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Celebrate Black History Month at the Independence Visitor Center
Hosting and supporting an array of events, the Independence Visitor Center will be providing information on various opportunities to celebrate Black History Month all throughout the month of February. - February 09, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Verdi Good Launches from Bella’s Cookies
Verdi Good is a natural & organic candy company from the creators of Bella’s Cookies. Fudge, Truffles, Caramels, English Toffee & Peanut Brittle are among the first products offered. - February 09, 2008 - Bella's Cookies
Jack Astor’s Bar & Grill Sponsors International Affairs Council Event
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar & Grill (www.jackastors.com) located at 2300 Walnut Street in Cary, has announced that the restaurant will be donating refreshments for the International Affairs Council’s WorldQuest Competition. The WorldQuest Competition for... - February 08, 2008 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
The Wine Barn - Grand Opening - www.wine-barn.com - Orlando, Florida Store Opening in Spring 2008
This is a unique type of wine store – evoking a warehouse feel – with uncomplicated décor and wall to wall cellar-rated insulation, featuring many small, Artisan wineries and an ever-changing inventory, wine storage and receiving services, including a dedicated tasting area. There are no wine racks, only case stackers and wooden boxes overflowing with great wine values and discoveries clients will want to know about. This is a place where wine enthusiasts can feel like a kid in a candy store. - February 08, 2008 - The Wine Barn
ISOfemme High Protein Smoothie Exclusively for Women
ISOfemme, a revolutionary protein smoothie created just for women, is changing the way females nourish their figure. It’s a great-tasting high protein smoothie that’s extraordinarily low in carbs and sugar and contains zero estrogenic proteins. - February 08, 2008 - Allmax Nutrition
NCSRT Presents SmartFlow™ TFF Performance Advantages Over Centrifugation and Microfiltration for Monoclonal Antibody Recovery, Concentration and Diafiltration
NCSRT is presenting “A comparison of product yield using either centrifugation and microfiltration or simultaneous membrane processing with SmartFlow™ TFF” at the Waterside Conference in Miami, FL. The data, generated by Viventia Biotech of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, demonstrates... - February 08, 2008 - NCSRT, Inc.
Rocky Top Hospitality Announces Steakhouse Cooking Class
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that the restaurant will host a steakhouse classics cooking class at Red Room Tapas Lounge, located at 510 S. Glenwood Ave from noon – 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23. The class, which will be led by 1705Prime’s executive chef, Todd... - February 07, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Tradex International, Inc. Named 2008 NEO Success Award Winner
Tradex International, Inc., one of the largest suppliers of disposable gloves worldwide, has been named a 2008 NEO Success Award Winner as one of the fastest growing companies in Northeast Ohio. - February 07, 2008 - Tradex International, Inc.
AmericanBodyBuilding.com Has a Brand New Look with Expanded Functions & Resources
Whether you're a bodybuilder, power lifter or strength athlete, americanbodybuilding.com is your all-in-one online resource for getting bigger and better. - February 07, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition
Joaniesgoodies Links with Health Organizations to Help Women
Joaniesgoodies, a new social enterprise company, is launching a unique website dedicated to helping victims of domestic violence and to promote good health. Joanie, a resident of Schroon Lake NY, operates a quaint café, bakery, and antique and gift shop. In 2003, her husband of 31 years went to prison, sentenced to 17-1/2 to 35 years for allegedly stealing $64,000 from a former business partner. All alone and miserable she decided she would use her time to try to do something good. - February 06, 2008 - Joaniesgoodies
A Sweet Cake for Your Sweetheart - J.P. Licks Announces Valentine Ice Cream Cakes
J.P. Licks, the homemade ice cream and coffee café with seven scoop shops in and around the Boston area, offers ice cream cakes for all occasions. - February 06, 2008 - JP Licks
McAlister's Deli Moving Full Speed Ahead
McAlister’s Deli Has Banner Year in 2007, Rides Momentum into 2008. - February 06, 2008 - McAlister's Deli
Capital City Grocery Hosts Valentine’s Day Cooking Class
Sue Weems, vice president of Capital City Grocery (www.capitalcitygrocery.com), has announced that the store will host a Valentine’s Day cooking class on Thursday, Feb. 7 from 6-8 p.m., led by personal chef Pamela Clark of Thyme Savor, who will teach creative ideas for cooking products... - February 05, 2008 - Capital City Grocery
1705Prime Chophouse and Events Announces Live Jazz Night
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, (www.rockytophospitality.com) has announced that 1705Prime Chophouse and Events will feature live jazz music every Friday night from 7-10 p.m. Local favorites 3rd Degree will perform. 1705Prime, a steakhouse and catering facility located at 1705 E. - February 04, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Figaro’s Pizza Opens in Abu Dhabi
Sense Gourmet partners with Figaro's to open in Middle East - February 04, 2008 - Figaro’s Pizza
Author Releases New Cooking and Entertaining Guide Book
The Ultimate Kitchen Consultant - February 04, 2008 - The Ultimate Kitchen Consultant
Ciao Bella Says "Konichiwa" to Japan
Ciao Bella Gelato, the most highly awarded frozen specialty dessert company, has been adored by America’s most discerning palates for 25 years. The hand-crafted, all natural flavors that garnered more than fourteen NASFT awards will now be tantalizing the taste buds of the Japanese... - February 03, 2008 - Ciao Bella Gelato
Panera Bread Sponsors Third Annual Hoops for Hope Event
Panera Bread is once again a sponsor of the Hoops for Hope charity to benefit breast cancer research. The event is hosted by Kay Yow, North Carolina State women’s basketball head coach, and will be held February 10 at Reynolds Coliseum in Raleigh, N.C. - February 03, 2008 - BreadWinners at the Triangle
Miracle Muffins® Brings Low Glycemic, Diabetic Safe Muffins to the San Francisco Diabetes Expo 2008
Miracle Muffins®, creator of innovative low glycemic, high fiber tasty muffins is a sponsor at the American Diabetes Association - San Francisco Diabetes Expo 2008. The muffins are designed based on studies that have shown that increasing soluble and insoluble fiber can help manage many of today’s diseases including diabetes and high cholesterol. - February 01, 2008 - Miracle Muffins
Olinda Ridge Olive Oils Wins 2 Gold Medals at the 2008 Las Vegas International Restaurant Show
Olinda Ridge™ Olive Company, provider of handcrafted extra virgin olive oils from Northern California, was awarded gold medals for both its Olinda Ridge™ Estate Organic and Olinda Ridge™ Late Harvest Gold extra virgin olive oils at the 2008 Las Vegas Restaurant Show competition,... - February 01, 2008 - Olinda Ridge Olive Company
Lobster Trap Chef Takes First Place at Charleston Oyster Festival
A barefoot chef from Asheville, North Carolina won the Oyster Shucking Competition in Charleston, South Carolina. Tres Hundertmark, owner of The Lobster Trap, shucked an average of one raw oyster every 2.6 seconds. - February 01, 2008 - The Lobster Trap
J.P. Licks at Night - Ice Cream Master Now Offers Ice Cream Delivery Through Night Owl
Although seven stores in and around the Boston area provide ample opportunity for a decadent ice cream break, J.P. Licks has recently teamed up with Night Owl to deliver ice cream to their customers. - February 01, 2008 - JP Licks
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Voted Best Outdoor Dining
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill (www.jackastors.com) located at 2300 Walnut Street in Cary, has announced that the restaurant has been voted the Best Outdoor Dining in western Wake County by Cary Magazine’s Third Annual Maggy Awards poll. This marks the second... - January 31, 2008 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Zo’s and Magic’s 8 Ball Challenge Hot Sauce
Sauce2u.com is proud to sponsor this year’s 8 Ball Challenge to benefit The Alonzo Mourning Charities and The Magic Johnson Foundation. This year’s event on February 14, 2008 will be held in New Orleans’ historic district at The Sugar Mill across the street from the Ernest N. - January 31, 2008 - Sauce2u.Com
Canine Wines Announces Inaugural Donations to Animal Rescue Partners Over $1,300 in Direct Funds and $7,500 of Product Donated in Initial Year of Operations
Canine Wines, a boutique winery producing premium California wines and sharing the proceeds with animal rescue organizations, announced today that they have donated over $1,300 in direct funds and $7,500 in wine since the launch of the brand on October 1st of this year. $5 per bottle of wine sold... - January 30, 2008 - Canine Wines
Rocky Top Hospitality Partners with American Cancer Society’s Swing Fore a Cure
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, (www.rockytophospitality.com) has announced that 1705Prime Chophouse and Events has partnered with the American Cancer Society’s Triangle Swing Fore a Cure as a platinum sponsor of the event. The Triangle Swing Fore a Cure is an annual golf... - January 30, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Miss Ukraine to Host Chert Poberi Café First Special Night
Miss Ukraine 2007, Lika Roman will be the guest of honor for the opening night of Chert Poberi Special Event Nights(Ch.P.Nights), www.ChertPoberi.com with the support of Beauty in You non-for-profit organization. The opening promises to be a momentous occasion for the Russian speaking community in... - January 29, 2008 - Chert Poberi
Greening of Food Packaging
IgnaFire Chocolates introduces completely biodegradable and dissolvable packaging, and a conscientious business model. - January 29, 2008 - Ignabar, LLC
Capital City Grocery Offers Free Wi-Fi Services
Ed Weems, president of Capital City Grocery (www.capitalcitygrocery.com), has announced that the store is now offering customers free Wi-Fi services throughout its downtown Raleigh location, including the indoor and outdoor seating areas. The new Wi-Fi services provide customers with high-speed... - January 28, 2008 - Capital City Grocery
Le Parigo Restaurant Earns Top Recognition from National Magazine
Le Parigo proudly announces their nomination as one of the “Best Meals in the South” by Southern Living’s Best of Edition. The travel editors of Southern Living visited more than 1,000 restaurants in 2007, and they deemed Le Parigo as one of the best. They based this accreditation... - January 27, 2008 - Le Parigo
My Private Chef Will Continue Series of Healthy Cooking Demonstrations at Gilda's Club, Chicago
The meals are designed to inspire people living with cancer to eat well, serve beautiful food and stay healthy. Chef Tong's cooking demonstration will take place on Tuesday, February 26 at 6pm. Gilda's Club, 537 N. Wells Street, Chicago. Free to anyone touched with cancer. For reservations call 312.464.9900. - January 27, 2008 - My Private Chef, Inc.
GLYCOMAIZE™ Refuels Muscles by Replenishing & Topping Off Glycogen
Waxy Maize Starches and Trehalose provide immediate and intermediate energy while Carbogen® enzymes promote rapid utilization by the body. - January 26, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition
MeetingExpresso.com Taking Business Soirees to the Coffee Shop – New Business Opportunity Redefining the Coffee House Experience
Ambitious entrepreneurs who would like to get in on a groundbreaking business opportunity have a new concept to explore. The patent-pending MeetingExpresso.com is adding an extra jolt of caffeine to the traditional coffee house environment with amenities that cater to unique needs of remote business workers. - January 26, 2008 - Meeting ExpressO
Super Bowl Sunday Biggest Pizza Day of the Year
Local pizza places gear up for "Black Sunday" - the busiest day of the year, Super Bowl Sunday. - January 25, 2008 - Eureka Pizza
Cabin Fever: "Join the Continental Army," at Independence Visitor Center January 25, 2008; 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
On January 25, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. the Independence Visitor Center, located at 6th and Market Streets, will host “Cabin Fever: Valley Forge Encampment.” The Independence Visitor Center Corporation (IVCC) is working in conjunction with Valley Forge National Historical Park and the Valley Forge Convention and Visitors Bureau to present this free and exciting educational program. - January 25, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Tickets Now on Sale for Super Bowl Event at Hi5
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that tickets for Hi5 Sports Restaurant’s Super Bowl party are now available for purchase. The restaurant, located at 510 Glenwood Ave. in downtown Raleigh, will host the private party event on Sunday, Feb. - January 25, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Try 100% Whey Gold Standard™ in Vanilla Chai
If you think spiced black tea with honey and milk sounds terrific, imagine being able to enjoy this great taste in a nutrient-rich shake packed with 24 grams of high-quality protein. You can with Optimum Nutrition's 100% Whey Gold Standard™ In Vanilla Chai. - January 25, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition
Subway® Restaurants Finds Football Fans Want Healthier Options While Watching the Big Game
Omnibus survey of more than 1,000 Americans’ snacking habits - January 24, 2008 - Subway
Bumblefish Sushi & More Hires California Beach Sushi Veteran to Lead Food Operations and East Coast Expansion
Bumblefish, Inc., a rapidly expanding fast casual concept specializing in high-quality, fresh sushi, today announces the hiring of James Dickey, former Managing Director and President of Honolulu-based California Beach Rock ‘N Sushi Restaurant Group. Mr. Dickey joins the company as Vice... - January 24, 2008 - Bumblefish, Inc
A Valentine’s Day Aphrodisiac Prix-Fixe Dinner at Crema Restaurante
Crema Restaurante will host a $65 prix-fixe dinner incorporating aphrodisiacs in its dishes and a complimentary champagne toast. The night will also feature an all red cocktail menu with ingredients such as hibiscus, pomegranate, and raspberries. - January 24, 2008 - Crema Restaurante
Global Vision Takes Automated Proofreading Solutions to PharmaPack, Paris
Global Vision, the leader in automated proofreading solutions for the pharmaceutical industry, will be demonstrating its content verification capabilities at PharmPack, Paris, February 6-7, 2008. Located at booth F04, Global Vision will be giving live demonstrations on how their solutions can... - January 22, 2008 - Global Vision
1705Prime Chophouse and Events to Host Wine Dinner
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that 1705Prime Chophouse and Events will host a Woodford Reserve dinner on Tuesday, Feb. 5 at 7 p.m. The dinner, sponsored by Woodford Reserve Spirits, will include a five course menu featuring items such as Woodford Reserve house cured... - January 21, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Jaya Teas Welcomes President Bush’s Stimulus Package
Web based retailer of teas & tea accessories announces a “stimulus” package - 20% off on all merchandise. - January 21, 2008 - Jaya Teas, LLC
Rose City Chocolatier Announces New Personalized Product Line for Corporate Gatherings, Weddings and Other Events
Committed to bringing the finest Belgian chocolate experience to consumers worldwide, Rose City Chocolatier has announced personalized packaging of their delectable line of chocolates. The new packaging was recently introduced especially for corporate gift giving, according to the corporate... - January 20, 2008 - Rose City Chocolatier
Jack Astor’s Bar & Grill Voted Best Kid Friendly
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar & Grill (www.jackastors.com) located at 2300 Walnut Street in Cary, has announced that the restaurant has been voted the “Best Kid-Friendly” eatery in the western Wake County by Cary Magazine readers in the publications Third... - January 18, 2008 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
J.P. Licks Welcomes College Students Back with Free Ice Cream
On Sunday, January 27th, J.P. Licks is offering a free small cone or cup of ice cream to welcome back college students from holiday break. Students must show their college ID in order to satisfy their sweet tooth with a free ice cream. - January 18, 2008 - JP Licks
Food Systems Unlimited Announces Expansion in Atlanta Market; Florida-Based Company Added Two More Locations at the Atlanta International Airport
Food Systems Unlimited, Inc. (FSUI) a leading restaurant management company based in Longwood, Florida announced today that it has opened two new franchise locations of its innovative Asian-themed restaurant, Asian Chao, in the Atlanta International Airport. This marks their fourth location in the... - January 17, 2008 - Food Systems Unlimited, Inc.
Hilti North America Chooses Ozburn-Hessey Logistics as 3PL Partner in Re-Supply Center Network
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics) has opened a new facility at its Riverside, California distribution campus with anchor tenant Hilti North America. - January 17, 2008 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Capital City Grocery Announces January Menu
Sue Weems, vice president of Capital City Grocery (www.capitalcitygrocery.com), has announced the store’s January menu. The hot bar menu features homemade soup, freshly baked bread, vegetarian dishes made with locally grown organic produce, as well as fresh beef, chicken and fish dishes. - January 16, 2008 - Capital City Grocery
1705Prime Launches Expanded Menu
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that 1705Prime Chophouse and Events, a steakhouse and catering facility located at 1705 E. Millbrook Road, has launched an expanded menu. The improved menu will feature angus beef as well as prime beef with a vast variety of cuts which will... - January 16, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality