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Foodservice in Canada: CHD Expert Breaks Down the Current National Landscape
With retail foodservice data now available in Canada, suppliers can look to penetrate more than just restaurants, schools and hotels. - October 09, 2015 - CHD Expert
General Parts Group to Attend ISNA 2015 Conference
General Parts Group is proud to be supporting the 2015 Indiana School Nutrition Association (ISNA) Annual State Conference, November 5th through the 7th. This is the 5th time the company has attended the conference which is now in its 62nd year. This year’s theme is ‘Excel, Engage,... - October 09, 2015 - General Parts Group
Zanduco Restaurant Equipment & Supplies Update Catalogue of Bar Products
Oakville, ON-based specialists for restaurant equipment, Zanduco Restaurant Equipment &Supplies have recently announced several updates to its catalogue of bar products. The company’s latest additions include products such as the AZ-120L Ice Maker, which has been designed for simple... - October 09, 2015 - Zanduco Restaurant Equipment & Supplies
BOP to Host First-Ever Brewers Symposium Rising Foam in PA Attracts Experts to Address “Beer Professional Development”
The Brewers of Pennsylvania (BOP) will host their first-ever Brewers Symposium this Friday, October 9th and Saturday, October 10th at the Artsquest SteelStacks facility (Frank Banko Alehouse Cinema) in Bethlehem, PA. - October 08, 2015 - Brewers of Pennsylvania
Ford’s Garage Teams Up with Derrick Peltz for Breast Cancer Awareness
Sales of the MasterChef finalist’s Cali-Rocker Burger will support Susan G. Komen. - October 08, 2015 - Ford's Garage
Specialists for Wine Tasting Tours Saddleback Cellars Participating in Loyola-Marymount Event
Oakville, CA-based vineyard, Saddleback Cellars has recently announced that their team will be in attendance at the Loyola-Marymount University Classic. The event, which is the 35th annual Wine Classic, will bring together winery owners from across California. Saddleback Cellars will be... - October 08, 2015 - Saddleback Cellars
Wireless Facilities Expanded by SGS
SGS North America has announced the expansion of its US-based wireless facilities. - October 08, 2015 - SGS
L-Taco Mexican Cafe Grand Opening, San Antonio Texas, Oct. 8th, 2015
L-Taco Mexican Cafe Grand Opening Event, Oct. 8th, 2015; San Antonio Chamber of Commerce present Stone Oak Business Association, Asociacion de empresarios Mexicanos - October 07, 2015 - L-Taco Mexican Cafe
Taco Bueno Takes Flavor Up a Hatch
Taco Bueno Offers Hatch Chile Chicken Quesadillas and Tacos for a Limited Time. - October 06, 2015 - Taco Bueno Restaurants, L.P.
International Performer Flo Rida Signs Multi-Year Partnership with Empire Rockefeller Vodka
International performer and recording artist, Flo Rida, and New York-based Vintage Rockefeller Wine & Spirits Group, today announced a multi-year partnership for the brand to use Flo Rida’s name and likeness in promotional and marketing materials for the company’s Empire Rockefeller Vodka alcoholic beverage. Flo Rida will become Empire Rockefeller Vodka’s global brand ambassador. He will promote Empire Rockefeller Vodka on social media, through personal appearances and inclusion in music videos. - October 06, 2015 - Vintage Rockefeller Wine & Spirits Group
Fish Tale Beyond the Pale Ale Named World’s Best Beer
Fish Tale Ale’s Beyond the Pale Ale, produced by Fish Brewing Co in Olympia, WA was named the 2015 World’s Best Beer by the World Beer Awards. To receive this award, the beer was first judged in a regional style heat in America. Winners from all regions including Asia and Europe were... - October 06, 2015 - Fish Brewing Company
The Chicago Bar Shop, Commercial and Residential Bar Design Showroom, Will be Opening October 15th, 2015
The 2,500 square foot bar shop and showroom located in the heart of Chicago’s Lincoln Park is built with the mission of providing every person a unique bar experience. Opening on October 15th at 921 West Armitage Avenue, it could quickly become Chicago’s most respected and recommended hospitality resource center. Catering to custom commercial and residential bar & hospitality related needs, Chicago Bar Shop (CBS) will be a one-of-a-kind bar designing & building one-stop-shopping experience. - October 06, 2015 - Chicago Bar Shop
Cedar Lake Cellars Introduces Fall Menu
St. Louis winery utilizes local vendors for upcoming season. - October 04, 2015 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Kroger Introduces New Globally Inspired Product Line, HemisFares
New Corporate Brand Launches with 27 Authentic Italian Products Sourced Directly from Their Native Regions of Italy - October 04, 2015 - Kroger
Iconic® Brands’ Sangre de Vida® Tequila Wraps Up the Summer in a Big Way
At the seventh annual Sip Awards held in Newport Beach, CA, consumers judged over 400 spirits, and Sangre de Vida® came home with a Silver, Bronze and Gold Medal for its Blanco, Reposado and Añejo expressions, respectively. Winning these medals, qualifies these Sangre de Vida®... - October 04, 2015 - Iconic Brands
Murphy Distributors Expands to New Branford Location
Murphy Distributors is moving to their new facility that is almost 10 times the size of their current location. - October 03, 2015 - Murphy Distributors
Napa Sports Bar Downtown Joe’s Offers Direct Access to All the Action This NFL Season
Napa, CA-based sports bar, Downtown Joe’s is inviting football fans from across the area to visit and support their favorite teams on game daysduring NFL season. Patrons can begin with happy hour specials from the Downtown Joe’s bar while exploring the full array of classic menu items... - October 03, 2015 - Downtown Joe's
Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort Hosts PAIRED SPG Pro Gathering as Part of Sheraton 2020 Plan’s New Menu Concept "Paired"
Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort hosted a PAIRED SPG Pro Gathering as part of Paired, the new Sheraton food and beverage program comprised of artisanal small plates and eclectic bar snacks served alongside suggested premium wines and local craft beers. Paired stretches the boundaries of traditional pairing principles by blending ingredients together in new and unexpected ways for guests. - October 03, 2015 - Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort
From Food Truck to Family Restaurant - Former Five O'Clock Employee Announces Grand Opening of El Comedor
On Wednesday, September 30, 2015, El Comedor Restaurant held a grand opening celebration at its location at 11th & National streets in Milwaukee. Long-time Five O'Clock Steakhouse employee, Natalio Perez launched El Comedor as a food truck in the fall of 2014. On August 31, 2015, through... - October 02, 2015 - Five O'Clock Steakhouse
Proof of the Pudding Names Adam Noyes President
Proof of the Pudding by MGR names Adam Noyes President of the South East’s largest Catering and Food & Beverage Management Organization. As the Company’s President, Adam will be responsible for providing leadership for the organization by working with the senior management team to... - October 02, 2015 - Proof of the Pudding
New Lima Peru Travel Guide Helps Travellers Plan Their Dream Trip Free
Best of Peru Travel, launches an innovative mini-guide to Lima, Peru with travel information on all the best hotels, restaurants, shops, nightlife and things to see and do in Lima, Peru. - October 01, 2015 - Best of Peru Travel
Kroger Invites Customers to Experience the Rustic Flavors of Italy
Beginning Sept. 30, Taste of Italy Food Event Will Introduce Shoppers to Authentic Italian Ingredients, Recipes and Cooking Techniques - October 01, 2015 - Kroger
OTA Radiated Performance Capacity and Capabilities Expanded at SGS North America
SGS North America has rapidly increased its OTA Performance capacity and has added new anechoic chambers in Branchburg, New Jersey and San Diego, California. - October 01, 2015 - SGS
The Newest Product That Has the Hunting Community Talking
The world’s first energy bar made specifically for hunters and fishermen hits the market. - September 30, 2015 - Hunter Bars
Mint Indian Bistro Hosts 2nd Annual Inferno Curry Challenge Month
The Heat is on October 1-31; Challengers Who Finish the Dish Receive a $50 Mint Indian Bistro Gift Card and an Entry for a Chance to Dine Free for a Year - September 28, 2015 - Mint Indian Bistro
MetLife Foundation Featured in “Be the Change” Series Airing on Lifetime®
Award-winning morning show The Balancing Act® featured MetLife Foundation in the “Be the Change” series on how corporate America is empowering people to build better lives. The segment featuring MetLife Foundation focused on financial health. Please watch the segment, which aired on... - September 27, 2015 - BrandStar
Inaugural Whiskey Festival of New Jersey Set for October 15, 2015
Wine Country Stores Presents One-of-a-Kind Tasting Experience Showcasing Over 100 Premium Whiskeys. - September 26, 2015 - Wine Country Stores
The Friendly Coffee Company's Newest Addition, Former Lead Guitarist of Rev Theory
Richard Thomas AKA Rikki Lixx Creates Coffee Like a Rockstar - September 26, 2015 - The Friendly Coffee Company, LLC
Digital Factory's Geofenced Experiences Increases App Retention
A new case study demonstrates that Digital Factory’s signature geolocation software delivered a Click-through rate (CTR) of 14.7%, which is significantly above industry benchmarks like digital display (average of 0.08%), mobile display (0.2%) and standard push notifications (6%). The data was collected from an app used at The 2015 Ford Neighborhood Awards Weekend hosted by Steve Harvey. - September 26, 2015 - Digital Factory Inc.
Monogram Foods Teams with Comedian Steve Harvey to Launch Easy Bacon by Harvey Foods
Monogram Foods announced today that it has partnered with comedian Steve Harvey's HarCal Enterprises to create an innovative line of wholesome and hearty smoked meats headlined by a truly unique roasted bacon called Easy Bacon by Harvey Foods. - September 26, 2015 - Monogram Foods
Mims Distributing Company Announces Partnership with Banville Wine Merchants
North Carolina Beer and Wine Distributor Expands Portfolio with Addition of New York Importer of Italian, French and Argentinean Wines. - September 26, 2015 - Mims Distributing
Five O’Clock Steakhouse Dining Promotion Raises $1800 for Dryhootch Milwaukee Veterans' Organization
Milwaukee’s iconic Five O’Clock Steakhouse recently held a summer-long dining fundraiser, generating $1800 in funds for Dryhootch Milwaukee Veterans' Organization. - September 25, 2015 - Five O'Clock Steakhouse
Underground Herbal Spirit Now in 16 States with Total Wine & More
Ogden’s Own Distillery announced their award-winning Underground Herbal Spirit is now available at Total Wine & More retail stores in 16 states. “We have so many inquiries from around the country as to where our product can be found,” Steve Conlin, managing partner, explained. - September 24, 2015 - Ogden's Own Distillery
Restaurant365 Brings on New Client OCRA
Restaurant365 is pleased to announce that On-Call Restaurant Accounting (OCRA) is deploying their award-winning software as their restaurant management platform. Restaurant365 is providing a co-branded offering of their solution, on the heels of their recent major system update. OCRA’s... - September 24, 2015 - Restaurant365
Talia’s Steakhouse & Bar Announces They Will Offer Prepaid Meals During Rosh Hashanah, Sukkot & Simchat Torah
The Manhattan kosher restaurant, Talia's Steakhouse & Bar, will offer prepaid lunch and dinner during Jewish holidays as well as Shabbat dinner. Top quality kosher food will be served for people to enjoy the Jewish holidays, not only spiritually, but also physically. - September 24, 2015 - Talia’s Steakhouse & Bar House
SGS North America Increases LTE Capacity
SGS North America has increased its LTE capacity and coverage to satisfy the need of customers, including OEMs, integrators and operators, to keep up with the latest in LTE technology and testing requirements. - September 24, 2015 - SGS
The Lauren Powers Fitness Classic Takes Place Sunday, October 4 at the Oceanside Pier
Fitness Event and Expo open to the public; categories include men's and women's bodybuilding, fitness, fit moms, teens, and more. - September 24, 2015 - Lauren Powers
Cedar Lake Cellars Adds New Wine Line
St. Louis winery pays homage to swan mascots. - September 24, 2015 - Cedar Lake Cellars
French Aspartame Factory Acquired by Dutch Sweeteners Company
HYET Holding B.V. today announce the purchase of Ajinomoto Sweeteners Europe S.A.S. (ASE) in Northern France as part of their global expansion. The purchase will ensure all employees at the Gravelines manufacturing site will remain in employment. A trust fund has been set up to ensure security for... - September 23, 2015 - HYET Sweet
Grammy Award-Winner America to Perform at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino Rollins Center
Grammy Award-winning rock group America, featuring Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell, will visit the Rollins Center ballroom at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino on Jan. 29, 2016. Tickets will go on sale Tuesday, Sept. 22 and can be purchased by contacting VIP Services at 800-711-5882. Ticket prices... - September 23, 2015 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Crown Royal Poker Room Hosts Getaway Weekend and Welcomes Back Masters Series in October
A host of tournament and cash-game action, along with special celebrity appearances, are among the October highlights in the Crown Royal Poker Room at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino. The Poker Room’s next Getaway Weekend will be held from Oct. 9-11, with three tournaments serving as the... - September 23, 2015 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
The First Annual Milwaukee Man Dinner - Beef, Bourbon & Brandy Event Successfully Raises Funds for Milwaukee Rescue Mission's "Safe Harbor" Program
Milwaukee's iconic Five O'Clock Steakhouse hosted the first annual Milwaukee Man Dinner - Beef, Bourbon & Brandy Benefit, raising more than $1300 for Milwaukee Rescue Mission. - September 22, 2015 - Five O'Clock Steakhouse
Massachusetts-Based Bantam Cider Rolls Out Can Program in New England
Bantam Cider has officially announced the launch of its can program. In stores this week, craft cider fans in Massachusetts and Rhode Island will be the first to get their hands on cans of all three of Bantam’s year-round ciders: Rojo, Wunderkind, and The Americain. Earlier this year, Bantam... - September 21, 2015 - Bantam Cider
Shakti Beyond Juice: the Answer to HPP Concerns
Shakti Beyond Juice Introduces UV-C Light Filtration as the Solution to HPP - September 21, 2015 - Shake Beyond Juice
After Trains, Now Bus Passengers Can Enjoy the Benefits of E-Catering
Traveler Food has played a vital role in making the train journeys of passengers a lot more enjoyable and relaxing by addressing their most basic woe, namely getting healthy and delectable food. - September 21, 2015 - Traveler Food
Coffee, Vanilla and Chocolate in Your Cup - Java Trio Concentrate Debuts
Bringing together all time favorites in coffee, vanilla and chocolate. Built for the coffeehouse, food service or coffee slinging barista: Java Trio concentrate. - September 20, 2015 - Allann Brothers Coffee Roasters
School is in Session: CHD Expert Evaluates the USA's Multi-Billion-Dollar K-12 Foodservice Industry
With more than 109,800 K-12 schools in the country, and an average annual per student expenditure of $12,401* foodservice suppliers should consider how they can work with schools’ foodservice directors to help feed their local student bodies. - September 18, 2015 - CHD Expert
The Most Popular German Festival is Back to Dubai at the Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort Say "Prost" at the Oktoberfest
The Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort is set again for the annual Oktoberfest. This year the German Festival will take place between the 21st of October and the 31st of October, 2015. At the Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort Oktoberfest, guests will embark in a culinary and cultural journey with... - September 18, 2015 - Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort
Juicer Heroes and Elevate Life Wellness Team for Your Health
Juicer Heroes and Elevate Life Wellness are now your "One Stop Emporium for Wellness." The recent move just up the road from the Original Juicer Heroes location accomplishes a long held dream. "People love it! They come in, work out, get a juice or a smoothie and head out for a Healthy Day." -Jason Taylor Juicer Heroes co-founder. - September 17, 2015 - Juicer Heroes
SGS Reports: EU Updates Maximum Residue Levels for Certain Pesticides in Agricultural Products
On 22 July 2015, the European Union announced Commission Regulation (EU) No. 2015/1200 [1] amending Annexes II and III to Commission Regulation (EU) No. 396/2005 [2] with regard to Maximum Residue Levels (MRLs) for amidosulfuron, fenhexamid, kresoxim-methyl, thaicloprid and trifloxystrobin in and on certain products. - September 17, 2015 - SGS