Make Mornings Better With Panera

Mornings, for me, aren't exactly one of my most favorite things to endure. I guess that's what I get for being one of those freaks of nature who could sleep for 24 hours straight, wake up long enough to take care of the things you need to survive as a human, and then go back to sleep for another 12 hours. Sleep is my homeboy, in short.

Obviously the above scenario really isn't a logical scenario, especially if I want to continue paying my bills, so I have to find things to motivate me to roll out of bed and make my way to work. Admittedly, one of my most favorite things about my drive to work is the fact that there's a Panera Bread on my way. You all know how much I love me some Panera and some mornings they are the only reason I actually convince myself to roll out of bed.

As much as I'd like to say I go straight for the pastries I can't, mostly because if I started that little trend I'd have more junk in the trunk than my yoga pants could fit, so I typically grab myself a bagel or a breakfast sandwich and top it off with an iced mocha. Basically, my idea of a perfect morning if I have to be out of bed and headed into work.

For the record, if you've never had a Panera bagel, you are missing out on one of the finer things in life. Real talk, I lose my shit over an Asiago Cheese Bagel with their Chive Onion Cream Cheese and could honestly eat one every single morning without hesitation. 

Now, you all also know how much I love New York City which makes going to Panera for breakfast that much more appealing right now because they recently started the Panera Breakfast Backstory Challenge and one of the prizes I can win is a trip to NYC. I'm already a long time user of the MyPanera card (Hello, free food all of the time!) but this is just another reason for me to grab my morning bagel, rack up the MyPanera points, and earn my Panera Breakfast Backstory Challenge badges.

How to play:
1. Complete any 3 actions to earn a badge and a chance to win prizes.
2. Collect all 3 badges to be eligible for the grand prize drawing.
3. Complete bonus opportunities for more chances at the grand prize.

Prizes you can win:
· Breville Juice Fountain Elite
· Breville Barista Express Espresso Maker
· KitchenAid Professional Stand Mixer
· Grand Prize - all-inclusive, culinary experience trip to New York City for two

Want to win a $100 Panera gift card? In the comments below, simply tell me “What is your favorite way to start the day?” to be entered to win!

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This giveaway is open to US Residents age 18 or older. Winner  will be selected via random draw, and will be notified by e-mail. You have 72 hours to get back to me, otherwise a new winner will be selected.
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