Food & Beverage News
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Blue Mountain Growers to be Featured on Upcoming Episode of American Farmer
Agricultural Cooperatives: Bringing Fresh Fruit to the World. - April 27, 2012 - DMG Productions, LLC
Milford Valley Farms is Now Milford Valley
New logo, new packaging and new website reflect the chicken company’s growth strategy. - April 27, 2012 - Milford Valley
Dutch Bros. Coffee Partners with Muscular Dystrophy Association to Fuel the Fight Against ALS
Coffee Company Hosts Annual MDA Day on May 4; All Locations Donate Proceeds in Honor of Dutch Bros. Co-Founder - April 26, 2012 - Dutch Bros. Arizona
WordSmith Presents Potent Pepper: Turkey’s Exotic Urfa Biber
“Potent Pepper: Turkey’s Exotic Urfa Biber” Film Launches on www.potentpepper.com - April 26, 2012 - Potent Pepper
Chicago Prime Steakhouse to Host The Hess Collection Wine Dinner
On Friday, May 11, 2012, at 6:30pm, Chicago Prime Steakhouse will host The Hess Collection Wine Dinner featuring Brian Batridge of The Hess Collection and Chef Ruben Garcia of Chicago Prime Steakhouse. - April 26, 2012 - Chicago Prime Steakhouse
Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok: Mango Promotion
Enjoy the tasty Mango promotion at the Cafe, poolside and Rang Mahal from April until the end of May 2012. - April 26, 2012 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Sustainability Equals an Increase in Profits: Accelerating Revenue Generation for Businesses in Santa Monica
City of Santa Monica joins the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Santa Monica College (SMC) to ramp up the growing demand from consumers for transparency in validating local businesses as leaders in environmentally-friendly business practices. - April 25, 2012 - Small Business Development Center Santa Monica College
ROXOR Artisan Gin Takes Top Design Award 2012
ROXOR Artisan Gin was the top award winner of the Design Award, which focused on Excellence in Structural and Graphic Design. ROXOR, a new brand in the spirits industry, was competing against a variety of global brands in almost every consumer goods category. - April 25, 2012 - New Artisan Spirits
Cabaret Cares/Help Is On The Way Today Announces Annual Gala, May 20/Laurie Beechman Theater, NYC. Christine Pedi (Newsical the Musical, S**t Liza Minelli Says) Performs
Cabaret Cares/Help Is On The Way Today is announcing their annual Gala Fundraiser, May 20 at the Laurie Beechman Theater. The 501c3 charity assists children living with HIV/AIDS. This year, they honor media personality Valerie Smaldone with the Spirit Award. Christine Pedi (Newsical the Musical, S**t Liza Minelli Says) will perform. Gala includes cocktails, auction, dinner, performances by top Broadway and Cabaret talent, gift bags. Robert Creighton of "Anything Goes" will be the auctioneer. - April 24, 2012 - Help Is On The Way Today
Fine Dining with the Freedom to Indulge - Chicago Prime Steakhouse Introduces a New Gluten-Free Menu
With Chicago Prime Steakhouse’s new Gluten Free Menu, one can feel free to indulge in a full selection of enticing appetizers, crisp salads lavished with homemade gluten-free dressings, fresh seafood, and steaks and chops. Where others accommodate with limited, often uninspired options, Chef Ruben Garcia crafted an uncompromising, mouthwatering lineup focused around the gluten-free lifestyle. - April 24, 2012 - Chicago Prime Steakhouse
Bandana's Bar-B-Q Opens Its 31st Location
Bandana’s Bar-B-Q Opens New Location St. Louis, MO based Bandana’s Bar-B-Q opened its newest location at 300 S. 44th Street, Mt Vernon, IL on April 17, 2012. The 31 unit chain currently operates locations in Missouri, Illinois and Iowa with plans to continue expansion within these... - April 21, 2012 - Bandana's Bar-B-Q
Tea Site Expands Its Coverage of Green Tea Health Benefits
TeaBenefits.com allots more pages for health benefits of 13 types of green tea. - April 20, 2012 - TeaBenefits.com
Local Bar and Restaurant Enthusiasts Announce Philly Food Blog
Philadelphians Janeane Tolomeo and Sel Kandula announce Philly-ism.com, a unique guide to the area's best restaurants and bars. - April 20, 2012 - Philly-ism
Peppadew Grant Announcement
Peppadew Fresh to Offer U.S. Grown Peppadew® Goldew Fruit - April 19, 2012 - Peppadew Fresh Vineyards
Urban Eats Announces Opening in Hillcrest
The local eatery offers a range of classics and twists on traditional dishes. - April 19, 2012 - Urban Eats
Americans’ Appetite to Replicate Restaurant Cuisines and Flavors at Home Provides Innovative Opportunities for Consumer Packaged Food Industry
Food and manufacturing professionals attended Industry Intelligence i2live webinar hosted by Chef Jill Houk for ideas to capture this emerging trend. - April 18, 2012 - Industry Intelligence
Superior Grocers and Unilever Have Joined Together to Donate $38,000 to Support Schools & Education
Superior Grocers, one of Southern California’s largest independent supermarket chains, and Unilever, have joined together to donate $38,000 to 38 local schools. The selected 38 schools will receive $1,000 each and school representatives will attend a ceremony on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 10am at Superior's Montebello store. - April 17, 2012 - Superior Grocers
San Antonio Wine Shop Welcomes New Owners
Wine, A Fine Wine Shop Under New Ownership and Now Called Vinously Speaking, An Eclectic Wine Shop. Grand Opening Set for Thursday, May 10th through Saturday, May12th (2pm - 8pm). - April 17, 2012 - Vinously Speaking
Systems Integration Sponsor SAMW Conference
Systems Integration are sponsoring the Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers’ 2012 conference. - April 15, 2012 - Systems Integration Limited
Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch 2012 at The Woodlands Resort
Treat your mother like a queen this Mother’s Day with an elegant champagne brunch at The Woodlands Resort on Sunday, May 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mothers and their families will embrace the natural beauty of Lake Harrison while enjoying live music, sipping champagne and experiencing the... - April 14, 2012 - The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
Big Red Soda Celebrates 75th Anniversary with Diamond Sweepstakes
Big Red soda is giving away a diamond worth $1,937 to one lucky winner on its Facebook page. The social media sweepstakes commemorates Big Red’s Anniversary by awarding the traditional gift for the 75th Anniversary: a diamond. Big Red was established in 1937, hence the $1,937 prize value. Consumers can enter once per day until April 24th, 2012. - April 14, 2012 - Big Red Inc.
weBake.it: Boston Area Startup Aims to Connect Consumers with Artisanal Food Shops
BitOven LLC, a year old company, launched its website, weBake.it, on April 4th, 2012. weBake.it is an online marketplace for artisanal food shops that focuses on connecting consumers with their local artisans. - April 14, 2012 - BitOven LLC
Bread Connection is Now Open at Chandler Plaza in Chandler, Arizona
Bread Connection opened its doors last month at the Chandler Plaza - located on the corner of N Alma School Rd and W Chandler Blvd. This European-style cafe specializes in artisan breads, and is open for lunch Monday through Saturday. - April 13, 2012 - Chandler Plaza
Kelapo Launches Branded Boutique-Style Wearables; Organic Food Brand’s Iconic Elephant Mascot to Adorn Shirts, Bags, and More
Kelapo Coconut Oil announced today that it is releasing a line of limited-edition branded clothing for sale on their website, Kelapo.com. The garments—which include super-soft organic cotton T-shirts, lacy tank tops, sporty shoulder bags, and practical kitchen-ware—will be manufactured... - April 13, 2012 - Kelapo Coconut
Hide out from Friday the 13th, Tax Day During “The Nightmare on Tax Week” at Arizona's British Open Pub
Arizona residents don’t need to live in fear of Friday the 13th or Tax Day this year, with British Open Pub warding off the stress of a scary weekend of superstition and taxes with great comfort food and drink deals designed to alleviate the anxiety of anyone. Friday, April 13, is the second... - April 12, 2012 - British Open Pub & Grill
Café Chef Launches New Website CafeChefLLC.com
Café Chef, a NJ-based food service company, announced today the launch of their new website cafechefllc.com. Managing Partner, Chris Consorte, said “We’re excited to launch our new site. The goal of the site is to inform potential clients of our food service offerings and... - April 12, 2012 - Cafe Chef
Señor Pico Won 3rd Place in Thailand World Bar-B-Q Championship
Señor Pico, one of the Rembrandt’s award-winning restaurants, participated in the 7th Rhythm of The Earth World Festival at Central World and placed 3rd in the 2012 World BBQ Championship for the second consecutive year. Thank you for all the votes from the culinary judges for their... - April 12, 2012 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Pete's Fresh Market Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
On April 11th at 8:00 A.M. Pete’s is commencing the opening of their newest location in Oakbrook Terrace. This will be store number nine for Pete’s Fresh Market, with the other eight stores located mostly around the south Chicagoland area. This store will include things that they never before had in other stores, like a juice bar and café. The ribbon cutting ceremony is also the first day the store will be open to the public, which means there will be a lot of traffic and excitement. - April 11, 2012 - Pete's Fresh Market
“The Wellness Code” by World’s Leading Health Experts Available April 12 Celebrity Fitness, Personal Development Expert John Spencer Ellis Contributes to Book’s Wellness
Available April 12, “The Wellness Code” is a book of expert advice on fitness, nutrition and lifestyle. The book was written by John Spencer Ellis, fitness and personal development pro, among others. - April 11, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Golden Steer Steakhouse in Las Vegas Re-Dedicates Famous Booth to Mayor’s Goodman
In Las Vegas, Nevada, The Golden Steer Steakhouse, established in 1958, has a history of clientele that frequented the world famous restaurant for the last 53 years. - April 11, 2012 - Golden Steer Steakhouse Las Vegas
Innovation Direct™ Tabbed as Official Marketing Representative of Daniels Taco Shell Invention
An innovative new product designed to significantly enhance the flavor of an already popular food item, the Daniels Taco Shell, has been developed by Dale Daniels of Chicago, Illinois. The invention's unique design and composition provides unprecedented variety to conventional hard taco... - April 11, 2012 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Genji Sushi Underscores Ethical Fishing & Corporate Responsibility with New "Hope Line"
Sales of Wild-Caught Ingredients to Benefit Whole Planet Foundation - April 11, 2012 - Genji Sushi
Indulge New York®, a Division of National Benefit Builders, Inc., Launches New York's Classy New "Feel Good" Card for Savvy New Yorkers and Guests Alike
Indulge New York®, (INY) New York's hottest, new "feel-good company, announces the expansion of its world-class restaurant, boutique hotel and specialty concierge service with the launch of its Indulge New York® card, "the classiest card in town." Founded in 2010 in... - April 10, 2012 - Indulge New York
Chef Jon Bonnell Shares a Flavorful, Simple 10-Minute Recipe from His New Cookbook: Creamy Pico De Gallo Shrimp
Need a quick dish to serve at your spring fiesta? Chef Jon Bonnell shares his recipe for Creamy Pico de Gallo Shrimp, from his new cookbook Jon Bonnell’s Texas Favorites. This simple dish can be prepared in less than 10 minutes and its fresh Texas flavors are a guaranteed hit with your... - April 10, 2012 - Chef Jon Bonnell
Belle Chevre Introduces Original Flavor Spreadable Chevre, the World's Most Versatile Cheese
America's premiere artisan chevre company announces a creamy 6 oz spreadable goat cheese, in new biodegradable packaging. This award-winning chevre is the most versatile cheese on the market. - April 08, 2012 - Belle Chevre
Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok: April Food Promotions
The latest food promotion at Rembrandt Hotel for April. Enjoy the various tasty cuisines including Indian from Rang Mahal, Mexican from Senor Pico, Thai from The Cafe and Italian from da Vinci throughout this April only. - April 07, 2012 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Congratulations to Rang Mahal for Winning Thailand’s Best Restaurant 2012
It is the twelfth consecutive year for Rang Mahal, the exquisite rooftop Indian restaurant at the Rembrandt Hotel, to be honored once again as one of 2012 Thailand’s Best Restaurants by Thailand Tatler. This year, the award-presentation took place at Siam Paragon and featured some of... - April 07, 2012 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
G.S. Gelato Receives SQF 2000 Level 3 "Excellent" Rating
G.S. Gelato recently received SQF2000 Level 3 accreditation, making them the only company in the US to do so. This certification ensures the highest quality and safety measures are met. - April 07, 2012 - G.S. Gelato & Desserts, Inc
BERNARDAUD Salutes James Beard Foundation 25th Anniversary "Best of the Best" with Signing Reception Featuring Chef Daniel Boulud
BERNARDAUD Proudly Salutes The James Beard Foundation on Its 25th Anniversary and the Release of “The Best of the Best” - A Celebration of Its Award-Winning Chefs and America's Culinary Heritage. - April 05, 2012 - BERNARDAUD
Working Mother Seeks to Revolutionize Convenience Foods and Get Whole Grains Back Into Our Diets
Garlic Clove Foods is announcing their partnership with Renaissance Specialty Foods and Gourmet Merchants International to launch their line of delicious, healthy and convenient Whole Grain Pilafs in the Northern & Southern California regions. - April 05, 2012 - Garlic Clove Foods
Ziptip Selected to Exhibit at MIT Enterprise Forum’s Tech Showcase
Ziptip, Inc., a mobile payments application designed specifically for the payment of tips and gratuities for service workers, announces its selection to exhibit at the upcoming MIT Enterprise Forum of Cambridge 3rd Annual In-NOW-vation, Tech Showcase & Celebration, to be hosted at... - April 04, 2012 - Ziptip, Inc.
Foodista and Zephyr Adventures Announce Results of First "State of Food Blogging Survey"
Foodista.com (http://www.foodista.com/), the recipe, cooking, and food news source, and Zephyr Adventures (http://www.zephyradventures.com/), organizers of the Wine Bloggers Conference, announced today the results of their first State of Food Blogging Survey conducted in February 2012. Foodista.com... - April 04, 2012 - Foodista.com
After 3 Years of Collaboration on PEI, Island Abbey Foods Ltd. Will Now Showcase Their 100% Pure Honey Drops and Honey Lozenges in Co-Op Atlantic and Valufoods Stores
Island Abbey Foods Ltd., a PEI based natural health product and specialty food producer, has announced a collaboration deal with Co-Op Atlantic and Valufoods. This deal will showcase the Honibe® HoneyDrop® and the Honibe® HoneyLozenges™ produced by Island Abbey Foods Ltd., in... - April 04, 2012 - Island Abbey Foods Ltd.
Coldstat Named to Manitowoc STAR Certified Service Program
Commercial refrigeration company’s nomination into elite Manitowoc service program follows launch of new ice machine leasing program. - April 04, 2012 - Coldstat Refrigeration
Strengthening Distribution Network to Boost the Ice Cream Market in India, Finds Netscribes
Netscribes (India) Pvt. Ltd. launches a report on the Ice Cream Market in India 2012 as part of Netscribes’ Food & Beverage Industry Report Series. - April 04, 2012 - Netscribes, Inc.
GrapeBuddy™ Launches Innovative Marketing App - Wineries Excited About World's First Visitor Incentive Platform™
GrapeBuddy (www.grapebuddy.com), developer of a unique incentive program to help wineries harvest more customers, today announced the official launch of its innovative Visitor Incentive Platform (VIP) following a successful three-month trial period and overwhelmingly positive feedback from focus... - April 03, 2012 - GrapeBuddy
White Plains Linen/Linens à La Carte is Pleased to Announce and Introduce Robin Lavery
White Plains Linen | Linens à La Carte the tri-states' leading supplier of fine linen recently hired Robin Lavery as the new Marketing and Customer Development Coordinator. - April 01, 2012 - White Plains Linen
Planet Smoothie Launches Flavors of the Tropics
Special Sambazon® Açaí Smoothies, Bowls Available for Limited Time - April 01, 2012 - Planet Smoothie
Paramount Selects We Take the Cake Bakery as Partner in the National Launch of Titanic in 3D
Paramount Selects We Take the Cake bakery as partner in the national launch of Titanic in 3D. We Take the Cake has created a one of a kind cake creation, inspired by the "Heart of the Ocean" necklace featured in the Titanic movie. Paramount and We Take the Cake will give away (4) four of these cakes to lucky winners that "like" on the We Take the Cake Facebook page. - March 31, 2012 - We Take the Cake
The "Weight" is Over as Zero-Carb Pizza Crust Debuts in Chicagoland: Eshticken Pizza Redefines the Pizza Experience; Carbs and Gluten Out, Guilt-Free Fun in
With a growing trend towards healthy low-carb, gluten-free eating, Eshticken Pizza takes the pizza experience in a whole new direction. The restaurant’s brand new, patent-pending, Zero Carb Crust was born from the desire of one of the owners to enjoy pizza while on a low carb diet. The result is owners Mohamed and Eman Aly are redefining the pizza experience to be one that is repositioned for a marketplace now very aware of carbs and gluten. - March 31, 2012 - Eshticken Pizza