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Wakefern Announces Newest Member to its Cooperative Family
Keasbey, NJ (October 30, 2019) – Wakefern Food Corp. announced today that New Jersey-based Nicholas Markets, owned by the Maniaci Family, has become the 51st family to join its cooperative. Nicholas Markets operates four stores in North Haledon, Cedar Grove, Colonia and the Township of Washington, NJ under the Foodtown banner. Upon their conversion, the stores will be rebranded as The Fresh Grocer, a Wakefern trademark. Currently there are nine The Fresh Grocer stores, with eight stores located in the greater Philadelphia area and one in Wilmington, DE. The Maniaci family has been part of the Allegiance Retail Services, LLC cooperative, operating ... |
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Ambiente 2020: The meeting place for everyone with an impact on markets
From 7 to 11 February 2020 the international consumer goods industry will revolve around this leading global trade fair in all matters of tableware, kitchenware, household goods and leisure as well as gifts, interior decoration and interior design. “Ambiente is the central hub of the entire consumer goods industry. Exhibitors from over 90 countries will be acting as trendsetters in and beyond the year 2020. In addition, we are planning to expand Dining, and so the new HoReCa hall – 6.0 – will be the perfect port of call for national and international decision-makers in the hospitality segment. In this ... |
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The Good Food Awards Announce Finalists
San Francisco, CA (November 5, 2019) – As it celebrates its 10thanniversary, the Good Food Foundation is proud to announce the 307 companies in the running for a 2020 Good Food Award. With a demonstrated commitment to environmental stewardship and growing their businesses in harmony with a better food system, these outstanding crafters represent the nation’s best in delicious, sustainable fare. The 2020 Finalists recognized today are emphasizing fairness and transparency from seed to plate, promoting safe and enjoyable working environments, and safeguarding biodiversity by creating products free of genetically modified ingredients. Finalists from across the 17 categories are crafting ... |
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International Market Centers Enters into Agreement to Purchase 121 N. Hamilton St. in Downtown High Point
HIGH POINT, N.C. – (October 11, 2019) - International Market Centers (IMC) announced today that it has entered into an agreement to purchase the 50,542-square-foot showroom building located at 121 N. Hamilton St. in downtown High Point. The deal for the property, which was formerly owned by MCHP Properties LLC, is scheduled to close on Nov. 1, 2019. “This acquisition extends IMC’s overall showroom footprint in High Point and supports our position in the North Hamilton District in particular,” said Scott Eckman, president of furniture and home décor leasing for International Market Centers. “This most recent purchase complements IMC’s strategic acquisitions ... |
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Gourmet, Tabletop and Entertaining Trends Showcased At January 2020 Market in Atlanta
ATLANTA – October 29, 2019 – The Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market®showcases trends in tabletop, housewares and gourmet food products at its 2020 staging with more than 900 leading brands presenting new introductions and 10 culinary tastemakers leading interactive demonstrations at the market’s January 14-21, 2020 staging. “Gourmet and tabletop buyers are coming to Atlanta to source and discover the next must-have styles, tools, techniques and products for their customers,” said Dave Savula, International Market Centers (IMC) executive vice president of Gift and Apparel leasing. “The brands are expanding, updating and reimaging their spaces to inspire their customers, ... |
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Cibus is Coming Back In May 2020 in Parma, Italy
(Parma, October 17th, 2020) – Cibus is coming back. The top biennial food and beverage italian fair will open in about seven months in Parma. Environmental sustainability, renewed attention to issues such as ethics, transparency and respect for local areas by the Italian agri-food sector will be the central focus of the next edition of Cibus 2020. Thousands of new products will be on display at Cibus 2020 (there were 1,300 at Cibus 2018) and a green guide will accompany visitors as they discover the numerous Made in Italy products that truly stand out for their ecological sustainability. A selection ... |
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Simonelli Group Announces New Partnership with the Coffee Science Foundation (CSF) to Develop Largest Open Research Project on Espresso Quality
October 15, 2019— The Coffee Science Foundation (CSF) has announced that Italian coffee machine manufacturer Simonelli Group will become the first major partner of the organization, beginning a new four-year research project. The CSF is a research organization launched by the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) in April 2019 and is dedicated to advancing the understanding of coffee and securing its future through research, knowledge-building, and outreach. Mr. Fabio Ceccarani, CEO of Simonelli Group says, "Innovation and research are core values of our identity. Such values have driven the evolution of our espresso coffee machine and grinders for generations, contributing to ... |
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Blendtec Launches Special Edition Blender To Support Breast Cancer Awareness and Prevention
Blendtec announces the launch of a white Designer 625 with unique Pink LED touchscreen and Ltd edition Wildside+ jar in support of Breast Cancer awareness and prevention. Blendtec will donate 10% of the sales of the unit to the charity that supports recovering cancer patients and raises awareness about prevention. B4BC (Boarding For Breast Cancer) is a 501(c)3 non-profit foundation that advocates early detection and a healthy, active lifestyle as the best means for breast cancer prevention. Founded in 1996, B4BC empowers young people to make positive choices that promote lifelong wellness through educational outreach, prevention and survivor support programs. ... |
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HEB Honors Afia Foods With 2019 Minority Supplier of the Year Award
After losing 2 of her children and virtually everything her family had in Syria before and during the war, Farrah Moussallati Sibai was starting over. Her faith and determination led her to rebuild herself and her family and to desire to be a strong female role model for her remaining daughters and women who have endured trauma. Her desire to help people with similar and more tragic situations than herself was one of the guiding reasons for her starting Afia Foods. When Farrah’s mother-in-law fled Syria during the war she left with little beside the clothes on her back and ... |
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International Market Centers Names Kaela Simeonoff as Sales Manager for The Expo at World Market Center Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, N.V. – (September 19, 2019) – International Market Centers (IMC) has hired Kaela Simeonoff as sales manager for The Expo at World Market Center Las Vegas, a $90 million, 315,000-square-foot exposition center set to open in July 2020 during IMC’s semi-annual Las Vegas Market. She will report directly to Jennifer Muna, general manager of The Expo at World Market Center Las Vegas. “Kaela is a talented industry professional with a strong background in both the hospitality sales and services industry here in Las Vegas,” Muna said. “I’m looking forward to leveraging her experience and contacts as The Expo opens ... |
