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Cid Botanicals Signs Exclusivity Agreement with Ecuador’s Sápara Nation

Cid Botanicals, a Miami-based nutritional products company is working with Ecuador's Sapara Nation to bring all natural, sustainable products to the North American market. The announcement was made today at the Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, CA. - March 05, 2014 - Cid Botanicals

Sunkist Growers Featured at Microsoft Convergence

SCS Customer Sunkist Takes the Stage with Microsoft during Dynamics NAV Session. - March 04, 2014 - SCS, Inc.

Ampac Pull TabTM a Success in the Marketplace

Ampac has recently delivered the Ampac Pull TabTM beverage pouch to the marketplace with great success. Ampac’s Pull Tab beverage pouch provides an alternative format to the traditional straw-punch through beverage pouch. - March 04, 2014 - ProAmpac

Vic's Pizza in Downtown Greenville, SC is Ranked #1 by Prestigious Town Magazine

Vic's Pizza in downtown Greenville is famous for their "Authentic" New York style pizza. - March 04, 2014 - Vic's Pizza

Belle Chevre Celebrates 25th Year of Making Award-Winning Cheeses

Belle Chevre is proud to announce that 2014 marks its 25th year of crafting the highest quality goat’s milk cheeses in Elkmont, Alabama. Belle Chevre was artisan before artisan was cool! While “artisan” is on top trend today in the United States, Belle Chevre has stood the test of... - March 04, 2014 - Belle Chevre

The Hive Launches Plant-Based Meal Delivery Services and Host First Community Meal

Vegan? Vegetarian? Not either but Looking for the benefits of eating more plant based foods? Feeling Hungry? Now that the rise of health food consciousness is on the rise there are many people opting for the plant-based or Vegan diet as it has been termed. And while there are many Vegan and... - March 03, 2014 - The Hive

Kroger Created More Than 7,000 New Jobs in 2013

Grocer Added 40,000 New Jobs Over the Last Six Years. - March 02, 2014 - Kroger

Delhi Duty Free Launches Limited Edition - Absolut Originality

ABSOLUT Vodka launches “Absolut Originality” - it comes in a beautiful limited & numbered collection. - March 02, 2014 - Delhi Duty Free Services Pvt. Ltd.

Epicure Digital Announces Its New "Pick 3 Customize Your School Nutrition" Program for K-12 School Food Services

School menus and nutritional information appear on digital menu boards, dry erase boards, printed menu boards, smart phones and tablets, school websites and on smart boards in the classroom. There is no additional charge for viewing menu and nutritional information on smart phones. - March 01, 2014 - Epicure Digital

Global Omega 3 Market Expected to Reach USD 7.32 Billion by 2020 as Per Grand View Research Latest Report

Grand View Research has announced the addition of "Global Omega 3 Market Analysis And Segment Forecasts To 2020" Market Research report to their Database - March 01, 2014 - Grand View Research

Urschel Laboratories Inc. to Display Food Processing Equipment at Propak, Vietnam this March

Propak Vietnam will host food cutting manufacturer Urschel and their DiversaCut Sprint Dicer. In addition, they will also proudly display the E TranSlicer Cutter which features interchangeable slicing wheels and easy maintenance, at booth D3. The food processing machinery exhibition will take place 4 – 5 March at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center. - March 01, 2014 - Urschel Laboratories

Urschel Laboratories Inc. Plans to Showcase Food Cutting Equipment at International Exhibition in China This March

Food processing manufacturer, Urschel, is proud to present at this year’s Sino-Pack, where they will be showcasing the high-performance CC Model slicer which is a versatile, high-production centrifuge slicer. A World-leader in food processing machinery, Urschel will be featuring the CC Model slicer at booth 1363. The exhibition will take place March 3-5, in area A of the China Import and Export Fair Complex. - March 01, 2014 - Urschel Laboratories

Birch Benders Micro-Pancakery® to Unveil New Branding & Packaging at 2014 Natural Products Expo West

Birch Benders Micro-Pancakery, the world's first natural & organic, just-add-water pancake & waffle mix, raises the bar for the pancake/waffle mix category with stunning new branding and packaging. Birch Benders will unveil its new look at 2014 Natural Products Expo West. - March 01, 2014 - Birch Benders

POPtions Popcorn Announces Return of Kettlemelt Crunch

POPtions Popcorn is proud to announce the return of one of their most popular flavors, Kettlemelt Crunch. “POPtions is excited bring back a flavor that has been so popular with our customers; Kettlemelt Crunch,” says Andrew Freundlich, founder of POPtions. “It’s a delicious... - March 01, 2014 - POPtions!

Nashville Hosts the 2014 Music City Spirits and Cocktail Festival

The Music City Spirits & Cocktail Festival will be a multi-day, city wide celebration of the rising spirits and cocktail culture that has grasped Nashville, TN over the past 5 years and is inspired by other events such as Tales of the Cocktail (NOLA) and Paris of the Plains Cocktail Festival (KC, MO). - March 01, 2014 - Music City Spirits and Cocktail Festival

Aon Water Technology to Introduce Kinetico Kube at the Limestone County Home and Garden Show

Aon Water Technology will be introducing the all new Kinetico Kube drinking water system at the 2014 Limestone County Home and Garden Show at booth 51. The Limestone County Home and Garden Show, presented by the Greater Limestone County Chamber of Commerce, will be held at the Limestone County... - February 28, 2014 - Aon Water Technology

Girl Scout Cookie Booth Sales Begin This Friday

Girl Scout cookie booth sales begin on February 28th in Monmouth and Ocean counties. - February 28, 2014 - Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore

Dunkin Donuts Employs High Performance Systems to Install Food Service Flooring

High Performance Systems Corp. has been tapped by Dunkin Donuts to keep its operation safe and sweet by installing the best food service flooring according to industry standards today. - February 28, 2014 - High Performance Systems Corporation

Local Chilli Grower Voted "Best Loved Farm Shop" in UK

Bedfordshire-based chilli specialists Edible Ornamentals have once again achieved national acclaim having topped the poll as "The Best Farm Shop in the UK" in the Local and Loved Awards organised by Thebestof.co.uk national website. - February 28, 2014 - Edible Ornamentals

Innovation Direct™ Designated as Official Marketing Representative of Jackson Cone Invention

An innovative new product designed to effectively address a common annoyance related to the consumption of ice cream cones, the Jackson Cone, has been developed by Dorothy Jackson of Atlanta, Georgia. The invention’s unique design provides its users with a way to enjoy ice cream without the... - February 27, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.

Wine Tasting in Manila is a New Lifestyle Fad in the Philippines

Seasoned wine drinkers in the Philippines discover wine tasting in Manila to be a good way to enjoy a night out, learning more about wine while meeting new friends also. - February 27, 2014 - Yats Wine Cellars

Introducing Thirstie, the On-Demand Wine and Spirits Service That Delivers When You Want It, Where You Want It

Thirstie Gives Wine and Spirits Merchants the Tools to Reach New Customers. - February 26, 2014 - THIRSTIE

Pinelands Brewing Company to Open Brewery, Taproom in the Heart of New Jersey’s Historic Pinelands

March 1st Grand Opening will Showcase Brewing Company’s Hand-Crafted Ales as Pure as the Pines. - February 26, 2014 - Pinelands Brewing Company

Bottlenotes Launches a Restaurant Week for Wine in Chicago, Denver and Washington D.C.

Bottlenotes, the leading interactive media company in the U.S. wine and craft beer industries announces the launch of Taste Around Town in Chicago, Washington D.C., and Denver. - February 26, 2014 - Bottlenotes

The Natural Epicurean Academy of Culinary Arts, a Plant-Based Culinary School in Austin, Texas, Donates Culinary Training Valued at $4,900 for NY Vegetarian Food Festival

The Natural Epicurean Academy of Culinary Arts in Austin, Texas, the premier health-supportive, plant-based professional culinary school in the United States, is partnering with the 2014 NY Vegetarian Food Festival to promote the benefits of a plant-based diet. Among other prizes and raffle items to be given away at the festival, the Natural Epicurean is donating a culinary training session valued at $4,900. - February 26, 2014 - The Natural Epicurean Academy of Culinary Arts

Vegan Chef/Baker Among Those to Appear at U.S. Veg Corp's NYC Vegetarian Food Fest

Do vegans have food traditions? Kevin Archer will tackle the topic at the 4th annual New York City Vegetarian Food Festival, taking place over the first weekend in March in Manhattan. Archer is scheduled to speak on Sunday, March 2, 4:45-5:15, on the subject of "Forging a Vegan Heritage.” - February 24, 2014 - U.S. Veg Corp.

Emmy-Winning Reporter/Runner to Present at U.S. Veg Corp's NYC Vegetarian Food Festival

Plant-powered runner, reporter, and author Ellen Jaffe Jones will present a double-header at the fourth annual New York City Vegetarian Food Festival, to take place March 1-2, in Chelsea. Her presentation on Saturday, March 1, 5:15-5:45 p.m., will be called “Eating Vegan in a Non-Vegan World. - February 22, 2014 - U.S. Veg Corp.

SGS Opens New ISO 17025 Accredited Food Testing Laboratory in US

SGS has invested in a new ISO 17025 accredited Food Laboratory in Fairfield, New Jersey to meet growing demand for food testing services. - February 22, 2014 - SGS

Orlando Baking Company Adds Two New Healthy Breads to True Grains Line

Adding to its expanding line of ground-breaking baked goods, Orlando Baking Company (www.OrlandoBaking.com) has rolled out two more healthy breads bursting with flavor and loaded with nutritional goodness. "Honey Grain" and "Purple Wheat Raisin," two innovative 100% whole grain... - February 21, 2014 - Orlando Baking Company

Come Grow with the New Central Sarasota Farmer’s Market

The Central Sarasota Farmer’s Market at the Sarasota County Technical Institute (SCTI), is producing a new local marketplace where both consumers and vendors can grow together every Saturday. The newly established Central Sarasota Farmer’s Market has created a buzz around the Proctor... - February 21, 2014 - Central Sarasota Farmer's Market

U.S. Pizza Team Welcomes New Members After Acrobatic Trials

New members and U.S. representative for Italy games chosen. - February 20, 2014 - PMQ Pizza Magazine

Mellon Technologies Joins Gr Vending at HORECA International Trade Show

The two companies showcased Ingenico’s self-service solutions "iSelf series" for vending machines. - February 20, 2014 - Mellon Group of Companies

Daniel Levine: Healthy Eating is Trending Rapidly

The trends expert is seeing changes in how food is made. - February 20, 2014 - Daniel Levine

TOP Businesses in Texas to Appear in Oprah’s O Magazine, Travel & Leisure and Others

TOPS in America has selected their Top Businesses in Texas for the Houston edition to appear in Oprah's O Magazine, Food & Wine, Travel & Leisure, Town & Country and Elle Decor. - February 19, 2014 - Dillard Properties

Whole Foods Market Has Their Employees Learn Archery to Build Teamwork

Whole Foods uses archery to build their teamwork. A traditionally independent sport is being used to bring people together. - February 18, 2014 - Archery Pro

Music Saves Lives® Holds Austin Music Showcase to Encourage Young People to Donate Blood

With advances in medical treatments and an aging population, the demand for donated blood continues, as fewer people are becoming lifelong donors. In an effort to raise awareness about blood donation and encourage young adults to become repeat blood donors, Music Saves Lives® is announcing a special event during one of the largest music and film festivals in the U.S., held in Austin, Texas. - February 18, 2014 - Music Saves Lives

Neat™ Foods Introduces Breakfast Sausage Mix

The Market’s First Gluten and Soy-Free Breakfast Sausage Alternative to Debut at Natural Foods Expo West March 6-9, 2014 in Anaheim, CA. - February 18, 2014 - neat foods

Arrowhead Grill Offers Afternoon of Alluring Wines with Charming Old World Elements

Wine tasting features history-rich wines from around the world, February 22, from 2 to 4 p.m. - February 18, 2014 - Arrowhead Grill

Dogs, Veggie Art, and Vegan Nail Polish are Among the Lures for Children and Families at U.S. Veg Corp's NYC Vegetarian Food Festival

Storytelling, craft projects, a musical jam session, and animal petting opportunities will all be part of the special children’s area at this year’s New York City Vegetarian Food Festival, to take place 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., March 1-2, at the Metropolitan Pavilion in Chelsea. The stories... - February 18, 2014 - U.S. Veg Corp.

Holistic Heart Doc/Author to Present at U.S. Veg Corp's NYC Vegetarian Food Festival

Downplaying angioplasty and pills in favor of a more holistic approach to treating heart disease, Dr. Joel Kahn will present heart-strengthening tips at the 4th annual New York City Vegetarian Food Festival, on Sunday, March 2, in Chelsea. - February 17, 2014 - U.S. Veg Corp.

Innovation Direct™ Named Official Marketing Representative of Temperature Control Regulator Invention

An innovative new product designed to provide vehicle drivers and passengers with a solution to a common problem related to beverages on the go, the Temperature Control Regulator, has been developed by inventor Correy Brooks of Greenville, South Carolina. The invention's unique design enables its... - February 16, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.

Author and Water Authority Michael Cervin to Speak on Fluoride at Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting

Water writer, senior editor at BottledWaterWeb.com, and author of the forthcoming book, “Our World of Water: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Earth’s Most Critical Resource,” Michael Cervin will attend the Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia for the sixth year in a row as water judge and speaker. - February 16, 2014 - MichaelCervin.com

U.S. Veg Corp's NYC Vegetarian Food Festival to Benefit the Coalition for Healthy School Food

The NY Coalition for Healthy School Food is this year’s charity partner at the New York City Vegetarian Food Festival. The Coalition is dedicated to bringing healthier meals to schoolchildren. Storytelling, craft projects, a musical jam session, and animal petting opportunities are just some... - February 15, 2014 - U.S. Veg Corp.

Sofitel Philippine Plaza Unveils Valentine Promos for 2014

Celebrate Valentine’s Day 2014 with the finest selection of gourmet offerings and spectacular live entertainment at Sofitel, the only French luxury hotel in the Philippines. - February 13, 2014 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila

Bart’s Bakery to Sell World-Class Chocolates Directly from Their Website

Los Angeles-based bakers add premium dark chocolate morsels to their web-store in time for Valentine's Day. - February 12, 2014 - Bart's Bakery

VIRUN® & Amway Open Innovation Push for More Creativity and Technology; Introducing Unknown Thoughts in Industry

Virun, and Amway Open Innovation, team-up to express their interest and efforts to foster creativity, invention, and innovation with foods, beverages and supplements. New product development is more difficult today than ever before; increased regulations, competition, market saturation and consumer perception make it difficult to introduce new products that, not only stand-out, but are what consumers will purchase and re-purchase. - February 11, 2014 - VIRUN

Sartori die Torte of Vienna, Austria, Receives International Public Relations and Marketing Award for High-Design "Edible Art" Cakes Commissioned for Special Events

Petra Bacher’s high-design cake portfolio from her Vienna studio, Sartori die Torte, was recently awarded a Silver Medal in the New York-based, international Galaxy Awards competition from a field of more than 800 other marketing projects from 18 countries, the first time, ever, a portfolio of cake designs has achieved this honor. - February 11, 2014 - Sartori