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Beyond Milk and Cookies is Now Live on Indiegogo
Introducing a newly formed nonprofit organization Beyond Milk and Cookies, Inc. The Beyond Milk and Cookies, Inc., a nonprofit organization, allows students from kindergarten through high school to experience hands on cooking which will develop practical life skills, and a foundation for healthy eating by assisting children on making their own after school snacks. - April 22, 2014 - Beyond Milk and Cookies, inc.
New - Wellness Herbal "Tea" Tins Now Available from Simpson & Vail
New - Wellness Herbal "Tea" Tins now available from Simpson & Vail. Introduced at the 2014 Coffeefest in New York, these new tisanes were well received! Simpson & Vail's new line of “Herbal Benefits” blends are hand-crafted, fresh and delicious. - April 10, 2014 - Simpson and Vail
Wholesale Buyers, Sellers and Processors Line Up for AIKIDO Bay Real-Time Live Lobster Auctions
Never in the history of the live lobster industry has such a radical concept caught the attention of so many. Fishermen, Co-ops, Wharves, Brokers, Major International Processors, Buyers and Sellers are latching onto the AIKIDO Bay service, refusing to be trapped by old marketing techniques. Users are signing up weekly to keep from being caught up in the confines of the limited market they have traditionally used. - April 03, 2014 - AIKIDO Bay, Inc.
A Sweet Success: Holm Made Toffee Co. Brings Home Two Awards from the Oregon Chocolate Festival
Holm Made Toffee Co. announced today that they were a big winner at the 10th Annual Oregon Chocolate Festival held over the weekend in Ashland, OR. The event was held March 7th – 9th at the Ashland Spring Hotel and featured over 30 of the states best artisan chocolate companies. Three... - March 23, 2014 - Holm Made Toffee Co.
Belle Chevre's Chevre de Provence Wins 2014 Cleanest Packaged Food Award from Prevention Magazine
Prevention Magazine has awarded Belle Chevre one of their prestigious Cleanest Packaged Food Awards, recognizing the cheese as all natural, clean, and good for you. The winning cheese, the Chevre de Provence, is a shelf-stable marinated chevre that is versatile and delicious, as well as healthy. - March 18, 2014 - Belle Chevre
SmartPrice: Two New Items to Fill Void in Extreme Value Retail Dessert Items
SmartPrice Sales & Marketing, Inc. has developed two new frozen dessert items and created a new brand that will debut in March 2014. - March 11, 2014 - SmartPrice Sales & Marketing, Inc
Chicago Prime Meat's President Ken Agojci Talks Home Delivery of USDA Prime Beef and Fresh Meats
Chicago Prime Meat’s President, Ken Agojci was kind enough to talk prime beef, the long-awaited start of grilling season, and why Chicago Prime Meats works as hard as it does to deliver top-quality seafood and meats to Glen Ellyn and the surrounding Suburbs. - March 07, 2014 - Chicago Prime Meats
Cid Botanicals Signs Exclusivity Agreement with Ecuador’s Sápara Nation
Cid Botanicals, a Miami-based nutritional products company is working with Ecuador's Sapara Nation to bring all natural, sustainable products to the North American market. The announcement was made today at the Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, CA. - March 05, 2014 - Cid Botanicals
Belle Chevre Celebrates 25th Year of Making Award-Winning Cheeses
Belle Chevre is proud to announce that 2014 marks its 25th year of crafting the highest quality goat’s milk cheeses in Elkmont, Alabama. Belle Chevre was artisan before artisan was cool! While “artisan” is on top trend today in the United States, Belle Chevre has stood the test of... - March 04, 2014 - Belle Chevre
Vic's Pizza in Downtown Greenville, SC is Ranked #1 by Prestigious Town Magazine
Vic's Pizza in downtown Greenville is famous for their "Authentic" New York style pizza. - March 04, 2014 - Vic's Pizza
Birch Benders Micro-Pancakery® to Unveil New Branding & Packaging at 2014 Natural Products Expo West
Birch Benders Micro-Pancakery, the world's first natural & organic, just-add-water pancake & waffle mix, raises the bar for the pancake/waffle mix category with stunning new branding and packaging. Birch Benders will unveil its new look at 2014 Natural Products Expo West. - March 01, 2014 - Birch Benders
Introducing Thirstie, the On-Demand Wine and Spirits Service That Delivers When You Want It, Where You Want It
Thirstie Gives Wine and Spirits Merchants the Tools to Reach New Customers. - February 26, 2014 - THIRSTIE
Clawing Away at Marketing Restrictions in the Wholesale Lobster Industry, AIKIDO Bay's New Service Receives Much Interest
An online, real-time auction service for wholesale level buyers and sellers, AIKIDO Bay's unique innovative approach brings together an industry not know for innovation. - February 25, 2014 - AIKIDO Bay, Inc.
Come Grow with the New Central Sarasota Farmer’s Market
The Central Sarasota Farmer’s Market at the Sarasota County Technical Institute (SCTI), is producing a new local marketplace where both consumers and vendors can grow together every Saturday. The newly established Central Sarasota Farmer’s Market has created a buzz around the Proctor... - February 21, 2014 - Central Sarasota Farmer's Market
Belle Chevre Cheese Featured on Revolutionary New Delta Airlines International Menu
Belle Chevre's award-winning artisan goat cheese has been chosen by Delta Airlines and famed chef Linton Hopkins to be the new cheese spotlighted on select international flights' new business-class menu. - February 06, 2014 - Belle Chevre
W S & P Wholesale Acquires National Licensing and Formulation of Jeff Foxworthy’s Full Force Energy Shot
W S and P Wholesale announced they have finalized the acquisition of Jeff Foxworthy’s Full Force Energy Shot licensing and formulations. Foxworthy’s Full Force Energy shot is a premium 2oz energy drink which combines a fresh berry taste with long-lasting energy boost. The purchase was... - February 02, 2014 - W S & P Wholesale Corporation
SWITCH TAPS, LLC Announces Launch of New Interchangeable Beer Tap System for Kegerators and Growlers
On Friday, December 20th, SWITCH TAPS, LLC introduced an innovative, interchangeable beer tap system that allows beer enthusiasts to label their beer with a single tap handle. This tap system is perfect for home brewers, kegerator owners and frequent growler users, as it provides a unique way to... - December 24, 2013 - SWITCH TAPS, LLC
Winston-Salem’s Sunshine Beverages Launches New Product to Challenge Energy Drink Category
Sunshine delivers a non-jittery dose of caffeine in a lightly carbonated electrolyte drink with the crisp, refreshing flavors of ginger, blackberry and citrus. It is currently available in the U.S. in 60-calorie, 8.4-ounce units. Sunshine Beverages, LLC is headquartered in Winston-Salem, NC. - December 08, 2013 - Sunshine Beverages, LLC
Island Abbey Foods Ltd.™ Announced Today a Partnership with Local Québec Honey Producer Citadelle
Island Abbey Foods Ltd.™ has announced today that their Honibe - Pure Honey Joy® flagship brand will be partnering with Québec honey producers’ cooperative, Citadelle. This partnership will allow Island Abbey Foods™ to expand their Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ product line into the Québec natural health market through a co-branded effort with the organization. Citadelle is a valued cooperative in the Québec market supporting its local economy by working with local producers since 1925. - November 28, 2013 - Island Abbey Foods Ltd.
3663 Announced "Best Foodservice Company" by Restaurant Magazine
3663, providers of food & drink, catering supplies, cleaning products and more, has been named "Best Foodservice Company" by Restaurant Magazine, one of the industry’s biggest trade titles. 3663 has been announced "Best Foodservice Company" by Restaurant Magazine, in... - November 20, 2013 - 3663
Unique Holiday Gift for Sports Fan on Your List
Portable Football Grill Ideal for Sports, Football and Tailgating Fans. - November 03, 2013 - Hot Sports Grills
Island Abbey Foods Ltd.™ Announced Today a Partnership with Leading Finnish Pharmaceutical Company Orion Pharma
Island Abbey Foods Ltd.™ has announced today that their Honibe - Pure Honey Joy® flagship brand will be partnering with Finnish pharmaceutical company, Orion Pharma. This partnership will allow Island Abbey Foods™ to expand their Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ product line into the Finnish biopharmaceutical market through a co-branded effort with Orion under their Posivil brand of cough and cold products. - October 27, 2013 - Island Abbey Foods Ltd.
Two Million Meal Milestone for Gourmet Food Specialists Super Chef
Gourmet food specialists Super Chef are celebrating the sale of two million meals to customers in East Anglia. The business highlights how sourcing high quality food and providing great customer service can lead to success in the hard-pressed food-production industry. The Super Chef fleet of nine... - October 24, 2013 - Super Chef
Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ Now Available in Participating Peoples Drug Mart and Peoples Pharmacy Locations in British Columbia
Island Abbey Foods Ltd.™ announced today that their Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ are now available in participating Peoples Drug Mart and Peoples Pharmacy locations in British Columbia. - October 18, 2013 - Island Abbey Foods Ltd.
Barossa Shiraz Beats World's Best
Gatt Shiraz Triumphs at International Wine and Spirit Competition. Highly awarded Barossa estate, Gatt Wines has triumphed again. 2008 Gatt Shiraz has been awarded the trophy for best syrah/shiraz at the International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) in London. - October 12, 2013 - Gatt Wines
New Grocery Store to Open Near Historic Lafayette Square
Fields Foods to bring a big selection of locally grown options to shoppers. - October 10, 2013 - Fields Foods
Rexall and Pharma Plus Now Carrying Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ in Canada
Island Abbey Foods Ltd.™ announced today that their Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ are now available in all Rexall and Pharma Plus locations across Canada. The Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ will be showcased in 290 Rexall and Pharma Plus stores across the nation. - October 05, 2013 - Island Abbey Foods Ltd.
Premio Foods Acquires Florida-Based Sausage Company
Premio Foods Inc. has announced that is has completed its acquisition of LA Bella Sausage, LLC, located in Brooksville, FL, as of October 1st, 2013. Headquartered in Rochelle Park, NJ, Premio Foods has been making fine Italian sausage for decades. The acquisition will provide Premio Foods with... - October 03, 2013 - Premio Foods
Oh! Mexico South Beach Receives Masterpiece Voodoo Tiki Tequila Collection and Gourmet Cocktails
South Beach’s most famous Mexican Restaurant, Oh! Mexico will feature Voodoo Tiki craft tequila and gourmet margaritas. Voodoo Tiki Traditional and infused tequilas will be available in tequila flights or exclusive cocktails on their newly created cocktail menu. Additionally, the extremely... - October 02, 2013 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.
Safeway Now Carrying Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ in Canada
Island Abbey Foods Ltd.™ announced today that their Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ are now available in all Safeway locations across Canada. The Honibe® Honey Lozenges™ will be showcased in 190 Safeway stores across the nation. - September 29, 2013 - Island Abbey Foods Ltd.
Pigskin Brewing Co. Throws for Touchdown with CrowdBrewed Crowdfunding
In CrowdBrewed’s maiden soft launch, Pigskin Brewing Company out of Columbus, OH scores big reaching its target goal and beyond with $15,020 through reward crowdfunding. Slated for late fall of 2013, Pigskin will open its doors to a 17,000+ square foot building with a custom built, state of... - September 29, 2013 - CrowdBrewed.com, LLC
Flash Foods Stores in Georgia Pick Up Stout21
Georgia convenience store chain, Flash Foods, picks up Stout Brewing Company's flagship brand, Stout21. - September 12, 2013 - Stout Brewing Company
High Eden Home of World's Top Riesling
Gatt Wines claim international Riesling trophy at Decanter World Wine Awards Boutique Eden Valley estate, Gatt Wines has attained top honours at the world’s foremost international wine competition. - September 10, 2013 - Gatt Wines
Southern Reinvention Weekend Celebrates Today's South and New Belle Chevre Creamery
Southern Reinvention is a collective of cultural voices committed to craft that celebrates the South's traditions while embracing change. October 12 artisans will unite for a celebration, coinciding with the opening of Belle Chevre's new creamery. - September 08, 2013 - Belle Chevre
SiiBER LLC Ranks No. 199 on the 2013 Inc. 500 with Three-Year Sales Growth of 2,095 Percent
Inc. Magazine unveils 32nd annual list of America’s fastest-growing private companies—the Inc. 500. - August 25, 2013 - SiiBER LLC
Newport International's Founder Sells Shares to Asian Seafood Company
After 50 years at the helm of Newport International, Jack McGeough, puts in motion succession plan. - August 16, 2013 - Newport International
Biotech Company and Craft Beer Association Partner to Advance Craft Beer Education
San Antonio’s newest biotech company, Alamo Yeast Labs, and local craft beer association, the San Antonio Cerveceros, have partnered to create a unique craft beer experience called: Brewatory. Brewatory is a taproom, laboratory and educational center dedicated to educating craft beer enthusiasts about the science behind brewing. - July 30, 2013 - Brewatory
TMF Foods – the Meat Factory Limited is Forging Ahead with Its Vision
TMF Foods – The Meat Factory Limited is forging ahead with its vision – to be a dynamic company that produces innovative products, is committed to unsurpassed customer service, and supports a culture that inspires people to work hard, play hard, and thrive, all with an eye to forward... - July 28, 2013 - TMF Foods
Stout21 Expanding Markets Quickly
Stout Brewing Company's flagship brand, Stout21, is growing in the Southeast and expanding its markets quickly. - July 14, 2013 - Stout Brewing Company
America’s Leading At-Home Meal Delivery Company Announces New Executive Team
The Fresh Diet, #1 Diet delivery company gets a major boost with a new CEO, COO, and CFO. - July 12, 2013 - The Fresh Diet
Belle Chevre Breaks Ground on New Artisan Creamery and Tourism Destination
After a quarter of a century hand-crafting cheese in a tiny building on a back road in Elkmont, Alabama, Belle Chevre has broken ground on a dazzling new creamery to meet demand for its artisan goat cheese products. - July 10, 2013 - Belle Chevre
CrowdBrewed Builds Partnerships to Aide Successful Craft Beer Campaigns
CrowdBrewed, the go-to for craft beer crowdfunding, is proud to announce the launch of its affiliate partnership page designed to assist campaigners and users alike with vital components for a successful fundraising and added overall operating success. Many campaigners become overwhelmed when they... - July 07, 2013 - CrowdBrewed.com, LLC
Belle Chevre Cheesecake and Honey Breakfast Cheese Sweep Sofi™ Awards
Two of the food industry's biggest awards went to Belle Chevre, the artisan goat cheese creamery. Their goat cheese cheesecake, along with their Belle & The Bees honey breakfast cheese, were recognized as the best products of 2013. - July 04, 2013 - Belle Chevre
Global GrubTM Named Finalist for sofiTM Award
Global GrubTM Named Finalist for sofiTM Award, Winners to be Announced at Summer Fancy Food Show. - June 29, 2013 - Global Grub
STOUT21 Returning to North Carolina
Stout Brewing Company will re-launch its product, Stout21, in the North Carolina market soon. The North Carolina ABC Commission’s decision in March to reject Stout21’s 3 oz. packaging was difficult to hear, but Stout21 took it as an opportunity to develop new packaging that the... - June 29, 2013 - Stout Brewing Company
Cavemen, Cavewomen and Cavekids Convene in Westchester
June 30th event urges CrossFit community to go “positively primal!” - June 26, 2013 - Your Chef Next Door
Belle Chevre Goat Cheesecake Wins Dairy Innovation Gold for Best Dairy Dessert
Belle Chevre's unique goat cheese cheesecake continues to garner awards and attention. The latest acclaim comes from the Dairy Innovation Awards for Best Dairy Dessert, making it a must-add to any dessert case. - June 26, 2013 - Belle Chevre
Honibe – Pure Honey Joy® Expands with Pure PEI Liquid & Creamed Honey for Retail & Food Service Markets
Island Abbey Foods Ltd™ flagship brand Honibe – Pure Honey Joy® is now offering their Honibe® Honey in two new packaging formats for retailers and consumers. This new product launch will allow consumers to enjoy Honibe® Liquid Honey in a 500g squeeze bottle and Honibe® Creamed Honey in a 250g jar. - June 02, 2013 - Island Abbey Foods Ltd.
Klassen Wines Launches Big Mouth Chardonnay
As part of its 10th Anniversary Celebration, Calaveras County wine producer, Brian Klassen, introduces the newest addition to his signature wines, Big Mouth Chardonnay. “I can’t think of a better wine with which to commemorate our 10th Anniversary,” said Brian Klassen, Founder... - May 15, 2013 - Klassen Wines
Belle Chevre Cheesecake and Honey Breakfast Cheese Named Sofi™ Finalists
The Oscars of food nomination goes to two of Belle Chevre's products. The chevre cheesecake and Belle & The Bees Breakfast Cheese from this artisan goat cheese creamery have been recognized as among the best specialty food items on the market. - May 09, 2013 - Belle Chevre