It's that time of the year again, my lovely blog readers! The 12 days of chocolate giveaway has now become an annual event, which I run from 1 December.
I don't know what the future year will hold and whether I might keep writing this blog. I nearly stopped several times this year, so it could be my last 12 days of chocolate giveaway.
I won't be using the pretentious language of certain influencers and say that this chocolate giveaway has been "carefully curated" but I did enjoy choosing different chocolate bars for each day of the giveaway, as well as buying little bits and bobs to go with them. This is a kind of prize I'd be happy to win myself. And it's a different selection every year.
Hope you will enjoy it as much as I do. There is over 1,2kg of chocolate to win!
First of all, let me wish all my blog readers a stress-free Christmas and a happy new year! (and if you don't celebrate Christmas, you're welcome too, I'm wishing you a lovely festive season!).
I love chocolate, and this giveaway is my celebration of all things chocolatey.
Every day I will offer you a chocolate bar and a little something too, edible or decorative.
For 12 days I will be revealing a part of an overall prize, and each day there will be a new question.
As stipulated in the T&Cs below, the number of winners will depend on how many questions the first randomly selected winner will answer. If they answer all 12 questions, they get the whole lot. If they choose to answer less questions, they'll get less prizes, and the remaining part of the prize will go to the next randomly selected winner.
Day 1:
The first day will start with a bang - you'll find a Tony Chocolonely dark milk pretzel chocolate bar as well as one L'Occitane cracker (with mini toiletries).
Day 1 (1 December) question: What Christmas gift are you most looking forward to receiving (or giving) this year? (if you don't celebrate Christmas, then what festive seasonal gift)
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Day 2:
Christmas is not a "proper" Christmas without a good old marzipan, hence today's part of the prize is a Niederegger Apfel Schoko Crumble and Ritter Sport Marzipan.
Question 2 (December 2):
What does you family usually eat for Christmas dinner? Do you prefer traditional food, or can't wait to try something new each year?
Day 3 (3 December):
Today's part of the prize is Divine Limited Edition Dark Chocolate with Tangy Clementine + a Milk chocolate medal, with North Pole Approved Nice.
Question 3 (3 December):
What's your favourite holiday movie?
Day 4 (4 December):
Green & Black's Organic Smooth dark chocolate and 10 gift tags are part of the prize for today.
Question 4 (4 December):
What is the most memorable (or even craziest) Christmas present you've ever received?
Day 5 (December 5):
E.Wedel Milk Raspberry chocolate bar and M&S Mulling Spices are today's contribution to the prize.
Question 5 (5 December):
What is your favourite carol?
If you haven't voted yet on
ClassicFm for your favourite carol, hurry up, you have until 16 December to cast your vote to be in with a chance of winning a £500 John Lewis voucher. Now that would be a fab prize. I always vote for Gaudete, as it's such a timeless piece, which sends shivers down my spine every time I hear it.
Day 6 (6 December):
Today's chocolate bar is Milka Yogurt. And since we need to take extra care of our skin in winter, here are a couple pf Daily Care Sheet Masks.
Question 6 (6 December):Given a chance, would you rather spend Christmas at home or at a new destination?
Day 7 (December 7):
Aero Snowy White for the fans of white chocolate, and a pair of Festive Feet Christmas novelty socks.
Question 7 (7 December):
It's been such a tough year, what with the world news and domestic politics, it is rather depressing. Looking back at 2022, what has been the highlight of the year for you? or the best thing that happened to you or your family in the last year?
For me it's the birth of my adorable great nephew less than a month ago. I am now a great aunt, and I still cannot quite believe it. He's just the cutest little thing.
Day 8 (December 8):
Lotus Biscoff Milk Chocolate and a little Gisela Graham Christmas ornament are today's part of the prize.
Question 8 (8 December):
Again looking back at 2022, what TV shows did you enjoy the most?
(Looking for recommendations, in case I missed something really good).
I love a mix of genres, and some of my favourite TV shows of 2022 were Ghosts, the final season of The Walking Dead, and The English.
Day 9 (9 December):
A new Green & Black's Smooth Mint Intensity bar + Tony Chocolonely Almond mini chocolate bar.
Question 9 (9 December):Do you have a Christmas jumper?
I just bought a Batman Christmas jumper for my younger son for him to wear on the school Christmas jumper day. Not sure what's the connection between Batman and Christmas, but he loves it.
Day 10 (10 December):
Cadbury Winter Wonderland and Percy Pig Sty of Wonder are today's part of the prize.
Question 10 (10 December):
Do you have an advent calendar, and if yes, which one(s)?
My boys opted for Lego Harry Potter (younger son), Lindt chocolate (older son).
Day 11 (11 December):
Cadbury Dairy Milk Oreo chocolate bar and a chocolate Santa coin for today.
Question 11 (11 December):
What are your Christmas Eve traditions (if you have any)? Do you leave a mince pie and milk for Santa?
Day 12 (12 December):
This is the final day of the giveaway, and the final part of the prize includes Lindt Classic Recipe Hazelnut, a bag of Reese's DJ Santa's disco lights and a box of saucer crackers.
Question 12 (12 December):
I want to thank everyone who's been taking part in the chocolate giveaway. I enjoy reading all the answers.
There is no question for day 12, please wish a Merry Christmas to the person above you - you will need to scroll all the way down and click on Load More to see the latest entries.
PLEASE NOTE - ALL COMMENTS ARE PUBLISHED, but due to the amount of comments not all are loaded at once. If you want to see your comment after the 4th of December, you need to click on Load More to see them all. Thank you!
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Many thanks to all the participants! I had a lovely time, reading all the replies.
THE FIRST RANDOMLY CHOSEN WINNER NEVER GOT IN TOUCH WITH ME REGARDING THEIR PRIZE, SO THE SECOND WINNER HAS BEEN SELECTED AND NOTIFIED.
Congratulations, please get in touch with me by email sasha1703@yahoo.com or on Twitter @maximka25.
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T&Cs:
The giveaway is open to the UK residents only.
Please leave your name or Twitter username in the comment if you login as Anon, or I will never know who has commented.
There will be one or more winners, who will receive all the goodies appearing during twelve days of the giveaway.
If the first randomly selected winner has replied to all twelve questions, they will receive the whole lot.
If the first winner answers less questions, they will receive the prizes only from the days they leave their reply.
The remaining prize(s) will be allocated to the next winner(s). Hope I don't have to send twelve different packages.
The more questions you answer, the bigger your prize will be.
Only one entry per person per day/question is allowed.
If you missed a day, you will have a chance to catch up on any other day until the end of the giveaway, as long as it comes in a SEPARATE comment.
Please note, if you answer 12 questions in one comment, it will count as 1 entry.
Once the winner is selected randomly, I will count their replies.
I will contact the winner, who will have 7 days to reply with their address details. Due to the nature of the prize which I hope to dispatch in good time before Christmas, the time limit to get back to me is shorter than usual.
All the prizes are provided by me, and are in no way sponsored by any brand.
This is my way of saying Thank you to my blog readers.
Previous winners are welcome to join in as well, you're not disqualified from winning again, if your name is drawn from the hat.
I will post the prize at my own cost.
If the winner's away when the parcel arrives and is not able to rearrange the redelivery, and if by some chance it is returned to me, please do not expect me to cover the cost of the postage again.
If that happens, the prize will be taken to the local food bank (foods) and charity shops (non-perishables).
I will send the parcel by Royal Mail, tracked and to be signed for.
Any personal data given (basically the winner's address details) will not be shared with any 3rd parties, and will be deleted after the prize is received by the winner.
The giveaway will end on the 12th of December at midnight.
Good luck!
Day 1 - bought myself a diary, love opening nd starting a new one on 1st jan
ReplyDeleteA set of juggling clubs which my grandchildren will love. Day1.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to give my son his hover board after asking for the past 3 years I've finally been able to buy him one. Day 1
ReplyDeleteDay 1. I love receiving pamper gift sets at Christmas @HelenArlowTT
ReplyDeleteDay 1, well I wish I had asked for a mattress as need a new one!! But definitely tickets for an overnight ghost hunt
ReplyDeletewhiskey!!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to receiving tickets to a pantomime 🎄
ReplyDeleteDay 1 - I would love a shark hoover / Twitter is @Jsolcookie
ReplyDeleteI’m so excited to give my son a Lego set he’s had his eye on for ages. Day 1
ReplyDeleteSo looking forward to seeing my sons face light up and he gets his mobile phone gift @myboytroy88
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to getting my new I phone @Cushionpad
ReplyDelete1 - I'm most excited to give my secret santa gift at work!
ReplyDelete1 seeing my grandson
ReplyDelete1 seeing grandson
ReplyDeleteI have brought my Dad a personalised comfort blanket, for when he has his Chemo
ReplyDeleteI am most looking forward to giving my daughter her Frozen dolls house.
ReplyDelete1 - having the whole family over for Christmas Day, my boys can’t wait to have both sets of grandparents over! @annalisa_dunham
ReplyDeleteI'm hoping for crime fiction books x
ReplyDeleteDay 1: looking forward to giving my son the Boxset of Alex Rider books he has been wanting 😊
ReplyDeleteNew duvet and pillows DAY 1
ReplyDeleteDay 1. This years new books from my favourite Authors
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to a Fortnum and Mason Hamper
ReplyDeleteI'm most looking forward to giving my great niece her first Christmas present
ReplyDeleteWe're not bothering with gifts this year. I'm most looking forward to my Christmas dinner 😅
ReplyDeleteDay 1. Am most looking forward to my son receiveing his Mochachino cup from Costa. Have only been asking to him ask for it since the winter menu started.
ReplyDeleteDay 1 I am hoping for new slippers as mine have holes in them
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to y husband opening the light kit for his tower bridge lego - he looked recently and was disappointed they were out of stock.
ReplyDeleteI would love to get a new laptop.
ReplyDeleteI’m looking forward to a foodie hamper and a Dyson air wrap
ReplyDeletemuscle man arm pillow for my goddaughter can’t wait to see her face
ReplyDeleteA new kindle for my husband, he broke his so he'll be over the moon
ReplyDeleteIt’s my little girls first Xmas so I can’t wait to see her face when she opens her toys
ReplyDeleteMulled wine
ReplyDeleteI am hoping for a nice charm for my bracelet that I received for my birthday 🤩 @justjulie_64
ReplyDeletelush bath bombs @Ellie_rose84
ReplyDeleteI’d really love a new pair of boots
ReplyDeleteI'm hoping for a jolly good jigsaw!
ReplyDeletegiving a kindle to an avid reader
ReplyDeleteI never get much, anything my daughter makes for me I'm grateful for and all my cards
ReplyDeleteConcert tickets
ReplyDeleteDay 1 I won't be expecting much this year. I'd love a luxury box of chocs.
ReplyDeletelove a bit of chocolate so happy if there’s extras too
ReplyDeleteAlways love to get a selection box
ReplyDeleteI’m so excited to see the look on my sons face when he opens his race track up
ReplyDeleteGiving some pamper products to my nan.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to giving my son a special large picture of his cat, who has recently passed away.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to giving my son a special large picture of his cat, who recently passed away. Twitter handle Smiley_Sands
ReplyDeleteSome new straighteners
ReplyDeleteGiving my daughter a percy pig hoodie that she thinks is sold out
ReplyDeleteI cannot WAIT to share the christmas experience with my son! He really wants a marble run so thats the present I am most looking forward to giving
ReplyDeleteWould love some indulgent perfume
ReplyDeletei do love my Pjs
ReplyDeleteI would love some art supplies! And maybe some candles ☺️☺️ (@Pinkzei)
ReplyDeleteI'm most looking forward to receiving some new hair straighteners, to tame my frizz into beautiful tresses. I live in hope!
ReplyDeleteI am hoping for some new pj's, candles and something sparkly
ReplyDeleteI really want a Ninja Foodii
ReplyDeleteI'm most looking forward to getting some new coloured pencils. @Sweetcraftiness
ReplyDeleteDay 1 some snuggly warm clothing from my hiubby
ReplyDeleteHand made crochet angels - second time making, getting better and better now
ReplyDeleteA Bottle of my absolute favourite Aftershave. Ultra Violet
ReplyDeleteDAY 1: looking forward to getting a big woolly jumper
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to giving my children tickets to the local panto - day 1
ReplyDeleteDay 1. Pair of shoes
ReplyDeleteI’m hoping to get lots of new books.
ReplyDeleteAn electric bike, to help pedal me through the ups and downs of 2023!
ReplyDeleteEating and spending time with the family!
ReplyDeleteMy youngest son has bought me a book out of his own wages so I'm very touched to receive it
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to giving my daughter a Magic Mixie, I know she desperately wants one, but shes made a very short list this year and hasn't included it, shes going to be so surprised on Christmas morning
ReplyDeleteDay 1 I'm looking forward to giving my daughter a new air fryer for Christmas. She has just moved into her new home and has always wanted one.
ReplyDeleteDay 1 - I would love some books. I adore reading @webkinny
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to some new PJs - username FB CarolynCorrin5
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to receiving a lovely warm snoodie, as it's too expensive to have heating on and I feel the cold.
ReplyDeleteWould love a new bag, especially loungefly @loopyb31 instag
ReplyDeleteDay 1 (1 December) I'm most looking forward to receiving a new football shirt.
ReplyDeleteDay 1- Can't wait for my Christmas pressie off my hubby, it's always a surprise and something I didn't know that I needed
ReplyDeleteDay 1 - I'm most looking forward to receiving a new PC monitor this year.
ReplyDeleteDay 1 - I'm hoping for some new books
ReplyDeleteDay 1: I'm hoping/looking forward to a 12-month Audible subscription as I enjoy reading. Well listening :)
ReplyDeleteDay 2. We always have a traditional roast but the meat varies.
ReplyDeleteDay 2. We always have a traditional roast but the meat varies.
ReplyDeleteDay 1 - I can't wait to give my son his work bench, drill and tool belt so he can be a handy man just like daddy
ReplyDeleteDay 2- we do have turkey but I always do a 3 bird roast also as I love that
ReplyDeleteDay 2:As we are all veggie we alwats have a quorn roast.
ReplyDeleteTraditional Turkey & ham for the 2 vegetarians look forward to trying out something a bit different
ReplyDeleteWe enjoy traditional food. A big roast, with all of the trimmings @BeckyCornes
ReplyDeleteDay 2 we enjoy a traditional dinner, turkey, sprouts, roast beef and roast potatoes
ReplyDeleteDay 1. I am looking forward to giving my Dad a personalised comfort blanket, for when he is having his Chemo @BeckyCornes
ReplyDelete@myboytroy88 my comment is above. Forgot to add my twitter name
ReplyDeleteDay 2 - We are traditional :)
ReplyDeleteDay 2 we all like traditional @Cushionpad
ReplyDeleteDAY 2: we have traditional foods
ReplyDeleteDay 2: Traditional Christmas dinner with all the trimmings
ReplyDeleteDay 2: we are traditional with the turkey we then have a second meat, desserts are different as none of us like Christmas pudding or cake so we opt for something chocolatey
ReplyDeleteDay 2: Normally 2/3 roasts with all the trimmings, soup to start and a few choices of desserts
ReplyDeleteday 2 has to be a mix of traditional roast with a build up to xmas of scandi food traditions
ReplyDeletethe traditional turkey with all the trimmings. Day2
ReplyDeleteDAY 2 - is a mix of traditional and vegetarian food. All yummy though. @STORMTIGER5 on Twitter
ReplyDeleteDay 2. Turkey or beef with all the trimmings , Christmas pudding and cheeses
ReplyDeleteDay 2. Turkey or beef with all the trimmings, Christmas pudding and cheeses
ReplyDeleteDay 2 - the usual Turkey and Pigs in Blankets @sarokaal
ReplyDeleteTotally traditional here
ReplyDeleteDay 1 - Hoping for some furry slippers @spanglisher
ReplyDeleteDay 2 - has to be traditional; turkey, pigs in blankets, brussel sprouts etc @spanglisher
ReplyDeleteDay 2 - roast turkey and all the trimmings
ReplyDeleteTurkey crown with all the trimmings and pigs in blankets with meat juice gravy
ReplyDeleteDay 2. We love a traditional Christmas dinner with all the trimmings @HelenArlowTT
ReplyDeleteWe love to have the traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings, topped with gravy.
ReplyDeleteDay 2 As there are only 2 of us we don't have the traditional turkey. I love a beef wellington (shop made), or we sometimes have duck.
ReplyDeleteDay 1 I am most looking forward to giving our youngest son his keyboard, he is really getting into music but has no idea!
ReplyDeleteDay 2 - always traditional!
ReplyDelete(DAY 2) Definitely traditional - we always have Roast Turkey with all the trimmings at Christmas - only happens once a year, so is an extra special event in our house!
ReplyDeleteDay 2 we stick with tradional roast turkey and trimmings 😋
ReplyDeleteDay 2 Traditional
ReplyDeleteDay 2 I have traditional Turkey dinner. @Sweetcraftiness
ReplyDelete2. Turkey with all the trimmings
ReplyDeleteDay 2 we're veggie so go for a quorn roast still have all the trimmings though!
ReplyDeleteTraditional Turkey with all the trimmings but we like to have another meat also this is usually beef wellington or goose. Twitter name @janeday2284
ReplyDeleteForgot to add day 2 @janeday2284
ReplyDeleteWe have a traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings. Have to have homemade trifle to finish though
ReplyDeleteDay 2
ReplyDeleteDay 1 Looking forward to giving my partner a Christmas mug. Couldn’t wait until Christmas though and he’s had it already. He loved it.
ReplyDeleteDay 2 Turkey dinner with all the trimmings.
ReplyDeleteDay 2 We usually have a traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings. We get our turkey from our local farm shop & it's the best turkey I've ever had!
ReplyDeleteDay 2 - We usually have lamb because we aren't massive fans of turkey
ReplyDeleteIt absolutely has to be a big roast for us!
ReplyDeletei do a buffet, then we can eat all day long when and as we like
ReplyDeletei do a buffet, then we can eat all day long when and as we like
ReplyDeleteDay 1 I'm most looking forward to giving my partner his new boots. His feet have been getting wet in his trainers and it's taking everything I've got not to just pull them out
ReplyDeleteWe usually have beef but we're going out this year so we're having cheese souffle and turkey
ReplyDeleteWe're always traditional turkey with all the trimmings
ReplyDelete2nd- we love Turkey, but normally buy a crown for simplicity! All the trimmings- especially parsnips!
ReplyDelete1st- I love giving my children their Christmas eve boxes- warm snuggly pj's, a book and hot chocolate. One of my favourite traditions.
ReplyDeleteDay 2 - we usually have chicken instead of Turkey, we just prefer it but I love the sprouts and pigs in blankets @webkinny
ReplyDeleteDay 2, me and my family keep it traditional, however I do prefer to cook a gammon rather than any other meat!
ReplyDeleteWe love the full Turkey and ham roast with all the trimmings
ReplyDeleteDay 2 - We are all vegetarian so go for plant based offerings each year :) @Pinkzei
ReplyDeleteDay 2 - We go for a traditional turkey dinner.
ReplyDeleteday 2 - I love all the traditional food!!! Its the best!
ReplyDeleteTurkey - With all the delicious trimmings
ReplyDeleteDay 3. I absolutely love watching Love Actually
ReplyDeleteDay 3. My favourite holiday movie is: Love Actually
ReplyDeleteDay 3: I love watching Elf
ReplyDeleteDay 3: The Polar Express
ReplyDeleteDay 3. The Muppet Christmas Carol
ReplyDeleteDay 3 Home Alone
ReplyDeleteMiracle on 34th Street
ReplyDeleteDay 3 - it's a wonderful life
ReplyDeleteHome alone
ReplyDeleteDay 3. Miracle on 34th Street (the original version) @HelenArlowTT
ReplyDeleteDay 3: Gremlins
ReplyDeleteMy favourite holiday movie has to be Elf.
ReplyDeleteday 3 - my fave movie is arthur christmas
ReplyDeleteDay 3: Home Alone
ReplyDeleteDay 3: Gremlins without a shadow of a doubt! (@luckyjoeyh on Twitter)
ReplyDeleteDay 3: it's a Wonderful Life @sarokaal
ReplyDeleteDay 3 - Elf!
ReplyDeleteDay 3 - Elf :)
ReplyDelete3 - National lampoons Christmas vacation
ReplyDeleteNational lampoon's Christmas vacation 🎅🎅🎅 @myboytroy88
ReplyDeleteDay 3. Love Actually
ReplyDeleteDay 3. Love Actually
ReplyDeleteDay 3 The original Miracle on 34th Street
ReplyDeleteDay 2 Christmas Dinner for us is usually working our way through the edibles that have been gifted. We only really do a traditional meal when we have the whole family over (just us this year so no kitchen time for me)
ReplyDeleteDay 3 - Its not christmas for us until we have watched Miracle of 24th Street.
ReplyDeleteLove Actually
ReplyDeleteI love It's a Wonderful Life! Always makes me feel happy :)
ReplyDeleteDay 3....The Grinch...@Cushionpad
ReplyDeleteMy favourite Christmas movie is Elf. @Sweetcraftiness
ReplyDeleteDay 1: I'm hoping to receive a hat. My hubby knows how much I love them.
ReplyDeleteDay 2: We will often try new things from Japanese cuisine to the traditional British roast.
ReplyDeleteDay 3: My favourite Christmas movie is Love Actually
ReplyDeleteMy favourite movie is Elf
ReplyDeleteDay 3 Polar Express
ReplyDeleteDay 3 Question 3 (3 December):
ReplyDeleteIt's A Wonderful Life is my favourite
Day 3 (3 December) Jingle All The Way - a magical Christmas film with a starring role from the Terminator himself, Arnold Schwarzenegger. I still can't find that elusive Turbo-Man doll though!
ReplyDeleteDAY 3: It's a Wonderful Life
ReplyDelete2. Traditional turkey Xmas Dinner 🍽 😋
ReplyDelete3. The Grinch
ReplyDelete3. The grinch
ReplyDeleteDay 2 - traditional Roast,
ReplyDeleteDay 3 - Home Alone
ReplyDeleteDay ELF 🧝
ReplyDeleteElf @janeday2284
ReplyDeleteElf is my favourite Christmas movie :) (Pinkzei)
ReplyDeleteDay 3 - It's a Wonderful Life @spanglisher
ReplyDeleteDay 3 - Love Actually @webkinny
ReplyDeleteDay 3 elf
ReplyDeleteDay 3 - Elf
ReplyDeleteDay 3 - Home Alone
ReplyDeleteDay 3 - The Family Stone
ReplyDeleteMost memorable gift was a dolls house. It was the year I got to join the 'adults' wrap the presents and 'make' the magic for my younger siblings
ReplyDeleteThere was one year that my husband’s grandmother just gave me a balaclava!
ReplyDeleteDay 4- I was brought my first ever car for a Christmas present when I was 17 an MG Metro I screamed the house down :)
ReplyDeleteDay 4. As a child my most memorable present was a cabbage patch doll (which I had been asking for for months) @HelenArlowTT
ReplyDeleteDay 4, my engagement ring
ReplyDeleteDay 4. My engagement ring that was at the top of the tree with our Angel
ReplyDeleteMy now husband bought me an Xbox our first Christmas together
ReplyDeleteDay 4 - a chicken calendar from my secret santa, and yeah it just had photos of chickens in it!
ReplyDeleteDay 4 - As a child I received a Magic Robot game which would spin and point to questions. I used to love quizzes and I played with it over and over again.
ReplyDeleteIt was a work's secret Santa a few years back, quite rude so a little inappropriate for this forum 😉
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