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WNC Hires Steve Huang as Chief Information Officer
Real estate IT veteran to oversee modernization of WNC’s investor reporting, corporate communications and disaster recovery systems amid nationwide expansion - June 17, 2012 - WNC & Associates, Inc.
B-TEK Scales Partners with iScrap App
Two cutting edge companies, B-TEK Scales, LLC and iScrap App partner for the Scrap industry. - June 17, 2012 - B-TEK Scales
Nassau Cooperative Extension Awarded County Legislature Citation, Featured in National Farm and Garden Magazine, American Agriculturalist
Legislators Honor Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County for Its Continued Commitment to Public Service - June 17, 2012 - Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County
Enter to Win a Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer from Recipe4Living
Allison Sickert, Editor – Don't miss this Kitchen-Aid® stand mixer giveaway on Recipe4Living’s blog ChewOnThatblog.com. Now through June 28, 2012, leave a comment on Chew on That blog and choose what color mixer to win and what Recipe4Living recipe would be made with this... - June 17, 2012 - Recipe4Living.com
Buy Me A Drink App Launches New Features
Awaiting the launch of iOS 6 and Ice Cream Sandwich, Buy Me A Drink App is set to release a new version of the Nightlife Socializing App with more features to meet party people. - June 17, 2012 - WAAVE Holdings Pte Ltd
Bland Food is Conquered with the New Product Hipster Dust
Hipster Dust has launched in Williamsburg, Brooklyn to satisfy the need for better tasting and less boring food. - June 16, 2012 - Hipster Dust
Grand Opening of Authentic Venezuelan Restaurant in Brickell
Over 40,000 Venezuelans reside in South Florida. Budare Bistro, opening in the heart of Brickell, hopes to bring them a taste of home with their authentic Venezuelan cuisine. Budare Bistro, owned by Gloria Villasmil & Jesus Nieto, is named after the circular cast iron or clay griddle used in... - June 16, 2012 - Budare Bistro
POPtions Popcorn Announces Return of Free Shipping
Free Shipping returns at POPtions Popcorn - June 16, 2012 - POPtions!
The Chef’s Academy’s Chef Eddie Wilson Releases Podcast on ProStart Program and Competition
Culinary Institute’s Chef Instructor Discusses National Restaurant Association Education Foundation’s Culinary Program for High School Students - June 16, 2012 - The Chef's Academy
Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok Begins Restaurant Renovations
Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok has embarked on yet another improvement project, the first floor renovation, encompassing the Mexican Restaurant Señor Pico, Thai Contemporary Red Pepper and international restaurant the Café scheduled for completion in September 2012. The hotel remains... - June 16, 2012 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
kojava.com Launches Online Gourmet Coffee Marketplace
Enjoy micro-roasted coffee delivered straight to your door. - June 15, 2012 - kojava
Kelapo Debuts Coconut Oil Cooking Spray
This month Kelapo Extra Virgin Coconut Oil enhances their popular line of coconut oil products for cooking and baking with the exciting addition of Kelapo Extra Virgin Coconut Oil Non-Stick Cooking Spray. The brand new item, made with unrefined organic coconut oil, is the first soy-free coconut oil... - June 15, 2012 - Kelapo Coconut
New Comparison Shop Revolutionizes the Food and Beverages Buying Industry
An increase in food options for restaurants has meant exhaustive hours and paperwork for restaurant owners. The results have been greater expense for the consumer. But at last there is a system that places all those vendors in one location, to click and compare in one place. - June 15, 2012 - Dine Market
JTM Food Group Launches New Web site to Capitalize on Expanding Markets, Drive More Sales Growth
New site includes recipes, videos, nutritional data and more - June 15, 2012 - JTM Food Group
Nolan Ryan Beef Expands Its All-Natural Product Distribution, Announces Ichibon Seafood & Steakhouse as Newest Foodservice Client
Nolan Ryan’s All–Natural Beef announces today an exciting new partnership with restaurant chain Ichibon Seafood & Steakhouse. Ichibon will be the first first Japanese hibachi grill to offer beef cuts from Nolan Ryan’s All-Natural Beef. Ichibon will serve Nolan Ryan’s... - June 15, 2012 - Nolan Ryan Beef
Farrell’s 3rd Annual Charity Ice Cream Eating Challenge is Announced
Farrell’s 3rd Annual Splendiferously Superiffic Summer Spectacular Ice Cream Eating Challenge is Announced with a new professional category and Family Festival. Proceeds for this event go to CHOC Children’s® and Make-A-Wish®. - June 14, 2012 - Farrell's Ice Cream Parlour
Atlanta Native Creates Bottled Sustainability in Iced Coffee Beverage
In 2012, Ed Lane launched Blue Donkey Iced Coffee, a coffee beverage project in Atlanta, Georgia. Ed is committed to authentic sustainability by working with a local Georgia dairy, using only natural ingredients, and eliminating 90% of his production waste. - June 14, 2012 - Blue Donkey Coffee, Inc.
Build Taste-Filled Gift Baskets with Gourmet Depot’s Latest Catalogue Additions
Gourmet Depot – Canada’s leader for high quality, always-fresh gourmet foods has recently announced the addition of several new products to their already comprehensive food shopping catalogue. The company’s new additions are designed to help clients add distinctive flavours to... - June 14, 2012 - Gourmet Depot Canada Inc
Latvian Supermodel and Two Others Enjoy StarCity Saigon Hotel Hospitality Service
International supermodel Julia Lescova and two other famous faces in the modeling industry in California enjoy real hospitality at StarCity Saigon Hotel. - June 14, 2012 - StarCity Saigon Hotel
CreAgri Receives International Recognition with Paris Polyphenols 2012 Award
CreAgri, Inchas been awarded the Paris Polyphenols 2012 Award for the most effective, innovative and sustainable process to recover healthy polyphenols from agricultural biomass. - June 13, 2012 - Creagri, Inc.
Health Foods Website Examines Heart-Friendly Attributes of Mediterranean Diet
Article analyzes Mediterranean diet components for their cardiovascular benefits. - June 13, 2012 - HealthFoodBenefits.com
Candy Retailer, IT’SUGAR Announces Summer Fun Pinterest Contest
With summer only a few weeks away, Candy retailer IT’SUGAR has just announced the launch of their Summer Fun Pinterest Contest. To enter, simply follow IT’SUGAR on Pinterest and create a pin board entitled “IT’SUGAR Summer.” From there, pin 15 products from the... - June 13, 2012 - IT'SUGAR
Discover Brunei for iPad – An Interactive Tourist Guide That Lets You See Brunei Through Real People’s Photos
Discover Brunei for iPad gives you a unique way to experience the country through real people’s social network photos and tips posted in Brunei. Download the app for free and stand a chance to win an all-expenses paid trip for two to Brunei worth over US$10,000. - June 13, 2012 - MeSixty Sdn Bhd
The Appetizer Store Announces Best Summer Party Appetizers Specials
With summer upon us, it is also party time for most. Summer parties and BBQs need some tasty finger foods and appetizers. The Appetizer store is putting its 5 best summer appetizers on display with great specials. - June 13, 2012 - The Appetizer Store
Natra Drives Its Growth Strategy in Asia with the Signing of a Supply Contract in China
TheyAreNews.com: Natra, Spanish multinational specializing in the production and marketing of cocoa-derived and chocolate products, with a prominent approach to chocolate products for the private label brand and other food companies, has managed to take another step in its expansion project outside Europe, after entering into a supply contract with one of the reference distributions of chocolate products in China. - June 12, 2012 - Natra
VIDACASA Brings a New Level of Freshness to ARAMARK & Fairmont Raffles Hotels International Inc
VIDACASA diningware will be featured in ARAMARK’s 2012 Sourcebook Vol. 2 from May 2012 until January 1, 2013, and as of March 1, 2012 VIDACASA is now a preferred vendor of Fairmont Raffles Hotels International inc. - June 12, 2012 - VIDACASA
Training Mask LLC Looking to Promote Better Health and Stimulate Weight Loss with Resistance Breathing Device
The Elevation Training Mask 2.0 is quickly gaining exposure and popularity, because its benefits are backed by scientific facts and clinical studies. - June 11, 2012 - Training Mask
Manny and Olga's Pizza to Add 4 New Units
Manny and Olga's founder, Manny Athanasakis announces expansion. - June 10, 2012 - Manny & Olga's Pizza
Gfreely Launches Subscription Service, Disrupts Gluten Free Market
Gfreely delivers a care package containing new gluten free foods, recipes and tips straight to the doors of its customers every month. The service provides the gluten free consumer a way to discover new and unique products. - June 10, 2012 - Gfreely
Smethwick’s Summer Starts at Masala Bazaar
Ethnic and European food provider Masala Bazaar opens its new store to the public on Tuesday 12th June 2012. The company adds Smethwick as their eighth supermarket to be opened in as many years. - June 10, 2012 - EuroFoods Group
Wisconsinmade.com Partners with Operation Gratitude to Honor U.S. Military for Independence Day
Wisconsinmade.com is organizing a fundraiser to raise money for Operation Gratitude to commemorate the July 4th holiday. - June 09, 2012 - Wisconsinmade.com
Comedian Carlos Mencia to Appear at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino Aug. 24
Renowned comedian and actor Carlos Mencia will appear for a one-night-only performance at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino on Friday, Aug. 24 at 9 p.m. Tickets go on sale tomorrow at noon for $30 - $60 and may be purchased through VIP Services at 800-711-5882 or doverdowns.com. Mencia is one of... - June 09, 2012 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Forget the Tie, Dad Can Win Golf for Father’s Day at Bungalow Bar & Grill
Bungalow Bar & Grill is giving one lucky Valley Dad and a guest a free round of golf for Father’s Day this year. To be eligible, Valley residents must fill out an entry form available at Bungalow Bar & Grill and like the popular Scottsdale restaurant’s Facebook page, located at... - June 09, 2012 - Bungalow Bar & Grill
Local Golf Courses Go Green with 450 New Trees
Locally-owned Ace Golf continues renovation of its Wentworth and Crescent Oaks Golf Clubs in Tarpon Springs with the addition of 320 cypress trees and another 130 trees at its Pebble Creek Golf Club (450 total) in Tampa. The trees arrived late last month and are being planted along pond banks, the favored habitat of water-loving bald cypress trees, on most of the 18 golf holes at each course. - June 09, 2012 - Ace Crescent Oaks, Inc.
Southern Oaks Plantation Voted the #1 “Place to Get Married” in New Orleans
On June 1, The Times-Picayune published the results of its 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards, in which people voted on their favorite bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues in 101 different categories. This year, they selected Southern Oaks Plantation the #1 “Place to Get Married” in the New Orleans area. - June 08, 2012 - Southern Oaks Plantation
Java Works Offering Great Savings on Delicious Specialty Gourmet Teas
Leading online specialists for gourmet teas and coffee supplies, Java Works has recently introduced several new offers on their line of specialty gourmet teas. The family owned and operated organization is delivering great savings to their clientele across Canada, as they continue to make a name... - June 08, 2012 - Java Works
The SORTEX E Optical Sorter Sets New Standards in Berry Processing
More efficient shape and colour sorting increases productivity, improves quality and reduces labour costs. - June 08, 2012 - Buhler Sortex Ltd.
Java Works Introduces New Fair Trade Certified Coffee Products
Leading Canadian gourmet coffee supplies specialist Java Works has recently announced the release of new fair trade certified coffee products to their catalogue. The company is renowned within the industry for delivering the highest quality gourmet coffee and teas to clients across the Canadian... - June 08, 2012 - Java Works
New All Natural Crunchy Cookie Chips Launching at NASFT Summer Fancy Food Show
HannahMax Baking will launch a new premium snack, All Natural Crunchy Cookie Chips at the Summer Fancy Food Show in Washington, D.C., June 17-19, booth #1605. - June 08, 2012 - HannahMax Baking
SSA to Open New Southern California Distribution Center
Foodservice distributor Systems Services of America doubles Southern California capacity with new distribution center located in Fontana. - June 08, 2012 - Services Group of America
In Celebration of Earning a Perfect Health Inspection Score, Five O'Clock Steakhouse Announces a New Dining Promotion
In Celebration of Earning a Perfect Health Inspection Score and the "Blue Ribbon for Clean Dining Award," Five O'Clock Steakhouse Announces a New Dining Promotion - June 07, 2012 - Five O'Clock Steakhouse
Houston Mexican Restaurant and Party Place Set to Rock the Summer with Black and White Zumba Party
Party yourself into shape this summer as Zumba superstars Jenny Stevenson and Carlos Landron bring their Black & White Twilight Zumba to Paco Joe’s. - June 07, 2012 - Paco Joe's Grill & Cantina
YoArt Makes New York City Debut at The Plaza Food Hall
Frozen Yogurt Boutique Offers Guests an Upscale DIY Experience. - June 07, 2012 - YoArt Frozen Yogurt Boutique
WNC Closes $50 Million California Affordable Housing Fund
California fund encompasses eight apartment properties with 445 units in seven counties. - June 07, 2012 - WNC & Associates, Inc.
Tasti D-Lite Named 2012 Military Friendly Franchise by G.I. Jobs Magazine
Frozen dessert company offers incentives for military veterans. - June 07, 2012 - Tasti D-Lite
The Chef’s Academy Students Participate in 2012 Future of Hospitality Golf Classic
Culinary Students Volunteer Alongside Local Triangle Restaurants at Annual Fundraising Event Hosted by North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association - June 06, 2012 - The Chef's Academy
Fort Myers Jason’s Deli Supports Local Charities During Month of June
Jason’s deli’s Fort Myers location is celebrating its 10th anniversary in Southwest Florida by giving back to the community. - June 06, 2012 - Jason's Deli
The Chef’s Academy Hosts White House Business Council Roundtable
Local Culinary Institution Welcomes U.S. Department of Agriculture Deputy Secretary to Discussion on North Carolina Food Economy - June 06, 2012 - The Chef's Academy
V&N Cellars a Top Ten Wine-Stars Finalist
V&N Cellars was selected as one of the Top 10 finalists at Wine-Stars with its Barcelona brand. - June 06, 2012 - V&N Cellars
B12, Be Well: Preventics Health Launches BiomaxX Energy Nutrition Energy Drinks and Nutritional Supplements (Methylcobalamin) Sublingual Sprays
Preventics Health, LLC today announced the launch of BiomaxX Energy Nutrition, a line of caffeine-free energy drinks and nutritional supplements containing vitamin B12 in its active form of methylcobalamin. BiomaxX Energy Nutrition offers important benefits to people who need vitamin B12 supplementation. While the prescription vitamin B12 market is quite large, many people are looking for natural alternatives that are both low cost and effective. - June 05, 2012 - Preventics Health, LLC