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Belize Distributor Karl H Menzies Launches New Site
Karl H Menzies announced the launch of a new, more user friendly version of its website - http://www.karlmenzies.com/. This website allows Karl H Menzies to more easily showcase all the different products that they offer. The website now features two categories of products: Surface Solutions which... - July 05, 2012 - Karl H Menzies
Delfini Citta Restaurant Presents Weekly Summer Live Music Series
Since May, the Beverly Hills restaurant and bar has been hosting local jazz musicians for its guests to enjoy every Thursday. - July 05, 2012 - Delfini Citta
50% Off Steaks for All Chicago Prime Steakhouse Facebook Fans - Exclusive Independence Weekend Offer
Chicago Prime Steakhouse invites fans to celebrate the nation’s independence and enjoy their award-winning cuisine with an exclusive offer. Simply “Like” the Chicago Prime Steakhouse Facebook fan page and receive 50% off steaks when you dine with them between Thursday, July 5... - July 05, 2012 - Chicago Prime Steakhouse
The Craft Beer Social Club Launches to Promote and Support Drinking British Beer
With the aim of increasing the popularity of British craft beer and real ale, The Craft Beer Social Club launches today, Tuesday 3rd July, 2012, with a full calendar of beer tastings, festivals and educational events. With the number of breweries in Britain doubling to around 800 since former... - July 05, 2012 - The Craft Beer Social Club
Monsoon Special at Oberoi Hotels & Resorts
This monsoon embark on a journey of rejuvenation with Oberoi Hotels & Resorts. According to Indian mythology, rain signifies purification of the universe. The July to September monsoon season is considered ideal to detoxify the body. This is the best time of the year to undertake an energising... - July 05, 2012 - Oberoi Hotels
Blake's Place Cafe and Catering Opens New Location in Los Alamitos, Calif.
Bringing "real barbecue at its best" to a new part of Orange County, Blake's Place Cafe and Catering opens second location at 11105 Los Alamitos Blvd., Los Alamitos. - July 04, 2012 - Blake's Place Cafe and Catering
Rembrandt Hotel Installed the Saltwater Pool System
Rembrandt Hotel has converted all of boiler gas from crude oil to liquefied petroleum gas or LPG and also changed the pool filtration system from chlorine to saltwater, giving an all-natural alternative that is nicer on the environment and better for the skin. - July 04, 2012 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
POPtions Popcorn Announces Return of Kettlemelt Crunch
POPtions Popcorn is proud to announce the return of one of THEIr most popular flavors, Kettlemelt Crunch. “POPtions excited bring back a flavor that has been so popular with our customers; Kettlemelt Crunch,” says Andrew Freundlich, founder of POPtions. “It’s a delicious... - July 04, 2012 - POPtions!
Provo Business Leader Finalist for Entrepreneur of the Year
Frank Davis, CEO of Food for Health International, a Provo-based company, is being recognized by Ernst and Young as a finalist for its Regional Entrepreneur of the Year award. Each year, Ernst and Young searches the country in an effort to recognize the best business leaders who are fueling the... - July 02, 2012 - Food for Health International
Bruichladdich Whisky Distillery Wins 2012 Trip Advisor Award
Bruichladdich Distillery is very proud to have been awarded a Certificate of Excellence for the year 2012 by TripAdvisor. - July 02, 2012 - Bruichladdich
Celebrate National Ice Cream Month with Yum's The Word, a New Storytelling Show Featuring Homemade Ice Cream Cakes
Celebrate National Ice Cream Month this July with “Yum’s the Word” - a new show that blends old-fashioned birthday parties with modern-day storytelling. Each month comedic storyteller, Robin Gelfenbien, throws a party for a lucky audience member replete with Mad Libs, balloon animals and homemade ice cream cakes. - July 02, 2012 - Yum's The Word Show
The National Hotel Receives Highest Award from World's Largest Travel Site
TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site, recognizes The National Hotel’s consistent top ratings from travelers, by awarding it the Certificate of Excellence, making it earn “a place among the very best,” according to Christine Petersen, President, TripAdvisor for Business. - July 01, 2012 - The National Hotel
Milford Valley Introduces New Chicken Entrées
Three flavors have been added to the Milford Valley retail chicken product line - July 01, 2012 - Milford Valley
Fire Up Your Grill for a Chance to Win $200 with Encore Woodland
To kick-start the summer, Encore Woodland would like to celebrate the barbeque season with a Facebook contest. Contestants are asked to submit a photo of their best/most appetizing barbeque meal and share with friends & family for a chance to win a $200 M&M Meat Shop gift card. - July 01, 2012 - Encore Woodland
Pizzeria Bombola Burgers & Brews Nominated for “Readers’ Choice Award for Best Pizza”
Pizzeria Bombola Burgers & Brews has been nominated for “Best Pizza” by The Lisle Patch as part of their “Readers’ Choice 2012 Awards.” Lisle’s newest restaurant has gained a following throughout Chicagoland by offering flavorfully-inspired thin-crust... - June 30, 2012 - Pizzeria Bombola Burgers & Brews
Solar Café Introduces Street Brew at the Dinin’ Hall
Solar Café is proud to introduce Street Brew, a mobile coffee trike serving the streets of Columbus, Ohio. Solar Café’s Street Brew trikes will be serving complimentary cups of coffee at the Dinin’ Hall on Saturday June 30th, 2012 for the special “Breakfast with... - June 30, 2012 - SolCaf Ltd
The Chef’s Academy Announces Winners of the 2012 Top Teen Talent Scholarship
Local Apex High School Graduate Earns Full Tuition Scholarship to Attend Local Culinary Institution - June 30, 2012 - The Chef's Academy
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino Announces Summer Six Pack of Poker 500 and Other Tournament News in Crown Royal® Poker Room
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino is hosting six tournaments beginning in July. Each tournament will have $500 added to the prize pool and have a buy in of $60 with a $6,500 starting stack. The tournaments will be held on July 17, 19, 24, 26, 31 and Aug. 2, 2012 in the Crown Royal Poker Room. On... - June 30, 2012 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Gourmet Depot Introduces Award Winning All Natural Marinades & Grilling Sauces
Leading gourmet food wholesaler Gourmet Depot has recently introduced more new products guaranteed to sell rapidly in retail and gourmet stores. These timely gourmet marinades and sauces are also ideal for inclusion in summer gift baskets. Each encompasses a variety of tastes and flavours sure to... - June 30, 2012 - Gourmet Depot Canada Inc
The Celebration of Swedish Midsummer at the Rembrandt Hotel
The Rembrandt Hotel once again proudly hosted the annual Swedish Midsummer celebration in coordination with the Thai- Swedish chamber of commerce in Bangkok. More than a hundred people from the local Swedish community joined the event to celebrate the afternoon with friends and families at pool... - June 30, 2012 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Small Business Uses Crowdfunding to Spread Sugar Coated Message
Help save Diversity Jellybeans - Like people, you can't determine what is on the inside by simply looking at the outside. - June 30, 2012 - iCelebrateDiversity.com
Superior Grocers and Its Foundation Donate $5,000 to Support Education in the City of Industry
Superior Grocers, one of Southern California’s largest independent supermarket chains, through its non-profit organization, Superior Foundation is proud to announce its latest donation to local schools. On Friday, June 29, 2012, Superior Foundation will be awarding a $5,000 donation to... - June 29, 2012 - Superior Grocers
Rubio’s® Dishes Up Sustainable Seafood and Citrus Flare in New Salad Options
Iconic Restaurant Kicks Off Summer with Addition of Chipotle Orange Shrimp Salad and Wild Planet® Tuna Salad - June 29, 2012 - Rubio's
Chicago Prime Steakhouse Hosts the Payton Family and The History Channel’s Giorgio Tsoukalos
Chicago Prime Steakhouse set the scene recently for some familiar names who came to enjoy an evening of fine dining and the hospitality of the Kalkounos family. Guests included Connie and Jarrett Payton, wife and son of Chicago Bears legend Walter Payton and The History Channel’s Giorgio Tsoukalos. - June 28, 2012 - Chicago Prime Steakhouse
Alternative Cost-Effective Method for Indoor Air Quality: activTek Environmental Products Help Earn LEED Points
activTek Environmental recently announced that several of its products used during the construction of a commercial building in Brazil helped achieve the requirements for LEED EQ Credit 3.1-Indoor Air Quality Plan: During Construction and EQ Credit 3.2- Indoor Air Quality Plan: Before... - June 28, 2012 - Vollara
Chubb Insurance Appoints San Diego Wine Storage to Masterpiece® Protection Network
San Diego Wine Storage (SDWS) has been selected by the Chubb Group of Insurance Companies as a “Chubb Preferred Service Provider” within its Masterpiece® Protection Network. The Masterpiece Network provides coverage for high value art, antiques, wine, and other valuable collections. - June 28, 2012 - San Diego Wine Storage
Grand Mercure Shanghai Hongqiao by Accor Appoints Gillian Huang as Director of Marketing and Communications
Ms. Gillian Huang has been appointed Director of Marketing and Communications at Grand Mercure Shanghai Hongqiao by Accor, effective immediately. Ms. Huang will assume responsibility of the entire marketing operation, branding, public relation management, with an emphasis on promoting Grand... - June 28, 2012 - Grand Mercure Hongqiao Shanghai
Beer Cartel Announces the Launch of Its New Website
Beer Cartel announces the launch of its new website which reflects its increasing beer range, while providing a more user friendly experience. - June 28, 2012 - Beer Cartel
Great Wines Direct Offer an Extensive Range of 2011 Vintage Wines
Great Wines Direct, one of the UK's top wine companies offers 1000's of wines selected from growers and estates from over 18 countries worldwide. All the new 2011 vintage wines including Ashbourne Red Pinotage, Biblia Chora Sauvignon Blanc, Sept Saisons Viognier and more are now in stock and... - June 27, 2012 - Great Wines Direct
Source-Omega Algae Oil Supplier Earns BBB Accreditation
This week, Source-Omega announced its recent accreditation by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) serving Eastern North Carolina. As the first algae oil company with BBB Accreditation and as a BBB Accredited Business, Source-Omega is dedicated to promoting trust in the marketplace. “We are... - June 26, 2012 - Source-Omega
Nonni's Corner Trattoria Unveils Public Outdoor Mural
Nonni’s Corner Trattoria will unveil an enchanting public outdoor mural created by Andrew Hazelton on Thursday, June 28, 2012, at 4pm. The life size mural is mounted on the corner of S. Broad St. and College Ave. The public is invited to attend. - June 26, 2012 - Nonni's Corner Trattoria
Grand Mercure Hongqiao Appoints Mr. Joshua Cao as Resident Manager
Grand Mercure Hongqiao Shanghai is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Joshua Cao as Resident Manager. Since joining Grand Mercure Hongqiao in 2007, Joshua Cao has played an important role in improving operational results as well as growth of the hotel’s network. After five years... - June 26, 2012 - Grand Mercure Hongqiao Shanghai
POPtions Popcorn Announces Return of BBQ Caramelt Crunch
The return on one of the most popular flavors for summertime at POPtions. - June 26, 2012 - POPtions!
Get the Flavour of Asia: Eurofoods and Sainsburys Strike a Deal
Eurofoods are delighted to announce their partnership deal with food retailer Sainsburys. Eurofoods, based in Newport, Gwent, are currently seeing an upturn in demand for their predominantly Asian foods and this comes as more good news for them this year, after securing another deal with the giant high street supermarket chain Tesco. - June 25, 2012 - EuroFoods Group
Pop Karma to Feature Frank Organic Olive Oil in New Popcorn Flavors
Frank and Other Pure, Top-Quality Ingredients to Create Delicious Mediterranean Flavor. - June 25, 2012 - Frank Organics
Cupcakes Will be in the Spotlight at First Friday Birthday Bash
While 3GC typically cruises the streets vending cupcakes curbside, on that night from 6-9 PM, they will park at "The Truck Stop" at 21st and Wyandotte to host a birthday party with a dozen other food trucks, live music and a beer garden. As if cupcakes weren’t enough, there will also be a cupcake-eating contest, a charity raffle with fabulous prizes from local restaurants, hotels, artisans and other local businesses to benefit The Children's Place and Jack FM will be doing a live remote. - June 25, 2012 - 3 Girls Cupcakes
New Chic Candy Buffet Company in Town
ChicCandyBuffet.com is a new and cute candy buffet company that offers hundreds of bulk candy options for party planners and guests alike. To learn more, visit www.chiccandybuffet.com to see their exclusive selection of guest-favorite candies. - June 24, 2012 - Chic Candy Buffet Bar Sweets
Epicurex Announces Launch of Organic Aloe Vera Drink with Pulp
An organic drink made of Aloe Vera which is widely known for its health beneifts is launched. - June 24, 2012 - Epicurex LLC
Company Launches Energy Drink Alternative
While energy drink giants duke it out for first place, Wired Waffles has created its own niche to capitalize on a multibillion dollar market. Seattle based Wired Waffles is announcing the first energized snack waffle. - June 23, 2012 - Wired Waffles
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria in Grapevine, Texas Now Open
The restaurant group, headed by CEO Joey Ciolli, is in a major expansion mode for Texas and many other states. The company currently operates over 20 restaurants in Florida, Arizona, New York, and Nevada. Grimaldi’s Pizzerias’ expansion plans for 2012 include Las Vegas, Tampa Florida and various other sites TBA. - June 22, 2012 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
The Newest Family Member of Freshness
VIDACASA has built its reputation as a cold food display system that can keep food at 39°F up to 6 hours, no ice, mess, or electricity required. Now with the release of the iTherm Hot Cell™, VIDACASA™ diningware can be used interchangeably for both hot and cold. This reusable, cost-effective solution ensures chefs have to flexibility to deliver food at the ideal temperature, no matter the cuisine. - June 22, 2012 - VIDACASA
Laddie Ten - 101 World Whiskies to Try Before You Die
The Laddie Ten, Bruichladdich's flagship ten year old whisky, has been selected to feature as one of the whiskies in the 2012 edition of Ian Buxton's book, "101 World Whiskies to Try before You Die." - June 22, 2012 - Bruichladdich Distillery
Chicago Prime Steakhouse Welcomes Granddaughter of Hollywood Icon and TV Real Estate Phenomenon
Chicago Prime Steakhouse graciously entertained Anastasia Gionis, granddaughter of legendary screen actor John Wayne, along with cast from A&E’s TV show Flip This House while they were in Chicago. - June 22, 2012 - Chicago Prime Steakhouse
Cafe Chef Announces the Launch of Their New Emanada Brand gourmet-2go!
Café Chef, a NJ food service company, announced today the launch of their new empanada brand gourmet-2go!. Managing Partner, Chris Consorte, said “We’re excited about our gourmet-2go! brand. We’ve been having tremendous success with our empanadas so it only made sense to... - June 21, 2012 - Cafe Chef
Lucky Dog Hot Sauce is Proud to Announce the Launch of Their Gourmet Hot Sauce Brand, Supported by Website LuckyDogHotSauce.com
Due to overwhelming demand, Lucky Dog Hot Sauce has ramped up production and manufactured their gourmet hot sauce varieties to favorable reviews. - June 20, 2012 - Lucky Dog Hot Sauce
Free WiFi at Rembrandt Hotel
Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok is now offering complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Guests are able to surf on their favorite websites, check out the latest promotion from our fine restaurants, and book rooms. Rembrandt Hotel is now providing one of the most crucial conveniences giving one of the... - June 20, 2012 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Retrotech, Inc. Honored with Green Provider Award
The editors of Food Logistics Magazine have selected Retrotech, Inc. as a 2012 Top Green Provider. - June 20, 2012 - Retrotech Inc.
Freshi Signs Master Franchising Agreement to Develop in Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain
Freshi, the world’s fastest growing Ice Sticks chain announced that the company has signed a master franchise agreement with Amer Group, to develop the brand in Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Bahrain. The agreement calls for approximately 65 Freshi branches to be opened in the... - June 20, 2012 - Freshi Ice Sticks
BIOMIN Energizes Phytogenics Business by Acquiring German Feed Additive Company
Animal nutrition company BIOMIN finalized the acquisition and integration of the German based phytogenic feed additive and feed flavorings company MICRO-PLUS. This acquisition adds to BIOMIN's proven expertise in phytogenics and its passion for providing innovative and trend- setting solutions to its customers. - June 20, 2012 - BIOMIN Holding GmbH
Specialty Products Division at Hormel Foods Introduces FUXIONS™ Water Soluble, Clear & Shelf Stable Omega-3 EPA & DHA Concentrates – Fusing Food & Beverages with Function
The Specialty Products Division at Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE-HRL), announced today that it has released its new FUXIONS line of products utilizing the patented OmegaH2O® technology to deliver clear, shelf stable and great tasting water beverages. As a continuing effort to focus on consumer... - June 18, 2012 - The Specialty Products Division at Hormel Foods Corporation