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Nutrition Pit Announces Plans for Expansion
Nutrition Pit has announced they will continue to expand their physical retail locations as they continue to achieve success and positive reviews from their customers, who visit one of three of their retail locations, and clients that span the globe that visit their online store for nutritional supplements and fitness gear/apparel. - June 24, 2014 - Nutrition Pit
The Arty Water Company Celebrates Launch of ARTY™ Water, the World’s First Premium Artichoke Water
Get ready to move out of the mainstream! ARTY™ Water is a rising star that offers a healthy, great tasting alternative to fruit-based water beverages. Made from fresh California artichokes, every bottle contains powerful antioxidants, essential vitamins and minerals. - June 23, 2014 - The Arty Water Company
The Balancing Act® on Lifetime Talks Organic Produce, Personalized Medicine
Josie’s Organics and PAML take center stage on June 25th show. - June 22, 2014 - BrandStar
Barbecue America Magazine is the Official Magazine of The 2014 Safeway National Capital Barbecue Battle
Barbecue America Magazine is proud to be the official magazine of the 2014 Memphis in May Barbecue Cooking Contest and the Safeway National Capital Barbecue Battle. - June 21, 2014 - Barbecue America Magazine
SGS Reports on Toxic Chemical Release of Heavy Metals from Metalware Into Food
Lead, cadmium and chromium are well-known toxic heavy metals which are ubiquitous in our daily life. Untreated industrial sewage with high concentrations of heavy metals causes air and water pollution when discharged into the environment and potentially causes harm to humans who are exposed to these toxic elements. - June 21, 2014 - SGS
SGS Informs on EU Updates of Commission Regulations on Pesticide MRLS in Food and the Control Program for 2015-2017
In April 2014, the European Union has announced 2 Commission Regulations. - June 20, 2014 - SGS
The Balancing Act® on Lifetime Demystifies Hospice Care, Talks Hi-Tech Car Connectivity
Gentiva Health Services, Delphi Automotive take center stage on June 23rd show. - June 20, 2014 - BrandStar
Escoffier Online International Culinary Academy to Appear on The Balancing Act® on Lifetime® TV
A professional chef from Escoffier will join the show to educate women on the culinary industry. - June 20, 2014 - BrandStar
Southern Brewing and Tampa Bay Markets Collaborate on Seminole Heights Summer Market Series
Southern Brewing & Winemaking (Southern) has teamed up with Seminole Heights Sunday Morning Market for Seminole Heights Market at Southern – a series of three markets through the summer. This market will be a smaller version of the bigger Sunday Morning Market that is held during the... - June 20, 2014 - Southern Brewing & Winemaking
Hydroxycut Diet Supplement Class Action Settlement
TopClassActions.com provides claim filing instructions for the Hydroxycut class action lawsuit settlement. - June 19, 2014 - Top Class Actions, LLC
Snacking On-The-Go Takes a Healthy Turn with New EFFi Foods and Its Debut Product Line Probiotic CareBar
EFFi Foods is a Company with the Philanthropic Bent and Green Business Practices Redefining the Understanding of Food On-The-Go through the BUY.GAIN.GIVE™ Business Model - June 19, 2014 - EFFi Foods
80 Year Old Chef Still Creating: New Cooking App: Precision Cuisine, Celebrity Chef Desserts
Exact weights given for every ingredient, which is the method used by all professional bakers. This gives greater control and consistency than cup and spoon measurements. - June 19, 2014 - Chef David Company
The Balancing Act® Talks Getting Off Bench with Baseball Legend; Travels to Getaway Islands; Firearm Safety
Johnny Bench shares story of combating tired muscles using Blue-Emu® from NFI Consumer Products; Turks & Caicos Tourist Board, Springfield Armory take center stage on June 19th show - June 19, 2014 - BrandStar
Beverage Metrics Names Bob Fenley President
Industry veteran recruited to bolster leadership team of market innovator. - June 18, 2014 - Beverage Metrics
Simply Fresh Bringing Fresh Produce to North Carolina Residents
Simply Fresh NC is an online farm-to-table farmers market, delivering the freshest produce right to customers’ doors. Simply Fresh offers an on-demand and subscription delivery service that provides customers fresh fruits, vegetable and other products weekly. - June 18, 2014 - Simply Fresh NC
Kroger’s Women’s EDGE Group Hosts Shoe Drive at Its Triangle Stores June 20-29
Associates at Local Grocer Encourage Raleigh-Durham Community Members to Donate Shoes to Those in Need - June 18, 2014 - Kroger
Firewürst Launches “10,000 For 10,000” Summer Hunger Campaign
Local Restaurant Sets Goal to Sell 10,000 Hot Dogs in July and Pledges to Donate $10,000 to Support the Fight Against Childhood Summer Hunger - June 18, 2014 - Firewürst
Millstattersee Hotel Goes Green; Launches Eco-Friendly Solar Panels
Millstattersee's most historic hotel makes history anew celebrating its 130th founding anniversary this summer and joining Europe's bandwagon in embracing the latest in renewable power generation. - June 18, 2014 - Millstatt Hotel See-Villa
Lucky Dog Hot Sauce Launches Kickstarter Campaign
Self-funded start-up Lucky Dog Hot Sauce releases their new Día del Perro sauce exclusively through Kickstarter! - June 17, 2014 - Lucky Dog Hot Sauce
Summer Gets Cooler at Brick House Tavern + Tap with New Patio Potion Cocktails
Four tantalizing treats, served in shareable beakers, debut June 17. - June 17, 2014 - Brick House Tavern + Tap
Throw a Bachelor Party New Orleans Style at the Revamped The Penthouse Club
The Penthouse Club is a venue like no other, a special oasis for New Orleans’ most established gentlemen. New and improved features and a recent remodeling of the space makes The Penthouse Club the prime locale to celebrate a bachelor party New Orleans Style. - June 17, 2014 - The Penthouse Club
Sabana Foods Opens Distribution to DC Through Partnership with Bestworld Supermarket
Residents of the nation's capital will now be able to purchase Sabana Foods products at Bestworld Super Market in Mount Pleasant. - June 16, 2014 - Sabana Foods
TasteTV Releases Video Guide of Luxury Car Gifts for Dads
TasteTV picks stylish and cool gifts for the luxury car lover who also happens to be a father. Brands include Tesla, Maybach, Lotus, Porsche and BMW. - June 15, 2014 - TasteTV
SGS United Kingdom Ltd. Announces Extended CB Accreditation Scope to Include Medical Devices
SGS United Kingdom Ltd. is proud to announce it has extended their CB accreditation scope to include medical devices testing in new custom-built testing laboratory. - June 15, 2014 - SGS
SGS Provides Updates on Amended Food and Drug Regulations on Halal Food Labeling in Canada
On 23 April 2014 the Government of Canada amended the Food and Drug Regulations for food products labeled with Halal claims. - June 14, 2014 - SGS
Foodie Dice Creators Launch Second Product to Inspire Creativity in the Kitchen
Two Tumbleweeds launches its second campaign, Mixology Dice, to encourage patrons to "mix it up" by rolling a set of eight wooden dice to create new handcrafted cocktail combinations - June 14, 2014 - Foodie Dice
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Announces It’s Plans to Open in El Paso
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 latest expansion move into the city of El Paso. It has confirmed a signed lease at 889 Gateway Blvd., within the Fountains... - June 14, 2014 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
The Balancing Act® on Lifetime Talks Testing for Heart Disease Risk, Surprising Benefits of Famed Honey
PAML, Comvita take center stage on June 17th show. - June 14, 2014 - BrandStar
International Gourmet Chocolate & Sweets Boutique Entices Sarasotans
Dulcefina Chocolates & Sweets recently opened in the heart of Sarasota, South Florida. The confectionary gem is stocked with an assortment of over 500 delicious nuggets from all over the world. - June 13, 2014 - Dulcefina Chocolate and Sweets
Eaton’s Cooper Lighting Shines Light on Creating Ambience, Going Green on Designing Spaces™ on Lifetime®
In this first segment of a two-part miniseries on “Innovations in Lighting and Control for Today’s Homeowner”, viewers will see the functionality and design elements of LED Lighting on June 13th Show. - June 13, 2014 - BrandStar
SGS Announces Acquisition of RF Technologies Ltd. in Japan
SGS is pleased to announce the acquisition of RF Technologies Ltd., in Yokohama, Japan. - June 13, 2014 - SGS
Citibank® Returns to Designing Spaces™ on Lifetime® to Lend Expertise on Buying a First Home
In the segment, “A First Time Homebuyer Education: Tips for Buying Your First Home”, Maria Zywiciel from Citibank, N.A. demystifies the mortgage process - June 12, 2014 - BrandStar
The Balancing Act® Airing on Lifetime® Talks Solution for Contact Lens Care, Crosses Northern Border to Explore Gateway
Clear Care® plus Canadian Museum of Immigration Take Center Stage on June 13th Show - June 12, 2014 - BrandStar
General Parts Group Will be Joining the Oklahoma "School Nutrition Super Heroes" at the Renaissance Tulsa Convention Center
General Parts Group will be joining the Oklahoma “School Nutrition Super Heroes” at the Renaissance Tulsa Convention Center June 16th thru 18th, 2014. This year’s theme for the 68th Annual School Nutrition Association of Oklahoma’s yearly Conference is supportive of those... - June 12, 2014 - General Parts Group
Direct from the Source Seafood - Old Port Seafood Gets It to Your Door Overnight
Old Port Seafood is the freshest option for Atlantic Seafood. Fresh picked lobster meat, Fresh Jonah Crab Meat, Clams, Mussels, Live Lobster, Scallops and much more are available for overnight delivery at the best rates available. - June 12, 2014 - Old Port Seafood
Summer Holidays in Austria Slated at Hotel See-Villa
Summer Holidays in Austria are magnificent with Hotel See-Villa's renovations and refurbishments taking luxury guest experience to a higher level. - June 12, 2014 - Millstatt Hotel See-Villa
SGS Update - New Standard on Maximum Residue Levels of Pesticides to Improve Food Safety in China
On 20 March 2014, the National Health and Family Planning Commission of the Republic of China announced No 4/2014, National food safety standard on maximum residue levels (MRLs) of pesticides in food (GB 2763-2014). - June 11, 2014 - SGS
Old Greenwich Fine Wines Opens to the Public
After six months of darkened windows, the space adjacent to the Rummage Room and Upper Crust Bagel Shop in Old Greenwich, CT has been re-modeled and is now home to the newly opened Old Greenwich Fine Wines. The new owner, Robert Zalkin, has transformed the former AOC Wines space into a welcoming... - June 11, 2014 - Old Greenwich Fine Wines
Villa Selva on Siesta Key to Host All Heart Fund Soiree
Don and Rebecca Connelly, together with Manor of Taste International, will host a safari-themed soiree to benefit the All Heart Fund. - June 09, 2014 - Manor of Taste International
Cedar Lake Cellars Introduces New Chocolates
St. Louis winery teams up with local chocolatier to offer sweet creations. - June 08, 2014 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Vinously Speaking Wine Shop to Host Special Event
Independence Day v. Bastille Day | USA v. France | Food & Wine Tasting | Saturday, July 14th (2pm - 8pm) - June 08, 2014 - Vinously Speaking
TLC Ingredients Hosts Congressman Bill Foster
Rep. Bill Foster (D-Ill.) visited TLC Ingredients to learn more about their business and the chemical distribution industry. - June 08, 2014 - TLC Ingredients
SGS Announces EU to Amend General Safety and Performance Requirements on Medical Devices Concerning Hazardous Substances
On 12 March 2014, the EU Parliament completed a final vote on a proposal for a regulation regarding medical devices, amending Directive 2001/83/EC, Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 and Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 (1). An important revision concerns the use of phthalates in medical devices. - June 08, 2014 - SGS
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Announces it’s First Location in Louisiana
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 latest expansion move into the state of Louisiana. The first of several locations will open at 6401 Bluebonnet Blvd. in... - June 08, 2014 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
SGS Provides Updates on World Health Organization's Draft Guidelines on Free Sugars Intake
On 05 March 2014 the World Health Organization (WHO) published their draft guidelines on free sugars intake. Free sugars include mono and disaccharides added to food and sugars naturally present in honey, syrups, fruit juices and fruit concentrates. Recommendations were provided on the consumption of free sugars to reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases in adults and children. They requested public comment until 31 March 2014. - June 07, 2014 - SGS
SGS Informs on US Government 2013 Food Safety Progress Report
On 17 April 2014 the United States Center for Disease Control and Prevention (US CDC) released the 2013 Food Safety Progress Report. US CDC reports that limited progress has been made to reduce foodborne illness in the US. - June 07, 2014 - SGS
The Alley Cat Lounge at Five O’Clock Steakhouse & Wicked Urban Grill to Host Vintage Car Show Benefiting Wounded Warrior Project and Drew Nachreiner Cerebral Palsy Fund
On Sunday, June 8, 2014, Milwaukee’s iconic Five O’Clock Steakhouse and co-sponsor Wicked Urban Grill, will host a vintage car show benefiting Wounded Warrior Project and the Drew Nachreiner Cerebral Palsy Fund. From 2-6pm, guests can peruse the collection of vintage and custom cars... - June 07, 2014 - Five O'Clock Steakhouse
Join the Burlington Beer Festival Kick-Off at Village Square on June 21
Join a selection of Ontario craft brewers as they celebrate the countdown to Burlington’s inaugural Burlington Beer Festival with an exclusive outdoor tasting event held at Village Square in downtown Burlington on Saturday, June 21. The event marks the start of the official countdown to the... - June 07, 2014 - Burlington Beer Festival
Triangle Area Krogers Host Savor World Flavor: Taste of Mexico Customer Event
"Savor World Flavor" Event to Showcase New Products, Cooking Demos and Food Sampling - June 06, 2014 - Kroger
Mrs. Renfro's Salsas Head Down Under
Australia becomes the sixth international market for the Fort Worth, Texas salsa maker. - June 06, 2014 - Renfro Foods, Inc.