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Murphy Distributors Launches Spirits Division
Murphy Distributors located in Branford, CT is proud to announce the launch of its Spirits division. Concurrent with the launch of the division is the new distribution of Kennedy's, a line of fine Irish whiskey in the United States. Murphy Distributors is the exclusive distributor of Kennedy's in... - July 19, 2014 - Murphy Distributors
Sonata Bistro Launches Delivery and Corporate Catering Program to Serve Businesses in Downtown San Diego
Sonata Bistro, which recently opened at San Diego Symphony Towers along with High Note Cafe, has introduced a catering program and is now delivering to businesses and groups throughout the downtown area. Owned and operated by celebrated chef and restaurateur, Giuseppe Ciuffa of Giuseppe... - July 19, 2014 - Giuseppe Restaurants and Fine Catering
Living Natural Today Set to Raise US $ 5,500 Through Crowdfunding Platform Indiegogo for Radio Show
Living Natural Today Set to Raise Funds Through Crowdfunding Platform Indiegogo for Health and Wellness Radio Show Launch - July 18, 2014 - Living Natural Today
Cincinnati Food & Wine Classic Tickets on Sale This Weekend
Cincinnati Food + Wine Classic Tickets on Sale Today; First Local Celebration to Offer Grand Tastings, Demos, Competitions, Seminars, and After-Parties - July 18, 2014 - Cincinnati Food & Wine Classic
Carolina Material Handling, Inc., Acquires Carolina Casters
Greensboro-based Carolina Material Handling, Inc. (CMH), announced its acquisition of High Point-based Carolina Casters. The two privately held companies officially completed the sale June 15, 2014. Founded in 1971 by John L. Middleton, Sr., CMH has grown from stocking a few hand-trucks and one... - July 17, 2014 - Carolina Material Handling
Dimples BBQ Sauce Goes Spicy
The family business, Jarico, Inc., makers of Dimples BBQ Sauce, is pleased to announce the addition of a Spicy version of their award-winning sauce. "We're giving the people what they've been asking for," said Rich Campana, Owner of Jarico, Inc. "It has been a long time coming, but... - July 17, 2014 - Jarico, Inc.
SGS Becomes First Worldwide Accredited Laboratory to Obtain CB Certificate for Photovoltaic Systems
SGS, the world’s largest independent inspection, verification, testing and certification service provider announces new accreditation for photovoltaic (PV) inverter manufacturers to obtain the CB Certificate according to the related IEC standards. - July 17, 2014 - SGS
U-Haul Helps Students Box it Up on Designing Spaces™ on Lifetime®
In the segment, “Packing Up for College,” Sophia Hutchinson from Collegeboxes offers solutions for packing up and storing dorm room belongings in special “Kids Spaces – Back to College” episode - July 17, 2014 - BrandStar
Banana Boat® Doesn’t Let Sun Slow Down Family Fun on Designing Spaces™ on Lifetime®
July 24th edition of “Kids Spaces” shines light on the importance of sun care protection during summer sports and outdoor activities, with Dr. Ellen Marmur. - July 17, 2014 - BrandStar
Plantronics Talks Keeping Students in the Game on Designing Spaces™ on Lifetime®
In the segment, “Innovations in Entertainment and Communication for Today’s College Student”, Jenny Scothorn, offers solution for audio multitasking on Kids Spaces – Back to College” episode. - July 17, 2014 - BrandStar
Does Algal DHA Support at-Risk Pregnancies?
Source-Omega (http://www.source-omega.com) reported today a 2014 omega-3 conference speaker presented preliminary data from the KUDOS Study (Kansas University DHA Outcome Study) that supports their own conservative public health positions on DHA intake by pregnant mothers. The company’s Chief... - July 16, 2014 - Source-Omega
Arrowhead Grill Celebrates Summer with New Light and Delightful 3-Course Prime Rib Dinner Each Sunday and Monday ‘til Summer’s End
Arizona restaurant Arrowhead Grill debuts new summer menu created by Chef Charles Wade Schwerd. - July 16, 2014 - Arrowhead Grill
Cyclists, Triathletes, and Runners Benefit from Switchback Wellness' Unique Approach to Weight Loss and Performance Nutrition
Switchback Wellness LLC, is proud to announce the release of their updated programs and nutritional systems for endurance athletes. Cyclists, triathletes, and runners will benefit from an easy, all you can eat approach to slimming down in order to get faster and more fit. - July 16, 2014 - Switchback Wellness
Savannah Cupcake Takes Off with Ben's Chili Bowl at National Airport
After 50+ years in business, the historic landmark restaurant, "Ben's Chili Bowl" is jumping on the cupcake bandwagon. - July 16, 2014 - Savannah Cupcake
Magic Chef Adds a Little Magic to Dorm Rooms on Designing Spaces™ on Lifetime®
In the segment, Mike Cartozzo from Home Depot shows college student appliance solutions for her dorm room in special “Kids Spaces – Back to College” episode. - July 16, 2014 - BrandStar
Transformations Treatment Center to Appear in Miniseries on Balancing Act® Airing on Lifetime®
Four segments will cover topics from “Getting to the Root of a Problem” to “Reclaiming Your Life” by breaking the chains of addiction. - July 16, 2014 - BrandStar
LA VIDA Wines Inc. Celebrates Their Launch on Kickstarter
Wine import company searches crowd funding. - July 15, 2014 - LA VIDA Wines
Fine Dining Taken to a New Level in Central New Jersey
Acacia, a restaurant now known for creative, inventive American cuisine, continues to shine in the Lawrenceville/Princeton area. Since Joseph Immordino, an established and successful restaurateur, took ownership of Acacia in 2007, he shifted the focus to keeping up with current trends in fine... - July 15, 2014 - Acacia
Juicer Heroes Expands to Frisco, Texas. San Antonio-Based Raw, Fresh Juice Bar Announces Their Grand Opening.
Juicer Heroes, founded in early 2012 has pioneered the Local, Organic Raw Juicing Industry. Founded by Jason & Joshua Taylor for health reasons, the brothers committed to sharing what they learned with the world. Unique in that Juicer Heroes is committed to educating and empowering every person that walks in the door. They adopted a Superhero theme to appeal to children. Featuring local, organic produce, using the highest rated Cold Pressed juicers and featuring glass bottles. Simply the Best. - July 14, 2014 - Juicer Heroes
International Luxury Hotel Association Fast Forward 2020 Conference
Hoteliers from around the globe will be gathering in Washington DC, to discuss Future Trends, new Technology and Best Practices in the luxury hotel industry. - July 13, 2014 - International Luxury Hotel Association
IP TechEx Facilitates Exclusive North American License to Bring vH Essentials® PMS Relief Formula to the Market
Lake Consumer Products has acquired from Back Bay Scientific the exclusive rights to a clinically tested over the counter product for the management of changes in mood, appetite, and the ability to concentrate during Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS). - July 13, 2014 - IP Technology Exchange, Inc.
Cedar Lake Cellars Introduces New Homemade Wine Slushies
St. Louis winery adds seven frozen drink flavors. - July 12, 2014 - Cedar Lake Cellars
SGS Informs on European Parliament Clarified Definition and Labeling Rules for Genetically Modified Pollen in Honey
Directive 2014/63/EU of the European Parliament was published in the Official Journal and defines pollen as a natural constituent of honey, rather than an ingredient. - July 11, 2014 - SGS
SGS Provides Updates on EU’s Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed 2013 Annual Report
The Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) annual report 2013 notifies on an all-time high for pathogenic microorganisms in food. 642 notifications concerning pathogens in food were reached with a 40% increase compared to 2012. The main increase in notifications was for pathogens in meat and bivalve mollusks. - July 11, 2014 - SGS
Extending Its Supply Line, Lehr Mckeown Marketing Associates Inc. Brings More Options to the Market
Lehr McKeown Marketing, a local manufacturer’s representative sales agency, has recently added more equipment manufacturers in its supply line. The company helps local manufacturers and suppliers market and sell food service equipment in New York through its creative marketing plans. The... - July 11, 2014 - LMM Reps
Pillsbury Wine Co Builds New Winery Facility in Arizona
New Zealand film director Sam Pillsbury constructs new wine production facility at his vineyard in Willcox, AZ. - July 10, 2014 - Pillsbury Wine Company
AWNEX Garners Near-Perfect Score in Leading QSR Brand Evaluation
The developer of architectural canopies, awnings, sunshades, decorative slat walls and advanced drive thru technologies for the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) and other retail industries has earned an “A” grade in a supplier evaluation conducted by a top 5 U.S. Quick Service Restaurant brand. - July 10, 2014 - Awnex Inc.
CH@T Vodka Awarded Gold Medal at The Fifty Best Domestic Vodka Tasting Event
TheFiftyBest.com Holds the Largest Tasting of Domestic Vodkas, Ever - July 10, 2014 - Chat Vodka LLC
The Balancing Act® on Lifetime Visits Orphan Drug Congress; Talks Grilling with Probiotic Foods; Natural Oral Hygiene
World Orphan Drug Congress, Comvita and Bubbies take center stage on July 11th show. - July 10, 2014 - BrandStar
Detectamet’s Switch2Stitch Banishes Staples from Food Processing Areas
Detectamet’s new stapleless staplers secure up to 8 pages and remove the need to use staples in a food production area. This reduces the risk of dangerous metal contamination of food and is specified within the contractual conditions demanded by several own brand marketing companies and retailers. - July 10, 2014 - Detectamet
Introducing Taste Seattle Food Tour’s Beach, Bikes and Bites Tour
A fun new tour on Alki Beach that combines a flat bike ride along the beach with tantalizing beach cuisine all while learning a little more about the history and culture of this beach neighborhood. - July 09, 2014 - Taste Seattle Food Tours
Iconic New York Ice Cream Brand CHIPWICH Launches a Kosher Gelato
Born in NYC the famous ice cream brand CHIPWICH has returned from Italy and has launched a Kosher Gelato to all CHIPWICH fans throughout the USA. - July 09, 2014 - Retrobrands USA LLC
Bastille Day Means Bon Appetit at Bistrot Zinc
Marie Antoinette, in full costume, will pass out complimentary cake to guests on Bastillle Day. - July 09, 2014 - Bistrot Zinc
H.E.A.R.T. Animal Rescue and The Painting Vine Team up for Charity
On Saturday, July 12th, H.E.A.R.T. Animal Rescue and the Merchants of the Renaissance Building located in Destin, will be hosting an event to support the animal rescue. The event will consist of a wine-walkabout throughout the shops of Ella Madison Boutique, Sadie Lane Revolving Loft, Dippin Dots, and The Painting Vine. The Painting Vine will host an art and gift raffle, along with wine for purchase. Paint Your Pet, painting party will be at 7pm. All proceeds go to H.E.A.R.T. - July 09, 2014 - The Painting Vine
R. Lee Ermey to Host Military Makeover Series with Operation Homefront on Designing Spaces™ Airing on Lifetime® TV
TV and screen actor, and former U.S. Marine drill instructor teams up with Designing Spaces and Operation Homefront to Host “Designing Spaces of Hope Military Makeover – A Home for the Holidays” series that will renovate the home of a wounded veteran and his family. - July 08, 2014 - BrandStar
EFFi Foods Eco Friendly Foods Initiatives Announces Partnership with 1% for the Planet
EFFi Foods® (www.effifoods.com) joined 1% for the Planet (1%), pledging to donate 1% of annual sales to support non-profit organizations focused on sustainability. “Signing on to 1% for the Planet shows EFFi Foods® has a strong commitment to investing in sustainability... - July 08, 2014 - EFFi Foods
Water Tower Fine Wines Launches Virtual Website Powered by drinkFind
Water Tower Fine Wines, a wine store on Cincinnati’s east side that features over 2,000 fine wines from around the world, has launched a Virtual Website on the drinkFind Adult Beverage Network to serve and grow their fine wine customers. - July 06, 2014 - drinkFind.com
Seminole Heights Breweries Collaborate on a Beer for Neighborhood Market
Southern Brewing and Florida Avenue Brewing Co recently collaborated on a new beer to be released at the next Seminole Heights Market at Southern. - July 05, 2014 - Southern Brewing & Winemaking
Earth’s Healing Cafe Expands to the Heart of Downtown
Earth's Healing Cafe, which offers organic cold-pressed juice, smoothies and raw vegan entrees and desserts, recently opened its 2nd location at Illinois Center (111 E Wacker) on the concourse level. Earth’s Healing Cafe is introducing the employees and transients of Illinois Center to healthy options on the go, promoting its message of “food as medicine”. - July 04, 2014 - Earth's Healing Cafe
Rescue Chocolate Becomes B Certified Corporation
A chocolate company with ties to animal rescues recently received B Corporation certification. Rescue Chocolate announced the award yesterday. The company is based in Brooklyn, New York, and was founded in January 2010. B Corporations are relatively new. While they are for-profit companies, they... - July 03, 2014 - Rescue Chocolate
Westfro Expands Capacity and Ensures Quality with Investment in Bühler’s SORTEX Sorting Solutions
SORTEX optical sorting technology supports quality and growth in frozen vegetable production for Westfro in Belgium. - July 03, 2014 - Buhler Sortex Ltd.
SGS Informs on Amendments to Food Labeling Regulations in South Africa
On 29 May 2014, South Africa published draft amendments to the Food Labeling regulations R429 with comments period open until 29 August 2014. - July 03, 2014 - SGS
SuperMeal.pk: Leading Food Ordering Portal Redefined
Having served scores of food lovers in Pakistan with state-of-the-art food ordering technology, Foortal.pk recently upgraded its brand identity as ‘SuperMeal.pk’ to get aligned with its global ventures under the same corporate flag. Being in line with its recently launched business... - July 03, 2014 - Supermeal
DRAM Digital Device Class Action Settlement
TopClassActions.com provides claim filing instructions for the DRAM class action lawsuit settlement. - July 02, 2014 - Top Class Actions, LLC
Dandies Vegan Marshmallows the First Marshmallow to be Non-GMO Project Verified
Chicago Vegan Foods is proud to announce that Dandies Vegan Marshmallows are the first marshmallows to be Non-GMO Project Verified. An all natural, cruelty-free alternative to the traditional marshmallow, Dandies Vegan Marshmallows have been made in the Chicago area since 2009. Chicago Vegan Foods... - July 02, 2014 - Chicago Vegan Foods
Embrace the Spirit of Ramadan at the Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort
The Sheraton Jumeirah Ramadan Tent brings to town the true "Ramadan Nights" - July 02, 2014 - Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort
Powell’s Sweet Shoppe to Merge with Lolli and Pops, Inc.
Lolli and Pops and Powell’s Sweet Shoppe today announced their plans for Powell’s Sweet Shoppe to merge with Lolli and Pops. Lolli and Pops currently has 7 stores under its namesake brand, and 12 stores under the Candyopolis brand. This merger will bring an additional 16 locations under the Lolli and Pops umbrella. - July 01, 2014 - Lolli and Pops
The Royal Pavilion - Royal Fine Dining Unfolds at the Prime Address in Ho Chi Minh City
The Royal Pavillion, a fine dining restaurant, made its debut on 16 June on level 4 of Times Square, a luxury mixed used development located in Ho Chi Minh City’s central business district consisting of retail space, premium office space, serviced apartments and The Reverie Saigon. The restaurant is one of several food and bevearge outlets at The Reverie Saigon, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World that is set to debut towards the end of 2014. - June 30, 2014 - The Reverie Saigon Hotel
Spring into Summer - Cid Botanicals’ Free Recipe Guide Features Healthy, Low-Cal Favorites
Nutritional products company, Cid Botanicals (www.cidbotanicals.com) is celebrating summer with the release of its new stevia recipe booklet, Summertime Favorites featuring easy, healthy treats perfect for warm weather picnics and barbeques. - June 30, 2014 - Cid Botanicals
Virginia’s Largest Food Co-Op Takes on Broken Food System with Crowdfunding Campaign
The produce on grocery store shelves typically takes a week to get there after it's harvested. By then only 60% of its nutrient value is left. It has also lost much of its flavor. "Our food system is broken," concludes Duane Slyder, founder and managing director of The Farm Table, Virginia's largest food co-op. To help fix it, The Farm Table is launching a crowdfunding campaign to help more families and farmers. - June 28, 2014 - The Farm Table