Farming: Container Style

I've begun doing something I never thought that I would do.  I am attempting to grow my own herbs.  I started with cilantro, rosemary and oregano.  These are three that I use frequently, so I thought that this plan made sense.  Everyone told me that the rosemary would grow like crazy, but it's really not taken off just yet.  My cilantro is growing like crazy though!  I'm pleased with this development as I have several recipes that I love to make, but hate to buy a whole bunch of cilantro when you only need a tablespoon or so.

Cilantro plant after a couple weeks

I've decided to keep them growing in pots through the winter, and then transfer them outdoors in the spring.  I've also decided that I would like to add to the list of things that I can grow at home.  Anyone have any ideas for easy to grow items that won't require a lot of space?  I've been gathering a few ideas online, and pinterest has provided me with a couple of interesting ideas for planting above ground.  One that I'm tempted to try describes how to grow a pineapple in your home.  (click here for more info!)  I realize that this will take quite some time, but why not give it a shot?

What I really need to hear from others is what they've tried that works and doesn't.  I realize that mint grows easily around here, but am not in need of a large supply of fresh mint so will skip this effort entirely.  Have any of you container gardened successfully?  What veggies/herbs would you suggest for a container garden?