Food & Beverage News

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NYC Bakery Hits One Out of the Park

Eleni's New York announces the launch of their new line of baseball themed gift tins in celebration of America's favorite pastime. - July 14, 2006 - Eleni's New York

Health-Conscious Consumers Bet on Grab Ems Chips as Nutritious Snack Alternative

Health-conscious consumers give Grab Em Snacks gourmet plantain chips a hearty "two thumbs up!" as a nutritious and satisfying alternative to the ubiquitous potato chip. Created by Geetha Jayaraman of Basking Ridge, NJ, the homemade chips that were once a best-kept local secret are now achieving international acclaim thanks to their recent online debut at http://www.GrabEmSnacks.com. - July 13, 2006 - Grab Em Snacks

Fresh Summer Melons are Back

Frieda's offerings this Summer include SpriteMelon™ with its sweet flavor combination of honeydew, pear and watermelon, Camouflage® Melon, a Frieda’s exclusive, that’s crunchy, juicy and exceptionally sweet, and Temptation™ Melon, a cross between green and orange fleshed honeydew with a flavor that hints of cantaloupe. - July 11, 2006 - Frieda's Specialty Produce Company

Get Euphoric - One Suck Will Blow You Away

Euphoria Smoothies announces the company and the official grand opening. - July 08, 2006 - Euphoria

Chocolate Zoom Introduces You to Famous Chocolatiers

The absolute indulgence online magazine cools your senses this July - July 07, 2006 - Zoom Media & Productions

From Vice To Rice

After 25 years of police service, Officer has his sights set on spreading the latest desserts. - July 05, 2006 - Miami Rice Pudding Co

Wine Design Notices Increase in the Number of Proposals Made Using Personalised Wine Labels

Personalised wine leader, Wine Design, have noticed a marked increase in the number of proposals made using a personalised "will you marry me" label. - July 03, 2006 - Wine Design

Bella's Cookies Creates All Natural & Organic Cookie with Dogfish Head Craft Brewery - "Rumazin"

Bella’s Cookies, Delaware’s 1st all natural and organic cookie company releases their 4th all natural and organic creation… a rum raisin cookie called “Rumazin” featuring the Brown Honey Rum of Dogfish Head Craft Brewery in Rehoboth Beach. - June 30, 2006 - Bella's Cookies

Liquid Brands Management Announces the Launch of the New Beverage Industry Portal, MexicoBeverage.com

New Internet Portal helps American Beverage Distributors export their sodas, energy drinks, and other beverages to Mexico. - June 29, 2006 - Liquid Brands Management, Inc.

Ikon True Russian Vodka Ignites V2 Records National Release Parties

Ikon True Russian Vodka teams up with V2 Records for national release parties. - June 28, 2006 - Ikon Spirits Inc.

BubbleFlo™ Generates Excitement at Wine & Beer Show

New Winemaking Technology Introduced at St. Catharines Conference in Canada - June 28, 2006 - Bubble Flo Inc.

WearWine.com Founder Presents Workshop on Incorporating Wine into Everyday Life

Adu Jahmal presents the workshop "Everything I Learned about Wine, I Learned in Kindergarten: Let's Keep it Simple... How to Incorporate Wine into Everyday Life" at, the leading wine education organization, the Society of Wine Educator's 30th annual conference in Eugene, Oregon at 4 pm on... - June 22, 2006 - WearWine.com

The Legend of Voodoo Tiki Tequila. Is there Really Magic Inside?

Tequila, the mysterious liquor, is surrounded by legends, myths and lots of lore. Borne out of the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico and created from an indigenous plant, the blue agave. Perhaps one of the more popular brands surrounded by as much legend and lore as tequila itself is the brand “Voodoo Tiki.” - June 17, 2006 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.

Upcoming Concert Brings Founder of VooDoo Tiki Tequila Back to the Celebrity Inspiration for His Company

Tour featuring old rivals leads to new rivalry. - June 07, 2006 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.

Jolly Rancher Soda Exports to Mexico

Liquid Brands Management, Inc. exported and sold their first full container load of Jolly Rancher Soda to Mexico. It was sold to distributors in Tijuana and Mexicali, the northern part of Mexico. - June 07, 2006 - Liquid Brands Management, Inc.

Bethlehem's Best Gourmet Sauces Introduces a Line of Gourmet Sauces that are Low Sugar and Low Carb but High in Flavor

Gourmet Sauce Company embraces healthy eating. - June 01, 2006 - Bethlehem's Best Gourmet Sauces

Little Red Wagon Announces Hawaii 5 Oats Granola

Just in time for summer, Little Red Wagon announces the release of the latest variety in their line of natural granolas: Hawaii 5 Oats. This blend of oats, cashews, banana and coconut with chunks of papaya, pineapple, banana chips, and billowy coconut flakes is "pure summer in a bag". - May 31, 2006 - Little Red Wagon LLC

Banana Leaf Welcomes Singha Leadership and Miss Universe 2005 Natalie Glebova

Banana Leaf, Thai cuisine welcomed Natalie Glebova, Miss Universe 2005 and Singha’s new Ambassador to the nations. Singha’s leadership team Mr. Chutinant Bhirombhakdi, Executive Vice President/ Director of Boon Rawd Brewery Co., Ltd., and Mr. Tom Kruesopon, Chief Executive Officer were also kind enough to join Banana Leaf at its Dallas location. - May 23, 2006 - Banana Leaf LLC

Technical and R&D Investments Reinforce Fortitech Europe's Growth Objectives

Halfway through 2006, Fortitech Europe continues to take significant strides toward optimizing its ability to supply food and beverage manufacturers a full range of top-quality nutrient premixes. - May 23, 2006 - Fortitech, Inc.

Voodoo Tiki Tells the Truths About Tequila--Test Your Tequila IQ

Tequila is a mythical, magical drink, believed by many to contain incredible mystical properties. Perhaps the most mysterious liquor, surrounded by legends, myths and lots of lore is “tequila.” Tequila is an alcoholic spirit borne out of the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, created from fermented and distilled indigenous plant, the blue agave. Voodoo Tiki tequila (www.VoodooTiki.com) has been inundated with questions. - May 17, 2006 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.

Travel Around the World in 60 Miles June 17 - 18, 2006

Travel around the World in 60 Miles without leaving the Hudson Valley. Join the Shawangunk Wine Trail June 17th and 18th, 2006 and savor the foods and atmosphere of 11 countries at 11 wineries. Participants are invited grab their passport… their Shawangunk Wine Trail Passport and... - May 16, 2006 - Shawangunk Wine Trail

Virgo Publishing’s Food Product Design magazine, the Food Ingredient & Flavors Industry's Leading Publication, Named Media Sponsor of May 23 FDA Food Label Teleconference

The Global Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences, has announced today that Virgo Publishing, publisher of Food Product Design magazine, the leading publication in the food ingredient and flavors industry, will be a media sponsor for the upcoming FDA Food Labeling Teleconference scheduled for May 23, 2006 at 11:00 am EDT. - May 09, 2006 - The Knowledge Group

logabottle.com Combines New Technology with the Growing World of Wine Tasting

Mobile access, AJAX and Google Maps bring emerging Web technologies to the world of wine tasting and tracking, for free, at logabottle.com. - May 08, 2006 - logabottle

Charlotte VIP Announces the 5th Jazz, Art and Wine Spectacular in SouthPark to Launch the Spring Season

Growing Charlotte, NC festival features an array of local restaurants, artists and wine retailers. - May 08, 2006 - Charlotte VIP

PizzaandPajamas.com Overnight Seafood Recipe Promotes Sleep and Offers Unique Mother's Day Gift Idea

Millions of women suffer from lack of sleep. Carol Gordon has written a new cookbook, "Sleep on It", offering recipes for delicious meals to prepare overnight and bake the next day. Pizza and Pajamas selection is a Seafood Brunch Strata as the perfect Mother's Day gift idea for that traditional breakfast in bed surprise. - May 06, 2006 - Pizza and Pajamas

Fred Degnan, FDA's Former Associate Chief Counsel for Foods to Speak at GKC's Upcoming FDA Regulations in Food Label Teleconference

The Global Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Fred Degnan, FDA's former Associate Chief Counsel for Foods and former Associate Chief Counsel for Enforcement, currently a Partner at top international law firm King & Spalding, will speak at the upcoming FDA Regulations in Food Label teleconference scheduled tentatively for May 23, 2006 at 11:00 AM EST. - May 05, 2006 - The Knowledge Group

Voodoo Tiki and the Latest Trend in Tequila

Voodoo Tiki, a company offering a premium line of tequila blends that suit all tastes and meets even the most discriminating tequila traditionalist and connoisseur’s standards, is partly responsible for this new trend in tequila. Following the trend in vodka, Voodoo Tiki creator, John Taddeo created flavor-infused tequila almost 5 years ago, now it seems every brand of tequila is following this trend. - May 02, 2006 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.

Wine Basics is Now the Fundamentals

Like a fine wine, The Wine School of Philadelphia matures with age. The Wine Basics Program is now The Wine Foundation Program. Announcement soon on an accredited diploma program from a major University... - April 26, 2006 - The Wine School of Philadelphia

Is Tequila The New Vodka? Vodka May Soon Have a New Competitor

Tequila isn’t just for Spring Breakers, margaritas or “bad” girls anymore. Across the country, Tequila sales are continuing to grow at a healthy clip, driven by the popularity of Mexican and Southwestern dining and consumer interest in upscale, distinctive potables. - April 15, 2006 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.

Celebrate Spring with the Shawangunk Wine Trail Pasta Primo Vino Event April 22-23, 2006

Shawangunk Wine Trail celebrates spring with their popular Pasta Primo-Vino event April 22 -23, 2006 - April 05, 2006 - Shawangunk Wine Trail

Chicago Artist Proves there's More to Wine than Just Grapes

Chicago Artist Adu Jahmal announced today the launch of his new web site, www.wearwine.com. Geared towards the emerging culture of wine enthusiasts, the site features popular wine spots, art, music, apparel, furniture, and current events in the world of wine. WearWine.com will also sell limited... - April 01, 2006 - WearWine.com

New Line of Gourmet Gift Baskets for Easter

New line of gourmet gift baskets are now available for Easter through All My Baskets. It is All My Baskets' wish to make Easter a joyous occasion with the giving a Easter Baskets for loved ones. - March 28, 2006 - All My Baskets

Merdeka Coffee and ANZA to Work Together

Merdeka Coffee has agreed to supply coffee to ANZA (the Australia, New Zealand Association) on an exclusive basis in Jakarta, Indonesia. - March 28, 2006 - Merdeka Coffee

Three Wineries Join the Shawangunk Wine Trail

The Shawangunk Wine Trail nestled between the famous Shawangunk Mountains and the majestic Hudson River, is proud to announce the addition of three wineries to the trail. - March 28, 2006 - Shawangunk Wine Trail

Desserts, a Major Focus of Food Industry, Has Its Own Trade Show

The countdown is on for a show that addresses America’s sweet tooth! The Fourth Annual Great American Dessert Expo, the only trade show dedicated exclusively to the multi-billion dollar dessert industry takes place June 9-11, 2006 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. It will once again be... - March 21, 2006 - The Great American Dessert Expo

Atlanta Coffeehouse Invites Public to Free Dessert Tasting

Inman Perk Coffee is celebrating its grand opening by hosting a free dessert tasting with complimentary coffee on March 24 from 7 to 10 p.m. The Friday night event will be a relaxing, indulgent ending to the week as guests can enjoy free chair massages from Erica of Flua Therapy in addition to the sweet treats. - March 20, 2006 - Inman Perk Coffee

Free Food Demonstration during American Chocolate Week

Chef Shelley Merner Demonstrates How to Make a Decadent Chocolate Cake. - March 17, 2006 - Elegant Eats Personal Chef Service

Atlanta Coffeehouse Welcomes Marco Frey as Inaugural Artist

Inman Perk celebrates its grand opening with a meet the artist reception and performance by the wayne fishell experiment. - March 15, 2006 - Inman Perk Coffee

Fortitech Asia Pacific Targets Overall Health and Wellness

From bone to immunity to heart health, consumers worldwide are searching for newer, more innovative functional foods and beverages. Fortitech Asia Pacific met the demand by showcasing the latest trends and food fortification initiatives at Food Ingredients China (FIC) 2006. - March 15, 2006 - Fortitech, Inc.

Family-owned Coffee Shop Arrives in Inman Park

With more perks like free wifi and less attitude, Inman Perk Coffee stands to give the area's corporate coffeeshops a run for their money. - March 07, 2006 - Inman Perk Coffee

“Can Pump & Pour” Invention Now Sold at Linens ‘n Things

Davison Design and Development, Inc. is proud to announce that another invention it has designed, developed, and licensed for an independent inventor is now being sold at another retailer. - March 03, 2006 - Davison Design & Development, Inc.

The Wall Street Journal & BusinessWeek agree on the Wine School

The Wine School of Philadelphia is profiled by both BusinessWeek and the Wall Street Journal. The school’s graduates gain competitive advantages in a tough employment market. - February 16, 2006 - The Wine School of Philadelphia

“Can Pump & Pour” Invention Now Sold on StacknRack.com

Davison Design and Development, Inc. is proud to announce that another invention it has designed, developed, and licensed for an independent inventor is now being sold at another retailer. - February 11, 2006 - Davison Design & Development, Inc.

Aquabar Adds Unique Mintwater to It’s Portfolio of Premium Water Brands

Aquabar selects MetroMint as the latest addition to it’s portfolio. The new exhilarating and breath freshening mintwater is making a splash with consumers. - February 10, 2006 - AquaBar, Inc.

“Can Pump & Pour” Invention Now Sold on Organize-Everything.com and in Giant Eagle

“Can Pump & Pour”, a new product invention conceived by an independent inventor and professionally designed, developed, and licensed to a major manufacturer by Davison Design and Development, Inc., is now being sold on www.organize-everything.com and in Giant Eagle, a large regional grocery store chain with locations in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Maryland, and West Virginia. “Can Pump and Pour” will also be coming to other retailers shortly. - February 07, 2006 - Davison Design & Development, Inc.

Scovie Award Winner Poised to Meet Growing Demand for Authentic Organic Jamaican Foods

Nanny's Jamacian Kitchen, which recently launched a line of award-winning organic Jamaican marinades and sauces created from family recipes passed down for 300 years, hopes to tap into the growing ethnic food category, predicted to reach $4.9 billion by 2008, according to the U.S. Market for Ethnic Foods. - January 31, 2006 - Nanny's Jamaican Kitchen, Inc.