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Clove Cigarettes: The Famous Sigaret Kretek from Indonesia
The meaning of Clove cigarettes is 'Kretek cigarettes' processed by famous Madura Tobacco from East Java and mixed of Indonesian nature clove or spices then produce sensational exotic fragrance typical of Indonesia tropical island. Clove cigarettes sound more and more familiar for everyone then... - May 16, 2007 - Sale Cheap Cigarettes
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics Names Leaders for Finance: New CFO and SVP, Finance Will Help Lead Global Supply Chain Management Company
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics) named Bert Irigoyen as Executive Vice President and CFO and Ed Triplett as Senior Vice President, Finance. Former Executive Vice President and CFO, Gary Kimball, announced his retirement earlier this year. Irigoyen brings over 20 years of experience in senior... - May 16, 2007 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Panera Bread Offers Picnic Solution to Reduce Family Stress for Summer Outings
Joe and Diane Bastian, co-owners of BreadWinners at the Triangle, a franchisee owner of Panera Bread, announce a new approach for the “on-the-go” family. With summer fast approaching, Via Panera “picnic” boxes offer families an alternative to time consuming meal preparation... - May 15, 2007 - BreadWinners at the Triangle
Snooth Partners with Inertia Beverage Group
Wine recommendation engine teams up with Inertia to provide users with direct link to wineries - May 13, 2007 - Snooth
Jo To Go Coffee® Unveils Licensing Package for Multi-Unit Franchisees
Jo To Go Coffee® now offers a licensing package geared to existing, complimentary businesses. The specialty coffee drive-thru unveiled the new program at the Multi-Unit Franchising and Development Conference and Expo in Colorado Springs this April. - May 12, 2007 - Taco Flamingo | Jo To Go Coffee
Infinitea Kombucha Releases New Brand of Kombucha Tea
Infinitea Kombucha is releasing a new brand of Kombucha tea that is sold throughout the Front Range of Colorado. - May 10, 2007 - Infinitea Kombucha
Supermac Creative Mac & Cheese
Swooping into the garment district like a comfort-food superhero, this hiply outfitted, brightly colored storefront serves up mac-and-cheese mixes from the homey (four cheese, with cheddar, asiago, mozzarella and Parmigiano-Reggiano) to the highbrow (lobster Thermidor, with lobster chunks, brie and mascarpone). There's even a low-fat variety among the dozen choices. All are served with or without breadcrumbs in two sizes, the mini mac and the mega mac. Mac-and-cheese nuggets and crispy linguine continue the noodle-y theme. - May 10, 2007 - Supermac
Mona-Vie Now Available in Indianapolis
MonaVie, the nutritional fruit juice sweeping the country by storm is now available in Indianapolis. - May 10, 2007 - Healthy-Juice.biz
Jack Astor’s Bar And Grill Announces Podcast
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill, located at 2300 Walnut St., has announced the release of a podcast providing tips on hosting an event and providing an excellent experience for all guests. In the podcast, Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill, discusses the importance of... - May 09, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Bubbalou's BBQ Goes to the 'Head Of The Class' in Catering
It's graduation time and people are looking for ways to beat the stress associated with preparing food for graduation parties. Bubbalou's BBQ offers catering and party packs consisting of delectable barbeque meats and savory side items to enhance the festivities at any graduation celebration. - May 09, 2007 - Bubbalou's BBQ Restaurant
Take Me Out to the Ballgame - Penn Station East Coast Subs Opens in Cincinnati Red's Ballpark
Penn Station East Coast Subs inked a deal with the Cincinnati Reds hours before the first pitch was thrown Friday night at the Great American Ball Park. The latest in local restaurants and restaurant chains to operate within the stadium. - May 09, 2007 - Penn Station East Coast Subs
The Metropolitan Brownie Company Launches Newest Brownie Type – Mexican Chocolate Brownies
The Metropolitan Brownie Company added Mexican Chocolate Brownies to their product line. These gourmet chocolate brownies are flavored with cinnamon, crushed and slivered almonds, and Mexican Vanilla. "We feel this is a great way to keep our product on people's minds during the summer... - May 09, 2007 - The Metropolitan Brownie Company
115 Midtowne Honored by Carolina Parent Magazine
Tim Fletcher, general manager of 115 Midtowne, a sophisticated North Hills restaurant, has announced that the dining establishment has been named by Carolina Parent magazine as the Best Place to Eat Out Without the Kids. Readers submitted nominations to the Raleigh-based magazine in its Family... - May 08, 2007 - 115 Midtowne
Moms Garner Coffee Honors from Jo To Go Coffee® on Mother’s Day
Jo To Go Coffee is celebrating Mother's Day by offering a complimentary specialty coffee drink to all Moms who drive thru any Jo To Go Coffee location on Sunday, May 13, 2007. - May 07, 2007 - Taco Flamingo | Jo To Go Coffee
Fortitech Mexico Announces Strategic Business Relocation
Fortitech Mexico is proud to announce the relocation of its current office in Coyoacán to a larger distribution office in Mexico City effective immediately. The new location is now in closer proximity to the city’s business district and airport for enhanced commerce capabilities. This... - May 05, 2007 - Fortitech, Inc.
Byrd Cookie Company Savory Cocktail Snack Mix Shakes Up Springtime
Sophisticated Snack-filled Cocktail Shakers Available in Three Versatile Sizes - May 04, 2007 - Byrd Cookie Company
Sealpac USA Locates in Virginia
Sealpac USA announces its company headquarters will be located in Richmond, Virginia. Sealpac USA is the exclusive US distributor for SEALPAC MAP (Modified Atmosphere Packaging) equipment for the fresh meat and food businesses. - May 03, 2007 - Sealpac USA
Pittsburgh-Based Equita Now Offers Its Essentials for Ethical Living Online
Pittsburgh-based Equita now offers their comprehensive line of Fair Trade, organic and green products online. - May 03, 2007 - Equita
Phillips’ Chocolate Sales to Benefit Rosie’s Place for Poor and Homeless Women
Phillips Candy House, Boston’s oldest chocolatier, is supporting Rosie’s Place, a sanctuary for poor and homeless women. For every handmade signature chocolate covered cherry sold during the month of May, Phillip’s Candy House will donate a portion of the proceeds to helping women... - May 03, 2007 - Phillips Candy House
Wiseman House Chocolates - Garden Collection
This Spring, Wiseman House Chocolates introduced its new Garden Collection. This dark chocolate assortment includes 5 new truffles, and like Spring, will soon dissapear into Summer. - May 03, 2007 - Wiseman House Chocolates
American Nutrition, Inc. Canine Caviar Recall Update
American Nutrition, Inc. has issued the following update to its April 26, 2007 voluntary recall announcement. “Canine Caviar reports that they will have collected all of an estimated 1,500 unconsumed cans by the time this release is issued. We are thrilled with the speed and efficiency with... - May 02, 2007 - American Nutrition, Inc.
7th Annual Xterra ACE Big Canyon Triathlon Set for Sunday, June 3, 2007
The 7th Annual XTERRA ACE Big Canyon Triathlon is slated for June 3, 2007. A 1.5 mile down-stream swim in the New River combined with a 7 mile trail run and 10 mile mountain bike segment make this one of the most popular events in the XTERRA race series. New for 2007....a relay division for three person teams. - May 02, 2007 - ACE Adventure Resort
New “Coastal” Brew Introduced by Birmingham Company
A new beer brand has been launched by a group of Birmingham investors. The new brew is called Emerald Coast Pilsner and is owned by Birmingham-based Emerald Coast Beer Company, a Birmingham investment group spearheaded by Linearstone Holding Corporation. The beer will be available at first only... - May 02, 2007 - Linearstone Holding Corporation
Maple River Winery's 2007 North Dakota Artist Series
North Dakota's Maple River Winery announces its 2007 North Dakota Artist Series showcasing talent from all over North Dakota. Each exhibit runs for 2 months with a free wine and cheese reception honoring each artist on the first Friday of each exhibit. - May 02, 2007 - Maple River Winery
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Opens Newly Landscaped Patio
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill located at 2300 Walnut St. in Cary, has announced that the restaurant has opened its newly landscaped patio. The restaurant’s full service patio provides an exceptional outdoor dining experience with a unique and entertaining... - May 01, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Bulkcandystore.com Continues Individual Flavor Tootsie Pop Program
Bulkcandystore.com, a leading on and off line candy retailer announced today that it has expanded its individual Tootsie Pop Flavors program to offer more choices for consumers. The company now offers 6 different individual Tootsie Pop flavors for sale on its website at www.bulkcandystore.com. - May 01, 2007 - Bulkcandystore.com
American Nutrition, Inc. Responds to Criticism
"To set the record straight, American Nutrition did not engage in any deliberate or intentionally wrongful conduct relative to the inclusion of rice protein in certain products it manufactures", according to Naomi Keller, a company spokeswoman. - April 30, 2007 - American Nutrition, Inc.
Scott James Joins Slow Food International
Scott James, executive chef of 115 Midtowne, a sophisticated restaurant featuring contemporary metropolitan food, has announced that he has joined Slow Food International, a non profit organization that protects the heritage of food, tradition and culture. Slow Food International counteracts fast... - April 30, 2007 - 115 Midtowne
Fat Cat Happy Dog Markets Vegetarian Dog Food Supplement, Eat Your Veggies™, to Pet Product Retailers
Fat Cat Happy Dog which manufactures and sells an all natural vegetarian dog food supplement called Eat Your Veggies™ is now offering this product wholesale to pet product retailers. Eat Your Veggies™ is made from 100% human grade dehydrated vegetables and digestive herbs and is free... - April 29, 2007 - Fat Cat Happy Dog
Snooth Announces Partnerships
Wine recommendation engine signs up five merchant partners. - April 28, 2007 - Snooth
American Nutrition Announces Voluntary Pet Food Recall
The Denver office of the FDA informed American Nutrition, Inc. today that certain samples of rice protein shipped to its production facility have been contaminated with melamine, an industrial chemical used to make plastics and fertilizers that may be harmful to animals if consumed. The rice... - April 27, 2007 - American Nutrition, Inc.
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Announces Podcast Addressing Customer Service
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill, located at 2300 Walnut St., has announced the release of a podcast addressing the importance of providing excellent customer service and creating an environment where customers are happy. In the podcast, Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and... - April 27, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Independent Caterer Feeds Independent News
Independent staff catering company, Charlton House, has gained a catering contract with the leading international newspaper and communications group, Independent News & Media PLC. Under a five-year contract worth £600K in annual turnover, Charlton House now manages catering services at... - April 27, 2007 - Charlton House Catering Services
Blenz is Growing Again
Blenz, The Canadian Coffee Company introduces three new additions to the head office team. - April 25, 2007 - Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd.
GDFII/L&P (China) Will Defend Non-infringement Position of Tate & Lyle Sucralose Patents
In response to the recent complaint by Tate & Lyle Sucralose, Inc. to the ITC of patent infringement, GDFII/L&P affirms that it will vigorously defend its non-infringement position. - April 24, 2007 - Guangdong Food Industry Institute and L&P Food Ingredient Co. Ltd.
Earth Day Kicks Off ‘Raise Your Awareness’ Campaign
Smart Energy Enterprises is kick starting their ‘Raise Your Awareness’ campaign on Earth Day. In addition to events they are also sponsoring an online community forum for people to reconvene. The forum covers topic from Nuclear Power, 401(k)s, to same sex marriage. The difference? Unlike most forums, there is no agenda, no pressure to conform to a particular side; instead it is an inspiring attempt to create common ground. - April 22, 2007 - Smart Energy Enterprises Inc.
West Virginia's ACE Adventure Center Announces 2007 Competitive Events
Three adventure races are slated to occur at ACE Adventure Center located in Oak Hill, West Virginia. The 7th annual XTERRA ACE Big Canyon Off-Road Triathlon will take place on Sunday, June 3rd. The popular New River Bike Fest, a West Virginia Mountain Bike Association point series event, will take place on Sunday, August 26th. The Mountain State Trail Run Series point event, the 6th Annual New River Gorge-ous Trail Run and Walk will take place on Saturday, October 27th. - April 22, 2007 - ACE Adventure Resort
A Nuclear Waste “Site” Found in San Francisco’s Haight Ashbury District
A new Nuclear Waste “Site” has opened at Frank's Haight and Cole liquors the historic Haight Ashbury district in San Francisco. The liquor store is one of a dozen or so outlets in San Francisco to carry Nuclear Waste Antidote™, a new kind of “smart” energy drink that exploded onto the market in January 2007 as part of Smart Energy Enterprises's provocative Raise Your Nuclear Awareness campaign. - April 21, 2007 - Smart Energy Enterprises Inc.
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Unveils New Menu
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill located at 2300 Walnut St. in Cary, has announced that the restaurant has introduced a new menu that features 14 new entrees providing guests with an enhanced dining experience. The updated menu includes Goat Cheese Salad, a warm... - April 20, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Jo To Go Coffee® Exhibits at the International Franchise Expo
Jo To Go Coffee exhibited at the 16th annual International Franchise Expo. Representatives from the specialty coffee drive-thru networked with potential franchisees and are now in the process of setting up Jo To Go Coffee Discovery Days. - April 20, 2007 - Taco Flamingo | Jo To Go Coffee
115 Midtowne Voted One of the Best New Restaurants in the Triangle
115 Midtowne has been named one of the Best New Restaurants in the Triangle by the residents of Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Holly Springs and Fuquay-Varina in Cary Magazine’s Maggy Awards poll. This poll recognizes the most popular and exceptional local businesses as voted by the residents of... - April 19, 2007 - 115 Midtowne
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics Hires Alberto (Al) Benki: Industry Veteran to Oversee Latin American Operations for 3PL
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics) recently added Al Benki as Senior Vice President, International Services. In this newly created role, Benki will focus on the company's Latin American trade and will work in conjunction with OH Logistics' Barthco International division. Prior to joining OH... - April 19, 2007 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
When Sales Go Up Franchisees Open More Restaurants
Penn Station East Coast Subs announces 34 consecutive months of average restaurant sales increases. - April 19, 2007 - Penn Station East Coast Subs
Safe, Healthy and Trusted... Bow Wow Breakfast for Dogs™ $1 Million Dollar Nationwide Pooches and Parents Look-A-Like Contest Announcement
Bow Wow Breakfast for Dogs™ $1 Million Dollar Nationwide Pooches and Parents Look-A-Like Contest Pre-Registration is Now Official. - April 19, 2007 - All American Pet Company Inc.
Casual Beach Restaurant Habiba Village Awarded with the Silver Crystal
Habiba Village is ideally located in Nuweiba in South Sinai directly on the beach. It offers excellent seafood in a most authentic Sinai atmosphere. - April 18, 2007 - Habiba Village
Enjoy Scoozi!'s Outdoor Patio Dining Beginning May 1, 2007
Fresh Air and Fresh Ingredients - April 16, 2007 - Scoozi
Yuri’s Night “Gets Smart”
Smart Energy Enterprises, the world innovator of “smart” energy drinks, will be introducing their biochemical breakthrough product SmartPower™ Energy Drinks to San Francisco's Yuri's Night revelers. - April 14, 2007 - Smart Energy Enterprises Inc.
Blenz Coffee Proudly Introduces Mr. Ron Downie as Director of Operations
Blenz The Canadian Coffee Co. Ltd. announced that Ron Downie will be taking the helm as Director of Operations, effective immediately. Mr. Downie Brings a wealth of experience including a decade working with some of the highest profile names in the food and beverage industry including Planet... - April 14, 2007 - Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd.
MKD International Chooses Ozburn-Hessey Logistics as Supply Chain Partner: 3PL to Provide Services in Tennessee and Indiana
MKD International and Ozburn-Hessey Logistics, both headquartered in middle-Tennessee, announced a partnership in which OH Logistics provides contract logistics services in Nashville, TN and Plainfield, IN for the paper merchant. MKD International offers a broad range of paper products including... - April 14, 2007 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Winning Recipe - Sociale Make & Take Gourmet Stands Apart in Boom Industry
There’s no denying the kitchen is getting crowded. The meal preparation industry, just a whisper only five years ago, suddenly seems as popular as American Idol. Well, that might be stretching things, but the industry’s stratospheric growth can’t be ignored. In 2002 there were... - April 14, 2007 - Sociale Make & Take Gourmet