Food & Beverage News

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Tobacco Road Cabernet Takes a Gold Medal at International Wine Judging

Tobacco Road Cellars (TRC), a boutique winery with Tarheel State roots, received a major accolade in the winemaking world, taking home a Gold Medal at the 2008 Riverside International Wine Competition. Wine industry experts awarded Tobacco Road’s 2005 “Vitality” Cabernet Sauvignon... - May 15, 2008 - Tobacco Road Cellars

Foodservice Industry Webinar - Staple Yourself to a Claim

A Foodservice University webinar, Staple Yourself to a Claim, is scheduled for Friday, May 30, at 2:00 p.m. EDT. This free foodservice industry webinar will cover how a typical claim travels through the Trade Promotion Management process and the best practices used in settling claims. Explanations... - May 15, 2008 - Answers Systems Inc.

True Blue Coffee Roasters Announces 2 New Organic Fair Trade Espresso Blends

Old Fields, WV-based Organic Fair Trade coffee roaster offers 2 new handcrafted espresso blends made with 100% Fair Trade arabica beans and roasted to perfection. - May 15, 2008 - True Blue Coffee Roasters

The Taco Rack by La-Cook-a-Rack-a, Ltd., Attracts Buyers at the Gourmet Housewares Show

One of the hottest items at the Las Vegas Gourmet Housewares Show was the Taco Rack, by La-Cook-a-Rack-a, Ltd. The buzz attracted buyers from national retail and boutique gourmet stores to the exhibit of Long Island-based company’s gourmet taco cookware and grill ware. Invented, designed and... - May 14, 2008 - La-Cook-a-Rack-a, Ltd.

Grand Opening of New Frozen Yogurt Café Attracts Thousands

New Self-serve frozen yogurt cafe's Grand Opening brings in the crowds; 200 gallons of yogurt sold in two days. - May 12, 2008 - Nubi Yogurt

Co-Owner of Capital City Grocery and Venture Management Inc. Receives 40 Under 40 Award

Sue Weems, co-owner of Capital City Grocery (www.capitalcitygrocery.com), has announced that Mason Weems, co-owner of Capital City Grocery and owner and principal of Venture Management Inc., has received the Triangle Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 Leadership Award, which honors up-and-coming... - May 11, 2008 - Capital City Grocery

Shine Advertising Named Agency of Record for Wisconsin Cheese, Growing Regional Shop to Represent National Icon

The Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, a nonprofit organization of Wisconsin dairy producers that promotes the consumption of milk, cheese and other dairy products made in America’s Dairyland, has named Shine Advertising agency of record for Wisconsin Cheese, following a month-long review with... - May 10, 2008 - Shine Advertising

Why Coffee Drinkers Are Switching to a Healthier Coffee from Gano Excel. Healthy Coffee is Introduced to Millions of Coffee Drinkers in USA & Canada.

Healthy Coffee from Gano Excel offers Coffee Drinkers a Healthier Alternative. You still get the aroma and the taste of a delicious cup of coffee, but Healthy Coffee is drenched in health-giving nutrients with every sip. Healthy Coffee has arrived in North America and offers the gourmet taste without the hefty price tag and helps promote good health at the same time. Featuring a unique blend of ganoderma, well-known in Asian medicine as the “King Of Herbs.” - May 09, 2008 - Scott OBrien

Brand New Micro-Winery Opens in New York State

Adirondack Winery & Tasting Room, a brand-new micro-winery located in the Adirondacks Region of Upstate New York in the gorgeous tourist town of Lake George, will hold its grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, May 15 at 5pm. The festivities will continue all weekend. Come in for a wine-tasting, to shop the wide array of wine-related accessories and gifts, or to pick up some gourmet cheese and chocolate. - May 09, 2008 - Adirondack Winery & Tasting Room

OlindaRidge.com, a Handcrafted Olive Oil Online Boutique, Launches Affiliate Program on the AvantLink Network

Leading California olive oil retailer, OlindaRidge.com, joins AvantLink.com to provide cutting edge products and technologies through an aggressive program for affiliate partners. Perfect for affiliates interested in promoting in food and gift categories. - May 09, 2008 - Olinda Ridge Olive Company

Food Marketing Firm Launches Online PR Portal for Food Producers, Press

Florida-based food marketing firm hires national food writer and launches PR website for the gourmet and specialty food industry. - May 09, 2008 - Gourmet Business Solutions

Wonderful Pomegranate Now in Liquid Form - a Healthful Addition to Fruit Recipes

Gaining in popularity as one of nature’s superfruits, the healthful goodness of Wonderful Pomegranates is now available in convenient teaspoon-full quantities, changing the usual 8 ounce serving of juice to one easy swallow. Each teaspoon of FruitFast® Wonderful Pomegranate Liquid Fruit... - May 09, 2008 - Fruit Fast

James P. Hewitt RN Publishes "The Adirondack Cookbook"

James Hewitt hopes that The Adirondack Cookbook helps to expand your food knowledge and doesn’t expand your waist. He believes that no matter what your cooking skill, you will find this book a rewarding read. This book provides a wide variety of lip smacking mouth watering recipes. Mr. Hewitt has collected many recipes from the people and restaurants in the Adirondack Mountain in upstate New York. - May 09, 2008 - Jim Hewitt Writing

Gray & Creech Names New Account Manager

Vicky Hortman, president of Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc. (www.grayandcreech.com), a distributor of drinking water and coffee systems, has announced that Jim Dubovec has joined the firm as an account executive. In this position, he will be responsible for prospecting new customer clientele,... - May 08, 2008 - Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc.

Racing Tire Beverage Tube Revs Up Race Day

A new racing-themed beverage dispenser has been introduced as a fun and innovative way for bars, restaurants, and racing fans to enhance their race day experience. A Beer Tube is a 100-ounce beverage dispenser with a sports-themed base that keeps beverages colder than a traditional pitcher. The Beer Tube is easy to fill and can be used with any cold beverage. - May 08, 2008 - BeerTubes.com

Screen Door Restaurant Offering Limited Number of Opening Night Reservations to Public

Scott Jones, the proprietor and creator of Screen Door Restaurant has announced that the restaurant is accepting a limited number of reservations to join his invited guests on the first night of dinner service, the evening of Saturday, May 31. Screen Door Executive Chef Fitzgerald Dodd will be debuting his unique dinner menu for the first time following two weeks of private previews and receptions. - May 07, 2008 - Screen Door Restaurant

The International Brangus Breeders Association Announces International Issue of the Brangus Journal

The International Brangus Breeders Association (IBBA), along with Brangus Publications Inc (BPI), is currently in production of its inaugural international issue of the Brangus Journal. With the March 27, 2008 announcement that Mexico would be easing import restrictions for US cattle, the IBBA will... - May 07, 2008 - International Brangus Breeders Association

InvestorIdeas.com Reports on Trends in Organic, Natural Foods – Are the Undercurrents There to Prove the Oracle Wrong Long Term?

Warren Buffett Finances Candy Maker – Betting on Old School Eating Trends; Sugar as a Staple of North American Diets - May 07, 2008 - InvestorIdeas.com

Extremen Premium Beverage: a New Kind of Energy and Natural Health Drink

ENC Worldwide Marketing has embarked on a worldwide mission, bringing their new energy drink to the public. - May 07, 2008 - ENC Worldwide Marketing

QSR Magazine Columnist Nominated for 58th Annual Journalist Award

QSR magazine announced today the nomination of columnist Roy Bergold to the 58th annual Green Eyeshade Awards for outstanding achievement in journalism. - May 06, 2008 - QSR Magazine

Golden Lamb Celebrates 200th Anniversary

The Golden Lamb and The Creative Department Make History. Cincinnati advertising agency The Creative Department, launches new campaign for 200-year old restaurant. After 200 years, the Golden Lamb has gotten new blood and new life ¬– new operators, new menu items, new facelift, but... - May 06, 2008 - The Creative Department

Flying Dog Brewery Releases Kerberos Tripel and Canis Major Mixed Pack

Flying Dog Brewery recently announced the release of a new addition to their “litter of ales” as Kerberos Tripel joins the brewery’s highly acclaimed Canis Major Series. Kerberos Tripel is a bottle conditioned, strong Belgian-style ale with a slightly hazy appearance and... - May 06, 2008 - Flying Dog Brewery

Tavern on the Green's Annual Mother's Day Salute

Outline of Mother's Day festivities at New York City's world renowned Tavern on the Green. - May 05, 2008 - Tavern on the Green

Gray & Creech Announces New Sales Support Representative

Vicky Hortman, president of Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc. (www.grayandcreech.com), a distributor of drinking water and coffee systems, has announced that Damien Jones has joined the firm as a sales support representative. In this position, Jones will be responsible for prospecting new... - May 04, 2008 - Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc.

Red Mountain Beverage Company Launches Vulcan Energy Drink

Birmingham, AL - Red Mountain Beverage Company has taken the wraps off a new energy drink, which it hopes will find a niche in the $3 billion a year energy drink market. The new drink is called Vulcan Energy Drink and is owned by Birmingham-based Red Mountain Beverage Company. The drink will be... - May 04, 2008 - Linearstone Holding Corporation

Stretch Your Economic Stimulus Payment with Traverse Bay Farms

Traverse Bay Farms is offering consumers to ability to stretch their economic stimulus payments by an additional 10% on healthy products. Traverse Bay Farms is offering consumers the ability to stretch their stimulus payment check from Uncle Sam by offering an additional 10% when they make a... - May 03, 2008 - Traverse Bay Farms

FruitFast Blog Features Hors d’oeuvres to Desserts

FruitFast® Liquids make tasty, healthy addition to recipes. Restaurant chefs to homemakers are adding the 100% fruit product to an array of recipes for taste, color and nutrition. - May 03, 2008 - Fruit Fast

Eastside Mart Upgrades to Organic Fair Trade Coffee from True Blue Coffee Roasters

Providence, R.I. convenience store chooses Organic Fair Trade coffee from True Blue Coffee Roasters to complete the upgrade of their coffee program. - May 03, 2008 - True Blue Coffee Roasters

Outside the Lines, Inc. Announces the Creation of a New Social Network for the Wine & Hospitality Industry

Outside the Lines, Inc., operators of the popular industry job board WineAndHospitalityJobs.com, announced the addition of a new social network, aimed at wine & hospitality professionals. - May 02, 2008 - Community Cafe & Annex Wine Bar

Capital City Grocery Hosts Free Live Music Events

Sue Weems, co-owner of Capital City Grocery (www.capitalcitygrocery.com), has announced that the grocery will host free, live music events with complimentary food and beverage tastings on their front porch every Friday. The following bands will perform at Capital City Grocery: • Untraveled... - May 02, 2008 - Capital City Grocery

Brown House Bakery’s Treats to Appear on the Rachael Ray Show; Baked Goods to be Discussed During an Upcoming Episode

Brown House Bakery’s freshly baked goods will make an appearance on Rachael Ray’s daytime talk show this week. The bakery’s gourmet oatmeal raisin cookies will be featured during the “Snack of the Day” segment of the show. The episode airs on Wednesday, April 30, 2008... - May 02, 2008 - Brown House Bakery

It is Time to Celebrate with Friends This Cinco de Mayo with Dos Equis

Dos Equis is bringing the celebration directly to the people in nine markets this Cinco de Mayo. Heineken USA, the Dos Equis Brand Beer and MediaVest Worldwide have secured the services of Trafficadz, Inc., [member of the GoMobile Advertising Network], to launch an innovative alternative outdoor... - May 01, 2008 - GoMobile

Hillside Candy to Debut New Packaging and Flavors for Popular GoNaturally® Hand Made Organic Hard Candy Line

Convenient, New Gusseted Stand Up Bag and Two New Delicious Flavors in USDA Certified Organic Hard Candy Line to Debut at 2008 All Candy Expo. - May 01, 2008 - Hillside Candy

Candy Dynamics to Debut Exciting New Product Additions to Toxic Waste Family of Hazardously Sour Candy at 2008 All Candy Expo

Indianapolis Candy Company Set to Sour the Action at Top Confection Industry Convention. - May 01, 2008 - Candy Dynamics

Monet's Palate - Claude Monet Featured in American Public Television Newsletter

Monet's Palate - the two passions of Claude Monet is featured this May by American Public Television. - May 01, 2008 - AFB Productions Inc

Claude Monet - Monet's Palate - Monet's Taste for Wine Revealed

Monet's Palate - The world of Claude Monet - Monet's Taste for Wine featured in the Wine Spectator on-line. - May 01, 2008 - AFB Productions Inc

WinePress.US 4th Annual Winefest Itinerary Completed

The fourth annual WinePress.US Winefest will be held July 10-12th, 2008 at the Flamingo Resort & Spa in Santa Rosa, California. Events to include a free full day bus winery tour, including lunch and tasting fees, private tours, two full days of seminars on winemaking & grape growing, winemaking competition, small winery tasting and more. - April 30, 2008 - WinePress.US

Ortus PR Helps Make Papa John’s Opening of 100 Stores in China a Great Success

Press release explains how Ortus PR successfully implemented and was in charge of all PR and marketing activities related to the Papa John's "100 Stores in China" campaign. - April 30, 2008 - Ortus Group (Shanghai)

Rose City Chocolatier Announces Delectable Milk Chocolates for National Milk Chocolate Day

With the arrival of National Milk Chocolate Day on July 28, Rose City Chocolatier announces their spectacular line of milk chocolates, with flavors such as Amaretto Ganache, Hazelnut, Smooth Caramel, Rose City’s Fine Mint and Lemon Cream to tempt and satisfy any palate. - April 30, 2008 - Rose City Chocolatier

Monet's Palate - Claude Monet

Claude Monet had two passions art and food and both meet at Monet's Palate - April 29, 2008 - AFB Productions Inc

2008 Dine America Conference Another Success

QSR magazine has announced that the 2008 Dine America conference, held this year in Houston, Texas, was another success. - April 29, 2008 - QSR Magazine

Ritters Frozen Custard Launches Sandwich and Pizza Menu

Ritters Frozen Custard expanding menu in test to attract Lunch and Dinner customers. The menu was developed and implemented in a venture with MZD Restaurant and Retail Development and Fuzion Food Group. - April 27, 2008 - MZD Restaurant and Retail Development

Granite Shield – Eco Friendly and Helps the Environment

Granite Shield helps in reducing plastic containers in landfills - April 26, 2008 - Granite Shield

Queen of Chitlins Spreads the Wealth

Shauna Anderson kicks off her youth mentoring program with Baseball Great Gary Sheffield’s daughters. - April 26, 2008 - Chitlins By Shauna

Mr. Boston: Official Bartender's and Party Guide for iPod® Now Available on Raybook.com

Classic drink-mixing reference book transformed into a portable digital reference. - April 25, 2008 - Modality, Inc.

Hillside Candy Names Steven Style Group as Exclusive Marketing Communications Agency for GoNaturally™ Organic Candy

Delicious Hand Made USDA Certified Organic Hard Candy Line Joins Roster of Clientele at Renowned New York City Marketing Communications Firm. - April 25, 2008 - The Steven Style Group

IFIS to Launch New Version of FSTA Direct Database

The International Food Information Service (IFIS) announces the launch of their new online database interface, FSTA Direct v2, for May 2008. FSTA Direct v2 offers an improved way to search the FSTA – Food Science and Technology Abstracts® database. - April 25, 2008 - IFIS