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Blenz Coffee Launches BlenzGiftCards.com

Blenz Coffee launches an online portal for their customers to enjoy one-stop shopping for customizable, personalizable gifts of delight and convenience to fit any budget - one size truly fits all. - December 01, 2009 - Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd.

Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong Sees Michelin Stars for Two of Its Restaurants

Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong announces that Pierre restaurant keeps its one Michelin star rating while The Mandarin Grill gains its first star. The results were announced at Thursday’s Hong Kong and Macau Michelin awards ceremony. - November 30, 2009 - Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong

Real Gourmet Gift Baskets Introduced by Giftswish.com

For the coming holiday season, Giftswish.com, (http://www.giftswish.com/) the biggest online retailer of high end gourmet foods, has introduced a new line of high end gourmet gift baskets (http://www.giftswish.com/gift-baskets.html) made with brand name chocolates like Lindt or Godiva, imported... - November 29, 2009 - Giftswish.com

Olde Hickory Tap Room Sponsors Going Out and Giving Back to Help Western Piedmont Symphony

In partnership with the Western Piedmont Symphony, the Olde Hickory Tap Room continues its community initiative, Going Out and Giving Back, on Tuesday, December 15th. 20% of all food and non-alcoholic beverage sales between 4pm and closing (2am) that evening will be donated to the Western Piedmont Symphony. - November 29, 2009 - Olde Hickory Tap Room

Homemade Candy Store, Swiss Maid Fudge Creates Sweet, New Confections for the Holidays

Swiss Maid Fudge creates new sweet treats for the holidays, including a white chocolate dipped Holiday Caramel Apple. Just in time for the holiday season, Swiss Maid Fudge has rolled out a new line of toothsome treats. Beyond the standard product line of this old-fashioned homemade candy store,... - November 29, 2009 - Dells Fudge

Hear “The Sound of Nutrition” at the World Nutrition Forum 2010

Experts and industry delegates gather to discuss the future of nutrition, BIOMIN’s NutriEconomics® program, developments in science, business, the environment and leadership at the World Nutrition Forum 2010 in Salzburg. - November 28, 2009 - BIOMIN Holding GmbH

The Artful Chocolatier Joins Wisconsinmade.com's Artisan Group

Wisconsinmade.com, an e-commerce gourmet food and gift store, is happy to announce that The Artful Chocolatier of Conover, WI has joined Wisconsinmade.com's growing family of Wisconsin artisans. - November 27, 2009 - Wisconsinmade.com

Rocky Top Hospitality Restaurants Named Triangle Hot Spots

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that two Rocky Top Hospitality restaurants, Red Room Tapas Lounge and Bogart’s American Grill and Bar, have been named Triangle hot spots by OpenTable.com. The results are based on an OpenTable survey of... - November 27, 2009 - Rocky Top Hospitality

What's on in Makati This Week - Yats Wine Experience Tasting of France's 5 Greatest Wine Regions

Yats Wine Cellars hold public wine tasting of France’s Greatest Wines from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Rhone, Loire, Languedoc-Roussillon this Saturday 28th November at Somerset Hotel Legaspi Makati for ticket price p1,000. - November 27, 2009 - Yats Wine Cellars

Holiday Shopping Made Simple - Accessories Trunk Show: Gye Nyame and Moku Medo Collections at the Kimono Wine Bar

Ladies are made to be adored...and adorned. The Kimono Wine Bar can help with the second: on Saturday December 5, come and revel in two very unique, very different takes on gorgeous jewelry: Gye Nyame Japan Authentic Ghanian Design curated by Petra Laptiste Illot Collection of handcrafted sculptural earrings by designer Mary Fidler - November 26, 2009 - Kimono Wine Bar

Maple Leaf Farms Introduces Convenient Duck Breast Meat Product

A new versatile boneless, skinless duck breast meat product saves you time and effort in the kitchen. - November 26, 2009 - Maple Leaf Farms

Swiss Maid Fudge’s Handmade Peppermint Stick Fudge to be Featured on TV as a Sweet Holiday Treat

Swiss Maid Fudge will be featured as a maker of handmade peppermint stick fudge on the Lifetime network. The Balancing Act, a Lifetime television network program, will be airing a segment called “Home for the Holidays: Sweet Endings” which features Swiss Maid Fudge’s handmade... - November 26, 2009 - Dells Fudge

Wave Energy Drink Debuts New Can Designs

16 oz. Wave Energy Drink and Sugar-Free Wave Energy Drink Cans Get Simplified Look - November 26, 2009 - Wave Energy Drink

Gourmet Gift Made Easy by Giftswish.com

Gourmet Gift or Food Gifts are perfect for any occasions. Giftwish.com has now introduced a wide selection of Gourmet Gifts suitable for all budgets. - November 26, 2009 - Giftswish.com

Seafood of the Month Club Announces New Specials Just in Time for the Holidays

The Seafood of the Month Club (www.seafoodofthemonthclub.com) has announced new special packages to help accommodate all types of budgets. The new packages and pricing takes effect immediately. - November 25, 2009 - Seafood of the Month Club

Party Bands on Thanksgiving Weekend Rock the Holidays to a Great Start

Three regional party bands are scheduled to appear on Thanksgiving weekend in Fire & Ice at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino beginning with regionally well-known Chorduroy on Wednesday, November 25. On Black Friday, November 27, Steamroller Picnic will perform and on Saturday, November 28 The... - November 25, 2009 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino

Michael Dean’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar Unveils New Menu

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Michael Dean’s Seafood & Oyster Bar have released their new dinner menu. Featured among the new offerings are several house-prepared prime rib dishes such as a slow roasted prime rib, shaved prime... - November 25, 2009 - Rocky Top Hospitality

Revive Energy Mints Commercial Reaches Over 2 Million Viewers

As awareness for Revive Energy Mints continues to grow and extend into different regional markets and major retail locations, Revive corporate has stepped up their marketing efforts and recently aired a string of 30 second commercial spots on major television networks reaching upwards of 2 million viewers. - November 24, 2009 - Revive Energy Mints Franchise - Revive Franchising, LLC

Cupcakes by Day - Wine Bar by Night: Notting Hill Cakes and The Kimono Wine Bar Launch a Delicious Destination

The Kimono Wine Bar debuted on Tuesday, September 8, on Nisseki-Dori in Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo. The Wine Bar shares a cozy, chic space with Notting Hill Cakes & Gifts, this upscale professional neighborhood’s purveyor of delicious cakes and treats. The Kimono Wine Bar specializes in New World Wines and complementary snacks in an elegant, relaxed atmosphere that's great for conversation. Owned and operated by famed Tokyo hospitality maven, Lauren Shannon. - November 24, 2009 - Kimono Wine Bar

Gagan Banwait of India’s Castle Interviewed on The Mike Boyle Restaurant Show

Gagan Banwait of India’s Castle located on the edge of the Denver Tech Center (DTC) was interviewed by Mike Boyle of The Mike Boyle Restaurant Show. - November 24, 2009 - India's Castle

VerticalResponse, Inc. Honored for CoTweet Use in CRM

VerticalResponse Inc., www.verticalresponse.com was honored in the Corporate Category of the Society for New Communications Research Awards program for its entry focused on the use of CoTweet as a CRM tool. - November 24, 2009 - VerticalResponse, Inc.

Mellace Family Brands Fights Hunger Through Mama Cares

Foundation set up to help those in need – here and abroad – is addressing the needs of kids suffering from severe acute malnutrition. - November 23, 2009 - Mellace Family Brands

Serenata Wines and Evening Land Vineyards

Serenata Wines will be the first British house to sell the tantalizing tipples of Evening Land Vineyards, which was started by the late movie director Mark Tarlov. - November 23, 2009 - Serenata Commerce Ltd

Online Liquid Vitamins Vendor LiquidWholeFood.com Expands Into Canada

Desiring to better meet the needs of Canadian customers, online vitamins retailer LiquidWholeFood.com has announced they have modified their website to include customers in the 10 provinces and three territories of Canada. - November 22, 2009 - LiquidWholeFood.com

Gray & Creech Adds Sales Support Representative

Lee Hortman, vice president of operations at Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc. (www.grayandcreech.com), a distributor of drinking water and coffee systems, has announced that Julie A. Rapp has joined the firm as a sales support representative. In this position, Rapp will be responsible for... - November 22, 2009 - Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc.

Ola’s Coffee Holiday Gift to the Needy Families in the Bay Area

Ola’s Coffee, Tea and Equipment, Inc. announced their free holiday gift donation to needy families in the Bay Area. On November 24, 2009 the company will donate 300 brand new coffee/tea brewers together with one-pack of Ola’s organic, low-acidic, premium coffee. - November 21, 2009 - Ola's coffee, Tea & Equip. Inc.

Vacation in a Bottle Signs New Northwest Distributor

Columbia Distributing Brings Relaxation and Focus to the Northwest. - November 21, 2009 - ViB Holdings, LLC

XYIENCE Earns No. 1 Spot in Las Vegas’ Speedee Mart

XYIENCE announces that Xenergy checks in as the No. 1 selling energy drink at Speedee Mart in Las Vegas, for its multi-purchase incentive energy drink sales. The 21-store chain, which offers Xenergy Premium and Xtreme on a two-for-$3 pricing schedule, also reports that Xenergy is the No. 2 selling energy drink overall, behind Monster Green, and ranks in the top ten best-selling beverage products. - November 21, 2009 - XYIENCE

Old South Meeting House Presents Annual Reenactment of the Boston Tea Party on Sunday, December 13th

Old South Meeting House Presents the annual reenactment of the Boston Tea Party on Sunday, December 13th. Tea Party Sponsors Salada Tea and The Liberty Hotel will help to commemorate this historic event with the Boston getaway sweepstakes and special event hotel packages. - November 20, 2009 - Salada Tea

Portland Native Travis Hollman Brings Vacation in a Bottle to Pacific Northwest

Focus and Relaxation Drink Available at Albertsons Stores. - November 20, 2009 - ViB Holdings, LLC

Main Street Palm Springs Builds on Tradition and Expands Its Brand Awareness

Palm Springs Downtown and Uptown merchants association to work with Concept Branding Group to lead brand refinement and membership expansion - November 19, 2009 - Concept Branding Group

Private Label Growth Comes Naturally for New Grass Bison Company

Consumer demand for all-natural meat snacks has fueled triple-digit growth for New Grass Bison Company. President Jeff Adair is optimistic about the future of the all-natural meat snacks category and is expanding the Company’s product line to include all-natural beef, pork, chicken, and turkey snack sticks. He plans to show the expanded line for the first time at this week's Private Label Manufacturers Association show in Chicago. - November 19, 2009 - New Grass Bison Company

Rocky Top Hospitality Participates in First Friday

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, (www.rockytophospitality.com) has announced that the company participated in First Friday, one of Raleigh’s most popular evening escapes, taking place at various local venues on the first Friday of every month. In addition to offering First Friday... - November 19, 2009 - Rocky Top Hospitality

Swiss Maid Fudge’s Catalogue of Old Fashioned Fudge and Candies Feature on the Balancing Act

Swiss Maid Fudge has achieved fame for its unparalleled catalogue of old fashioned fudge and traditional candies. National television network, Lifetime will be featuring Swiss Maid Fudge as part of The Balancing Act’s seasonal spotlight, Home for the Holidays: Sweet Endings, sharing Wisconsin’s favorite candy shop with the entire country. - November 19, 2009 - Dells Fudge

The Changing Nature of Christmas Hampers

From its inception in 1984, Virginia Hayward Ltd has grown to be one of the leading suppliers of hampers and gifts within the UK. As much a part of Christmas as holly and ivy, Christmas hampers are a favourite gift for all the family, but have changed greatly since the first Virginia Hayward hamper was despatched 25 years ago. - November 19, 2009 - Virginia Hayward Ltd

Georgia-Pacific Professional Named Core Committee Member for Information-Based Labeling Initiative

ISSA and Ecoform to Develop Cleaning Industry Environmental Labeling System - November 18, 2009 - Georgia-Pacific Professional

SodaStream is Back with the Festive Fizzy

SodaStream, the leading company in home carbonation systems, has launched its holiday season campaign offering three of its stylish soda makers with a free 12-pack sample of concentrates. - November 18, 2009 - Soda-Club Ltd.

Wisconsinmade.com Donates to Wisconsin Breast Cancer Organizations

Wisconsinmade.com is pleased to announce that it will be contributing over $2,200 to Wisconsin breast cancer organizations. - November 18, 2009 - Wisconsinmade.com

Katz Deli Announces Plans to Donate Holiday Proceeds to Local Charity

Katz’ Deli Austin (www.katzneverkloses.com) proudly announces their plans to donate 100 percent of the profits from Thanksgiving and Christmas Day to The Center for Child Protection. Katz’ Deli Austin (http://www.katzneverkloses.com/) announces its plan to donate 100 percent of the... - November 18, 2009 - Katz Deli Austin

Oldsmar Residence Inn and Courtyard by Marriott Have Become Members of the Florida Green Lodging Program

The Courtyard Marriott and Residence Inn by Marriott in Oldsmar have recently become members of the Florida Green Lodging Program. This is following Marriott International’s announcement of plans to make its global headquarters and up to 30 hotels, in design and under construction, LEED... - November 18, 2009 - Residence Inn and Courtyard by Marriott

Xtreme Frozen Yogurt Partners with Toys for Tots to Serve More Than a Cup-Full of Holiday Cheer

Frozen Yogurt Shop is Collecting Toys for Tots at its Carlsbad and Murrieta Locations this Holiday Season; Grand Prize to Reward Entire Community. - November 18, 2009 - Xtreme Frozen Yogurt

New Thanksgiving Desserts Unveiled by Luxury Chocolate Company in Florida

Luxury Chocolate Company, Norman Love Confections in Fort Myers, Florida announces unique Thanksgiving desserts options. - November 18, 2009 - Norman Love Confections

123Recipes.com Announces an All New More Social Look; It’s All About Recipes, Cooks and Healthy Eating

Leading Online Recipe Site Launches an All New Look Based on Current Needs of Home Cooks. - November 18, 2009 - 123Recipes.com

Native Washingtonian Wins Two Awards in The Hot Pepper Awards 2009

Monica Sanowar, owner of Sun Pony, Inc., a small Washington DC based company that manufactures three hot sauces as well as a gourmet jerk sauce won two awards in The Hot Pepper Awards 2009. - November 17, 2009 - Sun Pony, Inc.

Xfuel Energy Boards the Fenix Down Bandwagon

Xfuel has grabbed hold of video game music sensation Fenix Down to become the official sound of the Energy Shot Company. Howard Panes was introduced to the band at this year’s Games X Convention in Philadelphia. Panes was quick to point out, “I realized right away these were the guys we... - November 17, 2009 - Xfuel

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