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Kevin Takarada Owner of MAKIMAKI in Midtown Manhattan by Marina Kennedy
- October 27, 2017 Combining his business acumen and enthusiasm for hospitality, Kevin Takarada opened the first MakiMaki in July in New York with plans to take the concept citywide and beyond.
New York City Mayor Announces Meatless Monday School Program to Tackle Climate Change and Obesity by BWW News Desk
- October 26, 2017 This week, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that 15 public schools will offer Meatless Monday as part of a pilot program, with the potential to expand throughout the city school system. Every Monday, students in the pilot will enjoy breakfast and lunch menus featuring meatless meals. De Blasio also added a personal commitment to start the practice at Gracie Mansion, his official residence "we are now going to be instituting Meatless Mondays as wellWe're starting a new habit and I'm looking forward to it."
BOO! It's Halloween at 7-Eleven' by BWW News Desk
- October 26, 2017 7-Eleven, Inc. has treats for the whole family this Halloween creepy candy for the kids, monstrously good deals on whole pizzas for parents, and ghostly Slurpee drinks for everyone. Along with the pizza, candy and Slurpee drinks that everyone can enjoy, 7-Eleven stores have hundreds of other meal-time, and treat-time, options.
Great Harvest Challenge Returns to Win Over Customers with Best-Tasting Bread by BWW News Desk
- October 26, 2017 With the bread industry surging to more than $20 billion in annual revenue, the popular food remains a staple in the average Americans' daily diet to the tune of more than 53 pounds of bread per person per year. But the overlying problem still exists: it's the wrong kind of bread.
The World's Finest Spirits to be Poured During Central PA Whiskey Festival by BWW News Desk
- October 26, 2017 Central Pennsylvania will host its second annual whiskey festival from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Saturday, Oct. 28, at the Antique Automobile Club of America Museum, 161 Museum Dr., Hershey. A special VIP session featuring a local distiller will take place from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM, an hour before the Grand Tasting.
Bogart Spirits Launches Limited-Edition Whiskey by BWW News Desk
- October 26, 2017 ROK Stars PLC, the consumer goods and environmental technologies development company founded by John Paul DeJoria and Jonathan Kendrick announce the addition of a limited edition Whiskey into the Bogart's Spirits portfolio. The iconic actor Humphrey Bogart enjoyed a good cocktail, and he made a lot of legendary observations about drinking. One of Bogart's famous quotes, "I defend my American right to take a drink when I feel like it," is now featured on the label of a limited-edition whiskey from Bogart Spirits.
Celebrate with GODIVA on National Chocolate Day 10/28 by Marina Kennedy
- October 26, 2017 National Chocolate Day on Saturday, 10/28 is coming up soon. GODIVA wants to make sure that our readers are prepared to celebrate with some of their best-loved and newest treats.
sweetFrog Frozen Yogurt Introduces New Catering and Delivery Services by BWW News Desk
- October 25, 2017 sweetFrog Frozen Yogurt, the nation's leading frozen yogurt chain, named America's Best Frozen Yogurt by The Daily Meal, and a Top New Franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine, recently introduced brand new catering and delivery services at participating locations nationwide - making ordering and event planning more convenient than ever for all loyal customers.
No Tricks, Just Treats at Ovation Brands' And Furr's Fresh Buffet' on Halloween by BWW News Desk
- October 25, 2017 This Halloween, the Ovation Brands portfolio of restaurants- Ryan's , HomeTown Buffet, Old Country Buffet , Country Buffet - and Furr's Fresh Buffet is giving kids the treat of all-you-can-eat. On Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2017, children -11 years and younger at Ovation Brands and 12 years and younger at Furr's Fresh Buffet - simply need to visit the buffet restaurants in costume to receive their treat a free meal.
Poppy Popcorn Introduces New Holiday Flavors by BWW News Desk
- October 25, 2017 A child's teacher, coworkers, friends - these are the gifts that one needs to get, but it's hard to choose what's best. Poppy Hand-Crafted Popcorn is a delicious treat sure to please everyone on the holiday list - because who doesn't like popcorn?!
IHOP' Restaurants Welcomes Back Its Frighteningly Delicious Annual Favorite, Scary Face Pancakes, Free For Kids This Halloween by BWW News Desk
- October 25, 2017 This Halloween, IHOP Restaurants is bringing back its spooky yearly treat for the youngest guests; Scary Face Pancakes will be free to children ages 12 and under from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM this Halloween, Tuesday, October 31, at participating IHOP locations nationwide. Halloween and pancake lovers are invited to trick, treat and eat at IHOP, where they will be able to design their own ghostly creation made up of a fluffy, oversized buttermilk pancake with creamy whipped topping and a strawberry nose, as well as mini OREO cookies and candy corn.
Get Ready for HALLOWEENING in NYC by Marina Kennedy
- October 25, 2017 Check out some of the events and special treats that are happening around New York City this weekend and on Halloween. We have rounded up fun for the whole family along with some adult only gatherings. Happy haunting!
Kids Eat Free At McAlister's Deli' On Halloween by BWW News Desk
- October 24, 2017 No tricks, only treats at McAlister's Deli this Halloween! On Tuesday, October 31, McAlister's is offering free kids meals to costumed guests ages 12 and under. Little goblins and ghouls can fill up on spooky sandwiches, magical mac & cheese and scary spuds from the Kids Menu before a big night of Trick-or-Treating.
MOVEMBER BALL Meatball Competition Fundraiser in NYC at Refinery Rooftop on 11/1 by Marina Kennedy
- October 24, 2017 On Wednesday, November 1, Refinery Rooftop is hosting their Second Annual Movember Ball meatball competition to raise funds and awareness for The Movember Foundation. If you like meatballs, boozing, and donating to a worthy cause, this event is for you. It will be held from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Celebrate National Bologna Day With a Bounty of Bologna Facts by BWW News Desk
- October 24, 2017 It's the meat with a first name, beloved by chefs such as Michael Symon and David Chang and enjoyed around the country for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Whether you spell it bologna or baloney, it's a lifelong favorite that we celebrate every October 24 for National Bologna Day. This year, the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council (NHDSC) and Beef Checkoff are celebrating by unveiling a new guide to bologna that details all of the important bologna facts including its origin, how it's made, different bologna styles, fun facts and recipes. Bologna fans can also test their knowledge with a bologna quiz and check out a range of bologna recipes.
Pure Leaf' Launches Home Brewed Matcha Teas by BWW News Desk
- October 24, 2017 Pure Leaf announced today the launch of its first-ever home brewed Matcha Teas. Sourced from Rainforest Alliance Certified tea estates in Kagoshima, Japan, the two new Matcha offerings from Pure LeafPure Matcha and Matcha with Gingerare available in pre-portioned, individually wrapped sachets to give tea lovers a perfect cup of Matcha every time.
Jersey Mike's Highlights America's Sandwich Eating Habits by BWW News Desk
- October 24, 2017 Jersey Mike's Trend Tracker survey of 52,898 individuals reveals some surprising sandwich eating habits. Jersey Mike's Subs,known for its fresh sliced/fresh grilled subs, rolled out the survey, designed to capture a slice of American life, in honor of National Sandwich Day on November 3.
Celebrity Chef Justin Warner Creates Mario-Inspired Halloween Cereal Treat by BWW News Desk
- October 24, 2017 Just in time for Halloween, "Food Network Star," cookbook author and TV personality, Chef Justin Warner, created a recipe that celebrates the launch of the highly anticipated Super Mario Odyssey video game.
Every Vote Counts! Frito-Lay Needs You To Determine $250,000 Grand-Prize Winner From Five 'Dreamvention' Finalist Inventions by BWW News Desk
- October 24, 2017 This spring, Frito-Lay celebrated the power of boundless imagination by inviting aspiring entrepreneurs to use their creativity to "dreamvent" a solution to solve everyday problems. After all, Frito-Lay believes that if you can dream, you can invent. This inaugural "Dreamvention" contest, hosted by the Frito-Lay Variety Packs brand of assorted snacks, received thousands of submissions showcasing creative, imaginative and practical inventions from all corners of the country. Today, the entries have been narrowed down to five finalists who are now competing for America's votes to win the grand prize of $250,000.
The Gluten Free Bar Puts Delicious Spin On Traditional Oatmeal With New Power Breakfast by BWW News Desk
- October 24, 2017 The GFB: Gluten Free Bar, a leading brand for fun and flavorful gluten-free snacks, is pushing the envelope of inventive snack food creation with the introduction of a new breakfast food line, GFB Power Breakfast. Available in five varieties, including Coconut Cashew, Fruits, Nuts, and Seeds, PB+J, Apple Cinnamon, and Maple Raisin; Power Breakfast is available at natural health food stores nationwide with a suggested retail price of $2.49 per 2-ounce package.
My/Mo Mochi Ice Cream Innovates With Self-Serve Bars In Supermarkets Throughout The Country by BWW News Desk
- October 24, 2017 My/Mo Mochi Ice Cream, a line of poppable and delicious frozen snacks, revolutionizes the snacking category with an unprecedented step beyond the freezer aisle and into the bakery and prepared meals sections of supermarkets throughout the country. My/Mo Mochi Ice Cream is now available in its signature self-serve My/Mo Mochi Ice Cream Bars in select Wegmans, Safeway, Kroger, Harris Teeter, King Soopers, Pavilions, Vons and other fine stores.
Budweiser Releases New Brew Based on an Anheuser-Busch Recipe Once Halted by Prohibition by BWW News Desk
- October 24, 2017 Budweiser is giving beer lovers the chance to experience and taste history with the release of its limited-edition 1933 Repeal Reserve Amber Lager. The recipe behind Repeal Reserve dates back to the pre-Prohibition era when Adolphus Busch created and brewed a special Amber Lager for his friends and local community to enjoy. Due to the onset of Prohibition in 1920, the beer didn't have a chance to be distributed widely outside the St. Louis area until now. Beginning today, Budweiser is releasing this historically inspired recipe nationwide to celebrate the Repeal of Prohibition.