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Canadian Start-Up Connects Local Food Buyers and Producers Across the Nation This March with Revolutionary New Technology
ei•ei•eat connects buyers and sellers in the local food ecosystem from coast to coast so it's easy to find and verify local food wherever you go. ei•ei•eat will debut its Web app at Georgian College's Food Entrepreneurship Conference in Barrie on March 4th. The mobile application will be available in May 2016 as a free download. Any businesses involved in local food is invited to register for free at http://eieieat.com. - March 04, 2016 - ei ei eat
Be Italian for a Week: Adventure Tour Takes Guests to the Heart of Italy
Adventurers and olive oil lovers from around the world travel the beautiful countryside of Italy to experience olive oil, wine, cooking, festivals and fun. - March 04, 2016 - The Passionate Olive
New Kid’s Menus at Prairie Grass Cafe in Northbrook
Prairie Grass Cafe will have new healthy options for kids as part of the Healthy Fare for Kids initiative. - March 03, 2016 - Prairie Grass Cafe
Lumberton Confectionery Launches Signature Red Velvet Cupcakes
Cupcakes Meet Candies - March 03, 2016 - Sweet Candy Café
Cape Harbour Revs Up for the 10th Water & Wheels Festival
Fathoms and The French Press again step up to present the popular event. - March 02, 2016 - Hoffman Group LLC
Mims Distributing Company Sponsors 36th Annual Dixie Deer Classic
North Carolina Beer and Wine Distributor Supports Nation’s Premier Trophy Whitetail Deer Show - March 02, 2016 - Mims Distributing
Instagram Now one of the Top-Five Travel Marketing Channels
More than 60% of travel companies are now using Instagram as part of their marketing according to new research from EyeforTravel. This puts it behind only Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and LinkedIn. The engagement befits the network’s meteoric growth, with the report also noting that more than... - March 02, 2016 - EyeforTravel
Manufacturing Systems Corp Announces POSI-hold
MSC a supplier of Supply Chain Execution Systems, for users of Epicor, Syspro and SAP Business One is proud to announce the general availability of POSI-Hold for quality Control. Complementing their Warehouse Management and Shop Floor Data Collection applications, POSI-hold gives quality... - March 01, 2016 - Manufacturing Systems Corp
CHD Expert North America and Galunion Brazil Announce Partnership to Form CHD Expert Brazil
This strategic partnership will be a valuable resource to companies who wish to increase sales in Latin America’s growing foodservice markets. - February 26, 2016 - CHD Expert
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Opens Newest Houston Location at CITYCENTRE
The world famous, award-winning Grimaldi’s Pizzeria is now open in Houston at CITYCENTRE. Known for serving award-winning, hand-tossed, coal-fired brick oven pizzas and calzones, fresh salads and delicious desserts, Grimaldi’s is a legend among pizza aficionados. They are praised across... - February 26, 2016 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
Lori Bush, Founding CEO of Rodan + Fields, Joins the Board of Directors for Vita Vis Nutrition Inc., Maker of belicious Whole Food Blends
Vita Vis Nutrition, Inc., manufacturer of belicious 100% organic whole food blends, announces the appointment of Lori H. Bush, founding CEO of Rodan + Fields, to its board of directors. Bush joins belicious CEO and founder Heidi Huntsman, and chairman, Mark Robinson, on the Board of Directors. - February 25, 2016 - Vita Vis Nutrition, Inc
Fareo is Proud to Introduce the World's First Fully Automated Personal Beer Station
The Personal Beer Station is a household appliance which allows people to make a beer for personal consumption. - February 25, 2016 - Fareo Inc.
Water 2 Wine, South Austin Custom Winery, Embraces Online Retail and Online Wine Club
Water 2 Wine Custom Winery (South Austin) launches new website allowing for online purchasing and delivery, online Wine Club and wine education through the blog. - February 25, 2016 - Water 2 Wine South Austin
Carlyle Grill Celebrates 10 Years and Michigan Farmers
During March 2016, Carlyle Grill celebrates ten years as a staple in the Ann Arbor / Dexter communities. Carlyle Grill is proud to be a part of the original neighborhood scene since 2006. In honor of the tenth anniversary, Carlyle Grill has geared its menu towards sourcing locally by utilizing Michigan products. - February 25, 2016 - Carlyle Grill
Coffee Company Introduces New Fresh Roasted Gourmet Coffees and Espresso
Avita Coffee is pleased to introduce their new fresh roasted coffees and espresso. - February 25, 2016 - Avita Coffee
Taste the Fire Monkey: CHD Expert Evaluates the Asian Restaurant Menu Type Across the United States
Independents strongly dominate the Asian restaurant landscape, representing 92 percent of the market. - February 24, 2016 - CHD Expert
Restaurant Technologies Identifies Three Megatrends Expected to Impact Back-of-House Operations
Cooking oil management leader releases 2016 food service industry trend report. - February 24, 2016 - Restaurant Technologies
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Announces Opening at Aspen Place at the Sawmill in Flagstaff, AZ
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, famously known for their award-winning hand-tossed, coal-fired brick oven pizzas and calzones, fresh salads and delicious desserts is announcing its long awaited expansion in Arizona with an opening in Flagstaff. Located in Aspen Place at the Sawmill shopping center,... - February 24, 2016 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
Downtown Joe's Brewery & Restaurant Announces Their Upcoming Dinner with the Brewmaster Event Featuring Napa Craft Beer
Downtown Joe's Brewery & Restaurant has announced their upcoming Dinner with the Brewmaster, featuring select Napa Craft Beers, on February 27, 2016. - February 24, 2016 - Downtown Joe's
Mims Distributing Company and Wicked Weed Brewing to Distribute More Beer to North Carolina’s Triangle Region
North Carolina Beer and Wine Distributor Partners with Asheville-Based Craft Beer Leader - February 24, 2016 - Mims Distributing
Organic Aglianico Del Vulture DOC "Siir" by San Martino, Represented by Ivinaio.com, is Launched at the Norwegian Alcohol Monopoly, Vinmonopolet
Basilicata winery San Martino's excellent and organic Aglianico del Vulture DOC "Siir" is launched in approximately 300 shops at the Norwegian alcohol monopoly, Vinmonopolet in March 2016. This gutsy, generous and elegant 100% Aglianico del Vulture has amazing southern character but is simultaneously as rich as the northern Nebbiolo. - February 24, 2016 - iVinaio.com
SGS Reports: EU Updates and Expands Scope of WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU)
SGS expands on the updated requirements for waste electrical and electronic equipment. - February 24, 2016 - SGS
The New Generation of Chocolate Heads to The Oscars
Baron Chocolatier, a Chicago-based chocolate company, will be representing their brand at several Pre-Oscars events this weekend. - February 22, 2016 - Baron Chocolatier
Spring Flavor Lineup from Tropical Smoothie Cafe® Packs in Nutrition
Light tastes and powerhouse ingredients are inspired by healthy West-Coast living. Tropical Smoothie Cafe offers guests options for those who are interested in healthy eating, staying active, and making smart food decisions. - February 22, 2016 - Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Hopsy Launches Delivery of Local Craft Beer to Incubators and Co-Working Spaces
Hopsy, the recently launched online marketplace for local craft beer, today announced the launch of an offer for incubators and co-working spaces. - February 22, 2016 - Hopsy
Say Goodbye to the Friday Fish Fry
Remaining true to the “Eat Better. Feel Better.” motto, Tropical Smoothie Cafe offers Cilantro Lime Fish Taco as a lighter, grilled fish option. - February 21, 2016 - Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Restaurant Technologies and Curtis Hotel Partner to Create a Mile-High Eating Experience
Denver hotel commits to improved sustainability, food quality and safety through installation of automated oil management system. - February 21, 2016 - Restaurant Technologies
AdvantaPure(R) Introduces AdvantaFlex® Sterile Molded Tubing Ends to Add Versatility to Tubing
Single-Use, molded, mini Tri-Clamp tubing ends are designed to improve production and reduce operational costs involved with biopharma processes. Made from AdvantaFlex biopharmaceutical grade TPE tubing and an overmolding process, the ends are well suited for aseptic fluid transfer applications. They reduce the potential for leaks and help simplify cleaning and validation procedures. AdvantaFlex Molded Tubing Ends are compatible with sterile tubing welders. - February 21, 2016 - AdvantaPure
Restaurant Technologies to Acquire Pure Fill Solutions
Acquisition to add 300 customers to Restaurant Technologies’ expanding customer base. Restaurant Technologies announced today that it has acquired Pure Fill Solutions, a cooking oil management systems company based in St. Paul, Minn., that services bakeries, grocery stores and independent restaurants throughout the region. Pure Fill customers will be serviced by Restaurant Technologies’ Minneapolis depot going forward. The sale was finalized today. - February 21, 2016 - Restaurant Technologies
Meals On Wheels of Tampa and Feeding Tampa Bay to Deliver Free Produce to 700 Homebound on Saturday
Meals On Wheels of Tampa launches for the third time ever, a new program, Produce On Wheels (POW), in partnership with Feeding Tampa Bay, to increase senior and homebound access to fresh produce. Over 100 individuals, businesses and community groups will volunteer their time, vehicle, and gas to... - February 21, 2016 - Meals On Wheels of Tampa
Restaurant Market St. Helena Recognized as One of the Top Napa Valley Restaurants by Leading Review Companies
Napa Valley, CA-based family restaurant, Market St. Helena is now receiving top level reviews from the leading review companies within the restaurant industry. Patrons and experts alike are using review tools such as Zagat, OpenTable and Michelin to give high ratings to the restaurant Market St. - February 21, 2016 - Market St. Helena
Cedar Lake Cellars to Host Sixth Annual Spring Fling
St. Louis winery features live entertainment by three different bands. - February 20, 2016 - Cedar Lake Cellars
The American Academy of Hospitality Sciences Awards Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Coveted Five Star Diamond Award
Each year The American Academy of Hospitality Sciences (AAHS) bestows deserving establishments with its prestigious Five Star Diamond Award. This year, the Academy is recognizing Grimaldi’s Pizzeria for its excellence in gastronomy, attitude, quality, cleanliness and overall service. This... - February 20, 2016 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
Dover Downs Hotel & Casino to Host Sustain 2016 Conference
Hospitality leaders from throughout the mid-Atlantic will converge on Dover Downs Hotel & Casino March 14-15, 2016 for the annual Sustain 2016 conference, focusing on green strategies and marketing to the next generation of consumers. As home to thousands of hotels and restaurants in major... - February 20, 2016 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Penn Brewery Names Wilsbach Distributors and Nittany Beverage as 2015’s Penn Beer Wholesalers of the Year
Pittsburgh-based Penn Brewery has named Harrisburg-based Wilsbach Distributors and State College-based Nittany Beverage its Wholesalers of the Year. The award is granted based on year-on-year dollar sales growth of Penn Brewery beers. - February 19, 2016 - Penn Brewery
KettlePizza Names SIDE Ink as Public Relations Agency of Record
KettlePizza, the world’s leading wood-fired pizza oven kit for grills, announced today that it has retained SIDE Ink as its public relations agency of record. - February 19, 2016 - KettlePizza
One of the Top Napa County Wineries Saddleback Cellars Announces Attendance at Zinfandel Experience Grand Tasting Event with Zinfandel Associates & Producers
Oakville, CA-based Saddleback Cellars have just announced they’ll be attending the Zinfandel Experience Grand Tasting hosted by Zinfandel Associates & Producers on February 27th. The Zinfandel Experience event brings together winemakers from over 150 wineries, including Saddleback Cellars... - February 19, 2016 - Saddleback Cellars
Tundra Restaurant Supply Announces Its American Metalcraft Pizza Party Sweepstakes
Enter for your chance to win 5 pizza baking supplies from American Metalcraft. - February 18, 2016 - Tundra Restaurant Supply
Hard Rock Calls Artists to Rock Local, Win Global for Chance to Perform in Ibiza and Win $50,000
Announcing Open Registration for World’s Largest, One-Day Music Showcase Winning Artist to Perform at Hard Rock Hotel in Ibiza, Spain - February 17, 2016 - Hard Rock International
Digital Factory Builds Stellar Marketing and Sales Team to Help Monetize Geo-Fenced Experiences
Marketing veteran Jim Marcus and retail expert Terrand Smith add to Digital Factory's growing mobile tech company. Digital Factory, a mobile technology company that designs geo-fenced experiences, added two executives with nearly 40 years of collective experience creating ad campaigns and... - February 17, 2016 - Digital Factory Inc.
Cedar Lake Cellars Promotes Employee to Lead Position
St. Louis winery venue names new wine tasting room lead. - February 17, 2016 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Six Big Tournaments During March Getaway Weekend at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino’s Poker Room
The Dover Downs Hotel & Casino Poker Room’s latest Getaway Weekend is set for March 11-13, featuring six no-limit Texas Hold’em tournaments, including one with a $35,000 guaranteed prize pool on Saturday, March 12. The poker tournaments include three events with $5,000 or more in... - February 17, 2016 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
NY Bagel Cafe & Deli Continues to Expand Nationwide
NY Bagel Cafe & Deli a major franchise in the breakfast lunch industry is now offering franchise opportunities nationwide. After successful and continuing expansion in the Northeast, NY Bagel Cafe has since begun expansion into the Southeast and the rest of the country, in response to the... - February 15, 2016 - NY Bagel Cafe
General Parts Group President to Speak at RFMA 2016 in Nashville, Tennessee
General Parts Group is pleased to announce company President, Bruce Hodge, has accepted an invitation to speak at the Restaurant Facilities Management Association (RFMA) 2016 conference on behalf of the Commercial Food Equipment Service Association (CFESA). The conference will be held March 13th... - February 14, 2016 - General Parts Group
Just Shrimp Hosts My Radio Chicago
Owner of new seafood restaurant in Tinley Park, Just Shrimp, was happy to host a young internet radio company, My Radio Chicago, on Saturday. My Radio Chicago broadcast live from the restaurant and brought in several local artists for a meet and greet with customers. - February 12, 2016 - Just Shrimp
Lucky Dog Hot Sauce Wins Grand Prize at World's Most Competitive Fiery Foods Contest
2016 Scovie Awards Honors Best Spicy & Savory Food Products - February 11, 2016 - Lucky Dog Hot Sauce
Fresh Griller Set to Open New Location in Downey, CA
Fresh, Seasonally Focused, Fast Casual Restaurant to Open Second Location in Downey, CA. - February 11, 2016 - Fresh Griller
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Opens Newest Texas Location in Friendswood, Texas
The world famous, award-winning Grimaldi’s Pizzeria is now open in Friendswood at the Baybrook Mall. - February 11, 2016 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
Cedar Lake Cellars to Host Irish Whiskey and Beer Dinner
St. Louis winery presents second annual evening featuring a wide array of food and drink. - February 09, 2016 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Hopsy Partners with Caviar to Offer On-Demand Delivery of Local Craft Beer
Hopsy, the recently launched online marketplace for local craft beer, today announced a partnership with Caviar, an easy way to order from popular local restaurants, to offer on-demand delivery of fresh draft beer from a list of local microbreweries. Beginning today, residents of the East Bay can get growlers of local craft beer delivered to their doorsteps in as little as 30 minutes. - February 07, 2016 - Hopsy