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Santa Fe Holding Company, Inc. Begins Trading Under the New Symbol: SFHD
Santa Fe Holding Company, Inc. (Other OTC:SFHD.PK) is a restaurant holding company which currently owns and operates 17 Santa Fe Cattle Co. restaurants with 1 licensed store located in 7 states. Santa Fe Cattle Co. was founded in 1996 by Danny York and David Wachtel -- the same duo responsible for... - July 19, 2007 - Santa Fe Cattle Company
The Cereal Bowl™ Announces National Expansion
After two years of international media and thousands of franchise inquires, The Cereal Bowl™ is proud to announce the launch of its nationwide roll out with 16 stores now under development and several slated to open later this year. “We have spent the last year developing our concept... - July 18, 2007 - The Cereal Bowl
Paul Morrissey Named President and Chief Executive Officer of Cirelli Foods in Middleborough, MA
Additional executive level changes also include the appointment of Jay Cirelli as Senior Vice President Business Development, and Jane Brett as Vice President of Sales & Marketing. - July 15, 2007 - Cirelli Foods
Eastland Lanes Junior Scholarship Tourney on August 25, 2007
Eastland Lanes will host it's first of four Junior Scholarship Tournaments for the 2007 - 2008 Season. - July 14, 2007 - Collins Bowling Center
Eastland Lanes Hires New Manager
Collins Bowling Centers Hires a New Manager - July 14, 2007 - Collins Bowling Center
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics Names Traylor Group as Supplier Partner of the Year: 3PL and Leading Recycling Company Decrease Landfill Waste and Increase Efficiencies
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics) recently presented the Traylor Group its Supplier Partner of the Year Award. - July 12, 2007 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Snooth Partners with Beverage Media Group
Wine recommendation engine teams up with BMG allowing users to browse the inventory of over 40 liquor stores across the US - July 11, 2007 - Snooth
David Boatright Brings His Industry Expertise to McAlister’s Deli
The Right Stuff - July 08, 2007 - McAlister's Deli
Peacock Moon Cheesecakes Announces New Wholesale Account
Tom Best, owner of Peacock Moon Cheesecakes, has announced a new wholesale account, Coffee & Crepes. The cheesecake company will provide the restaurant with various flavored cheesecakes that will be regularly included on their menu. Coffee & Crepes freshly prepares crepes for breakfast,... - July 07, 2007 - Peacock Moon
Bella’s Cookies & Live Earth Get Groovy
Bella’s Cookies of Milton releases a tye-dye tagged, groov-a-delic creation; globally Live Earth grooves across 7 continents, but the message from both is to promote action. Bella’s Cookies advocates’ social responsibility through its organic & vegan baking, and Live Earth carries a worldwide message to take action against global warming. - July 06, 2007 - Bella's Cookies
West Coast Turns Up the Heat on Hot Wings
East Coast hot wings restaurants have always claimed the top ranks in the field. Many California residents have complained that there are no true hot wings on the West Coast. However, one Los Angeles resident was determined to change that perception and now he's taking his wings to compete in the home of hot wings. - July 04, 2007 - West Coast Hot Wings
E-Components & Chains Limited Announces Its Range of Stainless Steel Food Processing Items
Stainless Steel Hand Tools specifically designed and developed for the food and pharmaceutical manufacturing/processing industries. - July 02, 2007 - E-Components & Chains Limited
New Vodka Arrives from France Challenging All Others to Room Temperature Taste Tests
"I’m sure we’ll lose one of these tests eventually," says Paul Connors of Legacy Imports, Inc., the creator and US marketer of Peureux Perfect 1864 vodka. "We’re bound to run into someone who genuinely does not like their vodka to be so smooth." Connors and... - June 30, 2007 - Peureux Perfect 1864
Metal Detectable Engineering Plastic for the Food & Pharmaceutical Industries
E-Components & Chains Limited of Pocklington UK are pleased to announce the launch of their New Detectamet Metal Detectable Engineering Plastic "Detectathene" for wear strips, guide rails, bearings, bushes etc. - June 30, 2007 - E-Components & Chains Limited
Las Vegas' Fictional "Bar at Times Square" is Now a Reality
Dueling Piano Bars Make Their First Appearance in NYC in the Heart of the Theater District- Modeled After Successful Ventures in Major Cities Across America - June 30, 2007 - Sweet Caroline's Dueling Piano Bar
Gourmet Cookies New Diet Food
Dieting has found its answer. Many people with certain diseases will benefit as well. In a generation going more crazy over health than ever, E-Z Gourmet has announced its breakthrough technology creating healthier foods. Gluten-free, sugar free, low carb, wheat free, and lactose free cookies. ... - June 30, 2007 - E-Z Gourmet
Second Annual “XanGo Cup” to Feature Pioneer Holiday RSL Friendlies with Elite Clubs Everton and Boca Juniors
Events Include Official Opening of RSL’s New XanGo Campus Practice Field - June 29, 2007 - XanGo, LLC
Frieda's Exclusive Specialty Melons Are the Perfect Way to Enjoy a Fresh Slice of Summer
One sure sign that summer is coming is a produce department full of fresh melon. This year, you’ll find an array of Frieda’s unique specialty melons, including three exclusives, alongside the traditional choices. Frieda’s varieties combine sweet flavor, crunchy texture and vivid... - June 29, 2007 - Frieda's Specialty Produce Company
Retro Tuckshop Launches Brand New Range of Retro Sweet Gifts and Traditional Sweet Tin Gifts to Buy Online
Nostalgic candy gift bags, retro goodie sweet bags and traditional sweet tins are becoming more popular as party gifts, birthday presents and wedding gifts. Retro sweet tins are packed with all the old fashioned traditional sweets that were once available from a local corner sweet shop. - June 29, 2007 - Retro Tuckshop Sweets Direct
Crescent Ridge Dairy’s Organic Growth
Catering to home delivery clients throughout the greater Boston area, Crescent Ridge Dairy of Sharon, Mass., has recently announced they now offer home delivery of Organic food items. In an ongoing quest to give customers exactly what they want, Crescent Ridge Dairy has expanded their offerings... - June 28, 2007 - Crescent Ridge Dairy
Bodega Chocolates Independent Consultant, Tracy Grabowski, Announces Availability of Custom Gifts and Favors
Tracy Grabowski, Bodega Chocolates Independent Consultant, announces availability of custom gifts and favors perfect for all events, and gift-giving needs. Businesses and individuals are capable of ordering famous Bodega Chocolates with a personal statement, name, date, occasion or logo printed on... - June 28, 2007 - Tracy Grabowski, Independent Consultant for Bodega Chocolates
Shoppers on www.picturemywine.com Are Able to Create One-of-a-Kind-Personalized Picture and Message Wine Bottles for Friends, Family, and Business Associates
The best presents are also the most personal, capturing exactly what makes a relationship special. The secret: a personalized wine bottle label with your photo of friends, family, or even pets. The process is easy. And the result is truly remarkable turning an otherwise fine bottle of wine into a... - June 27, 2007 - picturemywine.com
BSKYB on Hand to See England Rugby Star Andy Hazel Support Merton Parents and Their Dining Room Experience Competition
BSKYB were among the journalists on hand on Thursday 21st June to see England rugby star Andy Hazel present a water cooler donated by WaterCoolersDirect.com to Aragon Primary School the winner of the Merton Parents Dining Room Experience Competition. - June 27, 2007 - Water Coolers Direct.com Ltd
Christopher Bean Donates $80,000 of Gourmet & Flavored Coffee
A miss timed order from Christopher Bean Gourmet coffee company to Safeway grocers has been turned into an opportunity to help our Military in Texas, Firefighters in Phoenix and the homeless in Denver. - June 26, 2007 - Christopher Bean Coffee Company
Tracy Grabowski New Independent Consultant for Bodega Chocolates
Tracy Grabowski named new consultant for Bodega Chocolates, a national direct sale company based in Costa Mesa, California. - June 24, 2007 - Tracy Grabowski, Independent Consultant for Bodega Chocolates
Online Retro Sweet Shop Says Demand for Retro Sweets is Booming Amongst Retro Revivalists Who Claim That Penny Sweets Bring Back Fond Memories of Childhood
Nostalgic, traditional sweets that bring back school days and childhood memories are making a comeback announces Retro Tuckshop Sweets Direct - a British company that sources the most sought after original sweets to sell online. - June 24, 2007 - Retro Tuckshop Sweets Direct
Checkers® and Rally’s® Restaurants Staying Up Late
Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc., the nation's largest double drive-thru restaurant chain, extends its hours to midnight or later at most participating Checkers and Rally's restaurants nationwide. - June 21, 2007 - Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc.
Pakistan Government Awards Fortitech Asia Pacific Contract for National Wheat Flour Fortification Program
The Pakistan Ministry of Health has awarded Fortitech Asia Pacific the contract to manufacture and supply the vitamin and mineral premix containing highly bioavailable iron (FeNaEDTA) for its National Wheat Flour Fortification Program. This decision is taken after a thorough and transparent... - June 21, 2007 - Fortitech, Inc.
Fortitech Inc's New Ontario, California Facility Nearing Completion
Fortitech, Inc., the world leader in custom nutrient premixes for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industry, is well into the renovation and construction of a new plant in Ontario, California. Scheduled to be fully completed later this summer, the new Ontario facility will be a 53,000 sq/ft,... - June 21, 2007 - Fortitech, Inc.
Fortitech South America Toasts to Wellness at FISA 2007 in Sao Paulo
This year during Food Ingredients South America (FISA), Fortitech South America will have three distinct fortified beverages each possessing its own distinct nutritional profile. - June 21, 2007 - Fortitech, Inc.
Expedition Tea Company Discovers That Men Like Tea, Too
In a world of tea sites geared for women, Expedition Tea Company finds a unique niche as the tea company for men. - June 20, 2007 - Expedition Tea Company
True Blue Coffee Roasters: Providing Soldiers with a Taste of Home
Gourmet Coffee Roaster Sends Shipment of Fresh-Roasted Coffee to Soldiers Serving in Afghanistan - June 18, 2007 - True Blue Coffee Roasters
RW Delights' Heavenly Souffles Celebrate The Tony Awards
RW Delights, Inc., maker of the best-selling “Heavenly Soufflés,” announced their participation in Sunday’s Tony Awards celebration. Each gift bag given out at the awards included a coupon good for one free Heavenly Souffle, redeemable at Grace’s Marketplace. The... - June 17, 2007 - RW Delights, Inc.
Jo To Go Coffee® Celebrates Dad on Father’s Day
Jo To Go Coffee will be giving away free coffee to dads on June 17, 2007 at all franchise locations. - June 14, 2007 - Taco Flamingo | Jo To Go Coffee
Baltimore’s Best Tea House Opens Second Location
Teavolve Comes to Harbor East in Summer 2007 - June 13, 2007 - teavolve
The Cereal Bowl Announces Its New Corporate Headquarters in Miami, Florida
The Cereal Bowl's New Corporate Headquarters in Miami, Florida will also home to Cereal Bowl University, the company’s new training center. - June 13, 2007 - The Cereal Bowl
First Annual Kleinburg Jazz Festival
The 1st Annual Kleinburg Jazz Festival came to a close with everyone agreeing that it was a huge success. The three-day festival was launched at The Doctor's House on Friday, June 8th, with a big kick-off party that featured music by Juno award-winner Hilario Duran and his 8-piece Havana Remembered Band. - June 13, 2007 - The Doctor's House Restaurant & Banquet Events
Jack Astor’s Bar And Grill To Host Bartender Competition
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill located at 2300 Walnut St. in Cary, has announced that the restaurant will host a bartender competition on Wednesday, June 20 at 7 p.m. Participants in the competition will showcase their skills, dance steps and new drink inventions... - June 12, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Figaro's Pizza Announces It Has Named Renowned Chef Dave Schy as Director of New Concepts and Product Development
Renowned Chef Dave Schy Heats Up Figaro’s Kitchen - June 11, 2007 - Figaro’s Pizza
Panera Bread Sponsors Two June Events
Panera is a Gold Level sponsor of Saturday’s Komen NC Triangle Race for the Cure and is a hole sponsor for the Executive Women’s Golf Tournament hosted by the Raleigh Chamber of Commerce. The Komen Foundation and Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Receive “Panera Warmth.” - June 10, 2007 - BreadWinners at the Triangle
Crussh Introduces the Supernatural - A Smoothie That's Out of This World
An amazing new smoothie - the Super Natural - has been launched by the UK's leading fresh juice bar. The drink is crammed full of exotic super fruits, renowned for their health properties. The Super Natural has to be one of the most healthy things available on the high street this summer. - June 09, 2007 - Crussh
Snooth Launches Public Beta Version of its Website
Snooth, the comprehensive website for researching, reviewing, and buying wine, is now available to all users. - June 08, 2007 - Snooth
Kitchen Kettle Village Adds More Jammin’ to Annual Berry Jam Festival
Kitchen Kettle Villages' 12th Annual Berry Jam Festival June 15 & 16, 2007 - June 07, 2007 - Kitchen Kettle Village
Blenz Coffee Master Barista, Layla Osberg Wins Millrock International Free Pour Latte Art Championship
Layala Osberg of Blenz Coffee pours her way to the top at the Millrock International Free Pour Latte Art Championship - June 07, 2007 - Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd.
Alimentari Gears Up with an Expanded Summer Menu
Alimentari puts the breeze in summer living with an expanded menu and extensive catering options. - June 07, 2007 - Ferlo's Alimentari
Penn Station Franchise Recruiting with Several New Twists
Penn Station puts a new twist on franchise recruiting efforts with an emphasis on Nashville, TN. "As most franchisers, we have utilized print advertising forever but have added a unique communication supplement: Radio advertising on the leading news-talk station WLAC in Nashville,"... - June 06, 2007 - Penn Station East Coast Subs
Penn Station East Coast Subs Expands Nashville
Penn Station East Coast Subs has announced a new restaurant development initiative for the greater Nashville area. - June 06, 2007 - Penn Station East Coast Subs
Paradise Roasters Achieves Highest Coffee Rating Ever Obtained - 97
An outstanding boutique roaster of gourmet coffee, Paradise Roasters receives the highest rating ever from respected industry Author Kenneth Davids’ CoffeeReview.com website. - June 06, 2007 - Paradise Roasters
Ashland Miller in Concert - Ottawa IL
Ashland Miller will be back in Illinois for the first time with her own band on Saturday, June 9th at Old Town Commons. - June 05, 2007 - Old Town Commons
Chukar Cherries Launches New Website for Retailers
Chukar Cherries, Washington State’s year ‘round boutique manufacturer of naturally dried cherries, confections, and savory sauces announces the launch of their new wholesale website; www.chukar.com/wholesale. The new site will include upcoming promotions, merchandising and selling tips, customer testimonials, culinary quick tips and recipes and general industry news. - June 04, 2007 - Chukar Cherry Company