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Boozehound Author and WaPo Reporter Competes in Sommelier Smackdown

The Wine School welcomes Boozehound author and Washington Post journalist, Jason Smith, to its signature wine and food pairing event, the Sommelier Smackdown. - September 07, 2010 - The Wine School

Act Chawa, Ready to Cook Food, Expands Its Presence in Maharashtra

Act Chawa, is a ready to cook snack food company headquartered at Nagpur, India. Act Chawa specializes in vegetarian ready to cook dishes and has some unique product like Soya Lollypop, Sabudana Wada, Saoji Curry and Alloo Magic in the market. The company is planning to expand its presence soon in central and South India. - September 07, 2010 - Act Chawa

Michael Dean’s Seafood Grill and Oyster Bar Honored by OpenTable

Rocky Top Hospitality Restaurant Wins 2010 Diners’ Choice Award. - September 05, 2010 - Rocky Top Hospitality

Staglin Family Vineyard Named Signature Vintner for 2011 Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest

Exclusive Napa Valley winery Staglin Family Vineyard has signed on as the signature vintner for the 2011 Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest, to be held Feb. 25 and 26 at Miromar Lakes Beach & Golf Club. Staglin’s vintages have earned top marks from critics around the world and have... - September 04, 2010 - Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest

Alvarado Street Bakery Awarded "Best Rye" in Magazine Taste Test

Everyday with Rachael Ray awarded Alvarado Street Bakery the "Best Rye" in a blind taste test. - September 04, 2010 - Alvarado Street Bakery

Apptika Inc. Expands Farmers Market Finder App to 3,100+ Farmers Markets and Adds New ‘Open Market’ Locator Feature

Fresh food lovers and locavores in California, Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. can now easily locate over 3,100 farmers markets, U-pick farms, farmstands and CSAs (community supported agricultre) using their iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. - September 04, 2010 - Apptika, Inc.

Suncoast Coffee Service and Vending Launches New Website

Leading coffee and vending supplier Suncoast Coffee Service and Vending launches a new state of the art website on August 30, 2010 - September 04, 2010 - Suncoast Coffee Service and Vending

Canidae Pet Foods Announces Equidae Line of Extruded Horse Feed

Fully guaranteed by the makers of Canidae Pet Foods, a trusted brand since 1996, the new Equidae line of steam extruded horse feed is designed to provide a superior level of nutrition and digestibility for all classes and age groups of horses. - September 03, 2010 - CANIDAE Natural Pet Food Company

John Lenore & Company Brings Deep River Snacks Brand to Southern California

Leading All Natural Snack Brand Announces Agreement with Premium San Diego Beverage Distributor - September 03, 2010 - Deep River Snacks

Jacobson Companies Expands Business with PepsiCo in the Pacific Northwest

Jacobson Companies is pleased to announce that PepsiCo has awarded Jacobson the operating contract to run a brand new 450,000 square foot distribution center in Tacoma, WA. As part of PepsiCo’s efforts to consolidate their supply chain, they recognized the need to expand their network by... - September 03, 2010 - Jacobson Companies

Freedom Bakery & Confections Introduces Computer Printed Dog Biscuits for National Dog Week and Proceeds to Benefit ASPCA

Freedom Bakery & Confections introduces new gourmet dog biscuit treats, Celebarktion. These gourmet treats are made with all human ingredients and decorated with an internally developed machine that prints with FDA approved food color. 25% off all online dog biscuit sales made during National Dog Week (September 22-28) will be donated to the ASPCA. - September 02, 2010 - Freedom Bakery & Confections

Jewel-Osco® Hunger Relief Grant Program Helping to Fund Area Food Pantries & Soup Kitchens

Jewel-Osco, a leading Midwest food and drug retailer, announced that the company is accepting applications for its Hunger Relief Grant Program, designed to fund the operational needs of food pantries and soup kitchens. - September 02, 2010 - Jewel-Osco

Livelenz Inc. to Exhibit and Sponsor at the 2010 DineAmerica Conference – Foodservice Executive Idea Exchange in Atlanta September 12-14th

Livelenz Inc., a Nova Scotia-based SaaS POS data analytics provider announced today that it will be a 2010 Sponsor of DineAmerica, and exhibit the new LivelenzTM software applications for the quick serve restaurant (QSR), C-store and service station verticals. - September 02, 2010 - Livelenz Inc.

The Red Room Tapas Lounge Honored by OpenTable

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (http://www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that The Red Room Tapas Lounge has been recognized by OpenTable’s 2010 Diners’ Choice Awards. The restaurant was named a hot spot and a location with a vibrant bar scene. More than 50,100... - September 02, 2010 - Rocky Top Hospitality

Unique Lot of a Hundred 100-Point Wines to be Auctioned at 2011 Naples Winter Wine Festival

At the 2011 Naples Winter Wine Festival, a lot called Perfection that consists of 100 different bottles of wine rated by wine experts at 100 points (the highest rating possible) will be a first-of-its-kind lot ever to be auctioned. Five vintners who contributed their 100-point wines to the lot will also participate in the 2011 festival: Ann Colgin, Bill Harlan, Paul Hobbs, Christian Mouiex and John Shafer - among 28 world-renowned vintners at the festival from Jan. 28 - 30 in Naples, Fla. - September 02, 2010 - Naples Winter Wine Festival

Martini In The Morning is Getting Labor Day Weekend Started Early on Friday

Martini In The Morning will have the resident Daddy-O’s bartenders live at 9:00am PST on September 3 in studio demonstrating vintage cocktail recipes for classic cocktails, punches, juleps, sours, and smashes. - September 02, 2010 - Standard Media Group

VinoEnology.com - Winemaking Calculators and Wine Industry Marketplace Go Online

A newly redesigned website, VinoEnology.com, offers unique online Winemaking Calculators and provides tools and place to promote and market your Company, Property, Products, Wine Jobs and Services for Free. Visitors to the website can instantly access Oenology calculators for: • Fermentation... - August 31, 2010 - VinoEnology.com

Haralambos Beverage Company Adds Leading All Natural Snack Brand to Product Line Up

Gourmet Snack Food Company Teams Up with Premiere Southern California Beverage Distributor - August 29, 2010 - Deep River Snacks

Ralph Lauren's Daughter Launches Boca Boy's Bubble Paste

The candy chain founded by legendary fashion designer Ralph Lauren's daughter has launched Bubble Paste. - August 29, 2010 - Ludo, LLC

U.S. Chocolate Market to Exceed $19 Billion in 2014

This report assesses the current state of the chocolate industry including everyday chocolate, gift box chocolate, novelty chocolate, and seasonal chocolate. - August 28, 2010 - MarketResearch.com

Apptika Inc. Introduces Farmers Market Finder App for iPhone/iPad/iPodTouch

Thanks to the introduction of a new line of Farmers Market apps, fresh food lovers in California, Florida, Maryland, New York, Rhode Island, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. can now easily locate farmers markets, U-pick farms, farmstands and CSAs (community supported agriculture) using their iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. - August 28, 2010 - Apptika, Inc.

Growing Big by Staying Small: Success Story of ‘A Customer Centric Marketing Model’ at Whole Foods Market

DFW American Marketing Association hosts Nona Evans, Senior Global Marketing Coordinator for Whole Foods Market, at the September Dallas Executive Luncheon. - August 28, 2010 - Dallas Ft. Worth American Marketing Associaton

Tribeca Tavern Wins 2010 Cary Living Magazine Diamond Award

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (http://www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Tribeca Tavern has won a Cary Living Diamond Award for best outdoor dining. Readers of Cary Living voted on their favorite Western Wake places and the winners were featured in the 2010 July/August... - August 28, 2010 - Rocky Top Hospitality

Go Green, Promote Green & Make Green, AquaHealth, Inc. Launches New Sustainable Bottled Water Video Presentation

AquaHealth, Inc., the North American leader for Sustainable Bottled Water Solutions is dedicated to bringing customers 'Greener' bottled water. With AquaHealth’s in-house delivery system, and proprietary and customizable filtration, patrons enjoy pure, great tasting water with near zero waste. For those seeking to reduce their carbon footprint, AquaHealth Premium Water is the Eco-Conscious choice. - August 27, 2010 - AquaHealth, Inc.

Bubbalou's BBQ Provides Orlando Catering for Labor Day Cookouts

Celebrate the last holiday of the summer with a BBQ cookout catered by Bubbalou’s BBQ. - August 26, 2010 - Bubbalou's BBQ Restaurant

Superior Planks of Madeline, Wisconsin Joins Wisconsinmade.com

Wisconsinmade.com, an e-commerce gourmet food and gift store, is excited to welcome Superior Planks, of the Eco Wood Company in Madeline, Wisconsin, into its growing family of Wisconsin artisans. - August 26, 2010 - Wisconsinmade.com

Yats Wine Cellars Holds Philippines Wine Tasting in Manila on 23rd September Featuring Champagne Sparkling Wine

Yats Wine Cellars regularly holds wine tasting events in Philippines for residents and tourists looking for things to do in Manila, Angeles City, Subic and Clark Philippines. Public wine tastings held by Yats are fun and educational, very popular wine tasting events in Philippines. - August 25, 2010 - Yats Wine Cellars

Rocky Top Hospitality Wins 2010 Restaurant Neighbor Award

National Restaurant Association Recognizes Local Restaurant Group for Community Service. - August 25, 2010 - Rocky Top Hospitality

Entrepreneur Behind SeasonalDiningDeals.com Works to Help Stimulate Local Economy

Naples based entrepreneur launches a new website promoting local restaurant specials in an attempt to help stimulate the local economy. SeasonalDiningDeals.com guides local foodies to money-saving restaurant specials at the best restaurants in Naples. - August 23, 2010 - Seasonal Dining Deals, LLC

Chatham Street Café Wins Three Best of Cary Awards

Downtown Cary Restaurant Recognized by Cary and Morrisville Residents - August 22, 2010 - Chatham Street Cafe & Catering

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

"Nutrition Security" is Focus of Tufts Friedman School Symposium