Did you know that T.G.I. Fridays Santa Fe Chopped Salad has 1,800 calories!!

What is ironic is they probably eat well in every other area of their diet, they are the ones who are careful about portion sizes and what they are feeding their families.  They do their best to eat the right amount of things, to choose the right foods and to make smart food choices.  Their logic is just flawed when they choose to ignore the dressing they pour on their food.

The truth is that salad dressing is an awesome addition to a salad.  Adding flavor and changing up what may be a ho-hum sort of side or meal into something full of flavor.  But when we are trying to eat healthy it can get in the way.

You can change the way you are dressing your salad.  Instead of pouring on (too much) of a regular salad dressing, which can have over 100 calories in a serving, you can Mist your salad and save many calories.  Each serving is less than 5 calories.  For the over user of dressing, they can still spray each level of the salad and save themselves at least 80 calories.

The other great thing about choosing Gourme Mist, instead of a typical pourable dressing, is being able to have a travel size that can go with you to your favorite lunch spot or family dinner destination.  Now the choice to get a salad can be made confidently knowing that it really is the healthiest option when you Mist it.

If you want to ditch the pourable dressing and start saving calories, you will want to order now!

But there’s no reason to be in this rut.  You have to start sometime.  You have to make a choice, pick a date and start making a change.  Because one day may too late.  You may start dealing with health issues because you didn’t start NOW.

Many people advise when you are making a change to set a date.  Look at your day planner, circle a day.  And start.   And that’s part of our advice.  Only we want you to open your day planner, open it to this week, and circle TODAY.  TODAY you will do better.  Today you will make healthier choices and practice health control.  Today you will make one change, and tomorrow another, and eventually you will make enough changes where your new changes are just your new way of life!

The Weight Watchers website has a list of 7 key steps to losing weight.  We especially love the one that points out how important it is to follow through with your goals.  Set a goal, set a date, and work hard.

We hope you are all motivated to make a change, because it doesn’t need to start on a monday, or the first of the month, or on a birthday,or a new year.  It just needs to start today.

And since we are hopefully motivating you to making changes today we want to encourage you to take advantage of this two day special where you can get a starter kit of Gourme Mist for HALF of the normal price (which was already an amazing deal!).  Just use the code channel7.  Normally the kits are $19.98, but for the next 2 days we’re having a promotion where you can get it for $9.98.  So now is the time to stock up, or buy one as a gift for someone, or just take advantage of an awesome price.  It’s just for two days so don’t wait to order!!

Order your Starter Kit of Gourme Mist!  Code: channel7

There’s really no faster way to ruin a good salad then to pour heavy dressing over it. Or to pour a careful mix of olive oil and balsamic vinegar only to find out that it still turned your crispy greens into an indescribable mush.

Now I know that this problem could be easily solved by simply picking up one of those salad spritzers that we have all seen on grocery stores shelves - after all, I have not been living under a rock these past few years. But here’s the deal: how many of those can claim to be made with 100% organic extra virgin olive oil or barrel aged Modena balsamic vinegar? Gourmè Mist can.

Pump the bottle, press the nozzle and a fine mist coats your greens with the just right amount of oil or vinegar. Of course, making the perfect dressing is only one way of enjoying Gourmè Mist. Non-aerosol and free of chemical propellants, it’s also an environmentally friendly alternative to cooking sprays. And needless to say, it’s much better for you!

Try their Balsamic Vinegar + Pomegranate or their Balsamic Vinegar + Raspberry - the sweet and tangy taste of these antioxidant-packed fruits will transform even the most ordinary of salads into a culinary experience.

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Labor Day weekend fun with Gourmé Mist Olive Oil!

We all know that olive oil has many health benefits and has been known to keep your immune system in top shape but did you know there are many other clever ways to make use of this wonderful ingredient? There are tons of nutritious recipes using olive oil as their healthy compliment, but here at Gourmé Mist, we have discovered several unique ways to add olive oil to your beauty regime.

Olive oil skin care is a natural way to pursue healthy, radiant skin.

Keep your skin hydrated and moisturized by mixing 2 parts Gourmé Mist olive oil, 1 part lavender oil. It is great for your skin, fights wrinkles, and the fragrance is calming. Store your mixture in the refrigerator to keep from getting rancid between uses.

Olive Oil Bath Treatment

Take a relaxing bath, add a couple tablespoons of Gourmé Mist olive oil, and indulge! Afterwards, dry off and take a step further by rubbing a drop of olive oil into trouble areas like knees, elbows, feet, and cuticles. The skin will regain its natural oil balance.

Soft Silky Leave-in Hair Conditioner

We have found that pricey hair moisturizing masks can’t compete with the benefits of olive oil. Spray a generous amount Gourmé Mist olive oil into a small bowl. Microwave the bowl of olive oil for 10 to 15 seconds. Next, spread olive oil evenly through through the hair from root to end. Let hair condition for approximately 20 minutes. Hop in the shower, shampoo, rinse and enjoy softer, healthier hair!

Home Made Night Cream

Mix 2 spritz of Gourmé Mist olive oil with one part vinegar to make a homemade night cream. The olive oil will soften and moisturize while the vinegar will lighten skin discoloration and exfoliate.

Hand Exfoliant

A great way to exfoliate hands and feet is to mix sugar and Gourmé Mist olive oil. Rub the mixture in a circular motion for several minutes and wash off.

Stubble free with Olive Oil

Find yourself out of shaving cream? Olive oil makes a great substitute! Because it is a natural lubricant, the razor will simply glide over the skin. Over time you may even notice your hair growing at a slower pace and often much less irritating razor burn.

These tips should give your skin a natural healthy glow, and now here are a recipe to use any Gourmé Mist olive oil you have to spare!

Olive Oil Cake:

1-cup fresh orange juice

1-teaspoon fine salt

3 large eggs, room temperature

1 1/4 cups whole milk

2 cups sugar

1/4 cup orange liqueur, rum, brandy or whisky

1 1/2 cups Gourmé Mist extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for oiling pans

1 tablespoon lemon zest

2 teaspoons anise seed

2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves, divided

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2-teaspoon baking soda

1/2-teaspoon baking powder

6 tablespoons lemon or orange marmalade

2 fresh rosemary sprigs, for garnish

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Oil 2 (10-inch) round cake pans.

In a nonreactive saucepan, reduce the orange juice over medium heat to 1/4 cup. Add salt, stir, and let cool.

Lightly beat eggs with paddle attachment in standing mixer on high for 1 minute until frothy. Add milk, sugar, liqueur, Gourmé Mist olive oil, reduced orange juice, lemon zest, anise and 1 teaspoon rosemary. Mix for 1 minute until well blended. Mix in the flour, baking soda and baking powder until well blended and smooth.

Pour half of the mixture into each oiled cake pan. Bake for 1 hour. Place on a rack to cool. Run a knife around the edges and place it on a plate. While the cake is still warm, smooth 3 tablespoons of marmalade onto the top of each cake. Sprinkle remaining 1 teaspoon rosemary evenly over both cakes. Garnish center with rosemary sprig. Cut each cake into wedges and serve.

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/michael-chiarello/olive-oil-cake-recipe/index.html

This refreshing meal is nutritious and simple to prepare!

“Motivation doesn’t last. Neither does bathing, that is why we recommend it daily.”

Coral Springs, FL - January 5th, 2009 Gourmè Mist TM is gaining distribution rapidly in the Northeast and the Midwest and is now kicking off 2009 in the West Coast to introduce the innovative product for the first time at the NASFT 2009 Winter Fancy Food Show on Jan 18-20 in San Francisco, CA.

The innovative non-aerosol oil and vinegar mister has gained shelf placement in 750 grocery stores across the Midwest and Northeast in just 6 months since the initial launch at the 2008 Summer Fancy Food Show. Gourmè Mist TM also made a huge hit at the 2008 Natural Products Expo East, becoming the proud winner of the “Best Packaging Award” and a top 5 finalist for the “Most Innovative Product.”

Healthy And ‘Green’

Gourmè MistTM receives a “thumbs up” from dieticians and weight-loss centers and has jumped into the latest trend of “GREEN” products gaining popularity. With an overwhelming need to control calorie intake while still eating nutrient-rich diets, Gourmè Mist offers the perfect solution of portion control with the added health benefits of all natural oils and vinegars. “These misters are a great addition to healthy eating,” comments Shara Aaron, nutritionist. In fact, weight control centers nationwide have already discovered the benefits of Gourmè Mist to help their clients lose weight.

In addition to the health advantages, Gourmè Mist comes in an environmentally friendly dispenser that contains no additives or chemical propellants. The package can be recycled, making it better for you, your family and the planet. You can also choose 100% USDA certified organic varieties. Varieties include organic extra virgin olive oil, organic canola oil, natural extra virgin olive oil, Barrel Aged Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, Balsamic Vinegar of Modena infused with pomegranate, and Balsamic Vinegar of Modena infused with raspberry.

The Company and The Creators

Simona Bunin and Sherene Costanzo, creators of Gourmè MistTM, are also grabbing attention amid the latest frenzy of young entrepreneurs. These two young business women followed their dream after selling their first small finance business just in time to escape the crumbling finance world, and are now on the road to BIG success. The idea of Gourmè MistTM was born after the girls recognized a need for a non-aerosol, natural spray bottle, filled with fine oils and vinegars for cooking or topping foods. The girls say that one of the biggest challenges they face is keeping the growth under control so the company can support it financially. In efforts to support the brisk growth, the company is taking on an Operations Manager for 2009 to manage all company logistics. This addition to the Gourmè MistTM team will allow the girls to concentrate more on strategic planning for healthy growth, along with brand awareness and consumer education of Gourmè MistTM.

For more information visit www.gourmemist.com

Gourmé Mist wins Best Packaging for New Products Showcase Awards

On the second week of October, Gourmé Mist attended their first natural Products Expo at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. With over 2,100 exhibits, Gourmé Mist soared above the competition strong and victorious as an award winner of the New Product Showcase Award for Best Packaging. This was no easy task, as this was the 24th Annual gathering of the East Coast’s largest natural and organic products tradeshow. The attendance was absolutely outstanding with 26,000 industry professional showcasing the natural oraganic, and healthy trends of tomorrow.

Gourmé Mist was there with their two creators, Simona Bunin and Sherene Costanzo getting everyone pumped up about their new affordable healthy, lifestyle accessory. Show manager for the Natural Products Expo East, Erica Stone, has said” Boston has proven to be a fantastic city for this show and our clients. We were especially pleased to provide our exhibitors the opportunity to meet with new retailers in the northeast region and were looking to grow this audience even further in the coming years.” Boston will once again hold the Natural Products Expo East in September 2009.

Gourmé Mist who is such a new company and has only been involved in a few product tradeshows, is taking the nation by storm. With their six organic and natural flavors of Oil and Balsamic Vinegar, it is the perfect accessory for any household. For the corporate travel executive Gourmé Mist offers their new travel size misters. We all know how hard it is to eat healthy when you are always on the go, and Gourmé mist is the key to a great new healthy lifestyle

For more ordering information please visit http://www.gourmémist.com

And be sure to watch for us in your local grocery store!!!