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Allmax Signs IFBB Pro Troy Brown
Allmax Nutrition signs IFBB Pro Troy Brown as the newest athlete of Team Allmax Nutrition - February 26, 2009 - Allmax Nutrition
sqeez tube drinx Presents New Website
The launch of sqeez tube drinx now is backed up by a new sqeez website. - February 26, 2009 - sqeez tube drinx - CWC ADs&mORE GmbH
Central Virginia Farm Announces Subscription Program for Fresh Vegetables
Frog Bottom Farm Responds to Growing Consumer Demand for Locally Grown Produce by Introducing Weekly Vegetable Subscription Program - February 26, 2009 - Frog Bottom Farm LLC
Explore and be Enlightened with the Women’s History Scavenger Hunt
In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Independence Visitor Center will host a women’s history scavenger hunt during the month of March, centered on ten women who were born, raised, visited or lived in Philadelphia. - February 26, 2009 - Independence Visitor Center
From Earthy Origins to a Decadent Delivery, Truffles Are Growing on Gourmet Foodies and Farmers Alike
On March 5th through 8th, in Asheville, NC, the exquisite mushroom will bring together artists and chefs, farmers and sommeliers, musicians and dog-trainers for the First Annual National Truffle Fest (www.NationalTruffleFest.com). - February 25, 2009 - National Truffle Fest
SpringTrainingWatch.com Announces 2009 Spring Training Baseball Schedules
Spring Training Watch has announced its postings of the 2009 MLB spring training game schedules. Major League Baseball fans can view upcoming spring training baseball game schedules, find information about the various spring training stadium facilities, and locate nearby hotels, restaurants, and... - February 25, 2009 - Spring Training Watch
World-Class Wines Chosen at Virginia Wine Showcase™
People’s Choice Medallions to be Awarded to Eleven Virginia Wines. - February 25, 2009 - Farm Wineries council, Inc.
Seattle Microbrewery Resolves Trademark Dispute with Australian Brewery
Laughing Buddha Will Change Its Name - February 24, 2009 - Laughing Buddha Brewing Co.
MC2 Energy Drink, Casey Atwood and Team Owner Wayne Day Team Up at Las Vegas Motor Speedway
MC2 (pronounced MC Squared) Energy Drink and Beverage Plus Inc. President and CEO Ronald Serota announced today that it is teaming up with NASCAR Nationwide driver Casey Atwood and veteran team owner Wayne Day for the Sam’s Town 300 on February 28th at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. “It... - February 24, 2009 - Beverage Plus
International Fro-Yo Surges Past the Competition Through Social Media Networking
Internationally recognized frozen yogurt pioneer Yogen Früz, is now conquering the internet through social media networking keeping their fans updated on the latest news. - February 23, 2009 - Yogen Fruz Canada Inc.
Merdeka Coffee Announces Expansion Plans for 2009
Bucking general negative sentiments in the retail sector, Merdeka Coffee has announced plans to open 4 new branches this year. - February 23, 2009 - Merdeka Coffee
Boca Java, Inc. Sends the Warmth of Coffee from Florida to Alaskan Sled Run
Boca Java, Inc., a retailer of fresh-roasted gourmet coffee, announced today they have provided the participants of the 2009 Serum Run '25 with enough coffee to help fuel their journey. - February 22, 2009 - Boca Java, Inc.
Healthy Kids Food Café Franchise is in High Demand
tumble & tea café has sparked Over 800 requests to franchise with its hot take on one of the leading trends of 2009: healthy food…especially for kids. - February 22, 2009 - tumble & tea cafe
Oco Executives Present Session on BI at the SAP Insider Logistics and Supply Chain Management Conference
Session Focuses on Best Practices to Rapidly Cut Costs, Reduce Inventory, Boost Bottom Line - February 21, 2009 - Oco, Inc.
Precise Pet Products Brings in the New Year with a New Executive
Pet Food Company Appoints Richard "Kirk" Young as Executive Vice President - February 21, 2009 - Precise Pet Products
Michael Dean’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar Participates in A Toast to the Triangle
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Michael Dean’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar will participate in the 24th annual A Toast to the Triangle (www.atoasttothetriangle.org) event. The Toast celebrates the Triangle’s culinary arts... - February 21, 2009 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Source-Omega Founder Speaks on Microalgae Oil Omega-3 Replacements for Medical Fish Oils
Source-Omega, LLC announced today it will be presenting at the upcoming International Symposia on Bioinformatics for Biomedical and Ecological Applications in Prasanthi Nilayam, India. The conference is being held during February 20-21, 2009 at the renowned Sri Sathya Sai University and is organized by Biosciences Chair Professor Srirama Krupanidhi. - February 20, 2009 - Source-Omega
Xfuel to Sponsor Team Foxy, the Largest Top Ranked Female Gamers’ Organization
Xfuel has reached an agreement to sponsor Team Foxy throughout the 2009 season starting with the MLG opener at the New Jersey Meadowlands, April 3-5. Team Foxy is a highly ranked group of female gamers representing and promoting the presence of women in the gaming industry. In an effort to make... - February 20, 2009 - Xfuel
Get to the Bottom of Gold Standard 100% Casein™ with ON’s New E-Z Scoop Opening
With an E-Z Scoop Opening that lets consumers enjoy every last ounce of premium quality sports nutrition, Optimum Nutrition is distinguished once again for innovation. - February 20, 2009 - Optimum Nutrition
Witness the Adventures of Annie Oakley Come to Life at the Independence Visitor Center
Families and visitors of all ages are invited to join the Independence Visitor Center on March 13, 2009, from 11 am to 1 pm to witness the life of Annie Oakley, reenacted by a historical interpreter. Annie will amaze and entertain attendees with tales of her shooting skills and adventures. This... - February 20, 2009 - Independence Visitor Center
John Zehnder Awarded Thomas Jefferson Award
Chef John Zehnder, CEC, AAC is the 2009 recipient of the Thomas Jefferson Award for culinary excellence. This national award was presented by the ACF Capital Chefs of Greater Lansing on February 7th at a reception held at the Golden Rose Restaurant in Mason, MI. Given in conjunction with the... - February 20, 2009 - Zehnder's of Frankenmuth
Concept Branding Group and Bule|Fusion Worldwide Create Design and Branding Global Alliance
Leading branding and design firms join forces to fully activate brands for start ups, small and medium sized businesses, retail and hospitality operators, trade groups and non profits - February 18, 2009 - Concept Branding Group
Real Men Cook in Miami
Real Men Cook, a charity organization which is based out of Chicago, Illinois is coming to Miami. The organization holds an annual event each year on Father’s Day in top cities throughout the U.S. This year's 20th event, will be hosted by Executive Chef Ron Duprat. - February 16, 2009 - Ron Duprat Foundation
V Bar at the Venetian Resort Hotel Casino in Las Vegas Celebrates Its 9th Anniversary with a Sleek and Sexy New Remodel
Celebrating its 9th anniversary with a sleek and sexy remodel, V Bar brings the latest technology and sophistication to corporate clients and late night cocktail aficionados alike. - February 15, 2009 - ARK Las Vegas
Sweet Mandarin is the First UK Chinese Restaurant to Use Twitter to Beat the Credit Crunch and Boost Business
Sweet Mandarin in Manchester, UK - is the first UK Chinese Restaurant to use Twitter for Business - bookings, takeaways and Twitter has increased the business and strengthened the community. Beating the credit crunch, this is a great example for all businesses to fight back. - February 15, 2009 - Sweet Mandarin
Indian Restaurant in Los Angeles, Electric Karma Invites You to Spice Up Your Valentine’s Day
This Valentine’s Day, take a break from your average pizza/pasta/salad restaurant and escape into a world of fresh spices and fine Indian cuisine. This Indian Restaurant in Los Angeles, renowned for its great food and trendy aura, is offering a romantic and affordable dinner for two that... - February 14, 2009 - electric karma
Wrabacon Cleverly Solves Bakery's Problem by Providing ServoMerge Conveyor Solution
Wrabacon, a manufacturer of creative conveyors and automation equipment, has provided an innovative solution to a large cookie bakery by supplying them with a material handling system that perfectly suits their unique needs. - February 14, 2009 - Wrabacon
The Red Room Tapas Lounge Hosts Skirt! After Work
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that The Red Room Tapas Lounge is hosting Skirt! After Work on Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 5:30 p.m. The event, sponsored by Skirt!®, the American Heart Association and The Red Room, focuses on raising heart health... - February 14, 2009 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Flavors of Peru Catering's Edgar Perez Launches Revamped Facebook Group "Flavors of Peru"
Edgar Perez, Founder of Flavors of Peru Catering, Promotes Recession-Resistant Peruvian Restaurant Concepts in America to Investors and Launches Revamped Facebook Group "Flavors of Peru," on time for Peru Grand Tasting Spring 2009 - February 14, 2009 - Flavors of Peru
Boston Area Personal Chefs Walk for Hunger with Project Bread
On Sunday, May 3, team “Boston Area Personal Chefs” will be walking the 20 miles of Project Bread's 2009 Walk for Hunger to raise awareness of the USPCA and to raise money for a very worthy cause. - February 13, 2009 - Home Plate Advantage
Food Consulting Company Provides Hard-to-Find Info on FDA's Nutrition Update
Food labeling stakeholders who could not attend FDA's December 12, 2008, "Nutrition Roundtable Discussion with Stakeholders" can now view the meeting agenda and presentation outline and slides. - February 13, 2009 - Food Consulting Company
enMotion® Products Support Facilities During Tough Economy - Award-Winning Georgia-Pacific Professional Line Offers Cost Savings and Waste Reduction
Georgia-Pacific Professional is providing cost-effective and environmentally sustainable solutions to businesses looking to cut costs and remain competitive while operating in the current economic downturn. Two innovative products are leading the charge: enMotion® Impulse™ and... - February 13, 2009 - Georgia-Pacific Professional
William Donahue Named President - Georgia-Pacific Professional Food Service Solutions
Georgia-Pacific LLC announced today that William Donahue, vice president and general manager – Georgia-Pacific Professional Food Services Solutions, has been promoted to president of that business. He will continue to report to Kathy Walters, executive vice president – global consumer... - February 13, 2009 - Georgia-Pacific Professional
Gwen Ifill Book Reveal and Signing, The Breakthrough: Politics and Race in the Age of Obama at the Independence Visitor Center
On Saturday, February 28, 2009, from 5 pm to 7 pm Gwen Ifill, Moderator and Managing Editor of “Washington Week”, will give a brief book reading and discussion of her newly-released book, followed by a book signing in Independence Ballroom at the Independence Visitor Center (6th &... - February 12, 2009 - Independence Visitor Center
Rocky Top Hospitality Announces Early Dinner Promotion Extended
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced the early dinner promotion has been extended through the end of March. The promotion is valid every day from 5 – 6 p.m. and consists of a complimentary entrée with the purchase of an entrée at... - February 12, 2009 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Spencerfield Keeps the Spirit of James Anderson, Father of American Whiskey, Alive
As America prepares to celebrate Washington’s birthday next week, Scotland raises a toast to James Anderson, Father of American Whiskey. - February 12, 2009 - Spencerfield Spirit
Flavour's of Ontario's Lake Country Orillia-Rama-Severn-Oro-Medonte- Ramara
As The Ossawippi Express will play host they look forward to Lake country's new venture in the region with Flavours of Ontario's Lake Country. - February 12, 2009 - Ossawippi Express Dining Cars
New Online Gourmet Coffee and Tea Retailer Changes Tack
Changes in Marketing Strategy to Keep with Winds of Economic Change. - February 12, 2009 - KamRo Imports & Distributing, LLC
Independence Visitor Center Announces President Obama Day in Celebration of Black History Month
The Independence Visitor Center invites students to submit a video of their recitation of any of the famous speeches the President delivered during the course of his campaign. - February 12, 2009 - Independence Visitor Center
Witness the Life and Journey of Harriet Tubman Come to Life at the Independence Visitor Center
On Friday, February 20th, 2009, join Independence Visitor Center as the story and legacy of Harriet Tubman is brought to life. Meet the famous conductor of the Underground Railroad, known for making 19 trips in order to bring slaves to freedom. Listen to the storyteller describe the pursuits of... - February 12, 2009 - Independence Visitor Center
Aliki Foods Donates Overstocked Product to CT Food Bank
Aliki Foods of Old Lyme, CT has donated over 2600 cases of overstocked frozen pizza sauce and frozen pizza to CT Food Bank in New Haven. President of Aliki Foods, Michael Pappas, was happy to help Connecticut residents especially during unusually cold winter and tough economic times. - February 12, 2009 - Aliki Foods
IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts Present IMOCOM Experiences
The IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts now offer special packages, entitled IMOCOM Experiences, that create unforgettable moments within their luxurious properties, As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa in Vilamoura, and Monte Santo in Carvoeiro. The offers are incorporated in themes such as Family, Romance,... - February 11, 2009 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
Allmax Nutrition to Attend the 21st Arnold Sports Festival
Team Allmax Nutrition will be attending the Arnold Sports Festival Expo. Stop by the booth to test the new pre-workout supplement MusclePrime and whey protein isolate Isoflex. - February 10, 2009 - Allmax Nutrition
Xfuel Powers Its Founder Into Guitar Hero and Xbox 360 History
Alex Gere, aka Frozenghost001, the 14 year old entrepreneur with the help of Xfuel has officially become the 1st person in the history of the game to unlock 10 GH Tunes slots for Guitar Hero World Tour. - February 10, 2009 - Xfuel
JAVA Pink Campaign 2009
A portion of the sales from 2009 JAVA Pink gourmet gift purchases will be donated each year to breast cancer research and awareness. - February 08, 2009 - JAVA & Co. Small Batch Recipes
ON Mixes Up Sports Nutrition with New Chocolate Coconut Gold Standard 100% Whey™
The industry’s best selling protein powder with 5.5 grams of muscle-building branched chain amino acids per serving is now available in a delicious new chocolate coconut flavor. - February 08, 2009 - Optimum Nutrition
Keep Up with the Vanderbilt’s? Try Keeping Up with the Ramble.
In anticipation of Asheville’s upcoming National Truffle Fest (www.NationalTruffleFest.com), Biltmore Farms breaks new ground by planting a truffle orchard donated by Garland Truffles in the Ramble – the company’s luxury residential community (www.RambleBiltmoreForest.com). - February 06, 2009 - National Truffle Fest
NY: Major Companies Test the Waters of Pure Planet Bottle-less Water Coolers
The green alternative to bottled water coolers is receiving rave reviews from consumers. - February 06, 2009 - Pure Planet Waters
SAVOY Savory Seminars: Seeking Subject Matter Experts
SAVOY, North Raleigh’s affordable fine dining and upscale business lunch location, is putting a new spin on the educational lunch seminar. Usually the presenter has to find a restaurant to hold their event. In this case, the restaurant – SAVOY – is finding the... - February 06, 2009 - Savoy
My Private Chef Blooms with Ideas for Spring Entertaining at Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store
Whether you are entertaining friends or planning some delicious family meals, Chef Christopher Tong of My Private Chef, the popular Chicago private chef and gourmet dining service, has fresh menu ideas for Spring. The demonstration will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2009 from 2-4 p.m. at the Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store at Medinah Temple, 600 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL. - February 05, 2009 - My Private Chef, Inc.