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VOM FASS Looks to Chicago for Franchise Opportunities

New possibilities arise for VOM FASS in the Chicagoland market. - February 22, 2013 - VOM FASS

Slawsa Spices Up "World Cabbage Day" on February 17th

Cabbage may just be the most under-rated vegetable amongst US consumers but the makers of Slawsa are looking to change minds by retraining consumer taste buds. Slawsa celebrates World Cabbage Day on Sunday, February 17th by spreading awareness about the health benefits of cabbage. Slawsa was... - February 17, 2013 - Nicole Foods

Economical and Gorgeous Wedding Cake Options

As spring approaches brides across the nation are gearing up for the start of 2013’s wedding season. Dresses need to be ordered, the venue chosen, guests invited, and of course a cake selected. With so many decisions to make and tasks needing attention, the expenses of throwing such an event... - February 06, 2013 - Bella Cupcakes Couture

Morton Grove Farmers Market Announces Vendors for February Winter Market

The Morton Grove Farmers' Market announces it's Winter Market Vendors. The February Winter Market will be on Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the American Legion Civic Center, 6140 Dempster St., Morton Grove, IL 60053 http://mgfarmersmarket.com/february-winter-market-vendors-announced. - February 01, 2013 - Morton Grove Farmers' Market

Chocolate Parties and More

Beacon, New York-based Gourmetibles/The Chocolate Studio, are pleased to announce the expansion of their Birthday Party options with the collaboration of local personality "Princess Wow." The Chocolate Studio currently hosts chocolate making parties in which guests create their own... - February 01, 2013 - Gourmetibles/The Chocolate Studio

Cocoa Family is Now Kosher & Passover Certified

Cocoa Family offers Kosher and Passover Certified Ingredients. - January 30, 2013 - Cocoa Family

Whole Foods Northern California Brings in El's Medleys

Gluten Free Snacks make debut on West Coast. - January 19, 2013 - El's Kitchen, Inc.

Candy Retailer, IT’SUGAR Proves Two is Better Than One with Debut of Nice Pairs Collection

IT’SUGAR is making Valentines Day’s more delicious than ever with the debut of their “Nice Pair” collection. Each gift contains products that not only amaze but also entertain recipients. Popin Cola Pair: This dynamic duo will have you seeing sparks! The World’s... - January 19, 2013 - IT'SUGAR

Chukar Cherries Offers New Cherry Heart Box for Valentine’s Day

Pacific Northwest chocolatier crafts all natural, locally made Valentine’s Day gifts. - January 16, 2013 - Chukar Cherry Company

Go Pack Go to Wisconsinmade.com for Packer Gifts

Packer fans nationwide can celebrate the green and gold with a variety of gifts that ship nationwide from Wisconsinmade.com. - January 11, 2013 - Wisconsinmade.com

El's Gluten-Free Medleys Roll Into the South and West

Publix, HEB in the South and Whole Foods NorCal make space for Medleys. - January 11, 2013 - El's Kitchen, Inc.

Somebody’s Mother’s to Debut New Sauces at the NASFT Winter Fancy Food Show

Somebody’s Mother’s Chocolate Sauce will debut three new dessert sauces at the National Association for the Specialty Food Trade’s 38th Winter Fancy Food Show, said company founder and president Lynn Lasher. The new flavors: Mocha (chocolate sauce infused with coffee and... - January 10, 2013 - Somebody's Mother's Chocolate Sauce

Chocwasabi® Launches Frozen Wasabi Hot Chocolate Mix

Rich, Creamy Hot Chocolate with a Hint of Wasabi for a Cold Winter’s Day - January 06, 2013 - Chocwasabi

GoodnessDirect Comments on Green Coffee Weight Loss Study

GoodnessDirect, a leading online provider of health foods, eco-friendly products and supplements, comments on a recent study which linked green coffee beans to weight loss. A study in international journal Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity claims that green coffee beans can aid with weight... - December 29, 2012 - GoodnessDirect

Bama Bully Rescue to Get a Sweet Deal from Rescue Chocolate

The “bully” dog breeds in Alabama will be the focus in January for the Rescue Chocolate company, which recently named Bama Bully Rescue (BBR) to receive a month’s worth of profits from chocolate sales. - December 21, 2012 - Rescue Chocolate

Harpers Ferry Wine & Gourmet Recommends Ten Must-Have Gourmet Gifts for Under $15

With the 2012 holiday shopping season coming, these budget friendly yet incredibly gourmet products are sure to bring delight. - December 06, 2012 - Whole Life Kitchens, LLC

Master Tea Blender Steve Schwartz of Art of Tea Takes Tea to a New Level

The Ritz Carlton Hotel of Los Angeles has tied up with Art of Tea to develop and offer a signature tea blend for their upcoming Holiday Elegance Tea program. - November 30, 2012 - Art of Tea

Dr. Oz Inspires Whole Life Kitchens to Produce a Brownie Mix Sweetened with Low Glycemic Coconut Palm Sugar

Dr. Oz Fan Wants to Help Other Oz Fans and America Eat Healthier with a Dark Chocolate Brownie Mix. - November 30, 2012 - Whole Life Kitchens, LLC

Whole Life Kitchens’ New Low Glycemic Brownie Mix Arrives Just in Time for the Holiday Season

Organic Coconut Palm Sugar Can Help Chocolate Lovers Eat a Little Healthier During the Holidays - November 27, 2012 - Whole Life Kitchens, LLC

Emergency Preparedness Leads to Large Donation to Local Food Bank

Local food band receives a generous donation of quick-cook meals thanks to the emergency preparations of others. - November 23, 2012 - SurvivalBased

POPtions Popcorn Announces Free Shipping for the Holidays

POPtions! Popcorn is happy to announce the return of 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, shoppers will qualify for free shipping by using the coupon code,... - November 23, 2012 - POPtions!

Abandoned Dogs of Puerto Rico to Benefit from Rescue Chocolate Company

The abandoned dogs of Puerto Rico will be the focus in December for the Rescue Chocolate company, which recently named The Sato Project to receive a month’s worth of profits from chocolate sales. The Sato Project was founded about a year ago. A non-profit organization, it is dedicated to... - November 21, 2012 - Rescue Chocolate

Chukar Cherries Hosts Holiday Open Houses

Tastings, prizes, and specials reward visitors to Chukar’s flagship store in Prosser - November 18, 2012 - Chukar Cherry Company

Inauguration of North America’s First Commercial Scale Wasabi Site on Vancouver Island

10-Acre greenhouse development opens door to further research of wasabi’s amazing healing properties. - November 17, 2012 - Pacific Coast Wasabi

Royal Hawaiian Macadamia Nut Company Formed to Bring Delicious, Better for You Macadamia Snacks to Consumers

Royal Hawaiian’s GMO Free, Gluten Free, Sulfite Free Savory and Crunch Macadamia Snacks Provide Balance in our Fast-Paced World. - November 14, 2012 - Royal Hawaiian

Chukar Cherries Publishes First Ever Business Gift Catalog

Corporate giving made easier with holiday catalog and discount program. - November 08, 2012 - Chukar Cherry Company

Morrows Nut House Launching Online Store November 3, 2012

Morrows Nuts, one of America’s oldest purveyors of Fresh Roasted Nuts and Fine Candies, will launch its online store, MorrowsNuts.com, on November 3, 2012. The products enjoyed by many for decades from Morrow’s Nut House and Morrow retail stores will now be available with the click of... - October 28, 2012 - Morrow's Nut House

Chukar Cherries Featured in Sea-Tac Airport’s Three New Duty-Free Stores

Duty-free stores to emphasize locally made products building revenue and jobs in Washington State - October 28, 2012 - Chukar Cherry Company

Colorado Ranching Family Opens Online All Natural Beef Store

A Roggen, Colorado ranching family opens a new online store that offers all natural, ranch raised beef directly to consumers. - October 26, 2012 - Huwa Reserve

YourSurprise.com Launches a New Personalised Phone Case for the iPhone 5

Within a week after the release of the iPhone 5, YourSurprise.com had already come up with a new personalised iPhone 5 case to help customise, protect and complement your new gadget. This novelty phone case can be printed full cover on all sides with your own photo, logo or text. - October 19, 2012 - YourSurprise.com

Rescue Chocolate Donates to St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center All November

St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center has been named the November 2012 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, the vegan chocolate company which donates 100% of its profits to various animal rescue organizations. Founded in 1939, St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center is dedicated to the humane treatment... - October 17, 2012 - Rescue Chocolate

Sticky Stacks Reinvents Pancakes, Syrups & Waffles

Sticky Stacks proudly releases its first generation of syrups, pancake mixes & combination packages that have a taste-bud-pleasing twist. Sticky Stacks, the new & premier breakfast company, is reinventing breakfast by infusing familiar toppings directly into its syrups and mixes. Sticky... - October 12, 2012 - Sticky Stacks

New Organic Mocha Chocolate Bar from Rescue Chocolate

A new coffee-flavored bar has entered the ranks of artisan dark chocolate products. Rescue Chocolate recently launched its Forever Mocha bar, featuring organic and fair-trade chocolate, coffee, and hazelnut praline. The bar gets its name from the dog whose photo is featured on the label. Mocha... - October 10, 2012 - Rescue Chocolate

Wisconsinmade.com Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month with 12th Annual Donation to Local Organizations

For the 12th year in a row, Wisconsinmade.com is making a donation for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. - October 05, 2012 - Wisconsinmade.com

Farm Animals to Benefit from Rescue Chocolate Sales in October

Can chocolate benefit farm animals? The answer is a qualified yes, as Farm Animal Rights Movement (FARM) will be the Rescue Chocolate beneficiary for October 2012. The dark chocolate company, whose products are only for human consumption, selects a different animal rescue organization to receive... - September 27, 2012 - Rescue Chocolate

SurvivalBased.com Helps Consumers Prepare for Difficult Times

As summer drought continues and the Gulf Coast cleans up the remnants of flood waters, a new website offering ideal and affordable emergency preparation solutions is launching. SurvivalBased.com was created as a place for people to find all their emergency preparations in one location. Visitors... - September 22, 2012 - SurvivalBased

Wooden Bridge Candles Illuminate Wisconsinmade.com

Wooden Bridge Candles brings Eco-friendly candles to the Wisconsinmade.com online gift store. - September 22, 2012 - Wisconsinmade.com

POPtions Popcorn Announces Introduction of Aged White Cheddar Popcorn

POPtions Popcorn is proud to announce the debut of their newest flavor, Vermont Aged White Cheddar. "We are very excited to introduce a flavor that has been frequently requested by our customers, White Cheddar," says Andrew Freundlich, founder of POPtions. “It’s a delicious... - September 20, 2012 - POPtions!

Sacred Heart (L5P), The Sugar Dolls, & Lucid Absinthe Superior Presents Day of the Cupcake

The Sugar Dolls, Lucid Absinthe, & Sacred Heart will present Day of the Cupcake 2012, taking place at Sacred Heart (L5P) & Five Spot on Saturday, October 6th, 2012. - September 19, 2012 - The Sugar Dolls

Just Add Wine with Gourmet Dip Mixes and More by Wine Seasonings

Wine Seasonings, a Wisconsin-based company, has created a variety of food mixes that make entertaining with wine easy. - September 15, 2012 - Wisconsinmade.com

POPtions Popcorn Announces Return of Free Shipping

POPtions Popcorn is happy to announce the return of free shipping. “We are very excited to offer to our customers a free shipping offer,” says Andrew Freundlich, founder of POPtions. With any purchase, shoppers will qualify for free shipping by using the coupon code, “Free... - September 12, 2012 - POPtions!

Connecticut Animals Get a Sweet Deal from Rescue Chocolate

Danbury Animal Welfare Society (DAWS) has been named the September 2012 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, the vegan chocolate company which donates 100% of its profits to various animal rescue organizations. DAWS is a volunteer-powered non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of... - September 07, 2012 - Rescue Chocolate

Sconnie Fans Nationwide Show Wisconsin Pride with Sconnie Nation Clothing

Two Wisconsin companies, Sconnie Nation and Wisconsinmade.com, pair up to bring Wisconsin fashion to the rest of the USA. - September 07, 2012 - Wisconsinmade.com

Gourmet Depot Now Declares No Gift Basket is Complete Without Their Gourmet Crackers

Gourmet Depot Canada, Inc. is widely considered by market professionals to be one of Canada’s leading distributors of exclusive gourmet food products. This amazing company caters to many clients across Canada including independently owned grocery stores, chain grocery stores, fine food... - August 17, 2012 - Gourmet Depot Canada Inc

Chukar Cherries Represents the Pacific Northwest on NPR’s “Americandy” Series

Dried, chocolate-covered cherries are nostalgic treat for Northwesterners. - August 11, 2012 - Chukar Cherry Company

Newport Adds More Quality Assurance Manpower in Asia

Jack’s Catch® brand seafood announces the expansion of its quality assurance team with the addition of veteran, Leonard “Lenny” Minster. A former employee of Kitchens of the Ocean and Red Chambers Co. This addition signals a change in Newport International’s purchasing and inspection program overseas. Leonard Minster will be the Director of all procurement and quality inspection for the Southeast Asia region. - August 11, 2012 - Newport International

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