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ON to Sponsor the 2008 ABA Natural North America Bodybuilding Championships

Optimum Nutrition supports natural athletes in all types of individual and team sports, whether the focus is strength, speed or endurance. - August 08, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition

New ‘Heavy-Duty’ Lift System Design

Hanningfield Process Systems Release the Latest Product in their 'Uni-Hoist' Range of Materials Handling Solutions. - August 07, 2008 - Hanningfield Process Systems Ltd

Cupcake Shop to Open in Historic Annapolis, MD

Historic Annapolis will soon join in the ranks of other major cities inundated with long lines of cupcake lovers waiting to sample their new favorite treats at Nostalgia Cupcakes, a specialty retail cupcake-bakery and coffee shop, will open its doors in this Fall at 188 Main Street in... - August 06, 2008 - Nostalgia Cupcakes

Bricanna Holding Corporation Brings Truly Toffee to Market

For the past decade, Truly Toffee was only available as a holiday treat to a select group of family and friends. Now, after years of persuasion and rave product reviews by everyone who has had the opportunity to taste it, Truly Toffee is available for everyone to savor and enjoy. Truly toffee is made from the freshest ingredients and each hand dipped piece of toffee is inspected to ensure the highest quality product reaches the market. Go ahead, try Truly Toffee today. www.TrulyToffee.com. - August 05, 2008 - Bricanna Holding Corporation

Fava Tea Company to Give 100% Proceeds of a Tea to Candlelight Vision Corporation in August

For the entire month of August, 100% of the sales from Rhubarb-Cream Black Tea will be donated to support the Candlelight Vision Corporation in Neenah, WI. Fava will also commemorate this program with a special emerald green package designated just for ChariTEA™ charities. - August 04, 2008 - Fava Tea Company, LLC

New Website Offers Vast Selection of Gourmet Soup Mixes

Soups Online today unveiled their website, SoupsOnline.com, a one stop shopping destination for soup lovers that will offer over 300 gourmet soup mixes from more than 40 companies. Soups Online President Todd Westby says: “Our goal with Soups Online is to be the internet leader in the... - August 03, 2008 - www.SoupsOnline.com

Dos Lunas Annnounces That It is Now Chemical-Free

Dos Lunas Tequila has recently announced that it is one of the few tequilas which can boast of being herbicide, pesticide and chemical-free. - August 02, 2008 - Dos Lunas Spirits, LLC

Savoy Named One of the Best Overall Restaurants by OpenTable.com

Chefs Peter Gibson and Marshall Smith have announced that Savoy, (www.restaurantsavoy.com) a contemporary continental restaurant located at 7713-39 Leadmine Road in north Raleigh, has been recognized as one of the best overall restaurants in Raleigh by OpenTable.com. Restaurants are voted on by... - August 01, 2008 - Savoy

New York School Wins Panini Grill in Central Prize Giveaway

Foodservice Director Norma Zeller of Somers Central School District in Somers, New York, was selected as the winner of a panini grill in a prize giveaway hosted by their equipment supplier, Central Restaurant Products. - August 01, 2008 - Central Restaurant Products

The International Culinary Center Introduces New, One-Day Cooking Classes

The world-renowned culinary center offers recreational courses for the first time to the public. - July 31, 2008 - International Culinary Center

Friendly Summer Prices at Café des Amis

Londoners are looking for ways to save extra pounds and Café des Amis is offering them the chance to treat themselves without ruining their holidays savings. - July 31, 2008 - Cafe des Amis

Bally’s Gets Another Way to Enjoy 100% Whey Gold Standard™

Chocolate Coconut brings yet another terrific taste to the sport nutrition industry’s most popular protein powder. It’s one more reason to insist on the quality, consistency and flavor variety available with ON’s 100% Whey Gold Standard™. - July 31, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition

Bumblefish Sushi & More Launches Production Facility in Kansas City

Bumblefish Sushi & More continues to expand in Kansas City. - July 31, 2008 - Bumblefish, Inc

Happi House Restaurants Return to Franchising

Happi House Restaurants spokesperson, Kevyn Johnston, announced today that the company’s Board has approved a plan that would return the brand to franchising. Happi House, which opened its first location in 1976 in San Jose’s historic Japantown, is an Asian fast-casual concept that... - July 30, 2008 - Happi House Franchise Corporation, Inc.

Rocky Top’s Kevin Dehimer Joins Logistics Committee for the Triangle Heart Ball

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Kevin Dehimer, catering manager for 1705 Catering and Events, Rocky Top Hospitality’s catering company and event facility, has been named to the logistics committee for the American Heart... - July 30, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality

Safco Distribution Center Lands in Virginia

Leading office products distributor selects Hampton Roads and the Port of Virginia for east coast import distribution center. - July 29, 2008 - ProVenture

Oogie’s Continues to Expand Distribution: Now Available at Bashas’ Stores in Arizona

Oogie's Gourmet Popcorn now available at Bashas' stores in Arizona. - July 28, 2008 - Oogie’s Snacks

Bridal Show at Galuppi's Restaurant, Pompano Beach, September 23 from 5:00 to 9:00 PM

On Tuesday, September 23, 2008 from 5:00 to 9:00 PM Galuppi's Restaurant will host a not to be missed bridal show at 1103 North Federal Highway in Pompano Beach on the scenic Pompano Beach golf course. A comprehensive assortment of vendors will be on hand to offer ideas and consultations for all... - July 28, 2008 - Galuppi's Restaurant, Patio Bar, & Banquets

Not Just Another 60's Night - Beatlemania Lives at Galuppi's Restaurant, Patio Bar, & Banquets

Saturday, August 9 from 8 PM to 12 AM Galuppi's Restaurant, Patio Bar, & Banquets located at 1103 North Federal Highway, Pompano Beach will host a live on site Beatles cover band offering a retrospective of the songs that revolutionized the music industry. No cover charge. - July 25, 2008 - Galuppi's Restaurant, Patio Bar, & Banquets

Revive and Storm Bring National Model Search to London

As part of their search for the Face of Revive, Storm and Revive Juice Bars continue their search for new faces with two dedicated scouting events this weekend in the London area. - July 25, 2008 - Revive Juice Bars Ltd.

Add a Boost of Omega 3-6-9 to Your Food with Cranberry Seed Oil

Cranberry seeds are only the size of a pinhead, but provide the “good fats” and antioxidants that we need in our diets. - July 25, 2008 - Fruit Essentials, Inc

Picholine Celebrates 15 Years of Fine Dining

Offers Guests a Complimentary $50 Gift Card. - July 24, 2008 - Picholine

Inexpensive, Limitless Source of Drinking Water Found Naturally from the Air in Your Home or Business. Xziex Water Announces New Products.

Almost one fifth of the world lacks access to safe drinking water. Xziex Inc. has a solution in which they extract, fresh, uncontaminated, clean, safe, water from the air you breathe. The water is extracted through air in a patented process into an atmospheric water generator. In this machine the water that is produced is filtered and ready to drink. Xziex Inc. is excited to offer this technology and will be donating 7% of its profits to help provide machines to areas of the world in need. - July 24, 2008 - My Clean Water - Xziex Water

Natural Balance Pet Foods is the Official Sponsor of the Greatest American Dog (CBS) Sweepstakes, with the Grand Prize an Unforgettable Trip for the Winner and Their Dog

One of the most incredible contests ever announced for pet lovers was unveiled this week, with all dog lovers invited to enter the Greatest American Dog sweepstakes for a chance to win a trip to Pasadena where the winner and their dog will join Natural Balance on the Natural Balance float in the... - July 24, 2008 - Natural Balance

GourmetByMail.com Announces 2008 Gourmet Holiday Gift Guide

The best gift ideas for foodies, wine connoisseurs and home chefs. - July 24, 2008 - GourmetByMail.com

Wake Up America. BDI Marketing Announces Retail Debut of New Mocha Flavored Mini Thin Rush® A.M.™ Liquid Energy Shot.

Delicious New Flavor Addition to Phenomenally Popular Liquid Energy Shot Brand Delivers Powerful Boost of Morning Energy. - July 24, 2008 - BDI Marketing

World Minerals Announces a New Product Development Launch for the Reduction of Plate Out in PVC

World Minerals launches new products to control plate out in PVC pipe and profile manufacturing. They were designed by World Minerals to reduce die build up or “plate out” on the extrusion line and improve overall quality and surface finish of the extruded part. - July 23, 2008 - World Minerals, a member of Imerys

Newly Transplanted Business, Sheila's Specialties, Sinks Its Roots in Friendly Atlanta

A lifetime Michigan resident and business owner is well received by the Metro Atlanta business community. - July 23, 2008 - Sheila's Specialties

New Online Tools Keep Customers Abreast of Dynamic Market Conditions

Tradex International, Inc. announced today the launch of two new online resources designed to better inform its customers of the latest news and pricing trends impacting costs. - July 23, 2008 - Tradex International, Inc.

US-Based Firm Begins Selling Miracle Fruit in Tablet Form

Miracle Fruit USA, the nation's leading retailer and wholesaler of miracle fruit products, is now offering the fruit in tablet form. The tablets contain freeze-dried miracle fruit (Synsepalum dulcificum), which is known for its unique ability to temporarily change taste perception. - July 22, 2008 - Miracle Fruit USA

On Your Mark, Get Set, Get Tossed®!

Tossed® Announces Winner of First Annual Salad Contest. - July 19, 2008 - Tossed

Beijing Anxiously Awaits the Delectable Premiere of Canada's Culinary Champion's Namesake Restaurant, Makoto

Canada's top chef, Makoto Ono, embarks on his own Olympic journey this month with the premiere of his 9,000 square foot restaurant in the heart of Beijing, China. The restaurant, Makoto, will feature Chef Ono's unique interpretation of authentic Japanese cuisine utilizing classic French techniques. Makoto is raising the bar for fine cuisine and fine dining. - July 18, 2008 - Makoto

Savoy Wins 2008 MetroBravo Award

Chefs Peter Gibson and Marshall Smith have announced that Savoy, (www.restaurantsavoy.com) a contemporary continental restaurant located at 7713-39 Leadmine Road in north Raleigh, has won the 2008 best new restaurant MetroBravo Award presented by Metro Magazine. The MetroBravo Awards are voted on... - July 18, 2008 - Savoy

Travel + Leisure ’s 13th Annual World’s Best Awards Readers’ Survey Results Announced

Bangkok Named World’s Best City 2008. Triple Creek Ranch in Montana Ranked No. 1 U.S. Hotel. Nancy Novogrod, editor-in-chief of Travel + Leisure, today announces that Bangkok, Galápagos Islands, and Virgin America are first-time overall winners in Travel + Leisure ’s 2008... - July 17, 2008 - American Express Publishing

Food & Wine Magazine and American Express Partner to Offer Exclusive Restaurant Reservations for Cardmembers Through September 30

Partnership Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Food & Wine Best New Chefs. Need a last-minute dinner reservation? Traveling to a new city? Food & Wine, published by American Express Publishing Corporation, a subsidiary of American Express Company, is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the... - July 16, 2008 - American Express Publishing

The Popcorn Master Announces Launch of Brand New Website

The Popcorn Master launched it’s recently renovated and re-designed website this past month. This expansion is after a busy 12 month period of business development. - July 16, 2008 - The Popcorn Master

Cheetah Systems Partners with West Coast Tomato to Implement a Turnkey Case Labeling and Bar Code Identification System

In the business of agriculture, it really pays to know your customers. But, it also pays to know your fellow businesspeople – and the services they can provide. No one knows this better than John Darling, systems manager at West Coast Tomato in Palmetto. John describes his role in this family-owned business and a choice they made just over a year ago that forever changed the way West Coast Tomato operated. - July 16, 2008 - Cheetah Systems

Checkers Drive-In Restaurants Announces Additions to Senior Management Team

Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. announced the additions of Valerie McCartney as Director of Franchise Development, Western U.S., and Diane Phibbs as Director of Franchise Sales and Support. - July 16, 2008 - Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc.

Leader, Superior Anhausner Foods, Opens 2nd On-Line Food Show

Following the immediate success of their 2007 On-Line Show, Superior Anhausner Foods, an independent broad line food distributor in Los Angeles, CA, went “live” with their 2nd virtual show on July 7th. The On-Line Show opened Monday and will continue 24 hours a day through July 20th. - July 16, 2008 - Superior Anhausner Foods

Big Tattoo Wines Raises Money for Breast Cancer Year Round

During the month of October, it’s impossible to walk into a food market, department store or home store without noticing a pink display designed to draw attention to a brand or product donating proceeds to breast cancer research. One product line with the goal to raise money for breast cancer... - July 13, 2008 - Big Tattoo Wines

Specialty Coffee Roaster Expands Into Office Coffee Service

Indianapolis, Indiana based Copper Moon Coffee LLC, a branded and private label coffee roaster and packager of premium, gourmet and specialty coffees, announced it has acquired office coffee service company Coffee, Etc. - July 12, 2008 - Copper Moon Coffee LLC

Chocolate Malt 100% Whey Gold Standard™ Has Protein-Rich Ice Cream Parlor Taste

Chocolate Malt 100% Whey Gold Standard™ adds yet another delectable flavor to an impressive list – all providing the superior quality protein nutrition that serious athletes demand. - July 11, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition

Checkers®/Rally’s® Now Offers Multiple Building Options

Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. has introduced alternative building formats to attract franchisees to markets that once seemed impenetrable. Known for its archetypal dual drive-thru building, the Company has recently developed non-traditional prototypes for end-cap and in-line units, making the Checkers and Rally’s brands more accessible than ever before. - July 11, 2008 - Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc.

The Red Room Tapas Lounge Wins Best of the Triangle 2008

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that The Red Room Tapas Lounge has been named the best place to salsa dance by Independent Weekly’s 2008 Best of the Triangle awards. The Best of the Triangle winners are selected by readers’ polls. - July 11, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality

2008 Tri-City Art Battle

First Ever Tri-City Art Battle; Music, Food and Artist's; 20 Artist's will have 3 hours to set up and complete an original piece of work....then you get to vote on your favorite artist. - July 10, 2008 - Magic Bean Cafe

Dining With a Hint of Hemmingway at Granville, Ohio's Newest Restaurant

A new restaurant recently opened in Ohio differentiating itself by serving up fine food and wine in the spirit of Hemingway. The Short Story Brasserie, a restaurant in Granville, Ohio, is proud to provide central Ohio and its surrounding areas with the opportunity to explore cuisine in the same... - July 10, 2008 - The Short Story Brasserie

Bella’s Cookies Unveils "All-American" Cookie Independence Day Weekend

Bella’s Cookies of Milton released a new natural & organic oatmeal raisin cookie “All American, Oatmeal Raisin” over Independence Day weekend. The gourmet cookie can be found online and at select retailers throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. - July 10, 2008 - Bella's Cookies

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