Food/Beverages Newswire

Cheng Cohen Law Firm Names New Partner

CHICAGO, May 10 PRNewswire — Cheng Cohen LLC, a Chicago-based law firm focusing in corporate, franchise, and commercial litigation and the franchise industry's leading full service boutique law firm, announced today that Michael Daigle has joined the firm as a partner. "Michael brings...

Economic Opportunity Replaces Conflict in Iraq

BALAD, Iraq, May 9 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The U.S. Agency for International Development's (USAID) Agribusiness Program, 'Inma,' is leading the way to economic recovery in the city of Balad, 50 miles north of Baghdad. A $5 million grant to restart operations at the Balad Canning Factory...

FreshDirect Helps New Yorkers Give Back This Mother's Day

LONG ISLAND CITY, N.Y., May 9 PRNewswire — FreshDirect, one of the nation's leading online gourmet food purveyors and delivery services, is proud to join the generous efforts of Citymeals-on-Wheels in providing a healthy and happy Mother's Day to the homebound elderly of New York...

Eagle Ventures Announces Record First Quarter Sales for Hydrate2O

EAGLE, Idaho, May 9 PRNewswire-FirstCall — (Pink Sheets: EGVI) Eagle Ventures International, Inc. ("the Company") announced today that one of its wholly-owned subsidiaries, Hydrate2O, booked record sales for the first quarter of 2008, up 33% over the same period last year. The...

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...

Race Fans on Fast Track to Recycling

CONCORD, N.C., May 9 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Race fans will have an opportunity to support the environment, their favorite drivers, as well as Speedway Children's Charities for two weekends of racing at the historic Lowe's Motor Speedway this month. Partnering with Lowe's Motor...

Fritos Brand and Tim McGraw 'Spice Up' Ad Campaign and Launch Limited Edition Tim McGraw Spicy Jalapeno Fritos Corn Chips

PLANO, Texas, May 9 PRNewswire — The Fritos brand spiced up snacking today by collaborating with Grammy Award-winning musician Tim McGraw for an integrated partnership to reach fans everywhere — from television to retail to on tour. For a limited-time only Tim McGraw Spicy...

SEC Declares China Marine Food Group Limited Registration Statement Effective

SHISHI, China, May 9 Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall — China Marine Food Group Ltd. (OTC Bulletin Board: CMFO), a China-based processor and distributor of fresh and processed seafood products, today announced that its registration statement on Form S-1, has been declared effective by the...

WFP Aid Flights to Proceed to Myanmar Tomorrow

ROME, May 9 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The following is a statement by Nancy E. Roman, Director of Public Policy and Communications of the World Food Program: "The World Food Program has decided to send in two relief flights as planned tomorrow, while discussions continue with the...

Pro-Fac Announces Third Fiscal Quarter 2008 Results

FAIRPORT, N.Y., May 9 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Pro-Fac Cooperative, Inc. ("Pro-Fac" or the "Cooperative") (Nasdaq: PFACP), an agricultural cooperative, filed its Report on Form 10-QSB for the fiscal quarter ended March 29, 2008, today with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Form...

/C O R R E C T I O N -- RUBI REY/

In the news release, RUBI REY Rum Launches an Art Movement: the86collective Brings Digital Art to the Forefront, issued earlier today by RUBI REY over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company of an additional contact: Tanya Thomas, +1-212-477-8090, ext. 15, for RUBI REY. RUBI REY...

'Going Green' Is Big at This Year's National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

Restaurant operators will find products, information, contacts and solutions on how to implement practices that are both eco-friendly and business-smart CHICAGO, May 9 PRNewswire-USNewswire — "Going green" is not a trend, it's a smart new way of doing business. In addition to being...

Tai Na International Fruits (Beijing) Co. Ltd. To Build a 'Pinggu Peach' Base

BEIJING, May 9 Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall — Tai Na International Fruits (Beijing) Co. Ltd. ("Tai Na International") recently signed an agreement with Beijing Lvgu Qingyuan Fruit Production & Marketing Cooperative (Beijing Lvgu) regarding the use of a 668-mu peach garden at...

Premium Australian Beverage Company Lion Nathan Selects Quickcomm for Telecom Expense Management Services

NEW YORK, May 9 PRNewswire — Lion Nathan, an Australian premium alcoholic beverages company has chosen Quickcomm, a leading global provider of telecommunications expense management software and services. Quickcomm will implement the software solution to help manage the organization's...

Smart Balance to Webcast Presentation at Goldman Sachs Consumer Products Symposium

PARAMUS, N.J., May 9 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Smart Balance Inc. (Nasdaq: SMBL) announced today Stephen Hughes, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Smart Balance Inc., will make a presentation at the annual Goldman Sachs Consumer Products Symposium in New York, NY, at 10:50 a.m. EDT...

Shells Seafood Restaurants, Inc. Reports First Quarter 2008 Results

TAMPA, Fla., May 9 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Shells Seafood Restaurants, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: SHLL) today reported financial results for its first quarter ended March 30, 2008. Key metrics for the first quarter of 2008, compared to the first quarter of 2007: — Revenues decreased...

Amber Valletta on Preventing Mercury Exposure

WASHINGTON, May 9 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Oceana, an international ocean conservation group based in Washington, D.C., has been working to prevent seafood contamination for many years. Consuming big fish high on the food chain is the primary way that we are exposed to mercury, a...

Drink Tea. Win $20,000. Experience the 'Calm-A-Sutra of Tea'

NEW YORK, May 9 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The Tea Council of the USA, Inc. announced today the launch of the 2008 Calm-A-Sutra of Tea(TM), a nationwide scholarship competition awarding one creative student $20,000 towards their education, in an effort to introduce America's young people...

Landry's Restaurants, Inc. ('LNY'/NYSE) Reports First Quarter 2008 Results

HOUSTON, May 9 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Landry's Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE: LNY) (the "Company"), today announced its results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2008. Revenues from continuing operations for the three months ended March 31, 2008, totaled $294.8 million, as compared to...

Zhongpin Engages Consultants to Assist with Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance Effort

CHANGGE, Henan Province, China, May 9 Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall — Zhongpin Inc. (Nasdaq: HOGS) ("Zhongpin"), a leading meat and food processing company in the People's Republic of China ("PRC"), today announced that it has entered into a letter of engagement with Horwath Risk Advisory...

China Bottles, Inc. Announces New Ticker

FOGANG, Guangdong, China, May 9 Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall — China Bottles, Inc. ("The Company") (OTC Bulletin Board: CBTT), a leading plastic packaging solution company and plastic bottle production equipment in the People's Republic of China, today announced that its stock will start...

M & F Worldwide Corp. Reports First Quarter 2008 Results

NEW YORK, May 9 PRNewswire-FirstCall — M & F Worldwide Corp. (NYSE: MFW), today reported results for the quarter ended March 31, 2008. As previously announced, on May 1, 2007, M & F Worldwide (the "Company") completed the acquisition of John H. Harland Company ("Harland") and...

McDonald's(R) New York Tri-State Area Restaurants Launch New Southern Style Menu Additions With the Help of Special Guest Sandra Lee

ROSELAND, N.J., May 9 PRNewswire — Along with the help of special guest and Food Network Emmy-nominated television star, Sandra Lee, McDonald's New York Tri-State Area restaurants are holding an exclusive tasting of their latest menu additions: Southern Style Chicken Biscuit, Southern...

Featured Stocks on Today's Edition of WallSt.net's 3-Minute Press Show: OFI, GTXO, EXBX, PRPM

NEW YORK, May 9 PRNewswire-FirstCall — WallSt.net's 3-Minute Press Show is a daily video program hosted by WallSt.net reporter, Tracee Tolentino. Shows air Monday through Friday on: http://tv.wallst.net/3-min-press/3-min-press.php. WallSt.net's 3-Minute Press Show features in-depth...

Metromint Fans to Have a Ball

SAN FRANCISCO, May 9 PRNewswire — Metromint water is giving its fans the chance to win one of 100 autographed soccer balls signed by U.S. Women's Soccer Team forward, Lindsay Tarpley. The popular beverage signed on as official sponsor of the 2004 Olympic Gold medalist late last...

Say Hello to 'BOB' - San Francisco Restaurateur Opens BEST-O-BURGER

SAN FRANCISCO, May 9 PRNewswire — Renowned restaurateur Stephen Weber has opened the first BEST-O-BURGER (BOB for short) gourmet mini-burger franchise at 89 Belden Place in San Francisco. "BOB is a fun idea, a small indulgence, a great taste with very little guilt," said Weber. "Its...

'Speed Racer' Zips Into McDonald's(R) for the Newest Happy Meal(R) Toy Collection

CHICAGO, May 9 PRNewswire — Beginning today and through June 5, young guests at McDonald's can bring home the excitement of the new, live-action "Speed Racer" movie with their Happy Meals. Inspired by Warner Bros. Pictures' and Village Roadshow Pictures' "Speed Racer," opening...

Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream Annouces Executive Changes

OAKLAND, Calif., May 8 PRNewswire — Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream Holdings, Inc. has announced two senior executive changes. Tony Sarsam has been named executive vice president of sales and operations, and Rhonda Ramlo has been named executive vice president of marketing, replacing Tyler...

NutraCea to Host First Quarter 2008 Conference Call on May 12.

PHOENIX, May 8 PRNewswire-FirstCall — NutraCea (OTC Bulletin Board: NTRZ), a world leader in stabilized rice bran (SRB), nutrient research and technology, announced today that it will release its first quarter financial results on Monday, May 12 after the market closes. Management...

Ralcorp Holdings Announces Results for the Second Quarter of Fiscal 2008

ST. LOUIS, May 8 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Ralcorp Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: RAH) today filed its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended March 31, 2008. Reported diluted earnings per share were $1.46 including the impact of a non-cash gain on forward sale contracts related to...

Omega Protein Reports 2008 First Quarter Results

HOUSTON, May 8 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Omega Protein Corporation (NYSE: OME), the nation's leading producer of Omega-3 fish oil and specialty fish meal products, today reported net income for the first quarter of 2008 of $1.9 million ($0.11 a share), compared with a net loss of $2.3...

Former Refugee is Small Business Person of the Year

Andrew Ly, Others to be Recognized During Small Business Week SAN FRANCISCO, May 8 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Andrew Ly, who arrived in San Francisco in 1979 with one dollar in his pocket after fleeing Vietnam, will be honored May 12 as the "Small Business Person of the Year" by the...

Darling International Inc. Announces First Quarter 2008 Results

IRVING, Texas, May 8 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Darling International Inc. (NYSE: DAR) today reported record first quarter net income of $21.5 million, or $0.26 per share, for the first quarter ended March 29, 2008. Sales and results of operations of the first quarter as compared to the...

Raising the Bar on MonoPropyleneGlycol USP/EP

ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, May 8 PRNewswire — LyondellBasell Industries has completed Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) certification of its management systems at its plants in Fos-sur-Mer, France, and Botlek, The Netherlands, where MonoPropyleneGlycol USP/EP (MPG-USP/EP...

Roederer Estate Acquires Prime Pinot Noir Vineyards in Anderson Valley

PHILO, Calif., May 8 PRNewswire — Roederer Estate 587-2011 SOURCE Maisons Marques & Domaines

Harry & David Holdings, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2008 Results

MEDFORD, Ore., May 8 PRNewswire — Harry & David Holdings, Inc., announced today financial results for its third fiscal quarter ended March 29, 2008. All results reflect continuing operations net of the Company's divestiture of its Jackson & Perkins business in April 2007 and...

CHS Foundation Awards $37,500 in Scholarships to Two-Year College Students

ST. PAUL, Minn., May 8 PRNewswire — The CHS Foundation has awarded $37,500 in scholarships to two-year college students studying agriculture. The CHS Foundation is the major giving entity of CHS Inc., an energy, grains and foods Fortune 200 company. "We are proud to support the next...

Brainfood Awarded $25,000 Grant from General Mills Foundation through DC Mayor Fenty's New Health Communities Program

WASHINGTON, May 8 PRNewswire — Brainfood, a local non-profit youth development organization, has been awarded a $25,000 grant from the General Mills Foundation as part of the newly launched Healthy Communities Program launched today in conjunction with District of Columbia Mayor...

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Announces Appointment of New Executive Officers

DURANGO, Colo., May 8 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. (Nasdaq: RMCF), which franchises gourmet chocolate and confection stores and manufactures an extensive line of premium chocolates and other confectionery products, today announced the appointment of...

CHS Foundation Offers New AG Scholarship Program for High School Students

ST. PAUL, Minn., May 8 PRNewswire — High school students pursuing careers in the agriculture industry have the opportunity to earn one of 25 $1,000 scholarships thanks to a new program offered by the CHS Foundation, the major giving entity of CHS, an energy, grains and foods Fortune 200...

Beverage Plus Inc. Presents its MC2 Energy Drink as Primary Sponsor of MacDonald Motorsports at the Diamond Hill Plywood 200 NASCAR Nationwide Series Race in Darlington, South Carolina

LAS VEGAS, Nevada and ZURICH, Switzerland, May 8 PRNewswire — To promote its brand recognition in the eastern portion of the United States, Beverage Plus Inc. aligned itself with MacDonald Motorsports at an upcoming NASCAR Nationwide Series race in Darlington, South Carolina. The...

Boo Koo Holdings, Inc. Announces 2008 First Quarter Financial Results

ADDISON, Texas, May 8 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Boo Koo Holdings, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: BOKO) (Boo Koo), an energy drink company, announced today financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2008. Net sales for the first quarter of fiscal 2008 were $501,557 compared to...

NuCO2 INC. Shareholders Approve Merger Agreement with Affiliates of Aurora Capital Group

STUART, Fla., May 8 PRNewswire-FirstCall — NuCO2 Inc. (Nasdaq: NUCO) announced that at the Company's Special Meeting of Shareholders held today, NuCO2's shareholders overwhelmingly voted to approve the merger agreement with affiliates of Aurora Capital Group. "We are pleased with the...

Nation's Letter Carriers Prepare for 50-State Food Drive Saturday

WASHINGTON, May 8 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Letter carriers across the country will collect non-perishable food donations Saturday (May 10) as they deliver mail along their postal routes in the nation's largest one-day effort to combat hunger. The 16th annual drive is being conducted by...

iQue(R) Digital Technology Heats Up the Grilling Industry, From BTUs to CPUs

NASHVILLE, Tenn., May 8 PRNewswire — Fiesta and Blue Ember grills have been used in North American homes for more than 25 years. Now, Blue Ember by Fiesta introduces a breakthrough in grilling - Blue Ember 650 iQue. The iQue is milestone technology, ushering in a new generation of...

Fuwei Films to Announce First Quarter 2008 Financial Results on May 14, 2008

BEIJING, May 8 Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall — Fuwei Films (Holdings) Co. Limited (Nasdaq: FFHL) ("Fuwei" or "the Company"), a manufacturer and distributor of high-quality BOPET plastic films located in China, today announced that it will report financial results for the first quarter...

Sam's Club(R) Hosts Qualifying Tour for Nathan's(R) Famous Fourth of July 2008 Hot Dog Eating Contest

BENTONVILLE, Ark., May 8 PRNewswire — Hot Dog lovers and sport eaters were in awe last Fourth of July when underdog Joey Chestnut, beat six-time champion Takeru Kobayashi at the Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Championship. This year, the race for top dog is on, and...

Carvel Ice Cream Enters the World of Mobile Marketing With the Arctic Summer Sweepstakes

ATLANTA, May 8 PRNewswire — You've read his blog on MySpace, you've asked to be his friend on Facebook, he sends you emails from his own personal email address, and now all you have to do is text his name to 78247 and because you are BFFs he will totally text you back. The nation's...

New Amsterdam Straight Gin Presents a New Twist on an Old Favorite

MODESTO, Calif., May 8 PRNewswire — Long-time gin consumers and new discoverers of the classic spirit alike have a modern new gin option with a taste so smooth you can drink it straight — New Amsterdam Straight Gin. After winning over tastemakers at the San Francisco World Spirits...

Ball Receives Sustainable Packaging Leadership Awards for PET Wine Bottles

BROOMFIELD, Colo., May 8 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Ball Corporation (NYSE: BLL) has received two Sustainable Packaging Leadership Awards for its 750mL PET wine bottles for Painted Turtle wines from Artisan Wine Company of British Columbia. Ball received the Canadian Packaging Magazine...

Natural Harmony Foods, Inc. (NHYF.PK) Completes Product Rollout to Target Stores

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 8 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Natural Harmony Foods, Inc. (Pink Sheets: NHYF.PK) announced today that it has shipped all orders for the initial product rollout to Target (NYSE: TGT). "We are very relieved and excited to have shipped all orders on time. We have great...

Zebu Forno Introduces New Menu Design

RED BANK, N.J., May 8 PRNewswire — Zebu Forno, the European-style bakery and cafe, has introduced a newly-designed menu that incorporates elements of the chain's eclectic store design and graphics, along with recently introduced menu items. "Our new menu brings together the design...

Rice Krispies(R) Makes Its Mark on 'Pop' Culture

BATTLE CREEK, Mich., May 8 PRNewswire — Since 1928, parents and children have been lending an ear to the cereal bowl to hear the familiar sounds of the famous "Talking Cereal." This year, Kellogg's(R) Rice Krispies(R) celebrates 80 years of delivering magical moments to breakfast tables...

Couche-Tard and Irving Oil expand partnership to Atlantic Canada and New England

LAVAL, QC and SAINT JOHN, NB, May 8 PRNewswire-FirstCall - Irving Oil Limited and Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. today announce the expansion of their existing partnership to include 252 Irving Oil convenience retail sites across Atlantic Canada and New England. Seven years ago, Couche-Tard...

Couche-Tard and Irving Oil Expand Partnership to Atlantic Canada and New England

Media advisory - Irving Oil and Couche-Tard to Discuss Partnership Expansion

LAVAL, QC & SAINT JOHN, NB, May 8 PRNewswire-FirstCall - What: Harry Hadiaris, Director of the Business to Consumer marketing at Irving Oil, and Michel Bernard, Vice-President Operations, Eastern Canada, Couche-Tard will be hosting a media teleconference to talk about their expanded...

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Reports Record FY2008 Revenues and Earnings

SaltWorks, Inc. on Track for Record Sales in 2008

WOODINVILLE, Wash., May 8 PRNewswire — Leading gourmet sea salt company SaltWorks, Inc. . For more information, visit http://www.ereleases.com. SOURCE SaltWorks, Inc.

FDA Approves Health Claim for Brown Rice

ARLINGTON, Va., May 8 PRNewswire — Brown rice, a 100 percent whole grain food, joins the recognized ranks of healthful whole grains, according to an announcement this week from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that will allow brown rice food labels to bear the whole grain...

Shandong Lorain Named a National Leading Enterprise in Agricultural Industrialization

JUNAN COUNTY, Shandong, China, May 8 Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall — American Lorain Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: ALRC) ("American Lorain" or the "Company"), an international packaged foods company based in Shandong province, People's Republic of China ("PRC"), today announced that...

McDonald's Momentum Continues; Global Comparable Sales Up 5.0% in April

OAK BROOK, Ill., May 7 PRNewswire-FirstCall — McDonald's Corporation announced today that global comparable sales increased 5.0% in April and 6.8% year-to-date. Systemwide sales for McDonald's worldwide restaurants increased 13.7% in April, or 6.5% in constant currencies. McDonald's...

Webcast Alert: MGP Ingredients, Inc. Announces Fiscal 2008 3rd Quarter Earnings Webcast

ATCHISON, Kan., May 7 PRNewswire-FirstCall — MGP Ingredients, Inc. (Nasdaq: MGPI) announces the following Webcast: What: MGP Ingredients, Inc.'s Fiscal 2008 3rd Quarter Earnings Release Conference Call When: May 8, 2008 @ 10:00 a.m. CT Where...

MGP Ingredients Announces New Secured Credit Agreement

ATCHISON, Kan., May 8 PRNewswire-FirstCall — On May 5, 2008, MGP Ingredients, Inc. (Nasdaq: MGPI) entered a new accounts receivable and inventory borrowing base secured credit agreement with Commerce Bank, N.A., as agent, and Commerce Bank, N.A., BMO Capital Markets Financing, Inc...

Susser Holdings Provides First Quarter Operating Results Update

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, April 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/— Susser Holdings Corporation (Nasdaq: SUSS) said today it expects to report same-store merchandise sales growth for the first quarter of 2008 of approximately 8.2 percent on a reported basis and 8.4 percent on a pro forma basis. Retail...

TreeHouse Foods, Inc. Reports First Quarter 2008 Results

WESTCHESTER, Ill., May 8 PRNewswire-FirstCall — TreeHouse Foods, Inc. (NYSE: THS) today reported a 39.2% increase in first quarter net sales compared to last year, including a 4.7% increase in sales before acquisitions. Adjusted earnings per share before unusual items increased 41.7...

MGP Ingredients Announces Third Quarter FY 2008 Results

ATCHISON, Kan., May 8 PRNewswire-FirstCall — MGP Ingredients, Inc. (Nasdaq: MGPI) today reported a net loss of $6,629,000, or $0.39 in diluted earnings per share, for the third quarter of fiscal 2008, which ended March 31, 2008. The loss for the quarter included $4.9 million net of tax...

Celebrity Chefs and America's Restaurants Cook for the Cure This Mother's Day

BENTON HARBOR, Mich., May 8 PRNewswire — A woman in the United States is diagnosed with breast cancer every three minutes, but finding breast cancer at an early stage greatly improves the chances of successful treatment. In honor of the most important woman in all our lives, our...

ITW Reaches Agreement to Acquire Enodis plc for $2.3 billion; Acquisition to Expand Product Categories and Fast Food Segment Opportunities for ITW's Existing Food Equipment Business Platform

GLENVIEW, Ill., May 8 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) today announced that an agreement has been reached with the Enodis plc Board of Directors on the terms of a recommended $2.1 billion cash offer to purchase the entire issued and to be issued ordinary share...

AmBev Reports First Quarter 2008 Results

SAO PAULO, Brazil, May 8 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Companhia de Bebidas das Amdricas - AmBev [BOVESPA: AMBV4, AMBV3; and NYSE: ABV, ABVc], announces today its results for the first quarter 2008 (Q1 2008). The following financial and operating information, unless otherwise indicated, is...

/K I L L K I L L K I L L -- Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream Holdings, Inc./

We are advised by Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream Holdings, Inc. that journalists and other readers should disregard the news release, Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream Announces Executive Changes, issued yesterday over PR Newswire, as it contained some erroneous information. Dreyer's said a revised release will be...

Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream Announces Executive Changes

OAKLAND, Calif., May 7 PRNewswire — Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream Holdings, Inc. has announced two senior executive changes. Rhonda Ramlo has been named executive vice president of marketing, replacing Tyler Johnston who will be retiring this summer after 20 years with the company. And...

Famous Famiglia Extends Partnership With the New York Yankees

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., May 7 PRNewswire — Famous Famiglia extends its partnership with the New York Yankees organization through the 2015 season. Famous Famiglia has been the "Official Pizza of the New York Yankees" since 2003 and is proud to continue this very coveted affiliation and...

Morton's Restaurant Group, Inc. to Present at Avondale Partners, LLC's Consumer Conference

CHICAGO, May 7 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Morton's Restaurant Group, Inc. (NYSE: MRT) today announced that it will present at the Avondale Partners, LLC's Consumer Conference being held on May 20th, 2008 at the Millennium Broadway Hotel, New York, NY. The presentation will begin at 2:05 pm...

GURU Launches Into Summer with New Flavors, Size and Design

NEW YORK, May 7 PRNewswire - GURU, the ground-breaking line of 100% Natural and Certified USDA Organic Energy Drinks, is now available in a 12 fl oz slim can and introduces two new flavors: GURU Full On Lemonade and GURU Juicy Superfruit. The newly redesigned GURU can contains more energy...

Susser Holdings Reports Strong First Quarter Results

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, May 7 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Susser Holdings Corporation (Nasdaq: SUSS) today reported that its total first quarter 2008 merchandise sales — including a full-quarter's contribution from Town & Country Food Stores — increased 80.8 percent to...

PHOTO ADVISORY -- Dr Pepper Snapple Group Makes a Splash on the NYSE

Editors are advised that a high-resolution photo is available to accompany the news release, LAW016, Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc., Makes a Splash on the New York Stock Exchange, issued earlier today by Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. Caption: Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. Makes a Splash on the New...

Southwest Airlines Introduces MONSTER Energy Drinks Onboard

DALLAS, May 7 PRNewswire-FirstCall — This week, Southwest debuted its newest beverage — MONSTER LO-CARB. MONSTER'S ten-calorie energy drink can make longhaul flights a breeze allowing passengers to charge through the rest of their day. "Southwest Airlines Customers are interested...

Calgon Carbon Awarded Montreal UV Contract

PITTSBURGH, May 7 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Calgon Carbon Corporation (NYSE: CCC) announced today that it has been selected by the City of Montreal to supply Sentinel(R) UV Disinfection Systems (Sentinel(R) Systems) at three of its drinking water production plants. The contract is valued...

Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc., Makes a Splash on the New York Stock Exchange

PLANO, Texas, May 7 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc., (NYSE: DPS) one of the leading refreshment beverage companies in North America, will be listed on the New York Stock Exchange beginning today. Its listing marks the official separation of Cadbury Schweppes...

Centerplate Retains UBS Securities as Financial Advisor to Assist in Evaluating Capital Structure Alternatives That Can Better Support Growth

STAMFORD, Conn., May 7 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Centerplate, Inc. (Amex: CVP; TSX: CVP.un), today announced that its Board of Directors has initiated a process to evaluate a range of capital structure and other alternatives and has engaged UBS Investment Bank as the company's financial...

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group Reports Solid Growth in Revenue, Comparable Store Sales and Net Income

LAKEWOOD, Colo., May 7 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Despite the difficult operating environment characterized by heavy cost pressure from agricultural commodities and soft consumer spending, Einstein Noah Restaurant Group (Nasdaq: BAGL) today posted strong results for the first quarter...

Uno Restaurant Holdings Corporation to Host Conference Call Announcing Second Quarter Results

BOSTON, May 7 PRNewswire — Uno Restaurant Holdings Corporation, operator and franchisor of Uno Chicago Grill restaurants, will host a conference call for interested investors, analysts and portfolio managers on Monday, May 12, 2008 at 11:00 AM (EDT) to discuss second quarter fiscal year...

Media Statement by National Cattlemen's Beef Association's Response to Video Released by Humane Society of the U.S.

CENTENNIAL, Colo., May 7 PRNewswire — The following is a Media Statement from National Cattlemen's Beef Association in response to video released by the Humane Society of the U.S. Proper Animal Care and Handling Ashby Green, DVM Vice President, Producer Education National Cattlemen's...

Industry Group Names Sara Lee Brand Best Marketer to Moms

CHICAGO, May 7 PRNewswire — The marketing team behind the launch of Sara Lee(R) Soft and Smooth(TM) Bread is the recipient of the annual H.E.R. Award, an accolade of achievement from the Marketing to Moms Coalition industry group. The H.E.R. Award recognizes companies that honor...

Cobblers Cove, Barbados, Appoints Randall Wilkie as New General Manager

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, May 7 PRNewswire — Widely-renowned Caribbean hotelier, Randall Wilkie, has recently been appointed General Manager of Cobblers Cove, Barbados, one of the leading hotels in the West Indies. Wilkie, who graduated in Hotel Management at London's Westminster College...

Dr Pepper Snapple Launch Boosted by 3-Day Media Buy Across Combined Retailing Today/Drug Store News Online Networks

NEW YORK, May 7 PRNewswire — The launch today of Dr Pepper Snapple Group (NYSE: DPS), the newly independent US beverage company spun off from Cadbury Schweppes plc, got a promotional boost to mass retailing executives via a unique advertising buy across the Retailing Today and Drug...

PA Liquor Control Board Launches Customer-Focused Transformation with New Partnership for Wine Selection

HERSHEY, Pa., May 7 PRNewswire — Launching a system-wide, customer-focused transformation that will touch each of the more than 600 Wine & Spirits stores across the state, the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board today introduced Pennsylvania's first-ever Wine Advisory Council. Teaming...

Webcast Alert: MGP Ingredients, Inc. Announces Fiscal 2008 3rd Quarter Earnings Webcast

Expectant Moms Offered Free Prenatal Prescription Vitamins at D-FW Area Carnival, Minyard and Sack'n Save Stores

DALLAS, May 7 PRNewswire — Minyard Food Stores Inc. is offering any expectant mom free prenatal prescription vitamins as part of a community-based "Start Life Healthy(TM)" initiative, the company announced today. Just in time for Mother's Day, the "Start Life Healthy" program will offer...

Award Winning Smoking Alternatives to Be Featured at 'Cigar Night' at Twin Cities' Nightspot

MINNEAPOLIS, May 7 PRNewswire — Ruyan America, Inc., Minneapolis, announced today that it will be previewing its award-winning and ground-breaking smoking substitutes on Thursday, May 22, 2008, at Neisen's Sports Bar and Grill, 4851 West 123rd Street, Savage, Minn., from 6:00 pm to 9:00...

T.G.I. Friday's(R) Restaurants Wins Platinum Hermes Creative Award for Right Portion, Right Price PR Campaign

CARROLLTON, Texas, May 7 PRNewswire — T.G.I. Friday's(R) restaurants was recently honored by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP) with a Platinum Hermes Creative Award for its Right Portion, Right Price public relations campaign. "Friday's is extremely...

Letter Carriers Fight Hunger on May 10

Bread for the World Calls for More Help for Hungry Families

WASHINGTON, May 7 PRNewswire-USNewswire — In his testimony this morning to the members of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, Bread for the World president David Beckmann said that a short-term solution is needed immediately to address rising food prices...

The Society of Young Philanthropists Announces 4th Annual Gala 'Beyond Borders'

LOS ANGELES, May 7 PRNewswire — The Society of Young Philanthropists, one of Los Angeles's premier charity groups for young professionals, will host its 2008 Gala "Beyond Borders" on Saturday, May 31 at The Paley Center for Media* in Beverly Hills (formerly The Museum of Television...

Corporate Accountability International: Pepsi's New Labels Hit Shelves, Raise New Concerns

Corporation urged to report water quality at annual meeting PLANO, Texas, May 7 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Today, at Pepsi's annual shareholders' meeting, North America's leading bottled water brand is coming under new scrutiny. Corporate Accountability International and its allies are...

Rubio's(R) Restaurants, Inc. Announces First Quarter Results Conference Call

CARLSBAD, Calif., May 7 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Rubio's(R) Restaurants, Inc. (Nasdaq: RUBO) (Rubio's) will host a conference call on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time to discuss first quarter, 2008 results. The company will release earnings at the close of market...

Spicy Pickle Billboards Serve Up 'Fud fors mahrt peah pal' (No, That Is Not a Misspelling)

DENVER, May 7 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Your parents might have spent a fortune on your college education, but that won't help you decode the edgy billboards sprouting this week to promote the sandwich franchise Spicy Pickle(TM) (OTC Bulletin Board: SPKL). Featuring creatively spelled...

PepsiCo to Present at Goldman Sachs

PURCHASE, N.Y., May 7 PRNewswire-FirstCall — PepsiCo, Inc. (NYSE: PEP) today announced that John Compton, CEO, PepsiCo Americas Foods, will present at the Goldman Sachs Products Symposium on Monday, May 12, at 9:20 AM Eastern Time. A live audio webcast of the presentation will be...

Shoot for the Stars With the Rising Mango Star Video Contest

ORLANDO, Fla., May 7 PRNewswire — Who says adults get to have all the fun in the kitchen? The National Mango Board presents the Rising Mango Star Video Contest, a cooking contest for aspiring chefs ages 8-14 to show America their mad mango cooking skills. Starting May 6, 2008, kitchen...

Archer Daniels Midland Company to Delist From Chicago Stock Exchange

DECATUR, Ill., May 7 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Archer Daniels Midland Company (NYSE: ADM) today announced that it has provided notice to the Chicago Stock Exchange of its intention to delist all of its shares from that exchange. The Company will continue to list its shares on the New York...

Olive Garden Announces Winners in Pasta Tales Essay Contest

ORLANDO, Fla., May 7 PRNewswire — Michelle Fauber's favorite family activity is the time she spends gathering with her father, stepmother and younger sister to watch home videos of her late mother. Fauber's moving description of why this is special to her was chosen by judges as the...

Stride(R) Gum Declares Its Support for StopUweBoll.org

PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 7 PRNewswire — In an effort to protect the childhood dreams of millions of video gamers everywhere, the makers of Stride gum announced today that they are launching a special campaign supporting the efforts of StopUweBoll.org in their attempt to convince famed film...

Two Hands Podcasts Bring Aussie Shiraz Regions to Life

LAKE BLUFF, Ill., May 7 PRNewswire — In a few short years, Two Hands has become Australia's leading fine-wine producer, winning raves from critics around the globe. Now, a series of podcasts with co-founder Michael Twelftree is providing wine lovers rare insight into the Garden...

Smart Balance Announces 2008 First-Quarter Results

PARAMUS, N.J., May 7 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Smart Balance Inc. (Nasdaq: SMBL) today announced its results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2008. The Company reported net sales of $50.8 million, an increase of 25.1% versus year ago on an operating basis(1), and a net loss of $1.2...

The Steak n Shake Company Announces Fiscal Second Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call

INDIANAPOLIS, May 7 PRNewswire-FirstCall — The Steak n Shake Company (NYSE: SNS) today announced that the Company will release its fiscal second quarter 2008 results after the market close on Wednesday, May 14, 2008, to be followed by a conference call at 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time). The...

Entech Environmental, Inc. Appoints Three New Independent Directors

XI'AN, China, May 7 Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall — Entech Environmental Technologies, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: EEVT) ("Entech" or "the Company"), a leading processor and manufacturer of concentrated high acidic apple juice, kiwifruit juice and pear juice through its operating company...

New Beef Products Offer Quick, Easy Solution for Every Taste and Lifestyle

AUGUSTA, Ga., May 7 PRNewswire — Cooking dinner in today's world can be challenging; from longer work days to picky eaters to over-sized portions. And for many it's become easier to eat takeout or frozen meals. Convenience foods have lead to a ready-made world. Now, Chatel Farms is...

America Feels More at Home in the Office Than Ever

MADISON, Wis., May 7 PRNewswire-FirstCall — With smart phones, flex hours and mobile hot spots, it's no secret that people spend more time working. In fact, the eight-hour day is a virtual memory. Americans now face, on average, a nine-and-a-half hour workday(1). Oscar Mayer Deli...

bd's Mongolian Grill Acquired by New Owners with Aggressive Growth Plans

FERNDALE, Mich., May 7 PRNewswire — On Friday, May 2nd, 2008, Kinderhook Industries, LLC a private equity firm based in New York City announced it has again partnered with restaurant industry veterans Rodger Head and Clyde Culp to acquire privately owned bd's Mongolian Grill based in...

Centerplate to Host Analyst Conference Call on First Quarter 2008 Results

STAMFORD, Conn., April 23 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Centerplate, Inc., (Amex: CVP; TSX: CVP.un) announced it will release financial results for the first quarter ended April 1, 2008 after the market closes on Wednesday, May 7, 2008. Janet L. Steinmayer, president and chief executive...

PepsiCo Announces Dividend Increase

PURCHASE, N.Y., May 7 PRNewswire-FirstCall — The Board of Directors of PepsiCo today declared an increase in the annual dividend, from the current $1.50 to $1.70 per share on PepsiCo common stock. The quarterly dividend of $0.425 is payable June 30, 2008, to shareholders of record on...

McDonald's(R) Offers Chicken Options from Morning to Night with Launch of Southern Style Chicken Biscuit and Sandwich

PHILADELPHIA, May 7 PRNewswire — McDonald's(R) Restaurants of the Greater Philadelphia Region, Inc. is hoping to change the way its customers think about chicken by introducing two new products to its menu: the Southern Style Chicken Biscuit, McDonald's first-ever chicken breakfast menu...

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

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...

Zagat Survey Publishes First Beijing Guide Rating the Best Places to Eat, Drink, Stay and Play

NEW YORK, May 6 PRNewswire — Zagat Survey, LLC, the world's leading provider of consumer survey-based leisure content, today announced the release of its first-ever guide to Beijing. Based on the collective opinions of 1,244 surveyors, the guide includes ratings and reviews for 432...

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...

Consumer Reports Poll: Americans Love Their Grills

41% OF OUTDOOR GRILLERS DO SO ALL YEAR; 68% GRILLED IN THE RAIN Consumer Reports Ratings of 37 Gas Grills; Advice on How to Choose the Right Grill YONKERS, N.Y., May 5 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Americans love their grills! A new poll from the Consumer Reports National Research Center...

Gourmet Boutique Issues Voluntary Product Recall on Select Items Sold in Shaw's Delicatessens and LaCarte Departments

WEST BRIDGEWATER, Mass., May 5 PRNewswire — Following the recent voluntary recall of approximately 6,970 pounds of meat and poultry products by Jamaica, N.Y., firm Gourmet Boutique, LLC, Gourmet Boutique is issuing a voluntary recall of select Gourmet Boutique items sold at Shaw's...

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...

BlueStar(TM) and Acclaimed Chef Marcus Samuelsson to Host Live Cooking Event in San Francisco

READING, Pa., May 5 PRNewswire — BlueStar(TM), manufacturer of high- performance gas ranges and cooktops for the residential market, announced today that renowned chef Marcus Samuelsson will host a live cooking event in San Francisco on June 26th, 2008, marking BlueStar's official San...

Constellation Brands to Present at May 12 Goldman Sachs Consumer Products Symposium

FAIRPORT, N.Y., May 5 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Constellation Brands, Inc. (NYSE: STZ, ASX: CBR), a leading international supplier and marketer of beverage alcohol, today announced that President and Chief Executive Officer Rob Sands will present at the Goldman Sachs Consumer Products...

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...

PA Agriculture Secretary Says Raw Milk Sales Legal in Pennsylvania With Permit, Testing

Free Permits Available to Farmers HARRISBURG, Pa., May 5 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Agriculture Secretary Dennis Wolff reminded Pennsylvanians that sales of raw milk and aged, hard cheeses made from raw milk are legal in Pennsylvania with a permit and inspections for public health. Raw...

Weight Watchers Announces First Quarter 2008 Results

NEW YORK, May 5 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Weight Watchers International, Inc. (NYSE: WTW) today announced its results for the first quarter ended March 29, 2008. For the first quarter of 2008, net revenues increased $37.6 million, or 9.4%, to $437.0 million, up from $399.4 million in the...

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...

Farmers Market to Open at Farm Show Complex

Market Open Every Tuesday and Friday from May to November HARRISBURG, Pa., May 5 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Colorful, flavorful, and nutritious, locally grown produce returns to the Pennsylvania Farmers Open-Air Market at the Farm Show Complex & Expo Center on May 6. "Pennsylvania is a...

Miller Brewing Company Awards $150,000 in Business Grants

CHICAGO, May 5 PRNewswire — Miller Brewing Company announced the winners of its 2007-2008 Business Plan Competition. The top 12 winners, selected from more than 100 applicants, have earned grants totaling $150,000. Awards was presented at a special dinner reception in Chicago on May...

It's Mom's 100th Anniversary!

PLANO, Texas, May 5 PRNewswire — Still looking for the perfect Mother's Day gift this year? It's not always easy finding ways to please mom and as this special Mother's Day Anniversary approaches, the pressure to give her the "best" gift is nearing. Make this year one to remember by...

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