Foodie Freebie Friday: Win an Urban Accents Spice or Sea Salt Collection
Welcome back! I hope you had a relaxing weekend and are ready for another week of delicious inspiration. This edition of Foodie Freebie Friday highlights the joy of exploring global flavors through thoughtfully crafted spices and sea salts. One lucky reader will win their choice of an Urban Accents Gourmet Spice Collection or an Urban Accents Gourmet Sea Salt Collection — perfect for adventurous cooking and elevating everyday meals.
Urban Accents, Inc. was founded in 1996 with the goal of bringing premium, all-natural, and visually appealing herbs and seasonings to the contemporary home cook. Frustrated by the limited options on grocery shelves, Tom Knibbs started the company in his Chicago basement. With a background in packaging sales, he focused on creating products whose presentation reflected the quality inside.
Urban Accents, Inc. was founded in 1996 with the goal of bringing premium, all-natural, and visually appealing herbs and seasonings to the contemporary home cook. Frustrated by the limited options on grocery shelves, Tom Knibbs started the company in his Chicago basement. With a background in packaging sales, he focused on creating products whose presentation reflected the quality inside.Why I Love Global Flavors
Food connects us to culture. Many cuisines share similar concepts — like filled dumplings — yet each country gives them a unique identity: gyoza in Japan, mandu in Korea, wontons in China, pierogi in Poland, piroshki in Russia, and ravioli in Italy. The same idea applies to spices: regions use locally available herbs and seasonings to shape distinctive flavors. Urban Accents captures those regional nuances in convenient blends that make it easy to experiment at home.
The Prize Options
Choose one of the following two collections. Both are curated to introduce exciting new flavors and make it simple to season everything from weeknight dinners to special-occasion meals.
Bayou Barbecue – A mild yet spicy barbecue blend with a hint of cayenne that channels the bold, savory spirit of the Gulf Coast.
Kodiak Fish & Game – A robust mix of herbs and spices that enhances roasts and dense seafood fillets; also excellent on roasted vegetables.
Mongolian Ginger BBQ – Bright citrus and ginger notes anchored by wasabi and mustard for grilling and baking.
Montego Bite – A coarse Caribbean-style blend with a dozen-plus herbs and spices; ideal for marinating chicken, pork, turkey, steaks, and ribs.
Mozambique Peri Peri – A lively mix of herbs, spices, and citrus with a touch of heat for bold, layered flavor.
Roma – An Old World Italian blend of basil, oregano, garlic, and classic Mediterranean herbs for sauces, roasts, and more.
Tokyo Miso – A white miso–based seasoning with balanced sweet and savory notes for authentic Asian flavor.
Parisian Melange – A French-style onion mix featuring leeks and shallots that works well in soups, sauces, and savory bakes.
Chateau Provence – Grey sea salt blended with Herbes de Provence for subtle floral and herb notes; great in soups, stews, roasted meats, and seafood.
Ocean Smoked – A smoked sea salt combined with French grey sea salt for deep, savory smoke flavors from roasted pecan shells and oak; ideal on roasted meats and vegetables.
Isle of Capri – Inspired by Southern Italy, this zesty blend complements grilled seafood, pizza, and pasta sauces.
Caribbean – A balanced mix of sea salt and crushed peppercorns with a touch of Jamaican pepper for a versatile savory-sweet seasoning.
Ginger Szechwan – Chinese Five Spice meets ground ginger and sea salt for marinades, stir-fries, and barbecue.
Santiago Citrus – Sea salt blended with chili and citrus notes to brighten seafood, salsas, guacamole, and tomato dishes.
How to Enter
To enter the giveaway, leave a comment telling me about your favorite ethnic cuisine. Which country’s flavors inspire you most? Is there a particular cuisine you cook often? I love hearing what drives people in the kitchen and how they use global flavors in their meals.
Guidelines & Prize Details
- Eligibility: Giveaway open to residents of the United States only. Apologies to international readers.
- Contact: You must provide a valid email address so you can be contacted if you win.
- Prize: One winner will choose either the Urban Accents Gourmet Spice Collection (8 blends) or the Urban Accents Gourmet Sea Salt Collection (6 blends).
- Selection: One winner will be chosen at random based on comment order using a random integer generator and announced on the stated date.
Deadline: Thursday, February 12, 2009 at 12 midnight CST. One winner will be randomly selected and announced on Friday, February 13, 2009. Good luck — I can’t wait to read your favorite culinary inspirations and see which collection will take your cooking to the next level!