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Marky's Introduces New Line of French Kosher Cheeses - Distribution to All South Florida Whole Foods Stores
Marky's, an international gourmet food distributer located in Miami, FL has begun a large scale distribution of French Kosher cheeses to South Florida Whole Foods stores. - August 21, 2010 - Marky's
Rocky Top Hospitality Named a Top Corporate Philanthropist
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (http://www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that the local restaurant group has been ranked among the top corporate philanthropists on the Triangle Business Journal’s 2010 list of Top Corporate Philanthropist. Companies are ranked annually by... - August 21, 2010 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Thorncroft Drinks Names Semper Excelsius to Market Its Healthy Thirst Beverage Line in the USA
UK-based Thorncroft feels the timing is perfect to introduce its Healthy Thirst sodas to connect with American interest in great-tasting, healthier beverages that are free of alcohol, added sugar, artificial colors and flavors. - August 20, 2010 - Semper Excelsius
Marky's Announced New Distribution Center in Miami Gardens
This press release is to get the word out about the new warehouse/distribution center for Marky's - a gourmet food purveyor in S. Florida. - August 20, 2010 - Marky's
Serata con Vino Presents It's 2nd Event: Serata Spumeggiante - a Bubbly Evening - Wine Seminar and Tasting in Venice
Champagne/Prosecco Seminar in Venice. This Sunday August 22nd between 5:00pm and 8:00pm. Following it's first successful event, Serata con Vino.com, is providing the local foodie and foodie-curios seen with a unique experience of knowledge and taste. - August 20, 2010 - Serata con Vino
ThermaPod Declares Take Your Lunch to Work Day in August
Monday August 31st 2010 has been declared the first annual "Take Your Lunch to Work Day" by ThermaPod as a way to bring issues such as overeating, overspending and obesity to the forefront. - August 20, 2010 - ThermaPod
Bodacious Biscotti Receives Federal Trademark
The U.S. Patent & Trademark Office granted Trademark Registration 3,818,089 to Navalicious Sweets, Inc. for the trademark “Bodacious Biscotti” granting the company the exclusive rights to the name. Nava Viniar, owner of the gourmet biscotti company stated, “We are so proud to... - August 19, 2010 - Bodacious Biscotti
U.S. Gift-Giving Market to Reach $21 Billion by 2014
The U.S. market for food gifting continues to expand in sales and product offerings, and is one of the few areas of gifting that is doing so in the currently challenged economy - August 19, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
Rocky Top Hospitality’s Restaurants to Participate in Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (http://www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that the local restaurant group will participate in Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week, a weeklong dining experience that showcases culinary talents in the Triangle. Bogart’s American Grill and The Red... - August 19, 2010 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Swiss Maid Fudge Creates Banana Split for Its Latest Summer Fudge Flavor
Swiss Maid's Banana Split rejuvenates the summer fudge flavor - August 18, 2010 - Dells Fudge
Essensia Restaurant & Lounge at the Palms Hotel & Spa Introduces Summer Menus with Light, Pure and Bursting Flavors
Essensia Restaurant & Lounge at The Palms Hotel & Spa introduces their latest seasonal menu with the very best ingredients the season has to offer. Featuring several new menu items for the summer and revamping existing favorites with light, distinctive summer twists, the new menu continues... - August 18, 2010 - Palms Hotel & Spa
Asia Travel and Dining Guide Announces Authentic Fish and Chips Now Available in Philippines Angeles City Bar Near Clark Freeport
Fish and Chips may look simple on a plate at this family restaurant and bar in Clark Philippines near Angeles City which is famous for its pub food. Asia Travel and Dining Guide explains making very nice fish n chips requires culinary skills not commonly found in bars in Philippines. - August 14, 2010 - Asia Travel and Dining Guide
3 Sisters Chocolate Opens New Location at The Avenues Mall in Jacksonville
After nine years on San Jose Blvd. in Jacksonville, FL, 3 Sisters Chocolate & Bakery has announced the grand opening of its second location at The Avenues Mall in Jacksonville, FL. Even in the recent down economy, published reports indicate that consumer demand for chocolate candy continues to... - August 14, 2010 - 3 Sisters Chocolate & Bakery
Allergy Free Store Offers Free Shipping and New Online Features for Food Allergies
Allergiesandme.com celebrates their First Birthday online with a website redesigned to offer even more Allergy Free Foods and resources, including Free Shipping to their customers. - August 14, 2010 - Allergiesandme.com
Dashal, FIJI Water, ING DIRECT, Kodak, and Others Partner with Chicago’s First Social Scavenger Hunt
Chicago-based Dashal is a sponsor in the first ever FIJI Water Urban Hunt on August 14th in Downtown Chicago. - August 13, 2010 - Dashal
Things Are 'Shakin' Up at Martini in the Morning on Friday
The Bartender’s from Daddy-O’s Martini’s are joining Brad ‘Martini’ Chambers in the Martini In The Morning studio on Friday Morning. John Apodaca will introduce his latest vintage cocktail discoveries and new creations live on the air. - August 13, 2010 - Standard Media Group
Target to Open at Shea Properties The Collection at RiverPark
The Retail Center Moves Opening Date to 2011 to Accommodate Newest Anchor. - August 12, 2010 - Shea Properties
"Nutrition Security" is Focus of Tufts Friedman School Symposium
Tufts University's Annual Nutrition Conference will take place in Boston, November 5-6, 2010 featuring leading policy makers. - August 12, 2010 - Tufts University
Salada Tea Announces Winner of First-Ever Nationwide Consumer Spokesperson Search
Clinical Nutritionist Tara Coleman Will Help Spread Salada’s ‘Unbottle Your Tea’ Message as New Spokesperson - August 11, 2010 - Salada Tea
JAVA & Co. Goes Pink
A portion of the sales from JAVA Pink! gourmet gift purchases will be donated each year to breast cancer research and awareness. - August 11, 2010 - JAVA & Co. Small Batch Recipes
DirectRooms.com – Kuala Lumpur Hosts Malaysia’ Foremost Epicure Event from 17 to 19 September 2010
DirectRooms.com highlights that Malaysia’s leading food, wine and lifestyle fair will be coming to the capital in September this year. - August 10, 2010 - DirectRooms.com
Pacific Resorts Finalist in the 2010 HM Awards
Pacific Resort Aitutaki & Pacific Resort Rarotonga have been named as a Finalist in the 2010 HM Awards for Hotel & Accommodation Excellence, with the winners due to be announced in Sydney on September 3. Pacific Resort Aitutaki is a region finalist in the “South Pacific Property of... - August 09, 2010 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Prepaid Tab, LLC (www.prepaidtab.com) Earns BBB Accreditation
This week, Prepaid Tab, LLC announced its recent accreditation by BBB serving Eastern North Carolina. As a BBB Accredited Business, Prepaid Tab, LLC is dedicated to promoting trust in the marketplace. “We are proud to have met BBB’s high standards and we are excited to be part of an organization that exists so consumers and businesses alike have an unbiased source to guide them on matters of trust,” said Joel Doiron President/Founder. “We value building trust with our customers!" - August 08, 2010 - Prepaid Tab, LLC
Delicious Sticky Fingers Bakeries Expands Product Line
Tom Owens, Co-Founder and President of Sticky Fingers Bakeries makes a bold move to expand its product line to include new flavors aimed at getting food enthusiasts excited. The new line includes 12 jams, curds, fruit butters and jellies with some unique twists on the traditional flavors... - August 08, 2010 - Sticky Fingers Bakeries
First of Its Kind Culinary Club Opens in Putnam and Westchester
For the growing number of people who watch cooking shows and enjoy learning new dishes from exciting local chefs, there is a first of its kind culinary club in Putnam and Westchester Counties in New York. The club partners with chefs to offer hands on cooking classes and cooking demonstrations in local restaurants offering private event invitations to its members. - August 07, 2010 - Culinary Collaboration
PoshPorts, Inc. Sponsors Taste of the Nation Chicago with Culinary Celebrities to End Child Hunger
PoshPorts, Inc. is proud to sponsor Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation Chicago on August 12, 2010. 100% of ticket sales to the event support efforts to end childhood hunger. Chicago's noteworthy chefs, restaurants and mixologists will gather for this trend-forward culinary experience. - August 07, 2010 - PoshPorts, Inc.
Snooth Announces 500,000th Registered User
The world's largest online wine community is now half a million strong and growing. - August 06, 2010 - Snooth
The Cows Have Gone Digital at a Maryland Chick-fil-A
The “Eat Mor Chikin” message is even more powerful with digital signage from Noventri as Hagerstown, Maryland Chick-fil-A deploys digital screen for restaurant promotions. - August 06, 2010 - Noventri
X Winery’s Reed Renaudin Visits Arrowhead Grill for August Wine Dinner
Founder of Amicus and X Winery Will Talk on August 10. - August 06, 2010 - Arrowhead Grill
A Taste of Vietnam for Gourmet Lovers
The new Luxury Travel trip (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) features a 12-day itinerary of Vietnam's most popular spots, with many special opportunities to discover and savor the surprisingly varied tastes of this fascinating land. Along with exploring new cultures, one of the great joys of travel is... - August 06, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Media Options Inc Completes the Sale of Domain Name Pizza.net
Media Options Inc. (MediaOptions.com) announced today that they have completed the sale of the domain name Pizza.net. It is believed that this sale represents one of the top 5 .NET domain sales of all time. - August 05, 2010 - Media Options Inc.
Breakfast Restaurant Sales Will Reach $37.7 Billion in 2011
Breakfast foodservice benefits from long-term untapped guest traffic potential and it can generate healthy margins, factors that are drawing major new players into the market. - August 05, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
Fresh Baked Goods Market Projected to Exceed $20 Billion by 2014
The report examines baked goods that are prepared fresh at both in-store and stand-alone bakeries, using preparation methods such as made-from-scratch, mixes, par-baking (or pre-baking) and thaw-and-heat. - August 05, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
Clarion Group Announces Emerging Trends of “Green” Healthy Dining and Sustainability Credentials in Colleges
With the start of the fall semester nearing, college dining service directors need to look to “greening” their healthy dining and sustainability credentials, says Angela Phelan, senior vice president and chief environmental advocate of Clarion Group, a consulting firm that specializes... - August 05, 2010 - Clarion Group
Yana’s Café Opens in Tinley Park, IL
New café opens in Tinley Park IL. Healthy, home-made cuisine: eat in; take out; birthday parties; and catering. - August 04, 2010 - Yana's Cafe
Nikki News States That Cabarete is Now on the Jet Set Map with the Opening of Nikki Beach
Cabarete Dominican Republic is now officially a Jet Set location with the installment of Nikki Beach with dinner guests Sir Richard Branson and his family - August 02, 2010 - Nikki News
Chiropractic First, LLC is Previewing Some of their Favorite Healthful Recipes
Chiropractic First, LLC is now offering a series of summer workshops, focusing on the body's innate ability to heal itself. The focus of these workshops will be on spinal care, weight loss, and nutrition in a natural healing environment. - August 01, 2010 - Chiropractic First, LLC
Skull Coast Ales Sails Into Davidson, NC
Skull Coast release party at Brickhouse Tavern in Davidson, NC, near Davidson College. - August 01, 2010 - Skull Coast Ale Company
Traditional Grocery Stores Losing Market Share to Specialty Retailers in Private Label Food and Bev Market
“Private Label Food and Beverage in the U.S.” analyzes the U.S. market for foods and beverages sold under the proprietary labels of retailers, referred to in the trade as private label or store-brand products. - August 01, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
Anderson Valley Brewing Company and Their Bahl Hornin’ Foundation Donates $118,500 to Community Non-Profits
Anderson Valley Brewing Company (AVBC) dispersed proceeds from the 14th Annual Legendary Boonville Beer festival through its’ non-profit entity, The Bahl Hornin’ Foundation. $118,500 was raised to help support local non-profits. - July 31, 2010 - Anderson Valley Brewing Company
Wing Dome Sets Fire to New Seattle Location
Wing Dome, Seattle's favorite hot wings restaurant is coming to West Seattle, and is using some creative alternative advertising courtesy of creative agency Beyond Traditional. - July 30, 2010 - ThinkBT
Mercantile Coffeehouse Now Open in Downtown Dallas, Texas
The Mercantile Coffeehouse is the first business friendly coffeehouse in downtown Dallas featuring hand brewed Intelligentsia™ brand coffee, tea and espresso drinks and Yogen Fruz™ Frozen Yogurt and Smoothies. - July 28, 2010 - Mercantile Coffeehouse
MoneyNYC is Proud to Announce the Launch of RestaurantFinanceNYC.com Offering Factoring and Cash Advance Services to the Food and Beverage Industry
Restaurantfinancenyc.com offers restaurants and bars cash advances against future sales in as little as a week. - July 27, 2010 - The W.A.D. Group, LLC
The Fresh Convenience Foods Market is Forecasted to Grow 28% by 2014 to $29 Billion
This report examines both the myriad types of fresh convenience foods and the myriad retail channels through which they are obtained - July 25, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
HCR Employee Wins Basingstoke Sandwich Competition
Chineham Park, Basingstoke’s leading business location, has announced The Blazingsmoke as the winner of its Basingstoke sandwich competition in association with Dayer’s Fine Foods, the park’s onsite restaurant. The Blazingsmoke, created by Laura Finney, was the biggest selling... - July 25, 2010 - HCR Group
New UK Loose-Leaf Tea Company, Lahloo, Wins 4 Great Taste Gold Awards
Lahloo, specialists in artisan single estate and custom-blended loose leaf tea with flavour and provenance, is celebrating after scooping four coveted One-Star prizes at the sixteenth annual national Great Taste Awards this week. Lahloo launched a unique retail range in the UK 18 months ago and is... - July 24, 2010 - Lahloo LLP
VinVillage.com Announces Strategic Alliance with ResVez, Inc., Creator of the Resveratrol WineTime Bar
VinVillage and ResVez partner to expand penetration of the wine and food markets. - July 24, 2010 - VinVillage.com
Ooh.com Provides Bounty of Culinary Options for Upcoming Harvest
Ooh.com is fast becoming a top online culinary destination in the U.S. - July 23, 2010 - Ooh.com
Artisan Foods Grow Mainstream and Connects Consumers to Values
This report explores the possibilities available in the world of artisan foods, and tracks some of the most exciting contemporary trends associated with this popular culinary segment. - July 23, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
Stainless Steel Equipment Provider Teknomek Achieves Great Success at Foodex Exhibition
Teknomek, the stainless steel product and equipment provider, received very positive feedback from visitors at the recent Foodex exhibition. Customers commented that the extensive selection of its market leading stainless steel equipment and furniture on display was unique in the exhibition. The... - July 23, 2010 - Teknomek Limited