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AguaMala Craft Beer Available in California
Beers from the award winning Mexican craft brewer AguaMala are now available in the United States. Distribution begins immediately for Southern California cities with projected distribution in the San Francisco Bay Area beginning early 2015. “We are excited and ready to serve the California... - December 14, 2014 - Grdloc Partners LLC
Cedar Lake Cellars Introduces New Wine Pouring System
St. Louis winery utilizes tool that safeguards against oxidation. - December 13, 2014 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Boneshaker Brewing Company Announces Expansion, Launch of Second Brand
The Black Vinyl Ale Project will produce exclusively Barrel-Aged and Sour beers. - December 11, 2014 - Boneshaker Brewing Company
Murphy Distributors Recognizes 81 Year Anniversary of End of Prohibition
81 year Anniversary of Prohibition Ending - December 06, 2014 - Murphy Distributors
Cedar Lake Cellars Hires New Director of Operations
St. Louis winery venue adds seasoned professional to its team. - December 03, 2014 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Arts & Artisans Day Returns to the Central Sarasota Farmer's Market in Sarasota, Florida
In Time for the Holidays, Arts & Artisans Day Returns to the Central Sarasota Farmer's Market on December 6. - November 30, 2014 - Central Sarasota Farmer's Market
Morton Grove Winter Farmers' Market Sat, Dec. 6th 9-2
Winter Market Details; Who: The Morton Grove Farmers’ Market; What: Indoor Winter Markets; When: The first Saturdays of December and February; Saturday, December 6th 9:00 am – 2:00 pm; Saturday, February 7th 9:00 am – 2:00 pm; Where: Village of Morton Grove American Legion Memorial Civic Center 6140 Dempster Street, Morton Grove, IL 60053. - November 29, 2014 - Morton Grove Farmers' Market
Gourmet Gluten-Free Baking is Here with Kickstarter Campaign to Fund Cookie Company Rebranding and Non-GMO Seal
Today the Half-Baked Baking Company, founded in 2012, launched its first Kickstarter campaign to bring a new range of gourmet gluten-free cookie mixes to the masses this holiday season. - November 28, 2014 - The Half-Baked Baking Company
POPtions Popcorn Announces E-Gift Certificates Now Available
POPtions Popcorn is proud to announce that E-Gift Certificates are now available at poptionspopcorn.com. “POPtions is happy to announce that we have recently implemented the availability to purchase e-gift certificates on our website,” says Andrew Freundlich, founder of POPtions. - November 26, 2014 - POPtions!
Cedar Lake Cellars Wins Industry Award
St. Louis winery venue recognized by industry professionals. - November 26, 2014 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Poptions Popcorn Announces Free Shipping for the Holidays
POPtions Popcorn is happy to announce that they are offering free shipping for the holidays. “We are very excited to offer to our customers a free shipping offer,” says Andrew Freundlich, founder of POPtions. With any purchase of $50 or more, shoppers will qualify for free shipping by... - November 22, 2014 - POPtions!
The Pizza Press Set to Open Second Location This December
The fast casual, build-your-own pizza restaurant will open its doors in Old Towne Orange with a Great Pizza Giveaway. - November 21, 2014 - Pizza Press
American Small Business is Thriving
Cottage Craft Works finds a market niche with back-to-basics sustainable living lifestyle products. It’s a refreshing step back into time to find things still being made in America using thick metals and quality solid hardwoods without the influence of synthetic plastics and chemical altered processes. - November 19, 2014 - Cottage Craft Works
POPtions Popcorn Announces Return of Holiday Flavors Featuring Bissingers Chocolate
POPtions Popcorn is relaunching two flavors featuring Bissinger’s Chocolate for the holiday season; Holiday CeleBERRYation! and Peppermint Poppy! “We are very excited bring back two very popular and decadent flavors for Holiday 2014,” says Andrew Freundlich, founder of POPtions. - November 19, 2014 - POPtions!
New Chocolate Bars Are Low Glycemic and Benefit Animal Rescues
Three new chocolate bars have recently been introduced by Rescue Chocolate, the 4-year-old B Corporation which donates all profits to animal rescue organizations. - November 18, 2014 - Rescue Chocolate
Saving the Goldfish Tavern is a True Community Project
The group trying to re-open Tacoma’s iconic 1933 tavern in Pt Defiance has turned to the local community using social media to map out its future. The Defiant Goldfish is letting them choose everything from the new name and layout of the bar stools, to what kind of games it will have and where to put the bar. - November 15, 2014 - The Defiant Goldfish
Murphy Distributors Supports “Movember” Men’s Health Campaign & Awareness
Murphy Distributors participates in Movember worldwide movement to promote awareness of men’s cancer. - November 14, 2014 - Murphy Distributors
Local Vancouver Bakery Notte's Bon Ton Pastry Receives Rave Reviews Online
Vancouver, BC-based bakery, Notte’s Bon Ton Pastry has announced that the company continues to receive the highest ratings and positive reviews across the online marketplace. Across listings websites such as Yelp and Trip Advisor, many visitors to the bakery have left positive comments on... - November 13, 2014 - Notte's Bon Ton Pastry
Inspiration/Vita Bakes Bakery, a Startup Bakery That Specializes in Unique Baked Goods and Pastries Will Attend Local Food and Wine Festival
Those attending Boca Raton’s annual Wine and Food Festival will enjoy Vita Bakes Bakery’s nutritiously fortified baked goods and pastries. - November 08, 2014 - Inspiration/Vita Bakes Bakery
Let’s Re-Open The Goldfish Tavern Together
Tacoma’s iconic tavern and local landmark, The Gold Fish Tavern is in desperate need of restoration to open as The Defiant Goldfish in early February, or it will lose it’s ability to stay a neighborhood gathering place forever. - November 07, 2014 - The Defiant Goldfish
Kroger Mid-Atlantic Donates $138,000 to Breast Cancer Research, Detection and Treatment
Local Division of Nation’s Largest Grocery Retailer Participated in Annual Sharing Courage Campaign to Benefit Area Cancer Organizations - November 06, 2014 - Kroger
Blue Ridge Jams Introduces a New Flavor of Jalapeno Pepper Jelly
Blue Ridge Jams has taken pepper jelly, jam, and preserves to a new level. The local manufacturer of homemade gourmet jams and jellies introduces a new flavor to the already extensive line of Jalapeno Pepper Jellies. Jalapeno Cherry Preserves includes a savory combination of Jalapeno Peppers mixed... - November 02, 2014 - Blue Ridge Jams
Cold Weather Increases Online Wine Purchases
Consumers stock up with 52% more wine as temperatures drop. - November 01, 2014 - Today's Wine
Cedar Lake Cellars Introduces New Wine
Latest addition is the first the St. Louis winery has introduced in two years - November 01, 2014 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Central Market General Store Adds Vendors
In Time for the Holidays, Several New Vendors Join the General Store at the Central Sarasota Farmer's Market in Sarasota, Florida - October 31, 2014 - Central Sarasota Farmer's Market
Arts & Artisans Day at the Central Sarasota Farmer's Market
Saturday, November 1, 2014. - October 30, 2014 - Central Sarasota Farmer's Market
Wild West Arizona Winery Good-to-Go in 4 Weeks
Pillsbury Wine Co has come full circle, with the recent addition of a Winery on its 100-acre vineyard property. Preceding first pick of the 2014 harvest, the winery came together using locally sourced dismantled buildings, abandoned refrigerated truck trailers, local construction, and electrical crews. They tracked down and pulled used equipment from an old winery and abandoned mines in the surrounding mountains, as well as acquired some used equipment from California. - October 29, 2014 - Pillsbury Wine Company
Announcing the New Barley and Vine Growlers Manager
Barley and Vine Growlers is pleased to announce their new Beer and Wine Department Manager, Robbie Jo Kelly. As Manager, she manages the purchases of nearly 400 bottled beers and the 27-tap growler bar, in addition to their growing wine department selections. "I'm excited to support the... - October 27, 2014 - Barley and Vine
C&S Wholesale Grocers Announces Hunger Action Month Contributions
To make a difference on behalf of children and families, C&S Wholesale Grocers, its employees and affiliate companies, participated in Hunger Action Month during September. The company announced grants to food banks and employee engagement initiatives to address domestic hunger. Contributions... - October 24, 2014 - C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
The Central Sarasota Farmer’s Market Celebrates Eat Local Week in Sarasota, Florida
Learn All About Local Food, Organic Food, Urban Chickens and Bees in a Special Presentation on October 25. - October 22, 2014 - Central Sarasota Farmer's Market
New Stars Andrew Bachelor and Cosondra Sjostrom Join the Cast of My Last Christmas the Movie
Introducing Andrew Bachelor "King Bach" and Cosondra Sjostrom to the cast of My Last Christmas The Movie. Cosondra Sjostrom a leading actress in Los Angeles. She is best known for her sketch comedy as a writer/actor and to her colleagues for her on set improv performances. Known Author... - October 17, 2014 - Vegan Unite
Executive Heads to Speak at Independent Trade Forum
Trade Intelligence would like to introduce this year's Independent Trade Forum speakers. - October 15, 2014 - Trade Intelligence
Eat, Drink, Carve and be Merry! A Family-Friendly Harvest Wine Event in Paso Robles.
Paso Robles' winery Chronic Cellars is hosting a free pumpkin carving event at the Chronic Cellars Tasting Room on October 18, 2014, for Paso Harvest Wine Weekend. - October 14, 2014 - Chronic Cellars
Seminole Heights Brewery Celebrates Oktoberfest and Autumn Harvest
Southern Brewing hosts an all day Oktoberfest and harvest celebration this Sunday. - October 11, 2014 - Southern Brewing & Winemaking
POPtions Popcorn Announces Launch of Mobile App
POPtions Popcorn is proud to announce the launch of the POPtions mobile app for Apple and Android. “POPtions is excited to announce the launch of our app,” says Andrew Freundlich, founder of POPtions. “Mobile apps are increasing in popularity for retailers, and we’re one of... - October 09, 2014 - POPtions!
Kroger Pharmacies Now Offering Annual Flu Shots
Nation’s Largest Grocery Retailer Provides Vaccine for Individuals Both with and Without Insurance, No Appointment Needed. - October 09, 2014 - Kroger
Notte’s Bon Ton Pastry & Confectionery Offers an Array of Custom Cakes for Special Occasions
Vancouver, BC-based Notte’s Bon Ton Pastry & Confectionery is now offering a complete range of custom cakes for their customers’ special occasions. Within their team, the bakery staff has several years of combined experience crafting sumptuous custom cakes for occasions such as... - October 09, 2014 - Notte's Bon Ton Pastry
Southern Reinvention Weekend Celebrates Today’s South and Elkmont, Alabama
Southern Reinvention weekend celebrates the life of the South, its vibrant cast of characters and the skills and culture of its residents. Hosted by Belle Chèvre, the artisan cheese company, this celebration takes place October 18, 2014 and will gather Southern artisans, craftspeople and artists in a giant celebration of Southern culture. - October 04, 2014 - Belle Chevre
Raise a Glass - Drink Pink for Breast Cancer Research
Murphy Distributors is using social media and asking for your participation to help raise money for Breast Cancer Research during October. - October 03, 2014 - Murphy Distributors
Meadowlark Vineyards Chosen as Top Producer of Red Wine by Sunset Magazine
Meadowlark Vineyards, a small family owned and operated winery in California, consistently produces award winning wines. - September 28, 2014 - Meadowlark Vineyards
Fresh Food Rescue Program Delivers 50 Million Pounds of Food Across Kroger Nation
Local Grocer Helps Alleviate Hunger and Raise Awareness About Food Insecurity - September 27, 2014 - Kroger
Three Local Raleigh and Durham Students Named 2014 Kroger Scholars
Children of Local Kroger Associates Each Receive $1,000 Scholarship to Assist with Educational Expenses. - September 24, 2014 - Kroger
New York Slice Company Opens in Sarasota, Florida
New Sarasota, Florida, Pizzeria Features Hand-Tossed New York-Style Pizza. - September 22, 2014 - New York Slice Company
Devils Backbone Debuts in the United Kingdom with American IPA
Devils Backbone announces the launch of American IPA to be sold outside of the United States. American IPA will be brewed by Banks's Brewery and released on tap at the 930 Wetherspoon pubs in the United Kingdom. - September 20, 2014 - Devils Backbone Brewing Company
Entrepreneurs Working to Keep Craft Brewers in Balance
It’s no secret that business has been booming for craft brewers in recent years. New Hop Shortage, Rising Prices, Hop Crisis headlines roll out nearly every week, but there’s more to it than the simple supply and demand issues that many report. Most brewers buy hops from hop brokers,... - September 18, 2014 - The Lupulin Exchange
The Trade Intelligence "Independent Trade Forum" Back by Demand
Trade Intelligence is proud to announce the 2014 edition of the Independent Trade Forum (ITF) Supplier Briefing, taking place on 12 November 2014 at the Astrotech Conference Centre, in Parktown, Johannesburg. The forum will be presented by leading South African independent retail and wholesale... - September 17, 2014 - Trade Intelligence
Kroger Mid-Atlantic Stores Now Hiring More Than 1,500 Employees
Local Division of National Grocer Expects to Fill Its Share Out of 20,000 Permanent Positions Nationwide - September 17, 2014 - Kroger
The Buckminster's Recipe Book is Loaded with Delicious and Nutritious Nut Milk Recipes
TMH Online is pleased to announce the release of the Buckminster’s complementary eBook loaded with a variety of easy to make recipes. - September 17, 2014 - TMH Online
POPtions Popcorn Announces Debut of a Taste of Fall Popcorn 3 Way Tin
POPtions Popcorn is proud to announce the debut of one of a new three way tin assortment, A Taste of Fall. “POPtions is excited to announce our newest 3 way tin, A Taste of Fall,” says Andrew Freundlich, founder of POPtions. “A Taste of Fall includes three specially selected... - September 09, 2014 - POPtions!
Sweet Grass Dairy Cheese Shop is on the Move
Blue Coop is officially closing and the Sweet Grass Dairy Cheese Shop will be occupying that space early October 2014. - September 04, 2014 - Sweet Grass Dairy