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Wüsthof Expands Marketing Campaign Saluting Extraordinary Culinary Pros
Cutlery leader Wüsthof, is embarking on phase two of its “defining the Edgë” marketing campaign, a multi-platform consumer initiative that was first launched in spring 2012. The campaign, anchored by a media-rich microsite, and extensive national and top-tier regional advertising in digital and print media, expands with the addition of three new chefs: the Spärk (Amanda Cohen of Dirt Candy in New York City); the Oütlaw (Katherine Clapner of Dude, Sweet Chocolate in Dallas); and the Mäestro (Marc Vetri of Vetri, Alla Spina, Amis and Osteria in Philadephia). “We’re delighted to welcome three incredibly talented and passionate chefs to our ... |
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IHA Issues Template for Social Responsibility for the Housewares Industry
The International Housewares Association (IHA) has created a template for social responsibility in response to industry interest and request.The just-released document, titled “Corporate Social Responsibility: A Prototype of Supplier Guidelines,” seeks to establish guidelines to ensure that working conditions in the housewares industry supply chain are safe, workers are treated with respect and dignity and that business operations are ethical and environmentally responsible. “These guidelines provide tools that define a broad range of expectations without being overly specific in most cases,” said Phil Brandl, IHA president. “In order for these standards to be successful, they must be regarded as a total ... |
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Blue Ridge Grocery Opens Doors for Business
The Blue Ridge Grocery, in the former Cigar Shop on Blue Ridge’s Main Street, began operations last week in the capable hands of Danny Mellman and Michelle Moran. The store is next door to the couple’s successful restaurant, Harvest on Main.The Blue Ridge Grocery is a bakery-café focusing on fresh breads and coffee, community-supported agriculture and fresh, local produce. The grocery store is modeled after the Mercat de la Boqueria in Barcelona, Spain. It’s a bustling space for daily shopping and daily cooking, a space to see, touch, honor and celebrate food and dining, according to the owners. Two women, ... |
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Terrapin Ridge Farms Medals in National Mustard Competition
Terrapin Ridge Farms has won three coveted prizes in the 19th Annual World-Wide Mustard Competition held at the National Mustard Museum in Middleton, Wis., in April. The National Mustard Museum received more than 300 entries in this year’s competition. Terrapin Ridge took home the bronze medal in the Fruit Mustard category for their Peach Honey Mustard Pretzel Dip, a silver medal in the Exotic Mustard category for their Garam Masala Mustard, and a silver medal in the Dressings category for their Apple Rosemary with Dill Sauce. “We are honored to be recognized for our unique line up of gourmet mustards and dressings,” ... |
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Specialty Food Association to Honor Outstanding Retailers
Five specialty food retailers have been named Outstanding Retailers of 2013 by the Specialty Food Association. The awards honor outstanding customer service, product sourcing, merchandising and a commitment to serving the local community. The award-winning retailers are feast!, Charlottesville, Va.; Lazy Acres Market, Santa Barbara, Calif.; Oliver’s Market, Cotati, Calif.; Shady Maple Farm Market, Lancaster, Pa.; and Sweet Grass Dairy Cheese Shop, Thomasville, Ga. The winners were selected by a panel of leading specialty food professionals, including manufacturers, distributors, previous honorees and editors of Specialty Food Magazine. “These retailers share a passion that goes beyond presenting good food,” said Ann ... |
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SIAL Canada’s Olive d’Or Competition Names Top Olive Oils
The eighth edition of the Olive d’Or competition, which took place as part of SIAL Canada 2013 at Toronto’s Direct Energy Centre April 30 to May 2, named nine winners in three categories. The jury deliberated on April 25 and 26 to select the best extra-virgin olive oils from countries around the world. The winning olive oils received Gold, Silver or Bronze Drops honors in their respective categories. With more than 110 participating oils from more than 20 different countries, Olive d’Or is considered one of the most prestigious international extra-virgin olive oil contests in North America. Winners in the ... |
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Hain Celestial Acquires Organic Baby Food Brand
The Hain Celestial Group Inc., a leading natural and organic products company, announced the acquisition of Ella’s Kitchen Group Limited and the formation of the Global Infant, Toddler & Kids Division under Hain Celestial US. Ella’s Kitchen is a manufacturer and distributor of premium organic baby food under the Ella’s Kitchen brand and the first company to offer baby food in convenient flexible pouches. Ella’s Kitchen offers a range of 80 branded organic baby food products principally in the United Kingdom, the United States and Scandinavia. Ella’s Kitchen generated about $70 million in sales in calendar year 2012 and ... |
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Dallas Grows Total Housewares & Gourmet Market
Dallas Market Center’s Table & Housewares FINDS will debut its new location adjacent to the Gourmet Market and has expanded by more than 30 percent since January. Table & Housewares FINDS showcases functional gifts, dining, cooking and entertaining wares, as well as clever items for the home. Key exhibitors include Guzzini, Kobenstyle, Majestic Gifts, MYdrap, Noritake and Yamazaki. Exhibitor expansions include Lenox, which has doubled the size of its space. Highlights of housewares resources throughout permanent showrooms include All-Clad Metalcrafters, BODUM, Boston Warehouse, Calphalon, Chicago Metallic Bakeware, Island Bamboo, Jura Capresso, Trudeau, USA Pan and Wilton Armetale. Companies relocating within ... |
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Cento Chairman Ciccotelli Dies at 86
Alfred Ciccotelli Sr., 86, founder and chairman of Cento Fine Foods, died May 6, approximately one month shy of the company’s 50th anniversary, at his home in New Jersey. A true pioneer of the food industry, Ciccotelli was among the first to import olive oil, 100 percent durum semolina pasta, San Marzano tomatoes, panettone and other assorted Italian foods to the U.S. market. His vision helped lead the way for imported Italian foods that grew to be the No. 1 favorite ethnic food among U.S. consumers. After serving in World War II in the Pacific theater, Ciccotelli returned home to ... |
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tag Founder Norman Glassberg Dies
Norman Glassberg, 70, founder of Trade Associates Group Ltd. (tag), died April 26 while on a business trip in China attending the Canton Import and Export Fair in Guangzhou.“Norman was a true visionary and a best friend,” said Barbara Turf, former CEO of Crate & Barrel. “His business timing was always impeccable. His work ethic was enviably consistent. Norman’s innovation and brilliance commanded employee and industry respect. He will be deeply missed.”Born in New York in 1942, Glassberg graduated from New York University with a degree in biochemistry. But his interests soon turned to the home products industry, especially giftware ... |
