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Mims Distributing Company Welcomes Arkenstone Vineyards to Expanding Wine Portfolio

North Carolina Beer and Wine Distributor Partners with California Winery Offering Selections from Napa Valley. - August 15, 2015 - Mims Distributing

SGS Report on Additional Four Phthalate Plasticizers Restricted Under RoHS Directive

Four phthalate plasticizers have been classified as Priority 1 Substances and added to the existing six substances restricted by EU Directive 2002/95/EC on RoHS. - August 14, 2015 - SGS

Source-Omega Lowers Bulk Algae Oil DHA Price 33 Percent

Achieving higher quality and lower costs, Source-Omega (http://www.source-omega.com) today lowered the US bulk oil price on premium 50 percent DHA algae oil by a third to stimulate their open source supply model with capacity access to 250,000 Kg per year. The company launched their bulk oil... - August 13, 2015 - Source-Omega

Nigeria Needs More E-Commerce Websites, Says Supermart MD

Following concerns from various quarters about the perceived saturated nature of the e-commerce sector of the Nigeria economy and in view of the ongoing profit boom in the sector, the Managing Director of Supermart.ng, Raphael Afaedor has said that the market is not yet saturated and that there is... - August 13, 2015 - Supermart.ng

From Vineyard to Table: How One Chef is Raising the Stakes

An award-winning winemaker who is also a professional chef is creating a unique food and wine destination in Oakland with strong community ties. - August 13, 2015 - Prima Materia

Easton Corbin to Perform Dover Downs Hotel & Casino on Nov. 27

Country sensation Easton Corbin will visit Dover Downs Hotel & Casino for a Friday, Nov. 27 performance at 9 p.m. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, Aug. 11. Easton Corbin's third album, About to Get Real, was recently released in July and became his first No. 1 on Billboard's Top Country Albums... - August 12, 2015 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino

Caffè de Aromi Acquires Route 66 Coffee Roasters

Bangkok based Route 66 Coffee Roasters has been acquired by Caffé de Aromi. - August 11, 2015 - Caffe de Aromi

Almond Ace Packing Recognized for “Superior” Ranking & Recognition of Excellence by AHPA

Almond Ace Packing Inc., a grower-owned almond processing, almond manufacturing and export company, was recognized by the Almond Hullers & Processors Association (AHPA) for achieving a “Superior” rating for the 2014-2015 season during an unannounced food safety and plant sanitation... - August 10, 2015 - Almond Ace Packing Inc.

New M-System DL8 Web Data Logger

Meiji Corporation, master distributor in North America of M-System Co., Ltd., announced that the DL8 series remote terminal unit for monitoring, event reporting and data logging is now available in North America. - August 10, 2015 - Meiji Corporation

Slow Food Charlotte Hosts "Brew & Chew" Benefit at Birdsong Brewery

On Sunday, August 16th, Slow Food Charlotte is teaming up with NoDa's Birdsong Brewery for a pig pickin' with a cause. Guests will enjoy great local food, amazing beer, and a chance to win gifts from Heritage Restaurant, The Secret Chocolatier, Greeneman Farms and growlers of Birdsong's best. - August 10, 2015 - Slow Food Charlotte

Mims Distributing Company Adds Rare Berliner Weisse by Bear Republic to Portfolio

North Carolina Beer and Wine Distributor Partners with California Brewery to Offer Hard-to-Find Sour Beer. - August 08, 2015 - Mims Distributing

Wm. E. Martin & Sons Co., Inc. Awarded Certification by the BRC Global Standard for Agents and Brokers

Wm. E. Martin & Sons Co., Inc. achieves certification to the BRC Global Standard for Agents and Brokers making it one of only forty five companies worldwide to be accredited to the highly respected standard. - August 07, 2015 - Wm. E. Martin & Sons Co., Inc.

Herris Gourmet OU Kosher-Certified Food Items Now Available at Logan International Airport

Herris Gourmet is now supplying quality OU Kosher-certified food products to the Hudson News retailer in Terminal E of Logan International Airport, through a distribution deal with York Street Caterers. - August 07, 2015 - Herris Gourmet

Texas Bourbon Release: Straight Bourbon Whiskey from Bone Spirits Distillery

Bone Spirits Distillery is launching it Bone Bourbon throughout Texas in August. Hitting retail shelves and on-premise accounts for fall. The farm-to-bottle distillery is introducing its long-awaited corn and rye mash bourbon. - August 07, 2015 - Bone Spirits Distillery

Taco Bueno to Open Second Restaurant in Colorado Springs

New Garden of the Gods location follows record-breaking opening at N. Academy - August 06, 2015 - Taco Bueno Restaurants, L.P.

Copper & Kings American Brandy Co. Hosts "A History of American Brandy"

Historians Michael Veach and Renae Price present educational seminar. - August 06, 2015 - Copper and Kings

World's First & Original Avocado Green Tea Ice Cream Made in Singapore

The World’s First & Original Avocado Green Tea Ice Cream, made in Singapore, was globally launched by Harvest Prime for charity at the Singapore Red Cross on Sunday 26 July 2015. This is a befitting time for Singapore's Golden Jubilee celebration. This is one of the few "firsts"... - August 06, 2015 - Harvest Prime

Watsonville-Based Startup Launches Its Website and Online Store

Mymomsmole.com has launched. Spice up your life. Just add your favorite stock and simmer. Goes well with poultry, beef, or veggies. - August 06, 2015 - My Mom's Mole

SGS Presents EU New Regulation to Amend Levels of Inorganic Arsenic in Rice Products

The EU published Regulation (EU) 2015/1006 amending Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 regarding maximum levels of inorganic arsenic in foodstuffs. - August 04, 2015 - SGS

GlutenTox Pro Gluten Test Kit Receives AOAC-RI Certification for Foods and Surfaces

Emport LLC, in partnership with Biomedal Diagnostics, is pleased to announce that the GlutenTox® Pro test kit has received AOAC Research Institute Performance Tested MethodTM certification for the detection of gluten in foods and on surfaces. - August 03, 2015 - Emport, LLC

Gold Medal Tip n Split to Air on QVC

Winner of Gold Medal for "Best New Gadget" at INPEX, trade show for new products, Tip ‘n Split will officially launch on QVC. See it live on The Morning Show with Dan Hughes, 7 – 8 am (Eastern), Wednesday, August 5, 2015. No more passing around reading glasses to see the... - August 02, 2015 - Tip 'n Split Solutions

CES Appoint New Engineering Manager

Cutting Edge Services Ltd have appointed Mike Woods as Engineering Manager. - August 02, 2015 - CES

SGS Offers Comprehensive Electrical Medical Device Testing Services in Atlanta, GA

SGS introduces the comprehensive range of Electrical Medical Device services and certifications offered in its Atlanta medical devices laboratory. - August 01, 2015 - SGS

Sweet Candy Café Awards the Timothy R. Long Memorial Scholarship

Award will help two New Jersey high school students transition to college. - August 01, 2015 - Sweet Candy Café

Murphy Distributors Adds LIQS Cocktail Shots to the Company's Exclusive Distribution List

Murphy Distributors announced today it has obtained the exclusive distribution rights to LIQS Cocktail Shots for Connecticut. "We are excited to have been chosen as the exclusive distributor for LIQS products," said Murphy Distributors president and founder, Matthew Murphy. "LIQS... - August 01, 2015 - Murphy Distributors

Paradise Bowl Announces Free Youth League

Locally owned Paradise Bowl has announced that all League Bowlers 18 years of age and younger who participate in their Saturday morning Youth Program will do so free of charge. Pat Linn, President and owner of Paradise Bowl explains, "today's youth have a wide range of activities to choose,... - July 31, 2015 - Paradise Bowl

As Parents Gear Up for Back-to-School Season, Kroger Helps Them Save with "4x Fuel Points" Promotion

Through August 11, Shoppers Can Pocket Savings at Their Local Kroger by Purchasing Gift Cards to Save on Gas - July 31, 2015 - Kroger

Iowa Foodservice Distributor Begins Another Expansion

Despite recent merger complications between national competitors US Foods and Sysco Foodservice, family and employee-owned Martin Bros. Distributing is showing no signs of slowing down. Martin Bros. Distributing Co., Inc. recently broke ground on a new expansion to their Cedar Falls, Iowa... - July 31, 2015 - Martin Bros. Distributing

Need A Vacation? CHD Expert Evaluates the Hotel and Lodging Landscape in the USA.

From intimate boutiques to large 500 + room skyscrapers, there are more than 70,000 accredited hotels across the USA, offering a wide spectrum of options for travelers who need a place to rest their head. - July 31, 2015 - CHD Expert

Delaware Poker Championship V Up Next at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino on Labor Day Weekend

The Crown Royal Poker Room will play host to the annual Delaware Poker Championship V tournament as part of Labor Day weekend on Saturday, Sept. 5 beginning at 11:15 a.m. The field will walk away with a guaranteed prize of at least $100,000, a unique trophy shaped like the state of Delaware, and... - July 31, 2015 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino

SGS Announces New Canadian Food Labeling Format for Nutrition Facts Panel and Ingredient Listing

On 13 June 2015 the Government of Canada announced a new nutrition labeling format. - July 31, 2015 - SGS

Buy Me a Drink is Now Available for Android

Buy Me A Drink App for Android has finally arrived with groundbreaking upgrades. The app has experienced exponential growth and is now the first in Asia Pacific to incorporate Braintree payment system. - July 31, 2015 - WAAVE Holdings Pte Ltd

Restaurant365 Announces Major System Update

Restaurant365 is pleased to announce the roll-out of a major system update of its restaurant-specific accounting and operational software platform. This update includes many enhancements, including additional features, further speed increases, and most importantly, can be used on multiple browsers and devices including PC, Mac and tablet devices. It is the first and only true cloud-based, restaurant-specific accounting software to run natively on Mac OS devices. - July 29, 2015 - Restaurant365

SGS Announces GRAS Status Revoked for Partially Hydrogenated Oils in Processed Foods

On 16 June 2015 the US FDA published a measure which will reduce Trans Fats in processed foods. - July 29, 2015 - SGS

Napa Sports Bar Downtown Joes Announces Latest Summer Entertainment

Napa Valley-based sports bar, Downtown Joes has recently announced its upcoming entertainment for the summer season. The popular Napa entertainment venue is offering outstanding live music on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings, featuring stars of the local music scene. With the summer sun... - July 29, 2015 - Downtown Joe's

Napa, CA-Based Downtown Joe’s Restaurant and Brewery Announces Release of Triple Dog Dare IPA

Napa, CA-based Downtown Joe’s Restaurant and Brewery has just announced the release of their new Triple Dog Dare IPA. The Napa restaurant’s new ale features 3½ pounds per barrel of Columbus, Citra and Amarillo hops, providing an outstanding taste for all ale lovers. Restaurant... - July 29, 2015 - Downtown Joe's

RIPPTILE Launches New Supplement Products for Successful Fitness Goals in Las Vegas NV

RIPPTILE is a fitness company which is launching a new line of supplemental products to help users achieve their fitness goals. With top quality supplements, customers will take advantage of effective fitness products including Ripptile Whey Protein, Ripptile Vennom, and Muscle Maker III. The new... - July 28, 2015 - RIPPTILE

Freedom Fairs Sets Up Community Festival and Amusement Carnival on Long Island

Freedom Fairs is kicking off its inaugural community festival and amusement carnival at the Westfield Sunrise mall on Long Island this week. The fair includes amusement rides, carnival games, magicians and performers, live bands, food and craft vendors. Admission is free and the organization is giving out free ride tickets to young people who sign a voluntary community drug free pledge. The community-themed event includes an award ceremony for members of the community that have aided this cause. - July 27, 2015 - Tutor Central Inc.

Enjoy Beers and Cheers at Fathoms’ Blue Moon Party

A great evening of fun and music. - July 27, 2015 - Hoffman Group LLC

Kitchen Supplies Specialist Chef’s Paradise Announces Their Expanded Summer Catalogue

Ottawa-based experts for gourmet quality kitchen supplies, Chef’s Paradise have recently announced that the company has expanded their summer catalogue to include a new range of items. The company’s latest catalogue additions include the Actifry 2-in-1 Fryer, which is designed to allow users to cook two unique dishes at the same time thanks to a removable cooking plate attached to the unit. - July 26, 2015 - Chefs Paradise

Social Media: SGS Launches New Special Consumer Goods and Retail LinkedIn Page

SGS launches a Consumer Goods and Retail page on LinkedIn. - July 26, 2015 - SGS

Visit One of the Napa Region’s Most Popular Wineries for Saddleback Cellars’ 2013 Old Vine Zinfandel Release Party

Oakville, CA-based Saddleback Cellars has just announced that they will be hosting a release party for their 2013 Old Vine Zinfandel. The release party will be held on Saturday, August 1stfrom 11am to 4pm at the Saddleback Cellars winery, with tickets priced at $25 per person. It’s an event... - July 25, 2015 - Saddleback Cellars

Wholesale Food Distributor West Central Produce & Food Service Expand to New Headquarters

Highly Respected Leader of Hospitality Industry Continues Massive Transformation Into a Full-Service Food Distributor. - July 25, 2015 - West Central Produce

The Pizza Press Announces Build Out of First Franchise Location

The fast casual, build-your-own pizza restaurant has officially broken ground on a location in Fullerton, Calif., set to open in fall 2015. - July 24, 2015 - Pizza Press

SGS Announces China Updated Draft on Control of Pollution Caused by Electrical and Electronic Products Under RoHS

China’s MIIT released a new draft of Administrative Measure on the Control of Pollution Caused by Electrical and Electronic Products, which will eventually replace the existing China RoHS Administrative Measure on the Control of Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products from 2006. - July 24, 2015 - SGS

Executive Chef Nooror Somany Steppe, of the Blue Elephant, a Thai restaurant in London, Promotes Traditional Thai Cuisine at United Nations’ Discover Thainess 2015

Chef Nooror Somany Steppe, of the Blue Elephant, was an ambassador of Thai cuisine at United Nations’ Discover Thainess 2015, a celebration of traditional Thai cuisine. - July 23, 2015 - Blue Elephant - Thai Restaurant in London

August Poker Tournaments Announced at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino

Dover Downs Hotel & Casino is pleased to announce several upcoming events in the Crown Royal Poker Room in the month of August. All Texas Hold ’em games in the month of August are now paying $2 cash per hour, and hotel rooms in the Dover Downs Hotel are available Monday through Thursday... - July 23, 2015 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino

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