random acts of cheese
Every single day this week, I get to stalk someone down and thrust into their hands an enormous box of cheese, tied with a bow. That’s right – up until Christmas Eve I’ll be committing Random Acts of Cheese. Except that they won’t totally be random – I’m not Ellen DeGeneres – although I kind of wish I was… no, in this contest, you get to choose someone who you want to win. Get it? And then it’s a surprise! It’s all about giving, and cheese, and making people happy when they least expect it. And what could be more happy-inducing than a surprise box of cheese? Not that there’s anything wrong with chocolate, but Pot of Gold is so 1986.
Check out all that cheese! (Yes, I moved it after taking that photo. Lest Lou think Christmas came early for him.)
Calgary Co-op was generous enough to contribute their Discovery Box of cheese for my crazy cause. Many of them. Yesterday I was like, “hey! We should surprise people at work and home and give them a box of cheese!” And they were like, “cool! how many boxes do you want?” They, like Mike, didn’t even question my crazy idea, but just jumped on board with it.
In each box you’ll find six cheeses – real ones, not wee sample sizes – Oka, Saint-Paulin, Rondoux Triple Crème, Rondoux Washed Rind Cheese, Rondoux Chèvre, and 3 Year Old Grand Cheddar. Add some wine and it’s a party in a box. (Truly – it’s what we’re starting our Christmas party with tomorrow night: open the box, put each cheese out on a big cutting board, fill in the gaps with crackers and fruit and nuts and chutneys and pickles, and you’re good to go.)
So here’s the deal: it’s not for you, it’s for someone you want to surprise with a Gift of Cheese. Fun! To enter, comment here and let us know who that person is and why they should get a cheese box. You can also enter on Facebook or twitter, by tweeting out who you want to win – just include @dinnerwithjulie or @CalgaryCoop, #randomactsofcheese or all of the above, to make sure we see it.
Every day thru Friday, December 23rd we’ll pick one person, and deliver the cheese to them. I say we because Mike Santa is coming with me. (If you’d like us to provide a spectacle with said cheese delivery, that can totally be arranged.) If we choose your winner, we’ll contact you for their coordinates – we’ll need to know where to find them. (They’ll need to be in Calgary, not that I wouldn’t love to fly anywhere to make a special delivery!)
Let’s do it!! Random Acts of Cheese!
December 18 2011 08:51 pm
Kathy on 18 Dec 2011 at 9:58 pm #
Hi Julie, I’d like to gift a box of cheese to my firends Jen and Ken. They’ve had a tough year as their was son diagnosed with muscular dystrophy. They also both work very hard, study part time, look after two sons, two dogs and two kittens, plus each other. They are a true inspiration to me. This year they are hosting Christmas dinner for some of their friends that are noth going to be with family. I think this would be an excellent addition to their celebration and my little contribution (through you) since I will not be able to attend. Thanks and Merry Christmas!
Kristi on 19 Dec 2011 at 5:16 pm #
I’d like to gift a box of cheese to my mother-in-law. She’d love to share it with the people she works with at Fanning centre, as she’s alone for most of the holidays (though she’ll drive North for Christmas to see us!).
Carolyn on 19 Dec 2011 at 7:33 pm #
I love that you’re doing this and giving your time and Mike’s time during (one of) the busiest weeks of the year. Once again, thank you for making this world a better place. You’re an inspiration. Merry Christmas!
Jenn on 19 Dec 2011 at 7:52 pm #
No important, no sad reason. Just that my BFF would love a box of cheese. Well I think she would, and as her BFF I would love to share said box of cheese with her as she helps me with my two kids all the time and I don’t ever get to just hang out with her anymore. So Terri would love a box of cheese!
But even if she doesn’t win, this is such a great idea and cheers to both you and Co-op.
Karen on 20 Dec 2011 at 2:44 pm #
My baby sister, Mary who lives in Calgary! She’s a flight attendent & working Christmas day so this would save her one shopping trip I think. We love cheese in our family!
Elizabeth on 20 Dec 2011 at 11:00 pm #
Oooh, is this still open? My dear dear friend Mish has a kid in the hospital and she would flip over this cheese. Crossing my fingers!
Laura on 21 Dec 2011 at 10:32 pm #
Hi Julie!
I would love to win this for my daughter’s grade 6 teacher,he is an amazing teacher.
He teaches a class of 33 grade 6′s….yes 33.
He is inspirational,patient,and kind.I think he would enjoy this package.One less thing for him to go out and buy.I’d love for you to deliver said cheese to said school!
judy on 22 Dec 2011 at 5:50 pm #
I would love if you leave a box for a delightful and generous person……
YOU Miss Julie!