Food/Beverages Newswire
IRVINE (IRV) ROBBINS, Founder of Baskin-Robbins, 1917-2008
CANTON, Mass.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Irvine (Irv) Robbins, co-founder of Baskin-Robbins passed away late Monday in Rancho Mirage, Calif. He was 90 years old. Robbins, and his brother-in-law Burton (Burt) Baskin, founded the Baskin-Robbins ice cream chain in 1945, which today is the world's...
Papa John's Reports First Quarter Earnings
LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Papa John's International, Inc. (NASDAQ: PZZA) Highlights — First quarter earnings per diluted share of $0.30 in 2008 vs. $0.43 in 2007 — Comparable first quarter results, excluding the consolidation of BIBP, were $0.48 in 2008 vs. $0.44 in...
B&G Foods Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend
PARSIPPANY, N.J.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - B&G Foods, Inc. (NYSE: BGS, BGF), a manufacturer and distributor of high quality, shelf-stable foods, announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.2120 per share of Class A common stock, payable on...
IRI Announces Former Galleria Retail Technology Solutions Executive Shaun Bossons to Lead Apollo Space Management Practice
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Information Resources, Inc. (IRI), the leading global provider of consumer, shopper, and market insights for the consumer packaged goods (CPG), retail, and healthcare industries, has named recognized retail optimization authority Shaun Bossons as the company's...
BUCA, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2008 Financial Results
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - BUCA, Inc. (Nasdaq: BUCA) today announced financial results for the first fiscal quarter of 2008. The Company reported a net loss of $4.2 million, or ($0.20) per share, in the first quarter of fiscal 2008 as compared to a net loss of $2.8 million, or ($0.14...
Ruth's Chris Steak House, Inc. Reports First Quarter 2008 Financial Results
HEATHROW, Fla.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Ruth's Chris Steak House, Inc. (Nasdaq: RUTH) today reported unaudited results for its first quarter ended March 30, 2008. Highlights for the 13-week first quarter 2008 compared to the 13-week first quarter 2007 were as follows: — Total revenue...
Kona Grill to Present at The Avondale 2008 Consumer Conference
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Kona Grill, Inc. (NASDAQ: KONA), an American grill and sushi bar, today announced that the Company will be presenting at the Avondale 2008 Consumer Conference on Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at The Millennium Broadway Hotel in New York City. The presentation...
The Pepsi Bottling Group and PepsiCo Complete Acquisition of Beverage Manufacturing Company in Russia
SOMERS, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - The Pepsi Bottling Group, Inc. (NYSE: PBG) and PepsiCo, Inc. (NYSE: PEP) today announced that, through their PR Beverages Limited joint venture in Russia, they have completed their previously announced acquisition of Sobol-Aqua JSC. Financial terms of the...
Art World Phenomenon Thomas Arvid Joins Fifth Annual San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival as ``Celebrity Artist''
SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - To kick off its fifth Anniversary celebration, producers of the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival (November 12-16, 2008) have named art world phenomenon, Thomas Arvid, as this year's "Celebrity Artist." Arvid's unerring ability to refine a moment will...
Rick's Cabaret Names Nestor Yumiguano as Executive Chef at Its New York City Steakhouse
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Rick's Cabaret International, Inc. has named Nestor Yumiguano as Executive Chef of the Steakhouse at Rick's Cabaret, its adult nightclub at 50 West 33rd Street in Manhattan. Mr. Yumiguano comes to Rick's following executive chef service at two highly regarded...
Letter Carriers Fight Hunger on May 10
Nation's Largest Food Drive Helps Millions of Americans in Need WASHINGTON, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The U.S. Postal Service is proud to support the annual National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) National Food Drive. Letter carriers in more than 10,000 communities across...
Legendary Myth of Freshwater Lakemaids Inspires New Lager for North Country Anglers
MINNEAPOLIS, May 6 PRNewswire — Wherever anglers gather at the end of the day to swap stories about their catches, there's sure to be great beer. And now, there's a beer made by fishermen for fishermen — Lakemaid Beer(TM). Rapala, the company known for its legendary Rapala fishing...
Stark Service Solutions Announces Appointment of Jonathan Leet as New Vice President
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 6 PRNewswire — Stark Service Solutions announced today the appointment of Jonathan Leet to their management team in the capacity of Vice President. Leet's extensive background in the hospitality industry will also serve him well in his additional functions as a...
Cafe57 Sees New Growth in Farmer's Market
NEW YORK, May 6 PRNewswire — Cafe57, the 340-seat corporate cafe located in the Hearst Tower (www.hearst.com ) is taking "local" to the next level with the reintroduction of its annual Farmer's Market, scheduled to make an early debut this year in May. This season, the "Green Market...
Boston Beer Reports First Quarter 2008 Depletion Growth of 12% Glass Recall Produces Net Loss
BOSTON, May 6 PRNewswire-FirstCall — The Boston Beer Company, Inc. (NYSE: SAM) reported a net loss for the quarter of $3.7 million, a decrease of $9.5 million compared to net income in the first quarter of last year, primarily as a result of provisions taken for the voluntary product...
Sanderson Farms to Participate in BMO Capital Markets Investor Conference
LAUREL, Miss.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Sanderson Farms, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAFM) today announced that management will participate in the BMO Capital Markets Agriculture & Protein Conference on Thursday, May 15, 2008, at the Millennium Broadway Hotel in New York City. The investor presentation by...
Unilever, P&G, Walgreens and Tesco's Fresh & Easy Among Keynotes at The Nielsen Company's Consumer 360 Conference
SCHAUMBURG, Ill.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - The Nielsen Company today announced the lineup of keynote speakers for its annual Consumer 360 (www.consumer360.com) conference, taking place June 3 - 5 at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix. The consumer packaged goods (CPG...
Targeted Key Future Cheese Markets 2008 - South America and the Caribbean
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Research and Markets -Market size 2003-2007 and forecast development -Market segmentation and trends -Cheese distribution Suppliers - Argentina - Bolivia - Brazil - Chile - Colombia - Costa Rica - Dominican Republic - Ecuador - El Salvador - Guatemala...
Moe's Gives 'Freshness' a New Meaning with the Southwestern Cobb Salad
ATLANTA, May 6 PRNewswire — The Homewrecker burrito and the John Coctostan quesadilla have some serious competition this summer as the Southwestern Cobb Salad joins the Moe's Southwest Grill(R) menu for a limited time. Moe's(R), the fast growing fast-casual concept known for its fresh...
Natural Products Expo Asia 2008 Receives U.S. Department of Commerce Certification
HONG KONG-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Natural Products Expo Asia (www.naturalproductsasia.com), produced by Penton Media, has received U.S. Department of Commerce certification as a premier trade show for U.S. natural, organic, and nutrition product companies seeking international buyers and...
Skinny Nutritional Corp. Bottles the Energy and Passion of Fitness Guru Pat Croce in Skinny Water(R) Hi-Energy
BALA CYNWYD, Pa.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - All the energy and passion of Pat Croce, Philadelphia's famous fitness guru and motivational icon, has just been bottled by Skinny Nutritional Corp. (OTC BB: SKNY.OB). Today, the company unveiled Croce's Skinny Water(R) Acai Grape Blueberry (Hi-Energy...
Research and Markets: Targeted Report on Key Future Cheese Markets 2008 - Middle East and North Africa
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Research and Markets - Market size 2003-2007 and forecast development - Market segmentation and trends - Cheese distribution -0- *T Suppliers - Algeria - Bahrain - Egypt - Iran - Iraq - Israel - Jordan - Kuwait - Lebanon - Libya - Morocco - Oman...
Luxian Scottsdale and Sanctuary Resort Team Up
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 6 PRNewswire — Luxian Scottsdale, a premier equity resort ownership (ERO) property under development along the prestigious Camelback Corridor in Scottsdale, has announced plans to partner with the Sanctuary Resort & Spa in Paradise Valley in an agreement which...
The Original Home of Afternoon Tea Serves Signature Luxury at 1865 Prices
NEW YORK, May 6 PRNewswire — On June 10, 2008, The Langham hotels around the world will pay homage to a quintessentially British institution — the afternoon tea — by turning back the clocks to 1865. On the anniversary of the original opening of Europe's first grand hotel...
Learn About Other Food Manufacturing in the US
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Research and Markets Real Growth Table Ratio Table Graphs Statistics Available: Revenue, Industry Gross Product, Enterprises, Establishments, Employment, Imports, Exports, Assets, Total Wages, Domestic Demand SEGMENTATION Products and Service...
California Milk Advisory Board Appoints Jim Dimataris Director of Processor Relations
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. & MODESTO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) announced today the recent hire of Jim Dimataris as Director of Processor Relations. Dimataris is responsible for developing working relationships with California dairy...
Letter to Shareholders
TORONTO-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Clearly Canadian Brands (OTCBB:CCBEF): Dear Shareholder, My name is Bobby Genovese, and I am the new CEO of Clearly Canadian Brands. My company, BG Capital Group, has been a major investor and controlling shareholder in CCBEF for the past 3 years. Recently, I...
Amish Naturals, Inc. Strengthens Its Position in the Growing Natural Foods Segment by Adding Microwave Popcorn to Its Product Line and Additional Distribution
HOLMESVILLE, Ohio-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Amish Naturals, Inc. (OTCBB: AMNT), a natural food products company, today announced it continues to strengthen its position in the growing natural foods segment by broadening its distribution network with additional retail chains and extending its...
Plastic on the Outside, All Natural Inside!
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., May 6 PRNewswire — The signature eye-catching graphics and brightly colored full shrink label of FUZE's iconic 18 ounce glass package are replicated in an all-new 18.5 oz PET bottle. The aesthetic charm of the glass bottle have been captured to allow consumers...
Yum! Brands Increases Quarterly Dividend 27%
LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM) announced that its Board of Directors approved a 27% increase in the Company's quarterly cash dividend from $0.15 to $0.19 per share. This higher cash dividend payment will be distributed August 1, 2008, in the Company's...
McDonald's(R) Anticipates 8 Million Southern Style Chicken Biscuits and Sandwiches Will Be Given Away During Nationwide Sampling Event on May 15
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - McDonald's will offer customers and chicken lovers alike the opportunity to try its new Southern Style Chicken Biscuit and Sandwich during a nationwide sampling event at its 14,000 U.S. restaurants on Thursday, May 15. Customers can try the Southern Style...
America's Second Harvest Showcases the Faces of Hunger Through a Weeklong Initiative to Raise Awareness of the Increasing Number of Families in Need of Food Assistance
Weeklong Photo Essay Series Spotlights Americans at Risk of Hunger CHICAGO, May 6 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Beginning yesterday, May 5, America's Second Harvest - The Nation's Food Bank Network, kicked off a week long photo series to spotlight the many faces of hunger in America...
You Are What You Eat
NEW YORK, May 6 PRNewswire — Mindset Media (www.mindset-media.com), an online ad network that enables brand advertisers to reach millions of people with the personality traits that fit their brands, released today a Mindset Profile(TM) of devoted organics consumers, which the company...
Burger King Announces Secondary Offering of Common Stock
MIAMI-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Burger King Holdings Inc. (NYSE:BKC) announced today that the private equity funds controlled by TPG Capital, Bain Capital Partners and the Goldman Sachs Funds (the "selling stockholders") intend to offer 15 million shares of Burger King common stock in an...
Reed's, Inc Continues International Expansion with Launch into the UK and Ireland; New Partner, Re-Action Sales Ltd, to Distribute Select Reed's Product
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Reed's, Inc. (NASDAQ: REED) announced today that it will be launching certain of its products in the UK and Ireland. Reed's, along with its new distribution partner, Re-Action Sales Ltd, will introduce Reed's Extra Ginger Brew, Reed's Premium Ginger Brew...
Washington Wines Festival Announces 'Wine Weekend' to Benefit Camp Korey, Hole in the Wall Camps and Washington Wine Education Foundation
CARNATION, Wash.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - The Washington Wines Festival announced today the "2008 Wine Weekend to benefit Camp Korey and Hole in the Wall Camps." This exclusive event featuring two days of fun, relaxation and entertainment will be held July 11 & 12, 2008 at the future site...
Teens Travel to Las Vegas to Take a Gamble in the Best Teen Chef Final Round Competition - Set for May 17
PITTSBURGH, May 6 PRNewswire — Culinary-savvy high school seniors from throughout North America are heading to Las Vegas, preparing to out dice, out slice and out chiffonade the competition to win the Best Teen Chef 2008 Final Round Competition. This year's Best Teen Chef Final Round...
Sara Lee's Strong Sales Growth Continues in Third Quarter of Fiscal 2008
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Sara Lee Corp. (NYSE:SLE) today announced that net sales for the third quarter of fiscal 2008, ending March 29, 2008, were $3.2 billion, an increase of 10.5% compared to $2.9 billion in the prior year period. The strong overall net sales growth was...
JBS Swift & Company Upgrades RedPrairie WMS to Improve ''Perfect Orders''
MILWAUKEE-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - RedPrairie Corporation, a leading consumer driven optimization company, announced today that JBS Swift & Company, one of the leading processors of fresh beef and pork in the U.S., has upgraded to a new version of RedPrairie Warehouse Management (WMS) in...
CBRL Group Reports April Comparable Sales
LEBANON, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - CBRL Group, Inc. ("CBRL") (Nasdaq: CBRL) today reported comparable store sales for its Cracker Barrel Old Country Store(R) restaurants and gift shops for the five-week period ending Friday, May 2, 2008. The sales are compared with the five-week period...
O'Charley's Inc. Sets Earnings Release and Conference Call Date for Fiscal First-Quarter Results
NASHVILLE, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - O'Charley's Inc. (NASDAQ: CHUX), a leading casual-dining restaurant company, today announced the details for the release of its results for the 16 week period ending April 20, 2008, as well as its outlook for the 2008 fiscal year. O'Charley's plans to...
A Fresh Generation of New Moms Reject a 107 Year Old Tradition: Jarred Baby Food
CULVER CITY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Baby food jars celebrate their 107th birthday this year. The jars, first prepared in the Netherlands in 1901 and later popularized by Dorothy Gerber in the USA in 1927 saw dramatic rise during the industrial revolution, which promoted baby foods as...
Carrols Restaurant Group, Inc. and Carrols Corporation Report Financial Results for the First Quarter 2008
SYRACUSE, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Carrols Restaurant Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: TAST), the parent company of Carrols Corporation, today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 30, 2008. Highlights for the first quarter of 2008 versus the first quarter of 2007 include...
Miller Brews up Powerful Branding as Official Beer of Westgate City Center
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Clear Channel Branded Cities, a division of Clear Channel Outdoor, today announced a three-year marketing partnership with Miller Brewing Company to make it the Official Beer of Westgate City Center. The sponsorship creates a primary tenant position for...
Green Mountain Coffee Offers One-Day Sale On Four Fair Trade Certified(TM) Coffees in Honor of World Fair Trade Day
WATERBURY, Vt.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Green Mountain Coffee, the coffee segment of Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Inc. (NASDAQ: GMCR), is offering a one-day sale on four Single Origin, Fair Trade Certified(TM) coffees in celebration of World Fair Trade Day. On Saturday, May 10, 2008...
McDonald's(R) Anticipates 8 Million Southern Style Chicken Biscuits and Sandwiches Will Be Given Away During Nationwide Sampling Event on May 15
CHICAGO, May 6 PRNewswire — McDonald's will offer customers and chicken lovers alike the opportunity to try its new Southern Style Chicken Biscuit and Sandwich during a nationwide sampling event at its 14,000 U.S. restaurants on Thursday, May 15. Customers can try the Southern Style...
The Vlasic(R) Stork is Calling All May Babies!
MOUNTAIN LAKES, N.J., May 6 PRNewswire — America's favorite icon, The Vlasic(R) Stork, is delivering good news to one lucky, pickle-loving family in May this year. In celebration of National Pickle Month, Vlasic(R) Pickles is in search of a lucky May 2008-born baby who meets the...
The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. Announces Results for Its Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year Ended February 23, 2008
MONTVALE, N.J.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P, NYSE Symbol: GAP) announced improved fiscal 2007 fourth quarter and full year results for the 12 and 52 weeks ended February 23, 2008, which include for the first time the results of Pathmark Stores...
Moe's Southwest Grill(R) Names Paul Damico as Brand President
ATLANTA, May 6 PRNewswire — FOCUS Brands(R) announced today that Paul Damico has been named brand president of Moe's Southwest Grill(R), the fast growing fast-casual restaurant best known for its flavorful Southwestern fare served in a vibrant and inviting atmosphere. Since acquiring...
Pepsi Reduces Plastic in Half-Liter Non-Carbonated Beverage Bottles by 20%
PURCHASE, N.Y., May 6 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Pepsi is introducing its lightest 500mL flavored non-carbonated beverage bottle yet. The company has reduced the plastic in this bottle by 20%, which will eliminate approximately 20 million pounds of waste from the environment. The...
Pop-Tarts(R) Toaster Pastries Offers American Idol Fans First Access to One of the Summer's Hottest Concert Tours
BATTLE CREEK, Mich., May 6 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Attention "American Idol" fans! Be the first to purchase tickets to see this season's "American Idol" finalists perform live in an exclusive opportunity from Pop-Tarts(R) toaster pastries! Beginning May 14, fans will have a chance to...
Photos: Curly's Talks About True Barbecue
EDINA, Minn., May 6 PRNewswire — In honor of National Barbecue Month, Curly's is celebrating all things barbecue with some interesting facts about barbecue history and preparation, how people in different regions enjoy their barbecue, and a unique barbecue recipe. To view the Multimedia...
A Survey of New Mom 'Firsts' for Mother's Day
LATHAM, N.Y., May 6 PRNewswire — Being a new mother is filled with wonderful "firsts": first smile, first steps, and first words. While Beech-Nut Nutrition Corporation Advisory Panel. The Advisory Panel has been carefully selected to closely match U.S. population demographics. For...
Purchasing Solutions LLC Names New President
OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill., May 6 PRNewswire — Purchasing Solutions LLC announced John M. Denning, Jr. as its new president and chief executive officer. "Mr. Denning's addition is reflective of Purchasing Solutions' commitment to build and maintain a strong and dynamic management team. He...
Got Milk? Campaign Will Recognize and Reward Moms for Their Role as the Family's Chief Health Officer
MIAMI, May 6 PRNewswire — Mothers have always had a lot on their plates — from carpool queen to coach, counselor to chef. It's all been part of a day's work. However, with the growing concerns over childhood obesity and inadequate nutrition, many moms have taken on yet another...
Silicon Valley Bank Releases Annual Wine Industry Report
SANTA ROSA, Calif., and ST. HELENA, Calif., May 6 PRNewswire — Silicon Valley Bank, a leading provider of commercial banking services to the wine industry, released its annual "State of the Wine Industry Report" today. Based on in-house expertise and primary research, the report reveals...
80% of Customers Eat Out Less Due to Food Allergies and Celiac / Coeliac Disease Impacting Quality of Life
CHICAGO, May 6 PRNewswire — Over 2,700 consumers and businesses from 35 countries participated in the new three-dimensional research study — Understanding Gluten and Allergen-Free Experiences of Guests & Hospitality Worldwide. The international findings deliver an innovative...
Gate Gourmet to Buy Five Airline Catering Units in Germany
ZURICH, Switzerland, May 6 PRNewswire — Gate Gourmet, the world's largest independent airline catering and logistics provider and a member of gategroup, has agreed to purchase airline catering units in five cities from Air Berlin and SCK Sky Catering Kitchen GmbH. In addition, Air...
Evan Williams Bourbon Sent to Candidates to Prevent Future Whiskey Faux Pas
BARDSTOWN, Ky., May 6 PRNewswire — Heaven Hill Distilleries, Inc., makers of Evan Williams Bourbon, today sent a bottle to each presidential candidate to prevent a repeat of "Crown Royal-gate." The Wall Street Journal recently ran an article on Bourbon, including a tasting which named...
Tropicana Entertainment Files for Chapter 11 Reorganization
CRESTVIEW HILLS, Ky.-(Business Wire)-May 6, 2008 - Emphasizing that its casino and resort properties are more than adequately financed and that it will continue to serve customers on a "business as usual" basis, Tropicana Entertainment, LLC today filed voluntary petitions for reorganization under...
Target Reduces Costs on Pharmacy and Over-The-Counter Drug Offerings
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - As part of its ongoing commitment to provide exceptional value to guests and consistent with prior practices, Target (NYSE:TGT) will reduce prices on its prescription and over-the-counter drug offerings, remaining competitively priced with Wal*Mart. "We...
2008 National Food Safety Education Month Theme Tackles Food Allergens
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - National Restaurant Association Solutions encourages restaurant and foodservice operators to begin planning for the 14th annual National Food Safety Education Month. This month-long campaign is held every September and focuses on the importance of food safety...
Performance Food Group and VISTAR Corporation Announce Chief Executive Officer for Combined Company upon Completion of Pending Merger
RICHMOND, Va.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Performance Food Group Company (NASDAQ/NGS:PFGC) and VISTAR Corporation announced today that George Holm, the president and chief executive officer of VISTAR, will be the chief executive officer of the combined company that will be known as Performance...
KCM Signs Gourmet Food Preparation Client for Innovation of New North American Wide Revenue Model
FRISCO, Texas-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - KCM HOLDINGS CORP. (OTC:KCMH) has signed an agreement with MISE EN PLACE, a company that provides healthy gourmet food that is fast and economical for busy professionals who have no time to cook. Prepared by gourmet Paris-trained chef Judy Wood, MISE EN...
Performance Food Group Reports First Quarter Sales Increase of 9%
RICHMOND, Va.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Performance Food Group (Nasdaq/NGS:PFGC) announced results today for the first quarter ended March 29, 2008. "The Company's adjusted net earnings growth showed solid improvement this quarter," commented Steve Spinner, president and chief executive...
Cargill Opens New Product Innovation Center, Expands Technical Capabilities to Serve Bakers
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Cargill is expanding its capabilities to serve the baking industry with the opening of a new Product Innovation Center in Minneapolis, Minn. The new center opened in March and allows bakery customers to collaborate directly with Cargill technology experts...
The Cheesecake Factory Opens in Glendale, California
CALABASAS HILLS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated (NASDAQ:CAKE) today announced the opening of its 140th Cheesecake Factory restaurant at the Americana at Brand in Glendale, California on May 2, 2008. The restaurant contains approximately 11,500 square feet...
John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. Announces Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2008 Operating Results
ELGIN, Ill.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. (NASDAQ: JBSS): Quarterly Overview: — Gross profit increased 112.0% — Operating income was $0.1 million versus an operating loss of $6.0 million a year ago — Loss before income taxes was $9.4 million...
Charles Schwab Client Hormel Foods Honored for Innovative Communications to Diverse Workforce
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Charles Schwab client Hormel Foods Corporation was recently honored for an innovative program to introduce a stock option award or similar benefit to the company's diverse workforce. The company received the award from the non-profit Global Equity...
Ken Powell Elected Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of General Mills; Steve Sanger to Retire as Chairman Following Distinguished 34-Year Career
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - General Mills (NYSE: GIS) said today that its board of directors has elected Kendall J. Powell as Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer. The appointment is effective May 23, 2008, when Stephen W. Sanger will retire as Chairman of the Board...
Fifth Annual Taste of Spring to Be Held May 8 in Oakland Rotunda
OAKLAND, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Lively entertainment, delicious food and premium wines will be featured at the fifth annual Taste of Spring on Thursday, May 8, at the Oakland Rotunda, sponsored by Friends of Oakland Parks and Recreation (FOPR). The event, at 300 Frank Ogawa Plaza, will...
Standex Appoints Phillip Whisman as President of Engraving Group
SALEM, N.H.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Standex International Corporation (NYSE:SXI) today announced that it has named Phillip Whisman, (49), as President of the Standex Engraving Group. As President, Whisman will have overall profit and loss responsibility for all of Standex's engraving...
Dole Fresh Vegetables Reconfirms its Commitment to the CHEP Equipment Pooling System
ORLANDO, Fla.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Dole Fresh Vegetables, a division of Dole Food Company, announced today that it will continue to use CHEP pallets for the majority of its product shipments from all of its facilities to major supermarket retailers, foodservice distributors and...
Creekside Renews CHEP Contract to Enhance Productivity and Reduce Product Damage
WORTHINGTON, Pa.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Creekside Mushrooms Ltd., the world's leading producer of mushrooms, today announced it has renewed its contract with CHEP for three years and will continue to ship its product using the pallet pooling program. The company is now using CHEP pallets to...
Valero to Purchase 72 Retail Sites from Albertson's
SAN ANTONIO-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Valero (NYSE: VLO) announced today that it has signed an agreement to purchase 72 convenience stores and fueling kiosks from Albertson's LLC. Once completed, the transaction will expand Valero's company-owned retail presence in Texas, Colorado, Arizona and...
Emergency Food and Shelter Program Observes Twenty-Five Years of Helping Feed and Shelter People Across the Nation
-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Emergency Food and Shelter National Board: -0- *T WHO: The Emergency Food and Shelter National Board is made up of representatives of six of America's leading national service organizations - American Red Cross; Catholic Charities USA; National Council of Churches of...
Study Forecasts to 2102 for the Future Key Global Cheese Markets With New Report
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Research and Markets that produce cheese for their immediate locality and have very little branding and/or national distribution. - Key suppliers: The five companies tracked in every market - Bel, Kraft, Arla Foods, Lactalis and Fonterra. - Industrial...
FoodLogiQ and Smart Online Address National Food Recalls
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - This weekend's recall of 143 tons of meat by a New York-based food manufacturer is one of numerous significant food recalls this year. Because of such recalls, consumers are growing increasingly concerned about the safety and quality of...
CHEP Launches Sustainability Website www.chep.com/onepallet
ORLANDO, Fla.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - CHEP, the global leader in pallet and container pooling, today unveiled a new website that shows the impact of shipping platform choices on the environment and supply chain. Located at www.chep.com/onepallet, the site allows companies to easily calculate...
Heartland Food Corp. Selects Radiant Systems For More Than 200 Burger King Restaurants
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Radiant Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: RADS) announces today that Heartland Food Corp., the third-largest Burger King franchise in the nation with 216 restaurants, has selected the company to implement Aloha QuickService point of sale and MenuLink back office software...
Michael Sansolo Joins Aisle7 Board of Directors
PORTLAND, Ore.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Aisle7(TM) (formerly Healthnotes(R)), the leader in wellness marketing programs for food and drug retailers, today announced the addition of Michael Sansolo, Retail Food Industry Consultant and former SVP of the Food Marketing Institute (FMI), to its...
BUCA, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2008 Earnings Call
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - BUCA, Inc. (Nasdaq: BUCA) announced today that it will release its financial results for its first quarter of fiscal 2008 (ended March 30, 2008) after the market close on Tuesday, May 6, 2008. Management will host a conference call on the same day at 4:30...
Healthnotes is Now Aisle7 -- Offering Fresh Ideas for Wellness Marketing in Every Aisle, Every Day
PORTLAND, Ore.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Healthnotes(R), the leader in wellness marketing programs for food and drug retailers, today announced that it has become Aisle7(TM). This change reflects rapid growth in the Company's storewide solutions and expansion beyond its original vitamin and...
All Aboard the Spring Lake Winery ``Wine Train''
LOCKPORT, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - The "Wine Train" - brainchild of the popular 78-acre Spring Lake Winery along the Niagara Escarpment in Lockport and the nearby Medina Railroad Museum — is back and better than ever. Starting the last Sunday of this month (May 25th), and running...
Spicy Pickle(TM) Teams With Children's Memorial Hospital To Raise Funds for Hospital Caregivers
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Spicy Pickle(TM) fast casual restaurants (OTC BB: SPKL) today announced it will be holding a fundraiser on Tuesday, May 6, to raise money on behalf of the "Care for the Caregivers" program at Chicago's Children's Memorial Hospital. Throughout the day on May 6...
NMI (Non-Manufacturing Index) at 52%; April Non-Manufacturing ISM Report On Business(R); Business Activity Index at 50.9%; New Orders Index at 50.1%; Employment Index at 50.8%
TEMPE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Economic activity in the non-manufacturing sector expanded in April, say the nation's purchasing and supply executives in the latest Non-Manufacturing ISM Report On Business(R). The report was issued today by Anthony Nieves, C.P.M., CFPM, chair of the...
Blue Book Collaborates with AgriWorld Exchange
MENLO PARK, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - AgriWorld Exchange, the first live online agricultural marketplace, today announced that it has signed an agreement with Produce Reporter Company to allow Blue Book subscribers to view rating information from within the AgriWorld Exchange online...
Bon Mange, Inc. Introduces SorbayPC Lozenge
BOTHELL, Wash.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Bon Mange, Inc. announced today the release of its SorbayPC Lozenge, a convenient means for freshening the palate anytime and anywhere. No other product is as effective and easy to use for eliminating the residual food flavors that are often responsible...
LaDainian Tomlinson Works up an Appetite as the Focus of the Latest Campbell's(R) Chunky(TM) Soup National Advertising Campaign
CAMDEN, N.J.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - San Diego Chargers' running back, LaDainian Tomlinson, is known as one of the NFL's hardest workers and a dominant force among offensive players on the field. Off the field, this former league MVP is known for his generosity and humble demeanor - all...
Grocers Turn to Kronos(R) to Drive Store Productivity
LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - As the grocery industry focuses on navigating through a challenging economy, leading food retailers are using workforce management as a key operational strategy. Advanced workforce management is increasingly being recognized as an effective means of...
China Organic Agriculture's CEO Announces Intention to Purchase Company Stock
LOS ANGELES & JILIN, China-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - China Organic Agriculture, Inc. (OTCBB: CNOA) (the "Company"), a growth-driven agricultural products company leading China's organic foods revolution, announced today that Mr. Changqing Xu, CEO of the Company, plans to purchase no less...
Purple Beverage Company Announces Stock Report Coverage by Standard and Poor's
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Purple Beverage Company Inc. (OTCBB: PPBV) is pleased to announce that Standard & Poor's (S&P) has today commenced Factual Stock Report coverage on the rapidly-growing beverage company. In connection with this new coverage, a report detailing...
Campbell Unveils Array of New Products at Food Marketing Institute Annual Meeting
LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB) today unveiled its newest products for the 2008-2009 fiscal year at the annual Food Marketing Institute (FMI) meeting. The products, which include two new lines of Campbell's(R) soups, a new line of Swanson(R) stocks and new...
Purfresh Launches Customer Recognition Program for Leading Produce Providers
LIVERMORE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Today, at the United Fresh event in Las Vegas, Purfresh, Inc., a leading provider of clean chemistry-based solutions that improve quality and yield for the produce industry, introduced "Quality by Purfresh," a program to recognize progressive...
A&B Receives Approval for Phase II Development of Key Maui Industrial Park
KAHULUI, Hawaii-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - A&B Properties, Inc., the real estate subsidiary of Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALEX), has received final zoning approval for its planned 179-acre Maui Business Park-Phase II project in Kahului, Maui. Maui Mayor Charmaine Tavares signed an...
Jamba Juice and Dole Join Forces to Launch Jambafruit.com
EMERYVILLE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Jamba Juice, the leading blender of fruit and other naturally healthy ingredients, has partnered with the Dole Food Company, the world's largest producer and marketer of high-quality fresh fruit, fresh vegetables, and a growing line of packaged and...
X-Rated(R) Fusion Liqueur Crowns the Hottest ''Cougar'' for Mother's Day
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - X-Rated(R) Fusion Liqueur announced today that Anne Bancroft was winner of its poll which ranked the hottest "cougar" in film and television. A number of man-hungry women have graced television and cinema screens over the years to terrorize and titillate...
Florida International University Graduates First Class in China with Hospitality Degree at the First U.S. School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
MIAMI-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Twenty-nine students are graduating on May 5, 2008 from Florida International University's School of Hospitality and Tourism Management program in China, located in Tianjin, the third largest city in China and the seaport of Beijing. The program, a joint venture...
Rudy Nutrition Signs Agreement with One of the Nation's Largest Distributors of Non-Alchoholic Products
LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Rudy Nutrition Inc. (RUNU: OTCPK) is pleased to announce an agreement with Collins Brothers Inc., one of the largest and most established sellers of non-alcoholic products to the liquor industry in the United States. This association with Collins Brothers...
Dr. Jane Goodall Finds Common Ground for Chimps and Coffee
-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Green Mountain Coffee -0- *T What: Members of the media are invited to join world-renowned primatologist and humanitarian Jane Goodall, PhD, DBE, on Thursday, May 8 to sample a coffee created to help preserve chimp habitat. Who: Jane Goodall, Founder—the Jane...
StalkMarket Expands Eco-Friendly Disposable Tableware and Food Packaging Offerings With Two New Product Lines - Planet Plus and Jaya
PORTLAND, Ore.-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - StalkMarket(R), the leading provider of eco-friendly disposable tableware and food packaging in the United States, today announced that it has added two new lines to its family of products. Both product lines are intended to allow the food service...
Research and Markets: Health Remains the Most Important Trend in Packaged Food in Sweden According to New Report
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Research and Markets food over the review period. A number of factors contributed to consumers' changing attitudes, such as new product innovations, strong promotional support and an increasing interest from the media. Leading Players in Food Also...
Asia Pacific Frozen Food Market Increased between 2001 and 2006, growing at an Average Annual Rate of 3.5%
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 5, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of "Frozen Food in Asia-pacific to 2011" to their offering. This databook is a detailed information resource covering all the key data points on Frozen Food in Asia Pacific. It includes comprehensive value...
Webcast Alert: Q3 Fiscal 2008 Earnings Conference Call - Sara Lee Corp.
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill.-(Business Wire)-May 3, 2008 - Sara Lee Corp. (SLE) announces the following Webcast: What: Q3 Fiscal 2008 Earnings Conference Call When: May 6, 2008 @ 10:00 AM Eastern Where: http://www.investorcalendar.com/ClientPage.asp?ID=128244 How: Live over the Internet — Simply log on...
Boston Market Joins Rubicon Team as Sponsor for Indianapolis 500
INDIANAPOLIS, May 3 PRNewswire — Boston Market CEO Rick Arras and Rubicon Race Team owners Jason Priestley and Jim Freudenberg announced today that Boston Market has joined the Rubicon Race Team as a major associate sponsor for the 92nd Indianapolis 500 on May 25, 2008. As part of...
UFood Restaurant Group, Inc. Announces Termination of Franchise Agreement with FL Operator
BOSTON-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - UFood Restaurant Group, Inc. (OTCBB: UFFC), a franchisor and operator of fast-casual restaurants and nutritional product retail stores, today announced the termination of a 2005 franchise agreement with a franchisee operator in Florida. Because the franchisee...
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We are advised by Medialink and Mars Snackfood US that journalists and other readers should disregard the news release, VIDEO from Medialink and Mars Snackfood US: 3 MUSKETEERS(r) MINT and Ingrid Hoffmann Provide Decadent Tips to Bring the Kentucky Derby Home, issued Wednesday, April 30, 2008...
The Middleby Corporation Schedules First Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call
ELGIN, Ill.-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - The Middleby Corporation (NASDAQ: MIDD) today announced it will release 2008 first quarter earnings on Wednesday, May 7 after the market closes. The company has scheduled a conference call to discuss the results at 10 a.m. Central Time on Thursday, May 8...
Maui Land & Pineapple Reports 2008 1st Quarter Results
KAHULUI, Hawaii-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Maui Land & Pineapple Company, Inc. (NYSE:MLP) reported a net loss of $740,000, or $.09 per share for the first quarter of 2008 compared to net income of $15.7 million, or $2.12 per share for the first quarter of 2007. Consolidated revenues were...
Tasty Baking Company Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend
PHILADELPHIA-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Tasty Baking Company (NasdaqGM:TSTY) today announced that its Board of Directors on May 2, 2008, declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per share on all outstanding shares of common stock. The dividend is payable May 30, 2008, to shareholders...
Caruso Affiliated's The Americana at Brand, the Highly Anticipated Luxury Retail and Residential Destination, Debuts with Great Fanfare
GLENDALE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - The Americana at Brand, Caruso Affiliated's new luxury retail and residential village in the heart of downtown Glendale, opened today with a lively grand opening ceremony featuring owner/developer Rick Caruso, Glendale civic leaders and the USC Marching...
Bashas' Makes A Less-Than-One-Percent Reduction In Its Administrative Workforce Due To Challenging Economy
CHANDLER, Ariz., May 2 PRNewswire — Citing a combination of uncontrollable factors — including a downturn in the economy, and the rising cost of food, energy, fuel and healthcare, Bashas' today made a less-than-one-percent reduction of its administrative workforce. "It's a...
Fitch Revises Solo Cup Co.'s Outlook to Positive; Affirms IDR at 'B-'
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Fitch Ratings has affirmed Solo Cup Company's (Solo) Issuer Default Rating (IDR) and existing credit ratings as follows: —IDR affirmed at 'B-'; —Senior secured term loan affirmed at 'BB-/RR1'; —Senior secured revolving credit facility affirmed...
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Affordably at Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market
EL SEGUNDO, Calif., May 2 PRNewswire — Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market offers a range of high-quality and low price products to help you celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Fresh & Easy aims to make fresh, wholesome and affordable food easily accessible to everyone. Fresh & Easy's...
Prepared 4 Life and Amegy Bank of Texas Invite Media Representatives to Join the Official Lemonade Day Caravan with Houston Astros All-Star Jeff Bagwell and VIPs to Visit Select Lemonade Day Stands in Houston Area on Sunday, May 4
-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Lemonade Day: WHO: Houston Astros All Star and Lemonade Day Celebrity Spokesman Jeff Bagwell, Prepared 4 Life Co-founder Michael Holthouse, Amegy Bank of Texas CEO Paul Murphy, Lemonade Day Mascot Lemon Head, and Houston Independent School District Director of...
Doritos and MTV Reality Dating Series 'When Spicy Meets Sweet' Finale Now Up to Fans
NEW YORK, May 2 PRNewswire — Today, fans will have their say when they tune in to watch two remaining spicy-sweet couples compete in a series of challenges in "When Spicy Meets Sweet" — a short-form reality dating series developed by the Doritos brand and MTV. Viewer votes will...
Bread for the World Urges Faster Approval of Food Aid
WASHINGTON, May 2 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Rev. David Beckmann, president, Bread for the World, warned today that by the time Congress releases the $770 million in additional food aid announced by President Bush late yesterday, many more will be added to the 100 million people...
Michael Foods to Webcast First Quarter Results Conference Call
MINNETONKA, Minn., May 2 PRNewswire — Michael Foods, Inc. announced today that the Company will release its first quarter financial results on May 9, 2008 and will conduct a conference call for debtholders to discuss the results at 10:30 a.m. CDT that day. The Company's news release...
Haraaz Coffee Announces Steps to Discovery
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Al-Ezzi Industries announces the U.S. launch of Haraaz Coffee, a new brand grown in the Haraz Mountain region of Yemen. With taste characteristics inherited from its ancestral roots, Haraaz Coffee revives the original taste of Yemen Mocha, the world's...
Grocery Shopping Network and HighJump Software Provide Joint Supply Chain Solution for Giant Food Stores
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn.-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - HighJump Software, a 3M company, a global provider of supply chain execution solutions, and Grocery Shopping Network (GSN), the market leader in web marketing and technology for the retail grocery industry, have provided Giant Food Stores, a...
Help Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger on May 10
Nation's Largest Food Drive Helps Millions of Americans in Need WASHINGTON, May 2 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The following was released by the U.S. Postal Service: What: Letter carriers nationwide will join forces to help stamp out hunger by collecting non-perishable food items and...
The Ultimate What's Hot, What's Not Culinary Trend Report
NEW YORK, May 2 PRNewswire — Who can keep track of what's hot and what's not in the world of culinary trends? Luckily, four years of culinary trend ups-and-downs are plotted in Where Are They Now: A Look Back Culinary Trend Mapping report. As expected, pomegranate has moved swiftly to...
Cuisine Solutions Announces Third Quarter Financial Results and Conference Call
ALEXANDRIA, Va.-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Cuisine Solutions Inc. (FZN) announces the following Webcast and conference call: What: Third Quarter 2008 Conference Call When: May 15, 2008 @ 10:00 AM Eastern Where: http://www.investorcalendar.com/ClientPage.asp?ID=128958 Cuisine Solutions, Inc...
Trufoods Acquires Ritter's Frozen Custard
NEW YORK, May 2 PRNewswire — Ritter's Frozen Custard, the Indianapolis-based chain specializing in ultra-premium ice cream, was acquired by Trufoods, LLC on April 29th. As the first acquisition under Andy Unanue, Trufoods' new chairman and CEO, Ritter's represents the opportunity for...
70-Year-Old First Grader Learns to Read and Write With Assist From Smithfield Foods' Learners to Leaders(TM)
ST. JOSEPH, Mo., May 2 PRNewswire — A sharecropper's son who never had the chance to go to school is now learning to read and write alongside his first-grade classmates, thanks to an assist from Smithfield Foods' Learners to Leaders(TM) program. During a guest appearance yesterday on...
DataSource, Inc. Announces New Supplier Network OneSource
KANSAS CITY, Mo.-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - DataSource, Inc., a document design and distribution service for several major industries including national restaurant chains such as TGI Fridays, Applebee's and Chili's, announces OneSource Certified Supplier Network, an original program designed to...
Beam Global Raises Two Toasts to the Month of May
DEERFIELD, Ill.-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc., a global leader in premium spirits and a unit of Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO) is proud to toast the month of May by embracing the festive spirit of two annual May events: the Kentucky Derby and Cinco de Mayo. As...
Lanza Group, LLC Announces the Entertainment Lineup for Fiesta Atlanta '08
ATLANTA, May 2 PRNewswire — Lanza Group, LLC, one of Atlanta's leading Hispanic market advertising and PR firms, today announced the entertainment lineup for Fiesta Atlanta '08, an outdoor Cinco de Mayo festival celebrating Latino culture, music and food. Fiesta Atlanta '08 takes...
Aid Agency Welcomes Proposal Boosting U.S. Food Aid
Government must move emergency funds quickly, replenish existing reserves World Vision preparing to scale up assistance in hard-hit developing nations WASHINGTON, May 2 PRNewswire-USNewswire — World Vision welcomes the Bush Administration's proposal to boost hunger assistance funding...
Kraft Foods Invests in Quality and Innovative Growth Platforms to Launch More Than 80 New Products At FMI in 2008
NORTHFIELD, Ill.-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Kraft Foods Inc. (NYSE:KFT), a global leader in branded foods and beverages, will highlight more than 80 new products at the 2008 Food Marketing Institute (FMI) Show. More focused than ever on growing its iconic brands and making them even more relevant...
Ball and Alcoa Help Deliver Latest in Can Innovation
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Alcoa (NYSE:AA), the company that invented the pull-top aluminum can, announced today that it has worked with Ball Corporation and Coors Brewing Company to introduce the Vented Wide Mouth Can - the industry's first-ever can with a built-in vent that enables...
Mothers with Breast Cancer Can Dine to Thrive with Gourmet Meal Delivery
LOS ANGELES, May 2 PRNewswire — Mom was always after you to eat right — to find meals that were both tasty and good for you. This Mother's Day, return the gift of eating well with Dine to Thrive's gourmet meals that may help mom fight breast cancer. With a menu designed by an...
HB Boys, L.C. Agrees to Deploy SICOM Technologies to All of Their 54 BURGER KING(R) Restaurants
DOYLESTOWN, Pa., May 2 PRNewswire — SICOM Systems, a leading provider of technology to the global QSR industry, announces that HB Boys, L.C., a BURGER KING(R) Franchisee operating 54 restaurants in Utah, Nevada, Wyoming and Idaho, has selected SICOM Systems to rollout in all of their...
Port City Java Corporate Cafes Increase 5.3% for April 2008 over the Same Period in 2007
WILMINGTON, N.C.-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Port City Java(R): Same Unit Sales: Port City Java announces its same unit corporate cafe sales increased 5.3% for April 2008 over the same period in 2007. Overall, corporate cafe sales increased 15.4% in April 2008 compared to April 2007. The company...
Rick's Cabaret Will Hold Conference Call May 8th to Discuss Second Quarter Results and Will Stage a ''Due Diligence Ball'' at Its New York City Club on May 13th
HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Rick's Cabaret International, Inc. (NASDAQ/GM:RICK), premier operator of adult nightclubs, will release its second quarter 2008 results on May 8th, followed by a conference call/webcast hosted by CEO Eric Langan. On May 13th the company will hold a "Due...
Tequila CAZADORES(R) Sponsors De La Hoya vs. Forbes; Kicks-Off 2008 Las Chicas CAZADORES Tour at May 3 Bout
LOS ANGELES, May 2 PRNewswire — Tequila CAZADORES(R), "the one with the deer on it," and the number-one premium tequila in the world, today announced the launch of the 2008 Las Chicas CAZADORES 20-stop U.S. tour. The announcement came at the tour's first stop in Los Angeles during...
Trello Cioccolato Sponsors Tasty New CHOCOLATE! Exhibit at Pittsburgh's Phipps Conservatory
PITTSBURGH, May 2 PRNewswire — Trello Cioccolato, the custom chocolates division Lord's International is pleased to be the lead sponsor of Chocolate! the new exhibit at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. Chocolate! explores nature's most popular treat-Chocolate! Running from May...
Beloved Neighborhood Restaurant Isabella's Celebrates 20 Years
NEW YORK, May 2 PRNewswire — Upper West Side institution Isabella's celebrates its 20th birthday on Sunday, May 4th with special "throwback" dishes from their original menus and complimentary cake for all. Withstanding the changing landscape of the neighborhood dining scene, Isabella's...
Original Buddha Bar Denies Affiliation With Buddha Bar NYC
PARIS, May 2 PRNewswire — In response to a class action lawsuit filed by employees against the Buddha-Bar NYC and alleging numerous unlawful pay practices, the owners of the original Buddha Bar in Paris, Dubai, Beirut, Sao Paolo, London and Cairo deny any affiliation with the Buddha-Bar...
Help Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger on May 10
Nation's Largest Food Drive Helps Millions of Americans in Need WASHINGTON, May 2 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The following was released by the U.S. Postal Service: What: Letter carriers nationwide will join forces to help stamp out hunger by collecting non-perishable food items and...
NASCAR Star Kyle Busch Celebrates His Birthday With M&M'S(R) Candies and Finds His ''Inner M''
HACKETTSTOWN, N.J.-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Mars Snackfood US announced today it is presenting NASCAR's hottest young driver, Kyle Busch, with a unique gift to help him celebrate his 23rd birthday - his own "Inner M" print advertisement. Busch is the latest celebrity to join the brand's...
How Does Papa John's Spell Mexico? Mushroom, EXtra Cheese, Italian Sausage, Chicken and Onion!
LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - This Cinco de Mayo, Papa John's is giving its customers a reason to say, "Viva Mexico!" No need to crack open a pinata for this deal - simply enter promo code "CINCO" online at www.papajohns.com from May 2 - 5 and get an order of chickenstrips for just...
Specialty Coffee World Meets in Minneapolis, May 2 - 5
-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - SCAA: What: The Specialty Coffee Association of America (SCAA) will hold its 20th Annual Conference & Exhibition at the Minneapolis Convention Center, May 2 - 5, in Minneapolis, Minn. The conference and exhibition is the largest annual worldwide gathering of coffee...
Make Mother's Day Special with The Cheeses of France
PORTLAND, Maine, May 2 PRNewswire — Struggling with what to get mom for Mother's Day? Surprise her with a gourmet gift of specialty cheeses from France. Whether preparing Mother's Day brunch or just looking for an unforgettable gift, any one of the hundreds of French cheeses make the...
Horse Fans 'Race to Recycle' at Churchill Downs
LOUISVILLE, May 2 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Mayor Jerry Abramson; Steve Sexton, President of Churchill Downs; Pat Franc, President of ARCO Aluminum; and Anheuser-Busch Recycling Corporation today announced a joint project that will re-energize the recycling program at the historic...
Food Bank Survey Points to Critical Shortage of Food, Urgency of Farm Bill and Immediate Need for $100 Million in Emergency Federal Funding
New Report Finds Food Banks Nationwide Seeing Nearly 20 percent Increase in Clients CHICAGO, May 2 PRNewswire-USNewswire — America's Second Harvest - The Nation's Food Bank Network reported the results of a new survey that found 100 percent of food bank respondents have seen an increase...
Processors Predict New Products with Healthier Attributes
TROY, Mich., May 2 PRNewswire — Convenient, healthy, natural and organic characteristics dominate new products in 2008. A survey of more than 300 food and beverage product developers reveals that consumer "convenience" is the price of entry requirement for processors developing new...
Research and Markets: Kraft Foods, Inc. Recorded Revenues of $34,356 Million During the Fiscal Year Ended December 2006, a Marginal Increase of 0.7% Over 2005
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Research and Markets is a holding company engaged in manufacturing and marketing branded food and beverages. The Company has operations in 72 countries and sells its products in more than 155 countries. It is headquartered in Northfield, Illinois and...
Amedei-US Names Esther 'Malia' Milstead West Coast Division Manager
NEW YORK, May 2 PRNewswire — Amedei-US announced the appointment of Malia Milstead as the West Coast Division Manager based in San Francisco, California. Ms. Milstead is responsible for directing Amedei-US' sale and marketing efforts in the Western Region of the U.S., including...
Gulfport-Biloxi Airport Welcomes Installation of New YoNaturals Healthy Vending Machines
SAN DIEGO, May 2 PRNewswire — With an aggressive growth plan in effect for 2008, YoNaturals Inc., the nations leading healthy vending provider, has taken another big step in their expansion efforts with new vending locations in the state of Mississippi. Established in August of 2006...
D&S First Quarter Results
SANTIAGO, Chile, May 2 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Distribucion y Servicio D&S S.A. (NYSE: DYS; Latibex: XDYS) announced earnings for the first quarter 2008: Highlights I Quarter 2008 — Net income increased 11.7% to Ch$11,081 million (US$25.3 million). Net margin increased 20 bp...
Full-Page Ad in USA TODAY Says Ignition Interlocks are Good for Lindsay Lohan, Bad for Moderate Social Drinkers
ABI Says Bills Mandating Ignition Interlocks for Low-BAC, First-Time Offenders Go Too Far; Will Lead to Interlocks on All Cars WASHINGTON, May 2 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Today the American Beverage Institute (ABI) launched a national radio and print advertising campaign to educate the...
USDA Grants Organic Certification to Ayala's Herbal Water(TM)
PHILADELPHIA, May 2 PRNewswire — The Organic Crop Improvement Association has reviewed Ayala's Herbal Water and has issued its OCIA International Organic Certification. The new certificate, bearing the USDA Organic logo, applies to all six Herbal Water(TM) flavors and will make...
CORESense Teams With Merchant e-Solutions to Launch First and Only Direct to Market Retailing Solution Saving Money and Time for Wineries. Wine Industry Excels Despite Down Economy
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., May 2 PRNewswire — Due to the explosion of wine sales in the United States, CORESense and their payment processing partner, Merchant e-Solutions (MeS), announced the launch of their new Integrated Retail Management Solution for Wineries at the Direct to Consumer...
Zevotek, Inc. Films Promotional IONIC BULB Infomercial
NEW YORK, May 2 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Zevotek, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Diet Coffee, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: DCFF - News; Frankfurt: T5V.F - News), is pleased to announce the completion of a two-minute infomercial for the company's IONIC BULB product. The promotional spot...
Planet Organic Wins Top Rating Among Canadian Food Retailers
EDMONTON, May 2 PRNewswire-FirstCall - A national magazine picked Planet Organic Markets as the top organic food retailer across Canada. The survey of 14 major grocery retailers by Corporate Knights magazine gave Planet Organic an overall "Excellent" rating or an 'A', while Planet's most...
Celebrate Your Heroes with Customer Designed Dunkin' Donuts Cards for Mother's and Father's Day
CANTON, Mass., May 2 PRNewswire — This Mother's Day and Father's Day, Dunkin' Donuts is making it easy to honor not just your parents, but also the local heroes who make a difference in our communities every day. Dunkin' Donuts, the world's largest coffee and baked goods chain, today...
33 Sioux Falls High School Graduating Seniors Honored for Post Secondary Achievements
SIOUX FALLS, S.D., May 2 PRNewswire — Thirty-three Sioux Falls graduating high school seniors from Lincoln, Washington, Roosevelt and Joe Foss high schools were honored Thursday night as the first Learners to Leaders(TM) class to obtain their high school diploma while also completing 20...
Fruit & Vegetables in Belgium Report Includes Key Macroeconomic and Demographic Data Affecting the Market
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Research and Markets , and include all applicable taxes. Any currency conversions used to create this report have been calculated at constant 2006 annual average exchange rates. Market volumes show domestic demand for fruit and vegetables. While fruit...
Beverage Plus: The Lipton Tea 250 NASCAR Nationwide Series Race in Richmond, Virginia
LAS VEGAS and ZURICH, Switzerland, May 2 PRNewswire — "At MacDonald Motorsports we have a great car ready for the Lipton Tea 250 at Richmond, Virginia. This is expected to be one of the most exciting races of the 2008 season - it is a night-time race this Friday on a .75 mile...
Global Amino Acids Market Projected to Grow at a Healthy 6.8% Annually to 2013
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Research and Markets For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90591
Study Forecasts to 2011 for Health and Wellness - Packaged Food Market in Norway
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Research and Markets , allowing you to compare health and wellness categories with each other or in the context of the total market for a sector . It identifies the leading companies, the leading brands and offers strategic analysis of key factors...
Confectionery Market in China Increased at an Annual Rate of 6.9% between 2001 and 2006
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of "Confectionery in China to 2011" to their offering. This databook is a detailed information resource covering all the key data points on Confectionery in China. It includes comprehensive value volume...
Breakfast Cereals in China Report Information is Supported by the Key Macroeconomic and Demographic Data Affecting the Market
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 2, 2008 - Research and Markets , 2003-2007 Table 17: China Inflation, 2003-2007 Table 18: China Exchange Rate, 2003 *T For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90544 Source: Datamonitor
Rick Dees & Movin 93.9 Cinco de Mayo Celebration!: Free Tacos at King Taco in Pico Rivera!
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - Movin 93.9's Rick Dees in the Morning is giving away free tacos to the first 939 people to come to the King Taco in Pico Rivera on Cinco de Mayo (Monday, May 5, 2008) from 7am - 10am and place a Movin 93.9 bumper sticker on their car! Celebrate Cinco de Mayo...
President Bush is Right on Biofuels
WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - Jim Greenwood, president and CEO of the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO), issued the following statement today lauding President Bush's avowal yesterday that ethanol production is responsible for only a small part of food inflation: "President Bush...
Cuisine Solutions, Inc. Announces Changes to French Operations
ALEXANDRIA, Va.-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - Cuisine Solutions, Inc. (AMEX:FZN), a leading premium, fully-cooked, frozen food manufacturer, today announced that the Company has taken decisive steps to decrease the overhead and staff of its French operations. The Company also announced that it...
YoNaturals to Install Healthy Vending Machines at Stanford University
SAN DIEGO, May 1 PRNewswire — Based out of Solana Beach, Ca, YoNaturals Inc. was launched in August of 2007 as the first healthy vending company of its kind. They have been committed, from the start, to providing their customers with alternatives to the 'junk food' that is typically...
Famous Dave's Helps as Graduation Party Season Gears Up
MINNETONKA, Minn.-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - (Grassroots Newswire) — Studies estimate that approximately three million students will graduate from high schools nationwide this spring, making it the largest number of graduates in U.S. history. The high school graduation party is often the...
COPIA to Open Bistro and Wine Bar Featuring Largest Tasting Room on West Coast
NAPA, Calif., May 1 PRNewswire — COPIA: The American Center for Wine, Food, & the Arts unveiled plans today to open a wine bar that will feature the largest by-the-glass wine-tasting room on the West Coast as well as a casual dining bistro. The creation of the new wine bar and...
Statement by the President on Food Aid
WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - Diplomatic Reception Room 3:13 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: In recent weeks, many have expressed concern about the significant increase in global food prices. And I share this concern. In some of the world's poorest nations, rising prices can mean the difference...
ARAMARK Announces Second Quarter Results Webcast
PHILADELPHIA-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - ARAMARK Corporation, a world leader in providing professional services, will host a conference call to review its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2008 on Thursday, May 8, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The broadcast of the conference...
Jamba, Inc. Reports Unaudited Fiscal First Quarter 2008 Company Stores Revenue Increase of 14.5% and Announces Earnings Conference Call for May 27, 2008
EMERYVILLE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - Jamba, Inc. (NASDAQ:JMBA; NASDAQ:JMBAU; NASDAQ:JMBAW) today reported preliminary unaudited revenue, comparable store sales, and store count results for its fiscal first quarter 2008. Fiscal first quarter 2008 (1Q08), 16-week period ended April 22...
Jones Soda Co. Reports Fiscal 2008 First Quarter Results
SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - Jones Soda Co. (the "Company" or "Jones") today announced results for the first quarter of 2008. — Finished goods case sales in our DSD and DTR channels increased 31% in the quarter compared to the same period of 2007. — Finished goods case sales...
CP Kelco Explores Options with Knowsley Xanthan Gum Facility
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - CP Kelco announced that it has completed the first phase of the previously announced closure of its Knowsley, UK xanthan gum production facility. "We want to thank our colleagues for their dedication and hard work through this transition," said David...
AmericanWinery.com Places Winery Partners in Major Product Portals -- Wineries May Now Access Millions of New Consumers Online
WALLA WALLA, Wash.-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - AmericanWinery.com, the leading web-based marketplace for direct-to-consumer wine sales, is providing significant additional marketing for all winery partners utilizing its Consumer Direct Marketplace program. The company now lists its entire...
Bluewater Grill Courts the 'Inland' Seafood Lover with Opening of Third Southern California Location at The District at Tustin Legacy in Central OC
TUSTIN, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - Making good on its promise to bring its premiere fresh seafood concept to Southern Californians that don't happen to live at the beach, Bluewater Grill Seafood Restaurant has opened a 7,250-square-foot restaurant at The District at Tustin Legacy, the...
Probe Launched by Advocacy Group
NEW YORK, May 1 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The Urban Professionals Action Network (UPAN), a division of New York City based minority business advocacy group, The Professionals Network Organization (TPNO), announced today that it will be conducting an independent study of supplier diversity...
Andre Agassi College Preparatory School Welcomes YoNaturals Healthy Vending Program
LAS VEGAS, May 1 PRNewswire — YoNaturals Inc., the nationwide leader in healthy vending, announced today that is launching its healthy vending program in Las Vegas and amongst the first locations to commit are the Andre Agassi College Preparatory School and the Las Vegas Convention...
China, the Leading Market for Joint Health Product Glucosamine is Projected to Retain Its Leading Position with Its Share Dropping to 36% by 2013
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - Research and Markets For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90672
Stater Bros. Holdings Inc. Announces Earnings Conference Call for Second Quarter Ending March 30, 2008
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif., May 1 PRNewswire — Stater Bros. Holdings Inc. announces the Earnings Conference Call for the second quarter ending March 30, 2008 on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 11:30 AM Eastern Time. The number to call for the conference will be 877-471-0098. The conference ID...
Sanderson Farms, Inc. Announces New Credit Agreement
LAUREL, Miss.-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - Sanderson Farms, Inc. (NASDAQ:SAFM) today announced that its existing revolving credit facility through a consortium of banks has been increased from $225 million to $300 million, providing the Company with additional available credit, as needed, for the...
Food Safety Advocate William Marler Welcomes End of Factory Farms
SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - A report released by the influential Pew Commission yesterday on Industrial Farm Animal Production could result in chickens and cows receiving more humane treatment. Pew's recommendations, based on a two-year study, would eliminate practices standard on "factory...
Sneak Peek: City Winery
NEW YORK, May 1 PRNewswire — This fall, New York wine lovers can enjoy the art of winemaking in their own backyard — literally — with the opening of City Winery (143 Varick Street) in Manhattan's SoHo neighborhood. Thanks to founder and CEO, Michael Dorf, oenophiles can...
Asoyia Secures Venture Capital Funding
IOWA CITY, Iowa, May 1 PRNewswire — Asoyia has finalized an agreement with two key venture capital firms, securing $4 million to expand marketing, research and development of its ULTRA low linolenic soybean products. Asoyia is the innovator and leader in developing and providing the...
Chiquita Reports Strong First Quarter 2008 Results
CINCINNATI, May 1, 2008 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Chiquita Brands International, Inc. (NYSE: CQB) today released financial and operating results for the first quarter 2008. First quarter net sales increased 7 percent year- over-year to $1.3 billion, and the company reported net income...
Peet's Coffee & Tea, Inc. Reports First Quarter 2008 Results
EMERYVILLE, Calif., May 1 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Peet's Coffee & Tea, Inc. (Nasdaq: PEET) today announced its first quarter 2008 results for the period ended March 30, 2008, which included 13 weeks. In this release, the Company: — Reports net revenue of $67.1 million, an...
Harry & David Holdings, Inc. to Report 2008 Third Fiscal Quarter Financial Results on May 8, 2008
MEDFORD, Ore., May 1 PRNewswire — Harry & David Holdings, Inc. announced today that on Thursday, May 8, 2008 it will release financial results for its 2008 third fiscal quarter ended March 29, 2008. The Company will conduct a conference call to discuss the results at 1:30 PM...
AUDIO from Medialink and Kellogg's: Enjoy Your Kids Being Kids!
NEW YORK, May 1 PRNewswire — For parents, it seems like one day kids are wearing diapers, and the next day a cap and gown. Childhood is a magical time for families, but it goes by so fast. How can we celebrate kids just being kids and savor childhood? Listen to this report from...
Heifer International and the Food Crisis: Agroecology Critical Part of Solution
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., May 1 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Amid calls for increased food aid due to the crisis in food prices, hunger experts at Heifer International are issuing appeals for long-term solutions that increase available food supplies through agricultural development. Dr. Jim...
Publix Reports First Quarter Results and Stock Price
LAKELAND, Fla.-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - Publix's sales for the first quarter of 2008 were $6.2 billion, a 6 percent increase from last year's $5.9 billion. Comparable-store sales for the first quarter of 2008 increased 3.6 percent. Net earnings for the first quarter were $343.2 million...
Help Wanted: Do You Have What It Takes to Be the Next Member of the Arby's Rescue Brigade?
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - Do you dream of Beef 'n Cheddars and Jamocha Shakes? Do thoughts of eating another greasy burger make you break out in a cold sweat? Then you just might have what it takes to be the next member of the Arby's Rescue Brigade and win a role in an upcoming Arby's...
Organic for Less at Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market
EL SEGUNDO, Calif., May 1 PRNewswire — Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market, in its effort to make fresh, wholesome food easily accessible to everyone, offers a range of affordably priced organic products in every store. To make Fresh & Easy organic products easy to find, each...
The Hub Top 10 of Shopper Marketing Excellence
WESTPORT, Conn.-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - Cincinnati-based Procter & Gamble tops the list of brand marketers and Detroit-based Mars Advertising the list of agencies in The Hub magazine's first-ever ranking of excellence in Shopper Marketing. Shopper Marketing is a rapidly emerging discipline...
Ralphs to Offer Customers Free Groceries
LOS ANGELES, May 1 PRNewswire — Ralphs said today that beginning Friday, May 2, 2008, customers can receive free groceries through a gift card program available exclusively in Ralphs stores. The program allows Ralphs customers to exchange their tax refund or economic stimulus checks...
Pactiv Corporation Names Michael O. Oliver Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer; Henry M. Wells, III Retires
LAKE FOREST, Ill.-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - Pactiv Corporation (NYSE: PTV) today announced that Michael O. Oliver, 54, has been named vice president and chief human resources officer, replacing Henry M. Wells, III, 63, who will be retiring as of May 16. "Henry joined Pactiv shortly after our...
Langosmar Organic Shrimp Signs Domestic Exclusive Distribution Deal with Blue Horizon Organic Seafood Co.
APTOS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - At a time when the shrimp industry is under public scrutiny, Blue Horizon Organic is pioneering a model that is both socially and ecologically responsible. Today the company announced an exclusive distribution agreement with Langosmar S.A. of Guayaquil...
Pans & Company, Pollo Campero Create Joint Venture for Expansion of Restaurants in Spain and Central America
MADRID, Spain-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - The Spanish multinational company Eat Out, owner of the chains Pans & Company, FrescCo, Bocatta, Dehesa Santa Maria and Pastafiore, among others, have signed a formal agreement to create a joint venture with the Guatemalan firm Pollo Campero for an...
nFinanSe Announces Appointment of Compliance Officer
TAMPA, Fla.-(Business Wire)-May 1, 2008 - nFinanSe Inc. (OTCBB:NFSE), today announced the appointment of Kenneth E. Lawson to the position of Vice President - Compliance, effective May 12, 2008. Mr. Lawson was most recently with the international consulting firm of Booz Allen Hamilton Inc., where he...
The U.S. Conference of Mayors Examines the Importance of Municipal Water
The Nation's Major Cities Investigate the Economic and Health Benefits of Public Investment in Clean Water, Water Infrastructure NEW YORK, May 1 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The U.S. Conference of Mayors convened today in New York City a joint meeting of the Mayors Water Council and the...
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