There are instances in our lives when it seems that destiny shines on us; the day I set out to visit Sassy Cakes, a gourmet cupcake shop in downtown Naples and interview its proprietor, Bayah Harrison, was one of those instances. Recently, The Wall Street Journal ran a story by journalists Emily Maltby and Sarah E. Needleman entitled, “Forget Gold, The Gourmet-Cupcake Market Is Crashing” and of course I read through the article to familiarize myself with the reality of the cupcake scene, and…
Melitta USA, a brand well-recognized for exceptional quality in all aspects of coffee and coffee preparation, evolves even further into the booming single-serve market with the addition of single cup coffee. The brand this week unveiled customized UpShot™ Solution equipment at its state-of-the-art coffee roasting facility in Cherry Hill, N.J. and is now equipped to produce its own Melitta Café de Europa Gourmet Single Cup Coffee, as well as provide manufacturing options – roasting, fill…
As the countdown to Cinco de Mayo continues, Celebrity Chef George Duran, wanted to pass along an authentic Mexican dish that you can prepare as part of your fiesta.
Taking a traditional dish a little further south of the boarder, George Duran’s recipe for Arroz con Pollo Mole (Rice and Chicken) is packed with unexpected ingredients and a combination of sweet and salty flavors. By preparing the meal in an all-in-one IMUSA Non-Stick Caldero that requires no seasoning, the food is made health…
For the upcoming weekend you may either be going to a Derby day party or a Cinco de Mayo fiesta – maybe even both! So this year Junior Merino, also known as The Liquid Chef has your bar fully stocked with creative concoctions for last minute get-togethers.
While the most exciting sporting event may be over within two minutes, that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice having a good time! For the coveted Kentucky Derby (May 4th ) Junior Merino put his own spin on the traditional mint cockt…
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar today launched the Fleming’s WiNEPAD™, a custom app on iPad that helps Guests easily navigate the restaurant’s extensive wine list tableside or at the bar. Offered at each of its 65 locations nationwide, the Fleming’s WiNEPAD™ design mirrors the restaurant’s décor with a custom-designed case and color palette.
“For our Guests, the Fleming’s WiNEPAD™ takes the guessing out of ordering wine,” said National Director of Wine Maeve Pe…
Specialty Grocery Retailer Supports Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry Campaign with Limited Edition Reusable Bags and “The Fresh Market’s Cupcakes for a Cause” Promotion
The Fresh Market is proud to become a national partner of Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign beginning this spring. Through the sale of a special reusable shopping bag designed by children during the company’s inaugural “Design Our Bag Challenge,” along with a spring in-store promotion at its 131 sto…
IHOP®, the restaurant known for “Everything you love about breakfast SM” is introducing its latest breakfast innovation: Brioche French Toast.
These thick-cut slices of rich round brioche bread are soaked in a lightly-sweetened vanilla batter and grilled to a delicate warm golden crispiness that is perfectly ready to layer with three flavorful varieties of toppings: Bananas Foster, Berry Berry and Peaches & Cream, will be in restaurants beginning April 15th.
“We’re d…
Dunk City, also known as Fort Myers, is abuzz about the Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) men’s basketball team entering the Sweet Sixteen Tournament this weekend. Many businesses in Southwest Florida are supporting the university and players with specials nicknamed after the tournament, but none are going quite as far as Irresistible Confections.
Founded and operated by Chocolatier, Justin Schaffer, Irresistible Confections is going all the way to Texas to support the Eagles. H…
Chef, restaurateur, author and television star Stephanie Izard is the newest chef to join Macy’s Culinary Council, an exclusive team of the country’s finest chefs who serve to inspire the way Macy’s customers shop, cook and eat at home. A James Beard Award nominee, Food & Wine “Best New Chef” and winner of Bravo’s “Top Chef” (Season Four), Izard will serve as an ambassador for Macy’s Home department alongside fellow Macy’s Culinary Council chefs including Rick Bayless, Cat Cora…
Purity Vodka, the most award-winning ultra-premium vodka in the world, today announced its much-anticipated expansion to Florida, upping its U.S. market presence to eleven states and counting.
The production of Purity Vodka is labor intensive and demanding. Kuuttanen disposes of 90 percent of the spirit leaving only the “Perfect Cut” – or 10 percent of the spirit – which is used as the heart of Purity Vodka. When all is said and done – the heart is distilled 34 times. The result…
