Marketwire - Food and Beverage

Life-Sized Cheese Carving of Abraham Lincoln Displayed in Washington, D.C. July 3rd

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 19:28:00 EDT

Sunshine(R) Cheez-It(R) Brand Tipped Its Hat to One of America's "Big Cheeses"

Big Rock Lime Light Lager an Unprecedented Success

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 14:39:00 EDT

Seasonal summer brew forces Canadian craft brewer to increase production and delivery over night.

HearAtLast to Develop 25 New Hearing Store Locations in the USA and Canada

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 21:54:00 EDT

MISSISSAUGA, ON--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - HearAtLast Holdings, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: HRAL), a leading provider of suitable affordable solutions to clients with hearing needs in the billion dollar hearing loss market, announced today it will be developing 25 new Hearing Store locations in various markets in the USA and Canada. These new locations will be by way of a joint venture agreement between certain Joint Venture Partners and HearAtLast Holdings, Inc.

Viterra and ABB to Implement Grain Volume Insurance and Remove Volume Variation Fee

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:23:00 EDT

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - Viterra Inc. (TSX:VT) and ABB Grain (ASX:ABB) are pleased to announce program changes and enhancements designed to reduce weather related exposure in the Australian marketplace, subject to implementation of the scheme of arrangement previously announced by Viterra and ABB Grain, which remains subject to shareholder, court and regulatory approvals and other conditions. The changes include the introduction of grain volume insurance and the removal of the volume variation fee.

StonePoint Completes $750,000 Private Placement Financing

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 18:08:00 EDT

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - StonePoint Global Brands Inc. (TSX VENTURE:SPG), the "Company", announced that it has received subscriptions for $750,000 to fill the private placement announced on May 26th, 2009. The placement was conducted at $0.15 per share and will involve a total issuance of 5,000,000 common shares (not including finders' fees). It is subject to regulatory approval. Brokerage fees will be paid to Euroglobal Capital Partners Inc. in the amount of $29,520 cash and 196,800 broker warrants exercisable at $0.15 per share. Finders' fees of 279,667 shares will also be paid to arm's length parties according to TSX guidelines.

Georges Duboeuf Kicks Off "Sip Into Summer Whites" Sponsoring Summer's Biggest White Party

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:34:00 EDT

Hosted by Sean "Diddy" Combs, Ashton Kutcher and Malaria No More on July 4th; Georges Duboeuf to Host 45 White Parties Around the U.S.

DC Ranch Village Health Club & Spa Has a TV Reality Star Among Us

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:40:00 EDT

Local Chef Takes the Heat on "Hell's Kitchen"

Black Art Beer Establishes Distribution Network

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:05:00 EDT

Black Art Establishes Presence in Southeastern United States

Les restaurants et amateurs de pizza font �quipe et recueillent plus de 100 000 $ en faveur des h�pitaux pour enfants

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 14:57:00 EDT

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - 2 juillet 2009) - Pizza Pizza et Pizza 73 ont concoct� une bonne recette pour une campagne de financement r�ussie. En effet, l'esprit d'�quipe qui anime les deux entit�s quand elles mettent la main � la p�te a eu raison de l'objectif de 100 000 $ vis� par la campagne de financement Tranches de sourire, r�coltant plus de 101 000 $ en faveur du R�seau Enfants-Sant�(MD). Organis�e par la Fondation Tranches de sourire, cette campagne, qui se d�roulait du 27 avril au 3 mai dans les �tablissements Pizza Pizza et Pizza 73 participants, a �t� con�ue pour venir en aide aux h�pitaux pour enfants partout au Canada.

Pizza Purveyors and Patrons Join Forces to Raise More Than $100,000 for Children's Hospitals

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 14:56:00 EDT

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - Pizza Pizza and Pizza 73 have mixed together all the ingredients needed for a successful fundraising campaign. The same teamwork skills needed to create the perfect pizza were used by both brands to exceed their goal of $100, 000 in their recent Slices for Smiles fundraiser. In total, more than $101,000 was raised for Children's Miracle Network(R) through the company's Slices for Smiles Foundation. The campaign, which ran from April 27 to May 3 in participating Pizza Pizza and Pizza 73 locations, was designed to support local children's hospitals across the country.

Prime Restaurants Royalty Income Fund Announces Timing of Second Quarter 2009 Results & Conference Call

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:51:00 EDT

MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - Prime Restaurants Royalty Income Fund (TSX:EAT.UN) announced today that it will issue its results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2009 on the afternoon of Monday, August 10, 2009. A conference call to discuss the results will be hosted by management on Tuesday, August 11, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time (7:00 a.m. Pacific Time). Interested participants may dial (416) 849-2698 or toll-free at (1- 866) 400-2270 to access the call.

T&T Supermarket: Local Communities Go North to Go East- For a Taste of Asia

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:23:00 EDT

T&T Supermarket opens its 2nd Edmonton location on July 2, 2009

T & T Supermarket Celebrates Their 2nd Edmonton Location

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:19:00 EDT

EDMONTON, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - Despite the current economic climate, Canada's largest Asian supermarket chain is expanding once again - today they opened their second store in Edmonton, their 17th across the country. "It's extremely exciting for us to open our new store in Edmonton considering the current economy," said Cindy Lee, CEO of T & T Supermarket Inc. "We're not only here to expand and help revitalize North Town Centre, but also continue to encourage communities to diversify and evolve." Not only will the new store draw more shoppers to North Town Centre, but it will provide new jobs for community members.

Tootie Pie Company Hires Food Veteran

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:05:00 EDT

BOERNE, TX--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - The Tootie Pie Company, Inc. (OTCBB: TOOT), a premium baker and seller of high-quality, handmade pies; announced today that it hired Randy G. Graybill as Director of Business Development.

Graybill has a 25 year track record of excellence in competitive sales, management and developing high performance teams. Having worked in the past for M&M/Mars and PepsiCo, Graybill brings expertise across a diverse range of businesses including retail, specialty and foodservice. His roles involved the strategy development of branded products for market entry both domestic and internationally. During his career he has successfully implemented and improved customer service, distribution and packaging operations within existing and start-up operations.

Ahold Announces Results of Debt Buyback Offer

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 02:31:00 EDT

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS--(Marketwire - July 2, 2009) - Ahold today announced the closure of the offer by its subsidiary Ahold Finance USA to repurchase any and all of its outstanding $690 million 8.25% Guaranteed Senior Notes due in July 2010*. As of 5.00 pm Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on July 1, 2009, an aggregate principal amount of Notes of approximately $186,740,000 was tendered and accepted. Payments will be funded out of existing cash balances.

Holders of Notes which are accepted for purchase will receive a settlement amount of $1,053.75 per $1,000 principal amount and accrued and unpaid interest up to and including July 1, 2009.

ShopToEarth Adds 10K New Eco-Friendly Products, 300 Green Retailers

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:55:00 EDT

ShopToEarn Is Turning Online Shopping Green, With Carbon Neutral Shipping

Analog Analytics to Launch Arkansas' First Online Coupon Portal

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:52:00 EDT

Company's All-in-One Solution Promises New Web Revenues for Local Advertisers

EnviroLogix Announces Receipt of DNA Development Award

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:03:00 EDT

PORTLAND, ME--(Marketwire - July 1, 2009) - Earlier in June, EnviroLogix was one of five Maine companies to receive a Maine Technology Institute "Development Award." Fourteen companies applied for competitive Development funds. The award, made by MTI's Board of Directors, provides for up to $500,000 in funding to selected recipients and requires at least a 1:1 dollar match by the winning company. EnviroLogix applied for and was awarded $499,727 and will match with $499,805.

Supplemented by this award, EnviroLogix will continue to improve and optimize isothermal amplification methods, exclusively licensed from Ionian Technologies Inc. (San Diego, CA) for agricultural, plant pathogen and veterinary markets. The NEAR (Nicking Enzyme Amplification Reaction) Assay permits the amplification of DNA and RNA in approximately 5-7 minutes, with sensitivity and specificity equal to or better than PCR methods. The amplification products can be detected by a variety of standard methods, incl

Legendary San Francisco Bay Area Hot Dog Brand Caspers Famous Hot Dogs(R) Celebrates 75 Years With "The 75 Cent Event"

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 13:45:00 EDT

Promotion to Take Place July 28 During National Hot Dog Month

Pizza Patr�n Opens Second Quick Service Pizza Restaurant

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 13:31:00 EDT

Nation's #1 Latin Pizza Brand Expands Groundbreaking Concept

Overhill Farms, Inc. Sues Nativo Lopez for Defamation and Extortion

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:52:00 EDT

LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire - July 1, 2009) - Overhill Farms, Inc. (NYSE Amex: OFI) today announced that it has filed a lawsuit against Nativo Lopez and six other leaders of an unlawful campaign aimed at coercing the company to violate federal law by rehiring former employees who have no legal right to work in the United States.

The complaint includes charges of extortion, defamation and intentional interference with the company's relationships with its customers, its employees, and the union which represents the majority of those employees.

Black Art Beer Initiates Marketing Campaign

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Black Art Beer Launches Brand Awareness Campaign During July 4th Holiday Weekend

Frenchy's Chicken to Celebrate 40 Years of Bringing Creole Cuisine and Community Care to Houston

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:30:00 EDT

HOUSTON, TX--(Marketwire - July 1, 2009) - The distinctive taste of Creole-seasoned cuisine first grabbed Houstonians by the taste buds in 1969 with the opening the original Frenchy's Po-Boy on Scott Street. Still wildly popular, this hometown favorite will celebrate 40 years of providing quality meals and Houston-community care with festivities at two locations on Friday, July 3, 2009.

GlennLock Foods, Ltd. (a subsidiary of 3131 Properties, Ltd.), the Frenchy's exclusive licensee and owner of seven Frenchy's restaurants, will host a future-of-the-brand celebration from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Frenchy's Main Street Grille, 8110 Kirby Drive, Houston, Texas 77054. Family friendly fun is central to the Main Street Grille celebration with live music by the "Young Fellas" brass second line jazz band, Houston Texans and Houston Dynamo cheerleaders, face painting, games, prizes and plenty of Frenchy's cuisine.

Latin America Targeted for Expansion of Johnny Rockets Brand

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Central and South America Identified as Priorities for Restaurant Growth

Am�rica Latina como objetivo de expansi�n de la marca Johnny Rockets

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Centro y Sudam�rica identificadas como prioridades para el crecimiento de la cadena de restaurantes

Expans�o da marca Johnny Rockets na Am�rica Latina

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Am�ricas Central e do Sul identificadas como prioridades para o crescimento do restaurante

Heathrow Natural Food & Beverage, Inc. to Begin Distribution of ACAI Plus Chewing Gum on September 1, 2009

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:30:00 EDT

LAKE MARY, FL--(Marketwire - July 1, 2009) - Heathrow Natural Food & Beverage, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: HRNF) is pleased to announce it will begin initial distribution of its Super Food brand functional chewing gum ACAI Plus beginning September 1, 2009. Distribution will include the North East & South East United States, United Kingdom & Ireland, Euro Zone, Japan and Australia. HNFB expects to ship four million units over the first six months of distribution. ACAI Plus will be available in convenience stores, drug chains, nutritional chains, big box stores and supermarkets. HNFB is in the final stages of testing its trial production run which will be shipped as samples beginning mid to end of July 2009. Two ACAI Plus Chiclets will deliver 17,000 ORAC or the equivalent of three pints of blueberries.

Statement From the Consumer Healthcare Products Association on Today's Joint FDA Advisory Committee Recommendations on Over-the-Counter Medicines Containing Acetaminophen

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 19:00:00 EDT

WASHINGTON, DC--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - Following is a statement by Linda A. Suydam, D.P.A., president of the Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA), regarding the recommendations issued today by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's Drug Safety and Risk Management Advisory Committee, Nonprescription Drugs Advisory Committee, and the Anesthetic and Life Support Drugs Advisory Committee. The joint committee addressed the use of over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription (Rx) drugs containing acetaminophen.

Cavalryman Supper Club Hires Decorated Oregon Chef

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:31:00 EDT

Chef Pivarunas Plans to Update Menu, Reduce Prices

New Restaurant Concept to Put Johnny Rockets on the Road

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:41:00 EDT

First Mobile Kitchen for Global Fast Casual Chain Unveiled

ML Macadamia Orchards, L.P. Accepts Resignation of Director

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:56:00 EDT

HILO, HI--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - ML Macadamia Orchards, L.P. (OTCQX: NNUT) (PINKSHEETS: NNUT) announced today that the Partnership has accepted the resignation of director Dr. David McClain effective June 30, 2009.

Dr. McClain has served as a director of the managing partner, ML Resources, Inc., since September 2000 and has chaired and served on the Audit, Governance, Nominating and Compensation Committees. Dr. McClain concludes more than five years of service as President of the University of Hawaii at the end of July 2009, after which he will be out of state on a professional improvement leave, returning to the faculty of the University's Shidler College of Business in August 2010.

Retailers Drive Profits Through Green Initiatives, SSA & Company Study Finds

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:58:00 EDT

Smart Companies Can Improve "Green Performance" by 30-40% While Reducing Costs

It's Summer and the Coffees, Frappinis and Smoothies are "Deliciously Delectable and Affordable" at Seven Take 5 Cafe(TM) Locations Across Metro Vancouver

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:30:00 EDT

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - Take 5 Cafe(TM), a local award-winning European coffee house and homemade Italian foods eatery, is celebrating summer with an array of coffees, frappinis and all fruit smoothies that are refreshing and affordable.

Take 5 Cafe offers its customers 100% Specialty Grade Arabica Coffees that are exclusively selected and roasted in small batches for the company. This special "small batch" roasting process ensures a taste profile that is in line with a coffee's true cup character.

HQ Sustainable Announces Exercise of Over-Allotment Option by Underwriters

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:08:00 EDT

SEATTLE, WA--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - HQ Sustainable Maritime Industries, Inc. (NYSE Amex: HQS) ("HQS" or the "Company"), a leader in all natural integrated aquaculture and aquatic product processing, including fish byproduct personal healthcare products, today announced that its underwriter exercised an over-allotment option to purchase an additional 183,750 shares of its common stock, raising an additional $1.5 million in gross proceeds, prior to deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and offering expenses payable by the Company.

Vigilos(R) Releases Version 5.2 of BrightSite(R) Technology

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

SEATTLE, WA--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - Vigilos, Inc. released version 5.2 of its BrightSite� technology today, with benefits applicable to a variety of process-oriented industries.

The BrightSite� product addresses issues that range from connecting a food processing company's production activities to its existing security technologies, allowing them to make measurable improvements in labor optimization, manufacturing, employee welfare, premises security, and safety, to securing thousands of critical sites for the Federal Government.

China YCT International Group, Inc. Announces Financial Results for Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2009

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:30:00 EDT

SHANDONG, CHINA--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - China YCT International Group, Inc., (OTCBB: CYIG) ("China YCT" or "the Company"), a leading company engaged in the business of developing, manufacturing and marketing gingko-based products through its wholly owned subsidiary, Shandong Spring Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd, today announced its audited financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2009 ended March 31, 2009.

Zola A�a� Teams Up With Robeks to Provide Consumers With the Highest Quality A�a� Products

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:00:00 EDT

Awesome A�a� Smoothie, A�a� Energizer Smoothie, and A�a� Especial Bowl Now Contain Zola A�a�

American Italian Pasta Company Joins Russell 2000 Index

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:00:00 EDT

KANSAS CITY, MO--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - American Italian Pasta Company (NASDAQ: AIPC), the largest producer of dry pasta in North America, today announced that it has been added to the Russell 2000 Index. The Russell 2000, a subset of the Russell Global Index, is a barometer of U.S. small-cap equity performance.

"Membership in the Russell indexes represents another milestone in the AIPC story," said Jack Kelly, AIPC's president and CEO. "It recognizes the significant jump in American Italian Pasta Company's market capitalization over the past year. The listing also provides another level of market visibility for the company."

Tea and Hospitality: Tour the Charleston Tea Plantation With Cindi Bigelow

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:00:00 EDT

America's Only Tea Garden!

Summer Heat Wave Finally Gives Way to Metromint Cooling Trend

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 05:23:00 EDT

SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - A nationwide cooling trend is forecasted to arrive this summer in the form of Metromint, the all-natural mintwater that combines pure water and real mint. Metromint provides a cooling sensation in every sip to beat the summer heat. The mint in Metromint stimulates the senses, soothes the stomach and restores the mind. Exactly the kind of benefits you just can't get from plain old bottled water. And exactly why style- and health-conscious consumers are cooling down with Metromint this summer.

Liquor Stores Income Fund Announces Renewal of Credit Facilities

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 04:00:00 EDT

EDMONTON, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - June 30, 2009) - Liquor Stores Income Fund (the "Fund") (TSX:LIQ.UN) is pleased to announce that it has renewed its credit facility with a syndicate of lenders, including HSBC Bank Canada, Royal Bank of Canada, and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce. The credit facility is a two-year facility, committed until June 28, 2011. The facility is in the principal amount of $143,000,000 (an increase from the Fund's previous facility of $125,000,000) and will be available to the Fund for general corporate purposes, including funding continued growth. The amended and restated credit agreement contains customary covenants and conditions reflective of current market conditions. A copy of the amended and restated credit agreement will be available on SEDAR (www.sedar.com).

Schawk, Inc. Announces Regular Quarterly Dividend

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 18:21:00 EDT

DES PLAINES, IL--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Schawk, Inc. (NYSE: SGK), a leading provider of brand point management services, enabling companies of all sizes to connect their brands with consumers to create deeper brand affinity, today reported that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.01 per share, payable on July 24, 2009, to Schawk, Inc. Class A common stockholders of record as of July 10, 2009. This will be the 128th consecutive dividend paid by Schawk, Inc. and its predecessor company.

Tootie Pie Company Annual Revenues Grow 18%

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:29:00 EDT

Gross Profit Tops $1 Million; Gross Margins Hold Steady at 63%

Pop N Go Reports Record Machine Orders

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:15:00 EDT

WHITTIER, CA--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Pop N Go, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: POPN), a leading manufacturer of patented healthy snack vending machines, reported it has received orders in excess of $1 million for the 12 month period ending June 1, 2009, more than double the order volume for the preceding 12 months. Purchasers primarily ordered machines through the Company's turn key management program.

"We are gratified that machine buyers have opted to have Pop N Go place and manage their popcorn vending machines, primarily in California schools. We continue to deliver the best value proposition for machine owners, schools and popcorn buyers since all benefit from the healthy popcorn on demand delivered by Pop N Go. Based on the high interest level from schools and machine buyers, we expect to again double orders for machines in the next 12 months," stated Mel Wyman, Pop N Go CEO.

Worldwide Food Services (EREI) Bids to Supply to UN

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:15:00 EDT

BORDENTOWN, NJ--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - WORLDWIDE FOOD SERVICES, INC. (Worldwide Food Services) (WWFS) (PINKSHEETS: EREI) is presently in bid competition for a segment of the United Nations' (UN) food supplies. WWFS is also bidding on other grocery items for retailers and large wholesalers in the Middle East and African countries.

For further information about this release, contact Rich Kaiser, Investor Relations, YES INTERNATIONAL, #800-631-8127 and/or www.wwfoodservices.com.

South West France Wines Makes Its US Debut

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:20:00 EDT

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - This month, the Interprofession des Vins de Sud Ouest (IVSO), the official trade association for the wines of South West France, is embarking on their first-ever United States communications campaign. From a vast, diverse wine region on the brink of rediscovery, South West Wines is overflowing with market potential. France's fourth biggest appellation in terms of both volume and sales, South West wines offer something for every taste and wallet -- from red, white and ros� still wines to sparkling wines. The $1.35 million 3-year program, financed in part by the European Union, aims to introduce the region's rich, colorful palette of quality, value driven wines to the American public.

Jet Edge Exhibiting Latest Waterjet Technology at 2009 American WJTA Conference and Expo

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:48:00 EDT

ST. MICHAEL, MN--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Jet Edge, Inc. will showcase its latest innovations in waterjet cutting and ultra-high pressure surface preparation technology at the WaterJet Technology Association's 2009 American WJTA Conference and Expo, Aug. 18-20, at the Marriott Westchase Hotel in Houston, Texas. Look for Jet Edge in Hall A Booth 209.

Visitors to the Jet Edge booth will learn about Jet Edge's mobile and precision waterjet products, including its 90,000 psi (6,200 bar) waterjet intensifier pump technology, its new Hydraulic Versacutter portable abrasive waterjet cutting and beveling system, and the Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry precision waterjet cutting machine. Jet Edge also will showcase its ultra-high pressure

Worldwide Food Services (EREI) Meeting in Egypt

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:45:00 EDT

BORDENTOWN, NJ--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - WORLDWIDE FOOD SERVICES, INC. (Worldwide Food Services) (WWFS) (PINKSHEETS: EREI), in association with Cedar Barista LLC, has sent principals of the companies to Egypt to secure exclusive supplies of grocery items for the United States and other markets. This includes frozen vegetables and other products from a region that has a 4-6 times a year growing and packaging season.

For further information about this release, contact Rich Kaiser, Investor Relations, YES INTERNATIONAL, #800-631-8127 and/or www.wwfoodservices.com.

Jumptap Launches Hardee's Mobile Campaign for Their New Biscuit Holes "Sounds So Wrong But Tastes So Right"

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT

ad:tech Mobile Giveaway Winner Partners With Jumptap, iLoop Mobile and InsightExpress to Engage Mobile Fans

Plex Systems Named Champion in Aberdeen Research's "ERP in Manufacturing" Report

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:11:00 EDT

Customer-Centric Report Ranks Plex Online as Top ERP Solution for Manufacturers

Expo Holdings Issues Clarifying Statement Regarding Debt Restructuring

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:00:00 EDT

NORTH WILKESBORO, NC--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Expo Holdings, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: EXPH) issues clarifying statement regarding debt restructuring.

Shareholders have requested clarification of an earlier Press Release dated June 24, 2009, Titled "Expo Holdings completes debt restructuring." The following statement from the CEO should clear up questions regarding its restructured debt.

James Brown, CEO, stated, "We have restructured nearly $400,000 worth of our short term loans with Wachovia Bank and Southern Community Bank into long term notes with the same entities. There are no convertible debentures. No shares have been or will be issued in regards to this debt. The rates are favorable and we appreciate the continued willingness of each bank to fund us, even after experiencing a tough year like last year. We anticipate continued good relations with each bank now and in the foreseeable future."

Red Hawk Casino Announces New Lucky 8 Lunch at Wai Sushi and Seafood

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:37:00 EDT

All Menu Plates Only $8

Eco-Atkins Diet May Reduce Heart Disease Risk Factors; Study Supported by Solae and Canada Research Chair Funding

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:17:00 EDT

ST. LOUIS, MO--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - A new study shows a vegetarian version of the Atkins low-carbohydrate diet may help people lose weight and lower levels of bad (or, LDL) cholesterol in the blood. The traditional Atkins diet consists of low carbohydrate foods and a high intake of animal protein. Although studies to date have shown the traditional Atkins diet may produce modest weight loss, these studies have not demonstrated a reduction in the major heart disease risk factor, LDL or "bad" cholesterol levels.

T&T Supermarket: Local Communities Go North to Go East- For a Taste of Asia

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:15:00 EDT

T&T Supermarket opens its 2nd Edmonton location on July 2, 2009

Prime Restaurants Royalty Income Fund Forms Special Committee and Engages Financial Advisor to Assist in Evaluating Strategic Alternatives

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Prime Restaurants Royalty Income Fund (the "Fund") (TSX:EAT.UN) announced today that its affiliate, PRC Trademarks Inc. ("TradeMarkCo"), formed a special committee to evaluate strategic alternatives for the Fund and TradeMarkCo. The special committee will be chaired by Ken Purdy, director of TradeMarkCo, and will include Douglas Black, Kris Matthews and Doug Queen, each a trustee of the Fund and a director of TradeMarkCo. The special committee has engaged TD Securities Inc. as exclusive financial advisor to the special committee and the Fund in this evaluation of strategic alternatives. While this evaluation will cover a broad range of alternatives, there can be no assurance that any transaction will be concluded as a result.

Johnny Rockets Seeking Franchise Partner in Taiwan

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

All-American Restaurant Chain Announces Availability of Key Market

Provision Interactive Debuts Radically Responsive Second Generation Interactive 3D Product

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:45:00 EDT

Improved "Air Touch" Technology Adds Extraordinary Depth to Human Manipulation of 3D Holograms

GuestMetrics, Inc. Sales Revenues up 56 Percent YTD Since Introduction of BarMetrics Data Services

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:30:00 EDT

ASHBURN, VA--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - GuestMetrics, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: GESM) is pleased to announce that the Company has substantially increased its revenues in 2009 by the introduction of its BarMetrics data services. This product offering has received the attention of a large number of national and international suppliers in the beer, wine and spirits industry. The Company recently announced several high profile clients across the globe that covet the detail data that the Company's BarMetrics system records.

Sissy Biggers, the Queen of Aspen, Showcases Trends and Essentials at Aspen Food & Wine Classic

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:17:00 EDT

ASPEN, CO--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - From sustainable farming and new food and wine innovations, to a look at essential foodie equipment like the iconic KitchenAid mixer, Sissy Biggers shares trends coming out of the Aspen Food & Wine Classic.

Some of the trends include:

The iconic KitchenAid mixer:

This iconic American brand, which traces its roots to the first stand mixer in 1919 and first dishwasher in 1949, is marking its 90th anniversary by introducing a special edition Candy Apple Red 90th anniversary stand mixer. A new line of Commercial-Style cooking appliances will also be making its first appearance at the Classic.

Village Voice Media Quickly Expands Voice Local Network With Urbanspoon Partnership

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:00:00 EDT

Leading Restaurant Information Provider Taps Village Voice Media to Help Monetize Its Successful Online and iPhone Presence

Cindi Bigelow Honored in Top 100 Women in Grocery Award List

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:41:00 EDT

Third Annual Top Women in Grocery Award Program Showcases Best and Brightest Businesswomen in the Industry

Getaway With an IHOP "Pancation" This Summer

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:00:00 EDT

Three New Hawaiian-Inspired Pancake Flavors Provide a Taste of the Islands

Heathrow Natural Food & Beverage, Inc. Adds Distribution for Australia

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:00:00 EDT

LAKE MARY, FL--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Heathrow Natural Food & Beverage, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: HRNF) is pleased to announce it has completed another distribution agreement for its Super Food brand ACAI Plus functional chewing gum for distribution in Australia. ACAI Plus functional chewing gum will give Australians a healthy and natural choice for the delivery of super high anti-oxidants equivalent to 17,000 ORAC (www.oracvalues.com) in two Chiclets. This level of anti-oxidant is absorbed at the cell level and cleans out free radicals from the body which cause a multitude of conditions, including inflammation, stress, fatigue, etc.

Eco-Safe Systems to Market Its Ozonated Water Treatment to Huge Golf Course Market; Certified Soil Tests Confirm Benefits Through Eco-Safe Treatment

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 06:00:00 EDT

LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Eco-Safe Systems USA, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: ESFS) is pleased to announce excellent results from independent testing of soil samples from a Los Angeles Golf Course utilizing Eco-Safe Ozone Turf Treatment. Additionally, a sale of its food disinfection system was made to their restaurant unit.

Michael Elliot, President of Eco-Safe, stated, "Golf courses are a perfect fit for ozonated water treatment due to the wide range of benefits provided by ozone and the ease of application. Fundamentally, ozonated water percolates more deeply and rapidly, providing up to a 15% reduction in water usage, and the extra oxygen dissolved in the water is tremendously beneficial to the grass. Turf irrigated with ozonated water develops better color and a deeper root system."

Delhaize Group Increases Voluntary Tender Offer Price for Alfa-Beta Vassilopoulos by 11.5% to EUR 34.00

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 03:11:00 EDT

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) -

Vassilopoulos Family Supports New Offer Price and Accepts the Tender Offer

BRUSSELS, Belgium - June 29, 2009 - Delhaize Group (Euronext Brussels: DELB - NYSE: DEG), the Belgian international food retailer, announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary Delhaize "The Lion" Nederland B.V. ("Delned") has increased its offer price by EUR 3.50 to EUR EUR 34.00 per common registered share of Alfa-Beta Vassilopoulos ("Alfa-Beta"). In addition, Delhaize Group communicates that it has reached an agreement of acceptance at the increased tender price with the members of the Vassilopoulos family to tender 887 494 Alfa-Beta shares, or approximately 7% of the total, and with another important private shareholder to tender 630 000 Alfa-Beta shares, or approximately 5% of the total.