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Maple Leaf Farms Announces 2012 Video Recipe Contest Winners
Citrus Sesame Duck with Snappy Cherry Soba Noodles recipe takes top prize in the Maple Leaf Farms “Strut Your Duck” Video Recipe Contest. - December 12, 2012 - Maple Leaf Farms
Belle Chevre to Host First-Ever Pop-Up Store in Downtown Huntsville, December 15 & 16
Belle Chevre, America's most awarded goat cheese creamery, is hosting their first-ever pop-up shop in Huntsville, Alabama on December 15 and 16th. Special deals, custom gift box shipping, raffles, and free cheese will all be part of the pop-up excitement. - December 12, 2012 - Belle Chevre
Gift Ideas Hub MyReviewsNow.net Features Wolferman’s Free Shipping Offer
MyReviewsNow.net’s affiliate partner Wolferman’s is offer free shipping on orders over $49 for people who shop online and enter code “Gift” at checkout. It’s the ideal opportunity for people to shop online for great gift ideas for everyone on their list. - December 11, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Pirates Bight at Norman Island Reopens After "Make Over"
The management of Norman Islands announced today the reopening of Pirates Bight at Norman Island following the completion of a much-anticipated renovation of the world famous beach bar and restaurant. Pirates Bight sits on the hauntingly beautiful Norman Island, which is said to be the inspiration... - December 09, 2012 - Pirates Bight
Products of Zhytomyr Confectionery Factory "ZHL" Were Granted the "Halal" Certificate
One of the largest confectionery companies in Ukraine - factory "ZHL" - was given the "Halal" certificate for the part of its range, which enables to satisfy their Muslim customers of Ukraine and expand exports of its products to Muslim countries. Recently, most of food... - December 09, 2012 - confectionery factory "ZhL"
A Hot and Tasty Way to Send a Personal Greeting
With greeting cards becoming a thing of the past, tea notes offer a unique and contemporary option for showing people you care. - December 08, 2012 - Tenota
Island Abbey Foods Ltd.™ Has Announced Their First Targeted Introduction Into the French Canadian Market Partnering with Jean Coutu
Island Abbey Foods Ltd.™ announced today that their Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ are now available in Jean Coutu stores across Canada. Honibe® Honey Lozenges will be showcased in over 280 Jean Coutu’s stores in the Quebec and New Brunswick market. - December 07, 2012 - Island Abbey Foods Ltd.
Wine Market Council Announces 2013 Consumer Research Conferences and Unveils a New Website
Wine Market Council, the non-profit association of grape growers, wine producers, importers, wholesalers, and other affiliated wine businesses, today announced the dates for the 8th Annual Wine Market Council Research Conferences and unveiled a new brand image including a new logo and revamped website. The council’s mission is to establish the widespread acceptance of wine as a rewarding part of American culture and to report on timely issues and emerging consumer trends in the industry. - December 07, 2012 - Wine Market Council
Online Shopping Destination MyReviewsNow.net Announces New Promotion with Affiliate SousVide Supreme
Shopping blog and consumer review portal MyReviewsNow.net is announcing a new promotion from affiliate partner SousVide Supreme. For a limited time, shoppers will get a free 12-month subscription to Food & Wine with any SousVide Supreme purchase over $50. - December 06, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Harpers Ferry Wine & Gourmet Recommends Ten Must-Have Gourmet Gifts for Under $15
With the 2012 holiday shopping season coming, these budget friendly yet incredibly gourmet products are sure to bring delight. - December 06, 2012 - Whole Life Kitchens, LLC
Mims Distributing Company Releases Podcast on Holiday Beers
Distributor’s Craft Brand Manager Discusses Winter Beer Styles and Food Pairings, Offers Advice on Trying New Beers - December 06, 2012 - Mims Distributing
A Thousand Tongues Titillated
Local Food Tour Goes From Unknown to Top Savannah Activity in Just 8 Months - December 05, 2012 - Savannah Taste Experience
Are Breakfast Sales Endangering the Viability of Corporate Food Services?
Breakfast sales at employee food services have significantly diminished over the past five to seven years, endangering the viability of corporate food services, research by Clarion Group, a food service consulting firm, has found. “While breakfast sales are lower than at lunch,” Tom... - December 05, 2012 - Clarion Group
The Chef’s Academy Hosts Brunch with Santa Dec. 15
Local Culinary Institution Celebrates Holiday Season by Opening Doors to Community, Prospective Students - December 05, 2012 - The Chef's Academy
Christmas 2012 at Sofitel Manila Hotel
Sofitel Manila Hotel makes the Yuletide season even more magical with its latest festive offerings featuring a range of gastronomic delights with the re-opening of Spiral. - December 01, 2012 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila
VPX Sports® Introduces BANG® – an Intelligent Beverage Design Aimed to Change Typical “Energy Drink” Perception
The beverage innovators at VPX® have re-defined the “energy drink” category by introducing BANG® -- a novel, great-tasting 16 ounce carbonated beverage formulated to fuel the brain and body. “BANG® is not your typical high sugar, health robbing beverage,” rather, BANG® consists of several patent-pending compounds and patented compositions intelligently designed to deliver results “…without the sugar-induced metabolic mayhem and crash.” -Jack Owoc, Chief Executive & Science Officer for VPX Sports - November 30, 2012 - VIRUN
Master Tea Blender Steve Schwartz of Art of Tea Takes Tea to a New Level
The Ritz Carlton Hotel of Los Angeles has tied up with Art of Tea to develop and offer a signature tea blend for their upcoming Holiday Elegance Tea program. - November 30, 2012 - Art of Tea
Nolan Ryan’s All-Natural Beef Launches E-Commerce Website
Holiday Shopping Made Easy - November 30, 2012 - Nolan Ryan Beef
Shoppers Drug Mart - Canada’s Largest Provider of Pharmacy Products and Services Now Carrying Honibe® Honey Lozenges™
Island Abbey Foods Ltd.™ announced today that their Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ are now available in all Shoppers Drug Mart locations across Canada. The Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ will be showcased in over 900 Shoppers Drug Mart stores across the nation. - November 30, 2012 - Island Abbey Foods Ltd.
CAMS Software and DNA Solutions Announce Partnership in the North American Grocery Market
Canadian Grocery TMS vendor and German developer of .Net Transportation Optimization Components - November 30, 2012 - DNA Evolutions
Nextday Catering Stocks 3000 New Products for Christmas Season
Nextday Catering, leading UK suppliers of catering equipment to professional catering outlets, have added 3000 new products to their already extensive range in time for the Christmas season. The company has extended their range of hygiene products, disposables, crockery, glassware and cutlery. - November 30, 2012 - Nextday Catering
Superior Grocers Joins Forces with Nestle USA to Donate $152,000 to Local Schools in Southern California
Superior Grocers, one of the largest independent supermarket chains in Southern California, has partnered once again with Nestlé USA to continue its commitment to education in Southern California. In an effort to support local schools, Superior Grocers and Nestlé USA’s school donation partnership will award a total of $152,000 to 132 local schools and $20,000 to the National Guard Youth Foundation. - November 29, 2012 - Superior Grocers
Single Tenant Net Lease Trader Joe’s Sold at Record Cap Rate
Randy Blankstein and Jimmy Goodman of The Boulder Group represented the seller; a Midwest based private developer, in the transaction. The buyer was a California based private investment firm. - November 27, 2012 - The Boulder Group
Whole Life Kitchens’ New Low Glycemic Brownie Mix Arrives Just in Time for the Holiday Season
Organic Coconut Palm Sugar Can Help Chocolate Lovers Eat a Little Healthier During the Holidays - November 27, 2012 - Whole Life Kitchens, LLC
Rubio’s® Launches New Online Merchandise Store on Cyber Monday
Iconic Coastal Grill Brings Southern California Flair to Retail - November 26, 2012 - Rubio's
POPtions Popcorn Announces Free Shipping for the Holidays
POPtions! Popcorn is happy to announce the return of free shipping for the holidays. “We are very excited to offer to our customers a free shipping offer,” says Andrew Freundlich, founder of POPtions! With any purchase, shoppers will qualify for free shipping by using the coupon code,... - November 23, 2012 - POPtions!
Emil’s Sausage Kitchen Inc. Wins Three Consecutive Talk of the Town Awards for Customer Satisfaction
Florida-based European Deli, Emil’s Sausage Kitchen, earns high satisfaction marks from customers for a third straight year. - November 23, 2012 - Celebration Media U.S.
Innovation Direct™ to Serve as Official Marketing Representative of Patent Pending Bottles for a Cause Invention
An innovative new product designed to promote a worthwhile cause in a creative and widespread manner, Bottles For A Cause, has been developed by Harriet De Carteret of Dracut, Massachusetts. The invention's unique design enables women to enjoy a beer in an eye-catching and sleekly designed... - November 23, 2012 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Arch House Deli – Launches Range of Locally Inspired Hampers
Arch House Deli (Clifton Village, Bristol, UK) has launched a range of hampers based on food from local producers in Bristol and Bath. - November 23, 2012 - Arch House Deli
Prep Dish Launches
Launch of a gluten-free meal planning website - November 22, 2012 - Prep Dish
Pyknic Cooks Up Unique Christmas Holiday Gifts for for Chefs, Culinary Students, Foodies, and Food Lovers
There aren't many options for the kitchen savvy outside of gadgets, decor, and cookware. Pyknic is changing that this holiday season with food themed clothing for chefs down to the common food lover. - November 21, 2012 - Pyknic
Frozen Functions: Operating Leases Offered for Soft Serve Machines
Atlanta Based Frozen Functions Provides Soft Serve Machine Lease Programs. - November 21, 2012 - Frozen Functions
Growing Gift Culture and Increasing Rural Consumption to Boost the Confectionery Market in India
Netscribes launches report on the Confectionery Market in India 2012 as part of Netscribes’ Food and Beverage Industry report series. - November 21, 2012 - Netscribes, Inc.
Sunrise Wines Hosts International Wine Tasting Dinner at The Matthews House
Local Wine Importer Invites Public to Experience Italian-Inspired Selections During November Event - November 21, 2012 - Sunrise Wines
Jacksonville Kicks off Chanukah Season with Inaugural Latke Frying Competition – The Great Latke Fry at Chabad
Attention all Latke* aficionados: Jacksonville’s Inaugural Latke Frying Competition – The Great Latke Fry is scheduled for 7pm on the First Night of Chanukah, Saturday Night Dec. 8 at Chabad of Southside. Competitors will throw-down for the coveted title of “The Golden... - November 20, 2012 - Chabad Lubavitch of Southside, Inc.
Vegan Products on the Rise at Natural Supermarkets
Increase in Sales for Soap and Bath Preparation Items Over Previous Year. - November 19, 2012 - Wink Soap
Chukar Cherries Hosts Holiday Open Houses
Tastings, prizes, and specials reward visitors to Chukar’s flagship store in Prosser - November 18, 2012 - Chukar Cherry Company
ThermoPod® Thermal Protective Mailers Now Offer Earth Aware Options for Shipping Mail Order Spices and Spice Mixes
Natural and organic spices deserve eco-friendly thermal and protective shipping - and finally - here it is. - November 17, 2012 - ThermoPod
Pompano Beach Green Market Launches Taste of the Market Event
On November 17, the Green Market Pompano expects their biggest market to date with the launch of the first "Taste of the Market" event. Event attendees can participate in a “Discovery Tour” of the market, sampling foods from each participating vendor and entering a raffle for... - November 17, 2012 - Pompano Beach CRA
Win Four Fabulous Nights in Carmel, California
Win a luxurious four-night stay for two in beautiful Carmel, California. Enjoy innovative meals and fine wines at Carmel’s landmark Cypress Inn and Carmel Valley’s award-winning Bernardus Lodge. Visit the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, walk white-sand beaches, stroll through vineyards,... - November 16, 2012 - Authentic Luxury Travel
AmpleHarvest.org Announces Repeat of Last Year's Successful "Centerpieces for Pantries" Initiative
Nationwide hunger/nutrition campaign recommends replacing Thanksgiving table floral centerpieces with edible arrangements to be donated to a local food pantry the next day. - November 16, 2012 - AmpleHarvest.org
Organic Food Industry Still Popular with Consumers
Demographic data for passionate organic product supporters now on ConsumerBase. - November 16, 2012 - Exact Data ConsumerBase LLC
Author of "The Baker’s Son" Receives Honorary Degree from UWI
Jamaica – Mr. Lowell Hawthorne – President & CEO of Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill and author of his newly published memoir “The Baker’s Son” was conferred with an honorary Doctor of Laws degree by the University of the West Indies, in the second of four... - November 16, 2012 - Golden Krust Bakery
Sofitel Launches Best Buffet in Manila
Spiral, Sofitel Manila’s flagship restaurant, introduces unparalleled gourmet offerings from various internationally acclaimed master chefs. - November 16, 2012 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila
ACandyStore.com Announces Partnership with AffiliateManager.com
Largest Bulk Candy & Nut Business on the Net Joins Leading Affiliate Management Program. - November 15, 2012 - AffiliateManager.com
Dark Corner Distillery Ups the Ante with Bourbon Whiskey
Dark Corner Distillery is releasing the Carolina's first-ever bourbon whiskey this coming weekend in honor of America's Robin Hood. - November 15, 2012 - Dark Corner Distillery
Turkana Food Inc. Recalls “Turkana Valley” Brand Dried Apricots Due to the Presence of Undeclared Sulfites
Turkana Food Inc. of Kenilworth, NJ is recalling 250g (8.82oz) and 500g (17.63oz) containers of Turkish “Turkana Valley” dried apricots because they were found to contain undeclared sulfites as preservatives. People who have sensitivities to sulfites run the risk of serious... - November 14, 2012 - Turkana Food Inc.
Royal Hawaiian Macadamia Nut Company Formed to Bring Delicious, Better for You Macadamia Snacks to Consumers
Royal Hawaiian’s GMO Free, Gluten Free, Sulfite Free Savory and Crunch Macadamia Snacks Provide Balance in our Fast-Paced World. - November 14, 2012 - Royal Hawaiian
Increasing Working Mothers Population Boosts Baby Food and Child Nutrition Market in India
Netscribes launches a report on the Baby Food and Child Nutrition Market in India 2012 as part of Netscribes’ Food and Beverage Industry report series. - November 14, 2012 - Netscribes, Inc.
Cook Like a Top Chef with the Top Recipes App for Android
SplashPad Mobile’s Top Recipes Android App is the perfect kitchen assistant this holiday season. The app has everything you need to plan, shop and cook perfect holiday meals. Get recipes, a customizable recipe box and shopping list creator all in one app — no books, print-outs or... - November 13, 2012 - SplashPad Mobile