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ROXOR Artisan Gin Takes Top Design Award 2012
ROXOR Artisan Gin was the top award winner of the Design Award, which focused on Excellence in Structural and Graphic Design. ROXOR, a new brand in the spirits industry, was competing against a variety of global brands in almost every consumer goods category. - April 25, 2012 - New Artisan Spirits
The 2012 Wisconsin Mother's Day Gift Guide
The Wisconsin Mother's Day Gift Guide is a collection of the best Wisconsin Mother's Day gift ideas from the gift giving experts at Wisconsinmade.com. - April 25, 2012 - Wisconsinmade.com
Golfers Can Now Access Flexible, Affordable Membership at Macdonald Portal Hotel’s Championship Golf Course
One of the largest golf resorts in the region has just launched a pioneering new golf membership designed to give golfers an opportunity to join a top quality club without a big financial commitment. Situated in beautiful rolling Cheshire countryside, Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa has... - April 25, 2012 - Golf at Macdonald Hotels
Fine Dining with the Freedom to Indulge - Chicago Prime Steakhouse Introduces a New Gluten-Free Menu
With Chicago Prime Steakhouse’s new Gluten Free Menu, one can feel free to indulge in a full selection of enticing appetizers, crisp salads lavished with homemade gluten-free dressings, fresh seafood, and steaks and chops. Where others accommodate with limited, often uninspired options, Chef Ruben Garcia crafted an uncompromising, mouthwatering lineup focused around the gluten-free lifestyle. - April 24, 2012 - Chicago Prime Steakhouse
Rocky Top Hospitality to Oversee Acro Café, Plans New Eatery at Nature Research Center
Local Restaurateur Assumes Café Operations at N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences, Opens The Daily Planet Café in Research Branch. - April 22, 2012 - Rocky Top Hospitality
The Chef’s Academy Hosts American Heart Association Go Red for Women Networking Event
Local Culinary Institution Educates Circle of Red Group with Lessons on Healthy Ingredient Substitutes in Meals - April 22, 2012 - The Chef's Academy
Chicken Pot Pie Filling is the Latest Addition to JTM’s Product Lineup for Restaurant, Healthcare, Military and Food Service Customers
Chicken Pot Pie Filling adds to company’s growing comfort and healthy food menu. - April 22, 2012 - JTM Food Group
Arizona Chef Charles Schwerd Sells Stake in Blu Agave Arizona Kitchen
Valley Chef and Restaurateur Charles Schwerd announced today that he has sold his controlling interest in Peoria’s Blu Agave Arizona Kitchen, which he co-founded in 2010 with investors. - April 21, 2012 - Arrowhead Grill
Cabo Flats’ Cinco de Cabo, Set to be the “Craziest Fiesta Ever!” and It Starts with Brunch at 8AM on Cinco de Mayo
Popular Restaurant and Happy Hour/Late Night Hotspot Giving Away a Trip for 2 to Cancun & Serving Up Surprises All Day - April 21, 2012 - Cabo Flats
Whiskey NYC Retailer The Whiskey Place Promotes Limited Price Reductions on Its Collection of Bruichladdich Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Online scotch whiskey retailer The Whiskey Place is now offering short-term discounts on its selection of Bruichladdich Islay single malt scotch. - April 21, 2012 - The Whiskey Place - Single Malt Scotch Brands
Bandana's Bar-B-Q Opens Its 31st Location
Bandana’s Bar-B-Q Opens New Location St. Louis, MO based Bandana’s Bar-B-Q opened its newest location at 300 S. 44th Street, Mt Vernon, IL on April 17, 2012. The 31 unit chain currently operates locations in Missouri, Illinois and Iowa with plans to continue expansion within these... - April 21, 2012 - Bandana's Bar-B-Q
WNC Promotes Two Executives Amid Continued Growth and Expansion
Kelly Henderson, Esq. named senior vice president – legal affairs; Greg Hand named chief underwriter – acquisitions. - April 20, 2012 - WNC & Associates, Inc.
Local Bar and Restaurant Enthusiasts Announce Philly Food Blog
Philadelphians Janeane Tolomeo and Sel Kandula announce Philly-ism.com, a unique guide to the area's best restaurants and bars. - April 20, 2012 - Philly-ism
Fortnum & Mason Celebrates Her Majesty the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee
The Diamond Jubilee is particularly significant for Fortnum & Mason, as the store has connections with the royal family throughout its 300-year history. It is very important to them that they celebrate this royal event in typical Fortnum’s style. - April 20, 2012 - Fortnum & Mason
The Chef’s Academy Launches Who’s Left Cooking? Competition
Students at Local Culinary Institution Face Off in Reality Television-Styled Food Challenge. - April 20, 2012 - The Chef's Academy
Juicer Heroes Featured on San Antonio Living Television
The Juicer Heroes, SuperHeroes KaleMan and SuperFood were just featured on Television. The San Antonio Living TV show featured KaleMan making their famous Sunrise Surprise, one of the many Organic Fresh juices offered by the Juicer Heroes. "We use SuperHeroes to reach children and teach them the benefits of Healthy eating," says Kale Man. Juicer Heroes is currently operating their Home Delivery Service and will open their store on May 19 in North San Antonio. - April 20, 2012 - Juicer Heroes
Food Law Short Course & Seminar
Two Food Law Short Courses will be held at Michigan State University July 16-19, 2012. - April 20, 2012 - Institute for Food Laws & Regulations
Urban Eats Announces Opening in Hillcrest
The local eatery offers a range of classics and twists on traditional dishes. - April 19, 2012 - Urban Eats
Homestead, La Buena Vida Repeat as Grapevine Wine Tours Winners
Grapevine Wine Tours guests pick quarterly favorites in wine and winery categories. - April 19, 2012 - Grapevine Wine Tours, LLC
Beer Cartel Taps Into Small Business Awards
Craft beer store Beer Cartel has been chosen as one of Australia’s Top 50 start-ups in the 2012 StartupSmart Awards. - April 19, 2012 - Beer Cartel
Cocktail & Culinary Tasting Fundraiser -- Saturday April 21, 2012 at 2:30pm, Taco Rosa Newport - 2632 San Miguel Road, Newport Beach, CA 92660
"April is a time to celebrate the important role that communities play in protecting children," said Ivan Calderon, Founder Taco Rosa & Taco Mesa. "Everyone's participation is critical. Focusing on ways to build and promote the protective factors, in every interaction with children and families, is the best thing our community can do to prevent child maltreatment and promote optimal child development." Proceeds Support Child Guidance Center. Join them this Saturday, April 21st at 2:30pm. - April 18, 2012 - Taco Rosa Taco Mesa
Announcing the Launch of Snacks and Candy Online Store
Big Brands, LLC is proud to announce the launch of SnacksandCandy.com, an online store that features the internet's most popular candy, snack, beverage and condiments available for direct online purchase. - April 18, 2012 - Snacks and Candy
Dog Connection Inc. Opens in the Wilmington, North Carolina Area to Help Dog Lovers Save Time and Money with ‘direct to Door’ Pet Food Delivery
Dog Connection stocks over 20 premium brands of popular dry dog food, snacks and treats. As an internet based business, Dog Connection offers easy online ordering and free delivery to Wilmington, The Beaches, Castle Hayne, Ogden, Hampstead, Rocky Point, Burgaw and select communities in Leland, North Carolina, making the dreaded task of getting their dog’s food easy and care free. - April 18, 2012 - Dog Connection Inc.
The Chef’s Academy Sponsors Wake Education Partnership
Local Culinary Institution Supports Independent Educational Nonprofit Creating World-Class Schools in Wake County - April 18, 2012 - The Chef's Academy
The Westin Dragonara Resort Wins Award for Quality from Luxair Tours
The Westin Dragonara Resort has once again achieved a winning title for Quality during the Luxair Tours Award presented at ITB Travel Fair held last week in Berlin. Luxair Tours specializes in holiday destinations and packaged deals. It has been operating since 1968 and today offers a wide choice... - April 18, 2012 - The Westin Dragonara Resort
Superior Grocers and Unilever Have Joined Together to Donate $38,000 to Support Schools & Education
Superior Grocers, one of Southern California’s largest independent supermarket chains, and Unilever, have joined together to donate $38,000 to 38 local schools. The selected 38 schools will receive $1,000 each and school representatives will attend a ceremony on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 10am at Superior's Montebello store. - April 17, 2012 - Superior Grocers
San Antonio Wine Shop Welcomes New Owners
Wine, A Fine Wine Shop Under New Ownership and Now Called Vinously Speaking, An Eclectic Wine Shop. Grand Opening Set for Thursday, May 10th through Saturday, May12th (2pm - 8pm). - April 17, 2012 - Vinously Speaking
Local 342 Members Working at Catholic Nursing Home in Queens Look to Religious Leaders for Support
"Selfish Employer’s Policies Hurting Workers and Putting Patient Care at Risk," According to the Union and its members working at the facility - April 16, 2012 - UFCW Local 342
Golden Spoon Unveils New Website to Revitalize Brand
Golden Spoon, the popular Southern California frozen yogurt company, unveiled their hip new website highlighting the chain’s Southern California roots, it’s famous creamy taste, and even the frozen yogurt’s health benefits. “We’ve only just begun to renew our brand and bring it back to life; the website is a reflection of what is to come,” said Golden Spoon’s CEO Roger Clawson. - April 16, 2012 - Golden Spoon Frozen Yogurt
Clouds Rest Vineyards, LLC Announces Steve Morey, Master Sommelier as New Director of Sales & Marketing
Acting as Director of Sales and Marketing, Clouds Rest will rely on Steve’s many talents and assets to exclusively promote their wines, which include Estate grown Pinot Noir, Chardonnay & Sauvignon Blanc Musque. His expertise includes twenty years as lecturer and member of the examination... - April 15, 2012 - Clouds Rest Vineyards
Great Food and Family are at the Heart of Woody’s Bar-B-Q® of Orange City
Family-Owned-and-Operated Eatery in Florida's Volusia County Appeals to Local Families and Southern Barbecue Lovers Alike. - April 14, 2012 - Woody's Bar-B-Q
GM Eric Hallin Appoints the Rembrandt’s New Hotel Manager
The Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok proudly announces that Jamie Miller has been appointed as the Rembrandt’s new Hotel Manager. Jamie has joined the Rembrandt’s management team for the past four months as an Executive Assistant Manager. He has implemented a new strategy with a customer-... - April 14, 2012 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
weBake.it: Boston Area Startup Aims to Connect Consumers with Artisanal Food Shops
BitOven LLC, a year old company, launched its website, weBake.it, on April 4th, 2012. weBake.it is an online marketplace for artisanal food shops that focuses on connecting consumers with their local artisans. - April 14, 2012 - BitOven LLC
Big Red Soda Celebrates 75th Anniversary with Diamond Sweepstakes
Big Red soda is giving away a diamond worth $1,937 to one lucky winner on its Facebook page. The social media sweepstakes commemorates Big Red’s Anniversary by awarding the traditional gift for the 75th Anniversary: a diamond. Big Red was established in 1937, hence the $1,937 prize value. Consumers can enter once per day until April 24th, 2012. - April 14, 2012 - Big Red Inc.
Rescue Chocolate to Sponsor Los Angeles' Swanky 3rd Annual Fluffball
Rescue Chocolate will be among the companies represented at the 3rd annual Fluffball, on Saturday, April 28, at a private Los Angeles estate. Money raised at the invitation-only event will benefit Best Friends Animal Society. According to organizer Beth Doane, last year’s Fluffball was... - April 14, 2012 - Rescue Chocolate
CleanLots.com Teaches How to Pick Up More Income This Year Cleaning Parking Lots
Brian Winch offers new book and coaching teaching others how to own a profitable parking lot cleaning business. - April 13, 2012 - Winch Enterprises
Kelapo Launches Branded Boutique-Style Wearables; Organic Food Brand’s Iconic Elephant Mascot to Adorn Shirts, Bags, and More
Kelapo Coconut Oil announced today that it is releasing a line of limited-edition branded clothing for sale on their website, Kelapo.com. The garments—which include super-soft organic cotton T-shirts, lacy tank tops, sporty shoulder bags, and practical kitchen-ware—will be manufactured... - April 13, 2012 - Kelapo Coconut
Green Ts Show Wisconsin Pride in Earth Friendly Fashion
Green Ts bring eco-friendly fashions to the Wisconsinmade.com online gift store. - April 13, 2012 - Wisconsinmade.com
The Chef’s Academy Students Advance in American Culinary Federation Competition
Five-Member Culinary Institution Student Team Heads to Detroit for Regionals. - April 13, 2012 - The Chef's Academy
Countdown to Earth Day Launch with Dag Falck from Nature's Path Organic Foods
Smart Health Talk launches their Countdown to Earth Day with Dag Falck from Nature's Path Organic Foods as their guest for the live radio show on Thursday, April 12th at 4:00 pm PST. Anyone can "listen live" by following the directions under the "about us" tab on the SmartHealthTalk.com website. Dag has worked directly with farmers for years and served as a Board Member for the Organic Trade Association that helps sets guidelines for organic products. - April 12, 2012 - Smart Health Talk
Hide out from Friday the 13th, Tax Day During “The Nightmare on Tax Week” at Arizona's British Open Pub
Arizona residents don’t need to live in fear of Friday the 13th or Tax Day this year, with British Open Pub warding off the stress of a scary weekend of superstition and taxes with great comfort food and drink deals designed to alleviate the anxiety of anyone. Friday, April 13, is the second... - April 12, 2012 - British Open Pub & Grill
Café Chef Launches New Website CafeChefLLC.com
Café Chef, a NJ-based food service company, announced today the launch of their new website cafechefllc.com. Managing Partner, Chris Consorte, said “We’re excited to launch our new site. The goal of the site is to inform potential clients of our food service offerings and... - April 12, 2012 - Cafe Chef
Señor Pico Won 3rd Place in Thailand World Bar-B-Q Championship
Señor Pico, one of the Rembrandt’s award-winning restaurants, participated in the 7th Rhythm of The Earth World Festival at Central World and placed 3rd in the 2012 World BBQ Championship for the second consecutive year. Thank you for all the votes from the culinary judges for their... - April 12, 2012 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Pete's Fresh Market Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
On April 11th at 8:00 A.M. Pete’s is commencing the opening of their newest location in Oakbrook Terrace. This will be store number nine for Pete’s Fresh Market, with the other eight stores located mostly around the south Chicagoland area. This store will include things that they never before had in other stores, like a juice bar and café. The ribbon cutting ceremony is also the first day the store will be open to the public, which means there will be a lot of traffic and excitement. - April 11, 2012 - Pete's Fresh Market
Golden Steer Steakhouse in Las Vegas Re-Dedicates Famous Booth to Mayor’s Goodman
In Las Vegas, Nevada, The Golden Steer Steakhouse, established in 1958, has a history of clientele that frequented the world famous restaurant for the last 53 years. - April 11, 2012 - Golden Steer Steakhouse Las Vegas
Toby Keith and Roger Clemens visit The Golden Steer Steakhouse in Las Vegas
The Golden Steer Steakhouse, established in 1958, has a history of clientele that frequented the world famous restaurant for the last 53 years. - April 11, 2012 - Golden Steer Steakhouse Las Vegas
UFCW Local 342 Donates 375 Easter Baskets to Underprivileged Children
Members of UFCW Local 342, a union that emphasizes service and enriching the local communities where its members work, recently delivered 375 Easter baskets to four charitable organizations located within its surrounding neighborhoods so that underprivileged children in the area could have an opportunity to further enjoy their Easter. - April 11, 2012 - UFCW Local 342
Genji Sushi Underscores Ethical Fishing & Corporate Responsibility with New "Hope Line"
Sales of Wild-Caught Ingredients to Benefit Whole Planet Foundation - April 11, 2012 - Genji Sushi
Indulge New York®, a Division of National Benefit Builders, Inc., Launches New York's Classy New "Feel Good" Card for Savvy New Yorkers and Guests Alike
Indulge New York®, (INY) New York's hottest, new "feel-good company, announces the expansion of its world-class restaurant, boutique hotel and specialty concierge service with the launch of its Indulge New York® card, "the classiest card in town." Founded in 2010 in... - April 10, 2012 - Indulge New York
Chef Jon Bonnell Shares a Flavorful, Simple 10-Minute Recipe from His New Cookbook: Creamy Pico De Gallo Shrimp
Need a quick dish to serve at your spring fiesta? Chef Jon Bonnell shares his recipe for Creamy Pico de Gallo Shrimp, from his new cookbook Jon Bonnell’s Texas Favorites. This simple dish can be prepared in less than 10 minutes and its fresh Texas flavors are a guaranteed hit with your... - April 10, 2012 - Chef Jon Bonnell