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Wimm-Bill-Dann Foods OJSC Continues to Post Profitable Growth in Third Quarter and Nine Months of 2009

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:20:25 GMT

Business Wire - Wimm-Bill-Dann Foods OJSC [NYSE: WBD] today announced its financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2009.

Smoothie Factory Offers Savings to Customers Who Donate to Save Lives Through Chronic Disease Fund

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:02:17 GMT

Business Wire - More than 14-million Americans, with chronic or life altering diseases and cancer, can’t afford the medication they need because of the high out-of-pocket costs associated with their insurance coverage.

Main Street America Donates More Than 1 Ton of Non-Perishable Goods to Local Food Banks

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:55:59 GMT

Business Wire - The Main Street America Group has collected more than 1 ton of non-perishable goods during its annual Thanksgiving food drive.

Strauss Group Reports Solid Nine Month Results

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:33:28 GMT

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Research and Markets: Confectionery in Ireland

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:01:40 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/582db1/confectionery_in_i) has announced the addition of the "Confectionery in Ireland" report to their offering.

Research and Markets: Dairy Products in Finland

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:51:29 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/b047a4/dairy_products_in) has announced the addition of the "Dairy Products in Finland" report to their offering.

Britvic - Results Interviews With CEO and FD

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:03:41 GMT

PRNewswire - In a video interview released today on http://www. cantos.com Britvic CEO Paul Moody said the company had delivered "outstanding" top-line and bottom-line growth.

Christmas Gift Hampers from Real Food Direct

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:00:40 GMT

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gategroup Signs Multiple Contracts With Delta Air Lines

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 05:30:09 GMT

PRNewswire - gategroup announced the completion of major contract renewals with Delta Air Lines and its Northwest Airlines subsidiary as part of the carriers' continuing progress to integrate supply contracts.

Santas Make a Stop at Pinks before the Holiday Rush

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 01:51:27 GMT

Business Wire - Members of FORBS (Fraternal Order of Real Bearded Santas) stopped by Knott's Berry Farm's new Pink's restaurant today to discuss the upcoming holiday season and fortify themselves with delicious Pink's hot dogs. Pink's, a Los Angeles landmark known for its delicious oversized chili dogs, is now open for the holiday season in the Knott's MarketPlace. This year Pink's celebrates its 70th year in business and the new Knott's location will be the first permanent Pink's location in Orange County.

Pujols MVP Adds to FUEL Excitement

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 01:25:25 GMT

Business Wire - The Wheaties FUEL team congratulates baseball super star Albert Pujols for his second consecutive Most Valuable Player win with a full page print advertisement that will run in the St.

FDA Seeks Permanent Injunction Against Sharkco Seafood International Inc.

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:20:50 GMT

PRNewswire - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is seeking a permanent injunction against Sharkco Seafood...

McCormick Announces Increase in Quarterly Dividend

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:29:27 GMT

Business Wire - The Board of Directors of McCormick & Company, Incorporated (NYSE:MKC) today declared an 8.3% increase in the quarterly dividend from $0.24 to $0.26 per share on its common stocks, payable January 15, 2010 to shareholders of record December 31, 2009.

New Interim CFO Appointed at Core Groupe LLC

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:06:34 GMT

PRNewswire - John Kingston appointed new CFO of Core Groupe LLC as of October 1, 2009.

Regency Centers to Audio Webcast Investor Presentation

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:03:21 GMT

Business Wire - Regency Centers Corporation (NYSE:REG) invites you to listen to a live audio webcast of a presentation to be given to investors and analysts in Atlanta, GA on Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at 8:00 a.m.

FDA Consumer Health Information: Food Safety Tips for Healthy Holidays

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:51:03 GMT

PRNewswire - Parties, family dinners, and other gatherings where food is served are all part of the holiday cheer.

Krispy Kreme to Release Third Quarter Fiscal 2010 Results

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:35:17 GMT

PRNewswire - Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (NYSE: KKD) plans to release its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2010 on Monday, December 7, 2009, and host a conference call to review the quarter's results at 4:30 p.m. (ET) that day.

Enter the 1,2,3, Puff! Recipe Contest for a Chance to Win an All-Expense Paid Trip to New York City

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:31:11 GMT

Business Wire - Better Homes and Gardens, in partnership with the Pepperidge Farm® Puff Pastry brand, is encouraging home chefs everywhere to enter the 1,2,3 Puff! Recipe Contest this holiday season for a chance to win an all-expense paid trip for two to New York City.

Benihana Inc. Reports Fiscal Second Quarter 2010 Results

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:11:14 GMT

Business Wire - Benihana Inc. (NASDAQ: BNHNA; BNHN), operator of the nation’s largest chain of Japanese theme and sushi restaurants, today reported results for its 12-week fiscal second quarter ended October 11, 2009.

Coors Light and Zingo Nola Partner to Drive Home Message to Bayou Classic Fans to Drink Responsibly

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:08:11 GMT

Business Wire - To promote an enjoyable fan experience at the XXXVI State Farm Bayou Classic®, Coors Light is partnering with Zingo Nola, New Orleans’s premier designated driving service, to provide fans with an option for a safe ride home after the game.

Skinny Nutritional Corp. Reports $1,543,799 in Revenues for Third Quarter of 2009

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:43:27 GMT

Business Wire - SKINNY NUTRITIONAL CORP. (OTCBB:SKNY), today announced net revenues of $1,543,799 for the three months ending September 30, 2009.

Vacation Sweepstakes Invites Fans to be Jelly Belly President for a Day!

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:32:27 GMT

PRNewswire - Think you have what it takes to run Jelly Belly Candy Company? This is your chance to become the "big bean" at the helm of the company.

Diageo Helps Bring Thanksgiving to Needy Connecticut Families

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:28:26 GMT

PRNewswire - Diageo, the world's leading spirits, beer and wine company and proud member of Connecticut's business community, will again help the Connecticut Food Bank to provide meals to families in need this Thanksgiving.

Dennys Corporation to Present at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2009 Credit Conference

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:26:27 GMT

Business Wire - Denny’s Corporation (NASDAQ:DENN) today announced that the Company will be presenting at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2009 Credit Conference on Thursday, December 3, 2009 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Times Square, NY.

Morgans Hotel Group Introduces PDA- Peace Dance Art - During Art Basel 2009 Curated by Natalie Kovacs with Interview Magazine and Ben & Jerrys Ice Cre

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:18:38 GMT

Business Wire - Morgans Hotel Group (NASDAQ:MHGC), the company that introduced the world to the boutique hotel, announces PDA- Peace Dance Art - a series of nomadic dance interventions to celebrate the properties as a stage at Delano, Shore Club and Mondrian during Art Basel Miami Beach, December 2-6.

Food Safety Leader National Pasteurized Eggs Searches for Best Holiday Recipes

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:47:55 GMT

PRNewswire - With the holiday season in full swing, cooks are manning their recipe arsenals to make sure this season's meals and baked goods are ones to remember.

First Restaurant Valet Company in the Country Where Guests Can Pay the Valet Parking Fee Using Their Credit or Debit Card

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:06:10 GMT

PRNewswire - Regent Hospitality Parking is launching a groundbreaking service to allow guests to pay their valet parking service charge at the valet station using their credit or debit card.

Smart Balance to Present at J.P. Morgan SMid Cap Conference

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:00:24 GMT

PRNewswire - Smart Balance, Inc. (Nasdaq: SMBL) announced today that Stephen Hughes, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Smart Balance, Inc., will make a presentation at the J.P.

Captain Keymaster to Help Keep St. Louis Safe This Thanksgiving Eve

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:59:38 GMT

PRNewswire - What's better than the annual fight for the drumstick during Thanksgiving dinner? If you ask the Captain, it's the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, one of the biggest party nights of the season! This year, those partaking in pre-Thanksgiving festivities will have the opportunity to party responsibly the entire night, from the very first toast to the trip home.

Hospitality Services Inc. Commissioned to Design Ontario Travel Plaza Expansion

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:58:15 GMT

Business Wire - Hospitality Services, Inc., a Baltimore based foodservice planning and design company, has been hired by HMS Host to design foodservice areas and convenience stores for several Canadian travel plazas.

Deadline Approaching For Olive Garden's Essay Writing Contest

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:30:07 GMT

PRNewswire - The deadline is quickly approaching for Olive Garden's 14th-annual Pasta Tales essay writing contest, which asks students to "Describe a teacher who has inspired you in school and how they have impacted your life."

USA Technologies Sends Letter to Shareholders

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:26:30 GMT

Business Wire - USA Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: USAT) (the “Company”) today issued the following letter to the Company’s shareholders urging them to reject any proxy solicitation and not to sign any blue proxy cards they may receive from dissident shareholders Bradley Tirpak and Craig Thomas (the “Dissidents”).

Radiant Systems Launches New P1560 and P1760 Point-of-Sale Terminals

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:02:38 GMT

Business Wire - Radiant Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: RADS) today announced the market launch of the Radiant P1560 and P1760 point-of-sale hardware terminals for use across the hospitality and retail industries, combining enhanced technological capabilities through the latest Intel® mobile technology with the power and reliability found in all Radiant hardware.

Nissan Announces First Fuel Cell Vehicle Lease in North America; 'Coca-Cola Zero(R)' X-Trail FCV Promotes Zero Emissions

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:00:50 GMT

PRNewswire - Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced the lease of a X-TRAIL Fuel Cell Vehicle (FCV) to Sacramento Coca-Cola Bottling Co., Inc.

Research and Markets: Opportunities in Whey Products and Lactose: Market Growth and New Product Development in Sports and Infant Nutrition

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:10:44 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/addd14/opportunities_in_w) has announced the addition of the "Opportunities in Whey Products and Lactose: Market Growth and New Product Development in Sports and Infant Nutrition" report to their offering.

Pizza Hut(R) iPhone App Named Best Branded App by Forbes

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:10:01 GMT

PRNewswire - Forbes Magazine named the Pizza Hut iPhone App the #1 Branded Mobile Application of 2009 in an article released this week.

Just a Click Away...Domino's Makes Your Thanksgiving Eve Day

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:49:15 GMT

PRNewswire - Domino's Pizza(Â®) (NYSE: DPZ), the recognized world leader in pizza delivery, partnered with Involver.com to ask customers on Facebook what they had planned this holiday season.

Humana Awards $100,000 Atlanta Benefits Grant To The Atlanta Community Food Bank

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:35:53 GMT

Business Wire - More than 400,000 Atlanta and North Georgia residents, half of whom are children, either live with or are on the verge of hunger, and the number of families going to churches and food pantries seeking help to feed their families has increased approximately 10 percent over the past year.

Alimentation Couche-Tard announces its second quarter results

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:30:47 GMT

CNW Group - For its second quarter, Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. announces net earnings of $88.2 million, down $9.4 million or 9.6%, mainly a result of a 9.10 cents per gallon decrease in motor fuel gross margins in the United States, an estimated impact of more than $65 million before income taxes.

Research and Markets: The Top 10 Snacks Companies: Emerging Opportunities, Growth Strategies and Financial Performance for 2008 - 2013

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:30:23 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/52dd09/the_top_10_snacks) has announced the addition of the "The Top 10 Snacks Companies: Emerging Opportunities, Growth Strategies and Financial Performance" report to their offering.

Photos: Eat, Drink and Be Merry With Mirassou Winery

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:00:14 GMT

PRNewswire - The holidays are the quintessential time to enjoy and share wine. In fact, the right wine adds elegance...

Uno Chicago Grill(R) Simplifies Holiday Gift Giving With New Personalized Gift Cards; Great Last-Minute Gift for the Holidays

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:35:38 GMT

PRNewswire - Economy got you down? Get creative this holiday season! Uno Chicago GrillÂ®, the nation's first casual-dining chain to offer a virtual gift card, is adding a personal touch to its holiday gift card selection by giving people an option to personalize their card with a photo or company logo.

MTS Allstream Sources Local Food and Beverage Producers for 2009 Allstream Global Forum: An Evening with Vice President Al Gore

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:35:07 GMT

CNW Group - In the spirit of the 2009 Allstream Global Forum: An Evening with Vice President Al Gore, an event that explores the evolution of the clean economy being held November 24 at the Allstream Centre, Toronto, menu selections have been sourced from local food and beverage producers wherever possible.

Newman's Own,® Inc. Donates Frozen Pizza to Feed More Than 300,000 People Through Feeding America's Network of Food Banks

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:28:28 GMT

Business Wire - Newman’s Own, Inc. announced today the successful distribution of more than 100,000 Newman’s Own Thin & Crispy Crust frozen pizzas to the Feeding America network of food banks.

Research and Markets: Confectionery in Denmark

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:13:49 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/bd3992/confectionery_in_d) has announced the addition of the "Confectionery in Denmark" report to their offering.

Steffi Graf and TEEKANNE Herbal Wellness Tea Launch 'Win a Wellness Weekend In Las Vegas' Sweepstakes (www.favoritetea.com) Promoting Wellness & Healt

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:13:07 GMT

PRNewswire - As more and more consumers strive to maintain a truly healthy lifestyle, TEEKANNE Herbal Wellness Teas and tennis legend Steffi Graf have teamed up to launch "Win a Wellness Weekend" (www.f avoritetea.com), an exciting sweepstakes whereby three lucky winners and their guests will experience a rejuvenating wellness weekend in Las Vegas, Nev., with Steffi Graf.

BullMarket.com Updates Outlook on Coffee Stocks

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:11:07 GMT

PRNewswire - BullMarket.com (http:/ /www.bullmarket.com), an online investment newsletter focused on long-term growth and income-generating stocks, has provided subscribers with coverage of several coffee stocks, including Diedrich (Nasdaq: DDRX), Green Mountain Coffee (Nasdaq: GMCR), and Peet's Coffee & Tea (Nasdaq: PEET), and it will look at Starbucks (Nasdaq: SBUX) in today's issue.

Sanderson Farms to Participate in J.P. Morgan SMid Cap Investor Conference

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:05:43 GMT

Business Wire - Sanderson Farms, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAFM) today announced that management will participate in the J.P.

Research and Markets: Dairy Products in India

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:04:35 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/64b32f/dairy_products_in) has announced the addition of the "Dairy Products in India" report to their offering.

Research and Markets: South Africa Food and Drink Report Q4 2009

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:58:17 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/e5b95b/south_africa_food) has announced the addition of the "South Africa Food and Drink Report Q4 2009" report to their offering.

Skinny Nutritional Corp. Upgrades Distribution Network with the Addition of Canada Dry Delaware Valley

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:56:32 GMT

Business Wire - Skinny Nutritional Corp. (OTCBB: SKNY), the maker of Skinny Water® and a leader in the zero-calorie enhanced water category, announced today that it has entered into a distribution agreement with Pennsauken, NJ-based Canada Dry Delaware Valley.

Video: Anheuser-Busch Asks Adults Nationwide: 'Wanna Go Home with Me Tonight?'

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:52:27 GMT

PRNewswire - With countless holiday office parties, home celebrations and festive get-togethers at bars and restaurants, it's always a good idea to include a designated driver as part of the party planning.

Coca-Cola Zero Announces Global Film Partnership with James Camerons Avatar

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:47:28 GMT

Business Wire - The Coca-Cola Company today announced its Coca-Cola Zero brand has partnered with Twentieth Century Fox on a major global promotional campaign for James Cameron’s epic-adventure film AVATAR.

HealthFocus® Study Reveals Significant Impact on Shopping Patterns among High Income Consumers

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:33:17 GMT

Business Wire - A recent HealthFocus® International (HFI) study reveals that cutting costs has expanded into higher income groups; namely, those with annual incomes upwards of $75,000.