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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

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

Hurricane Sandy Victims and Responders Receive 100 Free Businesses

Effective 11/12/12 though 12/31/12, Active Energy Boost is donating 100 businesses to victims, police and firemen, Emt responders, medical personnel, or any one who was either a victim or provided a service during Hurricane Sandy. - November 12, 2012 - Active Energy

Tampa Restaurants Offer Discount Certificates to Support Local Charities

ShuffleAndDineTampa.com Begins Marketing Coupons to Stimulate the Tampa Restaurant Scene and Aid Local Charities - November 12, 2012 - Shuffle and Dine Tampa

Godwick Award-Winning Free Range Turkeys Now Available for Christmas Order

As the nation's seasonal appetite for Christmas turkey awakens once more, Norfolk specialists Godwick have announced that their award-winning Norfolk Black and Bronze free range turkeys, reared especially for the UK's Christmas 2012 celebrations, are now available for purchase from their website at... - November 11, 2012 - Godwick

How to Deep Fry a Turkey Available Again Available for Free Download for a Two-Day Period

After overwhelming success, new book about deep-frying a turkey is again available as a free download for two days on Amazon’s Kindle platform: just in time for Thanksgiving. - November 10, 2012 - Efficient Enterprises, Inc.

Wine Country Stores Announces New Weekly Promotion: Fast Break

Liquor Store Chain to Begin Offering a 36 Hour Sale on Quality Items Each Week. - November 10, 2012 - Wine Country Stores

Urschel’s E TranSlicer Cutter is "Best in Food Processing Equipment"

Voted "Best in Food Processing Equipment" within the Food and Beverage category, the E TranSlicer Cutter fits easily into production lines and cuts cooked meats, fruits, vegetables and bread. - November 10, 2012 - Urschel Laboratories

Dr. Dennis Birenbaum Says, "to Help Prevent Cancer Fries, Doughnuts, Sodas, Burned Meat and Hot Dogs Must Go!"

Dr. Dennis Birenbaum, head of the Texas Hematology / Oncology Centers PA, and an MD Anderson trained cancer physician, is an outspoken advocate of the delaying and even the prevention of certain cancers through smarter lifestyle and eating choices. Dr. Birenhaum states, “If you are like most... - November 09, 2012 - Texas Hematology Oncology Centers

Pizza Rustica Introduces the Skinny Pizza

A lightweight pizza weighing in at only 390 calories - November 09, 2012 - Pizza Rustica

Industry Intelligence Inc. Announces Proprietary Food and Beverage Industry Blog: Off The Menu

Industry Intelligence Inc. Food and Beverage Analyst Nevin Barich writes the company’s blog Off the Menu. Nevin is a food and beverage professional who also frequents his neighborhood fast-food establishments on a regular basis. - November 09, 2012 - industry intelligence, inc.

Chukar Cherries Publishes First Ever Business Gift Catalog

Corporate giving made easier with holiday catalog and discount program. - November 08, 2012 - Chukar Cherry Company

Award-Winning Cheesemakers Introduce a Trio of DIY Goat Cheese Kits

Belle Chevre, the country’s premium goat cheesemaker, introduces DIY cheesemaking kits. They are shelf-stable creameries-in-a-box, the perfect holiday gift for any foodie. They include everything you need to make cheese at home, except the milk. - November 08, 2012 - Belle Chevre

32 Degree Studio Launches Magical Christmas Cupcakes DIY book

As the countdown to Christmas has begun, the hunt for fresh cupcake designs will start soon. In an effort to help home bakers and cupcake lovers across the globe, 32 Degree Studio offers 6 creative fondant designs for the forthcoming festive season. Keeping in mind the motto, "every house... - November 07, 2012 - 32 Degree Studio

AquaNew's Look at the State of Sarasota Green Innovation Five Years Later

Five years ago on Saturday, Nov. 17, more than 17,000 people gathered to celebrate Efest Florida, held on the polo grounds of Lakewood Ranch. It became one of the largest green festivals this region had seen. The purpose behind it and the festivals that would follow is to support good stewardship toward the planet. AquaNew looks at the changes in Sarasota over the past five years. - November 07, 2012 - AquaNew

JTM Food Group Announces Executive Leadership Changes

Co-founder and owner, Jack Maas named Chairman of the Board; Brian Hofmeier and Scott Bonta promoted to Vice President. - November 07, 2012 - JTM Food Group

Chef Marlon Angelo, a Personal Chef Service, Now Cooking Up the Ohio Valley’s Meals

A Personal Chef Service is now available in the Ohio Valley and surrounding areas. - November 07, 2012 - Chef Marlon Angelo

Online Mega Mall MyReviewsNow.net Announces Exclusive Wolferman's Promotion

Famous specialty food purveyor Wolferman's is offering a promotion to leading online shopping mall and consumer review hub MyReviewNow.net's shoppers this holiday season. When consumers use the code BERRY at checkout, they will be eligible to buy one Berry Breakfast Deluxe and purchase a second for 50% off the purchase price. - November 06, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors

Island Abbey Foods Ltd.™ Announces Today That Their Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ Will be Showcased Nationwide in the Largest Grocery Chain in Canada

Island Abbey Foods Ltd.™, a PEI based natural health product and specialty food producer, has announced a collaboration deal with Loblaw Companies Limited. This deal will showcase the Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ in Loblaw stores across Canada. The lozenges will be found in a large number of Loblaw banners including: Atlantic Superstore, Real Canadian Superstore, Zehrs, Fortinos, Your Independent Grocer, No Frills, and many others. - November 06, 2012 - Island Abbey Foods Ltd.

Easy Birmingham Holiday Catering Ideas

Whether you're cooking for the holidays or planning a party, ConnectToCatering.com is the ultimate holiday helper with the best Birmingham holiday catering menus & venues. Order online with 1 click. - November 06, 2012 - ConnectToCatering.com

Nonno Tony's Brings Worldly Eats to Pier 21 and Downtown Galveston

Galveston Restaurant Group (GRG) recently opened their latest dining concept at Pier 21 – Nonno Tony’s World Kitchen. GRG owners Johnny Smecca, Joey Smecca, and Danny Hart collectively bring more than 100 years of experience to their newest establishment at Pier 21. Nonno Tony’s... - November 04, 2012 - Mitchell Historic Properties

Mbb Grabs Breakfast with Sarah Simington of the Blue Moon Café

Restaurant owner Sarah Simington has signed with, John Moser CEO of Moser Business Builder. - November 04, 2012 - Moser Business Builder

The Chef’s Academy Appoints Mary Margaret McCamic as Director of Career Services

Culinary Institution’s Instructor and Wine Educator to Serve in New Administrative Role - November 03, 2012 - The Chef's Academy

Industry Intelligence Webinar: How Nontraditional Retailers Focus on Food, Portability and Packaging

Steven Johnson, The Grocerant Guru, will address how grocery retailers and convenience stores are capturing a larger “share of stomach” in a Nov. 14 i2live webinar hosted by Industry Intelligence, Inc. - November 02, 2012 - industry intelligence, inc.

Thought For Food & Son Successfully Launches New England Natural Bakers New Line of Grab & Go Granola Clusters

Thought For Food & Son Selected Based upon their Expertise and Knowledge of the Food Industry. - November 02, 2012 - Thought For Food & Son

Scottsdale Weight Loss Center's New Physician, Dr. Melody Rodarte DO, Joins the Fight Against Obesity in Arizona

Arizona’s current obesity epidemic affects 24.7% of our population and is expected to hit 58.8% by 2030 according to the recent article released from Trust for America's Health (TFAH) and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF). New Obesity Medicine Physician, Dr. Melody Rodarte DO, tells... - November 01, 2012 - Scottsdale Weight Loss Center, PLLC

Barney’s Beanery Turns Up the Election Heat with "Rock the Beer Vote"

Patrons of the Legendary Los Angeles Area RoadHouse Cast the Vote for Their Favorite Presidential Candidates by Hitting the Taps - November 01, 2012 - Barney's Beanery

Panera Bread® Opens First Oxnard Location with the Help of Notable Athlete Partners

Former and Current NFL Players Keyshawn Johnson, Reggie Bush, Dennis Northcutt, Anthony Henry, Warrick Dunn, Keith Rivers, Eric Allen and Terence Newman Continue Panera’s expansion with first location in Oxnard. - November 01, 2012 - Panera Bread

Napa Valley Wine Train’s New CEO Tony Giaccio

Wine Train Begins New Era of Leadership with a Familiar Face. - November 01, 2012 - Napa Valley Wine Train

Chukar Cherries Featured in Sea-Tac Airport’s Three New Duty-Free Stores

Duty-free stores to emphasize locally made products building revenue and jobs in Washington State - October 28, 2012 - Chukar Cherry Company

Toque Magazine's 2nd Annual Food App Awards Announces 19-Member Judges’ Panel, Extended Entry Deadline to November 9

Food and drink app developers and owners now have until November 9, 2012 to enter Toque Magazine’s annual Food App Awards. A panel of 19 judges representing all facets of the food, digital, mobile design, research and marketing industries is in place to evaluate the finalists, including Chuck Martin of The Mobile Future Institute, Sara Bittorf of Boston Market, the editors of Food52 and Rick Boyce VP digital media sales monster.com. - October 27, 2012 - Toque Magazine

Maple Leaf Farms All Natural Rendered Duck Fat

Discover the Culinary Benefits of Cooking with Duck Fat from Maple Leaf Farms - October 27, 2012 - Maple Leaf Farms

Brooklyn Winery Fights to End Grapeism

Fall Wine Release Campaign Playfully Parodies Presidential Election - October 27, 2012 - Brooklyn Winery

Finally -- a Cookbook with Biologically Healthy Recipes! Summerland Publishing Releases "Dad's Home Cooking" by Zachary Wolinsky and Family

"Dad’s Home Cooking" is a tribute to the culinary skills of Dr. Lawrence Wolinsky, father, husband, loyal friend, scholar, and respected health professional. He inspired his children to write this amazing collection of family recipes which sustained them during their formative years. The witty and humorous accompanying stories will surely bring a smile to the reader's face. - October 26, 2012 - Summerland Publishing

New Book on How to Deep Fry a Turkey Available for Free Download on Amazon Kindle

A new Amazon Kindle book on deep-frying a turkey is available as a free download for two days on Amazon’s Kindle platform. - October 26, 2012 - Efficient Enterprises, Inc.

Bison® Organic Beer Releases Gingerbread Ale, Challenges Pumpkin Beer Trend

During a time of year when many breweries are releasing either Oktoberfest-style lagers or pumpkin ales, Bison ventures outside the trendy beer box with its imaginative and festive autumn seasonal, Organic Gingerbread Ale. - October 26, 2012 - Bison Organic Beer

Pitza 42 Now Featuring Its Healthier Menu on HealthyDiningFinder.com

Pitza 42 of Conway, AR is the newest restaurant to offer dietitian-approved menu choices through the Healthy Dining Program and HealthyDiningFinder.com. Now restaurant guests can be confident that over 15 menu selections on the Pitza 42 menu meet qualifying levels of calories, fat, sodium and other... - October 26, 2012 - Healthy Dining