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HostMilano 2019 Reports Record Attendance For Recent Exhibition For The Hospitality Sector
Milan, 29 October 2019 - The 41st edition of HostMilano, the world's leading hospitality event, organised by Fiera Milano, was a unique edition, welcoming professional operators from all over the world and attracting over 200,000 visitors. Growing numbers and 40% international attendance from 171 countries. As well as originating from European countries such as Spain, Germany, France, the United Kingdom and Switzerland, there were particularly large delegations from the USA, China, the Middle and Far East; there were also those who had travelled many thousands of kilometres to reach Milan, even from the Fiji Islands or Nicaragua. A lively exchange ... |
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Specialty Food Association Trendspotter Panel Predicts Top 2020 Food Trends
New York, NY (November 19, 2019) From “Plants as Plants” to unexpected proteins and everything in between, the Specialty Food Association (SFA) Trendspotter Panel predicts what’s coming up for specialty food in 2020. “As the specialty food industry hits a record year of growth with $148.7 billion in sales, we’re seeing that health benefits and sustainability concerns will continue to drive more food and beverage trends in 2020. But, there’s also room for fun, whether in the form of canned cocktails or global condiments,” said Denise Purcell, head of content for the SFA. Professionals from diverse segments of the culinary world ... |
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America’s Largest Milk Producer Declares Bankruptcy
DALLAS, Nov. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Dean Foods Company (NYSE: DF) ("Dean Foods" or the "Company") today announced that it and substantially all of its subsidiaries have initiated voluntary Chapter 11 reorganization proceedings in the Southern District of Texas. The Company intends to use this process to protect and support its ongoing business operations and address debt and unfunded pension obligations while it works toward an orderly and efficient sale of the Company. Dean Foods also announced that it is engaged in advanced discussions with Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. ("DFA") regarding a potential sale of substantially all assets of the Company. If the parties ... |
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Museum of Food and Drink to Launch African/American: Making the Nation’s Table
Harlem, NY – The Museum of Food and Drink (MOFAD), the museum that brings the world of food to life with exhibits you can taste, touch and smell, will launch its newest exhibition, African/American: Making the Nation’s Table at The Africa Center in late February 2020, MOFAD and The Africa Center leadership announced today. Curated by Dr. Jessica B. Harris, widely considered the world’s foremost expert on the foods of the African Diaspora, the exhibition will be the country’s first to celebrate the countless black chefs, farmers, and food and drink producers who have laid the foundation for American food culture —recognition ... |
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New Plant-Based Foods Coming to Price Rite Marketplace
Keasbey, NJ (October 21, 2019) Shoppers who visit Price Rite Marketplace locations this month will find new plant-based food options from Purdue, Beyond Meat and Pure. The products will hit shelves starting Oct. 21 and include the following: Perdue Chicken Plus Nuggets, Patties and Tenders Beyond Meat Burger Patties Pure Breakfast Patties “Many of our customers have been asking for these products as an alternative to traditional meat and chicken offerings,” said Jim Dorey, president of Price Rite Marketplace. “We are delighted to bring these high-demand options to shoppers and start filling this growing market segment.” Beyond Meat Burger is the ... |
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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, ... |
