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From Salty to Sweet, Torn Ranch Introduces New Holiday Products by BWW News Desk
- October 22, 2013 Torn Ranch, a leading manufacturer and purveyor of gourmet specialty foods, is excited to introduce Dark Chocolate Covered Figs and their Limited Edition Holiday Caramels to their line of sweet and savory snacks already available online and at gourmet and specialty retail stores.
Small Family-owned Dry Creek Valley Winery Crushes Competition at 2013 Sonoma County Harvest Fair by BWW News Desk
- October 22, 2013 HEALDSBURG, Calif., Oct. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ Estate 1856, a boutique, family-owned and -operated winery in Dry Creek Valley, swept the competition at the 2013 Sonoma County Harvest Fair, winning the coveted Red Wine Sweepstakes for its 2010 Bordeaux Blend. Husband-and-wife team, Brian Schmidt (Vineyard Manager) and Janice Schmidt (Winemaker), accepted the award on behalf of the winery. For those familiar with Estate 1856, the win is not surprising the winery has won gold medals for every wine it has produced since introducing its first vintage in 2009. But when you consider an entry field of 973 wines, which in total earned 174 gold medals, 51 double gold medals, 41 best of class awards and 3 sweepstakes winners, it was a remarkable feat for this small, young winery to have poked its head above such a large group of well-known industry giants to take the top spot.
New MIKE AND IKE Mummy Mix And Vampire Variety Are A Scream by BWW News Desk
- October 22, 2013 Continuing to celebrate the reunion of the dynamic candy duo Mike and Ike, Just Born Quality Confections is releasing two Halloween themed editions of the iconic MIKE AND IKE fruity, chewy candy. MIKE AND IKE Mummy's Mix and the new MIKE AND IKE Vampire Variety are perfect for all trick-or-treaters this Halloween!
Docherty Named President of Good Earth Coffeehouse Chain by BWW News Desk
- October 22, 2013 style='
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Serendipity Cupcakes Introduce Love Collection Flavors by BWW News Desk
- October 22, 2013 Kristy Woelfel, the owner and founder of Serendipity Cupcakes, a local made-to-order based cupcake company in Pasadena, is adding a unique twist to the favorites in her popular flavors line up. The Serendipity Love Collection flavors are made from ingredients that are known for love.
Coda Coffee Named 'Roaster of the Year' by Roast Magazine by BWW News Desk
- October 21, 2013 Denver-based Coda Coffee joins an elite list of the finest roasters in the world. Today, Roast Magazine announced that it has selected Coda Coffee as its Macro Roaster Roaster of the Year, an honor only nine other coffee roasters have ever received. The magazine selected Coda based on several factors, including its company mission, dedication to sustainable practices, commitment to employees, education practices, quality of coffee, involvement in the industry, and innovations in roasting.
Philly Pretzel Factory And Rita's Italian Ice Celebrate Grand Opening Of First Co-branded Outlet by BWW News Desk
- October 21, 2013 PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ Philadelphia-based Philly Pretzel Factory, the nation's largest Philly-style bakery, and Rita's Italian Ice, the world's largest Italian Ice concept with over 600 outlets, announced today their first co-branded outlet at Montgomery Mall in North Wales, Pennsylvania, will celebrate its grand opening at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, October 25, 2013. Jeff Moody, CEO of Rita's, and Dan DiZio, CEO of Philly Pretzel Factory, and their respected mascots, Ice Guy and Phil E., will be on hand for a ribbon cutting ceremony marking the beginning of a collaborative effort to bring a taste of Philly to consumers across the country.
Romano's Macaroni Grill Introduces $15 Four-Course Tasting Menu by BWW News Desk
- October 21, 2013 HOUSTON, Oct. 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ Romano's Macaroni Grill offers guests a big night out at affordable prices with its new $15 four-course, Italian trattoria-inspired tasting menu and half-price Italian house wines for a limited time beginning Oct. 21.
GREAT Kitchens 10-City Gluten-Free Chef's Table Tour Brings Gluten-Free Awareness to Portland by BWW News Desk
- October 21, 2013 Following a successful launch in New York City on October 22-23, the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA) in partnership with chef and restaurateur, Jehangir Mehta, will continue to the second stop of the national GREAT Kitchens Gluten-Free Chef's Table Tour in Portland, Ore. on October 28-30.While in Portland, the GREAT Kitchens Chef's Table Tour will address the growing demand for gluten-free food items in restaurants and schools by partnering with local chefs and universities to educate foodservice professionals on safe gluten-free food preparation.
Pringles Delivers New Twist On Holiday Traditions With Cinnamon & Sugar And New Pecan Pie Limited Edition Seasonal Flavors by BWW News Desk
- October 21, 2013 When it comes to holiday traditions, everyone has their favorites from Thanksgiving football to ugly sweater parties or family desserts. According to a recent survey[1] commissioned by Pringles, Americans value listening to holiday tunes, taking family holiday photos and caroling most, with Black Friday shopping being their least favorite tradition. This season, Pringles is inviting everyone to add some spice to their holiday traditions with two limited edition flavors: Pecan Pie and Cinnamon & Sugar, available nationwide in early November, just in time for the holiday season.
New Dunkin' Donuts Bakery Series Coffee Available At The Grocery Store...The Bakery Flavors Are Dunked In! by BWW News Desk
- October 21, 2013 The J.M. Smucker Company, makers of Dunkin' Donuts packaged coffee, is bringing the flavors of everyone's favorite bake shop treats to the grocery store coffee aisle! Whether a mid-morning treat or an afternoon pick-me-up, new Dunkin' Donuts Bakery Series Coffees offer bakery shop flavors that can be made right at home.
Milk MOOYAH for $25,000: MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes Creates Game Sweepstakes to Drive Online Orders by BWW News Desk
- October 21, 2013 MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes, a fast-casual, 'better burger' chain, is redefining the way that brands talk to fans by engaging with them directly through a digital game sweepstakes. In its most recent push, the brand is using social channels, such as Facebook and Twitter, mobile and digital marketing as well as in-restaurant POP to direct its fans to a microsite where users can play a slot-machine designed game for the ultimate grand prize of $25,000.
Whiskies of the World Expo Atlanta Announces Lineup by BWW News Desk
- October 21, 2013 The Whiskies of the World today released the exciting line up of brands participating at their inaugural Atlanta event, which will be held on Friday, November 1, 2013, at the InterContinental Buckhead.
Finex Launches New Cast Iron Skillet: A Design Update of Beloved Classic by BWW News Desk
- October 21, 2013 Finex has launched a 12" cast iron skillet on Kickstarter starting on October 16, 2013 with an overwhelming reception, reaching 50 percent of funding goal within the first three days! This is Finex's newest product, and is a long-overdue redesign of a true American classic. This skillet sports an octagonal shape, a quick-cooling wire-spring handle, and a polished CNC-machined interior. This beautiful cookware is the first cookware that is fully designed and manufactured in the Pacific Northwest, and brings back the premium cast iron skillet that has been the foundation of great stove work for centuries.
Alison Nelson Chocolate Bar Plans to Expand in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Kuwait by BWW News Desk
- October 19, 2013 Dubai's Saif Belhasa Group of Companies is planning to expand its restaurant division with new outlets signed for the Alison Nelson Chocolate Bar brand, the conglomerate's chairman told Arabian Business in an interview. The Al Jadaf-based group of companies holds the Gulf franchise rights to the Alison Nelson Chocolate Bar, a cafe concept built around chocolate products and originally from New York. It currently operates two outlets in The Dubai Mall, and one each in Mercato Mall, Mirdif City Centre, The Pearl Qatar and Pakistan. The firm has already signed deals to open the franchise in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, and is also hoping to launch in Kuwait in the near future.
7-Eleven 'Wines Up' for Fall by BWW News Desk
- October 18, 2013 7-Eleven, Inc. has added four high-demand A-listers to its lineupat its top wine-selling stores - "A" as in wines that have scored 89-90 points in oenophile publications like Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast.
PapaNicholas Coffee Embraces Fair Trade and Fair Living Wage by BWW News Desk
- October 18, 2013 Fair Trade and Fair Living Wage are important social issues, especially for the Coffee industry. Coffee is the second largest traded commodity in the world. Coffee is grown commercially in more than forty-five countries. Many of these coffee growers operate in third-world, non-industrialized countries. The majority of those working in the coffee industry are involved with the cultivation and harvesting of coffee plants. The fair treatment of this workforce is an important tenant of Fair Trade and Fair Living Wage initiatives. So, how can a US-based coffee producer impact the fair treatment of these workers?
Spooktacular Treats and Tweets #KrispySkremes by BWW News Desk
- October 18, 2013 Make this year's Halloween celebrations uniquely delicious with Krispy Skremes! . Get a free treat on Halloween at participating Krispy Kreme US and Canadian locations. Find out more at KrispySkremes.com.
Steak 'n Shake Planning Its Grand Re-Opening In Denver by BWW News Desk
- October 18, 2013 INDIANAPOLIS, Oct. 18, 2013 /PRNewswire/ Denver Steakburger and milk shake lovers rejoice! Steak 'n Shake has announced it will re-open its doors in Centennial and Sheridan, Colorado. The company is designing a marvelous Grand Re-Opening at both locations, currently scheduled for late-November.
Carvel Introduces New Witch Cake for Halloween and Brings Back Holiday Classics by BWW News Desk
- October 17, 2013 Here's something to scream about: Carvel... America's Freshest Ice Cream, has created the brand new Witch cake to add some fright and delight to Halloween this year. The new cake joins returning classic cakes and novelty treats specially designed to celebrate all upcoming holidays, including Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah and Christmas.
Edible Arrangements' opens 1,100th location by BWW News Desk
- October 17, 2013 WALLINGFORD, Conn., Oct. 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ Just a year after opening its 1,000th location, fresh fruit arrangements leader Edible Arrangements has reached a new milestone with the opening of Store 1,100 in Weslaco, Texas.