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Go for Flavor with Frieda's Garlic Delight
New Garlic Delight™ is a delicious gift from the Mediterranean. - April 23, 2008 - Frieda's Specialty Produce Company
Gray & Creech Names New Account Executive
Vicky Hortman, president of Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc. (www.grayandcreech.com), a distributor of drinking water and coffee systems, has announced that Dee R. Whittington has joined the firm as an account executive. In this position, she will be responsible for prospecting new customer... - April 23, 2008 - Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc.
101 Margaritas for iPod® Adds a Twist to Cinco De Mayo
Raybook.com Delivers Portable Digital Reference for Cocktail Enthusiasts. - April 21, 2008 - Modality, Inc.
The Second Beer Form the Emerald Coast Beer Company is Available Now
The new brew is called 30-A Pale Ale and is owned by Birmingham-based Emerald Coast Beer Company, a Birmingham investment group managed by Red Mountain Beverage Company. The beer will be available at first only on draft at restaurants and bars. The initial product rollout includes distribution in... - April 21, 2008 - Linearstone Holding Corporation
Five Star Butter Co. “Best Butter On Earth” Featured in TIME Magazine
"Gourmet Groceries" article describes "Best Butter On Earth" as "Lavish... clean-tasting creaminess." - April 19, 2008 - Five Star Butter Co.
Lee Hortman Named Vice President of National Water Dealers Association
Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc. (www.grayandcreech.com), a Raleigh-based distributor of drinking water and coffee systems, has announced that Lee Hortman, vice president of the firm, has been named vice president of the National Water Dealers Association (NWDA), a dealer network dedicated to... - April 18, 2008 - Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc.
VIBCO Vibrators Eliminate Clogging, Production Downtime at Cheese Manufacturer
VIBCO BVS-190 Silent Pneumatic Turbine Vibrators vibrate hopper discharge chutes and walls to keep cheese flowing. - April 18, 2008 - VIBCO Vibrators
Natureworks LLC Marks the Fourth Ingeo™ Earth Month with the Launch of the Ingeo™ Earth Month Creative Gallery Titled "Fantastic Natural Plastic" on Earth Day, April 22
A journey from today's reality of mass consumption and its environmental impact through a pop-up sustainable installation and designs by Chris Jordan and Bryan Robert Hamecs, eco-fashion preview by established designers, and a round-table panel on "How Responsible Innovation Comes to Everyday Life." - April 17, 2008 - Ingeo Earth Month
Sarasota’s Outdoor Lighting Experts, NiteLites, to Help Sponsor the Annual “Tropical Nights” - Meals on Wheels Annual Fundraising Event
Randy and Becky White, local owners and operators of NiteLites Outdoor Lighting of Sarasota are participating in the annual fundraising event ‘Tropical Nights’ which will be held at the home of Darrell and Mary Ann Turner of Turner Tree and Landscape. The proceeds from this event will benefit the area Meals on Wheels Program. - April 17, 2008 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting
(five-o-three) restaurant & bar Goes to the Races with Kentucky Derby Viewing Party, Other April/May Events
Today, (five-0-three) restaurant & bar, West Linn, Oregon's locally sourced, globally inspired fine-dining eatery, announced a Southern-style luncheon and Kentucky Derby viewing party on Saturday, May 3, two Winemaker's Dinners and a Mother's Day Jazz Brunch. - April 16, 2008 - (five-0-three) restaurant & bar
Snooth Announces International Expansion, Regional Search Capability
Users from over 40 countries now connected with local merchants and price information. - April 16, 2008 - Snooth
Stellar Restaurant Solutions Supports the Annual International Foodservice Technology Expo
Stellar Restaurant Solutions will be exhibiting at the Annual International Foodservice Technology Expo (FS/TEC) in Texas from 16th - 19th April 2008. - April 16, 2008 - Stellar
Popularity of "Spiritual Water" Inspires Launch of Profitable Network Marketing Opportunity
New Business Combines a Recession-Proof Product with a Spiritual Mission to Revive Faith, Hope, and Health. - April 14, 2008 - Spiritual Brands, Inc.
LegalView Announced Its Newest Practice Area with Details of a Popular Cereal Recall Due to Salmonella
LegalView created a new information portal with details on the latest cereal recall due to salmonella in order to provide victims with up-to-date news of the cereal recall. The Malt-O-Meal brand of unsweetened Puffed Rice and unsweetened Puffed Wheat cereals where recently recalled because of salmonella contamination. - April 13, 2008 - LegalView
Corner Cafe at Tunxis Community College Offers True Blue Coffee Roasters Organic Fair Trade Coffee
Organic Fair Trade coffee roaster announces that their limited-edition Earthstock 2008 coffee blend is now being served at the Corner Cafe inside Tunxis Community College in Farmington, CT. - April 13, 2008 - True Blue Coffee Roasters
Accountability Solution for the Food Industry
Produce Safety and Security International provides a food safety accountability and tracking solution for the global produce industry. - April 13, 2008 - Produce Safety and Security International Inc
Reluctant Gourmet Offers Students a Way Into the Kitchen
The Reluctant Gourmet, an online resource for home cooks and individuals thinking of going to culinary arts school, awarded its first culinary scholarship in association with Chefs4Students.org to a student at the International Culinary School of Arts in Michigan. - April 13, 2008 - The Reluctant Gourmet
Mini Thin® Rush™ Liquid Energy Shot Signs on as Exclusive Energy Drink Sponsor of Broker Boxing Miami 2008
Revolutionary New Energy Drink Partners with the Broker Boxing Federation to Raise Money for Local Charity in the Miami Area. - April 12, 2008 - BDI Marketing
Now Available in NYC, Tucher Helles Hefe Weizen is the Perfect Warm Weather Beer
Tucher Helles Hefe Weizen, the award-winning, highly-fermented southern German style of wheat beer with a distinctively cloudy appearance, is being introduced to the New York market. Refreshingly light, yet full-flavored, Tucher Helles Hefe Weizen is the perfect warm weather beer. Imported by... - April 12, 2008 - Binding Brauerei USA
MGR Ventures Introduces New Light-Weight Uplifter Handcart
MGR Ventures introduces a new light-weight version of it's innovative Uplifter Handcart. The Uplifter handcart automatically lifts and lowers packages for the user to prevent stress and injury to the back. The unit requires no power and carries the same footprint as a regular handcart. - April 12, 2008 - MGR Ventures LLC
Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc. to Participate in 2008 Business Expo
Vicky Hortman, president of Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc. (www.grayandcreech.com), a Raleigh-based distributor of drinking water and coffee systems, has announced that the firm will participate in the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce 2008 Business Expo, which is scheduled for Thursday,... - April 12, 2008 - Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc.
Rocky Top Hospitality Announces Girls’ Night Out
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that the company will host a Girls’ Night Out: Cocktail Party at The Stinger Lounge, located at 1705 Millbrook Road in North Raleigh, inside of 1705Prime Steakhouse on Wednesday, May 14 at 6 p.m. The class will teach tips and tricks of... - April 12, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Capital City Grocery Offers Knife, Scissor and Clipper Blade Sharpening
Sue Weems, vice president of Capital City Grocery (www.capitalcitygrocery.com), has announced that the grocer will host knife, scissor and clipper blade sharpening by ISharpenIt sharpening service on the second Saturday of every month. Sharpened tools provide customers with blades that stay sharp... - April 10, 2008 - Capital City Grocery
Free Shipping and a Price Lock Guarantee from Traverse Bay Farms
Many shoppers are tired of paying shipping costs and ever increasing prices, Traverse Bay Farms offers free shipping and a price lock guarantee. - April 10, 2008 - Traverse Bay Farms
The Caipirinha: Cocktail of the 2008 Recession? Cachaça Leading Growth Trends Among Spirits’ Categories
In 1982, it was the Classic Martini. In 1992 it was the Margarita. In 2001, the Cosmopolitan. What’s the cocktail of the 2008 recession? Many are pointing to the Caipirinha, the Brazilian national cocktail made with Cachaça, Brazil’s national spirit. After all, who knows how... - April 09, 2008 - Leblon Cachaca
Wine Spectator Features NIXdesign Product
Carol Nix, president of NIXdesign Inc, has announced that the Fusion™ Stemware Rack has been featured in this month’s issue of Wine Spectator magazine. The product is the first in a signature line of high-end modern wine accessories. This folding stemware display and drying rack was... - April 09, 2008 - NIXdesign, Inc.
Los Angeles HR Outsourcing Firm CPEhr Celebrates 25th Anniversary by Supporting Local Non-Profit Organizations
CPEhr, a leading California Human Resources Outsourcing firm, announced its plans to support California-based non-profit organizations, including clients and local firms in celebration of its 25th year in business. - April 08, 2008 - CPE HR, Inc.
Resveratrol Cited as Key to Slowing the Aging Process in Barbara Walters Special
Resveratrol is key to living to be 150 years old. Scientists have found that resveratrol works on a gene called SERT1 that controls the aging process. While the company that is making a synthetic version of resveratrol is in Phase One of clinical trials, people can get an all-natural form of resveratrol in a supplement called NutraGrape. It is available online at www.nutragrape.com. - April 08, 2008 - NutraGrape
Taste of South Tampa Returns with Savory Delights
As one of the most highly-anticipated, annual charitable events, the Taste of South Tampa will return for the third year on Sunday, April 27, 2008. Sponsored by the South Tampa Chamber of Commerce and taking place in Hyde Park Village from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m., the event will feature samples from... - April 07, 2008 - Taste of South Tampa
TEQUILARACK™ Offering Hand Selected Tequila Tasting Flights to Taste and Compare
International Tasting Group (ITG), the sole U.S. importer of six 100% Agave Micro Tequila brands, debuts its patented take-home tasting kit, TEQUILARACK™ in select US markets. Each of the three Micro brands in the Tequila tasting kits is from a different Tequilera within the Tequila Appellation of Origin in Mexico. - April 07, 2008 - International Tasting Group
Food Manufacturer Featured in Webinar Ends Data Integrity Issues with Single ERP System
Deacom, Inc. President Jay Deakins presented the webinar "Does Your Business Software Have Integrity?" on Wednesday, April 2, 2008, in conjunction with Food Engineering Magazine. This free event explored how heart-healthy tortilla maker La Tortilla Factory® selected and implemented... - April 06, 2008 - Deacom
The Regency Resort & Health Spa Voted "The Readers Choice Award Winner" by Spa Finders Magazine, as One of the Worlds Top Ten Destination Spas
Centered around the concept of a Vegetarian Wellness Lifestyle, guests not only experience the benefits of weightloss, gourmet vegetarian cuisine and physical fitness, but also the virtues of a peaceful and positive attitude for the mind, body and spirit. - April 04, 2008 - Regency Health Spa
Capital City Grocery Introduces Ninth St. Bakery Products
Sue Weems, vice president of Capital City Grocery (www.capitalcitygrocery.com), has announced that the grocer will now offer bread selections from Ninth St. Bakery, located in Durham. All Ninth St. Bakery breads are “made from scratch” with carefully selected ingredients to ensure... - April 04, 2008 - Capital City Grocery
Sensory Branding With DMX
With the economy in this present condition, it is vital that a business establishment or company brand stay on employees and customers' minds. Providing customers with a wonderful experience should be number the #1 priority when it comes to making sure a business establishes customer loyalty and retains more customers. To help, DMX has launched sophisticated sensory experiences for companies who are looking to retain existing customers and attract new ones. - April 03, 2008 - DMX
WineAndHospitalityJobs.com Upgrades Their System for Connecting Employers and Job Seekers
Outside the Lines, Inc., operators of the popular industry job board WineAndHospitalityJobs.com, announced the addition of several new features to the job board, enhancing the functionality for both job seekers and employers. - April 03, 2008 - Community Cafe & Annex Wine Bar
New "Going Bananas" Cookbook
A new cookbook dedicated solely to bananas called "Going Bananas" Cookbook has just been released. It is offered by Good Cooking Central and contains 101 recipes for banana lovers. - April 03, 2008 - PLR Membership Elite
TRŪ Chocolate Sensations Launches Healthy Chocolate
TRŪ Chocolate. It’s all about the chocolate! The “Guilt Free” Chocolate Choice Completely Organic. Sugarless: Sweetened with Xylitol. - April 02, 2008 - Get Fit And Have Fun - Body By Vi
The Twisted Fork Grill, Market & Bar Debuts Catered Box Lunches
The Twisted Fork Grill, Market & Bar (www.thetwistedfork.com), located at Triangle Town Center in Raleigh, has announced that the restaurant now offers catered box lunches. These box lunches include a sandwich, side item and a homemade truffle or cookie. Each lunch costs $7.99 and includes all... - April 02, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc. Announces BioCote Technology
Vicky Hortman, president of Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc. (www.grayandcreech.com), a Raleigh-based distributor of drinking water and coffee systems, has announced that the company is now offering BioCote. BioCote is a unique anti-microbial agent based on silver ion technology that inhibits... - April 02, 2008 - Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc.
Stellar Restaurant Solutions Wins Outsourced Order Management Contract with Borriello Brothers Pizza Chain
Colorado restaurant chain to centralize pizza phone orders and payment processing by outsourcing to Stellar Restaurant Solutions. - April 02, 2008 - Stellar
Cold Cookies and Baseball: Bella’s at Shorebird Stadium
Bella’s Cookies, a natural & organic cookie company, is serving up its gourmet cookies this year at Shorebird Stadium (home of the Delmarva Shorebirds, a minor league affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles). More parks are now providing natural and organic snacks for their customers. - April 02, 2008 - Bella's Cookies
1in3Trinity Energy Drink Sponsors BMX Team Flatmonkey
1in3Trinity addresses youth culture with this strategic sponsorship. - April 01, 2008 - 1in3Trinity LLC
GoCelly Announces Today the Employment of Crawford Shaw as Marketing and Sales Director for GoCelly.com
Celly Corp announces the newest addition to the GoCelly.com family, Crawford Shaw as Marketing and Sales Director. - March 31, 2008 - GoCelly.com
Jo To Go America, Inc. Rolls Out "Phase Two" of Jo To Go Coffee/Taco Flamingo Co-Brand Concept
Franchise Introduces Authentic Mexican Catering Program to Co-Brand Concept. - March 30, 2008 - Taco Flamingo | Jo To Go Coffee
True Blue Coffee Roasters Names Linda L. Keller Roastmaster as Continued Growth Shifts Management
West Virginia premium Organic gourmet coffee roaster announces changes in management as company continues rapid growth. Linda L. Keller assumes the position of roastmaster as Rob Luzader focuses on day to day operations. - March 30, 2008 - True Blue Coffee Roasters
RNCOS Releases Report on "Philippines Food, Beverages and Tobacco Market Forecast Until 2011"
The market research report, "Philippines Food, Beverages and Tobacco Market Forecast until 2011" by RNCOS is a work of in-depth study and evaluation of the past, current, and future market trends in the Food, Beverage and Tobacco industry of the Philippines. This report has been made to... - March 30, 2008 - RNCOS
Rose City Chocolatier Announces Vegan Line Using the Animal Friendly Sugar Beet
Not all sugars are created equal, and it’s something that leaves vegans very thankful. Rose City Chocolatier confirmed its guarantee today that their line of vegan chocolates contain no animal products in the processing of the sugar used. - March 29, 2008 - Rose City Chocolatier
Vodka Enters the Wine Space ZYR Russian Vodka - Only Spirit - at Prestigious Florida Wine Festival
Gold Medal Winner ZYR Russian Vodka featured for the first time in the 22 year history of the annual Sandestin Wine Festival in NorthWestern Florida. - March 28, 2008 - ZYR Russian Vodka
Kinetico Water Systems Can Reduce Pharmaceuticals in Drinking Water
Kinetico’s drinking water treatment systems with Reverse Osmosis (RO) can reduce the amount of trace pharmaceuticals in drinking water. According to the Water Quality Association, filtering systems in the home provide the highest technology available for treatment of drinking water. - March 28, 2008 - Kinetico Quality Water
Liquor Group Welcomes "H" Liqueur
So Unique a Huckleberry Liqeuer. - March 28, 2008 - Liquor Group