I know it's been quiet around here again. There are weeks when assignment deadlines simply get the best of me. To make it up to you, however, I have a sweet giveaway from Sucré for one lucky reader.
Sucré is a local confectionary here in New Orleans, and it's been a favorite since it opened in 2007. I remember my first visit, consumed by handmade chocolates with regional flavors. Then I had an obsession with the gelato, followed by the homemade marshmallows, and finally, my current obsession - the macarons.
The good news is that you don't have to be a local to indulge. Sucré has expanded their operation and ships within the United States (with all confections continuing to be made in their New Orleans location).
Which reminds me - I know a lot of people like to order King Cakes for Mardi Gras, choosing to be a New Orleanian wherever they are. Sucré makes the best King Cake I've ever eaten. Usually I suffer through dry, underwhelming cakes or toothachingly sweet, overstuffed versions, all in the name of tradition. But one year a friend brought me a King Cake from Sucré and I've never looked back. The only problem I have with it is that it disappears quickly and I have a hard time sharing it with others.
Back to the giveaway. Sucré willl send their Signature Macaron Collection to one reader in the contiguous United States, selected at random. All you have to do is leave a comment on this post with your name and email address. Entries will be accepted until Tuesday, October 22, 11:59 PST, with the winner announced on Wednesday, October 23.
That's it - no trick questions, no clever comments required (unless you're feeling clever, that is). I'll be back soon, if not this week, certainly next.
The Signature Collection includes 15 macarons in the following flavors: almond, chocolate, strawberry, bananas foster, hazelnut, pistachio, pecan, and salted caramel.
To see the rest of Sucré's offerings, visit their website at shopsucre.com. Also, you can find out more about their King Cakes here.
Very pretty. I have never tasted macarons.
Posted by: rhonda hoehne | 22 October 2013 at 04:53 AM
I make sure I have time to pop in Sucre when I'm in NOLA. Thanks for the chance to win.
Posted by: Susan Lubanski | 22 October 2013 at 01:59 AM
Everytime I visit my daughter in NOLA we have to have some macarons from Sucre. Would love to win some.
Posted by: Debbie Echaves | 21 October 2013 at 02:02 PM
I love love love macarons. I can't wait to check out this shop next time I'm in NOLA.
Posted by: Marissa | 21 October 2013 at 12:24 PM
These are absolutely beautiful! Whoever wins is a lucky reader!
Posted by: Brie | 21 October 2013 at 11:46 AM
These look and taste yummy! Thanks so much for the offer! I can always use a sweet break in the middle of the day...signed: Homeschool mom... Enjoy!
Melissa N.
Posted by: melissa newell | 21 October 2013 at 11:35 AM
I heart macarons!
Posted by: Susan | 21 October 2013 at 05:58 AM
My honey loves everything New Orleans, he would be so overjoyed to eat those macaroons! And I will be a hero! :)
Posted by: Melanie | 21 October 2013 at 12:25 AM
oh! heaven for the eyes and for the mouth!
Posted by: kat | 20 October 2013 at 09:14 PM
My goodness, COUNT ME IN! Beautiful and yummy!
Posted by: Katie | 20 October 2013 at 11:08 AM
Woohoow! enjoyed you post the new orleans confection company.
My email:
Posted by: Deirdre Gale | 19 October 2013 at 07:59 PM
This is too fun! Thanks for this opportunity to try to win SUCH a beautiful gift!
Posted by: Minnie Anderson | 19 October 2013 at 04:37 PM
We had macarons last Thanksgiving at a lake house in Slidell. Delicious. Love Sucre'!
Posted by: Claire | 18 October 2013 at 08:01 PM
I have never tried them but wanted to for a long time! I am most excited to try the salted caramel variety
Posted by: D Schmidt | 18 October 2013 at 06:39 PM
I'm a sucker for macarons! But they're so challenging to make.
Posted by: rachel | 18 October 2013 at 01:47 PM
Suz, another friend of mine lives in NO told me about Sucre'. I've been thinking about placing an order, just haven't done it yet. Would love to win free samples!!! Hope you are doing well.
Posted by: Betty J Schaub | 18 October 2013 at 01:29 PM
Rosanne Crocker [email protected]
Posted by: Rosanne crocker | 18 October 2013 at 01:12 PM
I would love to try the macarons
dlatany at gmail dot com
Posted by: latanya | 18 October 2013 at 04:26 AM
These look delicious!
-Kt
[email protected]
Posted by: Kt Baldassaro | 17 October 2013 at 08:55 PM
ooh yes please!!
Posted by: Karen | 17 October 2013 at 08:07 PM
Sucré, please send a long-lost Cajun girl some New Orleans macarons out here in LA. Bisous!
Posted by: Heather St. Marie | 17 October 2013 at 07:32 PM
YUM
Susan Christy
myfoxypup(at)gmail(dot)com
Posted by: Susan Christy | 17 October 2013 at 06:02 PM
Who wouldn't want to open the door to a macaroon collection. Hello. May I take you coat? Merci.
Love,
Shalagh
Posted by: Shalagh Hogan | 17 October 2013 at 04:51 PM
So inspiring when a company makes things taste amazing and also look so appealing, the cookies and the packaging. Great job! Thanks for your generosity, Suzanne!
Posted by: Carolann | 17 October 2013 at 11:35 AM
These are beautiful! And I bet delicious. I checked out their King Cake and will order one for me and one for Mark!
I love your blog!!
But, I love you more!!
Posted by: Gay | 17 October 2013 at 08:06 AM