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Small Town Mom Makes Big Impression
Following a successful weekend as a featured panelist and exhibitor at Chicago’s THRIVE Allergy Expo, Michele Fellows, owner of Sweet Alexis, creates beneficial relationships to further Allergy education and awareness. - May 13, 2009 - Sweet Alexis
San Angel Mole Named 2009 sofi ™ Silver Finalist by the National Association for the Specialty Food Trade
San Angel Mole Cascabel Sauce has been selected as a Silver Finalist in the 2009 sofi™ Awards from the National Association for the Specialty Food Trade, Inc. The sofi Awards recognize excellence in specialty foods and beverages in 33 categories and are a coveted industry honor. - May 12, 2009 - San Angel Mole Company, LLC
Paula Abdul and Natural Balance Kick Off National Guide Dog Month by Giving American Idol Singer Scott MacIntyre a Guide Dog
American Idol singer Scott MacIntyre received an incredible gift from Paula Abdul, as she presented him with a guide dog in honor of May being National Guide Dog Month. Paula, Natural Balance Pet Foods, Petco and indepedent pet stores nationwide are teaming to raise funds and awareness for guide... - May 11, 2009 - Natural Balance
Follow the Force in the Gym on Twitter
ABB’s Tweeting up breaking news, workout and diet tips, plus a whole lot more as Team_ABB on Twitter. - May 10, 2009 - Optimum Nutrition
IFBB Pro & ABB® Athlete George Farah Posts Top 5 Finish
American Body Building is all about hardcore training, and ABB® Athlete George Farah exhibits the results on stage. - May 07, 2009 - Optimum Nutrition
Local Cookie Company Celebrates Cinco de Mayo with the Launch of a New Website and Two Additional Tasty Treat Brands
Like Cinco de Mayo, The Lucky Cookie Company wants to share the tradition of celebration, by bringing fun and food to the party with their new website and lucky cookie treats. With three brands and over a dozen delicious cookie flavors, the unique and tasty cookie treats contain a message like a fortune cookie with a lucky twist... Fun. - May 07, 2009 - The Lucky Cookie Company
BioActor and Ferrer Grupo Sign Collaboration Agreement for BONOLIVE
BioActor and Ferrer Grupo announced a Collaboration Agreement to jointly market BioActor’s innovative bone health ingredient BONOLIVE in selected markets. BONOLIVE is a proprietary olive polyphenols formulation for bone health aimed at the prevention of age related osteoporosis. BONOLIVE has... - May 05, 2009 - Bio-Actor
Upscale Grocers, Club Stores, and Food Producers Now Have New Convenience Packaging Possibilities from Sealpac USA, LLC
Sealpac USA now providing new packaging technology possibilities for US and Canadian markets. Areas of significant impact exist with multipack, club store packaging, consumer convenience, and other application areas. Fresh food, cooked foods, convenience foods, and snack foods have direct applications; with separable trays consumer can use some, store some while maintaining stored package hermetic seal allow for expanded consumer convenience. - May 01, 2009 - Sealpac USA
New Das Lolli Lollipops Launch to Sweeten Recession Woes
Adventurous, all natural, uniquely flavored lollipops surprise, delight and dare with unexpected mouthwatering flavors. - April 30, 2009 - Das Foods LLC
Paula Abdul Joins Natural Balance Pet Foods and PETCO to Celebrate National Guide Dog Month in May
For nearly two years, the dog learns, practices and trains. All for the day when preparation pays off and the pup graduates as a certified guide dog and becomes a gift of independence for someone who can’t see. In honor of these hero dogs — and the training facilities that provide them... - April 30, 2009 - Natural Balance
Amazingly Fresh Organic and Raw Chocolate
Gnosis Chocolate, 13 amazing fresh flavors, all organic, raw and vegan. - April 27, 2009 - Gnosis Chocolate
ON Athletes in Top 10 at 2009 IFBB Europa Show of Champions
Popular ON Athletes place in the Top 10 competing at the 2009 IFBB Europa Show of Champions in Orlando. - April 24, 2009 - Optimum Nutrition
FruitFast® Launches New Website - Showcasing Company’s Superior Fruit Products
FruitFast®, an industry leader with international sales of all-fruit nutraceutical products, has unveiled a new website to reflect their focus on healthy living. Fruit juice concentrates, the original fruit softgels, USDA developed fruit bars and potent liquids are all highlighted on the updated brownwoodacres.com website. - April 24, 2009 - Fruit Fast
IFBB Figure Pro Hazal Nelson Joins Team ON
On two continents, and now as an ON Athlete, Hazal Nelson’s career as a professional figure competitor is going places. - April 23, 2009 - Optimum Nutrition
New Grass Bison Company Offers Carbon-Balanced Shipping
New Grass Bison Company announces it has begun offsetting the carbon emissions released while product is in transit with carbon credits, becoming the first shipper certified by GreenShip(TM). - April 22, 2009 - New Grass Bison Company
ON Travels to Germany & FIBO
A popular attraction at America’s biggest bodybuilding events, Optimum Nutrition will be in Essen, Germany April 23 – 26 for FIBO. - April 15, 2009 - Optimum Nutrition
Se Habla Espanol? Optimum Lifestyle Does
Now hard-training athletes can get ‘The Bigger Picture’ from Optimum Lifestyle magazine in Spanish, published free twice a year by Optimum Nutrition. - April 12, 2009 - Optimum Nutrition
Get a Quick Shot of Protein with ABB®’s New Puro Pro® Shot
ABB’s new Pure Pro® Shot packs a lot of high-quality protein into a small, easy to drink serving size. - April 09, 2009 - Optimum Nutrition
Natural Balance Pet Foods and Paula Abdul Team Up to Support Guide Dogs at Ceremony
Paula Abdul hosted a Guide Dog Graduation Ceremony at the Guide Dogs of the Desert facility in Palm Springs, California on Sunday, April 5th at 2 p.m. At the ceremony, seven U.S.Veterans received their guide dogs after having completed a training course. Paula, along with Natural Balance Pet... - April 08, 2009 - Natural Balance
Frito Lay Partners with Boca Java, Inc. to Send Gourmet Coffee to the Troops
Boca Java, Inc., a retailer of fresh-roasted gourmet coffee, announced today that they have matched a donation of $1,045 made by Frito Lay for Operation Million Cup, a coffee donation program supplying coffee to troops serving overseas. - April 08, 2009 - Boca Java, Inc.
Local Transportation Included for West Virginia Spring Agritourism Conference
The 2009 West Virginia Spring Agritourism Conference will be held April 26-29 in Harpers Ferry. West Virginia residents can include round trip transportation as part of their registration. Full day workshops on agricultural Good Handling Practices (GAP)/Good Handling Practices (GHP) and tourism group sales part of the extensive program. - April 06, 2009 - West Virginia Department of Agriculture-Oak Hill
ABB® to Sponsor 2009 NPC Natural Ohio Bodybuilding, Figure & Bikini Championships
For natural on stage bodybuilding, fitness, figure and bikini competition, all eyes will be on the NPC Natural Ohio event April 4th. - March 27, 2009 - Optimum Nutrition
ON Supports NPC Mid-Illinois Bodybuilding & Figure Championship
ON sponsors what promises to be an even bigger and better 2009 NPC Mid-Illinois Bodybuilding & Figure Championship, April 4th in Ottawa. - March 26, 2009 - Optimum Nutrition
Ugly Hermit Finds a Home in St. Paul's Episcopal Church
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, located in Waldorf, Maryland, has opened its doors and kitchen to the Ugly Hermit Cookie Company, a Maryland-based start-up. - March 23, 2009 - Ugly Hermit Cookie Company
New Website Revolutionizes the Way Consumers Buy Pet Food
Have you heard the saying, "you are are what you eat?" What does this mean for the four legged members of the family? - March 22, 2009 - HealthyPetFoodForLife
Americans Thirsty for Wisdom in Trying Times
Sip and Ponder… Tea startup blends fables with specialty tea. - March 20, 2009 - Aesop's Tea
Nation’s Largest Italian Ice Chain to Hold 17th Annual First Day of Spring Giveaway
Friday, March 20 will mark a “sweet” date for Italian Ice lovers – and those looking for a free dose of happiness in today’s troubled economy. Rita’s Franchise Company, the nation’s largest Italian Ice chain, will hold its 17th annual First Day of Spring Italian... - March 18, 2009 - Rita's Water Ice, Greenville, SC
Gluten-Free Brownie Company Announces Bakery Appointment
Heavenly Foods, Inc., producers of Sweet Baby Cakes Brownies and other gluten-free, grain-free baked goods, has announced the selection of Bellows House Bakery of North Walpole, NH, as its new co-packer. Bellows House will produce the company's line of brownies for distribution to health food... - March 18, 2009 - Heavenly Foods Inc.
Dudley’s Expands Bread Line and Distribution, Continues Wellness Advancements
Company Promotes Wellness Focus with Vita Rite and Vita Grain Vitamin Bread Launch Dudley’s Bakery, Inc. today announced two new Vitamin Breads as part of their nutrition and wellness initiative. Vita Rite Vitamin Bread is vitamin-enriched white bread. Vita Grain Vitamin Bread is... - March 17, 2009 - Dudley's Bakery
New Website Offers Healthy Alternatives to Store-Bought Pet Food
Harmful ingredients in, and contamination of, many commercial pet foods drive pet owners to search for healthier homemade alternatives. A new website provides hundreds of wholesome recipes. - March 17, 2009 - Pet Foodies
Get the Bigger Picture Following TeamOptimum on Twitter
Get regular Twitter 'Tweets' from TeamOptimum about fitness, diet and active lifestyles. - March 15, 2009 - Optimum Nutrition
Carrington Kicks Off Tea Party to Benefit State Food Pantries
Carrington Tea is one that wants to give back -- and is challenging other food companies in the state to do the same. - March 14, 2009 - Carrington Co. LLC
Howard University Alumni Launch Cookie Company with Hopes to Compete in $6 Billion Market
The Ugly Hermit Cookie Company hopes to compete in the $6 billion cookie market using a generations-old family recipe. - March 11, 2009 - Ugly Hermit Cookie Company
Boca Java, Inc. Extends Gourmet Coffee Line to Hospitality Industry
Boca Java, Inc., a leading retailer of fresh-roasted gourmet coffee, announced today the launch of their line to the hospitality industry. - March 11, 2009 - Boca Java, Inc.
Hot Dog Cart Manufacturer Opens New Location in US
Willy Dog, Ltd open up their fist US Hot Dog Cart showroom called Carts of America, Inc in Fort Wayne Indiana. The location will have a large warehouse showroom where customers can browse the newest models, purchase and take their purchase home the same day. Order and delivery options are also available at the new location. - March 05, 2009 - Carts of America, Inc
Earth's Sweet Pleasures Fudge Voted in the Top 5 by Mother Earth News
In the article "Chocolate! The Best of the Best of Organic, Fair Trade Chocolates," published Feb. 26, 2009, Earth's Sweet Pleasures Rich Rainforest Dark Gourmet Fudge Bar ranked in the Top 5. - March 04, 2009 - Earth's Sweet Pleasures
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Boca Java.com Hit Milestone in Continued Partnership
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) and Boca Java, Inc. today announced a new milestone reached in their continued partnership. Through its charitable efforts and product positioning, Boca Java’s contribution to the fight against the diseases now exceeds $75,000. - February 28, 2009 - Boca Java, Inc.
Merdeka Coffee Announces Expansion Plans for 2009
Bucking general negative sentiments in the retail sector, Merdeka Coffee has announced plans to open 4 new branches this year. - February 23, 2009 - Merdeka Coffee
Boca Java, Inc. Sends the Warmth of Coffee from Florida to Alaskan Sled Run
Boca Java, Inc., a retailer of fresh-roasted gourmet coffee, announced today they have provided the participants of the 2009 Serum Run '25 with enough coffee to help fuel their journey. - February 22, 2009 - Boca Java, Inc.
Source-Omega Founder Speaks on Microalgae Oil Omega-3 Replacements for Medical Fish Oils
Source-Omega, LLC announced today it will be presenting at the upcoming International Symposia on Bioinformatics for Biomedical and Ecological Applications in Prasanthi Nilayam, India. The conference is being held during February 20-21, 2009 at the renowned Sri Sathya Sai University and is organized by Biosciences Chair Professor Srirama Krupanidhi. - February 20, 2009 - Source-Omega
Get to the Bottom of Gold Standard 100% Casein™ with ON’s New E-Z Scoop Opening
With an E-Z Scoop Opening that lets consumers enjoy every last ounce of premium quality sports nutrition, Optimum Nutrition is distinguished once again for innovation. - February 20, 2009 - Optimum Nutrition
New Online Gourmet Coffee and Tea Retailer Changes Tack
Changes in Marketing Strategy to Keep with Winds of Economic Change. - February 12, 2009 - KamRo Imports & Distributing, LLC
JAVA Pink Campaign 2009
A portion of the sales from 2009 JAVA Pink gourmet gift purchases will be donated each year to breast cancer research and awareness. - February 08, 2009 - JAVA & Co. Small Batch Recipes
ON Mixes Up Sports Nutrition with New Chocolate Coconut Gold Standard 100% Whey™
The industry’s best selling protein powder with 5.5 grams of muscle-building branched chain amino acids per serving is now available in a delicious new chocolate coconut flavor. - February 08, 2009 - Optimum Nutrition
FruitFast® Celebrates National Cherry Month - Offers Special Pricing on Cherry Products
In honor of National Cherry Month, FruitFast is highlighting its leading Montmorency tart cherry products with special pricing for the month of February. - February 05, 2009 - Fruit Fast
Sweet, Affordable Luxury Making Truffles at Home is a Sweet Gesture - and Easy on the Pocketbook
In these trying times, boxes of designer truffles aren't as high on priority lists as they once were. This Valentine's Day, a little effort can go a long way with your sweetie. Chocolate truffles have long been a staple of Valentine’s Day giving. The price for hand rolled truffles varies... - February 02, 2009 - Celebration Generation
Scales New CEO at Little Lady Foods
Little Lady Foods welcomes new CEO to move company at an even faster pace. - January 28, 2009 - Little Lady Foods
Pelican Bay Ltd. Names Mary O’Donnell as CEO
Pelican Bay Ltd., a Florida based producer of gourmet baking, beverage and seasoning mixes, hires Mary O'Donnell, formerly of Robert Rothschild Farm, as new CEO. - January 27, 2009 - Pelican Bay Ltd.
Denver Ranked Among Top Walkable Cities
Denver ranks number 11 among the “Most Walkable” cities according to Walk Score, which calculates ratings from 1 to 100 for walkability. Walk Score believes walkable neighborhoods are one of the simplest and most effective solutions to halt climate change, improve our health, and... - January 25, 2009 - Metrolist, Inc
Chocolate Graphics Introduces New Limited Edition Obama Chocolates
Chocolate Graphics is pleased to announce the immediate availability of its new Limited Edition Obama Chocolates. A portrait of President-Elect Barack Obama is embossed in white chocolate on a four-inch milk chocolate square, complete with a white chocolate-embossed background of the American flag... - January 24, 2009 - Chocolate Graphics Intl. Franchising LLC