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Lenox Was Selected to Produce the Official Inaugural Gifts For The Eighth Consecutive Time
Bristol, PA – (January 17, 2017); For the eighth consecutive inauguration, Lenox Corporation has created the official Inaugural gifts from the American people, given to the President and Vice President of the United States. On January 20, 2017, Lenox on behalf of the American people will present the custom-made, one-of-a-kind engraved crystal bowls at the Inaugural Luncheon following the swearing-in ceremonies at the U.S. Capitol. Lenox offered these stunning gifts to the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies (JCCIC), and the design was approved by the committee. Lenox Corporation, the oldest and most prestigious maker of crystal and fine china ... |
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International Brands Bring Global Flare To NY Now Winter 2017 Market
WHITE PLAINS, NY. — January 24, 2017 — As part of its ongoing efforts to spotlight the compelling design and products from the international community, NY NOW®, the Market for Home, Lifestyle + Gift, applauds the brilliant foreign companies and exhibitors that will be participating in the upcoming winter 2017 market. Our international exhibitors bring a special creative flare and contribute tremendously towards helping make NY NOW a must-attend event for buyers looking to experience unique offerings from around the world. “As a global collection of brands and as leading market in the industry, it is so exciting to share ... |
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Las Vegas Market Issues Housewares Design Awards
Las Vegas Market recognized and celebrated the winners of the 12th Housewares Design Awards, for the first time hosting a two-hour awards gala in connection with its Winter Market. From 60 finalists, 12 were named Best in Category winners and three were awarded Best of the Best distinctions, with gold going to Electrolux for the Masterpiece Food Processor (shown here), silver to iRobot for the Roomba 960 and bronze to Oxo for the Good Grips Hand-Held Spiralizer. Additionally, the inaugural Design Influencer of the Year was presented to Mo Mullen, director of business development for West Elm LOCAL. “Las Vegas ... |
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Little Bird Kitchen Completes New Manufacturing Space, Rebranding
Little Bird Kitchen, the New York-based makers of candied jalapeño products, has updated its look with a new logo and tagline, including adding the hashtag #hotandsweet to all of its products. Owners Corey and Sara Meyer also announced the completion of their new manufacturing space in Plainview, N.Y. The 11,000-square-foot space enables Little Bird Kitchen to significantly expand production and hire additional staff. Little Bird Kitchen’s products, which earned kosher and non-GMO certifications in 2016, include the original Fire Bark and Fire Bites, chocolate with candied jalapeños; and new products: Fire Powder, powdered candied jalapeños; and Fire Syrup, a jalapeño-based ... |
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Makers of Bak Kwa Meat Snacks Moving to Larger HQ, Production Space
Little Red Dot Kitchen has acquired a larger headquarters and production facility in the San Francisco Bay area to accommodate rising demand for its Bak Kwa meat snacks and to position the company for future growth. Little Red Dot Kitchen will complete the transition from San Jose, Calif., into the new facility in Hayward, Calif., in February, according to CEO Ching Lee. The Tripaldi Way facility includes increased office and production space and a commercial kitchen, Lee said. The company produces a line of five Bak Kwa meat snacks, which are like a sweet and savory jerky infused with Asian ... |
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World Finer Foods Adds Silva Regal Brand to Line Up
Liberty Richter, a division of World Finer Foods, a leading supplier of specialty food, beverage and personal care products, has added Silva Regal, makers of authentic Mediterranean lifestyle foods, to the company's family of premium brands. Founded in 1950 in Malaga, Spain, by the Silva family, Silva Regal creates fine quality products and traditional family recipes that feature the authentic flavors of Spain. From hand-stuffed olives to premium extra virgin olive oil to exquisite Spanish vinegars, Silva Regal offers distinctive flavors for everyday cooking or entertaining. Silva Regal olives are harvested each year from Andalucía in southern Spain, ensuring consistently ... |
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Jacques Kuhn, Leader at Kuhn Rikon, Passes Away at 97
Long before it became a fashionable watchword, Jacques Kuhn was putting authenticity it into practice. The titular head of Kuhn Rikon, who died on Dec. 30 at 97, was for many years the heart of the company. For 40 years he led the firm. Not as a manager from behind his desk, but as a trained engineer, who spent many a night working painstakingly until the best solution was found, such as the spring valve and locking mechanism of the Duromatic pressure cooker. When he was doing this, he would tested it himself, not only in the laboratory, but also ... |
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Perry Reynolds to Retire From The IHA
ROSEMONT, Ill. (Jan. 11, 2017)—The International Housewares Association today announced the hiring of Jeff Murphy as vice president, international, effective Feb. 1 and that Perry Reynolds will retire March 31 after 20 years at the Association. “IHA’s international efforts are a strategically significant element of the Association’s mission,” said Phil Brandl, IHA president & CEO. “Two mission items, bringing the international retail community to the International Home + Housewares Show and providing assistance to IHA members who wish to do business globally, warrant a strategic level position and attention. We are pleased to have Jeff’s experience guide us in these ... |
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Annual Food & Beverage Trends Forecast Highlights "Connective Force"
SEATTLE, Jan. 5, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital connectivity may be driving stress rates up, but it's also helping to bring us together over food and drink. Whether around the dining table or in social media conversations, food has emerged as a way to come together around matters of taste, ethics, culture and sociability. These insights emerge from the MSLGROUP's annual list of top food trends compiled by its highly specialized food marketing and PR team, appearing as a sharable infographic. Last year, the agency's forecast was viewed more than 100,000 times. Past forecasts have spotted the emergence of major marketplace successes, including ... |
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Union Pacific Acquires Railex LLC Assets
Omaha, Nebraska, January 3, 2017 – Union Pacific today announced acquisition of Railex LLC’s refrigerated and cold storage distribution assets in Delano, California; Wallula, Washington; and Rotterdam, New York. Acquisition does not include Railex Wine Services LLC. Railex, a refrigerated rail service and third-party logistics leader, plays a key role in Union Pacific’s Food Network transporting fruits, vegetables and other temperature-sensitive cargo across the United States. “The Railex team developed a fantastic business changing how fresh food arrives on America’s tables, offering food shippers fast, reliable door-to-door rail based transportation solutions,” said Brad Thrasher, vice president and general manager – ... |
