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Online Gift Basket Retailer Kicks Off the Holiday Season with Product Giveaway
All Occasion Gift Baskets, Inc. is shaking up the holiday season early with a Classic Gourmet Gift Basket Giveaway for all orders placed through December 31, 2008. - November 20, 2008 - AOG Baskets
World Barista Championship Launches Search for Executive Director
World Barista Championship UK Ltd. has launched a worldwide search to fill the newly created position of executive director. - November 20, 2008 - World Barista Championship UK Ltd
World Barista Championship Announces New Judges Certification Workshops
Two new judges certification workshops will be held in Long Beach, California and Melbourne, Australia for applicants who aspire to judge at the 2009 World Barista Championship (WBC) competition in Atlanta. - November 20, 2008 - World Barista Championship UK Ltd
Economizing a Thanksgiving Feast: Tips from Professional Caterers
If time and money have been difficult to come by this Thanksgiving, Events of Excellence, a professional catering company with over thirty years of experience, has found solutions to plan a stress-free Thanksgiving feast in our high paced, budgeted economy. - November 20, 2008 - Events of Excellence Catering and Event Planning
Picholine Introduces a New Fall Menu; Chef-Proprietor Terrance Brennan Adds New Tasting Menus and a New Kitchen Brigade
Terrance Brennan, Chef-Proprietor of Picholine, a two-Michelin star restaurant, introduces his most inspired fall menu yet, including a new seven-course Game Tasting Menu and a first-ever sixteen-course Chef’s Tasting Menu. In 2007, Brennan sold Artisanal Premium Cheese, the wholesale and... - November 19, 2008 - Picholine
LS Club in Prague - the New Home for CEOs
Situated on a quiet cobble-stone street, in a non-descript building, man can find Prague’s newest haunt for the business elite of Central Europe’s capital. - November 19, 2008 - LS Club Ltd.
2009 Scovie Awards Recognizes Panamanian Company for Product Excellence
When the results of the 2009 Scovie Awards, the world's leading recognition for hot and spicy products, were announced, Litha Amaryliss Wilson of ALISINA, S.A. was excited to get the call from the competition organizers. - November 19, 2008 - ALISINA, S.A.
Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer Christmas Gifts and Gift Baskets Save Christmas
Are you already dreading the daunting task of finding the perfect Christmas gift for all of the people on your list? Relax. The Cookie Cupboard, with the help of Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, will help light the way to the best Christmas ever. - November 19, 2008 - The Elegant Cookie, LLC
Snooth Announces Release of Analytics for Retailers and Wineries
Retail and winery partners of Snooth given access to powerful decision making information on wines they produce and sell. - November 18, 2008 - Snooth
Happi House Restaurants Launch New Prototype Store
San Francisco Bay Area-based fast casual concept poised to resume franchising redesigns its restaurants; upgrades style. - November 18, 2008 - Happi House Franchise Corporation, Inc.
Shabtai Gourmet Gluten Free Bakery Makes Gluten Free Brownie Bites and Wins Best New Kosher for Passover Dessert at Kosherfest 2008. Their desserts are Dairy Free too.
Shabtai Gourmet Gluten Free Bakery wins Best New Kosher for Passover Dessert at Kosherfest 2008 in the Meadowlands, NJ. This Allergen Free bakery bakes desserts that are gluten free, casein free, lactose free, soy free, dairy free, corn free, and certified Kosher Parve. Their sweets are available at fine health food stores, and they are currently offering free shipping on their website www.shabtai-gourmet.com - November 17, 2008 - Shabtai Gourmet Gluten Free Bakery
John Hansen a Natural for Bodybuilding Hall of Fame
Optimum Nutrition Athlete, Mr. Natural Olympia and two-time Natural Mr. Universe John Hansen has been inducted into the Natural Bodybuilding Hall of Fame. - November 16, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition
Blanche’s Baby Introduces Mother’s Pecan Cake
Toni Falk Turczyn announces the launch of her new company, Blanche’s Baby, offering traditional homemade specialties. The company’s first product, Mother’s Pecan Cake, is currently available online for shipment throughout the United States at the company’s website,... - November 16, 2008 - Blanche's Baby
Dr. Smoothie Brands with Cafe Essentials Specialty Beverage Line is a Sponsor for the Ultimate Barista Challenge Frappe and Smoothie Competitions
Dr. Smoothie Brands is a full line gourmet beverage company manufacturing shelf stable, natural crushed fruit smoothie concentrates and powdered cocoa, mocha, latte and chai blends. In addition, Dr. Smoothie manufactures nutritional blends ranging from whole food nutrition bars to a full range of nutritional supplements, including medically endorsed products like The Complete Meal. For more information on the Dr. Smoothie product line, please contact them at 888-466-9941. - November 15, 2008 - Dr. Smoothie
ON Welcomes NPC Bodybuilder Tobias Young as Athlete
Up and coming NPC Bodybuilder, Tobias Young, joins the ON Athletes team and looks forward to even greater gains – in the gym and on the stage. - November 15, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition
Stevi B’s Makes Mom the Hero at Mealtimes in Columbia with Grand Reopening of Area’s First Location
Restaurant Reopens with Huge Fanfare from Local Residents, Fort Jackson Families and the Business Lunch Crowd. - November 15, 2008 - Stevi B’s, Columbia
Cottonwood Grille Turns Local, Fresh Ingredients Into Competitive Advantage
While industry struggles, restaurant attracts guests by keeping its own purchasing dollars in Idaho. - November 14, 2008 - Cottonwood Grille
Wisconsinmade.com is Re-Launched with a New Web Design
Wisconsinmade.com has just re-launched its web store with an updated graphics design and new, user-friendly features. - November 14, 2008 - Wisconsinmade.com
Interactive Diet Planning Website Launches; Caters to Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Wheat Free Meals
Preparing allergy-friendly meals that are healthy and well balanced is quick and simple thanks to MealPlansWithout.com. - November 14, 2008 - Hasty Chef, Inc.
Optimum Nutrition Achieves NSF International Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Registration
GMP Registration with highly respected NSF International is further evidence of Optimum Nutrition’s ongoing commitment to exemplifying the very highest standards. - November 14, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition
Pink Tiki Drink to Support the Queen’s Cancer Center
Pink Tiki’s launch and Queens Cancer Center, given VIP passes for donors, volunteers, and survivors. - November 13, 2008 - Tiki's Grill & Bar
Growth in Healthy Catering for School Canteens on Target for 2009
Healthy Catering Company, Fresh n Fast Group Australia, Announces NSW/ACT Education Section Expansion Plans. - November 13, 2008 - Fresh n Fast Group Australia
Hartleys Farm Foods Adopts Radical Sanitising System
Hartleys Farm Foods has installed the revolutionary new Radical advanced sanitising system in its production facility in Nelson, Lancashire. The Radical system uses advanced oxidising technology to ensure the company’s food preparation facility is completely sanitized and free from... - November 13, 2008 - Radical
Holiday Music Fills the Air at the Independence Visitor Center Corporation
The holiday season has once again arrived in the Philadelphia region, and Independence Visitor Center asks visitors and locals alike to start the holiday season at the Center. Gather at Independence Visitor Center, located at 6th & Market Streets, to experience holiday fun at the heart of Independence Mall. - November 12, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Join the Independence Visitor Center Corporation for a Holiday Season of Giving
The holiday season is upon us, and Independence Visitor Center aims to emphasize the importance of giving to those in need. - November 12, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Celebrate the Holidays with the Independence Visitor Center Corporation
The holiday season has once again arrived in the Philadelphia region, and Independence Visitor Center wants visitors and locals alike to start the holiday season at the Center. Gather at Independence Visitor Center, located at 6th & Market Streets, to experience all the holiday fun at the heart of Independence Mall. - November 12, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Black Friday Specials at the Independence Visitor Center
Black Friday sales and specials aren’t exclusive to malls this year. Independence Visitor Center will also be a part of the action. Friday, November 28, 2008 take a break from your holiday shopping and make a stop at the Independence Visitor Center or skip the shopping altogether and Start at the Center. All day, when you rent one Historic Philadelphia GPS guided walking tour receive the second rental for half off and there will be discounts for Saturday’s Breakfast with Ben offered. - November 12, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Thanksgiving Weekend Festivities Come to Independence Mall and the Historic District
As we kick off the official start of the holiday season with the celebration of Thanksgiving, Independence Visitor Center encourages everyone to Start at the Center and discover all that Independence Mall and the entire Historic District have to offer this Thanksgiving Weekend. - November 12, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Kap’s Pepper Company’s Award-Winning Peppered Jellies Now Available at EatGreenDFW
Kap’s Pepper Company’s line of award-winning peppered jellies are now available at EatGreenDFW.com, north Texas’ only on-line farmers market. - November 10, 2008 - Eat Green LLC
ON’s New Gold Standard Natural 100% Casein™ is Pure Micellar
For serious bodybuilders and strength athletes, micellar casein provides crucial anti-catabolic support for muscle recovery. ON’s new Gold Standard Natural 100% Casein™ has set a new standard for quality, purity, consistency and taste. - November 08, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition
MolliCoolz Launches the Coolest Way to Eat Ice Cream Online
MolliCoolz.com offers a fresh, fun look at its premium ice cream treats geared towards tweens and ice cream lovers of all ages. - November 08, 2008 - MolliCoolz™ – The Coolest Way to Eat Ice Cream™
Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc. Names New Account Manager
Bill Land, vice president of sales at Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc. (www.grayandcreech.com), has announced that Jason Martin has joined the firm as account manager. In this position, he will be responsible for growing the company’s customer base by attracting potential clients and... - November 08, 2008 - Gray & Creech Water Systems, Inc.
November is National Pomegranate Month
Wonderful Pomegranates in Spotlight as a Superfruit. - November 08, 2008 - Fruit Fast
Pack-Smart Introduced New Window Affixing System at GRAPH EXPO
Pack-Smart Inc headquartered in Toronto, was among the top companies displaying finishing and printing equipment at the GRAPH EXPO 2008, at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL. “This was one of our best years yet, we were able to display our new Rigid Window technologies which was a big hit at... - November 07, 2008 - Pack-Smart Inc.
Indian Restaurant in Los Angeles, Electric Karma, Announces Its New Skyroom
electric karma is a unique Indian restaurant, unlike any other in Los Angeles. The specialty about it is the room without the roof (Skyroom), where you can forget about everyday life for a couple of hours and just lounge on pillows like the Maharajas and enjoy the exquisite cuisine of this Los Angeles Indian restaurant. - November 06, 2008 - electric karma
Portugal? Spain? Both. Announces Success of Its U.S. Based Co-Op Marketing Program Aimed at Promoting Travel to the Iberian Peninsula
The tourist offices of Portugal and Spain have announced a renewed commitment and financial support for their successful co-op program, which promotes both countries as a single destination. Launched in 2006, PortugalSpainBoth is a marketing platform for its partners and travel suppliers to reach... - November 06, 2008 - Portugal? Spain? Both.
Rishi Tea's New Organic Eco-Friendly Tea Gift Sets
Beautiful new organic and environmentally friendly tea gift sets from Rishi Tea include two best-selling green, white or black teas, artisan teaware, packaged in a hand-woven box made of sustainable bamboo. - November 06, 2008 - Rishi Tea
Organic "Gourmet Fudge Bar" from Earth's Sweet Pleasures Debuts at the New Whole Foods Market in Roseville, California
Earth's Sweet Pleasures Rich Rainforest Dark Gourmet Fudge Bar will make its first appearance in Whole Foods Markets at the new Roseville, California store opening November 5, 2008. - November 05, 2008 - Earth's Sweet Pleasures
Hi-5 Hosts Memories For Marcus Toy Drive
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Hi-5 will be hosting the third annual Memories For Marcus toy drive on Wednesday, Dec. 3 from 6 – 9 p.m. at 510 Glenwood Avenue. The event will benefit the WakeMed Children’s Center through the... - November 05, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Rishi Tea Promotes Clean Water with New Organic Cinnamon Plum
Rishi Tea's new limited seasonal blend- Organic Cinnamon Plum, promotes improved water quality in the U.S. with 25% of the profits benefiting Clean Water Fund. - November 02, 2008 - Rishi Tea
Rishi Tea Seven-Time Winner at 2008 World Tea Championship
Rishi Tea, the leading importer of organic and Fair Trade loose-leaf tea, takes home seven First Place awards at the 2008 World Tea Championship. Rishi Tea is also the first company to win the prestigious Best Tea Awards with organic tea. - November 02, 2008 - Rishi Tea
Get Twice the Servings of ON’s ALA-Rich Flaxseed Oil
Plant-sourced ALA Omega-3 fatty acids have a lot to offer athletes, vegetarians or anyone interested in health and well-being. - November 01, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition
Record Beer Consumption at Oktoberfest '08
Australian-based touring company, Thirsty Swagman, has claimed a record in beer consumption at Oktoberfest 2008, on their 11-night pub-crawl tour across Europe. - November 01, 2008 - Thirsty Swagman Pty Ltd
YoNaturals Launches in Rochester New York Schools
Rochester New York schools including Honeoye Falls-Lima School district and Bishop Kearney High School are amongst the selected schools chosen to pioneer the YoNaturals healthy vending program. - October 31, 2008 - YoNaturals Inc.
Vines Grille and Wine Bar is Branching Out
Vines Grille and Wine Bar is moving its location down a few doors to accommodate its growing popularity and add amazing new features to the dining area. - October 31, 2008 - Vines Grille and Wine Bar
Mission Grounds Gourmet Coffee Sales Far Exceed Expectations
Kroger Grocery Stores in the late summer launched Mission Grounds in its Atlanta stores. Sales have far exceeded expectations as people have fallen in love with this Costa Rican Coffee and the opportunity to help homeless children. - October 31, 2008 - Mission Grounds Gourmet Coffee
Solo Foods Announces YouTube Recipe Challenge
Sokol & Company, maker of Solo and Baker dessert fillings, announces their search for the first ever “Solo Star”, with a top prize of $5,000 for the best original recipe and culinary video submitted at Youtube.com. Each video entered in the contest must show the entrant preparing... - October 30, 2008 - Sokol and Company
Local Restaurateur, Dean Ogan to Speak at Women Business Owners Network Event
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming Women Business Owners Network (WBON) event on Wednesday, Nov. 12 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at the Matthews House, located at 317 West Chatham Street, Cary. Ogan will discuss... - October 30, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Meaningful Health Solutions Launches New Website www.meaningfulhealthsolutions.com
Meaningful Health Solutions, offers highly effective, all natural stress relieving wellness products, is pleased to announce the launch of their new website. www.meaningfulhealthsolutions.com. - October 30, 2008 - Meaningful Health Solutions
The Final Solution to the Global Energy Crisis
To provide unlimited green power to sustainably meet Global Energy needs, White Buffalo Nation Inc. (WBN Inc.) and The Consortium of Global H2O (Water) Manufacturers’ President and Chief Physicist, Professor Dr. James D. Vagarasoto II announces the corporate declassification and availability of Perpetual Hydrogen Electrical Generation Systems™ technology for immediate Global distribution, catapulting humanity into an unlimited clean energy future today. - October 30, 2008 - White Buffalo Nation Inc.