Love Coffee? So do the Swedes. In fact, they drink more coffee than almost anyone, anywhere. And for over 150 years, Gevalia has been their favorite cup.

Since 1853, Gevalia has upheld the uncompromising standards put forth by our founder, Victor Theodor Engwall. Opening his business in the small seaside town of Gävle, Sweden, Engwall aspired to import nothing less than the world’s finest beans. Coffee aficionados soon learned that if you wanted good coffee, you bought it from Victor. Business grew quickly, and Gevalia became the official coffee purveyor to the Royal Court of Sweden. –Gevalia Kaffe

Verdict: Who knew the Swedes were such fine… coffee purveyors! French Roast, or any bolder coffee, is typically our coffee of choice. So the Gevalia Kaffe French Roast was, of course, our favorite. However, we always buy whole bean and grind at home so that part of our morning routine we missed. Thankfully, they will be selling a few whole bean options as these hit Safeway stores though, so whole bean aficionados, don’t worry.

And now for the fun part! Kraft Foods through MyBlogSpark has offered up one 12oz bag of French Roast, one 12oz bag of House Blend, and a Gevalia Kaffe mug. [I know, I know, you're just in it for the coffee mug. Us too. ;)] for a Frugal Bon Vivant reader.

How to Enter the Giveaway: Answer the question – Coffee or Tea? (+12 more bonus points):


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PRIZE: 1.5 pounds of Gevalia Kaffee coffee

GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Monday, February 13, 2012 at 11PM PST

ELIGIBILITY, DISCLAIMER ETC: One winner. Ships anywhere in the US. One entry per e-mail address. Winner will be randomly selected. Coffee prize pack provided by Kraft Foods through MyBlogSpark and do not represent or warrant the accuracy of any statements or product claims made here, nor does it endorse any opinions expressed within this blog.

Peet’s Coffee & Tea

Peet’s Coffee has stores in: California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Oregon and Washington

Starbucks

“Holiday” drinks include: caramel brulee drinks, peppermint mocha drinks, and gingerbread lattes. Hello, what about pumpkin spice? Hmm…

US & Canada only.

Peet’s Coffee & Tea

Peet’s Coffee has stores in: California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Oregon and Washington

Details: Come to a participating Starbucks between 3 and 5 p.m. local time, and enjoy a half-price Frappuccino® blended beverage. Feel like getting a head start on happiness? You can create your own favorite Frappuccino® blended beverage right here. Starbucks is celebrating Happy Hour from now until May 8. US & Canada only!

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Valid in East China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Australia, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Netherlands, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, UK, Ireland, Argentina, Bahamas, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Peru, Puerto Rico, but “ask your local barista for details”… nice disclaimer :)

Free Food:

• Free pastry at Starbucks – Tuesday, March 23, 2010
• Free Cone Day at Ben & Jerry’s – Tuesday, March 23, 2010
• Free medium hot or iced coffee at Dunkin’ Donuts on Mondays in March (select locations)
• Free Stride gum – become Facebook fan

Almost Free Food & Restaurant Coupons + last week’s deals that haven’t expired:

• Jamba Juice: $1 off smoothies coupon – expires April 10, 2010
• Restaurant.com: 70% off ($25 GC for $3) w/promo code: LUCKY

As usual, the frugal bon vivant is not responsible for the insane amount of spam or junk snail mail that you may get for prostituting your email/mailing address for these offers! ;) Know of any free food deals? Email me!

Starbucks

You should follow the Frugal Bon Vivant on Twitter here — to get your reminder on Tuesday! And my usual Starbucks tip: The drip coffee is less than $2 — the dark roast is mighty fine — and so much healthier than starting your day off with a 300+ calorie drink. :)

Free Food:

• Free small tea or coffee @ Seattle’s Best Coffee inside Borders – ends Sunday, February 21, 2010
• Free Package of DiGiorno 200 Calorie Portions Pizza
• Free pretzel day at Auntie Anne’s – 10am-3pm, Saturday, February 20, 2010
• Free pancake day at IHOP – Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Almost Free Food & Restaurant Coupons:

• Einstein Bagels: Free bagel poppers with drink purchase – ends February 23, 2010
• Panda Express: Free Firecracker Chicken w/2-entree plate – ends February 25, 2010
• Restaurant.com: 70% off ($25 GC for $3) w/promo code: ENJOY – ends February 21, 2010

Last Week’s Deals That Haven’t Expired:

• Quiznos: Buy one, get one free sub with drink purchase – ends February 21, 2010
• Macaroni Grill: Free appetizer w/2 entrees purchase – ends February 27, 2010.
• Chili’s: Free chips & queso w/entree purchase – email sign-up required

As usual, the frugal bon vivant is not responsible for the insane amount of spam or junk snail mail that you may get for prostituting your email/mailing address for these offers! ;) Know of any free food deals? Email me!