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What Makes A Quality Coffee Shop?

August 30, 2020 by Dawn McAlexander

What Makes A Quality Coffee Shop?

A cup of coffee has been part of the morning routine of most of the people and it is safe to say that it will not fall out of trend. Starting up your own coffee shop business has a lot of factors to consider in order to operate and grow. A number of different cafes have risen in the past decades and it’s making a good competition in the market. A coffee shop is a place where … [Read more...] about What Makes A Quality Coffee Shop?

Create Your Own Version Of The Iconic Folgers Jingle And You Could Win $25,000 #FolgersJingle #IC #ad

February 9, 2017 by Dawn McAlexander

Folgers Jingle Contest: Enter And You Could Win Up To $25,000

This post was sponsored by Folgers as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines concerning the use of endorsement and testimonials in advertising. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review. For as long as I can remember, I have been familiar with the iconic … [Read more...] about Create Your Own Version Of The Iconic Folgers Jingle And You Could Win $25,000 #FolgersJingle #IC #ad

When In Hartsville, Be Sure To Stop In At The Midnight Rooster #sponsored #experiencehartsville

January 25, 2017 by Jay Crawford

When In Hartsville, Be Sure To Stop In At The Midnight Rooster #sponsored #experiencehartsville

On our recent trip to Hartsville, South Carolina, we stopped in at this quaint little coffee shop that was near our hotel, to eat breakfast as was recommended by several people we met in town. Now, we got there late because we were lazy and slept in as many vacationers do, so we didn't get breakfast, but I just needed to throw that out there just in case you were looking at the … [Read more...] about When In Hartsville, Be Sure To Stop In At The Midnight Rooster #sponsored #experiencehartsville

The iCoffee Brewer Is Music To My Ears, Literally #icoffee AD

August 3, 2016 by Jay Crawford

The iCoffee Brewer Is Music To My Ears, Literally #icoffee AD

Perhaps the most annoying thing about making a pot of coffee in a multi-cup coffee maker is the filters. On more than one occasion I have gone to brew a pot only to find that we were completely out of filters. Then I would have to scramble to use a paper towel or likewise as a makeshift filter. If I couldn't find anything that would suffice as a makeshift filter, then no pot of … [Read more...] about The iCoffee Brewer Is Music To My Ears, Literally #icoffee AD

Easy And Cute DIY Coffee Cup Sleeve Tutorial

May 18, 2015 by Dawn McAlexander

Easy And Cute DIY Coffee Cup Sleeve Tutorial

If you read this blog often, then you probably know about my affinity for all things coffee. I love it hot. I love it cold. In a cup. In a tumbler. I love it with sugar. I love it with milk. Whatever. I love coffee. Except I don't love burning my hand. Ouch. But why do those coffee sleeve thingies always have to be so ugly? Not now. ;) Check out this easy DIY Coffee Cup Sleeve … [Read more...] about Easy And Cute DIY Coffee Cup Sleeve Tutorial

DD Perks Celebrates One Year Anniversary #IC #sponsored #DDPerks

February 10, 2015 by Jay Crawford

Dunkin' Donuts DD Perks Celebrates One Year Anniversary #IC #sponsored #DDPerks

I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Dunkin’ Brands. I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation. Dawn and I recently took a cruise that left out of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. When the cruise returned to port, we faced a long eleven-and-a-half-hour drive back to our North Carolina home. That's with no stops! … [Read more...] about DD Perks Celebrates One Year Anniversary #IC #sponsored #DDPerks

Earn Free Coffee With The Dunkin’ Donuts DD Perks Rewards Program #sponsored #DDPerks #MC

November 30, 2014 by Dawn McAlexander

Drink Coffee And Earn Rewards With The DD Perks Card #sponsored #DDPerks #MC

I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Dunkin’ Brands. I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation. Do you love coffee? Well, if you are reading this blog, I think it's a safe bet that you do. After all, I post about it pretty often. Well, with the holiday season in full swing, I want to share with you one way … [Read more...] about Earn Free Coffee With The Dunkin’ Donuts DD Perks Rewards Program #sponsored #DDPerks #MC

Experience A #SipofHome While On Date Night #ad @GoldPeakCoffee

October 17, 2014 by Amber {contributor}

Enjoy a #SipOfHome on date night with Gold Peak Coffee #ad

When it comes to good coffee and food, you can always count me and my husband in. Coffee is just so much a part of our lives. On these cool, fall days, it's so nice to just curl up with a nice cup of coffee and relax. A good cup of coffee just reminds me of all the comforts of home. Recently, my husband and I were invited to try Gold Peak Coffee while out on a date night to … [Read more...] about Experience A #SipofHome While On Date Night #ad @GoldPeakCoffee

Awesome Coffee Party + Turtle Donut Blended Coffee Recipe #sponsored #MC #DunkinAtHome

September 8, 2014 by Dawn McAlexander

Have a coffee party with this Turtle Donut Blended Coffee Recipe #sponsored

I participated in an Ambassador Program on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Dunkin’ Donuts. I received product samples to facilitate my In-Home party as well as a promotional item to thank me for participating. Labor Day was a little over a week ago and we decided to try something a little different - and with a little help from the awesomesauce folks at Dunkin' … [Read more...] about Awesome Coffee Party + Turtle Donut Blended Coffee Recipe #sponsored #MC #DunkinAtHome

Cool Down This Summer With @InDelight #sponsored #IcedDelight

July 31, 2014 by Dawn McAlexander

Cool down this summer with International Delight Iced Coffee in Regular and Light Sweet and Creamy options like Vanilla, Mocha and Caramel Macchiato. #sponsored

If you read this blog often, you know that we are a family of coffee drinkers. Jay, Amber and I all love coffee - whether it be made in a traditional coffee maker with a pot, single serve brewer or in a cafe. One type of coffee that we had not tried though was the International Delight Iced Coffee in the half gallon carton. … [Read more...] about Cool Down This Summer With @InDelight #sponsored #IcedDelight

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