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Post by naby64 on Nov 3, 2020 21:22:56 GMT
So about a week and a half ago there was another big Penzey's offer. I grabbed the 2 heart and soul boxes allowed, a mini something or other and an jar of onion powder.
Today, of all days, my order arrived. In a much larger box than expected. My DH watched me unbox it and check off the list. I got what I ordered plus the little packet of free spice that you get. There were 2 other medium size boxes. Not listed on the order form. I opened one up and it was a coffee mug. "CHOOSE LOVE" on the front. I love them!!
So my question, did anyone else get freebies like this in their box? Penzey's just got my loyalty for life!
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Post by caangel on Nov 3, 2020 21:38:30 GMT
Yes got the same. But they went straight to the goodwill box.
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Post by naby64 on Nov 3, 2020 21:43:03 GMT
I don't have room at home for them so they will be removed. Either at my DS's house or the office.
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Post by AmeliaBloomer on Nov 3, 2020 21:44:23 GMT
Heh. Posted yesterday (here) how annoyed I was with the surprise mugs. Opinion seems to be split. And strong. Ironic, that, on this day. I have a friend named Hope - to whom I’ve pawned off gifted some of that infernal “Hope” merch they often include. |
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Post by ddly on Nov 3, 2020 22:21:11 GMT
Yes. We got our order today. The mugs will go to the people we bought the soul boxes for.
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Post by naby64 on Nov 3, 2020 22:26:22 GMT
Well poo, I didn't see the follow up in the original notice thread.
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Post by freecharlie on Nov 3, 2020 23:43:05 GMT
I'm taking them to work for people to use
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Post by karenk on Nov 4, 2020 20:50:08 GMT
So, i am new here. I know we have a Penzy’s Here. They sell spices, right? What is the big deal about them? What am I missing?
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Post by Deleted on Nov 4, 2020 21:22:24 GMT
Oh wow-I'm really surprised that some did not like them! I was THRILLED to get them and they went right into my mug cupboard.
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Post by naby64 on Nov 4, 2020 21:32:17 GMT
So, i am new here. I know we have a Penzy’s Here. They sell spices, right? What is the big deal about them? What am I missing? I really don't have the answer for you. But they do have an amazing choice of spices. My DD has a store where she lives. I love to go in and smell and try samples. I really couldn't tell you if they were better than the spices I get at Kroger, local gro store or Walmart. But they seem better. They have blends that are truly scrumptious. Mural of Flavor, Tuscan Sunset, Galena Street to just name a couple. I have picked up a couple of their curry mixes for ODS. He wants to make more curries at home. They usually have a great promo or sale every couple-three months. I know a lot of us here stock up on what we need then. They always have a freebie packet of spice in the order when you get it. |
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Post by swtpeasmom on Nov 4, 2020 22:01:46 GMT
I'm confused as to why it's so terrible for some that they include inspirational mugs?
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Nov 4, 2020 22:05:46 GMT
I'm confused as to why it's so terrible for some that they include inspirational mugs? For me it is unwanted clutter that I didn't ask for. Then it becomes something else to have to deal with (get rid of). As socially conscious as Penzey's is, I am a bit surprised they do this because it just creates more stuff to fill landfills eventually. |
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Post by AmeliaBloomer on Nov 5, 2020 0:30:59 GMT
I'm confused as to why it's so terrible for some that they include inspirational mugs? For me it is unwanted clutter that I didn't ask for. Then it becomes something else to have to deal with (get rid of). As socially conscious as Penzey's is, I am a bit surprised they do this because it just creates more stuff to fill landfills eventually. Totally agree. Walk into any thrift store and look at the disproportionate number of mugs in the hardgoods section, often promotional. They largely don’t sell, so they get destroyed. I didn’t ask for a mug, let alone two; I didn’t ask for a bigger, heavier package; I didn’t ask for more packing materials. In fact, I made a point to order all spices in bags, not jars. Work with me here, Penzey’s. This is not who you claim you are. (And while you’re at it, don’t try to argue that the freebies costs (production, shipping) are not ultimately passed on to the customer.) I’m also the person who for years would write a special request in Grubhub orders not to send plastic utensils and chopsticks and cr@p. Took them years to figure out to add that as a clickable option. I‘m fully aware that I’m like an old man yelling at kids to get off his lawn, but I think a lot more people are aware of waste now. |
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Post by melrose on Nov 5, 2020 0:46:31 GMT
I appreciate the peas who enable/alert us to the Penzey's deals. I got a rather L box as well and received 2 mugs. They will be stocking stuffers.
Also unexpected--a jar of French thyme.
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Post by beaglemom on Nov 5, 2020 1:30:51 GMT
Well now I am sad that i didn't get any. I ordered 2 of the special boxes and a couple of other things.
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Post by caangel on Nov 5, 2020 1:44:29 GMT
I'm confused as to why it's so terrible for some that they include inspirational mugs? For me it is unwanted clutter that I didn't ask for. Then it becomes something else to have to deal with (get rid of). As socially conscious as Penzey's is, I am a bit surprised they do this because it just creates more stuff to fill landfills eventually. For me it is unwanted clutter that I didn't ask for. Then it becomes something else to have to deal with (get rid of). As socially conscious as Penzey's is, I am a bit surprised they do this because it just creates more stuff to fill landfills eventually. Totally agree. Walk into any thrift store and look at the disproportionate number of mugs in the hardgoods section, often promotional. They largely don’t sell, so they get destroyed. I didn’t ask for a mug, let alone two; I didn’t ask for a bigger, heavier package; I didn’t ask for more packing materials. In fact, I made a point to order all spices in bags, not jars. Work with me here, Penzey’s. This is not who you claim you are. (And while you’re at it, don’t try to argue that the freebies costs (production, shipping) are not ultimately passed on to the customer.) I’m also the person who for years would write a special request in Grubhub orders not to send plastic utensils and chopsticks and cr@p. Took them years to figure out to add that as a clickable option. I‘m fully aware that I’m like an old man yelling at kids to get off his lawn, but I think a lot more people are aware of waste now. This! Plus we don't use mugs regularly. No one drinks coffee and I drink tea maybe a few times a month. We have ones that match our wedding dishes (no idea why) and the 4 random ones, 2 that are special to me and 2 that I'm ok with the kids using for hot chocolate. |
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Post by lucyg on Nov 5, 2020 2:01:08 GMT
So, i am new here. I know we have a Penzy’s Here. They sell spices, right? What is the big deal about them? What am I missing? Penzeys has wonderful spices and mixes, and often things I can’t find elsewhere. They make powdered rosemary which you can’t get at my local supermarkets ... the kid and I don’t like those hard little dried rosemary sticks that’s usually all you can find, but we like the rosemary flavor. BUT be aware, the owner is a flaming progressive who likes to include liberal screeds in his advertising emails, interspersed with the freebies and recipes. So if that would bother you, it may not be the place for you.  |
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Post by stampnscrap1128 on Nov 5, 2020 2:03:06 GMT
I was happy to get the two mugs. My husband and I are big Penzeys fans.
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Post by TXMary on Nov 5, 2020 2:57:17 GMT
So about a week and a half ago there was another big Penzey's offer. I grabbed the 2 heart and soul boxes allowed, a mini something or other and an jar of onion powder. Today, of all days, my order arrived. In a much larger box than expected. My DH watched me unbox it and check off the list. I got what I ordered plus the little packet of free spice that you get. There were 2 other medium size boxes. Not listed on the order form. I opened one up and it was a coffee mug. "CHOOSE LOVE" on the front. I love them!! So my question, did anyone else get freebies like this in their box? Penzey's just got my loyalty for life! Yes! I had always wanted to order from them and I saw the offer here and finally did. Got my box and also got the two free Choose Love mugs. Plus a lot of vote stickers. I loved everything in the box and they have a new customer here too! |
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Nov 5, 2020 3:02:51 GMT
BUT be aware, the owner is a flaming progressive who likes to include liberal screeds in his advertising emails, interspersed with the freebies and recipes. So if that would bother you, it may not be the place for you.  It is the main reason that my last order was from The Spice House. Same excellent quality without all the politics. (And my disclaimer - I would feel the same way if they were extremely conservative pushing their point of view.) Funny thing is that the owner of The Spice House is the brother sister of the owner of Penzey's. They most likely have similar political views, but are not in your face with it. To me, that makes all the difference. Also, I like the flat packs soooo much better than the plastic bags that Penzey's uses. |
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Post by naby64 on Nov 5, 2020 3:07:35 GMT
I thought The Spice House was owned by his sister? Either way, yes siblings. I don't get the emails. I think I must have opted out at some. I just need my spices.
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Nov 5, 2020 3:09:37 GMT
I thought The Spice House was owned by his sister? You are correct. I didn't type that out right. OOPS!  |
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Post by FrozenPea on Nov 5, 2020 3:26:20 GMT
I was bummed that my box didn't have the free mug in it. I bought spicrd for my niece for her new apartment and was going to include it on her box.
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Post by jubejubes on Nov 5, 2020 3:56:30 GMT
It is the main reason that my last order was from The Spice House. Same excellent quality without all the politics. BEST OF ALL -- THEY SHIP TO CANADA. THANKS SO MUCH! Knocked off a few Christmas gifts. |
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Post by karenk on Nov 5, 2020 18:01:41 GMT
Thanks all for filling me in!
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Post by StephDRebel on Nov 5, 2020 18:30:54 GMT
Im still mad that last year I placed an order, forgot something and placed another and they cancelled BOTH of my orders and emailed me to tell me that I couldn't double dip and order twice just because they were giving out freebies but that I could reorder a different day if I actually wanted my items.
Fuck their spices and the crap they throw in the boxes.
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Post by littlemama on Nov 5, 2020 18:36:44 GMT
Haha, I couldnt remember if maybe the mugs were supposed to come with the boxes. I was happy to get them even though we have lots of mugs.
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It is the main reason that my last order was from 
