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SGS Announces EU to Amend Exemptions on RoHS for Medical Devices (Annex IV) and Fluorescent Lamps (Annex III)
From 22 July 2014 medical devices and from 22 July 2016 IVD need to comply with the RoHS recast (1). Due to various reasons, such as safety, a negative impact to environment or no substitutes, etc. the European Parliament and the Council have amended Annex IV of RoHS recast “2011/65/EU” (1). - February 24, 2014 - SGS
Fava Tea Company Opens a New Website at www.FavaTea.com
Fava Tea Company, Wisconsin’s largest locally owned tea-only retail store, is launching a brand-new website, www.FavaTea.com, with a full shopping cart of all its nearly 300 teas and unique tea blends. The website, that went live on February 17, 2014, provides a second-to-none memberable,... - February 23, 2014 - Fava Tea Company, LLC
The Balancing Act® Airing on Lifetime TV Welcomes BiziBubble, Chandler Farm and Discount Medical Supply to Show
BiziBubble, Chandler Farms and Discount Medical Supplies Take Center Stage on February 25th with Julie Moran - February 23, 2014 - BrandStar
Peri-Peri Restaurant Set to Open in Torrey Highlands This March
The area’s first-of-its-kind concept will offer a menu inspired by the spicy and aromatic dishes served in Southern Africa. - February 23, 2014 - PeriPeri
Kroger Implements New My Prescriptions Program
Local Grocer Offers New User Interface to Enhance Customer Pharmaceutical Experience. - February 23, 2014 - Kroger
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
The Balancing Act® Airing on Lifetime TV Focuses on Hope and Support for Rare Diseases, Non-24 Sleep-Wake Disorder, Caregiver Moms
Global Genes, Discount Medical Supplies, and Vanda Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Take Center Stage on February 21st Show - February 21, 2014 - BrandStar
Entrepreneur Daniel Chun Opens Fourth IHOP Restaurant in Westbury
International Franchise IHOP (International House of Pancakes) celebrated the opening of its newest location in Westbury. Dignitaries including Town of Hempstead Supervisor Kate Murray; Town of Hempstead Town Clerk Nasrin G. Ahmad; Mayor of the Village of Westbury Peter I. Cavallaro; Westbury Chamber of Commerce President Fran Frisone and other chamber members and local supporter’s joined owner Daniel Chun for a ribbon cutting and grand opening celebration. - February 21, 2014 - IHOP Wesbury
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
Bühler Extends Its Presence in China with a Turnkey Project at Hangzhou Wahaha Group for Processing Rice and Beans
Leading Chinese producer trusts Bühler expertise to improve quality and reduce costs with the installation of advanced cleaning and grading lines. - February 20, 2014 - Buhler Sortex Ltd.
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
The Balancing Act® Airing on Lifetime TV Gives the Lowdown on Car Insurance
Acceptance Takes Center Stage on February 20th Show - February 16, 2014 - BrandStar
On Tap: Ale Mary’s Craft Beer Bar Coming to Downtown Royal Oak
Construction drawings for Ale Mary’s Craft Beer Bar, which will be located next to Tom’s Oyster Bar on Main Street in downtown Royal Oak, will soon be submitted to the city for review. The restaurant’s manager, Justin Pries, says he expects to open this spring. In the meantime,... - February 13, 2014 - Ale Mary's Beer Hall Royal Oak
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
Alcon Laboratories, Inc. to Appear on The Balancing Act® on Lifetime TV
An expert for Alcon will be featured on the show to educate viewers on proper care for contact lenses. - February 12, 2014 - BrandStar
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
Affect: Infuse Your Drink; Inspire the Night
Liquid Spirit Enhancement Company Embraces Crowdfunding to Attain Success. - February 11, 2014 - Affect
Southern Brewing & Winemaking Releases Scotch on the Rocks
Seminole Heights brewery releases a Prohibition-inspired beer for its Valentine’s Day Speakeasy. - February 11, 2014 - Southern Brewing & Winemaking
The Balancing Act® Airing on Lifetime TV Gives the Skinny on Weight Loss, Keeping Romance Alive, Pet Care
Skinny Body Care, Kama Sutra Co., and PDx BioTech Take Center Stage on February 11th Show - February 09, 2014 - BrandStar
Manila Wine Supplier Holds Burgundy Wine Tasting Friday 28 Feb
Manila wine lovers curious why Burgundy wines are darlings of connoisseurs might get answers after attending Burgundy wine tasting held on 28 Feb in Yats Wine Shop in Ortigas. - February 08, 2014 - Yats Wine Cellars
St. Florian's Brewery Celebrates 1 Year Anniversary by Pulling Taps in Windsor
As St. Florian’s Brewery officially turns “1” today, the owners of St. Florian’s Brewery announce the grand opening of their Sonoma County tap room. They welcome visitors starting at 4pm at 7704A Bell Road in Windsor, adjacent to their brewing facility. St. Florian’s Brewery Tap Room will be open on Fridays from 4-8pm, Saturdays from 12-8pm & Sundays from 12-8pm. Any additions or changes to these hours will be posted on St. Florian’s Brewery social media sites & website. - February 07, 2014 - St. Florian's Brewery LLC
SGS Informs on the New RoHS Methodology Manual for Restricted Substances List
According to Recital 10, of EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS), the use of the following substances should be considered as a priority for the first review, which must be completed before 22 July 2014. - February 07, 2014 - SGS
AP Dataweigh Announces Two New Executive Appointments
Custom checkweigher, in-line weighing and industrial conveyor OEM continues growth. - February 07, 2014 - AP Dataweigh Inc.
San Diego Brewery Tours Announces Valentine's Day Special
San Diego Brewery Tours is thrilled to offer its clients a special Valentine's Day promotion on brewery tours throughout the San Diego region on Friday, February 14, 2014. The San Diego-based brewery tour company will partner with local award-winning breweries, including Green Flash Brewing Company, Ballast Point Brewing & Spirits, Mission Brewery, The Lost Abbey, Stone Brewing Company, and AleSmith Brewing Company to provide all-inclusive tours. - February 06, 2014 - San Diego Brewery Tour
Belle Chevre Cheese Featured on Revolutionary New Delta Airlines International Menu
Belle Chevre's award-winning artisan goat cheese has been chosen by Delta Airlines and famed chef Linton Hopkins to be the new cheese spotlighted on select international flights' new business-class menu. - February 06, 2014 - Belle Chevre
The Balancing Act® Airing on Lifetime Television Shares Secrets to Weight Loss Success
Skinny Body Care Takes Center Stage on February 5th Show - February 05, 2014 - BrandStar
Ukrainian Confectionery "ZhL": Results of 2013
In 2013 Zhytomyr confectionery "ZhL" sold its products for more than 930 million UAH, which is 3.17% more than in 2012. Factory "ZhL" held in 2013 its position in the top-five leaders of Ukrainian confectionery market. The share of confectionary "ZhL" in the total... - February 05, 2014 - confectionery factory "ZhL"
Detectable Mastic for Food Producers – Detectasil® from Detectamet
Detectasil® is a new metal and X-ray detectable silicone mastic from Detectamet. It is designed to help food producers protect their products from contamination should the material get into the food. It is available in a blue or white finish and the cartridges fit into standard applicator guns. - February 05, 2014 - Detectamet
DanCo Decor Company: Bottles Decoration for Branding Purposes
DanCo Decor Company has performed a new project for bottles branding. - February 05, 2014 - DanCo Decor Company
Latest in Food Cutting Machinery Goes on Show as Urschel International Displays at Fruit Logistica, Messe Berlin, Germany
Leading Food Cutting Technology Specialists Urschel Laboratories, Inc. will be proudly presenting machines and food processing equipment at the Fruit Logistica event in Berlin, Germany. - February 05, 2014 - Urschel Laboratories
Food Processing Manufacturer Urschel Participates at the Industrial Food & Packaging Fair in Norway
Urschel Laboratories Inc. is the global lead in developing the latest machines and devices in the field of food cutting technology. Urschel will be displaying at the Industrial Food & Packaging Fair in Norway, presenting two machines. - February 05, 2014 - Urschel Laboratories
W S & P Wholesale Acquires National Licensing and Formulation of Jeff Foxworthy’s Full Force Energy Shot
W S and P Wholesale announced they have finalized the acquisition of Jeff Foxworthy’s Full Force Energy Shot licensing and formulations. Foxworthy’s Full Force Energy shot is a premium 2oz energy drink which combines a fresh berry taste with long-lasting energy boost. The purchase was... - February 02, 2014 - W S & P Wholesale Corporation
Fourth Annual Valentine’s Vow Renewal and Wedding Celebration: Hosted by the Waters Edge at Giovanni’s
The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s - a landmark Connecticut restaurant and event space - will be hosting its fourth annual Valentine’s Vow Renewal and Wedding Celebration. This free ceremony allows couples across Connecticut to renew their wedding vows or get married. Guests can also enjoy an exquisite four-course meal, picturesque floral arrangements, and a professional photographer. - February 01, 2014 - Waters Edge at Giovanni's
SGS Informs on New EFSA Assessment on Risks of Aspartame for Human Health
Aspartame and its breakdown products are safe for human consumption at current levels of exposure. This is the conclusion the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) published in its first full risk assessment of this sweetener (1). EFSA has undertaken a rigorous review of all available scientific research on aspartame and its breakdown products, including both animal and human studies. - January 31, 2014 - SGS
SGS Updates Information on US FDA Proposed Rule to Prevent Food from Intentional Adulteration
On 24 December 2013 the United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) published their proposed rule on mitigation strategies to protect food against intentional adulteration. This proposal is another major rule of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Comment period ends 31 March 2014. - January 31, 2014 - SGS
Finger Lakes Winery Publishes Groundbreaking History of Region, Winery
Available online for the first time, the new book "A Sense of Place: A Discovery of Finger Lakes Wine History and Villa Bellangelo Winery," is slated for release 2/1/14. - January 30, 2014 - Villa Bellangelo Winery
The Balancing Act® Airing on Lifetime TV Talks Flu Season Comfort Food, Fighting Hunger with Ancient Plant, Non-Standard Car Insurance
Acceptance, Inc. Maruchan, Dead Sea Moringa Take Center Stage on January 30th Show - January 30, 2014 - BrandStar
Active Aging Spokesperson Launches First Book, "Is Gluten Free for Me?" - 21 Tasty Recipes
Joyce Goodman, owner of the Bounce 2 Health Wellness Center in California, is releasing her first book - "Is Gluten Free For Me?" Having lost her son to a long battle with diabetes, Joyce made it her mission to help educate people on food and the effect it has on the body. - January 29, 2014 - Is Gluten Free For Me?
Arizona's Arrowhead Grill Offers Couples Romantic Valentine’s Day Dinner
Arrowhead Grill’s 5-Course Valentine’s Day Dinner Helps Couples Embrace a Weekend of Romance - January 29, 2014 - Arrowhead Grill
Pizza Rustica Expands to Mexico
Pizza Rustica Signs Master Franchise Agreement. - January 29, 2014 - Pizza Rustica
NanoCanter Launch on Kickstarter.com
NanoCanter is a patent pending, groundbreaking wine aerator developed in Charlotte, NC by three local entrepreneurs. On January 29th, 2014, NanoCanter will make its debut on the crowdfunding site, Kickstarter.com. - January 29, 2014 - NanoCanter Inc
Launch of Jamonprivé
The scarcity of platforms dedicated to the online sale of Iberian products and the gaps in those that already exist will become a thing of the past thanks to the imminent launch, in March 2014, of Jamonprive.com, a portal specialised in the distribution of high-quality Iberian products. - January 29, 2014 - jamonprive
O2 Media™ Inc. Names Loreyne Alicea Director of Marketing
Full-service branded entertainment media production company announces appointment of Alicea, who will focus on building O2’s business relationships across multiple partnership categories including brands, agencies and networks - January 29, 2014 - BrandStar
Banding Together for Fresh Coffee with a Conscience - Family of Artists Use Crowdfunding to Start Online Coffee Bean Company That Gives Back
Rock duo The Kin joins forces with family members to launch new online coffee bean company, Rocks and Gravel, whose mission is to deliver fresh coffee directly from roaster to doorstep while staying farmer, eco, bird and artist-friendly. - January 29, 2014 - Rocks and Gravel
Shining Ocean Inc. to Appear on The Balancing Act® Airing on Lifetime Television
Seafood Company will be featured on show to introduce their “Smart” seafood products as everyday healthy ingredients in home cooking. - January 29, 2014 - BrandStar
3rd Annual California Jazz & Wine Fest Seeks Sponsors, Vendors
The 3rd Annual California Jazz & Wine Fest, set for Sunday, May 18, 2014 in Thousand Oaks, is seeking sponsors and a limited number of vendors. - January 28, 2014 - California Jazz & Wine Festival
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Now Open in Highland Village, Texas
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, famously known for their award-winning hand-tossed, coal-fired brick oven pizzas and calzones, fresh salads and delicious desserts is now open. Located at The Shops at Highland Village, the restaurant offers patio seating, a banquet space and a full bar. Guests will be... - January 26, 2014 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
DanCo Decor Company: New Project for Bottles Decoration
DanCo Decor Company decorated bottles for alcoholic beverages for a new project. - January 26, 2014 - DanCo Decor Company