That is a picture of a vending machine that cooks pizza. That doesn’t mean the vending machine grabs a frozen pizza and zaps it: it actually mixes flour, water, tomato sauce and fresh ingredients to make a fresh pizza in about 3 minutes. Read more…
Italy is currently the world’s biggest consumer of wine… But not for long. By 2012, the United States will overtake Italy. And China and Russia will soon overtake Spain, which is a country whose history is associated with this alcohol. Read more…
Beer is more than just a chaser. Bartenders are starting to use beer as an ingredient in mixed drinks, as it is a unique flavor. This may even class-up this alcohol’s reputation. Read more…
Monroe, WI (PRWEB) May 20, 2008 — With food prices on the rise across the country, it’s important to get the most flavor and value out of your summer meat purchases. Gary Schwager, President of The Tender Filet, a leading purveyor of quality meats-by-mail, offers beef lovers three simple tips on how to get the most taste from the grill this summer. These helpful hints will assure that every bite of beef tastes as good as–if not better than–the last when grill lovers kick off the summer grilling season this Memorial Day.
1. “When buying beef, look for meat that has been appropriately aged. While you might think aging beef sounds strange, it’s during this process that the juices are absorbed into the meat, enhancing the flavor and tenderizing the steaks.” The Tender Filet consistently ages its beef for 21-28 days to achieve the most tender, flavorful meats available online and by catalog.
When buying beef, look for meat that has been appropriately aged. While you might think aging beef sounds strange, it’s during this process that the juices are absorbed into the meat, enhancing the flavor and tenderizing the steaks.
2. “Another important consideration is the cut–you don’t go just anywhere to get your hair cut and the same goes for meat. Experienced meat buyers know they get more use and flavor out of their beef if it’s cut to restaurant-quality specifications. Most meats found in supermarkets are not cut with that level of care and can be less economical due to increased waste.” The Tender Filet’s average meat cutter has 15 years of cutting experience.
3. “A final tip is to plan meals ahead of time and buy meat in larger quantities to take advantage of deals. For holidays like Memorial Day, we find customers buy in large amounts so they can portion use throughout the summer. To make this easier for our customers, The Tender Filet offers a credit plan with low monthly payments for ease of shopping.”
For more information or to order from The Tender Filet, visit Tenderfilet.com or call 1-800-228-1214 for a catalog.
DES MOINES, Iowa, April 17 /PRNewswire/ — A recent survey of more than 1,000 chefs across the country reveals: Latin American cuisine is one of the “hottest” ethnic cuisines in 2008(1). Cinco de Mayo, a holiday that historically celebrates the defeat of the French army by the Mexicans at the Battle of Puebla in 1862, has fast become one of America’s most popular occasions for general celebration and entertaining. It is the perfect occasion to bring the dynamic flavor of Latin food to your family’s dinner table.
To help home cooks create their own Latin fanfare at home, the National Pork Board has teamed up with entertaining experts and co-authors of Latin Chic: Entertaining with Style and Sass, Carolina Buia and Isabel Gonzalez, to offer tips for Cinco de Mayo cooking and entertaining.
“Requiring little preparation, pork is the ideal menu choice for Latin cuisine because the wide arrays of cuts are versatile enough to pair with nearly every flavor,” said Buia. “For example, pork chops or tenderloins can be paired with pre-made fruit or vegetable-based salsas and spice rubs with Caribbean and Latin themes.” Pork’s role in New World cuisine dates back to 1539, when Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto landed in Tampa Bay, Fla. with America’s first 13 pigs, beginning a flavorful tradition that we continue to enjoy today.
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“The secret to spicing up mealtime with Latin-style dishes is choosing simple, yet delicious dishes. Pork recipes are the perfect fit — preparation is as easy as uno, dos, tres so you spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your family and friends,” said Gonzalez.
Buia and Gonzalez created two recipes that incorporate the spirited flavor of Mexican street-food fare and require less than 45 minutes in the kitchen:
— Velveted Pork Tacos — a unique and fun alternative to traditional
chicken or beef tacos; the self-serve style of this dish makes it the
perfect choice for feeding the family or a large crowd!
— Pork Medallions with Mirasol and Cherry Cream Sauce — not only do the
moist pork tenderloin medallions meld the piquant bite of Peruvian
Mirasol peppers with the candied hint of dried cherries, but pork
tenderloin is the leanest cut of pork with only 2.98 grams of fat per
3-ounce serving, making it as lean as a skinless chicken breast.
Serve these delicious pork dishes with grilled corn on the cob with chipotle butter or black beans garnished with cilantro.
Fixings for a Fabulous Fiesta
In addition to eating with zing, set the mood for your Latin-infused dinner by creating a fun atmosphere with these do-it-yourself decor tips from Buia and Gonzalez.
— Charming Centerpieces — For a truly special table presentation, place
several de-stemmed Hibiscus flowers in large, shallow bowls filled with
water. Hibiscus flowers are everywhere in Mexico and are often found
growing in front and back yards.
— Enjoyable Ambiance — Play some regional music and decorate with
festive lights to create the perfect Latin setting.
— Tricks and Treats — Close the night with a pinata for a truly
memorable fiesta, for adults and kids alike!
These recipes and entertaining tips are perfect for Cinco de Mayo (May 5), Mexican Independence Day (Sept. 16) or any occasion throughout the year.
For more inspirational recipe ideas and Latin American entertaining tips, visit TheOtherWhiteMeat.com. Photography for the recipes mentioned above are available for download within the Internet Press Kit and/or upon request.
(1) National Restaurant Association. “What’s Hot, What’s Not” chef
survey, Dec. 2007 (survey addressed hot cuisine for 2008)
MARINA DEL RAY, CA and NEW YORK, NY–(Marketwire - March 21, 2008) - Waterlicious, Inc., a healthy kids water company and leading supplier of vitamin and fiber-enhanced, flavored water designed specifically for the taste profile of children, announces the release of the first Latin Kids Water under the brand name Agualicious™ — a vitamin and fiber-enhanced, healthy flavored water designed with a fun theme for children!
Josephine Infante, President and CEO of the Hunts Point Economic Development Corporation, Bronx, NYC, and a Corporate Advisor to Waterlicious, Inc., said: “This is a great product that is specially formulated to address the critical need in our community for healthy water for our active children. The phrase ‘Agua Soludable Para los Ninos’ clearly reflects the nutritional superiority of the product.”
“Agualicious™ is positioned to service the vitamin and fiber-enhanced water needs of children in the Latino community and be part of the solution to poor nutrition,” said David A. Hinson, President of Waterlicious, Inc. In addition to the standard enhanced fiber content in all Waterlicious products, the Sports version of the product — Agualicious deporte — contains electrolytes which are necessary ingredients for healthy nutrition and hydration of active kids due to its signature fortified content of essential vitamins: calcium, magnesium, potassium and trace amounts of sodium, with no high-fructose sugar.
About Waterlicious, Inc.
Waterlicious, Inc. is the leading global supplier of vitamin and fiber-enhanced, healthy, flavored water designed specifically for the taste profile of children. The Company is rapidly establishing a niche in the enhanced-water industry with exciting hydration products that are in compliance with, or exceed FDA standards, and a network of strong strategic partnerships for efficient production and distribution. The flagship product, Waterlicious™ was launched in the fourth quarter of 2007. The new products Agualicious™ and the Latinkidswater™ brands are geared towards the Latino/Hispanic market. Other products include Pediatricwater™, launched in the 1st quarter of 2008. Additional products are in the development pipeline for introduction to the market, building upon the market penetration of Waterlicious™ as well as a highly robust regimen of intellectual property rights of more than 300 domain names and trademarks owned by Waterlicious, Inc. For more information, visit www.waterlicious.com.
LOS ANGELES, CA–(Marketwire - March 14, 2008) - GO3, an associated company of Findus Ltd., a leading supplier of premium quality frozen meals and fish in the United Kingdom, announced the launch of its GO3 line of healthier-for-you and family-friendly products in partnership with international soccer star David Beckham. Omega-3 fish oil supplements for adults and children, the first in a series of GO3 brand products to be introduced in the U.S. market, are now available for purchase online at www.go3.com.
According to the Center for Disease Control, an estimated 17% of U.S. children are overweight or obese, driven by inactivity and poor eating habits. GO3 Omega-3 fish oil supplements will help American consumers address growing concern over getting enough beneficial Omega-3 oils in the diet which has been shown to improve circulation, learning and concentration as well as promote healthy joints and skin. GO3 Omega-3 fish oil supplements for adults are developed from a 100-year-old Norwegian recipe derived from anchovy and sardines and made from fish meat.
Helping to introduce a line of family-friendly health supplement products to American consumers, David Beckham has teamed up with GO3 to help motivate kids and families lead more active and healthy lifestyles. As a firm believer and supporter of healthy living habits on and off the field, Mr. Beckham was attracted to the GO3 product line because of the company’s commitment to offering a range of family-friendly, healthy lifestyle products.
Pricing and Availability
A 30-day supply of GO3 Omega-3 fish oil supplements, in unique adult and junior formulas, are available for $21.95. Shipping and handling plus applicable sales tax will be added based on order size and state of residence. GO3 Original Omega-3 fish oil supplements are available in packages of 60 individually-sealed capsules made from vegetarian-friendly fish gelatin. GO3 Junior Chewable Omega-3 fish oil supplements are available in packages of 60 individually-sealed capsules. Each chewable strawberry flavored capsule is enclosed in fun soccer field-illustrated blister packaging.
For easy online shopping and more information on GO3, as well as helpful information about consumer health topics and fun, family activities to promote higher physical activity levels and better food choices, visit: http://www.go3.com.
BOISE, ID–(Marketwire - March 11, 2008) - What will be your child’s greatest health risk in school be this year: dehydration or obesity? It’s likely that they will be affected by both.
According to national statistics, the numbers of heat-related deaths among middle school, high school and college football players last year were at their highest level since 1936, with a total of 19 football-related deaths due to dehydration in 2006 alone.
When it comes to hydration drinks, the choices seem endless, from newfangled electrolyte and vitamin enhanced water to the “old” standby sports drinks. While these drinks may claim to combat dehydration and enhance energy, are the high fructose corn syrups in these drinks worth the risk when it comes to an even bigger health crisis?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 9 million children ages 6-19 are overweight or obese, a number that has tripled since 1980.
But a Boise company plans to take on the challenge of dehydration and obesity with their natural hydration beverage called ReddRox. The product was developed out of the vision of the company’s founder, Lisa Marie, who says they are aware of the competition when it comes to sports drink giants, but remain confident in their unique formulation and bigger mission to get children to pass on sugar laden drinks.
“We were determined to find a healthier hydration drink that wasn’t loaded with high fructose corn syrup, additives or artificial dyes,” says Marie, who has partnered with many professional athletes who have been testing the product for the past couple of years and providing feedback on performance. “We have a real childhood obesity crisis in this country, so as a parent it became my personal goal to find a better option.”
Marie worked with Dr. Marc S. Micozzi to find a hydration alternative. They found the answer in a South African plant that natives refer to as “red bush” and that local athletes were using as a hydration drink. They developed a way to crystallize the African red bush into granules that are 100-percent water soluble.
ReddRox is naturally caffeine free, and contains no sugars, calories, additives, preservatives, oxalic acid or colorants and contains the antioxidants of green tea without the unpleasant diuretic effect. But the key is that it adds back the natural minerals and electrolytes needed for hydration.
“What most Americans don’t know is that most bottle and tap water is sterile which means they have removed the contaminants but by doing this they also removed the natural electrolytes and minerals required to hydrate the body on a cellular level,” says Micozzi. “Drinking sterile water daily can wash out electrolytes from your body.”
Many professional football trainers who have used ReddRox as part of their athlete’s regimen say they have observed increased stamina in their training and performance.
Gary Craner, Boise State University head athletic trainer, says he has seen good results with athletes who have tried the drink. Craner said it’s always a challenge to get athletes to drink enough water but that hasn’t been the case with ReddRox.
“We started putting ReddRox in the water and the players started drinking a lot more,” Craner says. “As a result the student athletes have experienced little cramping that normally takes place when athletes don’t drink enough water.”
Over 100 professional football players are drinking ReddRox. It can be purchased at health food stores and online at: http://www.reddrox.com.
GLENDALE, CA–(Marketwire - March 3, 2008) - With new items that include Beezlenut Splash, Who-Cakes and Green Eggs & Ham, IHOP has created a menu that will be loved by any Dr. Seuss fan! IHOP, one of America’s favorite restaurants for breakfast, lunch and dinner, has partnered with the new feature film from Twentieth Century Fox Animation, “Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who!,” to bring Dr. Seuss’ imaginative journey of Horton the Elephant to IHOP restaurants throughout the U.S. From March 3 through April 20, IHOP restaurants will add four new Horton-themed menu items — Beezlenut Splash, Who-Cakes, Mayor’s Breakfast and Jo-jo’s Kid’s Breakfast. The new film opens at theaters nationwide on March 14.
“Generations have cherished Dr. Seuss’ books for more than 50 years, and the IHOP team has had great fun referencing his imaginative work to create some of our most original products ever,” said Carolyn O’Keefe, IHOP’s senior vice president, marketing. “IHOP’s new Horton-themed menu items combine the unique, craveable items IHOP is famous for with some of the best-loved creative and playful themes from Dr. Seuss’ stories.”
Who-Cakes, named after the “Whos” who live on a speck of dust, are a colorful stack of IHOP’s shortcake pancakes in all shapes and sizes covered with real boysenberry and blueberry glaze, rainbow chocolate chips and a pink lollipop.
The Mayor’s Breakfast includes a clever play on Dr. Seuss’ legendary “green eggs & ham” — eggs scrambled with spinach, ham strips, hash browns and a choice of Who-Cakes or IHOP’s original buttermilk pancakes.
Horton stands by the motto that “a person’s a person, no matter how small,” so for smaller appetites, Jo-jo’s Kid’s Breakfast offers a smaller stack of Who-Cakes, one scrambled green egg and a ham strip.
Adventurous guests can wash it all down with a wiggly jiggly Beezlenut Splash, a thirst-quenching treat of lemon-lime soda with cubes of floating Cherry and Berry Blue Jell-O®.
Each of the four Horton-themed dishes at IHOP is inspired by the film and favorite stories from Dr. Seuss. A “who’s who” of comedy, led by Jim Carrey and Steve Carell, bring to life Dr. Seuss’ beloved “Horton Hears A Who!” An imaginative elephant named Horton (Carrey) hears a faint cry for help coming from a tiny speck of dust floating through the air. Although Horton doesn’t know it yet, that speck houses an entire city named Who-ville, inhabited by the microscopic Whos, led by the Mayor (Carell). Despite being ridiculed and threatened by his neighbors who think he has lost his mind, Horton is determined to save the particle… because “a person’s a person no matter how small.”
The IHOP promotion is supported by an integrated marketing effort that includes a national television commercial, in-restaurant materials and online elements that bring the spirit of “Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who!” alive for IHOP guests. NMA Entertainment & Marketing worked closely with IHOP in the execution and creation of online and other promotional elements.
For more information or to find an IHOP restaurant near you, please visit www.ihop.com.
ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 25 /PRNewswire/ — Did you make grand plans to eat healthier and exercise more in 2008 but still find yourself having a soda and cold pizza for breakfast? Well, it is never too late to implement your New Year’s resolutions and Sun Shower(TM) has a variety of 100% Nectarine Juices that can help you have a healthier 2008.
“It’s not too late to have a healthy and great 2008,” said Chris New, founder, chairman and CEO of NBI Juiceworks, producers and distributors of Sun Shower(TM) 100% Nectarine Juices. “Sun Shower(TM) 100% Nectarine Juices are a great way to add vitamins and nutrients to your diet. Just by drinking eight ounces of Sun Shower(TM) a day, you will be getting the equivalent of two servings of fruit which is 40 percent of the recommended daily fruit consumption.”
Sun Shower(TM) Nectarine Juices have many health and nutritional benefits:
— “Pure Pressed Process” yields 100% pure nectarine juice
— No added sugar or preservatives
— High in potassium, vitamin C, antioxidants and phyto-nutrients
— Rich in beta carotene
— Fat free, cholesterol free and less acidic than ordinary orange juice
— Smooth, light, and refreshing; easy to drink all day long
— Only 90 calories per 8 ounce serving
— 8 ounces of Sun Shower(TM) juice a day equals two servings of fruit
— Contains malic acid which helps muscle function
Currently available in two sizes, convenient 12 oz. and 28 oz. containers, the eight flavors in the Sun Shower(TM) line are Nectarine, Nectarine Berry, Nectarine Mango, Nectarine Acai, Nectarine Pomegranate, Nectarine Cranberry, Nectarine Grape Orange and Turbo-G Superfood. Sun Shower(TM) 100% Nectarine Juices are found in the produce section of major retailers.
About NBI Juiceworks
NBI Juiceworks(TM) (New Beverage Insights Juiceworks(TM), LLLP) produces and distributes the world’s only super premium line of pure pressed nectarine juices, Sun Shower(TM). Using its exclusive (method of use patent pending) juice extracting and bottle filling process, Sun Shower(TM) captures the full flavor, color, and nutrient value of fresh California-grown nectarines. Although the company was founded in Orlando, Fla. in 2005, the NBI Juiceworks executive team has over 150 years of combined management experience in the juice and beverage industry. For more information, visit http://www.nbijuiceworks.com.
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