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Shades of K Tel - TV4U Adds Video Key Store Advertising to Grand National Distributors Product Push
Henderson, Nevada Based Distributor of such Products as Nika Water, Sportastic Sports Drink, and Chelas Antro's Mix to benefit from key store TV ads provided to retail outlets by TV4U. - March 02, 2012 - TV4U, LLC
LP Innovations, Inc. and International Lighthouse Group Team Up to Help Grocers Combat Increasing Loss, Affecting Profitability and Margin
LP Innovations, Inc., a leader in providing the retail industry with proven loss prevention solutions, and the International Lighthouse Group, a risk management firm specializing in the identification of risks, threats and liabilities to business and industry, have teamed up to provide the grocery... - March 01, 2012 - LP Innovations, Inc.
Monroe Culinary Shines at Lincoln Tech Culinary Competition
On February 25 and 26 six students from the Monroe College School of Hospitality Management and the Culinary Arts participated in a culinary competition at Lincoln Tech in Hartford, CT. Earning top honors was Gabriela Grande, a CCAP & ProStart alum and graduate of Food & Finance High School... - March 01, 2012 - Monroe College
Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok: March Food Promotions
The latest food promotion of award-winning mexican restaurant, Senor Pico, at Rembrandt Hotel Sukhumvit Soi 18. - March 01, 2012 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
ConnectToCatering.com Offers New Birmingham Catering Options with Nothing But Noodles
ConnectToCatering.com is pleased to announce its newest partnership with Birmingham’s Nothing But Noodles restaurant to extend online catering ordering services. ConnectToCatering.com offers online catering ordering from 30+ menus in Alabama. - February 27, 2012 - ConnectToCatering.com
AmpleHarvest.org Announces AmpleMusic.org - Fighting Hunger in America with Music
Original Music Written About Hunger in America Now Available Online to Help AmpleHarvest.org’s Fresh Food for Pantries Campaign. - February 26, 2012 - AmpleHarvest.org
Hoosier Girl Cakery: a Sweet New Addiction for Monroe
New Bakery Makes Homemade Cakes from Scratch Just Like Grandma’s - February 25, 2012 - Hoosier Girl Cakery
Top Chef Hire Brings a New Service to the Table in Singapore
What is the difference between going out for dinner and inviting guests to one's home? It is the work the woman in charge has to do to prepare the lunch or dinner: finding recipes; shopping; locking herself in the kitchen for hours; preparing all the dishes and of course providing the service during the meal. Top Chef Hire introduces a new way of entertainment by making it easy to have a personal chef who does it all for the clients. - February 24, 2012 - Top Chef Hire
Academy Awards Requests Cell-nique Super Green
The 2012 Academy Awards Show has requested Cell-nique Super Green Drink for their Nominees, Executives, Writers and Production Staff. - February 24, 2012 - Cell-nique
ChefUniforms.com to Hold Its 2nd Annual Contest for an All-Expenses-Paid Trip to the 2012 National Restaurant Association Show
ChefUniforms.com is holding a contest, in which professional chefs and culinary students will compete to win an all-expense paid trip to the 2012 NRA Show. Voting will take place on the company’s website from March 26th-April 23rd, and the winner will be announced on April 24th. One professional or student will be chosen by tallying the votes. For more information about the contest and for complete rules and regulations, please visit www.chefuniforms.com/contest. - February 24, 2012 - Chef Uniforms.com
U.S. Veg Corp to Present Matt Frazier
New York City’s second annual Vegetarian Food Festival will get underway the weekend of March 3-4, at the Metropolitan Pavilion in Manhattan. In addition to vegan vendors and entertainers, there will be a bevy of energetic speakers revealing their tips for living a blissful vegan life. Here’s a little Q&A with one of the experts whom festival-goers will be listening to. - February 24, 2012 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Launch of the New Maison Cailler Brand and Its Personalised Pralines
From today, customers based in Switzerland and Liechtenstein will be able to order luxury Maison Cailler chocolates online. During a presentation to the press at the Chocolate Centre of Excellence in Broc on Tuesday, Chief Executive of Nestlé S.A. Laurent Freixe officially inaugurated the... - February 24, 2012 - Maison Cailler
Brand-New Website Offers Full Spectrum of Life Coaching Training and Certification for Coaches of All Levels
A new website at http://lifecoachcertification.us/ offers life coach training courses for both new and advanced coaches. Offered by the Spencer Institute, the site provides holistic life coaching training. - February 23, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Singh360 Offers “LEED Modeling” Services to Supermarket Retailers
Helps retailers optimize design and maximize LEED credits. - February 23, 2012 - Singh360
The Second Annual NYC Vegetarian Food Festival Heats Up Next Weekend
Ironman triathelete Brendan Brazier will be one of the experts to speak at the second annual New York City Vegetarian Food festival, organizers announced recently. The event will take place March 3-4, 10AM-5PM at the Metropolitan Pavilion in Manhattan, 125 W. 18th Street. - February 23, 2012 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Beautiful Brands International Rolls Out Revel Systems’ Revolutionary Mobile Point-of-Sale System
POS Company Caps Momentous Year with Fast-Growing Client Roster and Tenfold Growth in Just Four Months - February 22, 2012 - Revel Systems, Inc.
Superior Grocers and Its Foundation Donate $10,000 to Support Education in the City of Santa Fe Springs
Superior Grocers has awarded $10,000 to four schools in the City of Santa Fe Springs. Each of the schools received a $2,500 scholarship at the City's Council meeting held on Thursday, February 16, 2012. Superior Foundation will continue working with the local community in order to maintain its commitment and support of Education throughout Southern California. - February 22, 2012 - Superior Grocers
Food Truck Heath Safety Explained and Beer Integrated with Social Media in February’s Food and Drink Digital Issue
Food & Drink Digital, a top digital media source for the food and drink industry, is proud to announce the launch of its February 2012 edition. This month they present their Local Issue, with a focus on finding inspiration in your own backyard. They talk to Ricardo Encarnacion, Environmental... - February 22, 2012 - WDM Group
Fusion®, Whitford’s Sol-Gel Nonstick Coating, Now Improved in Three Important Ways
Whitford launched Fusion in 2011. Fusion is a coating system based on sol-gel technology, a hybrid of organic and inorganic chemistry common to ceramic engineering. Fusion has important advantages over other sol-gel so-called ceramic nonsticks, such as a simpler, more user-friendly chemistry that... - February 22, 2012 - Whitford Corporation
Hip Digital Goes to the Movies with McCain Frozen Pizzas
Canadians receive complimentary Warner Bros. movie rental inside specially marked boxes of McCain "Rising Crust" pizzas. - February 22, 2012 - Hip Digital Media
EuroFoods' Masala Bazaar Launch New Web Site
In the ever changing and evolving world of Eurofoods owned Masala Bazaar, they are pleased to announce the launch of their new website. Where the old website was nothing more than a splash page of information, the new site offers a whole bundle of new material and interesting insights. The Ethnic... - February 21, 2012 - EuroFoods Group
Diamond Commissary Receives USDA Approval for Food Preparation
Diamond Commissary, formerly Pyramid Food Service, announced today their approval from the USDA for their wholesale food manufacturing of prepared 5 lb food trays. With USDA standards being stringent, and the cost to properly maintain a USDA facility high, many commissaries ordered to become USDA... - February 20, 2012 - Pyramid Foods
Amooré Pizza, the Traveling Wood-Fired Pizza Kitchen Will be at "Taste of Williamson" Fundraiser for the United Way
Amooré Pizza, located in Franklin, TN is a traveling wood-fired pizza kitchen that comes to your location to cater your pizza party. Ideal for parties of 25 - 60 at your business or home. - February 19, 2012 - Amoore Pizza
Kelapo Partners with Experts to Help Educate Consumers: Coconut Oil Brand Introduces New Resident Chef and Resident Dietician
Kelapo Coconut Oil is excited to announce the company’s newest partnerships with Nutrition and Fitness Expert Susan B. Dopart, M.S., R.D., C.D.E. and Chef Jessica Bright. Now through June 2012, both Bright and Dopart will contribute tips and recipes to Kelapo’s popular blog,... - February 19, 2012 - Kelapo Coconut
National Association of Catering Executives Names Rocky Top Hospitality 2011 Caterer of the Year
Local Restaurateur Recognized as Winner by National Catering Association. - February 18, 2012 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Every Door Direct Mail™ by Taradel Helps NJ Pizza Shop Increase Sales 47%
Tom Nuscis, a pizzeria operator from NJ, uses Taradel.com to launch successful Every Door Direct Mail™ marketing campaigns - online. - February 17, 2012 - Taradel
The Next Incarnation of “March’s Frozen Food Month”
MagicKitchen.com Announces a New Generation of Healthy, Quality Meal Options Delivered - February 17, 2012 - MagicKitchen.com
Marni Wasserman Announces Raw Food Workshops with Doug McNish
Culinary Nutritionist, Marni Wasserman, will be hosting a series of exclusive culinary workshops with Executive Vegan Chef, Doug McNish. The workshops will focus on raw food ingredients, recipes, and cooking techniques. - February 17, 2012 - Marni Wasserman Inc.
Start Up is Opening Thirty Cafes Using Crowdfunding. Letting Customers Vote on How the Cafes Are Run.
New Perspectives Cafe, a start up company, is combining polling and crowdfunding to create a unique event. New Perspectives Cafe is opening thirty stores nationwide, at the same date and time, using a crowdfunding model of finance. In addition to this, New Perspectives Cafe is letting members vote on the cafe's menus, theme nights, events, fundraisers, new locations, and just about everything else. - February 16, 2012 - New Perspectives Cafe
Just Eat Teams Up with Second Harvest for Lunch Money Day on February 16, 2012
Just Eat Canada lends a hand on Lunch Money Day by making Corporate Catering easier than ever through www.Just-Eat.ca - February 15, 2012 - Just Eat Canada
Baker St. Pub & Grill Adds New Food Items, Cocktails to Its Selection of Offerings
The culinary team behind the Baker St. Pub & Grill concept have unveiled new menu items including a selection of fresh new salads, pot pies, sandwiches and fun cocktails when a pint of lager won’t do. The Sesame Ginger Chicken & Quinoa salad is a blend of fresh spring and baby... - February 15, 2012 - Baker St. Pub & Grill
Craft Beer Storage Now Available in San Diego and Solana Beach
San Diego Wine Storage offers climate controlled lockers for local craft beer collectors. - February 14, 2012 - San Diego Wine Storage
Culinary Artists Bring Their Expertise to Southwest
In only its first year in business, Around the World Catering Service has quickly become El Paso’s leading catering company. With hard work and creative vision, two young entrepreneurial Chefs have created the premier catering service in the Southwest. The innovative under-30-entrepreneurs... - February 14, 2012 - Around the World Catering Service
Flying Elephant Pub & Grill Invites Community to Give Back to Injured Military Members Through Fundraiser Event
Carlsbad Restaurant Hosts Operation Game On Event with Live Music, Food Specials and Raffles to Raise Awareness and Donations for San Diego Troops - February 12, 2012 - The Flying Elephant
Valley Singles to Celebrate Valentine’s Day with St. Valentine’s Day Massacre Party at British Open Pub
For those Valley singles whose love lives resemble a massacre more than a movie romance, Scottsdale’s British Open Pub has just the ticket this year – a St. Valentine’s Day Massacre party at the popular Scottsdale pub. Traditionally, the St. Valentine's Day Massacre is known as... - February 12, 2012 - British Open Pub & Grill
Tasty Recipes - Application by Webelinx Teaches Users to Cook Like Chiefs at Fancy Restaurants
New Android Application with Tips and Tricks for Tasty Kitchen and Easy-to-Follow Recipes - February 11, 2012 - Webelinx
Pastas Gallo Increased Sales by 18% by Automating the Process of New Products Launching with Polymita
Pastas Gallo has improved their time to market by 38% and recovered the technology investment in 3 and a half months. - February 11, 2012 - Polymita
TV4U Signs Chelas Antro's Mix for Grand National Distribution in Las Vegas
Chelas Antro's to Receive Major Key Store Advertising Program in English and Spanish in Las Vegas via TVS Television Network Productions. - February 11, 2012 - TV4U, LLC
BULL Outdoor Products is Presenting Sponsor for Academy of Country Music Experience BBQ Competition
BULL Outdoor Products will be the presenting sponsor of four BBQ Events run as part of the "Academy of Country Music” Experience. These events include the “ACM BBQ Throwdown” presented by BULL. This KCBS sanctioned event will draw BBQ competitors from around the world that... - February 10, 2012 - Bull Outdoor Products Inc.
Thought Leaders in Food Specifications Converge on Milwaukee’s Business Community
Solutions Associates Consulting, Inc., owners Helen Austin and Jackie Clark-Muhammad will discuss their successes in forging strategic business relationships with some of the world’s largest food and consumer goods companies. - February 10, 2012 - Solutions Associates Consulting, Inc.
Keeping It Hot, GMO, and Gluten Free This Valentines Day
Those looking to make this an extra special Valentine's Day can tune in to Smart Health Talk Radio Show as host Elaine McFadden and Chef Lance Corralez provide the formula for a hot night to remember even for those restricted to a gluten free diet. - February 09, 2012 - Smart Health Talk
Chaine des Rotisseurs at Restaurant Mazzi in Lancaster, PA
Chaine des Rotisseurs, Lancaster Bailliage holds its holiday dinner at restaurant Mazzi. New member induction ceremony will be held 12 March 2012. Mid-Atlantic Young Chef's competition to be held 11 March, 2012 in York, PA. - February 09, 2012 - Chaine des Rotisseurs
Genji LLC Partners with M Café to Introduce Contemporary Asian Macrobiotic Cuisine
New Offerings Available in Four New York City Whole Foods Locations and at mái cuisine - February 09, 2012 - Genji Sushi
Chukar Cherries Celebrates National Cherry Month
Washington State cherry company showcases Pacific Northwest “super fruit.” - February 09, 2012 - Chukar Cherry Company
Tribeca Tavern Receives Three 2012 Maggy Awards by Cary Magazine
Rocky Top Hospitality Restaurant Earns Three Honorable Mentions for Best Burger, Best Appetizer and Best Outdoor Dining. - February 09, 2012 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Pop Pals Ice Pop Holders Debuting New Jumbo Size Pop Pals at New York Toy Fair 2012 February 12-15th, Booth # 5953
Pop Pals Ice Pop Holders is debuting its new jumbo size Pop Pals at the New York Toy Fair 2012 February 12-15th, booth # 5953. Pop Pals is thrilled to debut its new jumbo size Pop Pals at the Toy Fair in New York February 12-15 in booth # 5953. The new larger jumbo size Pop Pals make it easier for... - February 06, 2012 - M3 &Company
Recipe4Living Shares Free Valentine’s Day eCookbook
Recipe4Living.com has a new, free eCookbook for Valentine’s Day with the best festive recipes on the web. The book contains recipes from dinners to desserts and more, with a spotlight on quick, budget-friendly fun. - February 05, 2012 - Recipe4Living.com
Lee Hortman of Gray & Creech Releases Podcast on New Sparkling Water System
Vice President of Operations at Gray & Creech Water Systems Discusses the Advantages of Its Method of Providing Carbonated Water for Clients - February 05, 2012 - Gray and Creech
Craft Beer Competition and Sampling Event Kicks Off 24th Annual Great Arizona Beer Festival
The Great Arizona Beer Festival presented by azcentral.com is conducting its 3rd annual beer competition, in partnership with DRAFT Magazine. The event’s official beer judges will sample and rate competing craft beers in the festival’s competition. Judging takes place Friday, Feb. 17th, 2012 at 6:30 pm at Heidi’s Events and Catering, 2095 W 15th St., Tempe, Ariz., 85281 in Tempe, and the event is open to the public. - February 04, 2012 - The Great Arizona Beer Festival
24th Annual Great Arizona Beer Festival Welcomes Craft Beer Fans to Tempe Beach Park
Attracting thousands of beer connoisseurs each year from across the state and beyond, the 24th annual Great Arizona Beer Festival takes place March 3, 2012 from 2 pm to 6 pm (VIP entry at 1 pm) at Tempe Beach Park. Featuring over 200 craft, specialty and micro-brewed beers from over 50 breweries across Arizona, the US and around the globe, the Great Arizona Beer Festival is the largest beer festival in the southwest and features an annual beer competition with medal winners. - February 04, 2012 - The Great Arizona Beer Festival