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NoDa Brewing Company Expanding by 120%
NoDa Brewing Company is pleased to announce after 120 days of operations, it is expanding its brewing capacity by 120% with the purchase of three – 30 barrel fermenters. “We have been absolutely pleased and amazed with the tremendous reception our beer has received in the Charlotte... - March 16, 2012 - NoDa Brewing Company
Recipe4Living.com Makes a Copycat Shamrock Shake
Recipe4Living.com wants to help you get ready for St. Patrick’s Day by giving you a Copycat Shamrock Shake tutorial. No need to wait all year for March to roll around to hit the local fast food restaurant when you can make a super tasty version of this minty shake. Shamrock Shakes are all... - March 16, 2012 - Recipe4Living.com
Stakool/Anthus Life Corp. Teams Up Natural Plus Energy™ with a Tennis Association
Natural plus Energy™ bars becomes the “Official Healthy Snack” - March 15, 2012 - Stakool / Anthus Life Corp
Zack Skolnick Racing Announces Partnership with Dimples BBQ Sauce
Zack Skolnick Racing is proud to announce that Dimples BBQ Sauce has signed on with the team for the 2012 Racing Season. Zack Skolnick, who is the 2011 U.S Legend Car Semi Pro World Road Course Race Champion, will be focusing his efforts this year into oval racing as he takes on legend car races... - March 15, 2012 - Jarico, Inc.
Kelapo Extra Virgin Coconut Oil Welcomed to LA Guest Lectures at Culinary School and Exhibits at Expo West
Erin Meagher, founder and Chief Coconut at Kelapo Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, began her 2012 speaking tour at the Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Pasadena, CA on Thursday. Meagher's visit to the Los Angeles area coincided with the Natural Products Expo West, where Kelapo presented its latest innovative premium extra virgin coconut oil cooking products. - March 15, 2012 - Kelapo Coconut
San Antonio’s Top Bartenders to Perform for Top Prize at Sherlock’s Baker St. Pub & Grill’s Bar Knights of Flair Bartending Competition
One winner will earn a $500 cash prize and a chance to compete in the Bar Knights of Flair finals. - March 15, 2012 - Baker St. Pub & Grill
30 New Jobs Coming to Birmingham Through Masala Bazaar
There is some joy on the horizon for the Birmingham employment market, where up to thirty new jobs are being made available by the ethnic food and beverage provider - Masala Bazaar. - March 15, 2012 - EuroFoods Group
Vote for Hangover Gone in Walmart’s Get on the Shelf Contest and Help Millions of People Prevent Hangovers
People across America can vote today to put hangover prevention in the hands of millions of Americans by placing Hangover Gone on the shelves of Walmart stores. - March 15, 2012 - Afterglow Beverage Company, Inc.
UnWine’d Wine Bar Opens Doors in Downtown Cary
New Wine Bar in Cary, N.C., Announces Opening and Menu - March 14, 2012 - UnWine'd
The Chef’s Academy Launches 2012 Top Teen Talent Scholarship
Local Culinary Institution to Host Competition for Middle and High School Students to Earn a Full Tuition Scholarship - March 14, 2012 - The Chef's Academy
Signature Vintner’s Challenge Takes Wine Fest Over the Top
2012 Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest Nets Record $2 million - March 14, 2012 - Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest
Del Mar Rendezvous Chosen as One of "50 Best Chinese Restaurants in the U.S." by CNNGo.com
On a national level, the Del Mar restaurant is noted for its superior service and creative modern Chinese menu on the Top 50 list by CNN and CNN.com’s regional travel division. - March 14, 2012 - Del Mar Rendevous
Celebrate Moms This Mother’s Day on Pinterest
Somebody’s Mother’s Chocolate Sauce wants to help you celebrate your mom this Mother’s Day by asking you to share some of your mother’s favorite things on Pinterest. From March 5, 2012 through May 1, 2012, users can submit boards compiled with pins of their mother’s... - March 13, 2012 - Somebody's Mother's Chocolate Sauce
offMetro.com Expands to San Francisco, Boosts Car-Free Travel Around the Bay and Beyond
At a time when the average price of gas is over $4 in California, travelers are increasingly looking for clever ways to save while still indulging their wanderlust. offMetro.com, the Internet’s premier online resource for car-free getaways near NYC, announced on Wednesday that it has expanded to the West Coast with offMetro SF. "offMetro is one of my favorite resources for getting out of the city and really traveling like a local,” said CBS Travel Editor Peter Greenberg. - March 12, 2012 - offMetro
American Food Grow Institute Launches Innovative Fundraising Program on Kickstarter.com to Build Urban Greenhouses
The American Food Grow Institute announces a fundraising campaign for a project to build an innovative hydroponic facility to grow healthy food, educate people, and feed those in need. - March 12, 2012 - American Food Grow Institute
StuffedBellPeppers.net Offers International Bell Pepper Delights
StuffedBellPeppers.net is a family friendly website "stuffed" with deliciousness. - March 11, 2012 - Stuffed Bell Peppers
APK Catering Donating 5% of ConnectToCatering.com March Orders to March of Dimes
One of ConnectToCatering.com's Birmingham partners, APK Catering, is making strides towards healthy, stronger babies by donating 5% of all ConnectToCatering.com March orders to the March of Dimes. - March 11, 2012 - ConnectToCatering.com
Barnana Launches Next Generation of Organic, Gluten-Free, Healthy Snacks at the 2012 Natural Products Expo West
La Jolla based start-up whole foods company, Wholesome Valley Foods, launches new line or organic gluten-free healthy snacks called Barnana. - March 10, 2012 - Wholesome Valley Foods
Jay Kordich, “The Father of Juicing” and Live Foods Live Bodies LLC will be introducing the Jay Kordich PowerGrind Pro Juicer at the 2012 Natural Expo West in Anaheim
Jay Kordich, “The Father of Juicing” and Live Foods Live Bodies LLC will be introducing the new multi-patented, Jay Kordich PowerGrind Pro Hybrid Juicer at the 2012 Natural Products Expo West 2012 in Anaheim. - March 10, 2012 - Live Foods Live Bodies
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Announces Its Fifth Location in Florida
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, famously known for their award-winning hand-tossed, coal-fired brick oven pizzas and calzones, fresh salads and delicious desserts is announcing its newest location, in Tampa, Florida. Located at 8021 Citrus Park Town Center Mall, the restaurant will be one of the newest... - March 10, 2012 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
The Chef’s Academy Announces Upcoming Community Cooking Classes Led by Culinary Experts
Culinary Institute Invites Local Triangle Community to Attend Cooking Seminars - March 10, 2012 - The Chef's Academy
Wall Street Programmer to Open Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt Store in Mt. Juliet
A Wall Street programmer decides to move his family to Tennessee after undergoing extensive brain surgery. After operating a successful international market, he decides to invest in self-serve frozen yogurt concept called "Peachwave." The store will open its doors in Mt. Juliet, TN sometime in April 2012. - March 10, 2012 - Peachwave Frozen Yogurt, Mt. Juliet
Homestyle Sausage Gravy, the Latest Addition to JTM Food Group’s Product Lineup for Restaurant, Healthcare, Military and All Food Service Customers
Sausage Gravy adds to company’s growing breakfast menu - March 09, 2012 - JTM Food Group
The Forest Country Club Announces Individual Golf Membership Program
The Forest Country Club is now offering special incentives to individuals interested in joining the 36 hole, conveniently-located private South Fort Myers club. Designed for a single golfer, or golfer whose spouse does not play golf, the Membership allows an individual to enjoy full golf privileges... - March 09, 2012 - The Forest Country Club
Source-Omega Taps Large Oil Supply Offers First Self-Affirmed GRAS Schizochytrium Oil Generic API
In a March 6 interview with Cambridge students in the Masters in Bioscience Enterprise Program, the University of Cambridge, Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, Source-Omega Founder and CEO Dr Scott Doughman revealed challenges and opportunities he sees in the algae oil omega-3... - March 08, 2012 - Source-Omega
Pasta Prima Announces the First Super Food in Pasta
Pasta Prima Superfood Ravioli is a 100% Natural blend of kale, spinach, and five gourmet cheeses. This handcrafted ravioli is an excellent source of calcium, Vitamin K, and antioxidants Vitamins A&C. Great for busy people, it takes just 3 - 4 minutes to cook. Taste it at the Natural Products Expo (Booth 5354, March 9 - 11, 2012). Pasta Prima Ravioli is made with green energy. - March 08, 2012 - Valley Fine Foods
Canidae Racing Trophy Truck Heads to Baja for San Felipe 250
Team Canidae and the Canidae Natural Pet Foods Trophy Truck are ready to take on the harsh conditions of the Baja peninsula as well as the top drivers from around the world in the 248 mile 2012 SCORE San Felipe 250 race. Round 3 of the 2012 SCORE Desert Series will be held March 9-11 in... - March 08, 2012 - CANIDAE Natural Pet Food Company
Young Cooks Worldwide Invited to Cook with the Stars in Basque Country on Sammic Scholarship
BasqueStage, the exclusive opportunity to work with famous chefs in world class restaurants in Basque Country, opened its application process to young cooks worldwide. - March 08, 2012 - BasqueStage
Farrell’s to Host a Party for Barbie’s 53rd Birthday
Bring your Barbie into Farrell’s on March 9 to celebrate her 53rd birthday with free birthday sundaes, presents and surprises. - March 08, 2012 - Farrell's Ice Cream Parlour
The Chef’s Academy’s Chef Brandon Hamilton Releases Podcast on Culinary Industry
Culinary Institute’s Chef Instructor Discusses Industry and Qualities Graduates Need as Professional Chefs - March 08, 2012 - The Chef's Academy
Pet Owner Tips and a New Book from Dr. Al Plechner Highlighting 50 Years as Veterinarian
Dr. Al Plechner, a veterinarian with 50 years of experience has a new book and pet owner tips for everything from choosing a pet to vaccinations. His work has helped him decode the causes for allergies, vaccinations not working, and many other diseases that can result from hormonal imbalances. - March 08, 2012 - Smart Health Talk
Cooking Channel to Film Live Customer Interviews at Hot N Juicy Crawfish
On Friday, March 9, 2012 Unique Eats on the Cooking Channel will be filming at Hot N Juicy Crawfish located at 3863 Spring Mountain Road in Las Vegas. Filming will begin at 6:00 a.m., and customer interviews will take place from noon through 4:00 p.m. - March 07, 2012 - Hot N Juicy Crawfish
JTM Food Group and Culinary Standards Announce JTM’s Acquisition of Culinary Standard’s School (K-12) Business
JTM Food Group (“JTM”) and Culinary Standards (“Culinary”) announced today that the Companies have a signed agreement for JTM to acquire the school business operations of RSW Distributors, LLC, dba, Culinary Standards, subject to completion of JTM’s due diligence and... - March 07, 2012 - JTM Food Group
Island Abbey Foods Ltd Introduces World's First 100% Pure Honey Lozenges in Sobeys Pharmacies and Lawtons Drugs for Atlantic Canada Market
Island Abbey Foods Ltd, a PEI based natural health product and specialty food producer, has announced a collaboration deal with Sobeys Inc. and their subsidiary brand, Lawtons Drugs. This deal showcases the Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ produced by Island Abbey Foods Ltd in both Sobeys and... - March 07, 2012 - Island Abbey Foods Ltd.
El's Kitchen Launches New Flavors in Gluten-Free Snack Line
To meet customer demand for additional flavors, El’s Kitchen announces the expansion of its popular line of gluten free snacks to include two new flavors. - March 07, 2012 - El's Kitchen, Inc.
BP Investments Launches FoodSuper.com Website
BP Investments launches Virgin Extracts ™ product line on FoodsSuper.com - March 07, 2012 - BP Investments
Get the Chance to Win a Round-Trip Ticket for Dining at Rang Mahal
Rembrandt Hotel and Air India joins hands for an exclusive double rewards promotion for passengers of Air India and a complimentary 20 percent discount at Rang Mahal, one of the best award-winning Indian restaurants in Thailand. - March 07, 2012 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Royal India Restaurant Celebrates 5th Annual Punjab New Year with Bollywood Bash Party
The Downtown San Diego restaurant will ring in the Indian New Year with traditional Indian dishes, music, dancing and more, on April 20th & 21st. - March 05, 2012 - Royal India
Hot N Juicy Crawfish Readies to Take Orange County, CA by Storm
Las Vegas-based restaurant, Hot N Juicy Crawfish, is getting ready to open its doors to a new location in Orange County, CA (exact location soon to be announced). This popular new hot spot is known to turn even the non-seafood eaters into fans. With just one taste, most people won't even realize... - March 04, 2012 - Hot N Juicy Crawfish
Renfro Foods named U.S. Chamber of Commerce Blue Ribbon Award Winner
Specialty foods manufacturer recognized for business excellence. - March 04, 2012 - Renfro Foods, Inc.
The Chef’s Academy to Host Networking Event for the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce March 8
Business After Hours Celebrates “March Madness” with a Taste of Culinary Expertise for Visiting Chamber Members - March 04, 2012 - The Chef's Academy
Belle Chevre Announces New Mail-Order Chevre of the Month Club
Belle Chevre, the award-winning artisan goat cheese company, announced a new mail-order cheese of the month club. Members will get a different chevre every month, delivered straight to their doorstep. - March 04, 2012 - Belle Chevre
Collaborating with West Africa Trade Hub at Natural Products Expo West to Promote Baobab for Sound Economic Development and Social Justice in Africa
West Africa Trade Hub and Atacora Essential are collaborating at Natural Products Expo West to advance Baobab Fruit in the US market. Baobab has many health benefits for consumers, and its revaluation can help advance sustainable community development in Africa. - March 03, 2012 - Atacora Essential, Inc.
Pacific Northwest Cherry Company Releases Cherry Blossom Collection
Chukar Cherries celebrates the 100th anniversary National Cherry Blossom Festival. - March 03, 2012 - Chukar Cherry Company
Napa Wine Train Announces Open Invitation to Press
Wine Train hosting journalists March 1- August 15, 2012. - March 03, 2012 - Napa Valley Wine Train
Moab Half Marathon to Host Inaugural Thelma & Louise Half Marathon
New Road Race Added to Moab Half Marathon Roster; New event is expected to draw over 1000 participants and will benefit local women’s shelter and girls’ running program. - March 03, 2012 - Moab Utah Travel Council
Sugar Poofs Gourmet Marshmallows Lead New Food Trend with Creative Mallow Flavors Such as White Russian and Southern Bourbon Pecan
Sugar Poofs, leading the trend in handcrafted gourmet marshmallows The Poofs are all natural, made with the finest ingredients. New flavors include: Southern Bourbon Pecan, Lavender Vanilla, Aztec Chocolate, Banana Curry and more. - March 03, 2012 - Sugar Poofs Gourmet Marshmallows
Sustaina Beverage Group, LLC Announces Release of Sustaina
Sustaina Beverage Group, LLC today announced the launch of their new product, Sustaina Daily Detox, a ready-to-drink vitality supplement formulated to safely, effectively and affordably cleanse the body of everyday toxic exposure. The body is exposed to toxic substances in two ways: through diet... - March 02, 2012 - Sustaina Beverage Group, LLC
Ramen Lovers Start an Online Grocer Specializing in the Noodle-Based Meal
Once thought to be a low-cost, low-quality meal, new technology has allowed ramen noodles to become a meal of arguable substance. OrderRamen.com is a place where ramen lovers - both new and old - can go to purchase their favorite types of ramen and have it shipped directly to them. - March 02, 2012 - OrderRamen.com
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.