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Foodservice Wireless Temperature Monitoring and Web-Based Rugged HACCP Hand Held PDA
Presenting foodservice temperature monitoring systems and Web-Based Rugged HACCP Hand Held PDA Inspection Systems for School Foodservices at the School Nutrition Association of Arizona Annual Conference, Glendale, AZ, Saturday September 26, 2009. - September 23, 2009 - Green Edge Systems, Inc
Set Eyes on Vietnam’s Finest Talents at the Vietnam Culinary Challenge 2009
Vietnam Culinary Challenge, organized by Saigon Professional Chefs Guild, returns for its 3rd edition from 1-3 Oct 2009 during Food&HotelVietnam2009. Featuring professional chefs from hospitality establishments across Vietnam, the culinary community will be enthralled with a visual feast of ingenious culinary creations. - September 23, 2009 - Singapore Exhibition Services Pte Ltd
Cerno Bioscience’s MassWorksTM Has Proven to be 99% Accurate Software for the Identification of Unknown Compounds
MassWorks employs Cerno’s patented calibration technology to equip unit mass resolution mass spectrometers with up to 100 times more mass accuracy and unparallel Spectral Accuracy through exact isotope modeling. Through MassWorks, customers can utilize unit mass resolution mass spectrometers to identify the formulas of unknown compounds. This function, before MassWorks, was usually reserved for more expensive high resolution mass spectrometers. - September 22, 2009 - Cerno Bioscience
Diffuse Reflectance Capability Extends Range of Applications for Exoscan Hand-Held FTIR
A2 Technologies recently announced that the Exoscan hand-held FTIR is now available with diffuse reflectance sampling interface. This capability greatly extends the range of applications for the Exoscan system. With the diffuse reflectance sampling capability, Exoscan can tackle an increased... - September 22, 2009 - A2 Technologies
Bissinger’s Launches Ice Cream Exclusively at POPtions!
Bissinger’s Handcrafted Chocolatier and POPtions! Popcorn are teaming up to launch the all new line of Bissinger’s Ice Cream. - September 22, 2009 - POPtions!
The Great Organic Taste of Bavaria’s Lammsbräu Beer Has Arrived in America
Europe's leading organic Craft Brewery, Neumarkter Lammsbrau, enters the American market with two best selling organic beers: Lammsbrau Organic Pilsner and Lammsbrau Organic Dunkel. Lammsbrau, established 1626, was the continent's first certified organic brewery and uses only locally produced organic ingredients for a great tasting beer experience. - September 22, 2009 - Neumarkter Lammsbräu
New Idea for Birthday Gift - Birthyear Wine - from Yats Wine Cellars
What is "Birthyear wine?" It means the year of the wine is the year of birth of the celebrant. So if Grandma was born in 1947 then her birthyear wine gift would be from that same year - 1947. Yats Wine Cellars has those wines. - September 22, 2009 - Yats Wine Cellars
Ending Prejudice One Sip at a Time
By collecting over 10,000 signatures, self proclaimed wino Randy Watson pledges to put an end to wine prejudice. His petition hopes to change the belief held by many that a cool glass of wine isn’t as masculine as a frosty beer. - September 22, 2009 - The Wine Whore
PastureLand SummerGold Butters Win at American Cheese Society’s 2009 Competition in Austin, TX
At the American Cheese Society’s August competition, industry judges called PastureLand’s Summer Gold cultured butter “lovely” and “complex.” The judges awarded two ribbons to PastureLand’s family of Summer Gold butters, recognizing the Southeastern Minnesota family farm cooperative for making a “great summer butter” with exceptional yellow color and complex flavors. - September 21, 2009 - PastureLand Cooperative
Upcoming Anniversary Birthday or Getaway? Help is on the Way.
New user friendly website, DenverSurprise.com, allows for quick and easy creation of a special night out - Anniversary, Birthday, or Romantic getaway by displaying only the lodging rooms, restaurants, nightclubs, and transportation options available on a particular night, and grouping them as pre-paid package. Flexibility is provided with addons like cakes, flowers, movies, etc. - September 20, 2009 - DenverSurprise.com
PastureLand Welcomes Back Meadowlark to Celebrate the 2009 Eat Local Challenge
Following their success at the American Cheese Society’s August competition, and the announcement of two ribbons for their cultured, Summer Gold butters, PastureLand Cooperative announces the return of Meadowlark, a memorably hearty and buttery, cloth-wrapped cheddar. - September 20, 2009 - PastureLand Cooperative
Spirits Pub & Grub Hosts Live Music Friday Nights
Spirits Pub & Grub (www.spiritscary.com) has announced that the restaurant will feature live music on Friday nights. A variety of musical acts will be featured, and times will vary for each show. Located at 701 E Chatham St., Spirits Pub & Grub is a restaurant and bar that features fresh,... - September 20, 2009 - Spirits Pub & Grub
Ching’s Secret Celebrates IIT Delhi Youth Festival Rendezvous09 as a Sponsor
Ching's partners with IIT Delhi Rendezvous - September 20, 2009 - Ching's Secret
Aequare Fine Chocolates Brings World-Class Ecuadorian Chocolates to the U.S. Market
Aequare is Only Chocolatier to Source Ingredients and Manufacture in Country of Origin - September 19, 2009 - Aequare Chocolates
Alvarado Street Bakery Featured in New Michael Moore Documentary
A Standing Ovation for the LA Screening of “Capitalism: A Love Story” - September 19, 2009 - Alvarado Street Bakery
Chatham Street Café to Host Community Partnerships Event
Gayla Bonke, owner and chef at Chatham Street Café & Catering (www.chathamstreetcafe.com), located at 140 E. Chatham St., has announced that the restaurant will host “Meet the Nonprofits,” a networking and wine tasting event on Tuesday, Sept. 22 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The... - September 19, 2009 - Chatham Street Cafe & Catering
Celebrities and Personalities to Attend International Chinese Culinary Competition's Award Banquet on September 22nd
Hundreds of Attendees are Readying for a Fantastic 10-Course Traditional Chinese Dinner, at the International Chinese Culinary Competition's Award Banquet on September 22nd, in New York City - September 19, 2009 - Golden Networking
Global Trade Base Announces International Product Launch in Central America
Global Trade Base is pleased to announce the international market penetration of Medtrol’s Healthcare Division disinfectant product lines in Panama, Central America. - September 18, 2009 - Global Trade Base
Smith & Jones International Foods Launches New Smith & Jones Masala Noodles Tadka Marke
In the Instant Snacking category, Masala noodles have been very popular for the last 30yrs. In this ever so generic taste of Masala, Smith & Jones saw an opportunity to introduce something innovative. Through extensive Consumer research and Focus group, Smith & Jones discovered that... - September 18, 2009 - Smith & Jones
Food ERP Software Provider Deacom Joins American Meat Institute
Deacom, Inc., producer of the DEACOM Integrated Accounting and Enterprise Resource Planning Software System for mid-to-large sized food processors, today announces its membership with the American Meat Institute (AMI), the country's oldest and largest meat and poultry trade association. The AMI... - September 17, 2009 - Deacom
Urschel Laboratories Updates Its TranSlicer 2500 Cutter for Today's Food Industry Demands
Urschel's TranSlicer 2500 Cutter that revolutionized the leafy vegetable industry has been updated with valuable features to ease maintenance, increase positive product flow and decrease operational costs. - September 17, 2009 - Urschel Laboratories
Simplifast Rtd. Beverage Reinvents the Lemonade Diet
Simplifast®, the first ready-to-drink fasting beverage, has reinvented the Master Cleanse (aka the Lemonade Diet). The lemonade diet has been around for decades with its health benefits touted by everyone from doctors to celebrity product endorsers. Simplifast has made the so-called lemonade... - September 16, 2009 - Simplifast, LLC
Sterling Ballroom at New Holiday Inn Tinton Falls New Jersey Hosts a One Day Wedding Sale
The Sterling Ballroom at the Holiday Inn of Tinton Falls, New Jersey is pulling out all the stops with its novel proposal… a Wedding Sale. On October 15, 2009, for one day only, the brand new banquet facility is lowering the prices for its popular Economy Wedding Package to an astounding $49... - September 16, 2009 - Hotels Unlimited
Marzullo’s Recession Relief Plan - Half Price Pasta on Mondays & Tuesdays
To celebrate its 27th birthday, Marzullo’s Restaurant, one of Montclair’s premiere eateries, gives back to the community by offering Half Price Pasta on Mondays & Tuesdays. Loyal customers and friends deserve a break in today’s economy. So Marzullo's rolling back prices on... - September 16, 2009 - Marzullo's Restaurant
NewProductHelp.com Set to Represent New Beverage Accessory to Industry
John B., Indiana-based resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Chask invention to industry over the next 2 years. A simple yet innovative new product designed to make drinking in a crowded venue a less tension-filled... - September 16, 2009 - New Product Help, Inc.
Chicken Franchise Fights "Fast Food Fatigue"
Happi House Teriyaki Chicken Franchise Launches Ad Campaign to Fight "Fast Food Fatigue" - September 15, 2009 - Happi House Franchise Corporation, Inc.
Grand Opening of Treasure Valley Fudge
Beth Kovac is pleased to announce the Grand Opening of Treasure Valley Fudge LLC in Meridian, Idaho. She said, “It’s always been a dream of mine to make my fudge available to the public, but it was the current economy that forced me to take the risk. It’s really come down to every... - September 15, 2009 - Treasure Valley Fudge LLC
Mama Theresa's Meatball Eating Contest Winners
Mama Theresa’s Pizzeria & Italian Eatery along with Mama Theresa’s Italian Specialties is pleased to announce that the first annual Meatball Eating Contest held on Sunday, September 6, 2009 was a great success raising a total of $1900.00 to be split equally and donated to Muscular Dystrophy and the New Windsor Volunteer Ambulance Corps. - September 14, 2009 - Mama Theresa's
The Flavors of Greece Have Been Brought to Hillsborough NJ with Taste of Crete's Grand Opening Celebration Saturday, September 19th
Taste of Crete, a gourmet food company focused on all natural and organic Greek imported products and ready prepared Greek meals based on family recipes, opens its first retail location. Saturday, September 19th will be the Grand Opening Celebration at 400 Route 206 South in Hillsborough, NJ 08844. - September 14, 2009 - Taste of Crete LLC
Indian Cuisine in West Hollywood, Electric Karma, Introduces Indian Mojito
Speaking of glamour, Electric Karma leaves nothing out, hosting both modern and classic Bollywood hits every Thursday evening on the projector screen in the main dining room. It is a absolutely great way to escape from everyday life, showing on blockbusters of Bollywood. A Sony pictures... - September 13, 2009 - electric karma
X Factor 2009 Winner is Bradfords Bakers
Bradfords Bakers, has become an official supplier to the X Factor after being invited to design a new X Factor logo and having the approval of no less than Simon Cowell. - September 11, 2009 - Bradfords Bakers
EcoTek Lighting Installs Backlit LED Menu Boards at Yoshinoya America Inc. to Maximize Energy Efficiency
Yoshinoya America Inc., famous for the original Beef Bowl®, and EcoTek Lighting jointly announced today that the Yoshinoya America Inc. will be installing energy efficient, high performance Menu Boards with LED illumination in its new store to help save the environment. The innovative Direct... - September 11, 2009 - EcoTek Lighting
SendCare.com Care Packages Remembers U.S. Heroes on the Eighth Anniversary of 9/11
Since January 2000, SendCare.com has helped families and friends stay connected with custom care packages. During that time, many members of the deployed military and countless college students have received cheer through this unique service. On the eighth anniversary of 9/11, the owner of SendCare.com Care Packages recalled those tragic events and urged everyone to pull together in the spirit of community. - September 11, 2009 - SendCare.com
Hi5 Wins Two MetroBravo Awards
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Hi5 won two 2009 MetroBravo! Awards presented by Metro Magazine. Hi5 received a MetroBravo Award in the category of best sports bar and received an honorable mention in the category of best dance club. The... - September 11, 2009 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Peacock Bar Announces Its Christmas Lunch Party Menu for Office Christmas Parties with Entertainment Including Burlesque, Cabaret, DJs and Dancing
The Peacock is Clapham Junction London's award winning 2am late night cocktail bar & club, but with a twist, combining burlesque and cabaret early evening with retro 70s/80s/90's Djs later on. - September 11, 2009 - Peacock Bar
New Chinese Chef Andrew Lee of the Renaissance Melaka Hotel, Malaysia
Renaissance Melaka Hotel proudly introduces its newest member of the family – Mr. Andrew Lee Teck Woon, who recently came abroad as Chinese Chef of Long Feng Chinese Restaurant. This talented chef, who hails from Kepong, carries with him 18 years of experience in the Cantonese culinary... - September 11, 2009 - Renaissance Melaka Hotel
S4i Partners with Retail and Distribution Leader Retalix Delivering Paperless Functionality to Their IBM System i Customers
S4i Systems’ document distribution, archiving and retrieval capabilities promote cost efficiency and deliver value. Integration with S4i allows Retalix to provide customers the document imaging functionality they need from the leading provider in their markets. - September 10, 2009 - S4i Systems
Installation Trial of 3A Sanitary Gauge
Winters Instruments is now offering a 30 day installation trial of the new 3A approved PAG Series Sanitary Gauge at no cost, commitment free. Fully backed by a 5-year warranty - the industry's best - these Made In USA gauges offer more corrosion resistance, service life and performance than the... - September 10, 2009 - Winters Instruments
enMotion® Line Features First-of-Its-Kind Towel
Georgia-Pacific Professional Launches New Towel with Lotion. - September 10, 2009 - Georgia-Pacific Professional
Beverage Plus Goes Public on the USA Stock Market with Its Listing on the Pink Sheets
Beverage Plus achieved its listing within the USA stock market and is presently trading on the Over the Counter Pink Sheets under the symbol CLNP.pk The Company is also traded on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in Germany under the symbol 3fc.de - September 09, 2009 - Beverage Plus
Happi House Restaurants Hit the 20-Million Milestone
Original California teriyaki chicken franchise, Happi House, passes a big milestone while implementing growth strategy. - September 09, 2009 - Happi House Franchise Corporation, Inc.
Aquentium, Inc. Announces Exclusive Distributorship Opportunities for the Country of Australia for Its Non-Chemical Sanitation and Food Processing Equipment
Aquentium, Inc. announced today that the company is now offering exclusive distributorship opportunities for its complete line of non-chemical food processing and sanitation equipment for the Country of Australia. The Aquentium non-chemical sanitation equipment is designed for improved food safety... - September 09, 2009 - Aquentium
Simplifast’s RTD Fasting Beverage Hits Shelves in Hi-Health Stores
Simplifast®, the first ready-to-drink fasting beverage, is now available in all 52 Hi-Health stores throughout Arizona. Simplifast has experienced accelerating growth at specialty supermarkets and regional supplement shops throughout the U.S. It is an ultra functional beverage, forging a brand... - September 08, 2009 - Simplifast, LLC
Get Ready for the Holidays with Winter Solstice Seasonal Ale
Anderson Valley Brewing Company (AVBC) is going to help you enjoy the holidays with their seasonal release of Winter Solstice Seasonal Ale. - September 08, 2009 - Anderson Valley Brewing Company
Rocky Top Hospitality Launches Redesigned Web Site
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, (www.rockytophospitality.com) has announced the launch of Rocky Top Hospitality’s redesigned Web site at www.rockytophospitality.com. The layout was designed by Ulanguzi, a Raleigh based design agency. The new Web site features an overview of Rocky... - September 06, 2009 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Organic Beef 2.0: the Greenest Cow, Perhaps?
The Spanish never dreamed that, centuries later, they would play a role in two different kinds of revolutions. Owing to changing climate and palates, the Conquistadores are directly involved in both the grass-fed and the sustainable ranching revolutions in the beef industry. USDA scientist Ed... - September 05, 2009 - American Criollo Beef Association
Purgatory Cellars/White Owl Winery Only Non-California Winery in U.S. to Win Medal in Largest Asian Wine Competition
Purgatory Cellars, a winery based in Illinois, is stepping up on the national and international wine stage with this award. Purgatory Cellars is the only winery in the United States to win an award in this competition that is not based in California. This could be the next up-and-coming winery in the tradition of the movie, "Bottle Shock." - September 05, 2009 - White Owl Winery/Purgatory Cellars
White Jasmine Joins Wisconsinmade.com's Artisan Group
Wisconsinmade.com, an e-commerce gourmet food and gift store, is pleased to announce the addition of Huma Siddiqui, founder of White Jasmine, to its growing family of Wisconsin artisans. - September 05, 2009 - Wisconsinmade.com
Trade Fixtures / New Leaf Designs Joins PureBond® Fabricator Network Quality Green Fixtures Built with Quality Green Materials
Trade Fixtures / New Leaf Designs, the industry leading bulk merchandising solutions provider, joins the PureBond® Fabricator Network to provide award winning fixtures manufactured out of green materials, and formaldehyde free. - September 04, 2009 - Trade Fixtures / New Leaf Designs LLC
Hi5 & TriBeer Offer Fantasy Football League
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Hi5 and TriBeer are coming together to host a fantasy football league this fall. The league is open to the public at no cost and will feature several weekly prizes in addition to the grand prize of a trophy,... - September 04, 2009 - Rocky Top Hospitality