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Rishi Tea Launches New Line in Eco-Friendly Packaging
Milwaukee-based Rishi Tea introduces Oolong Tea and Classic Black Tea lines, which are ushering in the transformation of the brand’s packaging format from a labeled tin to a more environmentally friendly, sealed bag in a printed, bilingual box. The move provides a strategic change to invest more in tea quality and freshness, and less in packaging, storage and transit costs. The airtight bag-in-a-box is far better suited to preserve the freshness and character of Rishi Tea’s signature teas, according to the company.Rishi Tea will gradually transition its entire line of loose-leaf tins to this new, more sustainable format. Available for ... |
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Natural Grocers to Open Seven New Stores
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage plans to open seven new stores by March 2013, bringing the total number of Natural Grocers stores to 64 in 12 states by the spring. The new stores will be opened during the next six months in Sedona, Ariz.; Steamboat Springs, Colo.; Helena and Missoula, Mont.; Omaha, Neb.; and Denton and Lubbock, Texas. Natural Grocers has already signed long-term lease agreements for the new locations and is currently renovating the spaces to adhere to its core values, including employing a variety of energy-efficient features such as motion light sensors, 100 percent post-consumer content tiles, polished ... |
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Marich Sponsors 64th Primetime Emmy Governors Ball
Marich Premium Chocolates was a contributing sponsor of the Emmy Governors Ball, the post-awards party held Sept. 23 in Los Angeles.California’s gourmet chocolatier set up two tasting bars at the event, where guests sampled a variety of sweet treats. Guests were also given a specially designed package of Marich Chocolate Cherries as a take-home gift. Marich is a second-generation family business operated by the van Dam family for more than 60 years.“We are committed to supporting local growers and producers by sourcing many of our ingredients and materials from our home state of California. Our premium confections are infused with ... |
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Rosanna Partners With Italian Distributor Argenti
Seattle-based Rosanna Inc. has formed a new partnership with Italian distributor Argenti to offer Italian customers improved service. Argenti will have Rosanna products available starting in January, and will offer in-country service for a more streamlined distribution system in Italy.Argenti is an Italian company that produces gift items, party favors and accessories for the home and office made from silver, crystal, leather, wood and resin. Founded in 1993, after conquering the Italian market, the company made inroads into parts of Europe, the United States and Latin America. Rosanna Inc. is a worldwide brand “recognized for products of exceptional sophistication and ... |
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Whole Foods’ Cheesemongers Go to Head of the Class at ACS Exam
Whole Foods Market cheesemongers don’t crumble under pressure, whether it’s at the cheese counter or during the first-ever American Cheese Society (ACS) Certified Cheese Professional™ exam. Of the 121 cheesemongers who passed the exam, 70 were from Whole Foods Market’s Canada and U.S. stores, making it the retailer with the largest number of certified cheese experts in North America. The certification marks cheesemongers’ thorough understanding of and passion for cheese. The exam tests for knowledge of cheese making, ripening, storage, handling, nutrition and more. Those who pass the exam demonstrate acumen in cheese from farm to counter and are the ... |
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Krinos Foods Plans New HQ in the Bronx
Krinos Foods Inc., a Greek and Mediterranean specialty food importer, distributor and manufacturer, plans to develop a new approximately 100,000-square-foot national headquarters in the Bathgate Industrial Business Zone in the Bronx. Krinos was selected by the New York City Economic Development Corp. (NYCEDC) based on its response to an RFP issued in April 2012, and will purchase the site from the city for $3.5 million. Krinos will invest an additional $17.3 million to construct its new headquarters – creating approximately 32 construction jobs – and expects to open the facility in early 2014. Once open, Krinos plans to add five ... |
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Sales Growth Prods Frontier Soups to Expand
Frontier Soups has expanded its production and warehouse facility to accommodate the continued sales growth of the company’s all-natural, gourmet dried soup mixes. The expansion includes the addition of two new automated fillers to increase capacity and 7,500 square feet of warehousing to accommodate finished goods, said Trisha Anderson, company founder for the Waukegan, Ill.-based business. “Our year-over-year sales growth continues to improve so we need the extra production capability,” Anderson said. “We also continue to invest in equipment that provides precision measuring of ingredients and greater productivity. The new warehouse allows for more efficient shipping just in time for our busy ... |
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UNFI to Consolidate Distribution at New Colorado Facility
United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI), a leading national distributor of natural, organic and specialty food, announced plans to consolidate its four existing Denver-based distribution facilities into a new 535,000-square-foot facility at Gateway Park in Aurora, Colo. The new facility is expected to open in summer 2013. Situated near the Denver International Airport corridor, the new facility will serve as a distribution hub for retailers in the Rocky Mountains region as well as Kansas, Nebraska, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming. The existing facilities’ consolidation extends the company’s focus on enhancing efficiencies; improving productivity through “best in class” warehousing and inventory control ... |
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Martha, Emeril Sued Over Alleged Trademark Violation
The Chamber of Industry and Commerce for Wuppertal-Solingen-Remscheid in Germany has sued Martha Stewart, Emeril Lagasse, Home Shopping Network (HSN) and some related companies over claims that knives sold under the Emeril brand made false claims of being associated with Solingen. According to a report by Courthouse News Service (CNS), the Solingen trade name dates back to 1853 and is protected in Germany and the United States. It was trademarked in the United States in 1974, with a first-use date of 1853, according to the complaint. The chamber sued Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Emeril Lagasse, HSNI LLC dba ... |
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Global Knives Names Scanpan Exclusive U.S. Distributor
In a move that promises to increase sales and broaden distribution of its classic Japanese-made Global knives, Master Cutlery has named Scanpan USA Inc. its exclusive distributor for the United States. Master Cutlery holds the worldwide rights for Yoshikin Global Knives. Los Angeles-based Scanpan will distribute the signature classic Global knives as well as market the Mino Sharp group of cutlery sharpeners and the more traditional Bunmei Japanese knives. “Changes in the way we distribute and serve our customers need to be made as we prepare to launch our latest Global addition – Global SAI,” said Mino Tsuchida, president of ... |
