| GO TO FINE CHEESE & CHARCUTERIE | ABOUT | CURRENT ISSUE | PAST ISSUES | NEWS HEADLINES | CUSTOM PUBLICATIONS | RETAIL FOODSERVICE |
News
Schuman Cheese Executive Named USDA Trade Advisor
(Fairfield, New Jersey) Ralph Hoffman, a member of the executive leadership team at Schuman Cheese, has been appointed to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Technical Advisory Committee for Trade in Processed Foods. Hoffman, who is Executive Vice President of Risk Management and leads the Food Service and Food Ingredients Business Unit at Schuman Cheese, is among the private-sector appointees announced by Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer earlier this summer. The Advisory Committee appointees will serve until June 2023. “This appointment is a testament to Ralph’s expertise and knowledge of the cheese and dairy ... |
|
Steady Sales and Big News At July 2019 Atlanta Market
ATLANTA – July 17, 2019 – Exhibitors reported strong order writing at the close of the summer 2019 Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market®. The market drew buyers from all 50 states and nearly 60 countries sourcing from 8,000 brands across all categories of home décor and gift showcased in 1,400 permanent showrooms and 3,000 temporary exhibits according to International Market Centers (IMC). “Serious business was in evidence in Atlanta this week,” said Bob Maricich, IMC CEO. “Buyers from across the retail and design spectrum came to AmericasMart with a purpose: to find new products and resources to differentiate their ... |
|
Portmeirion Group acquires Nambe’
New York, NY – _July 16, 2019 – _Portmeirion Group is delighted to announce the purchase of Nambe’ LLC, a premium branded US homewares business. The acquisition provides the Group with additional scale in key US markets and strategically complements the existing US subsidiary while continuing to diversify business into new homeware product categories. Lawrence Bryan, Chef Executive said: Nambe’´ is synonymous with market leading design in homewares and we are hugely excited to take the brand on the next part of its journey. Portmeirion has a great track record of adding value through acquiring quality brands that can then ... |
|
American Premium Water Corp. Announces Agreement to Allow BioHemp International to Private Label CBD Water and Beverages Utilizing Company’s Technology
PLAYA VISTA, CA, July 09, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NEWMEDIAWIRE -- American Premium Water Corporation (OTC: HIPH) (“the Company”) announces that it has agreed to a deal that will imminently be executed allowing BioHemp International (OTC:BKIT) to license the Company’s proprietary Hydro Nano technology to be used to manufacture water and other CBD infused beverages across BKIT’s current and future platforms. American Premium CEO, Ryan Fishoff, commented, “This is a great deal for the Company. We have been selective of who we partner with and are protective of our technology. This arrangement benefits the Company in the short and long-term ... |
|
Las Vegas Market Announces Partnerships with Nearly 50 Leading?Retail & Trade Groups
LAS VEGAS, N.V. – (July 8, 2019) – Las Vegas Market announced today that it has extended its affiliation with industry organizations to include two new partners – Fair Trade Federation (FTF) and the Independent College Bookstore Association (ICBA) – for Summer 2019 Las Vegas Market, running July 28 – Aug. 1, 2019. Las Vegas Market offers a host of special programming, tours, educational opportunities, networking events and other membership activities for nearly 50 retail and trade organizations from across the globe. Las Vegas Market is proud to partner with the industry’s leading trade and retail organizations to offer programming and ... |
|
Iconic Brands Bellissima Prosecco and Bella Sprizz Win Gold
AMITYVILLE, NY, July 08, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NEWMEDIAWIRE -- Iconic Brands, Inc. (OTCQB: ICNB) announced today that the following awards have been won: a Gold Medal for Bellissima DOC Brut, a Gold Medal for Bellissima Zero Sugar Sparkling Wine and a Gold Medal for Bella Sprizz Elderflower Aperitif for the PR%F Design Distinction Competition. Additionally, a Silver Medal was awarded to Bella Sprizz Classic Aperitif, and a Bronze Medal for Bellissima Pinot Grigio Sparkling Rose. The Proof Awards, www.proofawards.com, were held recently in Las Vegas, Nevada, where over 30 spirit industry leaders and upwards of 500 brands participated for the ... |
|
Cheeses of Europe Extends US Open Series Sponsorship Through 2020
The Cheeses of Europe signed a two-year extension with the United States Tennis Association as the “Official Cheese Sponsor of the U.S. Open Series” through 2020. This three-year partnership includes a significant presence at tournaments in Atlanta, San Jose, Cincinnati, and Winston-Salem. Building on last year’s success, each US Open Series event (usopenseries.com) will allow fans to taste and learn about the delicious world of cheeses from across Europe. On-site product sampling will feature 15+ premium European cheeses including Brie, Camembert, Emmental, Comté and Mimolette. The campaign, created in partnership with New York City-based marketing agency Fifteen Degrees, showcases a ... |
|
IMC Announces "Atlanta NEXT" Growth Initiative
ATLANTA – July 10, 2019 – International Market Centers (IMC) today announced the launch of Atlanta NEXT, a multi-stage capital and strategic investment plan that will transform the AmericasMart® Atlanta business through enrichment of all categories and improvements to all buildings at its 7.2 million square foot campus in downtown Atlanta. Stage 1 begins with Home Category enhancements including a dramatic renovation of the Building 1 lobby; remerchandising of the home décor and open daily resources; and strategic coordination with the Atlanta Decorative Arts Center (ADAC) to present the Southeast’s dual-venue, comprehensive design destination. “IMC is making investments to elevate the ... |
|
Bonnie’s Jams Earns “Rookie of The Year” Award at Whole Foods Market 2018 Supplier Awards
Cambridge, MA - April 11, 2019 – Cambridge, Massachusetts based BONNIE’S JAMS was honored with the Rookie of The Year award at the Whole Foods Market 2018 Supplier Awards ceremony in Austin, Texas: https://media.wholefoodsmarket.com/news/whole-foods-market-announces-recipients-of-supplier-awards Bonnie’s was recognized for their work in creating an innovative new jam flavor, Bourbon Berry, in support of the brand’s national launch during the fall of 2018. Since the company’s inception, Bonnie Shershow and her team have been producing jams with all natural, non-GMO ingredients that burst with fruit flavor. “We are absolutely thrilled to receive this award from Whole Foods Market. Our team has been tireless in ... |
|
COSTA NOVA increases its presence at the Las Vegas Market with a new and expanded Showroom
The brand relocated its showroom to feature an expanded product offering, moving from #C139 to #C123. The additional space allows for the addition of new products from COSTA NOVA and a new Hospitality section, as well as expanded collections from CASAFINA and Portus Cale (a recent partnership of Portuguese home fragrances and soaps). “We are thrilled to continue to grow our presence at the Las Vegas Market. The additional space allows us to expand our presentations of all three brands and also feature our new hospitality collections, a sales channel we are aggressively pursuing," said Matt Hullfish, National Sales Manager. ... |
