It's almost hard to believe it's Sunday again, but the calendar doesn't lie! It's kind of an odd day here, it's a little cool outside and rainy. Normally I like to enjoy coffee in the backyard in the mornings, but not today. I have been spoiled living in southern California with so much nice weather most of the year. But every now and again it gets cold and rainy here too!
Just like every other Sunday, today I'll be doing my giveaway post. This next week will be 46 weeks since I started this little project, coming up on a year pretty quickly. And this last week I had the biggest number of participants that I've ever had, a grand total of 44 entries! Because I had so many entries I decided to add on a few bonus prizes today to celebrate, you'll see those after the first four spin results.
First let's see what fruits won out as the most popular as that was the entry question last week! I know a couple of you picked durian, I'm sad to say it didn't win.
Mango
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I do believe this was by far the winner! After living in the Caribbean for many years I also love mango and even had a tree in my backyard. I always picked them just shy of ripe so they were a little sour, because I love sour! It is a great tasting fruit with several varieties that all are just a little different tasting. This was picked by: @helicreamarket , @jpatrick28 , @henruc , @ronnie10 , @vcclothing , @lanzjoseg , @monsterbuster , @cositav , @dewabrata and @logen9f . Thank you all for participating!
Durian
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I really was surprised at how well durian did in this contest. It is a strong smelling and flavored fruit that grows in the tropics. You either love it or absolutely detest it, and I happen to fall in the latter category. I've tried it a few times but just can't take the flavor. With four people picking this one it came in tied for second place, thanks @blitzzzz , @vaynard86 , @ekavieka and @dewabrata for this great choice (even if I hate it!)
Pineapple (piña)
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Having lived in the tropics for years I have to admit this is among my favorites as well. There really is nothing like getting one straight from the farm, but in most places you have to depend on stores. Even California is too cold to grow them. Just a curious factoid, there was a show on several years ago called "Psych" about a guy who pretends to be a psychic detective. You can see it these days on Peacock, but in every episode they had a pineapple. It's a funny show if you missed it.
Thanks for the great choice @doombot75 , @hjrrodriguez , @oadissin and @edreisito .
Strawberry
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And the rounding out the tie for second place we had strawberries! I've always loved these, just so tasty and versatile. One of the truly wonderful things about living in southern California is you can find fresh year round. Thanks for your favorite @ladymisa , @akiraymd , @whywhy and @florakese .
Oranges
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So many different types of oranges and they all taste great! I think Cara Cara are my current favorites, probably because they're in season right now. Thanks for the excellent choice of citrus fruit @ravenmus1c , @deeanndmathews and @tortangkahoy !
Banana
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There are so many different types of bananas and all of them are really good. There is a durian in the picture above, definitely not a banana type! I liked this picture because it show several varieties of the fruit. I've always love the red one the best, but they're all really good. This was picked by: @kungfukid , @borniet and @ekavieka , thanks guys!
Apples
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Another fruit with just so many varieties from extra sour to extremely sweet. I've always preferred the sour ones myself, whereas @silvertop chose the honey crisp. He lives in Washington state that is just about the apple capital of the world. So he knows his apples well! These were also picked by @olaf.gui and @hatdogsensei . Thanks guys!
Watermelon (Sandía)
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Another great tasting option that makes summer fun, good old watermelon. I never used to like it as a kid, but living in South America I became a fan. In summer could get them straight of the farm and they were so good. Of course it's winter in the north hemisphere and right now it's summer in South America! Thanks for choosing an awesome melon @angeluxx , @geneeverett and @dkid14 !
I wish I had time to add the rest, but I have to run errands this afternoon. Other favorites were peaches by @coinjoe and @coolmidwestguy . Grapes were the pick by both @moonthumb and @lumpiadobo . Raspberry was chosen by @ganjafarmer and @iamthemastermind . Kiwi was the preference of @sylmarill and @bitandi . Limes from my friend @gwajnberg , pomegranate by @rainbowdashh4l , and cherries by @melinda010100 . Thank you everyone for participating!
This week's entry question:
I really need to stop writing these questions right before I head to lunch...
Now for today's entry question: What is your favorite type of cheese?
I may have asked this same one some time back, but it's been awhile and we have some new participants. So why not? If you are vegan or lactose intolerant, do you have a cheese alternative that you like?
The Giveaway
I will be giving out two prizes of five (5) HSBI. Third prize will be 2 DUO tokens, the token I recently launched with @bulliontools and @bitcoinman . It offers those who stake sufficient tokens daily curation on quality posts, dividends, and a tipping bot. It also helps to onboard and retain new Hive members. At the end of the post there is a link to the white paper and where to purchase the tokens. Fourth prize is 100 BBH tokens. To participate you need a reputation level of at least 25 and bots cannot win. And please one entry per person to make it fair to everyone.
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How to Enter
Every week this will change. I'm looking for engagement rather than just saying "I am in". There is no need to upvote or re-blog, although if you choose to do so I would appreciate it. This week's question should be fun:
What is your favorite type of cheese?
I may have asked this same one some time back, but it's been awhile and we have some new participants. So why not? If you are vegan or lactose intolerant, do you have a cheese alternative that you like?
HSBI
If you are unfamiliar with the prize you can learn more here:
https://ecency.com/post/@steembasicincome/hive-sbi
Or check out my recent post:
https://labs.inleo.io/@thebighigg/hsbi-what-are-they-my-experience-and-a-starter-guide
Choosing the Winners
All valid entries will be placed on the Wheel of Names and I will spin it four times. The first prize will be 5 HSBI units. The second prize will be another 5 HSBI units. Third prize will be two DUO tokens. Fourth prize will be 100 BBH tokens. And since I am spinning the same wheel four times in a row it is theoretically possible for the same person to win all four prizes! Although I have yet to see it happen, maybe this week?
Deadline
One week from today which will be Sunday February 2, 2025 at 8 A.M. California Pacific Time.
Now to choose last week's lucky winners!
And the first spin!
Congratulations @dewabrata ! You won 5 HSBI units!
And the second spin!
Congratulations @oadissin ! You won 5 HSBI units! I believe this is the first time he has won in my giveaway, congrats!
The third spin
Congratulations @florakese ! You won 2 DUO tokens!
The fourth spin
Congratulations @kungfukid ! You won 100 BBH tokens!
And just for fun six bonus spins for one HSBI each, it's always fun to throw in some bonuses!
Congratulations @ravenmus1c , one HSBI for you!
Congratulations @gwajnberg , one HSBI for you!
Congratulations @ekavieka , one HSBI for you!
Congratulations @angeluxx , one HSBI for you!
Congratulations @ganjafarmer , one HSBI for you!
Congratulations @dkid14 , one HSBI for you as well!
That will wrap up my giveaway for this week. Thanks everyone for participating and I'm glad you all enjoy it. Please feel free to leave your entry responses below or any question or comments you may have. Thanks for all of your support, Hive is a great place and I love to help others grow their accounts since I have received so much help over the last couple of years myself. Have a great day everyone!
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Oh and my favourite type of cheese. Oh that´s a hard question. I love cheese and eat alot of it. But I would say: OLD AMSTERDAM.
Nice to see a Dutch Cheese!!
Yes we have alot of these in my Country! :D
I buy it from time to time as it's one of the few decent Dutch cheese's you can easily get in the south of Spain.... But if you ever get the chance to buy cheese in the Netherlands don't buy old Amsterdam there's so much good cheese to try there
Ahh that´s good! Oh yeah I´ve been buying cheese in Netherlands many times. The border is only like 2 hours away from me. :)
I gave my girlfriend a Dutch over last night! 😂
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That is a good one! I haven't seen in the store in awhile. I'll have to ask at the deli next time I'm there!
Yes I really love it. And I can get it normally always here. Hope you find some. :)
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Durian is absolutely hideous…
Ok, my favorite cheese is a tough question for me. I’d have to say Parmigiano-Reggiano. It has such a fantastic flavor.
I hate durian too. I've tried it three times, but it's just sickening!
I agree, hard to wrong with that. It's been climbing in price over the last couple of years though.
I bought a quarter wheel as a buy with friends about ten months ago. I cut it into wedges and put it in food saver bags. It should last me another six months.
This is a tough one.. but my favorite cheese would have to be the classic brie cheese. It's so creamy and delicious
I do like brie as well, nice and simple but tastes great!
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Congrats to the winners and thanks for the HSBI! =) !PIZZA
You're welcome!
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I absolutely love cheese! So picking my favorite one is really really hard!!! But in the end, I will always choose a nice Brie over anything else if I could pick only one.
So my entry: A Brie!
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Brie it is my friend. It's always a crowd pleaser. Simple and tastes delicious!
Now for token questions: MMB and INEEDSLEEP, what are they?
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Sunday is my go-to church day. Although it's usually the same with the routine of everyday, but since my family is not around, most times I just lazy around after church and think about my life all day. Because of the the danger of diabetes, cucumber and watermelon is just about the only stuff I take.
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Thanks for the curation! The last thing you want is diabetes along with the other issues. It's nice to have a lazy Sunday every now again.
Limburger! Or Limberger? I dunno how it’s spelled! That was my fav until no chicks would dance with me cause I smelled like it 😂
Bonus points for you if u get the reference! Clue - NewWave era…
Jokes aside I’d prolly Jarlsberg! I are some last night
Where to do fund Jarlsberg? I know in NYC you can get anything, I'll have to go track some down!
The quote I remember it vaguely, but the source not a clue. My brain ain't what it once was! lol
I am a big sucker for a swedish made cheese called Västerbottensost.
I'll have to check that one out, what kind of flavor and texture does it have?
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hmm hard to explain actually. Not that fatty, and loads of flavour :D
Its a super traditional cheese here in sweden
Congratulations to the winners, greetings, I don't like cheese very much but YELLOW CHEESE IS VERY TASTY with hot arepa
Suena riquisimo!
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This looks like fun! How did I miss this?
Please add me to the reminder list!
Favorite cheese? Well, that's a tough one, as there are so many delicious ones. But over the years, if there's one I have always enjoyed, it would be a good Norwegian Jarlsberg. Getting a big piece was one of the things we never missed out on, every time we went to Costco.
I'll get you added, thanks! I don't think I've tried that one. I'll have to keep my eyes open to buy some when I come find it. Do they still sell it at Costco?
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Beemster Extra Aged Gouda, 26 months old (or a bit more) ... get your cheese, wine, and salted caramel fix in EVERY BITE! There are SO MANY that I love, but when I think of what I would buy if I only had money for cheese or sweets, I'm not skimping -- I'm getting my Beemster!
Now that is awesome! The older it gets the better it gets!
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thank you for 5 HSBI
anyway recently I have been eating this cheddar slice. Not my favorite, but I will put this as my entry LoL
Your welcome! Every little bit helps build the curation vote!
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boom thanks!
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Can’t beat a nice bit of grilled halloumi
What's that one like? I've never tried it.
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@doombot75, I sent you anIt’s really nice grilled, soft on the inside and a bit crispy on the outside. Originates in Cyprus made from goat and sheep milk. Enjoyable with a nice honey drizzle !BBH
Thank you very much for the HSBI my friend. !LOLZ you had tried Durian, and yeah, you will either love it, or will completely hate it, hardly in the middle. hahah
for cheese, it is not a very common food here in my country, but I like the cheddar cheese. :)
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Your welcome! Durian and I don't get along unfortunately... Cheddar is good!
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I like almost all kinds of cheese, but my favourite is aged goat cheese. As a child, I even helped make it at my grandparents' house.
That is good!!! It has such a nice flavor and texture. Good choice!
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Congrats to the winners and well not to rare that mango it's the best 🥭 🤩 🎉🎉
Now if you ask me, I'll say that my favorite cheese 🧀 is Gouda (more like Torondoy cheese) 💜
I love gouda too, especially well aged!
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Yes gouda it's the best 🤩💜
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A good old Cheddar cheese is nice but the fav is this Old Ditch Cheese called Gustavo, I have my mom sent me a piece every 3 months
I'll have to try to find some, that sounds awesome!
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Congrats to all the winners.
My favourite cheese is parmesan which elevates pizza so well. Common but really nice
It really does bring out the flavor doesn't it? Good stuff!
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Gorgonzola! <3
I love blue cheese, my absolute favorite of them all. You have great taste!
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Tillamook medium cheddar...... it just melts in your mouth!🤗👍
Simply delicious on everything!!!😀
Tillamook makes some really good cheddar, and it's not too expensive which is nice. Some of the older cheddar cheeses get expensive!
Sounds like I need a grilled cheese sandwich right about now have a great Monday!!😀👍
Congratulations to the winners of this round and best of luck for the rest on the other ones.
So, for this week, I would go with Cheddar Cheese.
I love a good aged cheddar, always a safe bet!
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Hmm im not really familiar with the kinds of cheese since i just eat everything. But i think ill go with cheddar cheese.
Always a safe bet!
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Burrata cheese is my favorite. I especially love it on a nice stone baked oven pizza. :)
I've been wanting to try this one, but haven't found a place local that carries it. It looks so good!
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My favorite is Brie, very soft and you can eat it with bread or fruit. I tasted a lot of varieties including Blue Cheese which is a bit disgusting, lol.
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Blue cheeses are my absolute favorites! lol It's an acquired taste I think! Brie is always a great bet, simple and tastes great!
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I am lactose intloerant, but that does not stop me from eating cheese!
Really like goat cheese. Second would be extra sharp cheddar.
I love both! Extra sharp cheddar is so good, and goat cheese as well. Some great taste you have there!
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I am not really sure I have met a cheese that I didn't like!
I have no idea what it is called but I like goat cheese that has a very strong smell that is made in some parts of Portugal.
I like goat cheese too, especially aged just right! Do they make much in Portugal?
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Yes, we make a lot of cheese of many kinds!
Greetings @thebighigg, congratulations to all participants and especially to the winners.
My favorite cheese is one that is known as Queso Blanco Duro, it is a low salt cheese, but not too much, it is very tasty, most likely you have tried it when you were in Venezuela.
The photo is of a kilo of very fresh cheese I bought today.
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I have had that, and it's great! It's been a lot of years since I've seen it though. Some Hispanic stores carry it though, I'll have to remember to get some next time I'm there!
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Wow congrats to all those winners!
My favorite is split between two very different cheeses. I like very sharp cheddar, the kind that really grabs your attention... and soft mozzarella the mild and gooey kind you find on a pizza. I"m also a fan of goat and sheep's cheeses, the crumbly type. I'm a fan of quality cheeses.
I love really sharp cheddar as well, goat and sheep's cheeses are both really good too. Premium mozzarella on pizza is always really good. I too love quality in my cheese. I won't even touch processed cheese. I recall being horrified that in Philadelphia the top cheesesteak places use cheese whiz on the sandwiches!
Oh i don't like any type of cheese at all, I hate the smell aswell
Not a cheese fan? It's one of those things that you like or you don't!
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brie
Always a safe bet, simple and delicious!
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I'm yet to participate in this, I'll give it a try soon.
Give it a shot!
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