Monday, November 21, 2011

Dolce Gusto Giveaway

Happy Monday! Even with the knowledge of a short work week for most of us, Monday mornings are still tough to swallow. If a cup of coffee is needed most, it's usually Monday morning. So let's talk coffee...

Remember a couple of months ago when Nescafe Dolce Gusto held the small private event for a few local bloggers and rewarded us with a complimentary Piccolo machine? Well, now they are generously offering one Bite Buff reader the titanium Piccolo.This compact machine fits into any kitchen, even our tiny 1940's kitchen with no counter or storage space. It's relatively easy to use once you try it out a couple of times. You can read about my initial thoughts in my original blog post (linked above). Since then, I've noticed that it stays very clean and we've had fun trying out a few different flavors of coffee. Finding them locally still proves to be difficult, and I curse the K-cups every time I'm shopping, but just plan on using their online ordering.

Interested in winning the machine? Just leave a comment below telling me what your favorite local coffee shop is, or your favorite coffee drink. You can also get a second entry into the giveaway by tweeting: "I want to win a machine from @DolceGustoUS from @BiteBuff at http://tinyurl.com/7mqluca". Make sure that you leave a second comment to be entered twice. I will select a winner on Friday using random.org.

Happy Sipping!

82 comments:

  1. AnonymousNovember 21, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    I don't drink much coffee out but I love trying all the different beans offered at City Roast Coffee at the Westside Market and brewing it at home. I'd love to try a Dolce Gusto. Thanks!

    Beth

    whittaker.elizabeth At gmail

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  2. liketheflowerliketheheaterNovember 21, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    I love Boulder Coffee Co. in Rochester!

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  3. mark johnstonNovember 21, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    i normally just grab something at the local dunkin donuts

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  4. CLEgal @ Why CLE?November 21, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    I am a fan of Phoenix Coffee and I love chai tea lattes.

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  5. CLEgal @ Why CLE?November 21, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    Tweet tweet.

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  6. mark johnstonNovember 21, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    i also tweeted

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  7. MaureenNovember 21, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    I'm fond of Phoenix as well, mainly the west 9th street location. And, I can't leave their shop without getting a blondie speedball shake :D

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  8. MelNovember 21, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Come to Pittsburgh, go to my local neighborhood shop: Buena Vista Coffee Shop! :)

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  9. MelNovember 21, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    I TWEETED THE CONTEST!!! (because I want to WIN).

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  10. Cindy M.November 21, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    My favorite coffee shop is LOOP in Tremont!

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  11. BradNovember 21, 2011 at 3:30 PM

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  12. BradNovember 21, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    I also tweeted for my 2nd entry.

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  13. BradNovember 21, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    I would love to win. Fresh Espresso is hard to beat!

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  14. All Lacquered UpNovember 21, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    I don't drink coffee often but when I do indulge I order a mocha. I know the boyfriend would love one of these so I'm entering for him. :)

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  15. All Lacquered UpNovember 21, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    I also tweeted https://twitter.com/#!/AllLacqueredUp/status/138736479580065792

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  16. MartaArtaTaNovember 21, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    The best coffee i have ever had was in an old Algerian Coffee Shop in Old Compton Street in Soho, London. The shop is 123 years old and friendly with old-fashioned wooden shelves to the ceiling. And the staff are knowledgeable offering a choice of over 80 coffees and 120 teas from around the world. Just smelling their coffee direct from a jar and picking your own aroma is priceless. Must go if ever in London.

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  17. MartaArtaTaNovember 21, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    I also tweeted for my 2nd entry :)))

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  18. John FayNovember 21, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    I tweeted for my first entry!

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  19. John FayNovember 21, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    I love getting my morning coffee at Cork & Bean in the Huntington Building!

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  20. AnonymousNovember 21, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    I would love to win! I need a small coffee maker for my office and this would be perfect. Thank you for the opportunity to enter!

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  21. ADNovember 21, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    tweeted!

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  22. ADNovember 21, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    My favorite coffee is anything I make at home! I used to obsess over Starbucks Soy Chai Lattes, however, I moved to a new office and there is no Starbucks nearby or even near home. My homemade cup has grown on me and saves me oodles of money. I threw the coffee maker out at my office because it gets water all over. I could really use this Piccolo at work!

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  23. Kathy EyreNovember 21, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    Solar Roast Coffee in Pueblo Colorado, strong, black and extra large!

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  24. Matty DNovember 22, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    Erie Island coffee is the best in the city.

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  25. LgalloNovember 22, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    My favorite coffee drink is coffee with Torani caramel syrup. I'm the only one in my house that religiously drinks coffee so this machine would be great in my kitchen!

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  26. CarlaNovember 22, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    I'm a big fan of a nice chocochino (1/2 hot chocolate 1.2 coffee)mmmmm...

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  27. CarlaNovember 22, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    I also tweeted.. and I could REALLY use this in my lil office.

    Thanks

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  28. PhoenixxNovember 22, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    My favorite is the Latte Machiato! It's simply delicious! Tweeted @Phoenixx138.

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  29. UnknownNovember 22, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    my favorite coofee drink is peppermint mocha..yum

    mellanhead74 at hotmail.com

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  30. UnknownNovember 22, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    https://twitter.com/#!/mellanhead/status/138980348393562112
    tweeted

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  31. JimDogNovember 22, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    I grind my own and use an Aeropress. But I'm seriously thinking of getting a Dolce Gusto for mornings when I'm in a hurry. Winning one would be even better!! :-)

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  32. JimDogNovember 22, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    I also Tweeted about the contest (@JimDog)

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  33. JaniceNovember 22, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    vanilla latte

    m8usi@yahoo.com

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  34. JaniceNovember 22, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    tweeted:
    http://twitter.com/#!/cappytweet/status/138990703022845953

    m8usi@yahoo.com

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  35. NikkiNovember 22, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    I am a plan flavored coffee, especially anything that has to do with coconut or vanilla.

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  36. Baka KataNovember 22, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    my favourite caffe is Gio´s in Chicago! Best coffee, and when you sit in it and drink best italian coffee you feel just like you are sitting in your living room love the staff, coffee from finest coffee beans and love coming in my Gio´s

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  37. Baka KataNovember 22, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    also tweeted:)

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  38. julie anne noddinNovember 22, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    I always go back to starbucks and get a carmel frapaccino just a force of habit but ow so good!

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  39. Karen SummersNovember 22, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    Yes I agree with the curse of the cup , and yes online is worth it in savings! I will be thrilled if I am lucky enough to win, I currently have old pot that leaks!

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  40. msdrcrrnNovember 22, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Starbucks and my fav is Peppermint White Chocolate Mocha - yummo !!

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  41. BlaireNovember 22, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Blaire Henry commenting here. My favourite coffee drink is anything vanilla or caramel flavoured. I am a fan of starbucks though and have been known to try any of there holiday drinks for something different.

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  42. AngelaNovember 22, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Brew Ha Ha in Niles, MI has some of the best seasonal coffees ever. Cinnamon Spice Latte was the fav last month.

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  43. AdrianNovember 22, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    I love Starbucks, but I also visit a artsy coffee shop here called Java Jolt. It doesn't matter which shop I'm in, I always order a marble mocha macchiato.

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  44. Alicia at Poise in ParmaNovember 22, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    My favorite local coffee shop is Brielle's Coffee & Tea Room in Independence. Tucked in a shopping plaza, it's a nice alternative in my neighborhood.

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  45. Alicia at Poise in ParmaNovember 22, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    just tweeted!

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  46. 6502ProgrammerNovember 22, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    Favorite coffee shop: Arabica on University Circle

    Favorite coffee drink: Espresso, and lots of it. If my hands aren't shaking badly enough to spill it, I haven't had enough! :)

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  47. 6502ProgrammerNovember 22, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    tweeted!

    https://twitter.com/#!/thesweepswinner/status/139045785231831040

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  48. TinaNovember 22, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    I enjoy making coffee at home! This machine would make my mornings so much nicer!

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  49. Krafty KellyNovember 22, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    I love Starbucks Salted Caramel Mocha - the salt and chocolate is great.

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  50. UnknownNovember 22, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    We brew coffee every morning at home, and occasionally, we'd treat ourselves at our local starbucks. Ice-coffee and vanilla latte have been our favorites. We'd love to have a piccolo at home! It would make our morning coffee so much better!

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  51. StacyinKsNovember 22, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    Right now, my Favorite is a Peppermint Mocha Latte at Hastings. :) I would LOVE to win this machine!! :)

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  52. luisruviNovember 22, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    I like starbucks but my favorite local place is Cartel Coffee Lab in Tucson Az. Pretty neat place.

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  53. RandomluckNovember 22, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    I'm another one that's not all that into coffee. That being said I've been to a couple of tastings now and I'm hooked in the Cafe Dulce coffees and hot chocolates. All I need is a machine.

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  54. AnonymousNovember 22, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    Seriously into coffee, and when I buy a cup out it's usually at element coffee in Camarillo, CA. Love my dolce gusto, and would love to have a piccolo for work, where the coffee is awful.:(

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  55. sandyinscpaNovember 22, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    I haunt Starbucks for their Frappuccino in the summer, and Sheetz (a local convenience store that sells coffee to-die-for) for their cupo'ccino in the winter. I'd be hard pressed to say which was best.

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  56. mlh533November 22, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    I work at 6AM & there are no local coffee shops open yet & I don't enjoy convenient store coffee so I make mine at home. Would love this machine to make yummy coffee much easier! Thanks

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  57. I want Piccolo! :DNovember 22, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    I like the Mocha! :)
    And Chochocino too!

    Also tried Caffe Lungo! Absolutly love it! ;)

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  58. Aldin KarahasanovićNovember 22, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    My siste have a birthday in a few weeks!
    She wants to buy one, and she is saving money since Dolce Gusto came into our country, so I would love to surprise her with one of these coffe machines!

    Tweeted, "I want to win a machine from @DolceGustoUS from @BiteBuff at http://tinyurl.com/7mqluca" !

    I really hope that I will get a prize, to make my sis' happy! :D

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  59. gingermNovember 22, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    i love vanilla latte and would love to win

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  60. gingermNovember 22, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    would love winning a dolce gusto

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  61. LexiquinNovember 22, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    I drink coffee every morning at home and my favorite is just plain, black, STRONG & HOT, coffee. On Tuesdays, Dutch Bros (an Oregon company) has $2 Tuesday, so sometimes I'll splurge on a drink (I especially like White Chocolate Mocha--hot or blended) and I also like to go to the Beanery up in Corvallis because it has a nice, cozy, coffeeshop feel.
    Thanks for the giveaway.
    aleq13@gmail.com

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  62. LexiquinNovember 22, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    Tweet! https://twitter.com/#!/lexiquin/status/139108667281776640

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  63. s.sipraNovember 22, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    I love cafe mocha at starbucks but lately I have been going to the nearest mcdonalds for coffee, there coffee has improved tremendously :)

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  64. fifiNovember 22, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    Love my Starbucks double shot in the summer. Winter is usually lattes. Would love to be able to make drinks at home. Would save money which would make my hubby happy!

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  65. MichelleNovember 22, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Currently my favorite drink is a Chia Eggnog Latte from Starbucks, but at home it the Latte Macchiato with a couple shots of vanilla!

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  66. AnonymousNovember 22, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    I love coffee, anytime !

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  67. Meg H.November 22, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    Swing's coffee - one of the oldest roasters in DC. And a straight dark roast - delicious!

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  68. AnonymousNovember 22, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    my favorite coffee beans are a special mix a friend supplies us with ... he does have the best taste in mixing it. hope to win and invite him to use this awesome prize! crossing fingers for luck!!

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  69. AnonymousNovember 22, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    Susan S.

    I love the Iced coffees at most of the Ohio gass stations. They are under $2 and good.

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  70. Knitting in the Rocky'sNovember 22, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    My favorite coffee shop is the Blue Mug in Greeley, Co.

    While I adore iced coffee (with a hint of Vanilla), my all time favorite is a Raspberry, White Chocolate Latte!

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  71. Mindy ChildressNovember 22, 2011 at 11:04 PM

    Hands down Gypsy Bean and Baking Company is the best coffee shop. Their regular coffee is the best around, but if I am feeling particularly feisty, I always go for the Skinny Londoner! Can't be beat!

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  72. AnonymousNovember 22, 2011 at 11:23 PM

    I enjoy Tim Horton's coffee whenever I'm in Toronto.

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  73. AnonymousNovember 23, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    I enjoy my coffee @ home while relaxing and waking up,with my wonderful husband.

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  74. C CroweNovember 23, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    CC's Coffee in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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  75. JaemiNovember 23, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    I love Lasater's Coffee in Clarksville, Tennessee. The coffee always tastes fresh, service is impeccable, the food choices are nice, and prices aren't too bad either. My husband and I like coffee, and we both like trying new flavors and varieties. A Piccolo would be great to help with our explorations!

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  76. DianaNovember 23, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Living in rural Maine, I have to travel to get my coffee fix. The place is named dastardly Dick's :) love their latte.

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  77. AnonymousNovember 23, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    My favorite coffee is on Co. Rte. 125 with the lake view!

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  78. PhoexxNovember 24, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    Tweeted https://twitter.com/#!/Phoenixx138/status/139693741270253569

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  79. UnknownNovember 24, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    I used to live in Euclid and loved Lakeshore Coffee House mochas...not sure if they are still there but the memories live on!

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  80. JessNovember 24, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    I love a carmel turtle latte at Brewed Awakenings. Mmmmm..!

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  81. Bite BuffNovember 25, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Congratulations to Jeannine- you have won the Piccolo from Nescafe! Email me to claim your prize.

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  82. VHSDecember 19, 2011 at 1:34 AM

    I love coffee anytime...

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