn yummy.

If you’re new to Bento Sushi, start out with their famed, fresh and ready-to-go California rolls. But for those looking to add a little fabulous – the new Kenzen offerings will definitely hit the mark.


You can find Bento at more than 350 on-site sushi bars in quality supermarkets across Canada! Click here to find a location near you. (Note: Kenzen products are only available at select stores.)


One lucky Listen to Lena! reader will win a Mega Maki Platter and a Mega Maki Nigiri Platter – which is 90 pieces of sushi! (Value $75) To enter, simply visit Bento and pick out three (3) other products that are drool-worthy. Then, leave a comment here telling us your choices.

You can also qualify for extra entries! Remember, you must leave a separate comment for each. You can:

(1) Follow my blog, Listen to Lena!
(2) “Like” Listen to Lena! on Facebook
(3) NEW Follow Listen to Lena! on Twitter
(4) “Like” Bento Sushi on Facebook
(5) Follow Bento Sushi on Twitter
(6) Tweet daily: Please use this Bento Sushi Giveaway Tweet.

I’ll draw for a winner on June 30th. Good luck everybody!

Reno-Giveaway #6: Kodak Playtouch

Note: The following giveaway is open to Canadians only. 

Now I’m not quite sure if anyone has been taking notes, but y’all may have noticed that Reid’s bedroom has been missing from the before/after footage of my recent Reno-cation. Ta-da! Here we go…

Reno-cation: Reid’s Room

Creating a new room for Reid was both happy and heartbreaking for me. On one hand, I was quite content to move his crib out of our master bedroom (we’ve since changed the space to a sitting area, complete with cream leather couch). But giving Reid a new dwelling also meant that we’d be removing all traces of Ryder’s old nursery, a room that I had put so much time, thought and love into.

Alas, children grow up, and Ryder has a smashing new bedroom, so it was time to introduce Reid to the place he’d be hanging out for much of his childhood.

BEFORE

Unfortunately, I only remembered to take pictures when the room was just ready to be painted, so I can only really show a limited “before” room. We had previously painted the room in a muted sky blue, and my father-in-law had added a sunset theme on top.

The room, at 10′x12′, is the smallest bedroom in the house but it’s location beside the master bedroom makes it desirable for baby. Although there is ample space now, I foresee a twin bed in Reid’s room down the line.

AFTER

Turn up your speakers!

As you can see, the above video was filmed with my new Kodak Playtouch Video Camera. It totally rocks! I was pleased as punch to receive the camera for review from Kodak Canada. Please excuse my slightly shaking hand – I’ve got a sprained finger and it was hard to hold steady :(

NOTES

The paint colour we chose was Para Paints #P5040-34 Double Bogey. It may be difficult to discern the exact colour in the video, so here’s a paint chip for you. There’s actually a LOT more yellow that shines through when on the walls, making it an authentic pea green – as opposed to our main bathroom, which is more of a mint green. It’s in the same happy, upbeat family as Ryder’s sea blue – perfect for two, happy and upbeat little boys!

On to the video camera -

Read this:

“Go ahead. Touch it. You know you want to. Its unique touchscreen lets you glide through HD video like never before. That’s the beauty of the Kodak Playtouch Video Camera. It puts the high-end features you want right at your fingertips. With on-screen editing, you can easily keep the moments you want and trim the ones you don’t. And when you’re ready to turn today’s escapades into tomorrow’s buzz, getting them online is easier than ever. Just press the Share button and your videos are automatically ready for the Web.”

I LOVE this video camera! There are so many features I honestly don’t know where to begin. From a high level, the camera is stylish, very easy to navigate from the get-go, takes stunning pictures and full 1080p HD video, and fits into just about every pocket (even those attached to skinny jeans).

The features that rock my world:

One-button upload. With the Share button and Kodak’s Share button app, sharing your pictures is ridiculously simple. After you record your video or take a picture, press the “Share” button directly on the touchscreen. You can then tag it to YouTube, Facebook, or even send it to someone via e-mail! Then, once your Playtouch is connected to your computer, and with Kodak’s Share button app, your videos and pictures are automatically uploaded (and simultaneously transferred to your computer). Could it be easier?

Video recording in True 1080p HD. Pop in a SD/SDHC card and record up to 10 hours of HD video – my husband’s favourite feature! We can shoot up close or over the horizon, and even enjoy playback on the device with courtesy of the bright 7.6 cm LCD touchscreen.

Edit in the palm of your hand. That’s right – you can make changes to your video, such as trimming and extracting a still image, directly on the Playtouch.

Choose your effects. YOU be the director; choose from a variety of resolutions and capture effects, including black and white, sepia, high saturation, and 1970’s film look! You can also take 5 MP HD still pictures, which makes it the one of the most versatile video cameras on the market!

Click here for a full list of Kodak Playtouch features and specifications.

You can also purchase an incredible range of accessories for the Playtouch, including tripods, a fisheye lens, remote controls, cases and more!

(BONUS
Save 20% on accessories with any new digital camera purchase until June 19th, 2011 at Kodak.ca.)

We take the Kodak Playtouch everywhere we go, because you never know when you’ll stumble on a Kodak Moment. The Playtouch is available in four (4) colours – chrome, black, teal and orange – so you can match your camera to your personality!


The Kodak Playtouch Video Camera retails for $179.95 and can be purchased from Kodak.ca.


One lucky Listen to Lena! reader will win a Kodak Playtouch Video Camera! To enter, simply visit Kodak.ca and choose your favourite feature of the Playtouch. Then, leave a comment here telling us what it is.

You can also qualify for extra entries! Remember, you must leave a separate comment for each. You can:

(1) Visit Kodak.ca and choose one other product that catches your eye. Then, leave a separate comment telling us what it is.

(2) Follow my blog, Listen to Lena!
(3) “Like” Listen to Lena! on Facebook
(4) NEW Follow Listen to Lena! on Twitter
(5) Tweet daily: Please use this Kodak Playtouch Giveaway Tweet.

I’ll draw for a winner on June 30th. Good luck everybody!

Reno-Giveaway #5: MTF Price Matters

Note: The following giveaway is open to US and Canadian residents.

A home reno would not be complete without some fabulous pieces from MTF Price Matters. Not only do they have a huge selection of discounted merchandise for the entire home, they’ve also got some pretty sweet deals on hard-to-find items!

And when the company heard about my recent Reno-cation, they generously sent over a few fabulous products for my home, including a Hampton Forge Knife 8 Piece Set and this Fujifilm Finepix XP15! In fact, many of the Reno-cation before/after pictures were taken with this awesome camera. The Finepix XP15 is currently listed on Price Matters’ website for $103.99 – that’s a savings of $86!

Since my Q&A about MTF Price Matters continues to be one of my most Googled posts, here’s the info once again for your convenience:

Q: The prices are SO low! Is the stuff legit? 
A: All of the merchandise at MTF Price Matters is 100% authentic. They simply do not do knock-offs. So you can take the low, low prices at face value – they’re awesome deals, plain and simple!

Q: I’m wary of online shopping. What if I have a problem?
A: Their customer service is ridiculously good. Like, the best service I’ve ever received when purchasing online. So don’t be afraid to give them a shout with questions, concerns or feedback (EST customers keep in mind they’re located in BC – so mind the time difference).

Q: The sunglasses I saw yesterday are gone! What happened?
A: Inventory is constantly being updated – and the best deals sell out quickly – so check back often.

Q: Can I pick up my order?
A: If you happen to live out west, check out their Pay N’ Pick Up service – you can save on shipping by picking up your purchases at any one of their twelve (12) locations. They ship anywhere in North America – US customers, welcome!

Q: I’ve heard the shipping costs are high.
A: Not so! MTF Price Matters is pleased to introduce $15 flat shipping on all Canadian orders! That’s right – load up as much (or as little) into your cart and you’ll always pay a low flat fee.

Now if it were up to me, I’d grab:

Sodastream Genesis Home Drinks Maker - I’m obsessed with this machine! “Help reduce the effect on the environment by using tap water and creating an exciting range of sparkling soft drinks in your own home. Its fun for you, your family and friends and kind to the planet too.” I’ve seen it retail for over $200 – here, just $144.49!

Ladies Original Fit BootCut 7 For All Mankind Jeans – Price Matters always has the BEST deals on designer denim! “The classic medium blue wash is whiskered and slightly faded through the rear and thigh with subtle abrasion and distress.” And, at a HOT price of just $59.99!


Shop online 24/7 at PriceMatters.ca. Remember: inventory is constantly being updated and items are available in limited quantities. So when you see a great deal, grab it!


One lucky reader will win the perfect household item for summer, a Cuisinart Frozen Yogurt, Ice Cream & Sorbet Maker! (Retail Price $50, MTF Price Matters: $34.99!)

Now you can enjoy the finest homemade frozen treats – at home! The Cuisinart Frozen Yogurt, Ice Cream & Sorbet Maker lets you make your favorites in approximately 20 minutes, with no fuss and no mess. Just add ingredients to the freezer bowl, press ON and the machine does the rest!

To enter, visit MTF Price Matters and choose three (3) products that you think would be perfect in your home (or on yourself!) Then, leave a comment here telling us about them.

You can also qualify for extra entries! Remember, you must leave a separate comment for each. You can:

(1) Follow my blog, Listen to Lena!
(2) “Like” Listen to Lena! on Facebook
(3) NEW Follow Listen to Lena! on Twitter
(4) “Like” MTF Price Matters on Facebook
(5) Follow MTF Price Matters on Twitter
(6) Tweet daily: Please use this MTF Price Matters Giveaway Tweet.

I’ll draw for a winner on June 30th. Good luck everybody!

Reno-Giveaway #4: Delta Faucet

Note: The following giveaway is open to Canadians only.

For those who have been following my Reno-cation, it may have crossed your mind, “What about the kitchen?” Truth is, we don’t really need an upgrade, because it’s pretty awesome as is. However, we did require a) a back splash, which is still in the works, and b) a new showpiece kitchen faucet.

BEFORE

See that sorry looking faucet? What can I say – builder’s specialty. We’ve made do with it for almost four years now, but it’s constantly a sore spot with my husband, who believes a gorgeous island deserves a stunning showpiece faucet. And that’s where my good friends at Delta Faucet come in.

Introducing the new Addison Single Handle Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet Featuring Touch2O Technology. A long title for a pretty simple concept: the most kick a** kitchen faucet ever.

Features: 

- Design inspired by the fragile scallops of a sea shell
- Graceful curves provide a delicate beauty that adds a romantic touch to the kitchen
- Multi-flow temporarily increases flow rate to 1.75 gpm
- Single-handle design for quick and easy water control
- High-arc spout swivels 360° for complete sink access
- Pull-down spray wand features a 62 in. hose for a 20 in. reach to clean the bottom of pots
- MagnaTite docking keeps the spray wand secure

I am pleased to say that I completed 90% of the installation of this faucet myself; after reading through the instructions and putting the parts together, I only needed a friend’s help to connect to the pipes under the sink.

And now, I can’t believe how my kitchen has come alive! It is truly a “showpiece” – it wouldn’t be a stretch to consider the faucet a piece of art. To tell the truth, for about two weeks after it was installed, I would catch myself just staring at the clean, fluid lines with unconcealed admiration. It is THAT gorgeous. We chose the Chrome finish, but it is also available in Stainless Steel and Venetian Bronze.

So just what is Touch2O Technology? Simply put, Touch2O technology allows water to be turned on and off with just a touch anywhere along the spout or handle. You’ll save time (just keep the faucet at your perfect temperature), you’ll save money (no more running taps! It’s so simply to turn on/off, you’ll make it a habit to do so), and you’ll reduce the amount of germs and bacteria you’re exposed to, especially those that linger on faucet handles.

AFTER

I’d like to share with y’all my new and improved island… with the faucet in action!

If “OMG I want this!” is going through your mind, I’m certain you’re not alone :)

Delta Faucet offers a full range of kitchen and bath faucets. You can choose from classic or contemporary styling, and all of their products are designed with their commitment to sustainability in mind.

And if you’re looking for a little design inspiration, do check out Beige is Dead, Masco Canada’s design and lifestyle blog. Here you’ll find decor inspiration and learn fun ways to inject colour and vibrancy.


The faucet retails for $399.99 can be purchased at major Home Center/Hardware Stores across Canada. Click here to find a retailer in your area.


One lucky Listen to Lena! reader will win an Addison Single Handle Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet Featuring Touch2O Technology, in your choice of finish! (Value $400)

To enter, simply visit Delta Faucet and find two more styles you love (kitchen or bath), in addition to the Addison faucet. Then leave a comment here telling us what they are.

You can also qualify for extra entries! Remember, you must leave a separate comment for each. You can:

(1) Follow my blog, Listen to Lena!
(2) “Like” Listen to Lena! on Facebook
(3) NEW Follow Listen to Lena! on Twitter
(4) “Like” Beige is Dead on Facebook
(5) Follow Beige is Dead on Twitter
(6) Tweet daily about this giveaway: Please use this Delta Faucet Giveaway Tweet.

I’ll draw for a winner on June 30th. Good luck everybody!

Reno-Giveaway #3: Summer Fresh Salads

Note: The following giveaway is open to Canadian readers only.

One of the hardest things about being in a Reno-cation was finding the time to cook. Scratch that – it was finding the approximate location of my stove amidst all the debris.

We tried to avoid relying on take-out too often, but hand on heart, some nights I just couldn’t be bothered to lift a finger. The only problem: portions were usually only enough for one meal, and I often found myself missing leftovers for lunch the next day.

Thank goodness for Summer Fresh Salads. With their delectable dips, tangy salads and ultra-convenient “Meal to Go” portable meal solutions, I always had fresh and delicious options for lunch and snack time. And when they heard about my Reno-cation, they generously sent us an array of their most popular products – YUM!

At the time this picture was taken, I had already gobbled down the Red Package Meal to Go (Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, Greek Couscous Salad, Trail Mix and Flatbread crackers) and Green Package Meal to Go (Roasted Garlic Hummus, Taboulah Salad, Trail Mix and Flat Bread crackers). I had told myself that I could surely hold off until I took a pic… unfortunately my taste buds had other plans!

Now I can’t believe I’m going to admit this, but I have another confession to make: see that container of Roasted Eggplant Hummus in the picture above?… Well, it was completely empty. As in, licked clean empty. It was BEYOND delicious – even hubby, who is not a hummus lover, broke down and scooped pita chip after pita chip in this heavenly spread. The fire roasted eggplant lends a subtle smoky flavour, and the creamy texture just rolls around in your mouth. It is DIVINE.

I’m also a huge fan of their Bruschetta and Tzatziki Dips; with less than 2g of carbs per serving, the Bruschetta can be mixed with rice and ground beef for a delicious stuffed pepper filling, and substituting Tzatziki for mayo can make your tuna sandwich come alive!

Summer Fresh now offers lighter versions of their signature dips and hummus – with 50% less fat and 100% delicious flavour, they’re a smart choice! You can find light flavours of their best sellers, including Light Spicy Hummus, Light Original Hummus, Light Spinach, and Light Artichoke & Asiago Dip.

You can visit SummerFresh.com for tons of scrumptious recipes featuring their products, including Baked Apples with Maple Walnut Topping, Spinach & Artichoke Puff Pastry Wheel, Marinated Sundried Tomato Rack of Lamb and many, many more!


Summer Fresh Salads can be found in the refrigerated deli section of your local grocery store. If a particular product is not available, make sure to ask the manager to bring some in to add to their offering!

One lucky Listen to Lena! reader will win $25 worth of Summer Fresh Salads Free Product Coupons (FPCs)! That’s enough to take care of all the dips and spreads at your next party!

To enter, simply visit Summer Fresh Salads and choose your three (3) favourite products. Then, leave a comment here telling us what they are.

You can also qualify for extra entries! Remember, you must leave a separate comment for each. You can:

(1) Follow my blog, Listen to Lena!
(2) “Like” Listen to Lena! on Facebook
(3) NEW Follow Listen to Lena! on Twitter
(4) “Like” Summer Fresh Salads on Facebook
(5) Follow Summer Fresh Salads on Twitter
(6) Tweet daily about this giveaway: Please use this Summer Fresh Giveaway Tweet.

I’ll draw for a winner on June 30th. Good luck everybody!