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Bartender Battle 2012; Mixologists & Bar Chefs Vie for Inclusion in Voodoo Tiki Tequila’s 2012 Recipe Guide
Voodoo Tiki Tequila has announced the ultimate Bar Chef Competition – “Voodoo Mixology 2012.” The competition gives Bar Chefs and Mixologists a chance to compete for prizes and one of only 100 coveted spots in the 2012 Voodoo Tiki Tequila Mixology guide of the same... - July 26, 2011 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.
My Private Chef Shares European Flavors at Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store at Medinah Temple
Fresh from his trip to Germany, Italy and France, Chef Christopher Tong of the upscale Chicago-based private gourmet dining service, My Private Chef, is enthusiastic about European flavors and cuisine. He has been invited back to Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store to present a French-themed menu inspired by his latest travels. The demonstration will take place on Friday, September 2, from 2-4 p.m. at the Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store at Medinah Temple, 600 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago. - July 26, 2011 - My Private Chef, Inc.
Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok Launches the August Food Promotion
The Rembrandt Hotel has just launched the latest food promotion in August, it is the top 5 specialties from Piemonte. - July 25, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Dream Team: Voodoo Tiki Tequila Teams with Dream Nightclub
Voodoo Tiki® Tequila and the Miami's Dream Nightclub are partnering to bring Voodoo Tiki Ultra ultra premium traditional and infused tequilas to the South Beach VIP scene. - July 25, 2011 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.
The Natural Shopper Branches Into Hot Sauce Market
Long time royal jelly supplier, The Natural Shopper has expanded its scope of business into the hot sauce market. - July 25, 2011 - The Natural Shopper
El's Kitchen Introduces New Line of Gluten-Free Snacks
El’s Kitchen is proud to introduce two new gluten-free snacks: Medleys, a zesty snack mix, and Bagel Snaps, the only gluten-free bagel chip on the market. - July 24, 2011 - El's Kitchen, Inc.
Festivals of Speed Wine Connoisseurs’ Dinner & Louis XIII de Rémy Martin Tasting Experience
On Saturday, October 8, 2011 Festivals of Speed will host an exclusive Wine Connoisseurs’ Dinner & Louis XIII de Rémy Martin tasting experience during the 6th Annual Festivals of Speed at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes. This culinary event is to be held at the nationally... - July 24, 2011 - Festivals of Speed
Voodoo Tiki Tequila Teams with The Terrace Bar Cigar Lounge South Beach, Miami
Voodoo Tiki Tequila and South Beach's The Terrace Bar Cigar Lounge announced today they have entered into an agreement to make Voodoo Tiki Traditional and Infused Tequilas available at the exclusive South Beach location. Voodoo Tiki Platinum, Reposado, Anejo, and the popular Desert Rose Prickly... - July 23, 2011 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.
Cincinnati’s Newest Microbrewery to Open in October
Cincinnati’s brewing history is rich with stories of residents turning their love for a finely crafted brew into a thriving business. That is exactly what Double Barrel Brewery plans to do. The new microbrewery will be located at 4720 Eastern Avenue next to Bella Luna and the famed... - July 23, 2011 - Double Barrel Brewery
Like a Great Marriage, the Gift of Wine Gets Better with Age
Wine always makes a great gift, but a new product from Wineforawedding.com allows customers to turn it into a uniquely personal wedding gift that celebrates the recipients' anniversaries for years to come. - July 22, 2011 - Wine for a Wedding
San Diego Wine Storage Announces North County Expansion
San Diego Wine Storage will open a second full-service, premium wine storage facility in Solana Beach on August 13, 2011. - July 22, 2011 - San Diego Wine Storage
Perlage Systems, Inc. Announces Perlini Cocktail Carbonating System Now Available for Purchase Worldwide
The Perlini Cocktail Carbonating System, a revolutionary new product for producing sparkling cocktails, is now available online for domestic and international shipping. Made by Perlage Systems, Inc., Perlini is the first and only system designed for, and by, serious bartenders and mixologists. - July 22, 2011 - Perlage Systems, Inc
Push Media Group Announces Former Miss Sprint Cup, Paige Duke, to Serve as Miss Sweetest Sundaes to Benefit Breast Cancer Awareness for 2011
After a huge success with their first pool party event in Dallas on May 15th, the Push Media Group team conducted a search for a Miss Sweetest Sundaes to help join them raise awareness and funds for the Tiger Lily Foundation. Today, the Push Media Group announces the first Miss Sweetest Sundaes, former Miss Sprint Cup Paige Duke. - July 21, 2011 - Push Media Group
Million Vodka Will Sponsor $20 Million Dollar Mansion Party with Celebrity Host, Tyrese Gibson, Saturday, July 23
The Alumni Group in Association with DFW’s Hottest Promoters Present Tyrese Gibson’s Open Invitation, a Sultry Event Staged at a Highly Coveted, Luxurious $20 Million Dollar Mansion, Sponsored by Million Vodka this Saturday. - July 21, 2011 - Million Vodka
Trattoria Cioppino Now Open in Seattle’s Green Lake Neighborhood
A new Italian restaurant has opened in Seattle's Green Lake neighborhood. Offering a casual dining experience with elegant food, Trattoria Cioppino is open for lunch and dinner service. Serving great home made pastas as well as traditional Italian fair, Chef Riccardo Simeone welcomes you to his neighborhood restaurant. - July 21, 2011 - Trattoria Cioppino
Revel's Go Green Initiative Starts with iPad KDS
Revel Systems releases an iPad KDS with their iPad POS to help restaurants go green in the kitchen. The Kitchen Display System (KDS) has 3 modes: Kitchen View, Expedite View, Fryer view. This iPad KDS system displays food orders to chefs, provides feedback about the status of each order and captures service times for management reporting in the iPad Point of Sale System. - July 20, 2011 - Revel Systems, Inc.
Voodoo Tiki Tequila Joins Holiday Wine Cellar
Voodoo Tiki Tequila and Holiday Wine Cellar entered into an agreement to make Voodoo Tiki Traditional and Infused Tequilas available at the landmark wine and spirits retailer. Voodoo Tiki Platinum, Reposado, Anejo, and the smash hit Desert Rose Prickly Pear Infused are available now. Holiday Wine... - July 20, 2011 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.
Deadline Approaching for Discover Duck Chef Recipe Contest
Enter the Maple Leaf Farms Discover Duck Chef Recipe Contest by August 5, 2011 - July 20, 2011 - Maple Leaf Farms
Enter the Tequila: Voodoo Tiki Tequila Teams with Kung Fu Kitchen
Voodoo Tiki® Tequila and Kung Fu Kitchen are partnering to bring Voodoo Tiki Ultra Premium traditional and infused tequilas to world famous Collins Ave on Miami's South Beach. Kung Fu Kitchen will be offering iconic beverages including house specialty cocktails and the world famous "Desert... - July 19, 2011 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.
Chef Brendon Vallejo of Samudra Kombi Cafe in Western Australia Earns IFWTWA Culinary Excellence Award
The International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association's prestigious award recognizes the best of the best in culinary achievement around the world. - July 18, 2011 - Explorer Media & Marketing
Baker's Gas and Welding Supplies, Inc. Releases Good Safety Practices for Gas Grills
Baker’s Gas and Welding Supplies, Inc. informs public of good safety practices for operating gas grills and handling propane. - July 18, 2011 - Baker's Gas and Welding
Chef Martin Yan Earns IFWTWA Culinary Excellence Award
The International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association's prestigious award recognizes the best of the best in culinary achievement around the world. - July 18, 2011 - Explorer Media & Marketing
Muesli Fusion and Protect Our Winters Partner to Create All-Natural Cereal
In an effort to raise awareness and work against climate change, Muesli Fusion is proud to announce a partnership with Protect Our Winters. Muesli Fusion has added a new cereal, “POW” to its line of all-natural cereals. - July 17, 2011 - Muesli Fusion, Inc.
Polini Group Achieve Highest Ratings in BRC (A) and IFS (Higher) Certifications
The Italian company operating in the production of private labels, achieved highest rating from ISAcert B.V. according to international standards for food safety set by European distribution industry. - July 17, 2011 - Polini Group
NutsOnline Twitter Party to Feature Candy Giveaways and Q&A with Chief Nut
Join NutsOnline on Twitter for a fast-paced and fun event about candy, sweets, and nuts. - July 16, 2011 - NutsOnline
Voodoo Tiki Tequila Launches at Haven Lounge Miami
Voodoo Tiki® Tequila and Haven Lounge announced the launch of the Voodoo Tiki Family of ultra premium boutique tequilas in Haven Lounge. The traditional and infused 100% blue agave, all natural tequilas will be featured in a number of gourmet specialty cocktails which utilize additional premium... - July 16, 2011 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.
Acres of Land Winery Takes Medals at Mid-American Wine Competition
Kentucky winery scores medals at unique U.S. wine competition last weekend. - July 15, 2011 - Acres of Land Winery
Decade of Success for Welsh Cider Society
This month the Welsh Perry and Cider Society celebrates a decade of success and is hosting a party this weekend to celebrate its anniversary. The society, whose mission is to reignite the craft perry and cider industry in Wales, was formed by Dave Matthews and Alan Golding, cider enthusiasts who... - July 15, 2011 - Welsh Perry and Cider Society
Healthy Baking Flour is Now Being Sold by Caravan Ingredients
In the past, before the rise of health conscious America, only a few companies sold healthy baking ingredients. But now, more and more companies, such as Caravan Ingredients, are selling these healthy baking mixes and ingredients to consumers. - July 13, 2011 - Caravan Ingredients
Saint Arnold Brewing Company Launches Week-Long Celebration and Fundraiser
Saint Arnold Brewing Company is launching a week of activities to celebrate St. Arnold and the craft of brewing, which will raise funds for Texas Children’s Hospital IBD Center / Gastroenterology Clinic. The Houston brewery wants to make the Texas Children’s Hospital IBD Center the leading center in the country for the treatment and study of IBD related diseases. - July 12, 2011 - Saint Arnold Brewing Co.
Tyler Florence Has Good Taste, Including in Granola
Celebrity chef and Food Network Star keeps it San Franola crunchy. - July 09, 2011 - San Franola
ABB Adds New Diet Turbo™ Lemonade to Expanding Performance Beverage Lineup
ABB’s new Diet Turbo™ Lemonade joins an extensive line of diet-friendly anytime energy drinks that offer a convenient alternative to coffee and soda. - July 09, 2011 - Optimum Nutrition
Chatham Street Cafe to Participate In 2011 Cary Cross Currents Chamber Music and Arts Festival
Restaurant Opens Doors Early July 8 to Celebrate Local Festival. - July 09, 2011 - Chatham Street Cafe & Catering
Yats Wine Cellars Holds Wine Tasting in Ortigas Manila 40 Years of Bordeaux Red Wine
Yats Wine Tasting in Ortigas Center Manila on Tuesday 9th August 2011 at Oakwood Premium Hotel Featuring 40 years of Vintage Wines of Bordeaux, a treat for the wine lovers in Manila and Pampanga. - July 09, 2011 - Yats Wine Cellars
JTM Food Group Introduces New Fully Cooked 5 Oz. Steakhouse™ Beef Burger, New Product Ideal for Convenience Stores, Universities, Caterers, Military and Restaurants
JTM Food Group, a national leader in creating menu solutions for the food service industry, has added a new fully cooked, five-ounce Steakhouse™ Beef Burger to its menu of more than 600 products. Tipping the scale at more than 5 oz. this new beef burger provides ample thickness and bun... - July 08, 2011 - JTM Food Group
Genji Sushi Announces “Sushi in Paradise Sweepstakes”
Customers Invited to Enter for Chance to Win a Trip to Hawaii - July 08, 2011 - Genji Sushi
Tribeca Tavern Named Finalist for Best Burger in Wake County by Independent Weekly
Rocky Top Hospitality Restaurant Receives Honorable Mention in 2011 Best of the Triangle Awards. - July 08, 2011 - Rocky Top Hospitality
AKO Pinch Valve Series VMC Compact System
Details of an industrial pinch valve new to the market, ideal for pharmaceutical and food applications with a stainless steel matt electro-polished body and connection ends. - July 07, 2011 - AKO UK Ltd
Award-Winning Australian Snack Company Slim Secrets™ Launches in UK
The snack aisle in the UK just got more interesting with the introduction of Slim Secrets™ snacks. Launched in 2005 in Australia, Slim Secrets have become a favourite among health, fitness and weight conscious snackers around the globe. The innovative Line of Snacks now available at Harvey Nichols and Online. - July 07, 2011 - slim secrets
FreshDirect Sources Top Cheeses from Local Farms
FreshDirect, New York City’s premier online grocer, reveals five of its top-selling local cheeses just in time for summer grilling, poolside salads and balmy evenings of wine and cheese. FreshDirect, known to support local farms, now sources directly from more than 65 artisans, often sending... - July 07, 2011 - FreshDirect
Big Poppa Smokers Launches New Website Developed by HATHWAY
Big Poppa Smokers launched a completely reinvented online presence and social commerce website designed and developed by HATHWAY, a San Luis Obispo-based web marketing agency. Serving as Big Poppa Smokers’ lead digital agency, HATHWAY created bigpopppasmokers.com as a cooking community with... - July 06, 2011 - HATHWAY
Sentrana Releases Version 2.0 of the SpoonByte Dining Recommendation Website
SpoonByte solves the problem of finding where to eat by scientifically matching users to restaurants based on their preferences and prior experiences. - July 05, 2011 - Sentrana, Inc.
Picture Perfect Chocolates is Now "Live" on Kickstarter.com
Picture Perfect Chocolates, a unique online chocolate company, announced today that it's now "live" on KickStarter.com with a project detailing its products and services. Details of the project can be reviewed at: http://kck.st/liszsa. - July 03, 2011 - Picture Perfect Chocolates
New Cocoa Curacao Cookies at Farthest Star Cookies
Announcing a new cookie at Farthest Star Cookies. - July 03, 2011 - Farthest Star Cookies
Grab Some Healthy San Franola Granola at the Bayside
San Franola Granola is now being sold at the fresh Bayside Market. - July 03, 2011 - San Franola
Farm Fresh Granola Now Carries Freshly Roasted San Franola Granola
Farm Fresh to You can deliver fresh San Franola Granola. - July 03, 2011 - San Franola
Lee Hortman of Gray & Creech Releases Podcast on Water Contamination
Vice President of Operations at Gray & Creech Water Systems Discusses Drinking Water Components and Why Filtered Water is Best - July 03, 2011 - Gray and Creech
MyReviewsNow Introduces the New Yummy Arts Cake Decorating Program at a 30-Day Free Trial for Baking Enthusiasts
Yummy Arts cakes & cookies provides a full service website offering video tutorials, recipes and guides on how to create and decorate professional looking desserts and treats. Yummy Arts is currently proud to introduce a cake decorating program that allows members to get exclusive monthly video tutorials from professional pastry artists. - July 02, 2011 - Retail Solutions Advisors
The East Coast Can Keep Their Hot Dogs, the West Coast Has Farrell’s Ice Cream Eating Challenge
Qualifying to Win a Year of Free Ice Cream from Farrell’s Ice Cream Parlours Charity Ice Cream Eating Challenge Continues Through 4th of July Weekend. - July 02, 2011 - Farrell's Ice Cream Parlour
RJ's Market Now Offering San Franola
San Franola Granola is now coming to a store near you, if you’re over by Levi’s Square that is - July 02, 2011 - San Franola