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Chocolatines Introduces Chocolate Collections Created for Both Him and Her
Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and Chocolatines is ready with their chocolate creations that appeal to both men and women. With several unique chocolate collections being introduced for 2010, Chocolatines is sure to make this Valentine's Day a memorable one. - January 23, 2010 - Chocolatines
Serenity for Haiti
Tavalon Gives Haiti a Helping Hand. - January 23, 2010 - Tavalon Tea
Back Yard Burgers Launches Website, Social Media Campaign and Free Burgers
The specialty char-grilled burger chain, Back Yard Burgers, is partnering with award-winning Paramore|Redd Online Marketing and launching a new website and social media campaign yielding participants a free burger. Bob Page, chief operating officer for Back Yard Burgers, said the cooked-to-order,... - January 22, 2010 - Back Yard Burgers
Corporate Traffic Closes Out 2009 with a 32% Increase in Shipment Volumes
Corporate Traffic Inc., a third party logistics provider headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida proudly finished out 2009 with a 32% higher shipment volume than that of the previous year. Corporate Traffic supported this boost in new business by adding 30% more equipment to their asset based... - January 22, 2010 - Corporate Traffic
Piyolet is Pleased to Announce: Ayana Mack Will Host and Grey Goose Will Sponsor the Divas' Closet Cleanout
Designer Clothing Auction and Sale to support Dress for Success - January 22, 2010 - Piyolet, LLC
Duca Del Frassino from Cantina di Soave: Italy's Fun, Fresh, First-Ever Box Wine
Premium, Great Value, Indigenous Varietals of Italy in Contemporary, Eco-Friendly Packaging Arrive in US Market - January 22, 2010 - California Olive Ranch
Presenting the iQuality™ HACCP Compliance Monitoring Hand Held PDA for School Food Services
Presenting the PAR Tech iQuality™ HACCP Compliance Monitoring Hand Held PDA for school food services at the California CSNA School Nutrition Association Conference in Santa Clara, CA. January 29-30, 2010, Booth #224. - January 22, 2010 - Green Edge Systems, Inc
Specialty Coffee Roaster and Methodist Church Team Up to Help Youth
Raleigh coffee roaster Larry’s Beans and the NC United Methodist Church have teamed up to send needy children to camp by providing churches, parishioners and camps with great tasting Fair Trade Organic coffee. Under this program, the conference's three camps and participating United Methodist... - January 21, 2010 - Larry's Beans
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Recognized by Citysearch
Gregory Woloszczuk, President of GMW Carolina, Inc (www.gmwcarolina.com) the company that locally owns and operates two area Dickey’s Barbecue Pit locations is proud to announce that users of Citysearch voted and selected their restaurant for the Best American Food, as well as Best Place for... - January 19, 2010 - GMW Carolina, Inc
Mellace Family Brands Launches Cinnabon® Line of Roasted Nuts
Cinnabon’s signature Makara® Cinnamon is at the heart of the new snack food line being introduced at the Winter Fancy Food Show - January 18, 2010 - Mellace Family Brands
Presenting Digital Menu Boards with Nutritional Labeling for School Food Services
Presenting the Epicure Digital Menu Board system with focus on Nutritional Labeling for School Food Services at the California CSNA School Nutrition Association Conference in Santa Clara, CA. January 29-30, 2010, Booth #224 - January 17, 2010 - Green Edge Systems, Inc
Animals in Haiti Helped by Rescue Chocolate Company
The Rescue Chocolate Company donates all net proceeds from January to the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) for their animal rescue efforts in Haiti. - January 17, 2010 - Rescue Chocolate
Foodservice Consulting Firm, Clarion Group Announces Key 2010 Trends: Lean, Green and Mean
The aftershocks of the Great Recession have affected all segments of on-site food service, according to Tom Mac Dermott, president of food service consulting firm Clarion Group. “People in all income brackets have tightened up on discretionary spending, including for meals and are unlikely to... - January 15, 2010 - Clarion Group
3-Course Prix Fixe Dinner for $35 at Quince on Sundays Beginning February 7
Beginning Sunday, February 7, Quince at the Homestead (1625 Hinman Avenue) offers a 3-course, prix fixe dinner for $35 per guest. Wine pairings are available with each course for an additional cost. - January 14, 2010 - Quince at the Homestead
DRSI Promotes New Diabetes Energy Formula with YouTube Humor
Diabetica Research Solutions, Inc. (www.drsiretoreenergy.com) is promoting its new energy formula, drsi™ Restore! Energy, the only energy formula specifically designed for people with diabetes, in a comical YouTube video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSp03CrciF4). The spot features talking... - January 14, 2010 - Diabetica Research Solutions, Inc.
Saint Arnold Brewing Company Reports Another Record Year in 2009
Saint Arnold Brewing Company today reported record production of nearly 26,000 barrels of beer in 2009. The increase of nearly 3,000 barrels over 2008’s production total represents a 13 percent boost for the year. - January 14, 2010 - Saint Arnold Brewing Co.
San Francisco Wine Association Announces New Leadership
New president will expand efforts toward brand building and market awareness - January 14, 2010 - San Francisco Wine Association
Beauty Bar Announces Plans to Open in Portland, Oregon’s Old Town District in Early 2010
Portland, Oregon will be the next location of the renowned Beauty Bar nightclubs. - January 13, 2010 - Beauty Bar Portland
Relaxation Beverages Solve Stress in the New Year: Popular New Year’s Resolutions Reveal a Stressed Nation
As millions of Americans watched the ball drop in Times Square, they said “good-bye” to a stressed-out, unhealthy 2009 and “hello” to healthy resolutions in 2010. After the economic turmoil and tension of 2009, it shouldn’t come as a surprise to learn that relaxing... - January 13, 2010 - ViB Holdings, LLC
Anderson Valley Brewing Company is First Craft Beer Officially Imported to Brazil
Tarantino Importadora has initiated the craft beer revolution in Brazil by bringing the world-famous Boonville Beer to Brazil. Anderson Valley Brewing Company (“AVBC”) is the first American craft beer to be officially imported into Brazil with the debut of Boont Amber, Hop Ottin’ IPA, Barney Flats Oatmeal Stout, Poleeko Gold Pale Ale, Extra Special Boont, and High Rollers Wheat. AVBC beers will be available in both 12oz and 22oz bottles. - January 13, 2010 - Anderson Valley Brewing Company
Worcester’s Best Chef is Pleased to Welcome Celebrity Chef Michael Gilletto, of Iron Chef & Chopped Fame, to Worcester
Celebrity Chef Michael Giletto wears his Celebrity Judge hat and joins the other Celebrity Judges that will be participating in the Worcester’s Best Chef contest later in the month. At this meeting the judges will be reviewing the CIA, Culinary Institute of America judging protocols in preparation for their role as judges in the contest. - January 13, 2010 - Worcester's Best Chef
Açai Roots™ Makes Appearance at BEVNET Live 2009 Winter Event
Açai Roots newest edition, nex4 Açaí Energy Shot, is a success at beverage industry event. - January 11, 2010 - Acai Roots
NewProductHelp.com Excited About Opportunity to Represent New Birthday Cake Shield Invention
Herbert A., a Michigan-based inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Birthday Cake Shield invention to industry over the next 2 years. A simple yet effective new product sure to resonate with many consumers in this era of... - January 10, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
Healthy Meals Delivered by Tampa Bay Chef Services
Tampa Bay Chef Services delivers healthy meals to help Tampa Bay families with proper nutrition. - January 10, 2010 - Tampa Bay Chef Services
Tasty Changes at Arch House Deli
The multi award winning Clifton delicatessen, Arch House Deli has new owners. David Greenman and Debbie Atherton, who previously help create and grow smartFOCUS PLC from a tiny start up into one of Bristol’s success stories which was subsequently floated on the stock market have acquired the Deli which recently featured on BBC’s ‘The Restaurant’ programme with Raymond Blanc. - January 10, 2010 - Arch House Deli
Valentine's Gift for the Sweetest Man in Your Life - A Luscious Bottle of Sweet Wine from France Available at Yats Wine Cellars
Yats Wine Cellars rolls out a new idea for Valentine's Gift for your favorite man - a bottle of sweet dessert wine from France. - January 09, 2010 - Yats Wine Cellars
Sticky Fingers Bakeries Launches New Promos and Marketing Strategies for Their Line of Premium English Scones in 2010
Sticky Fingers Bakeries does not see the current economic downturn as a time to run for cover. “We are doing everything we can think of to support the needs of our customers, bending over backwards as much as possible,” states Tom Owens, co-owner of Sticky Fingers Bakeries. “We... - January 08, 2010 - Sticky Fingers Bakeries
SoundSign – the World’s First Noise Activated Warning Sign for Pubs and Restaurants
Cirrus Research, the UK company which specialises in the design and development of noise measurement equipment for health and safety applications, has unveiled SoundSign, it’s new electronic noise activated warning sign for pubs and restaurants trade. - January 06, 2010 - Cirrus Research plc
RetailNet Group Releases Global 100 Retailer Forecast and Key Retail Drivers for 2014
RetailNet Group, a retailer and packaged goods research and advisory consultancy has released its Global 100 Retailers forecast and report of the key drivers of retail in the next 5 years. Founded by Dan O'Connor, a widely regarded retail industry analyst, RetailNet Group tracks and reports on the strategies and capabilities leading retailers are leveraging for growth. - January 05, 2010 - Retailnet Group LLC
Applied Food Sciences Inc. Appoints CK Nutritional Ingredients as Its Exclusive Sales, Marketing and Distribution Partner for the Canadian Natural Health Products Market
Applied Food Sciences Inc. Austin, Texas (AFSTM) and CK Nutritional Ingredients (CKNI), Toronto, Ontario, Canada are pleased to announce the execution of an exclusive sales, marketing and distribution agreement for the Canadian natural health products market. Specifically, CKNI will market... - January 05, 2010 - Applied Food Sciences Inc
My Private Chef Presents an Elegant Winter Cooking Class at the Cheney Mansion in Oak Park, IL
Chef Christopher Tong, of the upscale Chicago-based private gourmet dining service, My Private Chef, has been invited to the beautiful Cheney Mansion to present an elegant Winter menu. Chef Chris will conduct a cooking demonstration in the famous mansion's kitchen. It will take place on Monday, January 25 from 7-9:30 p.m. at the Cheney Mansion, 220 Euclid Avenue, Oak Park, IL. Located 15 minutes from downtown Chicago. - January 05, 2010 - My Private Chef, Inc.
My Private Chef Presents a Winter Soups Cooking Class at the Whole Foods Market Lakeview, Chicago, IL
Whole Foods Market welcomes back Chef Christopher Tong of the upscale Chicago-based gourmet dining service, My Private Chef. He will conduct a cooking class in the on-site classroom on Sunday, January 31, 2010 at 12 noon at the Whole Foods Market Lakeview, 3300 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL. - January 05, 2010 - My Private Chef, Inc.
My Private Chef Celebrates Fat Tuesday at Gilda's Club Chicago, IL
Chef Christopher Tong of the upscale Chicago-based gourmet dining service, My Private Chef, will continue his series of healthy cooking demonstrations at Gilda's Club, Chicago. The meals are designed to inspire people living with cancer, to eat well, serve beautiful food and stay healthy. This... - January 05, 2010 - My Private Chef, Inc.
Chocolate Alchemy Open New Shop in Loughborough
A fantastic new handmade chocolate shop is opening in Loughborough. Local entrepreneur Peter Gardner has struck gold with Chocolate Alchemy, a new concept for Loughborough, opening in the New Year. - January 02, 2010 - Chocolate Alchemy
Purgatory Cellars/White Owl Winery Wraps Up 2009 with Another Silver Medal for One-of-a-Kind Wine
Purgatory Cellars/White Owl Winery's Persimmon Solera sherry-style wine was selectively entered in only seven wine competitions this past year. It scored a medal in each contest. - January 02, 2010 - White Owl Winery/Purgatory Cellars
Spirits Pub & Grub to Host Military Appreciation Week
Spirits Pub & Grub (www.spiritscary.com) has announced that the restaurant will host a military appreciation week from Sunday, Jan. 10 through Saturday, Jan. 16 for customers who are serving or who have served in the military. Military members with proper identification will receive a 10... - January 01, 2010 - Spirits Pub & Grub
End of Christmas Signals the Start of Saint Arnold Winter Stout Season
Curious craft beer lovers and tourists can try latest seasonal as brewery introduces its first weekday tours - January 01, 2010 - Saint Arnold Brewing Co.
Catalina Restaurant Group Incorporates Smarter Takeout® Into Their Business to Offer Online Pie Ordering to Their Coco’s Bakery Restaurant and Carrows Restaurants Custome
IT Problem Solver, Inc. is proud to announce their newest customer to integrate with Smarter Takeout® online ordering. - January 01, 2010 - IT Problem Solver, Inc.
Xtreme Frozen Yogurt Hosts Free Frozen Yogurt Day for Carlsbad & Murrieta Communities
Frozen Yogurt Shop in Carlsbad and Murrieta Exceeds Goal of Collecting 150 Toys; Treats Community to Free Frozen Yogurt at January Event. - December 30, 2009 - Xtreme Frozen Yogurt
Concept Branding Group Adds Steve Gostin to Management Consulting Team; Expands Throughout the West
Leading small business brand and operational consulting firm continues to add resources to increase client marketing success and to increase brand exposure - December 29, 2009 - Concept Branding Group
Yats Wine Cellars Reports Record Participation of Foreign Tourists in Recent Pinot Noir Wine Tasting Held in Clark Freeport Philippines
Public wine tasting events dubbed Yats Wine Experience have traditionally been patronized mostly by local wine enthusiasts but all that changed in the recent event held in November 2009. Wine lovers from Singapore, China/Hong Kong, Korea and Japan dominated the attendance. - December 28, 2009 - Yats Wine Cellars
Online Candy Retailer, Swiss Maid Fudge, Sells Old-Fashioned Fudge as Holiday Gifts
Wisconsin homemade candy store, Swiss Maid Fudge, retails gift sets of old-fashioned fudge for the holidays. Having recognized their consumers’ demands for gift sets, Swiss Maid Fudge has designed several gift sets of old-fashioned, homemade fudge. Online shoppers can purchase a Fudge Tin... - December 25, 2009 - Dells Fudge
Gourmet Fudge Store, Swiss Maid Fudge, Launches a New Line of Homemade Holiday Candies
Wisconsin gourmet fudge store, Swiss Maid Fudge, has created and launched new, seasonal variations of their classic candies. Especially developed as new products for the season, Swiss Maid Fudge’s line of holiday treats is sweetening the season for candy-lovers across the United States. New... - December 25, 2009 - Dells Fudge
Spirits Pub & Grub to Host New Year’s Eve Celebration
Spirits Pub & Grub (www.spiritscary.com) has announced that the restaurant will host a New Year’s Eve celebration on Thursday, Dec. 31 from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. - December 25, 2009 - Spirits Pub & Grub
Corporate Traffic Inc Teams Up with the Florida Guardian Ad Litem Program for Children This Holiday Season
Corporate Traffic Inc. a Jacksonville, FL based third party logistics provider proudly announces its first year supporting the Florida Guardian Ad Litem by furnishing Christmas presents for at risk children in their local area. - December 24, 2009 - Corporate Traffic
Last-Minute Stocking Stuffer for the Beer Connoisseur
Discount VIP tickets to The Great Arizona Beer Festival available through midnight Christmas Eve at www.azbeer.com - December 24, 2009 - The Great Arizona Beer Festival
ChallahNMore.com Announces the Introduction of Amy Lyn's Flax Thins
Challahnmore.com will now be selling Amy Lyn's Flax Thins through their web page http://challahnmore.com/flaxthins.htm. Amy Lyn's Flax Thins are a tasty nutritious bread and snack alternative. They are delicious with cheeses, dips, salsa, soup and salads or as tasty topping. - December 24, 2009 - challahnmore.com
Açai Roots™ Donates Food & Toys to Families in Tijuana
Açai Roots™ organized Saturday, December 19th, a donation to over 40 families in Tijuana, Mexico. - December 23, 2009 - Acai Roots
Microlife Medical Home Solutions Launches Comprehensive Online Health Management Program; MiHealthLog™
Microlife Medical Home Solutions, Inc. (MiMHS) launched MiHealthLog web-application for consumers who are interested in better managing their health and wellness. “Self-monitoring is the single best health behavior an individual can use to improve their health. Studies have repeatedly... - December 21, 2009 - Microlife Medical Home Solutions, Inc.
Celebrate the New Year with Flair at Fiamme Restaurant & Bar
Live music, fine food and champagne at midnight highlight Fiamme’s Celebration. - December 19, 2009 - Fiamme Restaurant & Bar