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Mugshots Grill & Bar Announces New Limited Time Only Menu by BWW News Desk
- January 18, 2016 Just in time for Lent 2016, Mugshots Grill & Bar announces their Limited Time Only Menu. Drawing inspiration from the Lenten season and southern roots, Mugshots Grill & Bar Corporate Chef Eileen Bennett is featuring 4 menu offerings (3 being Lent friendly) at select locations January 18 through April 30.
Bar of the Week: SURYA in the West Village of NYC by Marina Kennedy
- January 18, 2016 Surya, the stylish Indian restaurant in the West Village has a daily happy hour from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm with a great selection of handcrafted cocktails for $6 and beer and wine. Colonial Street Chaats as small plates go perfectly with beverage selections.
BWW Preview: BURKE & WILLS Celebrates Australia Day on 1/26 by Marina Kennedy
- January 18, 2016 Burke & Wills on the Upper West Side celebrates Australia Day on Tuesday, January 26th with a wonderful menu of specialities and optional wine pairings.
BWW Cooks: Cooking Authentic Asian Flavors at Home by Marakay Rogers
- January 18, 2016 Do you want your Chinese or Japanese cooking to taste more like restaurant food, or more like traditional cuisines? Here are some hints for your cooking arsenal.
Kara's Cupcakes, The San Francisco Sweet, Joins Savor California at the Fancy Food Show 2016 booth #604 by BWW News Desk
- January 15, 2016 Kara's Cupcakes is excited to announce that Kara Haspel Lind, founder, president and executive pastry chef of Kara's Cupcakes, is in the kitchen again baking up something sweet and her latest creation is much bigger than a cupcake! To help create even more celebratory moments, Kara's Cupcakes is announcing the launch of its line of artisan treats to compliment its existing line of famous artisan cupcakes. Available nationwide, the treats include handcrafted marshmallows, decadent hot cocoa blend, housemade KaraMel corn, Karamel sauce, chocolate sauce, cookies, cakes and more! Kara's treats are currently sold in their nine bakeries, online and at San Francisco's airport Napa Farms Market. Seasonal treats are available throughout the year in flavors such as toasted coconut marshmallows for Spring. Now everyone can enjoy The San Francisco Sweet nationwide through online ordering, national distribution, wholesale ordering and at Kara's Cupcakes nine locations throughout the bay area.
Brynwood Partners VII L.P. Agrees to Acquire Sunny Delight Beverages Co. from J.W. Childs Associates by BWW News Desk
- January 14, 2016 GREENWICH, Conn., Jan.14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ Brynwood Partners VII L.P. announced today that it has signed a definitive purchase agreement to acquire, Cincinnati, Ohio-based, Sunny Delight Beverages Co. for an undisclosed price from Winter Street Opportunities Fund, L.P., a vehicle managed by J.W. Childs Associates. The Sunny Delight brand was acquired by J.W. Childs Associates from The Procter & Gamble Company in 2004. The transaction is expected to close during the first quarter of 2016 and is subject to regulatory approval.
Pie Five Pizza is Doubling the Dough in Georgia by BWW News Desk
- January 14, 2016 DALLAS, Jan. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ Pie Five Pizza believes in practicing what it 'peaches,' especially in Georgia. Now residents in the Atlanta area have a second location to visit to get their favorite Pie Five Pizza, which bake in less than five minutes. The newest addition to the fast casual pizza brand will open on Friday, January 22 and is located at 1500 Highway 20 West next to Hobby Lobby and Kohl's in McDonough. To celebrate, Pie Five is offering $5 pizzas and a free drink to customers at the McDonough location with accompanying flier on opening weekend.
Sunny Delight Beverages Co. to be Acquired by Brynwood Partners VII 'L.P. by BWW News Desk
- January 14, 2016 CINCINNATI, Jan. 14,2016 /PRNewswire/ J.W. Child Associates, a Boston-based private equity firm and the owner of Sunny Delight Beverages Co. (SDBC), has agreed to sell SDBC to Brynwood Partners VII L.P. for an undisclosed amount pending regulatory approval. SDBC, a Cincinnati-based company, was formed by J.W. Childs in 2004 when it acquired the iconic SunnyD brand from The Procter & Gamble Company.
Rhythm' Superfoods Closes $3 Million Funding Round With Lead Investment From General Mills by BWW News Desk
- January 13, 2016 AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ Rhythm Superfoods, an Austin-based company known for creatingorganic and non-GMOinnovative plant-based superfood snacks, announced today that it has closed a $3 million Series C financing round with a lead investment from 301 INC, General Mills' new business development and venturing unit. Additional investors include the CircleUp Growth Fund. The round was filled exclusively through CircleUp, the leading investment marketplace for consumer and retail companies.
Creating Better Options in the Food Industry by BWW News Desk
- January 13, 2016 HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., Jan. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ All too often you buy a product with that lifeless, generic taste, something to make you yearn for a day when everything was made with love. This is not, however, a necessary sacrifice when growing from small batch operations to something more robust. With the use of Komax Sanitary Mixers and Heaters, thoughtful food operations can share their passions with a far-reaching audience.
Sweet Baby Ray's and True Cuisine Acquire The Meetinghouse Companies by BWW News Desk
- January 13, 2016 CHICAGO, Jan. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ Dave Raymond, owner of Sweet Baby Ray's Catering and True Cuisine, has acquired Chicago-based The Meetinghouse Companies, a national, award-winning event design and production firm and formed SBR Events Group, a world-class special event organization comprised of the three companies.
Cafe Bustelo' Launches 2016 El Cafe Del Futuro Scholarship Essay Contest by BWW News Desk
- January 13, 2016 ORRVILLE, Ohio, Jan. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ Cafe Bustelo is partnering with the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) for El Cafe del Futuro Scholarship Essay Contest. Eligible students can apply for a chance to win one of nine $5,000 scholarships.
Essentia Water Adds Licensed Distributors in Key Regions by BWW News Desk
- January 13, 2016 BOTHELL, Wash., Jan. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ Today Essentia Water, the leading alkaline water brand and no. 1 selling bottled water in natural food markets across the United States, proudly announces the addition of two new licensed distributors: Hensley Beverage Company and The Honickman Group. Essentia Water is thrilled to welcome these two highly respected distributors, covering large and vital territories on the east coast and southwest parts of the country.
National and Local Groups Oppose Industrial Fish Farming Regulations by BWW News Desk
- January 13, 2016 NEW ORLEANS, Jan. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ Today, consumer, environmental, and sustainable fishing and farming organizations expressed their strong opposition to new federal regulations that permit development of industrial fish farms offshore in U.S. waters. The new rules allow up to 20 facilities and 64 million pounds of fish to be produced each year in the Gulf of Mexico. The controversial permitting scheme, many years in the making, is heavily criticized by various groups and individuals.
Johnny Rockets Expands Franchise Development Team by BWW News Desk
- January 13, 2016 ALISO VIEJO, Calif., Jan. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ Johnny Rockets, the all-American global restaurant chain, announces today the appointment of Crystal Wells to Director of Franchise Sales. In this role, Wells will manage the overall lead generation and qualification process related to Johnny Rockets domestic franchise growth strategy. With the promotion of Wells, Johnny Rockets' franchise sales and development team, led by James Walker, increases its presence in order to meet the domestic growth needs for the brand.
Quaker' Teams Up With Tiffani Thiessen To Launch The First Ever Bring Your Best Bowl Contest by BWW News Desk
- January 13, 2016 CHICAGO, Jan. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ Get ready to take your bowl of oatmeal to the next level. Today in New York's Times Square, The Quaker Oats Company, a division of PepsiCo, Inc., is celebrating the launch of its very first Bring Your Best Bowl contest, a nationwide search for the next Quaker oatmeal flavor. The Bring Your Best Bowl contest highlights the endless ways to enjoy oatmeal by inviting fans across the country to submit their oatmeal creation using two to five ingredients along with their inspiration for the chance to win $250,000, and have their combination brought to life as Quaker's newest oatmeal flavor. Submissions are now open at www.BringYourBestBowl.com. 1
Jelly Belly Candy Company Announces Organic Line Featuring Jelly Beans and Fruit Flavored Snacks by BWW News Desk
- January 13, 2016 FAIRFIELD, Calif., Jan. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ Jelly Belly Candy Company, the candy maker long known for iconic Jelly Belly jelly beans, brings its reputation for delicious flavors and high quality to the organic snack category with the launch of Organic Jelly Beans in 10 assorted and five sour flavors, and Organic Fruit Flavored Snacks. The new line of USDA-certified organic candy and snacks hits store shelves this winter.
Brinker International, Inc. to Host Second Quarter Fiscal 2016 Earnings Call by BWW News Desk
- January 13, 2016 DALLAS, Jan. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT), has scheduled its earnings conference call at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2016 to review second quarter fiscal 2016 earnings, which will be announced before the market opens on Jan. 20, 2016.