Monday, December 29, 2008

Yet another celebration on the horizon - New Year's Eve. What an exciting year 2008 was with the election consuming all of us. What a frightening year 2008 was economically. What hope we all have for 2009 and our country's "Yes, we can" mantra. Hope is good. We'll celebrate "hope" on New Year's Eve.

You won't, however, have much of a celebration if you don't stock up with food and wine. Check your bar for win, beer, and champage. Check your pantry for cheese, nuts, chips, chocolates, cookies, etc. And, if you're out, come in and restock.

Don't forget that you've got football game-watching on the horizon-better buy even more snacks and nuts so you don't have to run to the Quik Pik at halftime!

Sunday, December 28, 2008

We're still in the process of cleaning up and slashing prices on holiday goods. Come and take advantage of us.

We've had so many folks glad to be back on a somewhat normal schedule, back for lunch in the Cafe, an unhurried dinner, or a martini at the bar.

We've all had our lives temporarily interupted for the holiday season. This it he week to recoup and look back on 2008 and make wishes for 2009.

Don't forget to restock your pantry and freezer and resupply yourself with coffee and tea. Bet you're out of grits and jelly, too!

Saturday, December 27, 2008

Drumroll please...

The Raffle winners are:

Circus Letter: Raleigh:

Wilmington:

Charlotte:

Welcome back. Looks like we all lived through yet another Christmas. We do so hope yours was the best ever. Ours rocked!

Ookay, so what you want to hear from us is what's on sale. Right? We'll start marking down, cleaning up and gathering ourselves this morning so come on over and see what progress we've made.

All holiday merchandise will be on sale.

READER REWARD:

An extra 10% off sale items.

Expires 12.29.08

No rain checks.

Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Last day of Shopping! We close today at 3:00 so that our employees can get home to their families.

We wish you a joyful holiday and thank you for choosing to dine and shop at Nofo.

If you've been practicing "being joyful" with us for the last 54 days, we hope you've acquired the "habit" by now. We've been surprised at just how easy it is to find joy if you're looking for it.

Reminder: Kwanza begins December 26

Nofo will be closed December 25 & 26. We reopen at 10:00 on Saturday, December 27.

Tuesday, December 23, 2008

Oh, my! Only 1 1/2 more days to shop.

Note: Nofo closes at 3:00 on the 24th.

Along with you, the Nofo staff's been practicing joy since November 1. We've discussed what we've learned and have decided the two most important lessons are:

... we are the source of our own joy

...we only need to be open to joy to find it.

And, yes, a third lesson:

...sometimes if you just act joyful, you turn out to actually be joyful

This two month joyful attitude adjustment has been helful for us and we hope you've found some joy yourself!

Deadline: Deadline for Joy of NOT Cooking New Year's food is today.

Monday, December 22, 2008

Happy Hanukkah!!

Only 3 more shopping days...

choose nofo...choose joy

Think about what joy looks like to you: your

daughter's face, your Mom in her apron, your car clean and polished.

Go! Take a look!

You've bought everyone for else's Christmas. How about your own home?

Do you have coffee, tea, jelly, Bloody Mary mix, wine, an Edwards ham, grits, a Christmas morning coffee cake, Moravian cookies, champagne, napkins, a black wax cheddar, a Caroline's Cake, Christmas crakers for your table, favors for your guests.

It's not too late! don't be a feard...we're still stocked and open!

Sunday, December 21, 2008

Only 4 Shopping Days Left...

choose nofo...choose joy

Think about what joy tastes like to you: a

chocolate cake, shrimp and grits, ice cream. Go!

Get a mouth full!

Think ahead. Be prepared with a few Nofo gift cards for those "I forgot to get" or "Who'd have thought they'd give me a gift" moments.

Think stockings, too. A Nofo gift card is great for almost anyone, and it's good in the cafe as well as the store. Unisex, uni-age, politically correct, they're just a safe thing to have on hand.

Saturday, December 20, 2008

Only 5 Shopping Days Left...

choose nofo...choose joy

Think about what joy smells like to you: the
Christmas tree, a wood fire. Go! Get a snout full!

Nofo has several library-den must haves. There's the leather Thesaurus and Webster's dictionary in brown, pink or red that no home should be without.

And we have looks-like-leather, gold embossed books and storage boxes for you to fill. Choose: Novel In Progress, Awards & Press Clippings, Letters, Family Records, Important Documents, or Family History.

READER REWARD:

10% off Thesaurus and Dictionary

Expires 12.22.08

No rain checks.

Friday, December 19, 2008

Only 6 shopping days left until Christmas...

choose nofo...choose joy

Think about Christmases past and the joy you felt.
Make this Christmas that joyful.

You just can't have Christmas without the red and green Christmas shaped cookies from Moravian Cookies. We Tarheels have had them in our homes every holiday of our lives. They tried to not color them this season and leave them natural. But folks like us put up such a fuss that they made some in spite of themselves.

We also carry the traditional tubes in spice and sugar. We think they're the ideal gift for a family and a great out-of-state present. And don't forget to add the tiny tubes to your stockings.

Thursday, December 18, 2008

Tick...tock...

Only 7 Shopping Days Left...

choose nofo...choose joy

Enjoy yourself just as you are.

We have very affordable wine at Nofo and folks who know what they're drinking! If wine's what you want to give this season, we can help you choose it and we'll wrap it up for you.

You may want to tie on a wine stopper or opener, tie a truffle on the bottle's neck, or add the wine whist or the Vinturi to the gift.

Whether it's wine for your party, a case gift, or a single bottle, we'll help you choose it and wrap it up.

@ the pig...

Wine tasting and light foods at The Balcony @ the pig tonight from 5:00-7:00. No charge.

Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Tick...Tock...
Only 8 Shopping Days Left...

choose nofo...choose joy

Have a party.

Celebrate the joy you feel.

A gift doesn't have to be big to pack a punch. It just needs to be interesting. A little something for Secret Santa or for someone's desk might be: Christmas pretzels with a reindeer on top, A pocket buddha, cello of Carolina Toffee, a small box of Peche or Godiva chocolates, a Headtrip, Reindeer noses, or a tote of nuts.

Come in and let us help you find the perfect little thing. We have at least 50 to choose from, and making little things look like a lot is one of the things we do best!

Deadline: Orders for Joy of NOT Cooking orders for Christmas food is today.

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Tick...Tock...

Only 9 Shopping Days Left...

choose nofo...choose joy

Share your joy. Hug someone.

Practical gifts are many times the perfect gift and food from Nofo's freezer is always welcome.

Caroline's chocolate, coconut and caramel cakes in their distinctive red tins, Simply the Best Cakes pound cakes, Mindy's Tomato Pie, Callies Biscuits, My Grandma's coffee cakes, Mamie's cheese wafers and Toffee Pudding are all easy-to-give and ready-to-eat gifts.

Or, put together a basket of Nofo's frozen casseroles, pot pies, etc. to help with supper during the business of December. A truly thoughtful gift.

Monday, December 15, 2008

Tick...Tock...Time Flies!

Only 10 Shopping Days Left...

choose nofo...choose joy

Think about who brings you joy.

Thank them.

Nothing's more comfortable than cotton and nothing's prettier than a Thea gown. These simple, white nightgowns are a staple in a gal's night-night wardrobe. Give a girl you love a fresh Thea for Christmas.

New at Nofo this season are P.jamas. With classic styling and a traditional cut, these comfy pjs are a treat.

We have Thea gowns for young girls. A perfect mother-daughter gift. Go ahead, splurge by adding a matching pair of Merry Janes!

Sunday, December 14, 2008

Tick, Tock...

11 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

choose nofo...choose joy

Think about what brings you joy.

Go do it!

We can help you put together a basket, box, or tote of your choice. Nofo's baskets are extra special because you can choose from everything we have to offer.

You can include books, candles, napkins and such in a basket with food products and wine. And because we carry different sizes of special products, you can control the price point of the gift.

Come in, or phone us and we'll happily help you put your gift together.

Saturday, December 13, 2008

Tick...Tock...

12 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

choose nofo...choose joy

Do something nice for someone anonymously.

Feel the joy!

Almost everyone enjoys chocolate, so its a no-brainer gift for the "I have no idea what to give" person on your list.

Nofo has fine chocolate from Neuhaus, Godiva, Joseph Schmidt and Moonstruck. These well known chocolatiers sell their candy worldwide.

We carry very fine chocolates from Tarheel chocolatiers that are superb. Bliss is made in the North Carolina mountains. Azurelise and WR chocolates are made in Raleigh. They are delivered to us very fresh each week by these talented chocolatiers and you'll be proud to present them by the box or by the piece.

@ the pig...

Our favorite Christmas carolers from Goldsboro will wander the Five Points sidewalks and entertain us in the Cafe. 11:00-2:00 @ the pig.

READER REWARD:

15% off boxed Godiva, Azurelise, Peche and WR chocolates.

Expires 12.14.08

No rain checks.

Friday, December 12, 2008

Tick...Tock...

13 Shopping days Left Until Christmas...

choose nofo...choose joy

Make being joyful a priority.

Help with the housework is sometimes the first budget cut a Nofolk makes. Encourage help from everyone at home by supplying the necessary cleaning tools to even the youngest members of the household.

We've brooms, mops, dusters, hokeys, ironing boards, irons and such for the litle folks in your life. Good help may be easy to find after all.

READER REWARD:

10% off tins of Hubs Peanuts

expires 12.14.08

No rain checks.

Thursday, December 11, 2008

Tick...Tock...

14 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

choose nofo...choose joy

When you're full of joy, you're full of life.

Lilly's Maple Bitter

Nancy Foss' grandmother made maple butter in the 20s to help support her fourteen children! Nancy has decided to share her Memere's Maple Butter with us and has bottled it.

It's delicious on toast, pancakes, in oatmeal and makes a great gift for Christmas morning breakfast.

@ the pig...

Wine tasting with hor doervers at The Balcony @ the pig 5:00-7:00, no charge.

READER REWARD:

15% off Lilly's Maple Butter

expires 12.13.08

No rain checks

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Tick...Tock...

15 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

choose nofo...choose joy

Joy brings lilt to the lungs!

Blessing Bowls:

These bowls full of messages are the ideal grandparent, teacher, coach, or retirement gift. The keepsake bowl is presented in a box with blank notes on which you write a personal message to the recipient.

It's a grand way to tell someone just how much they mean to you, and we think it's our best "group" gift!

READER REWARD:

15% off tree ornaments

Expires 12.12.08

No rain checks

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

16 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

choose nofo...choose joy

Wish for joy for everyone.

Diffusers are confusing to some folks - a new concept of dispensing scent, with no flame or spray nozzle.

With diffusers, the scent is concentrated in the oil and is absorbed by the reeds and released into the room. To refresh the scent, you simply turn the reeds over.

Think about all the places where a flame is unwelcome - like a nursing home or hospital or dorm room. A diffuser, which continues to release scent, is perfect in these situations.

For the holidays, Seda Holiday and Thymes Frazier Fir will make any room smell like Christmas without lighting a match.

READER REWARD:

15% off Seda diffusers

Expires 12.11.08.

No rain checks.

Monday, December 8, 2008

17 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

choose nofo...choose joy

Don't delay joy. Be joyful now!

Who'd have thought that the world's largest Gummy Bear would have originated in Raleigh, North Carolina? Well, it comes from the Tarheel State. Oh, my!

We have this enormous, lovable, edible, almost 4-pound bear in cherry red and apple green for the holidays

Sunday, December 7, 2008

18 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

choose nofo...choose joy

Joy puts sparkle in your eyes!

Nofo has the happiest buddha lamps and banks. These pleasant, cheery buddhas are a great gift to remind folks to search for peace and harmony in their lives.

They'll cheer you right up, even if you're not on a hunt for serenity. They're just so darn cute! We have tiny pocket buddhas and golden buddha ornaments for the tree too.

Don't miss our lighted peace sign tree topper and the PEACE soap.

READER REWARD:

10 % off tinsel Christmas trees.

Expires 12.09.08.

No rain checks.

Saturday, December 6, 2008

19 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas

choose nofo...choose joy

Think joyful thoughts!

There's so much to see at Nofo. Did you notice the beautiful Ingle glass fruit and vegetable ornaments?

We know someone who decorates a tree in her dining room

Friday, December 5, 2008

20 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

Brightly colored kimonoas from Sophie Golightly are so feminine and pretty. With traditional flowing sleeves and wrap around styling, these kimonas are perfect for the pretty ladies in your life.

@ the pig...

Santa's coming to Nofo @ the pig tomorrow from 11:00-2:00!

READER REWARD:

15% off Sophie Golightly kimona

Expires 12.07.08

No rain checks.

Reminder: We put baskets together for businesses every day. Call or come in, and we'll help you design a basket you'll be proud to present.

Thursday, December 4, 2008

21 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

choose nofo...choose joy

Don't look for joy around the corner.

Look for it here and now.

Knobstoppers

This clever company has taken old glass and metal doorknobs and fashioned them into wine bottles

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

22 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

choose nofo...choose joy

Joy is priceless.

Take as much as you need.

Paper, Placemats & Fringe

You can easily set a holiday table without pluggin in your iron. Nofo has two styles of disposable paper placemats for no-fuss entertaining or for your family supper table.

These placemat sets make great "family" gifts. Add Christmas crackers for even more fun.

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

23 Shopping Left Days Until Christmas...

choose nofo...choose joy

Enjoy your friends and family.

Our collection of "leather" bound albums each hold 100 4x6 photographs and are perfect for the coffee table or the bookshelf. Choose from titles such as Our Grandchildren, Pious Friends & Drunken Companions, Family Vacation, Golf Outings, All About Me, etc.

And ONLY at Nofo, photo albums for Figure Eight, Wrightsville Beach, Morehead City, Atlantic Beach, On The Slopes and In The Mountains. Perfect for folks with a vacation home.

Reminder: We have products that you need to order early if you want to receive them in time for Christmas. Check your list. Are you planning to order:

Personal Stationary Stamps

Vietri & Caffes china

Slip. lamps

A Lighted Circus Letter

Madame Alexander Storybook Dolls

Merry Jane Slippers

READER REWARD:

15% off Bishop photo albums.

Expires 12.04.08

No rain checks.

Monday, December 1, 2008

24 Shopping Days Until Christmas...

choose nofo...choose joy

Be open. Joy can sneak up on you at

the strangest times and from unexpected places.

Dreary to Cheery

This winter, put away those dull, dreary black and brown accessories. Replace them with shiny patent items in lipstick red, luminous blue, kelly green, sunshine yellow, purple, or a green-blue-purple tartan plaid.

Brighten up your attitude as well as your wardrobe with totes, purses, clutches, or hobo bags in this season's strong colors and updated styles.

We've passport covers, wallets, travel clocks, tassel key rings and such to match. So, some in and have fun deciding which of the new colors will change your wardrobe and make your outlook ever so much cheerier.

@ the pig...

Santa's coming Saturday, 11:00am-2:00pm @ the pig. Stay for hot chocolate and cookies.

Free wine tasting Thursday @ the pig, 5:00-7:00pm

READER REWARD:

10% off all purses, pocketbooks and totes.

Expires 12.02.08

No rain checks.

Sunday, November 30, 2008

...25 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

It's really hard to believe that tomorrow is December 1, and we're beginning to really count down the days. Don't forget to get out your Advent Calendar or your Elf tomorrow.

We have the best photo albums this year in the prettiest colors. Fill an album with photos and give a special person a memorable gift. Choose titles like Family Vacations, At the Beach, Our Children, and such.

And, only at Nofo, albums embossed with Figure 8, Wrightsville Beach, Morehead City, Atlantic Beach, In the Mountains, On the Slopes and more. The ideal gift for someone with that second home.

READER REWARD:

10% off Runaway Rabbit bunny slippers.

Expires December 2, 2008

choose nofo...choose joy

put the JOY back into the season...be MERRY!!

Saturday, November 29, 2008

...26 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

There's a lot of not-so-good collegiate product out ther. So UNC and NCSU fans will be pleased to see well executed cloth cocktail napkins and bar-tailgate towels sporting their school colors and logo.

Pair them up with NC peanuts wearing team wrappers, frost flex collegiate cups, or acryllic goblets and the recipient will certainly become your biggest fan.

@ the pig...

Come meet the Elf from Elf on a Shelf and have him sign your book. Refreshments, activities and stores read by Mary Hunter Martin are to be had also. Today, 9-10am, Nofo @ the Pig

READER REWARD:

10% off Nest Christmas candle.

Expires December 1, 2008

choose nofo...choose joy

sometimes the JOY is found in the details

Friday, November 28, 2008

Black Friday

...27 More Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

Come to Nofo and avoid those pesky crowds that are jamming the mall's parking lots and corridors and store aisles.

Traditionally, this is NOT a big day for us. It belongs to the discount stores and mall shops, and to folks who enjoy a shopping frenzy.

We're open, as usual, at the civil hour of 10:00 and we're ready to help you with your Christmas List. Our gift to you is the chance to shop peacefully and sanely and to earn a gift with every purchase!

READER REWARD:

10% off on a pair of felt slippers made just for you by Marcia Spencer.

Expires November 30, 2008

choose nofo...choose joy

find the JOY in little, everyday things

Thursday, November 27, 2008

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Nofo @ the Pig.....Cafe & Store Closed

Nofo@ the Forum....Cafe & Store Closed

Nofo on Liz........Cafe & Store Closed

On Thanksgiving Day we gather with our friends and family to share a meal and to give thanks for what we have. This year we are simply thankful for what we have left!!

The Nofo family wishes your family a joyful Thanksgiving Day.

choose nofo...choose joy

open your heart & let in the JOY!

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

...29 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

If you have guests for Thanksgiving weekend, then you've a bunch of meals to plan for. Why not bring your guests to Nofo for lunch, brunch or dinner?

Or make it easy on yourself by picking up food from the deli, the Joy of NOT Cooking or frozen food from our freezer case. You have to have a Caroline's Cake, My Grandma's Coffee Cake, Sticky Toffee Pudding and Ginny O's Cheesecake at least.

Don't forget your Edward's ham (and call early enough to have it sliced.) You'll not make it through the weekend without grits and coffee either, so stock up today.

READER REWARD:

10% off The Thymes products

Expires November 28, 2009

** NOT valid for Frazier Fir **

choose nofo...choose joy

expect JOY and it will come

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

...30 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

We think it's so gracious to give a favor to your dinner guests and nothing's better than chocolate. Whether its presented at each place setting or is arranged on a tray and passed, chocolates are a treat for everyone.

Nofo has chocolates from Bliss, Azurelise, Godiva, Moonstruck, Neuhouse, Joseph Schmidt, et al. Choose a foil turkey for Thanksgiving or an individual piece presented in its own cello and bowed.

READER REWARD:

10% off Pine Cone Hill pajamas

Expires November 27, 2008

Monday, November 24, 2008

...31 More Shopping Days Until Christmas...

Emerson Quillin whiled away his childood in his mother's Kentucky beauty salon.He emerged as an adult with these whimsical cartoon images in his head.

Emerson has now placed these charming, funny ladies on wine and martini glasses and added his famous script. These tall, colorful glasses are boxed and ready to bring a laugh to a gal on your list.

Or, if this wine drinking doesn't have our giant wine goblet that hold and entire bottle of wine, this may be the perfect present.

@ the pig...

Come meet the Elf from Elf on a Shelf. Listen to stories read by Mary Hunter Martin, Saturday, Nov. 29 9-10am @ the Pig.

READER REWARD:

** Two Days Only!! **

10% off on Fazier Fir Products

Expires November 25, 2008

Sunday, November 23, 2008

...32 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

Darling Mummy and Mamaism's tee shirts are so hip. They're soft, comfortable, and ever so savvy. They're our favorite gift for young moms. They subtly say things like "Look both ways", "Don't be trashy", "Mind your manners", or "Don't mess with Mommy".

ALl these girls are Southern, and the creaters of Mamaisms are from Wilmington.

@ the pig...

Five Points Open House 1:00-5:00

Book Signing 1-5pm. Excellend Courses, the new Ravenscroft Cookbook. @ the Pig.

READER REWARD:

15% off Lodis wallets for three days only.

Expires November 25, 2008

choose nofo...choose joy

make being joyful a habit

Saturday, November 22, 2008

...34 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

"Made for a king. Fit for a prince." A customer told us about a line of men and boys boxers called Royal Highnies. We looked them up online and thought the design good and found their rhetoric very clever.

When we called the nice folks at Royal Highnies, they insisted on sending up several pair to try. We chose two men we know with very discriminating taste and asked them to test them for us. The results were: "man, these rock. Where do I get more" and "Whatever 400 count pima cotton means, it's terrific." "Most comfortable boxers I've ever put on."

Nofo's happy to carry Royal Highnies for ages two to one hundred. We think they make a fantastic father/son Christmas gift. And, in the words of Royal Highnies, these boxers are "the perfect home for the family jewels"!

@ the pig...

Meet local chocolatier, Reginald Savage, Azurelise and taste his scrumptious chocolates. Today from 11-2 @ the Pig.

READER REWARD:

**TWO DAYS ONLY!!**

10% off Royal Highnies

Expires November 26, 2008

choose nofo...choose joy

GET PUMPED UP WITH JOY!

Friday, November 21, 2008

...34 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

Nofo's known for it's aprons. No one has more styles than we. Whether it's the traditional chef's apron or the frilly hostess apron you're looking for, we bet you'll find it at Nofo.

We also carry the most beautiful handmade chef coats in red, blue, green or yellow seersucker with real frog buttons. What an elegant gift for the cook in your life. Made in North Carolina.

@ the pig...

Make plans to attend the Five Points Open House on Sunday, November 23 from 1-5pm

READER REWARD:

10% off Godiva chocolates

Expires November 23, 2008

choose nofo...choose joy

SPREAD JOY WHEREVER YOU GO

Thursday, November 20, 2008

...36 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

This fall, actress and author Joan Bissett, published her first children's book, Tickle Monster. And, it's already on it's way to becoming a lovable classic.

For Christmas, Joan's introduced the Tickle Monster Mitt to wear while reading the story. This fluffy blue mitt has poke-through finger holes for tickling and turning the book's pages.

No grandparent should be without this magical book and mitt. It'll create giggly, squirmy, sqealy fun time, everytime!

@ the pig...

Make plans to attend the Azurelise tasting on Saturday 11-2 @ the pig.

CAUTION: Thanksgiving is a week away! Do you need food, napkins, decorations, favors, hostess gifts, etc.? Don't wait until it's all gone!

READER REWARD:

10% off Salem Baking Company's Cookies. Three days only.

Expires November 22, 2008

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

36 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas.....

Nofolks remember the adult shorts and children's dressed we used to carry from Sandra Crawford Drennen. For years she stitched up her vintage fabric creations on the Outer Banks.

She's moved inland now and changed creative gears. Working with blown-up, postcards from the 20s-40s, Sandra's producing framed artwork and cylinder lamps.

Choose from her bathing beauties, flower and bird prints, in-up girls and beach scenes and make someone on your list very happy.

**Deadline for ordering Thanksgiving food is TODAY! **

READER REWARD:

20% off beautiful bottles of bubble bath from Get Fresh.

Choose New York, Kyoto, Positano and Paris.

Expires November 26, 2008

choose nofo...choose joy

DECLARE JOY TO THE WORLD

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

37 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas.....

Nofo's known for it's Bloody mary's. We win Best Bloody, Best Eggs Benedict, and Best Brunch awards yearly.

We sell our housemade Bloody Mary Mix from our cooler and we do a Bloody Basket that contains the mix, dilly beans, and cheese straws. We leave room for you to add the vodka.

Either the basket or the bottle make a unique gift. Order yours today!

READER REWARD:

***Two Days Only!! ***

10% off Bloody Mary by the bottle or the basket.

Expires November 19, 2008

choose nofo...choose joy

FIND THE JOY YOU HAD AS A CHILD

Monday, November 17, 2008

38 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

A jar of jelly is so nice to get as a gift. Quality jams, preseves and jellies are just nice to have on hand.

We've two Nofo jellies that are particularly good this time of year: Merry Berry and our Crandberry-Orange Marmalade. They're all wrapped up and ready to give!

READER REWARD:

10% off on Tea Forte products. Expires November 19, 2008

choose nofo...choose joy

JOY PUTS A SPRING IN YOUR STEP!

Sunday, November 16, 2008

39 More Shopping Days Until Christmas.....

Peche chocolates are known throughout the world for their supurb quality. Peche de chocolat has won many international awards, is 100% natural, and boasts no preservatives, wax or genetically modified ingredients. Folks always recognize their distinctive foil wrapping.

Laura Antonelli imports Peche, and we've commissioned her to create a box of Peche just for us. We think it's the perfect hostess gift for the holidays.

READER REWARD:

25% off on our chandeliers. Expires November 22, 2008

** Don't Forget...

...Order your Thanksgiving food by 11/19 deadline!

choose nofo...choose joy

LAUGH. SHARE YOUR JOY

Saturday, November 15, 2008

40 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

Madam Alexander's made soft dolls this year. We've Raggedy Ann and Andy, Eloise, Madeline, Strawberry Shortcake, Fancy Nancy and a friend. They are beautifully made and will bring such joy to a little girl. Andy's great for little boys.

She also has a new storybook Fancy Nancy, Eloise, Madeline and Strawberry Shortcake. We can order any of Madame Alexander's dolls for you, so let us know what you need.

@ the pig...

Come meet Carolyn Johnson and taste McNutty's Chutney from 11:00-2:00 @ the pig. It's her grandmother's amazing recipe.

READER REWARD:

ORDER ONLY!! Madam Alexander storybook doll from her catalogue before November 17, 2008 and receive a 15% discount. Expires on November 20, 2008.

Friday, November 14, 2008

41 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

We assume you've noticed that our Christmas trees, ornaments, decorations, and tabletop holiday product are out! What a merry mix of retro, traditional, deco and mod we have this year. Perfect for starting anew, starting over, or adding to what you have in the attic.

@ the pig...

Make plans to come to the pig on Saturday for a chutney tasting.

READER REWARD:

Bring this in for 10% off any Gund plush animal. Expires November 16, 2008.

Thursday, November 13, 2008

42 More Shopping Days Until Christmas...

Kimberly Ridge, from Raleigh, is the artist behind Paper Chic, and what a talent she is!

Kimberly collects old paper dolls and vintage papers and cleverly puts them together to make the most amazing collages. Perfect for babies and young children's rooms, budding teenage fashionistas, and all clothesaholics, her work is well executed and endearing.

An original Kimberly Ridge may be the perfect present for someone on your list.

@ the pig...

Wine tasting tonight from 5:00-7:00pm on the Balcony @ the pig. Wine and food...no charge.

READER REWARD:

Bring this in and try one of Nofo's jellies or preserves at 10% off. Expires November 15, 2008.

Wednesday, November 12, 2008

43 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

Are you familiar with Automoblox? They're our most favorite toy for young boys. Great for imaginative play, these well designed cars can be taken apart and rebuilt.

When you have more than one, you can redesign them all by mixing wheels, people, canopies, etc to suit youself. These wheels bring squeals!

@ the pig...

Make plans to attend the wine tasting in the Balcony @ the pig tomorrow from 5:00-7:00pm. Food...wine...NO CHARGE.

READER REWARD:

10% off on Goodness Gracies products through November 14, 2008

choose nofo...choose joy

SMILE. SHOW YOUR JOY.

Tuesday, November 11, 2008 - Veteran's Day

44 More Shopping Days Until Christmas...

Did you know there's an organized group of folks who're trying to convince the president to put in a vegetable garden at the White House? Eleanor Roosevelt had, we thing, the last garden there. It was popular during World War II to have a Victory Garden and Mrs. Roosevelt supported the cause by growing one of her own.

Speaking of vegetables, have you seen our Veggie Kepers? They are plastic repicas of some of our most chopped and sliced veggies and are meant to keep any leftovers you have have moist and fresh. When you use these fakes, you can located leftovers much easier in the fridge.

Choose an onion, garlic, tomato, lemon or lime. Thy make great, useful gifts, too.

@ the pig...

Our Guest Host in the Cafe at Nofo @ the pig is the Wake County SPCA. 10% of our sales will be donated to this wonderful organization.

READER REWARD:

10% off Caffa's Christmas place setting china (plates, bowl, mugs) if ordered before

November 13, 2008.

(does not include tabletop or serving pieces)

choose nofo...choose joy

AWAKEN THE JOY INSIDE YOU.

Monday, November 10, 2008

45 More Shopping Days Until Christmas...

One of our "what will they think of next products" is poopouri. It's a spray that is spritzed into the toilet bowl before it is used, and it magically traps any unpleasant odors that may occur. Perfect for powder rooms, dorm rooms, shared bathrooms of any kind, there's even a travel version.

Royal Flush is for men. We'll avoid all the king-on-the-throne rhetoric and simply tell you that no man's castle, condo, or winnebago water closet should be without. Know someone who may need it?

READER REWARD:

Bring this in for 10% off cookbooks through November 12, 2008.

choose nofo...choose joy

ENJOY WHAT YOU DO.

Sunday, November 9, 2008

46 More Shopping Days Until Christmas...

Everyone needs a dictionary and a Thesaurus in their library, especially if they are as beautiful as ours from Graphic Images. We've both volumes in red, pink and brown leather.

These handsome reference books are the ideal gift for the graduate or someone's new office, den or library. They'll have no trouble the words the thank you!

READER REWARD:

10% off on a dictionary or thesaurus. Expires November 16, 2008.

choose nofo...choose joy

JOYFULNESS IS CONTAGIOUS

Saturday, November 8, 2008

47 Shopping Days Until Christmas...

Shoppers who try to only buy products that fit their belief system now have a name: LOHASIANS. It's a strange name we think, but it stands for a Lifestyles Of Heath and Sustainability. Forward thinking and socially conscious, these shoppers search for products that go beyond healthy.

According to denise Purcell, editor of Specialty Food Magazine, LOHASIANS want to buy from companies who they believe are protecting the environment, offering fair wages, driving sustainable practices and dedicating their efforts to social issues and charitable concerns.

When we're buying product, we look for these things, too. A perfect example of a company who fits these standards is Counter Culture Coffee. There's not a better coffee nor a more socially responsible company...and they're from North Carolina.

@ the pig...

Come meet Jill Tooley from North Carolina's Bliss Chocolates. She'll be tasting her heavenly candies.

Reader Reward:

10 % off a pound of coffee. Expires November 13, 2008.

choose nofo...choose joy

LIGHTEN UP. YOU'LL FIND THE JOY

Friday, November 7, 2008

48 Shopping Days Until Christmas...

Ask for a copy of the Joy of NOT Cooking. It's Nofo's holiday menu to go. Make it easy on yourself this season by letting Nofo prepare your feasts.

Go easy every day with our frozen casseroles, cakes, biscuits, et al.

@ the pig...

Beer tasting at Nofo @ the Pig. 5:00pm-7:00pm...NO CHARGE. Chef David Mitchell will provide some things to nibble on.

FEATURED PRODUCT:

Vietri is celebating its 25th anniversary this year. There's nothing prettier than a table set with Vietri's Incanto and Incanto's serving pieces are amazing. Come in and see for yourself and order in time to set your Thanksgiving & Christmas holiday table.

Reader Reward:

15 % off on Vietri's Incanto patter if ordered before November 15, 2008.

Thursday, November 6, 2008

49 Shopping Days Until Christmas....

We're having to throw up our hands and giving up carrying some of our market products. Companies like Robert Rothchild and Stonewall Kitchen are selling their products in the grocery and discount stores, in their own stores, and by catalogue and direct mail. Many of these places sell the product for less than we pay for it. But box, the internet, and discount stores rule these days.

So, we're adjusting our inventory. Take advantage of amazing savings on both wine and food products.

If a product sold for $20.00 or more.....the sale price is $7.50.

If a product sold for $15.00-$19.99....the sale price is $5.00.

If a product sold for $10.00-$14.99....the sale price is $3.00.

If a product sold for $5.00-$9.99.....the sale price is $2.00.

If a product sold for $4.99 or lower....the sale price is $1.00.

Events @ the pig:

Wine tasting...5pm-7pm - Balcony @ the pig. NO CHARGE!

READER REWARD:

Bring this in for 25% off on Little Giraffe or Kashwere Robes.

Offer expires November 13, 2008

choose nofo...choose joy

DECLARE YOURSELF JOYFUL!

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

50 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas....



Well, Nofolks are either ecstatically happy or way down in the dumps today, depending on their candidates showing last night. We hope you're one of the "pleased as punch" people.



Life goes on either way and the holidays are upon us, so start your shopping. There are only 50 days left!!!



Featured Product:

If you've small children in your life, you've got to get the Elf. There's the Elf on the Shelf book with the elf doll and the New Activity Book.



This little fellow is wildly popular and makes Avent Calendars dull as dishwater. The Activity Book is the perfect gift for a child who already owns an Elf.

@ the pig....

Make plans to attend the wine tasting on Thursday and the Friday Beer Tasting at Nofo @ the Pig. There's food...and NO CHARGE!

READER REWARD:

10% off the Elf book and Activity Book if purchased by November 7th.

choose nofo...choose joy

JOYFULNESS IS FREE!

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

51 Shopping Days Until Christmas...

Drop everything and vote....NOW! Then hurry to Nofo for your election day party Nunu. We've VOTE/FEEL GOOD soap, Obama and McCain action figures, elephant and donkey chocolates and other election party must-haves.

And, of course we've wine and goodies for your celebration. No matter your candiate, or the results, you gotta eat!!

Featured Product:

We are pleased to be carrying the Ravenscroft Cookbook. It's one of the best "non professional chef" cookbooks we've seen in a long time, and it's won several awards.

@ the pig...

Guest Host tonight in the Cafe is the Wake County SPCA. Eat dinner with us and we'll donate 10% of our proceeds to the SPCA

READER REWARD:

For our bulk tea lovers...10% off on bulk teas through November 6th.

choose nofo...choose joy

CAPTURE JOY. SAVOR IT.

Monday, November 3, 2008

52 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

The presidential campaign is almost over, and it's certainly been a long one! What in this world will fill up the airways and the newspapers after it's over?

Everyone

Sunday, November 2, 2008

53 Shopping Days Left Until Christmas...

It's not a bit too early to get organized for Thanksgiving and Christmas, and there's just not a better way than our notebook-planner Keeping Christmas. Check it out. You'll wonder how you ever got through a holiday season without it.

If you already own one, new worksheet pages are available for Christmas 2008!

READER REWARD

Bring this in for 10% off all Nofo's organizational notebooks (13 titles) if purchased before November 9th.

Saturday, November 1, 2008

54 Shopping Days left before Christmas.

Not too much time left until Chrismas, so we're getting product out on the floor this week. Watch our windows and they'll soon spell JOY in two foot tall lighted circus letters.

Joy is the theme here at NOFO this season. We've decided to ignore the media's unrelenting emphasis on doom and gllom as well as their awful -izing. We are going to be joyful in spite of them. After all, a holiday is a terrible thing to waste!

Join us. Choose Nofo - Choose Joy!

Don't forget to set your clocks back. Daylight savings time ends tonight.

@ the Pig, Raleigh:

We have Marcia Spencer in the store today from 11:00-2:00. She's taking orders for Merry Janes, the adorable felt shoes that she designed and stiches herself. Come by and get measured for a pair. She'll have 20 colors of felt to choose from, and the shoes are available in size Infant through Adult.

Bring this in for....

READER REWARD

20% off if you order a Circus Letter before November 15.

choose nofo...choose joy

think joy!

Your VALENTINE Honey will love NECTAR...and ROSEYCAKES too.

ORIGINAL AND LOCALLY PRODUCED VALENTINE'S DAY GIFTS

NOFO on LIZ invites you to

Join us this Friday 2/8 & Saturday 2/9 when we welcome

local organic bakery ROSEYCAKES

and

local floral designer NECTAR

11am-2pm each day

SAMPLE ORGANIC CUPCAKES

& SEE VALENTINE'S DAY BOUQUET SAMPLES

PLACE YOUR ORDER FOR GIFTS EACH DAY - GIFTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP @ NOFO WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13 & THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU