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Consumer Foodservice in Hong Kong, China

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The Consumer Foodservice in Hong Kong report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level. It provides foodservice sales, the number of outlets and the number of transactions by sector, allowing you to identify the foodservice sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, the leading brands and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market - be they eating habits, lifestyle changes, tourism spending or legislative issues. Forecasts to 2012 illustrate how the market is set to change.

Sector coverage includes: cafes/bars, full-service restaurants, fast food, 100% home delivery/takeaway, self-service cafeterias, street stalls/kiosks

Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts)

Why buy this report?

* Get a detailed picture of the consumer electronics industry;

* Pinpoint growth sectors and trends and identify factors driving change;

* Understand the competitive environment and the market's major players;

* Use five-year forecasts to assess how the market is predicted to develop.

Consumer Foodservice in Hong Kong, China

Euromonitor International

November 2009

List of Contents and Tables

Executive Summary

Higher Input Costs Drive Value Growth in 2008

Financial Crisis Dampens Value Growth

Cafe De Coral Leads in Both Consumer and Business Trends

Standalone Locations Lose Share To Retail and Lodging

Expansion Plans for the Forecast Period

Key Trends and Developments

Poor Economic Conditions Dampen Consumer Spending

Renewed Interest in Traditional Food

Healthy Eating Culture Promoted at All Levels

International Franchisees Continue To Enter Hong Kong

Social Enterprises Serve Up More Than Good Food and Service

Appendix

Published Data Comparisons

Table 1 Consumer Expenditure on Consumer Foodservice 2003 - 2008

Operating Environment

Franchising

Market Data

Table 2 Units, Transactions and Value Sales in Consumer Foodservice: 2003-2008

Table 3 Units, Transactions and Value Sales in Consumer Foodservice: % Growth 2003-2008

Table 4 Consumer Foodservice by Independent Vs Chained Outlets: Units/Outlets 2008

Table 5 Consumer Foodservice by Eat in Vs Takeaway 2008

Table 6 Consumer Foodservice by Food Vs Drinks Split 2008

Table 7 Sales in Consumer Foodservice by Location 2003-2008

Table 8 Leading Chained Consumer Foodservice Brands by Number of Units 2008

Table 9 Chained Consumer Foodservice Company Shares 2004-2008

Table 10 Chained Consumer Foodservice Brand Shares 2005-2008

Table 11 Forecast Units, Transactions and Value Sales in Consumer Foodservice: 2008-2013

Table 12 Forecast Units, Transactions and Value Sales in Consumer Foodservice: % Growth 2008-2013

Definitions

Summary 1 Research Sources

Café De Coral Holdings Ltd

Strategic Direction

Key Facts

Summary 2 Café de Coral Holdings Ltd: Key Facts

Summary 3 Café de Coral Holdings Ltd: Operational Indicators

Company Background

Competitive Positioning

Summary 4 Cafe de Coral Holdings Ltd: Competitive Position 2008

Delifrance (hk) Ltd

Strategic Direction

Key Facts

Summary 5 Delifrance (HK) Ltd: Key Facts

Summary 6 Delifrance (HK) Ltd: Operational Indicators

Company Background

Competitive Positioning

Summary 7 Delifrance (HK) Ltd: Competitive Position 2008

Ocean Empire International Ltd

Strategic Direction

Key Facts

Summary 8 Ocean Empire International Ltd: Key Facts

Summary 9 Ocean Empire International Ltd: Operational Indicators

Company Background

Competitive Positioning

Summary 10 Ocean Empire International Ltd: Competitive Position 2008

Tao Heung Holdings Ltd

Strategic Direction

Key Facts

Summary 11 Tao Heung Holdings Ltd: Key Facts

Summary 12 Tao Heung Holdings Ltd: Operational Indicators

Company Background

Competitive Positioning

Watami (china) Co Ltd

Strategic Direction

Key Facts

Summary 13 Watami (China) Co Ltd: Key Facts

Summary 14 Watami (China) Co Ltd: Operational Indicators

Company Background

Competitive Positioning

Headlines

Competitive Landscape

Prospects

Sector Data

Table 13 Cafes/Bars by Subsector: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 14 Cafes/Bars by Subsector: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 15 Cafes/Bars by Subsector: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 16 Cafes/Bars by Subsector: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 17 Cafes/Bars by Subsector: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 18 Cafes/Bars by Subsector: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 19 Global Brand Owner Shares of Chained Cafes/Bars 2004-2008

Table 20 Brand Shares of Chained Cafes/Bars 2005-2008

Table 21 Forecast Sales in Cafes/Bars by Subsector: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 22 Forecast Sales in Cafes/Bars by Subsector: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 23 Forecast Sales in Cafes/Bars by Subsector: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 24 Forecast Sales in Cafes/Bars by Subsector: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 25 Forecast Sales in Cafes/Bars by Subsector: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 26 Forecast Sales in Cafes/Bars by Subsector: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Headlines

Competitive Landscape

Prospects

Sector Data

Table 27 FSR by Subsector: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 28 FSR by Subsector: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 29 FSR by Subsector: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 30 FSR by Subsector: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 31 FSR by Subsector: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 32 FSR by Subsector: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 33 Global Brand Owner Shares of Chained FSR 2004-2008

Table 34 Brand Shares of Chained FSR 2005-2008

Table 35 Forecast Sales in FSR by Subsector: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 36 Forecast Sales in FSR by Subsector: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 37 Forecast Sales in FSR by Subsector: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 38 Forecast Sales in FSR by Subsector: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 39 Forecast Sales in FSR by Subsector: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 40 Forecast Sales in FSR by Subsector: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Headlines

Competitive Landscape

Prospects

Sector Data

Table 41 Fast Food by Subsector: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 42 Fast Food by Subsector: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 43 Fast Food by Subsector: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 44 Fast Food by Subsector: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 45 Fast Food by Subsector: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 46 Fast Food by Subsector: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 47 Sales of Bakery Products Fast Food by Type 2006-2008

Table 48 Global Brand Owner Shares of Chained Fast Food 2004-2008

Table 49 Brand Shares of Chained Fast Food 2005-2008

Table 50 Forecast Sales in Fast Food by Subsector: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 51 Forecast Sales in Fast Food by Subsector: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 52 Forecast Sales in Fast Food by Subsector: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 53 Forecast Sales in Fast Food by Subsector: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 54 Forecast Sales in Fast Food by Subsector: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 55 Forecast Sales in Fast Food by Subsector: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Headlines

Competitive Landscape

Prospects

Sector Data

Table 56 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 57 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 58 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: Foodservice Value 2008

Table 59 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 60 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 61 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 62 Global Brand Owner Shares of Chained 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway 2004-2008

Table 63 Brand Shares of Chained 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway 2005-2008

Table 64 Forecast Sales in 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 65 Forecast Sales in 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 66 Forecast Sales in 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 67 Forecast Sales in 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 68 Forecast Sales in 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 69 Forecast Sales in 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Headlines

Competitive Landscape

Prospects

Headlines

Competitive Landscape

Prospects

Sector Data

Table 70 Street Stalls/Kiosks: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 71 Street Stalls/Kiosks: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 72 Street Stalls/Kiosks: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 73 Street Stalls/Kiosks: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 74 Street Stalls/Kiosks: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 75 Street Stalls/Kiosks: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 76 Forecast Sales in Street Stalls/Kiosks: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 77 Forecast Sales in Street Stalls/Kiosks: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 78 Forecast Sales in Street Stalls/Kiosks: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 79 Forecast Sales in Street Stalls/Kiosks: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 80 Forecast Sales in Street Stalls/Kiosks: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 81 Forecast Sales in Street Stalls/Kiosks: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Headlines

Competitive Landscape

Prospects

Sector Data

Table 82 Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 83 Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 84 Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 85 Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 86 Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 87 Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 88 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 89 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 90 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 91 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 92 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 93 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 94 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 95 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 96 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 97 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 98 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 99 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 100 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 101 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 102 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 103 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 104 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 105 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 106 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 107 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 108 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 109 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 110 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 111 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 112 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 113 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 114 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 115 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 116 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 117 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 118 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 119 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 120 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 121 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 122 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 123 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Table 124 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 125 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 126 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 127 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 128 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 129 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Table 130 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 131 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 132 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 133 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 134 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 135 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Table 136 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 137 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 138 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 139 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 140 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 141 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Table 142 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 143 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 144 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 145 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 146 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 147 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Table 148 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 149 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 150 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 151 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 152 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 153 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

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Sandridge Food Corporation announced on December 4, 2009, they have attained certification as a Safe Quality Food (SQF) 2000 Level 2 Food Manufacturer by the independent certifying body, SAI Global.  Sandridge Food Corporation was awarded an Excellent (E) Rating of 97.83%, the highest level of compliance.

The SQF Institute, a division of the Food Marketing Institute (FMI), is a leading global food safety and quality certification body which maintains programs and management systems designed to meet the needs of buyers and suppliers worldwide. It provides independent certification that a supplier's food safety and quality management system complies with international and domestic food safety regulations. This certification enables suppliers to assure customers that their products have been produced, processed, prepared and handled according to the highest possible standards.

SQF is designed as a food safety program, but it also covers product quality, a feature that is unique to a certification program of this type. Assuring consistent quality and meeting buyer specifications are important aspects of the buyer-supplier relationship. SQF certification is supported by an increasing number of U.S. and international retailers and food service providers who express a preference for suppliers who implement HACCP-based (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) food safety and quality management systems.

"For several years, we have had a multi-departmental team approach, consisting of the highest levels of management, which drives food safety and quality throughout our organization," says Mark Sandridge, chief executive officer at Sandridge Food Corporation.  "We provide our associates with continuing training and education because we recognize that all of our associates at every level have a major impact on safety, quality and the ultimate satisfaction for our customers."

About Sandridge Food Corporation

For more than 50 years, Sandridge Food Corporation, a family-owned refrigerated foods manufacturer located in Medina, Ohio, has produced fresh deli salads, soups, entrees, desserts, sauces and dips for the food service and retail sectors.  A leader in the refrigerated foods industry in North America, Sandridge has built its rich heritage by having an unparalleled commitment to food safety, culinary excellence and world-class customer service. We consistently uphold our Brand Promise: To always provide unrivaled fresh foods with consistent hand-made quality that enhances the reputation of our customers.  

Sandridge Food Corporation continues to lead the refrigerated foods industry by innovating and discovering solutions for our customers. Our products are produced in a state-of-the-art facility using cutting edge technologies and equipment. We are a USDA-certified production facility, staffed by a highly decorated culinary team.  Along with our extensive line of proven and successful fresh, refrigerated salads, soups and entrees, we have the flexibility and unique ability to customize signature fresh dishes and develop proprietary recipes for our customers, via our research and development department--staffed with a very experienced team of accredited chefs and food scientists.  

SOURCE Sandridge Food Corporation

Chocolate is the number one candy to exchange on February 14 for its heart-winning benefits, according to the National Confectioners Association's Chocolate Council. Known to prompt amorous feelings in both men and women, chocolate is the natural elixir of love.

More than good for winning hearts, research continues to show that cocoa and chocolate may offer benefits to support a heart-healthy lifestyle. Packed with healthy antioxidants, cocoa has been deemed a super fruit in its natural state – this means it contains many nutrients that promote good health in a variety of ways.

"Research shows that we have even more reasons to love chocolate and share it with friends and family as a token of affection," said Susan Smith, senior vice president at NCA and a spokesperson for the Chocolate Council. "From its smooth, creamy texture to its decadent flavor, chocolate sparks happiness while providing benefits that you and your loved ones can feel good about enjoying on Valentine's Day."

Cacao beans, the seed of the fruit from the cacao tree, are rich in flavanols. Flavonoids are compounds also found in fruits, vegetables and certain beverages such as tea, red wine and grape juice. Research over the past decade has identified the flavonoids found in cocoa and chocolate as showing positive antioxidant effects. Flavonoid-rich diets are also associated with a decreased risk of heart disease and stroke. While pure cacao from raw cacao beans would provide the most direct benefits, nutritionists report that cacao as found in chocolate supports these health benefits.

And, new research indicates chocolate and cocoa may benefit your body and mind overall. In fact, according to NCA's 2009 Industry Trends Report, leading industry experts say we'll start to enjoy even more benefits of cocoa in the next few years:

• Skin care products will be the next big market expansion when it comes to non-edible cocoa products, experts forecast.
• Nearly one in two experts say consumers can expect to see more research into the potential health benefits of milk and dark chocolate, including exploration of naturally occurring cocoa compounds and positive effects on mood and blood pressure levels.
• Chocolate and cocoa will pop up more frequently as a key ingredient in main courses to enhance flavors alongside salmon, chicken and steak, as reported by 73 percent of experts.

This Valentine's Day, melt hearts and win over your Valentine with the natural love potion, chocolate. This organic food can be enjoyed in many heart-healthy, sweet or savory forms in addition to traditional confections. For example, try dipping fruit and nuts into melted dark chocolate, spooning cocoa powder into your coffee or a low fat glass of milk, sprinkling cocoa on top of cereal, salad or yogurt, or feature chocolate and cocoa as a special ingredient in a delicious romantic dinner recipe. Or delight your sweetheart with cocoa used in non-tradition ways, such as cocoa infused skin care products, lotions and soaps. For more ideas and sweet and savory recipes using chocolate and cocoa, visit www.candyusa.com.

About the National Confectioners Association (NCA): Founded in 1884 in Chicago by representatives of 69 confectionery manufacturing firms, the National Confectioners Association is one of the oldest, most respected trade associations in the world. Today NCA has more than 600 members and is the major association representing the entire confectionery industry, offering education and leadership in manufacturing, technical research, public relations, retailing practices, government relations and statistical analyses. NCA fosters industry growth by advancing and promoting the interests of the confectionery industry, its customers and its consumers.

About the Chocolate Council: NCA's Chocolate Council was created in 2008 to provide a coordinated voice between U.S. chocolate users and manufacturers to focus on unique issues related to chocolate and cocoa. The major U.S. cocoa processors along with many chocolate confectionery companies hold seats on the Council. The Council's mission is to foster industry growth by supporting a positive public perception of chocolate and cocoa; to support activities that increase consumption in a responsible manner and address threats to consumption of cocoa and chocolate products; to serve as an advocate on behalf of the industry; and to monitor the cocoa consumption and supply activities of trade, government and other organizations to ensure a consistent, global effort.

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Madison Sourdough announces the acquisition of the company by bakers Andrew Hutchison and David Lohrentz.  Former owner, Cameron Ramsay originally founded the Company on Williamson Street in 1994.  Ramsay is now writing a book about bread baking.  The business purchase was initiated in Aug. 2009, and completed prior to the holidays.  The acquisition included all equipment, formulas, inventory, rights to the name, web site, and the company's 20 year-old sourdough starter.

The new owners both studied at the University of Wisconsin.  Hutchison studied art prior to apprenticing at Madison Sourdough for four years.  Lohrentz has a graduate degree in Entrepreneurship, and previously worked in Madison as a commercial lender and a commercial real estate broker.  Hutchison's role will be as head of production and product development, while Lohrentz will be in charge of marketing and finance.

"This represents the chance of a lifetime," said Lohrentz.  "We want our bakers to tell a story about themselves through everything that we bake.  I believe that we have some intriguing stories to tell."

Since the acquisition, Madison Sourdough has added five new wholesale customers, Fromagination, Indie Coffee Shop, Cool Beans coffee shop, Cooper's Tavern, and Ironworks Cafe.  The company's bread and pastry are now available at 18 local coffee shops, 6 grocery stores and 14 restaurants.  Products are also available from the storefront at 6640 Mineral Point Road in the Clocktower Plaza, and from April through November at the Dane County Farmers Market and the West  Side Community market.

The new owners intend to remain a leading wholesale provider, while also becoming a more prominent retail bakery.  The company has recently developed more than a twenty new products, including Cracked Rye, Five-Grain Batard, Focaccia, Ciabatta, Cranberry-Walnut Boule, Apple Galette, Pear Galette, Chocolate Macaroons, with many more products in the works.

Web site: www.madisonsourdough.com

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Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue:

Consumer Foodservice in Thailand

http://www.reportlinker.com/p0173362/Consumer-Foodservice-in-Thailand.html

The Consumer Foodservice in Thailand report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level. It provides foodservice sales, the number of outlets and the number of transactions by sector, allowing you to identify the foodservice sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, the leading brands and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market - be they eating habits, lifestyle changes, tourism spending or legislative issues. Forecasts to 2012 illustrate how the market is set to change.

Sector coverage includes: cafes/bars, full-service restaurants, fast food, 100% home delivery/takeaway, self-service cafeterias, street stalls/kiosks

Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts)

Why buy this report?

* Get a detailed picture of the consumer electronics industry;

* Pinpoint growth sectors and trends and identify factors driving change;

* Understand the competitive environment and the market's major players;

* Use five-year forecasts to assess how the market is predicted to develop.

Consumer Foodservice in Thailand

Euromonitor International

November 2009

List of Contents and Tables

Executive Summary

Consumer Foodservice Sees Growth Slowdown in 2008

Aggressive Competitive Via Crm Campaign

Chained Operators Show Strong Growth in Fragmented Market

Retail Locations Continue To Increase in Importance

Improving Performance Anticipated Over Forecast Period

Key Trends and Developments

Cross-fusion Menu To Match With Thai Tastes

Growing in Popularity of Fast Casual Restaurants

Increasing Popularity of À La Carte Japanese Food

Crm Campaigns A Key Competitive Tool

Consumer Foodservice Offer Extends Beyond Food and Beverages

Market Data

Table 1 Units, Transactions and Value Sales in Consumer Foodservice: 2003-2008

Table 2 Units, Transactions and Value Sales in Consumer Foodservice: % Growth 2003-2008

Table 3 Consumer Foodservice by Independent Vs Chained Outlets: Units/Outlets 2008

Table 4 Consumer Foodservice by Eat in Vs Takeaway 2008

Table 5 Consumer Foodservice by Food Vs Drinks Split 2008

Table 6 Sales in Consumer Foodservice by Location 2003-2008

Table 7 Leading Chained Consumer Foodservice Brands by Number of Units 2008

Table 8 Chained Consumer Foodservice Company Shares 2004-2008

Table 9 Chained Consumer Foodservice Brand Shares 2005-2008

Table 10 Forecast Units, Transactions and Value Sales in Consumer Foodservice: 2008-2013

Table 11 Forecast Units, Transactions and Value Sales in Consumer Foodservice: % Growth 2008-2013

Appendix

Published Data Comparisons

Table 12 Number of business establishment by type 2001-2005

Operating Environment

Franchising

Definitions

Summary 1 Research Sources

Cp All Pcl

Strategic Direction

Key Facts

Summary 2 CP All PCL: Key Facts

Summary 3 CP All PCL: Operational Indicators

Company Background

Competitive Positioning

Summary 4 CP All PCL: Competitive Position 2008

Minor International Pcl

Strategic Direction

Key Facts

Summary 5 Minor International PCL: Key Facts

Summary 6 Minor International PCL: Operational Indicators

Company Background

Competitive Positioning

Summary 7 Minor International PCL: Competitive Position 2008

Mk Restaurants Co Ltd

Strategic Direction

Key Facts

Summary 8 MK Restaurants Co Ltd: Key Facts

Summary 9 MK Restaurants Co Ltd: Operational Indicators

Company Background

Competitive Positioning

Summary 10 MK Restaurants Co Ltd: Competitive Position 2008

Oishi Group Pcl

Strategic Direction

Key Facts

Summary 11 Oishi Group PCL: Key Facts

Summary 12 Oishi Group PCL: Operational Indicators

Company Background

Competitive Positioning

Summary 13 Oishi Group PCL: Competitive Position 2008

S & P Syndicate Pcl

Strategic Direction

Key Facts

Summary 14 S & P Syndicate PCL: Key Facts

Summary 15 S & P Syndicate PCL: Operational Indicators

Company Background

Competitive Positioning

Summary 16 S & P Syndicate PCL: Competitive Position 2008

Headlines

Competitive Landscape

Prospects

Sector Data

Table 13 Cafes/Bars by Subsector: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 14 Cafes/Bars by Subsector: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 15 Cafes/Bars by Subsector: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 16 Cafes/Bars by Subsector: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 17 Cafes/Bars by Subsector: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 18 Cafes/Bars by Subsector: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 19 Global Brand Owner Shares of Chained Cafes/Bars 2004-2008

Table 20 Brand Shares of Chained Cafes/Bars 2005-2008

Table 21 Forecast Sales in Cafes/Bars by Subsector: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 22 Forecast Sales in Cafes/Bars by Subsector: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 23 Forecast Sales in Cafes/Bars by Subsector: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 24 Forecast Sales in Cafes/Bars by Subsector: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 25 Forecast Sales in Cafes/Bars by Subsector: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 26 Forecast Sales in Cafes/Bars by Subsector: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Headlines

Competitive Landscape

Prospects

Sector Data

Table 27 FSR by Subsector: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 28 FSR by Subsector: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 29 FSR by Subsector: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 30 FSR by Subsector: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 31 FSR by Subsector: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 32 FSR by Subsector: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 33 Global Brand Owner Shares of Chained FSR 2004-2008

Table 34 Brand Shares of Chained FSR 2005-2008

Table 35 Forecast Sales in FSR by Subsector: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 36 Forecast Sales in FSR by Subsector: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 37 Forecast Sales in FSR by Subsector: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 38 Forecast Sales in FSR by Subsector: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 39 Forecast Sales in FSR by Subsector: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 40 Forecast Sales in FSR by Subsector: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Headlines

Competitive Landscape

Prospects

Sector Data

Table 41 Fast Food by Subsector: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 42 Fast Food by Subsector: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 43 Fast Food by Subsector: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 44 Fast Food by Subsector: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 45 Fast Food by Subsector: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 46 Fast Food by Subsector: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 47 Sales of Bakery Products Fast Food by Type 2006-2008

Table 48 Global Brand Owner Shares of Chained Fast Food 2004-2008

Table 49 Brand Shares of Chained Fast Food 2005-2008

Table 50 Forecast Sales in Fast Food by Subsector: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 51 Forecast Sales in Fast Food by Subsector: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 52 Forecast Sales in Fast Food by Subsector: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 53 Forecast Sales in Fast Food by Subsector: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 54 Forecast Sales in Fast Food by Subsector: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 55 Forecast Sales in Fast Food by Subsector: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Headlines

Competitive Landscape

Prospects

Sector Data

Table 56 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 57 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 58 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: Foodservice Value 2008

Table 59 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 60 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 61 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 62 Global Brand Owner Shares of Chained 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway 2004-2008

Table 63 Brand Shares of Chained 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway 2005-2008

Table 64 Forecast Sales in 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 65 Forecast Sales in 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 66 Forecast Sales in 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 67 Forecast Sales in 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 68 Forecast Sales in 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 69 Forecast Sales in 100% Home Delivery/Takeaway by Subsector: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

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Table 70 Self-service Cafeterias: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 71 Self-service Cafeterias: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 72 Self-service Cafeterias: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 73 Self-service Cafeterias: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 74 Self-service Cafeterias: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 75 Self-service Cafeterias: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 76 Global Brand Owner Shares of Chained Self-service Cafeterias 2004-2008

Table 77 Brand Shares of Chained Self-service Cafeterias 2005-2008

Table 78 Forecast Sales in Self-service Cafeterias: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 79 Forecast Sales in Self-service Cafeterias: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 80 Forecast Sales in Self-service Cafeterias: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 81 Forecast Sales in Self-service Cafeterias: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 82 Forecast Sales in Self-service Cafeterias: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 83 Forecast Sales in Self-service Cafeterias: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

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Table 84 Street Stalls/Kiosks: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 85 Street Stalls/Kiosks: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 86 Street Stalls/Kiosks: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 87 Street Stalls/Kiosks: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 88 Street Stalls/Kiosks: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 89 Street Stalls/Kiosks: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 90 Global Brand Owner Shares of Chained Street Stalls/Kiosks 2004-2008

Table 91 Brand Shares of Chained Street Stalls/Kiosks 2005-2008

Table 92 Forecast Sales in Street Stalls/Kiosks: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 93 Forecast Sales in Street Stalls/Kiosks: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 94 Forecast Sales in Street Stalls/Kiosks: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 95 Forecast Sales in Street Stalls/Kiosks: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 96 Forecast Sales in Street Stalls/Kiosks: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 97 Forecast Sales in Street Stalls/Kiosks: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

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Table 98 Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 99 Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 100 Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 101 Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 102 Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 103 Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 104 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 105 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 106 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 107 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 108 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 109 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 110 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 111 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 112 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 113 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 114 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 115 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 116 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 117 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 118 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 119 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 120 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 121 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 122 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 123 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 124 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 126 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 127 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 128 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: Units/Outlets 2003-2008

Table 129 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: Number of Transactions 2003-2008

Table 130 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: Foodservice Value 2003-2008

Table 131 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: % Units/Outlets Growth 2003-2008

Table 132 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: % Transaction Growth 2003-2008

Table 133 Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: % Foodservice Value Growth 2003-2008

Table 134 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 135 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 136 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 137 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 138 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 139 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales by Location: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Table 140 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 141 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 142 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 143 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 144 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 145 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Standalone: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Table 146 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 147 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 148 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 149 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 150 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 151 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Leisure: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Table 152 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 153 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 154 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 155 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 156 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 157 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Retail: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Table 158 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 159 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 160 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 161 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 162 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 163 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Lodging: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

Table 164 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: Units/Outlets 2008-2013

Table 165 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: Number of Transactions 2008-2013

Table 166 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: Foodservice Value 2008-2013

Table 167 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: % Units/Outlets Growth 2008-2013

Table 168 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: % Transaction Growth 2008-2013

Table 169 Forecast Consumer Foodservice Sales through Travel: % Foodservice Value Growth 2008-2013

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Today, the Board of Directors for Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.11 per share on the common stock of the company.

The dividend will be paid on March 24, 2010 to shareholders of record as of March 11, 2010.

At the end of the second quarter fiscal year 2010, Brinker International either owned, operated, or franchised 1,712 restaurants under the names Chili's® Grill & Bar (1,504 restaurants), On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina® (163 restaurants) and Maggiano's Little Italy® (45 restaurants).  Brinker also holds a minority investment in Romano's Macaroni Grill®.

The statements contained in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties and, consequently, could be affected by general business and economic conditions, the impact of competition, the impact of acquisitions and divestitures and other strategic transactions, the seasonality of the company's business, adverse weather conditions, future commodity prices, fuel and utility costs and availability, terrorists acts, consumer perception of food safety, changes in consumer taste and behavior, health epidemics or pandemics, changes in demographic trends, availability of employees, unfavorable publicity, the company's ability to meet its growth plan, acts of God, governmental regulations, and inflation.

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Political and financial instability remain a feature of the business landscape as a result of the recession, according to Aon Risk Services, the global risk management and insurance brokerage business of Aon Corporation. The company launched its 17th annual Political Risk Map in a global webcast today.

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Miles Johnstone, director of Aon's Political Risk team, explained: "Rising risk levels in 2009 have led to a significant volume of credit and political risk claims in international insurance markets, which is driving many of the 18 downgrades in this year's map. For instance, non-payment of sovereign and sub-sovereign debt obligations is a major issue for underwriters insuring risks in Ghana, and underwriters continue to experience a multitude of claims stemming from payment defaults by private sector banks in Ukraine."

Food and Water Insecurity

The 2010 map introduces new indices looking at food, agricultural commodity and water supplies.

Sam Wilkin, associate director of the consultancy practice at Oxford Analytica, explains: "For the past 20 years, global population growth has outpaced growth in agricultural output. A run up in world food prices in 2007 and 2008 led to dramatic geopolitical events, from food riots in India to worker unrest in Cambodia. Last month, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations warned that global food prices could quickly rise again.

"With global warming changing regional climates and weather patterns as well as driving demand for biofuels, the world faces unprecedented food and water risks. Aon and Oxford Analytica have developed a pair of forward looking indices analyzing global food and water insecurity," said Wilkin.

There are two new icons on the 2010 map: Food and Water Insecurity. They have been applied to the 30 most high risk countries, or those countries potentially facing the most severe food and water insecurity in the medium-to long-term. These are all developing countries, mostly in Africa, which is in keeping with the conventional wisdom that the impacts of climate change will rebound hardest on the countries least responsible for global warming.

Global Agricultural Commodity Supply

The Agricultural Commodity Supply Risk Index offers a supply-side view, identifying the internationally traded agricultural commodities at greatest risk of a supply shock -- and thus a sudden global price spike.

Many of the world's most productive agricultural regions are expected to see a decline in productivity if temperatures rise.

"Cocoa tops the 2010 Agricultural Commodity Supply Risk Index by some margin, as more than 75 percent of global production is concentrated in four countries at significant risk of supply disruption," said Wilkin. "These threats to cocoa supplies include political instability, natural disaster and water supply insecurity."

Now and Then

The Food and Water Insecurity Indices are not meant to be alarmist, according to Roger Schwartz, senior vice president of Aon Trade Credit. "They are forward-looking assessments designed to be an 'early warning.' While the increasing supply-side pressures of global warming are more of a long-term issue, there are more immediate concerns."

"We are already seeing instances of countries that can't produce enough of certain foods and in these financially difficult times cannot afford to import these food supplies. This places localized pressures on a country's social balance and can lead to the sort of geopolitical events we saw in 2007 and 2008."

"With the prospect of real economic recovery over the next year or so, we are likely to see increased demand for food and water globally. With current supply-side issues being experienced in some areas, this will only add to the existing pressures."

Movements on the 2010 Map

Nine countries have been upgraded to a lower risk level: Albania, Myanmar/Burma, Hong Kong, Colombia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, East Timor, Vanuatu and Vietnam.

Eighteen countries have seen conditions worsen leading to a downgrade: Algeria, Argentina, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Ghana, Honduras, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Madagascar, Mauritania, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Seychelles, Sudan, United Arab Emirates, Ukraine, Venezuela and Yemen.

Sudan, Venezuela and Yemen have been added to the Very High category, joining Afghanistan, Congo DRC, Iran, Iraq, North Korea, Somalia and Zimbabwe.

Miles Johnstone concluded: "Aon believes 2010 will see elevated political risk levels continue before an overall tendency for improving global business conditions becomes established. For many companies and across different sectors, including credit and political risk insurance, the business environment remains uncertain when trading with or investing in politically or economically unstable countries."

"With a global business landscape that continues to shift and change, our interactive Political Risk Map provides our clients with up-to-date and relevant tools to assess the various contingencies and determine the impact on their ability to ensure continued survival, growth and profitability."

About the 2010 Political Risk Map

Aon ranked the political risk of 209 countries and territories, measuring risk of currency inconvertibility and transfer; strikes, riots and civil commotion; war; terrorism; sovereign non-payment; political interference; supply chain interruption; legal and regulatory risk. The risk in each country was ranked as Low, Medium-Low, Medium, Medium-High, High or Very High.  A country with an "elevated" risk is defined as any country with a risk ranked at Medium-Low, Medium, Medium-High, High or Very High.

The results of the analysis are detailed on the 2010 Political Risk Map, produced by Aon Risk Services in partnership with Oxford Analytica, an international consulting firm. Oxford Analytica draws its analysis from a global network of more than 1,000 experts – including senior faculty members at Oxford University and at major research institutions worldwide – to make independent judgments about geopolitical risk.

The Political Risk Map is published annually by Aon Risk Services, a unit of Aon Corporation.  With more than 400 specialists in 60 offices around the world, Aon has been providing political risk and trade credit insurance and consulting services, such as country audits, since 1912. For more information, visit http://www.aon.com/2010politicalmap.

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Aon's Political Risk team is part of Aon Crisis Management (ACM), a division of Aon Risk Services, the global risk management and insurance brokerage business of Aon Corporation. Delivering global expertise locally, ACM partners with organizations that have people, assets and investments exposed to the risks of terrorism, political risk, kidnap, ransom and extortion and product recall. We help our clients fully understand and quantify their exposure so that they can make informed decisions on how to best mitigate and manage their risk. As a trusted advisor, we work with our clients providing advice, training and risk management services to improve their risk profile. This enables us to best represent their true risk to the market and negotiate the most comprehensive, cost effective insurance and risk transfer solutions. Our unique, consultative approach enables our clients to implement the most appropriate measures to meet their duty of care and better protect their balance sheet, people and brand.

Aon Corporation (NYSE: AON) is the leading global provider of risk management services, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, and human capital consulting. Through its more than 36,000 colleagues worldwide, Aon readily delivers distinctive client value via innovative and effective risk management and workforce productivity solutions. Aon's industry-leading global resources and technical expertise are delivered locally through more than 500 offices in more than 120 countries. Named the world's best broker by Euromoney magazine's 2008 and 2009 Insurance Survey, Aon also ranked highest on Business Insurance's listing of the world's largest insurance brokers based on commercial retail, wholesale, reinsurance and personal lines brokerage revenues in 2008 and 2009. A.M. Best deemed Aon the number one insurance broker based on brokerage revenues in 2007, 2008, and 2009, and Aon was voted best insurance intermediary, best reinsurance intermediary and best employee benefits consulting firm in 2007, 2008 and 2009 by the readers of Business Insurance. For more information on Aon, log on to http://www.aon.com.

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Anheuser-Busch is providing 1,764 cases — or more than 42,000 cans of drinking water — for use by South Dakota residents affected by recent freezing rain and snow storms that have left thousands of residents without water and electricity.

A truckload of donated water left the company's brewery in Fairfield, Calif., around 3 p.m. PST today. Following a 1,500-mile trip the water is scheduled to arrive Sunday morning to the local Anheuser-Busch wholesaler, Northwest Beverage, Inc., in Mobridge, S.D.  Northwest Beverage will then distribute the water to area shelters to help residents affected by the water and power outages, including those in Eagle Butte, Faith, Dupree, Isabel, Cherry Creek and Lantry.

"It's important for communities to pull together and lend a helping hand, and Anheuser-Busch is proud to provide drinking water to these people in need," said Peter Kraemer, vice president of Supply for Anheuser-Busch.  "Our company has a long and valued relationship with our friends throughout South Dakota, so we felt this is one way we could assist the county in its time of need."

Anheuser-Busch and its distributors provided a total of 210,042 cases — or more than 5 million cans — of packaged drinking water to victims of natural disasters in 2008 and 2009.  These included wildfires in California; hurricanes and storms in Florida, Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi and Texas; and flooding in New York, Iowa, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri and Wisconsin.

Since 1988, Anheuser-Busch has donated more than 68.5 million cans of drinking water following natural and other disasters.

"Anheuser-Busch is in a unique position to provide water to those in need.  Few corporations have the infrastructure to package beverages and distribute them quickly," Kraemer said.   "When a  disaster like this strikes, very simply put, we have a responsibility to package and provide water to our neighbors, and we're proud to do so."

Helping communities cope with  disasters has been an Anheuser-Busch tradition since 1906 when Adolphus Busch made a donation to victims of the San Francisco earthquake.  Today, in addition to providing monetary support, Anheuser-Busch packages fresh drinking water and donates it to emergency relief organizations for distribution to those in need.  

Based in St. Louis, Anheuser-Busch is the leading American brewer, holding a 49.2 percent share of U.S. beer sales.  The company brews the world's largest-selling beers, Budweiser and Bud Light.  Anheuser-Busch also owns a 50 percent share in Grupo Modelo, Mexico's leading brewer.  Anheuser-Busch ranked No. 1 among beverage companies in FORTUNE Magazine's Most Admired Global Companies list in 2009.  Anheuser-Busch is a major manufacturer of aluminum cans and one of the world's largest recyclers of aluminum cans.  The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Anheuser-Busch InBev, the leading global brewer, and continues to operate under the Anheuser-Busch name and logo.  For more information, visit www.anheuser-busch.com.

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Yayi International Inc., (OTC Bulletin Board: YYIN) ("Yayi International" or "the Company"), the first mover and the leading producer and distributor of premium goat milk formula products for infants, toddlers, young children, and adults in the People's Republic of China, today announced that the company co-hosted the "China Goat Milk Industry Development Summit" together with the National Development and Reform Commission ("NDRC") and the China Dairy Association in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on January 22, 2010. The Summit coincided with a nationwide goat milk distributor conference organized by the Company.

Attended by top goat milk industry experts and professionals as well as key government officials from NDRC and China Dairy Association, the Summit aimed to initiate discussions regarding scaling up China's goat milk industry and increasing the market recognition of the benefits and nutritional value of goat milk. During the Summit, Yayi International presented its "Milk Goat" branded products and market development strategy.

In conjunction with the Summit and with the intention to broaden its distribution networks, the Company also held a half-day nationwide goat milk distributor conference in order to secure distribution agreements and provide distributors with marketing strategy and action plan that support its "Milk Goat" brand. The Company selectively invited over 240 distributors across China, including multinational players such as Carrefour and Wal-Mart, to attend the conference. Roughly 70% of those distributors attending the conference were new, as the Company broadens its distribution network, and the remaining 30% represented existing distributors who have made contributions to expand Yayi International's sales. During the conference, the Company successfully secured about 130 of the 170 new distributors who initiated annual sales contracts with the Company. Yayi International will work on the annual sales contracts with the rest of about 40 new distributors over the course of next month.

"We are very excited to have hosted this Summit and expect it to become a milestone in the development of China's goat milk industry," said Ms. Li Liu, Chief Executive Officer of Yayi International. "The conference also proved successful in helping us strengthen our relationships with distributors. In addition to further insights regarding the benefits of goat milk compared with cow milk, distributors who attended the conference were introduced to a new range of products to add to their sales channels for future growth. Given that the Company's products were not tainted by melamine during the milk scandal in China, Yayi International has been a beneficiary since the scandal. We will continue to provide distributors, and ultimately, consumers, with the highest quality goat milk products."

About Yayi International

Yayi International is the first mover and the leading producer and distributor of premium goat milk formula products for infants, toddlers, young children and adults in the People's Republic of China. Its current formula product lines are targeted at the premium market segment and health-conscious consumers. The Company's distribution network comprises of approximately 3,600 retail points including infant-maternity store chains, supermarkets, and drug stores as well as catalogue sales across China.

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This press release contains certain statements that may include 'forward-looking statements'. All statements other than statements of historical fact included herein are 'forward-looking statements'. These forward looking statements are often identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as 'believes,' 'expects' or similar expressions, involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, they do involve assumptions, risks and uncertainties, and these expectations may prove to be incorrect. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company's actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including those discussed in the Company's periodic reports that are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and available on its website ( http://www.sec.gov ). All forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by these factors. Other than as required under the securities laws, the Company does not assume a duty to update these forward-looking statements.

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    Company Contact:
     Ms. Tong Li, Chief Financial Officer
     Email: litong9955@yahoo.com.cn
     Tel:   +86-22-5869-1668

    Investor Relations Contact:
     Ms. Linda Salo
     Email: linda.salo@ccgir.com
     Tel:   +1-646-922-0894 (NY office)

     Mr. Crocker Coulson, President
     Email: crocker.coulson@ccgir.com
     Tel:   +1-646-213-1915 (NY office)
     Web:   http://www.ccgirasia.com

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While the NFL prepares to crown a new champion in 2010, Wingstop restaurants nationwide are gearing up for a tenth-straight record-setting performance on Super Bowl Sunday. More than 5,200 employees will suit up on Feb. 7, when the national chain expects to sell more than 5 million chicken wings by the time the Vince Lombardi Trophy is hoisted that evening.

Last year Wingstop set a single-day record of just over 4 million wings sold. In addition, almost half of the Wingstop restaurants systemwide broke their all-time weekly sales records during the week leading up to the Super Bowl in 2009, and Wingstop CEO Jim Flynn expects more of the same this year.

"There is no doubt that chicken wings have become a staple at Super Bowl watching parties across the nation," said Flynn. "And with sports fans placing orders earlier and earlier and also with an increase in online orders, our restaurants are able to handle the big day with little trouble."

Because of the high demand, Wingstop officials suggest that fans order their wings well in advance of the game by going to Wingstop.com to find the location and phone number of the nearest location.

"Don't wait until the last minute," said Flynn. "You want to have your wings for the entire day's activities."

If Wingstop meets its one-day sales expectations, it will mark the 10th straight year that the national chain has set a sales record on the day of the Super Bowl. From a fan favorite standpoint, Original Hot is expected to be the #1 choice on game day, followed closely by Lemon Pepper and Hickory Smoked BBQ.

"Original Hot is the perennial champion when it comes to our nine flavors," said Flynn of the chain's top-selling sauce. "And this year we're offering guests even more variety with the addition of boneless wings, which can be mixed and matched with our traditional bone-in wings."

A complete list of Wingstop locations nationwide, along with online ordering information is available at www.wingstop.com.

About Wingstop

Founded in 1994 in Garland, Texas, Wingstop has more than 435 restaurants open across the United States and Mexico. With a sole focus on chicken wings, the Wingstop menu features nine wing flavors including Original Hot, Cajun, Atomic, Mild, Teriyaki, Lemon Pepper, Hawaiian, Garlic Parmesan, and Hickory Smoked BBQ. Wings are made fresh, cooked-to-order and customers can also choose from homemade side dishes including Wingstop's award winning fresh-cut seasoned fries. Wingstop has experienced more than six consecutive years of positive sales increases, received multiple American Business Awards, was crowned Wing King at the National Buffalo Wing Festival, honored with the 2009 Consumers' Choice in Chains Award, and has been named 'best wings' by outlets across the country. Troy Aikman, three-time Super Bowl champion and Hall of Fame quarterback, has served as the chain's national spokesman since 2003.

For more information on Wingstop visit www.wingstop.com. For franchise and franchise event information visit www.wingstopfranchise.com or please call 972-686-6500.

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Some relief for American poultry processors that wish to export their product to Russia: the newest antimicrobial solutions from SteriFx Inc. are an answer to the Russian ban on chlorine-rinsed poultry.

Its FreshFx line of antimicrobial solutions are all non-chlorine based, and have been in use for On-Line Reprocessing (OLR) and finishing chillers, as well as for applications throughout evisceration and secondary processing. In addition, SteriFx has added another product to replace chlorine in chillers and evisceration waters - ProtectFx.

ProtectFx is a peracetic acid (PAA) product that has an oxidizing chemistry, which can replace chlorine in poultry processing and provide excellent pathogen control. According to a 2008 Auburn University study, PAA was more effective than chlorine in decreasing Salmonella and Campylobacter in poultry carcasses, and the PAA-treated birds showed an extended shelf-life as well.

ProtectFx is easily adapted to current systems, and is cost-effective with minimal equipment required. John Dankert, Ph.D., CEO of SteriFx, says that the company's technical support team will work with poultry processors to optimize the application of ProtectFx for efficacy and efficiency.

"We are experienced, and can move quickly to bring a processing plant into compliance," he says. "For example, we received a call from one of our customers on New Years Eve, asking us to replace all chlorine in their plant with our FreshFx and ProtectFx solutions. By 4 a.m. on the first shift of 2010, they were producing chlorine-free chicken." 

Dankert adds, "Our FreshFx solutions for on-line reprocessing (OLR) have always been chlorine free. Our peracetic acid product was developed to help plants that could not use chlorine due to municipal water treatments that used ammonia, for OLR and salvage. This was in place when the Russians made their recent demands."

SteriFx can also de-chlorinate incoming water to the plant using chemical treatments as opposed to costly filter units. In most municipal water systems, even that level of chlorine is too high to pass Russian regulations. The U.S. contends that chlorinated water is quite safe.

In addition, ProtectFx is an effective strategy for poultry processors if ammonia and/or chloramines are present, if chlorine is a problem due to gassing off or other safety issues, or if an intervention in chillers and finishing chillers is needed.

SteriFx antimicrobial products for OLR have been approved by the USDA, EPA and FDA. They contain non-toxic, low pH, aqueous solutions that have been proven to rapidly control pathogens, are easy to use, and adapted for industrial and consumer applications. While acidic, when used as directed, they are non-toxic to skin and eyes and safe for ingestion and inhalation.  The new peracetic acid products are also easy to adapt to existing systems, and can be used to replace chlorine used in evisceration and chiller waters.

Representatives from SteriFx will be discussing all of its products from booth #5144 at the International Poultry Expo in Atlanta, Jan. 27-29.

About SteriFx

SteriFx Inc. provides pathogen control systems, and microbiological and regulatory consulting services, dedicated to reducing or eliminating pathogens for a variety of markets, as well as providing up-to-date information on new regulatory requirements.

For more about SteriFx Inc. or FreshFx antimicrobial solutions, please visit www.sterifx.com or send inquiries to info@sterifx.com

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United Beverage Alliance (RMDM) Funhunt define Artesian Water Appeal and General Update

TAMPA BAY, FL, Jan. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - RMD Entertainment Group's (RMDM; http://www.rmdmgroup.com) United Beverage's Youth Water announces Funhunt Promotion definition and any clarifications our followers may have.

When creating a bottled water product the market is saturated at the 16.9 ounce market. The market dictates the main competitive advantage is at a larger size and with a premium water. There are three types of water: purified, spring, and artesian. Artesian is the rarest and most desired. Our water is Artesian. The quality of the water itself is not enough to create a brand. There also has to be the package it's sold. The water also needs a retail outlet to sell to the public.

The purpose of Funhunt was to help define our water appeal, allow the consumer to taste the product, and to create a demand from the retail outlets. We are now concluding the Funhunt and have allowed the consumer to taste the product. We have had retail outlets calling about the product, and are processing the feedback to fine tune the packaging for the product. Funhunt has opened the door for the "Youth" product and we plan to utilize the input of the consumers to fine tune the end result and secure contracts from the interest generated. We also plan to utilize the expertise of our Advisory Board to create the advertising campaign to follow as our product is carried in these retail locations. We expect to finalize the balance of the bridge loan of about $80,000.00 this week to ensure we can adequately advertise and solidify large orders from the retail interest generated.

Regarding the licensing and production update, RMDM will need to order the equipment so the government can come in and give its approval for everything in order to get the license going and manufacturing to commence. This is the next step for the company. Non toxic financing is already being arranged and in the process of coming to a fruition. The company acknowledges different unsolicited offers for the United Liquor division. This may also explain some company critics (named in a slander law suit - judgment) sudden and unexpected appearance on the Internet chat forums vigorously carrying on their assigned tasks. Suffice to say that asset is off limits for the time being. United is on track to meet and exceed all expectations" said a source close to the company.

Important and unrelated filings will be made with Pink Sheets shortly, regarding our China operations.

RMD Entertainment Group focuses on the Leisure Industry. With a wide spanning North American distribution network, RMD Entertainment Group operates Innotrek Technology Inc. (www.innotrek.com) in China and United Liquor Alliance (www.united-liquor.com) in Florida, USA.

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CONTACT: For any investor relations matters, please contact www.minamargroup.net/helpdesk; Investor Relations Department Inquiry, www.minamargroup.net (IR); For (M&A) and Corporate Matters, www.minamargroup.com

SOURCE RMD Entertainment Group

With some help from the Elks National Foundation, the charitable arm of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, the Greater Wildwood Elks will provide fresh produce and other needed items on a weekly basis via the United Way Food Pantry.

Fresh Produce and More will be funded by an Impact Grant awarded to the Greater Wildwood Elks by the Elks National Foundation. Impact Grants are the newest addition to the Elks National Foundation's Community Investments Program. They are competitive grants designed to help Elks make a difference in their community. This year, Greater Wildwood Elks Lodge No. 1896 is one of 49 recipients nationwide to receive an Impact Grant. The grants range from $2,500 to $10,000.

For more information about Impact Grants and to see a complete list of this year's Impact Grant recipients, visit the Elks National Foundation website at www.elks.org/enf/community or contact the Programs Department at ENFPrograms@elks.org or 773/755-4954.

Helping Elks Build Stronger Communities

SOURCE Elks National Foundation

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Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (NYSE: PPC) will host a conference call with investors on Thursday, February 4, 2010, at 10 a.m. Central (11 a.m. Eastern) to discuss financial results for the quarter ended December 27, 2009.  

The presentation will be broadcast live over the Internet at http://www.videonewswire.com/event.asp?id=65642.  (Please copy and paste the link into the browser.)  To listen live via telephone, call toll-free 877-719-9799, pass code 4464666.  International callers should dial 719-325-4759.  The webcast will be available for replay within approximately two hours of the conclusion of the call.  A toll-free telephone replay will be available that same day beginning at approximately 1 p.m. (Central) by calling 888-203-1112 pass code 4464666.  International callers should dial 719-457-0820.  The replay will be available for 30 days.

About Pilgrim's Pride

Pilgrim's Pride Corporation employs approximately 41,000 people and operates chicken processing plants and prepared-foods facilities in 12 states, Puerto Rico and Mexico.  The Company's primary distribution is through retailers and foodservice distributors.  For more information, please visit http://www.pilgrimspride.com.

SOURCE Pilgrim's Pride Corporation

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VitaminSpice (OTC Bulletin Board: VTMS) (German WKN: A0YCND) (www.VitaminSpice.net) and Iron Chef have created a co-branded line of spices to be distributed by American Distribution Company (Amdistco.com). The products will be offered in the following multi-packs: Italian Seasoning, Pizza Blend, Desert Pack, and Dinner Blend. Each pack will have two products including the all new Italian Seasoning Spice and the multicolor sprinkles desert topping. The Spices/flavorings have both Iron Chef and VitaminSpice on the labels.

"We are thrilled to be launching with Iron Chef as our first co-branding opportunity," states Ed Bukstel, President of VitaminSpice.  "The Iron Chef brand is instantly recognized and stands for quality and food innovation. We expect this to add significantly to VitaminSpice's market exposure and revenue forecast over the 12 months."

In addition, Amdistco, which already holds the license to other prominent licensors like Pennzoil, Hershey's and Mountain Dew, has already received strong indications of interest from national retailers about developing additional co-branded VitaminSpice lines.

"In relation to that point, we are currently in negotiations with several companies who wish to co-brand with us," adds Ed Bukstel.  "From salad dressings, to cereals, to ketchups and sauces, busy parents are constantly looking for ways to help their children eat healthier and get the vitamins they need in a flavorful way. This increasing market trend additionally allows VitaminSpice the additional opportunity to work with other manufacturers and co-brand our products within those manufacturers' and merchants' current product lines. This is really due to the benefits of the healthy choice alternative that our spices allow for their clients. By working in this way, both VitaminSpice and the companies we partner with create added benefit for the consumer and help both companies in the expansions of their current market shares."

About VitaminSpice

VitaminSpice is uniquely positioned between the $100 billion health food/vitamin supplement industry and the multi-trillion-dollar traditional food industry.

A pioneer in the emerging foodceutical industry, VitaminSpice sells vitamin- mineral- and antioxidant-infused spices and food products.

The VitaminSpice line combines premium spices and herbs with proprietary micro-coated essential vitamins, minerals, nutrients and antioxidants. VitaminSpice gives food a boost by enriching it with concentrated nutrients.

Their offerings currently include: Crushed Red Pepper, Ground Black Pepper, Sea Salt, Italian Seasoning, Ground Cinnamon and Granulated Garlic. A proprietary micro-encapsulation process keeps the vitamin properties locked inside, even when heated, allowing the food products to retain their full flavor.

For additional news and information on VitaminSpice, contact Ed Bukstel at 484.367.7401 or visit VitaminSpice.net.

VitaminSpice Safe Harbor

This News Release may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can give no assurance that such expectations will prove correct.

SOURCE VitaminSpice

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Following is the daily "Profile America" feature from the U.S. Census Bureau:

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20090226/CENSUSLOGO)

SATURDAY, JANUARY 23: OATMEAL

Profile America — Saturday, January 23rd.  Foods come and go in popularity — but one seems to stay high on the list when it comes to breakfast — oatmeal, especially in cold weather.  In fact, this is Oatmeal Month, set aside to recognize the long-term favorite for its up-to-date health characteristics — low fat, no sodium, and the ability to help lower the risk of heart disease.  Oatmeal also fits today's time pressures, since a bowl can be made in seconds in the microwave. And, of course, most people love oatmeal cookies.  The U.S. is the world's fourth largest oat producer — after Russia, Canada and Poland, with oats grown on some 46,000 acres of farmland. Each year, Americans eat an average of nearly five pounds of oats.  You can find these and more facts about America from the U.S. Census Bureau, now  preparing for the 2010 Census on April 1st.

Sources: Chase's Calendar of Events 2010, p. 68

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United States

Statistical Abstract of the United States 2009, t. 209

Profile America is produced by the Public Information Office of the U.S. Census Bureau. These daily features are available as produced segments, ready to air, on a monthly CD or on the Internet at http://www.census.gov (look under the "Newsroom" button).  

SOURCE U.S. Census Bureau

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With some help from the Elks National Foundation, the charitable arm of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, the Greater Wildwood Elks will provide fresh produce and other needed items on a weekly basis via the United Way Food Pantry.

Fresh Produce and More will be funded by an Impact Grant awarded to the Greater Wildwood Elks by the Elks National Foundation. Impact Grants are the newest addition to the Elks National Foundation's Community Investments Program. They are competitive grants designed to help Elks make a difference in their community. This year, Greater Wildwood Elks Lodge No. 1896 is one of 49 recipients nationwide to receive an Impact Grant. The grants range from $2,500 to $10,000.

For more information about Impact Grants and to see a complete list of this year's Impact Grant recipients, visit the Elks National Foundation website at www.elks.org/enf/community or contact the Programs Department at ENFPrograms@elks.org or 773/755-4954.

Helping Elks Build Stronger Communities

SOURCE Elks National Foundation

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Nestle Waters North America Inc. today announced it will relocate its headquarters from Greenwich to Stamford, Conn., late in 2010. Nestle Waters, the nation's number one bottled water company, has 475 employees at its headquarters, which has been located at 777 West Putnam Avenue in Greenwich since 1979.  The company intends to add 25 headquarters jobs over the next three years.  

Nestle Waters' new headquarters will be located at 900 Long Ridge Road, Stamford. The company will lease 164,301 square feet of space, an increase of approximately 24% from Nestle Waters' current headquarters in Greenwich. The building is owned by Oracle.

The decision to move was made for a variety of reasons, including favorable economics, an open floor plan design permitting increased employee collaboration, cafe amenities, access to public transportation, and a shorter commute for most of the company's headquarters employees, of which 70 percent live in Connecticut.  The Stamford facility is less than twelve miles from Nestle Waters' current location.

"We are excited to remain a Connecticut-based company. Our new home in Stamford will support the collegial atmosphere we encourage among our employees," said Kim Jeffery, who joined the company in 1978 and has been President and CEO of Nestle Waters North America since 1992.

The company plans to renovate the Stamford location to meet the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design® (LEED) standards for green buildings. In 2003, Nestle Waters' bottling facility in Stanwood, Mich., was the first in the U.S. food and beverage industry to receive LEED certification. Today, Nestle Waters has nine facilities built to LEED certification, the most of any U.S. food and beverage manufacturer.

"Our goal to renovate the new headquarters to meet LEED standards is part of an ongoing commitment to find ways to minimize our company's environmental footprint," Jeffery added.

About Nestle Waters North America

Central to the leadership of Nestle Waters North America Inc. is its 34-year history and single-focus on producing bottled water products. The company's dedication to product quality, manufacturing expertise, efficient production, employee development and environmental stewardship, especially in the areas of water use, energy and packaging, has helped Nestle Waters become the number one bottled water company in the U.S. To reach success, the company follows its credo: Respect for each other, respect for the environment, and respect for the community. To learn more, visit www.nestlewatersnorthamerica.com.

SOURCE Nestle Waters North America Inc.

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Convoy of Hope, a Springfield, Missouri-based humanitarian relief organization, has distributed more than 400,000 meals to families and installed 30 water purification units in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.

"Because we were already in Haiti feeding 11,000 children daily we were able to respond quickly to the earthquake," says Hal Donaldson, president of Convoy of Hope. "Just before the earthquake struck we had restocked our warehouse."

Donaldson notes that another reason Convoy of Hope was able to distribute so many meals so fast was because of long-standing partnerships in Haiti with numerous groups and organizations like Mission of Hope.

"There is no doubt that many families in Haiti have food tonight," he says, "because we were able to reach them with the food they so desperately needed."

Convoy of Hope already has 1 million more pounds of food headed to Haiti. Donaldson says more food, water and supplies are being readied  because the organization is making a long-term commitment to help the people of Haiti recover from this disaster.

For more information on Convoy of Hope contact:

Since 1994, Convoy of Hope™, a nonprofit organization, has fed tens of millions of people in need in the United States and around the world through children's nutrition initiatives, citywide outreaches and disaster response.

SOURCE Convoy of Hope

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Kraft Foods Inc. ("Kraft") is providing further details about the recommended offer it announced on 19 January 2010 for Cadbury plc (the "Final Offer"), including, in particular, important information in relation to the Mix and Match Facility.  This information is being provided solely to assist Cadbury Securityholders and does not affect or amend the terms of the Final Offer in any way.

UPDATE ON THE MIX AND MATCH FACILITY

Under the terms of the Final Offer, the Mix and Match Facility allows for accepting Cadbury Securityholders to elect to vary the proportions in which they receive New Kraft Foods Shares and cash consideration, subject to other Cadbury Securityholders making off-setting elections.

The reference share price and exchange rate of the Mix and Match Facility were set on 1 December 2009, the last practicable date prior to the publication of Kraft's Original Offer Document.  For certain legal and technical reasons it was not possible to update this when the Final Offer was announced.  On 1 December 2009, the Kraft share price was $26.50 and the USD/GBP exchange rate was $1.6627 per GBP 1.00.  

Cadbury Securityholders who elect for additional cash under the Mix and Match Facility (providing that there are sufficient off-setting elections for shares) would receive 799 pence per Cadbury Share in cash and 3,195 pence per Cadbury ADS in cash (excluding in each case the Special Dividend of 10 pence per Cadbury Share).  

By contrast, the Final Offer's current value is 827 pence per Cadbury Share and 3,308 pence per Cadbury ADS (excluding in each case the Special Dividend of 10 pence per Cadbury Share)(1).  The Final Offer's value will change as the Kraft Foods share price and the USD/GBP exchange rate change.  

Therefore, Cadbury Securityholders should note that the Final Offer's value is presently higher than the value they may receive by electing for additional cash under the Mix and Match Facility.

Cadbury Securityholders who prefer cash to New Kraft Foods Shares may be able to realise greater value by accepting the basic terms of the Final Offer and then selling their New Kraft Foods Shares in the market than they would realise by electing for additional cash under the Mix and Match Facility.  This will depend upon the price of New Kraft Foods Shares and the exchange rate prevailing at the time of sale.  There can be no certainty regarding the total amount of cash which Cadbury Securityholders will receive through selling in the market and Kraft makes no recommendation as to the course of action which Cadbury Securityholders should take.

Cadbury Shareholders (except for Cadbury US Shareholders, Cadbury Canadian Shareholders and Cadbury ADS Holders) who have already made an election under the Mix and Match Facility and wish to change or withdraw it should contact the Receiving Agent, Computershare Investor Services PLC on 0870 889 3144 (+44 870 889 3144 if calling from overseas) as soon as possible.  Cadbury US Shareholders, Cadbury Canadian Shareholders and Cadbury ADS Holders should contact the US Information Agent, Georgeson Inc. (tel: from outside the US, +1 212 806 6859 and from inside the US, 800 868 1391).

Dealing Facilities

Dealing facilities will be available to accepting Cadbury Securityholders who hold their shares in certificated form.  For Cadbury Shareholders in many jurisdictions, including the UK and Ireland, these facilities will be free for the first dealing through such facilities, provided such dealing is effected within six weeks of the Offer becoming or being declared wholly unconditional.  This is set out in further detail below.

Accepting Cadbury Securityholders in the jurisdictions listed in the definition of "CSN Permitted Jurisdiction" in the Original Offer Document (including the United Kingdom and Ireland) who currently hold their shares in certificated form will not be issued New Kraft Foods Shares, the holding and trading of which may involve unfamiliar formalities for non-US investors.  Instead they will be issued Kraft Foods CDIs, which represent an entitlement to the underlying New Kraft Foods Shares.  As the Kraft Foods CDIs can only be held through CREST, Kraft Foods will arrange for Computershare to hold these CDIs in a CSN Facility.  Participants in the CSN Facility who want to realise cash for their Kraft Foods CDIs may take advantage of a dealing facility that will be provided by Computershare.  The terms and conditions of this dealing facility are available on the Computershare website at www-uk.computershare.com/Investor/ShareDealing.asp.  It should be noted that certain fees will apply to dealings through this facility.  However, participants in the CSN Facility will not be charged fees in respect of their first dealing through this facility, provided such dealing is effected within six weeks of the Final Offer becoming or being declared wholly unconditional.

Accepting Cadbury Securityholders in jurisdictions other than CSN Permitted Jurisdictions (including the United States and Australia) who currently hold their shares in certificated form will hold their New Kraft Foods Shares through the Kraft Foods' Direct Registration System (the "DRS").  Persons holding New Kraft Foods Shares under the DRS who want to realise cash for their New Kraft Foods Shares may take advantage of a dealing facility provided by  Wells Fargo Shareholder Services.  The terms and conditions of this dealing facility are available online at www.shareowneronline.com.  It should be noted that certain fees will apply to dealings through this facility.

Capitalised terms used in this announcement shall have the meaning given to them in the documentation setting out the Final Offer.

This announcement will be available on Kraft Foods' website (www.transactioninfo.com/kraftfoods/) by no later than 12 noon (London time) / 8.00 a.m. (New York City time) on 25 January 2010.

This announcement does not constitute, and must not be construed as, an offer to sell or an invitation to purchase or subscribe for any securities or the solicitation of an offer to purchase or subscribe for any securities, pursuant to the Offer or otherwise.  The Offer is being made by the Original Offer Documents, the Final Offer Documents and the accompanying documentation (the "Offer Documentation"). Cadbury Securityholders who accept the Offer may rely only on the Offer Documentation for all the terms and conditions of the Offer.

This announcement is not a prospectus for the purposes of the EU Prospectus Directive.  Cadbury Securityholders in the EU should not tender their shares except on the basis of information in the prospectus published pursuant to the EU Prospectus Directive on Kraft Foods' website (as supplemented from time to time).  In making their decision whether or not to accept the Offer, Cadbury Securityholders who are South African residents will need to take into account the Excon Regulations, and consider whether or not their acceptance of the Offer and their subsequent receipt of consideration for their Cadbury Shares from Kraft Foods, whether in the form of cash and/or New Kraft Foods Shares, will be in compliance with the Excon Regulations.

The release, publication or distribution of this announcement and any other Offer-related documentation in jurisdictions other than the UK, the US, Canada, France, Ireland or Spain, and the availability of the Offer to Cadbury Securityholders who are not resident in such jurisdictions may be affected by the laws or regulations of relevant jurisdictions.  Therefore any persons who are subject to the laws and regulations of any jurisdiction other than the UK, the US, Canada, France, Ireland or Spain, and Cadbury Securityholders who are not resident in such jurisdictions should inform themselves of and observe any applicable requirements.

The Offer is not being extended and will not be extended, directly or indirectly, in or into or by use of the mails of, or by any means or instrumentality (including, without limitation, electronic mail, facsimile transmission, telex, telephone, internet or other forms of electronic communication) of interstate or foreign commerce of, or any facilities of a national securities exchange of, any jurisdiction where to do so would violate the laws of that jurisdiction or would require registration of the New Kraft Foods Shares, other than the US (a "Restricted Jurisdiction").  Accordingly, copies of this announcement and the Offer-related documentation are not being, and must not be, directly or indirectly, mailed, transmitted or otherwise forwarded, distributed or sent in, into or from any Restricted Jurisdiction. Persons receiving such documents (including, without limitation, custodians, nominees, and trustees) should observe these restrictions. Failure to observe such restrictions may render any purported acceptance of the Offer invalid.

Forward-Looking Statements

This announcement contains forward-looking statements regarding the Offer. Such statements include, but are not limited to, statements about the benefits of the proposed combination and other such statements that are not historical facts, which are or may be based on Kraft Foods' plans, estimates and projections. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond Kraft Foods' control, that could cause Kraft Foods' actual results to differ materially from those indicated in any such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to, failure to obtain necessary regulatory approvals or required financing or to satisfy any of the other conditions to the Offer, and the risk factors, as they may be amended from time to time, set forth in Kraft Foods' filings with the US Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), including the registration statement on Form S-4, as amended from time to time, filed by Kraft Foods in connection with the Offer, Kraft Foods' most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequent reports on Forms 10-Q and 8-K.  Kraft Foods disclaims and does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement in this announcement, except as required by applicable law or regulation.

Additional US-related information

This announcement is provided for informational purposes only and is neither an offer to purchase nor a solicitation of an offer to sell shares of Cadbury or Kraft Foods.  Kraft Foods has filed a registration statement and tender offer documents with the SEC and Cadbury will file an amendment to its solicitation/recommendation statement on Schedule 14D-9 in connection with the recommended Final Offer. Cadbury Shareholders who are US or Canadian residents and holders of Cadbury ADSs, wherever located, should read those filings, and any other filings to be made by Kraft Foods and Cadbury with the SEC in connection with the recommended Final Offer, as they will contain important information.  Those documents, when available, as well as Kraft Foods' other public filings with the SEC, may be obtained without charge at the SEC's website at www.sec.gov and at Kraft Foods' website at www.kraftfoodscompany.com.

(1) This value is based on yesterday's closing market price of USD28.24 per Kraft Foods Share and yesterday's exchange rate of USD 1.6175 per GBP 1.00.  

SOURCE Kraft Foods Inc.

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Often at doctor's advice, 35 million Americans have had to stop or cutback their morning coffee kick start due to heartburn and acid reflux as coffee is a leading cause to aggravate these stomach troubles. These problems haven't gone unnoticed in the coffee industry by both a leader and an upstart. Industry leader, Folgers, is repositioning its Folgers Simply Smooth brand by calling it "low acid" coffee. The upstart is Puroast® Low Acid Coffee. Unfortunately, only one of these is really lower in acid according to university research.

A leading chemist, Dr. Taka Shibamoto at University of California Davis, has conducted acidity tests of coffee. His research(1) has shown that Puroast® has 50% less acid than traditional coffee and that Folgers Simply Smooth has roughly the same acidity as its regular brands of coffee. A separate clinical survey(2) with coffee drinkers who suffer from acid reflux reported that 90% of the sampled consumers were able to drink Puroast® without the "usual symptoms."

But don't coffee lovers want a low acid coffee that tastes good? Newsweek (7/31/06) conducted a taste test of low acid coffees and reported, "Our testers ranked this blend (Puroast) No. 1 for its nutty aroma, robust flavor and taste." They were less impressed with Folgers Simply Smooth, "Our tasters called it 'decent', but with a 'watered-down' flavor and surprising bitterness."

In addition to the scientists and media, Puroast® has consumers on their side as Puroast is the fastest growing brand in the low acid segment and now available in leading retail grocers and the antacid section of select pharmacies. The truth is Puroast® is a gourmet tasting java with 50% less acid.

(1) Journal of Food Chemistry, June, 2007, Dr. Taka Shibamoto, “Chlorogenic Acid and Caffeine Contents in Various Commercial Brewed Coffees”

(2) Study conducted by Dr. Arthur Euler, MD, 2005-2007.  

SOURCE Puroast

Dean Foods (DF) announced that it was contesting a complaint filed today by the Department of Justice challenging its April 2009 acquisition of Foremost Farms.  The company believes its acquisition of the DePere and Waukesha, Wis. fluid milk processing plants from Foremost is fully compliant with antitrust laws, and will defend itself vigorously against the complaint.

The company believes that, from the time of the acquisition almost a year ago, this transaction has benefitted Wisconsin dairy farmers by providing a stable and growing outlet for their milk. In addition, the transaction already has produced important cost savings that will benefit customers and spur competition in and around Wisconsin. It promises to deliver even greater customer benefits once the DePere and Waukesha plants are fully integrated into the Dean network.

The company believes an objective judicial review of the facts will reveal that competition is alive and flourishing in Wisconsin.

ABOUT DEAN FOODS

Dean Foods is one of the leading food and beverage companies in the United States. The Company's Fresh Dairy Direct business is the largest processor and distributor of milk and other dairy products in the country. The WhiteWave-Morningstar business produces and sells a variety of nationally branded soy, dairy and dairy-related products. Popular brands include: Silk® soymilk, Horizon Organic® milk and dairy products, International Delight® coffee creamers, and LAND O'LAKES® creamers. Additionally, the WhiteWave-Morningstar segment produces and sells private label cultured and extended shelf life dairy products through the Morningstar platform. Dean Foods' business also includes Alpro®, the pan-European leader in branded soy food products.

SOURCE Dean Foods

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Johnny Rockets, home of the Original Hamburger, today announced the appointment of Carl Arena as senior vice president of development, continuing its aggressive growth plan. Arena, who had previously served as executive director of development of Johnny Rockets in 2004, will work closely with new CEO John Fuller and the heads of international and domestic franchising, to develop strategic growth plans for the global restaurant chain.

Arena will oversee the development team and spearhead all real estate projects, from scouting new locations to managing the launch of store openings. Johnny Rockets is expected to launch an additional 30 to 40 franchise locations this year, including three new concepts: sports lounges, mobile kitchens and its new FAST! model.

Arena previously served as director of real estate development for Catalina Restaurant Group in Carlsbad, Calif. where he was responsible for new store development and asset management for the Coco's and Carrows restaurant chains. He also served in senior development positions with Rubio's Restaurants, Inc. where he was vice president of development and at CKE Restaurants, Inc. serving as vice president of real estate for CKE's Carl's Jr. chain.

"With over twenty years of real estate and development experience in the restaurant industry, we are excited to have Carl back on board the Johnny Rockets team," said John Fuller, CEO of Johnny Rockets. "His vast industry knowledge will be an asset to achieving our growth plans and prioritizing top corporate and franchise markets on domestic and international levels."

Johnny Rockets has about 280 corporate and franchise-owned restaurants in 27 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and 11 countries, including those found in Six Flags amusement parks and aboard Royal Caribbean cruise ships. The international restaurant chain was acquired by Red Zone Capital Fund II in 2007. Since that time, the chain has expanded by 50 percent and expanded into Latin America, Europe and Asia.

"Johnny Rockets is a leader in customer service and quality menu offerings, and I'm excited to hit the ground running to develop new markets that will best fit our customer demands," said Arena. "With fresh concepts and new menu items on the horizon, Johnny Rockets is poised to show continued franchise and corporate growth in the years to come, and I look forward to making those goals a reality."

Visit www.johnnyrockets.com for more information and franchise opportunities.

About Johnny Rockets

Since 1986, Johnny Rockets has offered the food, fun and friendliness that remind guests of timeless, feel-good Americana. Every Johnny Rockets restaurant serves simple, great-tasting food from a menu of all-American favorites, including juicy hamburgers, classic sandwiches and hand-dipped shakes and malts. It's the place to go for fast, friendly service, flavorful food, uplifting music and relaxed, casual fun. Headquartered in Lake Forest, Calif., Johnny Rockets has 280 corporate and franchise-owned restaurants in 27 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and 11 countries, including those found in Six Flags amusement parks and aboard Royal Caribbean cruise ships. Johnny Rockets is currently franchising new restaurants in most markets. To learn more about Johnny Rockets, visit www.johnnyrockets.com.

SOURCE Johnny Rockets

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Premium Standard Farms (PSF) announced today that all of its farms in Missouri now are ISO 14001 certified, long considered the "gold standard" in environmental leadership.

The achievement was noticed by many throughout Missouri, including U.S. Congressman Sam Graves and Senator Brad Lager, Chairman of the Commerce, Consumer Protection, Energy and Environment Committee, both of whom have PSF farms in their legislative districts as well.

"This ISO certification is evidence of PSF's leadership and commitment in the area of environmental stewardship," Congressman Graves said. "When a company that carries the profile of PSF reaches a milestone such as this, everyone takes notice."

"Through the achievement of the ISO 140001 Certification, they've set a wonderful example for all companies to follow," stated Senator Lager. "Animal agriculture is vital to the state and this region economically, and PSF's continued support of our local communities through providing jobs and working to protect the environment is especially important in these tough economic times."

"As a member of the Agriculture Committee in the U.S. Congress, I am excited to see our State's agriculture leaders receive recognition for their efforts in our State," continued Congressman Graves. "PSF has shown other producers and the nation that it is committed to providing food for Missourians with the highest standards and care for both their animals and the environment. That should make all Missourian's proud."

Bill Homann, president of PSF, was quick to thank both legislative leaders for their leadership, while noting the critical role environmental policy plays in his company's business.

"Showing environmental leadership is not only the right thing to do, but the smart thing to do from a business perspective," Homann said. "We are honored to be recognized in such a way and we wish to thank Congressman Graves and Senator Lager for their leadership in this area."

ISO 14001 is the international gold standard for environmental management. The International Organization for Standardization (ISO), based in Geneva, Switzerland, promotes the development and implementation of voluntary international standards for environmental management systems. A facility receiving ISO certification has implemented environmental management systems that include formalized practices to protect the environment.

To obtain ISO certification, a company must meet a rigorous and comprehensive set of requirements and criteria developed by more than 2,000 experts worldwide. The certification process is conducted by an accredited third-party auditor and ensures that anyone receiving certification has mechanisms in place to ensure, and move beyond, environmental compliance.

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The Department of Justice filed a civil antitrust lawsuit today against Dean Foods Company challenging its April 2009 acquisition of Foremost Farms USA's Consumer Products Division.  The department said that the merger eliminates substantial competition between the two companies in the sale of milk to schools, grocery stores, convenience stores and other retailers in Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin.

The Department of Justice's Antitrust Division, along with state attorneys general from Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin, filed a lawsuit today in U.S. District Court in Milwaukee, seeking to require Dean Foods to sell the dairy processing plants it acquired from Foremost Farms. 

Dairy processors, such as Dean Foods and Foremost Farms, purchase raw milk from dairy farms and agricultural cooperatives to pasteurize and package the milk.  The processors then distribute and sell the milk to school districts, supermarkets, grocery stores and other commercial customers.

"The purpose of the department's lawsuit is to restore competition so that schools, grocery stores and other retailers in Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin, will pay lower prices for their milk," said Christine Varney, Assistant Attorney General in charge of the Department of Justice's Antitrust Division.

The department's lawsuit not only seeks to undo the 2009 deal but also requires Dean Foods to notify the department at least 30 days prior to any future acquisition involving a milk processing operation.

Dean Foods' acquisition of Foremost Farms' two dairy processing plants in De Pere and Waukesha, Wis., eliminated an aggressive competitor against Dean Foods, the department said.  Dean Foods and Foremost Farms were the first and fourth largest milk processors in northeastern Illinois, the Upper Peninsula of Michigan (the UP) and Wisconsin, respectively.  Dean Foods now has approximately 57 percent of the market for processed milk in northeastern Illinois, the UP and Wisconsin.

The department's complaint alleges that the transaction reduced competition substantially in the sale of milk to school districts in the UP and Wisconsin.  Dean Foods and Foremost Farms were the two best-situated processors from which to purchase milk for numerous school districts in the UP and Wisconsin.  After Dean Foods' acquisition of Foremost Farms' Consumer Products Division, these districts have been left with a monopoly provider.  There are also a substantial number of school districts in the region for which Dean Foods and Foremost Farms were two of only three recent or likely future bidders.  These school districts have been left with only two choices after the acquisition.

The department also alleges that the acquisition reduced competition substantially in the sale of milk to supermarkets, grocery stores, and other commercial customers throughout northeastern Illinois, the UP and Wisconsin.  Dean Foods' acquisition deprived these retailers of the benefits of substantial head-to-head competition between Dean Foods and Foremost Farms.  Further, the department said that with Foremost Farms eliminated as a competitor, it would be easier for Dean Foods to coordinate with the remaining milk processors, whose competitive decision-making Dean Foods has described as "more predictable" and "rational."

The April 2009 transaction between Dean Foods and Foremost Farms was not required to be reported under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, which requires companies to notify and provide information to the department and the Federal Trade Commission before consummating certain acquisitions.  The purchase price of the transaction was less than the minimum reporting threshold.

Dean Foods is a Delaware corporation with its principal place of business in Dallas.  It is one of the largest food and beverage producers in the United States, with revenues of $11.82 billion in 2008.  Dean Foods' Dairy Group is the country's largest processor and distributor of milk and other dairy products. 

Foremost Farms is a Wisconsin member-owned business association headquartered in Baraboo, Wis., the members of which are dairy farmers.  In 2008, its Consumer Products Division had net sales of $233.7 million.  Prior to Dean Foods' acquisition of its Consumer Products Division, Foremost Farms processed its members' raw milk at its plants in De Pere and Waukesha, Wis., as well as at other facilities.

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Golden Dragon Holdings, Inc. (Other OTC: GDHI) (http://www.gdfbhk.com), an international food and beverage distributor specializing in the Chinese market, today announces that it has released an electronic copy of the conference call held on Thursday, January 21st. This file is available following the link below: http://www.gdfbhk.com/investors.html

Mr. Frank Yglesias, CEO, & Mr. Cesar Cuenca, President, both stated, "We want to thank all the participants that dialed into our conference call line.  We hope that we were able to answer everyone's questions, if there were any participants or shareholders that were unable to ask any questions please feel free to call the company at 888-889-8185 or email us at ir@gdfbhk.com.  Once again, we want to thank all our shareholders for the confidence that they have bestowed us."

About Golden Dragon Holdings, Inc.

Golden Dragon Holdings, Inc. owns and operates Golden Dragon Food & Beverage Import & Export Company of Hong Kong, Ltd. (GDHK) in central Hong Kong and Beijing Flying Golden Dragon International Trading Co., Ltd in China (BFGD). Golden Dragon Holdings, Inc. has agreements with U.S. food manufacturers. GDHI acts as a buying agent for GDHK, negotiating vendor contracts and services with U.S. food and beverage industry partners. The Hong Kong Company plays a strategic role in the importation of products into the Chinese market by leveraging the Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement (CEPA) with China. Through this arrangement, Beijing Flying Golden Dragon International Trading Co., Ltd distributes some of the most popular U.S. food and beverage brand products directly into the hypermarkets, supermarkets and convenience stores in China. The Company is responsible for order fulfillment for its clients in China, as well as providing advertising and promotion (A&P) services for its U.S. food and beverage products.

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Information in this press release may contain 'forward-looking statements.' Statements describing objectives or goals or the Company's future plans are also forward-looking statements and are subject to risks and uncertainties, including the financial performance of the Company and market valuations of its stock, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. Forward-looking statements in this news release are made pursuant to the 'Safe Harbor' provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

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On newsstands January 26, 2010 -- Our most comforting food memories are not just about how something tasted, but how it smelled while it cooked. Bread baking, soup simmering, bacon frying... Our sense of smell is strongly tied to memory, and nothing smells more wonderful than comfort food. So breathe deep and get wrapped up in the sheer comfort of the 122 never-fail satisfying recipes and tips in the March 2010 issue of Taste of Home! From spectacular soups and sauces to bubbly mac and cheese and doughnuts to die for, the issue celebrates some of the best-loved comfort foods from the magazine's readers and editors.

Sauces and soups star in the comfort-food-memory hit parade

Simmering on the stove, their flavors melting and aromas melding, thick and hearty pasta sauces and mouthwatering soups have their places on almost everyone's list of comfort food memories. The March issue of Taste of Home says "Buon Appetito!" (page 25) with three savory, from-scratch Italian-style sauces that will have everyone shouting "Mangia!" – Pasta Alla Puttanesca (a zesty meal), Ragu Bolognese (the classic homemade spaghetti sauce), and Verde Sauce (hearty, robust garlic flavor perfect for shrimp, chicken or sausage). And since the recipes were all developed for slow-cookers, Taste of Home cuts the time, not the comfort, in "Soup's On!" (48). The hot and hearty semi-scratch soups featured on the cover all stir up fast and easy, including Chicken Tortilla Chowder, Tomato Tortellini, and French Onion.

Mac loves cheese: old favorite, new twists

Mac and cheese is terrific any way and any time, but there's just something extra special about it when it's homemade (69). In this issue, the classic gets deliciously updated with Ranch Mac & Cheese (a creamy twist on the original), Baked Mac & Cheese (a version of the classic that welcomes other ingredients like turkey or broccoli or any of the huge list of ideas for more mix-ins and twists), and Bistro Mac & Cheese (loaded with a four-cheese blend that feels upscale but won't bust your budget).

Blue-ribbon beef gets an "A"

Very few things get stomachs rumbling faster than the smell of sizzling ground beef, proven by the 12 remarkable prize-winning entrees in "Beef it Up" (53). They include a Roadside Diner Cheeseburger Quiche (tastes just like its burger counterpart but pretty enough to serve to guests), Chipotle Cheeseburgers, Cream Cheese and Swiss Lasagna, and especially grand prize winner Monica Flatford's (Knoxville, TN) Tacoritos. The meaty, mild Southwestern dish combines the delicious flavor of tacos with the heartiness of burritos and will put a smile on your family's faces just like it does hers.

Breads, doughnuts, and cupcakes smell so darn good!

Perhaps the only thing that warms the heart more than the smell of bread baking is having the kids help get the loaves in the oven. In "On the Rise" (38), your kids can learn to bake the French Loaves (just two hours start to finish) just like the kids in our story did for their mom to sell at a local farmer's market. And no kid (or adult) can resist acting like monkeys and picking off the gooey pieces that dot the perfect pull-apart Caramel-Pecan Monkey Bread in "Monkey Business" (36). Finally, "The Fine Art of Doughnut Making" (65) will make you forget any store-bought creation. Easy to make and picture perfect for breakfast and beyond, the blue-ribbon-winning First-Prize Doughnuts and Old-Time Cake Doughnuts are tasty, tender masterpieces.

And don't forget Valentine's Day! "All that and a Box of Cupcakes" (16) has a great idea for creating a rich decadent Box of Chocolate Cupcakes with three different fillings. There's even more online at http://tasteofhome.com/valentines as well as additional ideas for the magazine's features at http://tasteofhome.com/plus like doughnut trees and menu ideas for a fun pasta party.

And remember: Comfort is king in any language. In Mom's Best, read about a young man's memories of his Indian mother's comfort food (80). Try her terrific recipes like Chicken Korma and Minted Rice with Garbanzo Curry, as well as her heavenly authentic Curry Powder blend (39). These treasures from India could easily become some of your own family's comforting favorites.

About Taste of Home

Taste of Home is a leading multi-platform producer of information on food, cooking and entertaining, serving home cooks with engaging media that capture the joy and comfort received from food made with love.  Taste of Home publishes three magazines, including the flagship Taste of Home -- America's largest cooking magazine, with a circulation of 3.2 million -- Healthy Cooking and Simple & Delicious; top-selling bookazines; newsstand specials; and popular cookbooks.  Traffic on tasteofhome.com increased 166 percent, to 2 million monthly UVs, from December 2007 to December 2008.  Taste of Home is part of Food & Entertaining@RDA (The Reader's Digest Association, Inc.) More information can be found at http://www.tasteofhome.com.

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Ray Laferriere, president of Red Wheel Fundraising, has chosen one of the worst economies to grow his business. That's because the nation's only franchise that specializes in product fundraising has experienced some of the biggest demand for its programs in the company's 28-year history.

With plans to award additional franchises in Texas, the company is focusing initially on the Austin and Waco markets in an effort to aid non-profits, schools, churches and civic organizations where fundraising demands are on the rise. Laferriere said he is targeting entrepreneurs, community supporters and people who want to be their own boss as prospective franchise owners to join the network.

"It's easy to raise money for the new playground or send the school band to a parade when times are good and donations come easy," Laferriere says. "But when the economy is hurting, so are the programs that communities need the most."

Founded in 1982, Red Wheel Fundraising specializes in manufacturing and selling food products to non-profit organizations for fundraising efforts that keep those communities thriving. From its manufacturing plant in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Red Wheel Fundraising food is prepared and shipped to a network of franchises across 15 states to raise money for local programs.

"Waco and Austin are great cities for expansion and an opportunity for franchise owners who want to be in charge of their careers, set their own hours and make a difference," Laferriere said. With successful franchise owners in San Angelo and Denton, the popularity of the company's food as a way to help communities raise money has also begun to travel the state.

In 2008, charitable giving dropped by the largest percentage in 50 years, and the economy continued to decline in 2009. At the same time, Red Wheel Fundraising franchisees saw an increase in fundraising drives to fill those gaps.

"Despite the economic swings, schools still need computers, libraries still need books, athletic teams still need uniforms, and churches still plan mission trips," Laferriere explains. "Meanwhile, grocery sales have increased as families look to save money and eat at home. Buying food from Red Wheel Fundraising is a great way to do both."

And the plan is to do more of it in Texas.

About Red Wheel Fundraising:

Headquartered in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Red Wheel Fundraising is the nation's only product fundraising franchise opportunity. The company manufactures and sells food products to non-profit organizations for fundraising efforts with a franchise network in 15 states.  

Franchise Information:

Red Wheel Fundraising is actively selling franchises. If you are interested in changing your life and the lives of others, visit http://www.redwheelfundraising.com/franchise_information.html or call 1-800-235-7593.

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Atari, Inc., one of the world's most recognized videogame publishers, and Del Taco, the nation's No. 2 Mexican quick serve chain, announced today a special promotion allowing eager fans early access to the highly anticipated MMO, Star Trek Online. Created by acclaimed developers Cryptic Studios™, Star Trek Online for PC is set to release on February 2, 2010 in North America.  

Customers who purchase a Macho-sized drink at Del Taco will receive a free limited edition Star Trek collector's cup and a free trial of the Star Trek Online while supplies last. Each collector's cup will have an individual peel code that can be redeemed for a 48-hour free trial of Star Trek Online at http://www.startrekonline.com/deltaco. Customers can redeem up to four codes and receive 48-hours of gameplay with each code. As an added bonus, customers that redeem the maximum four codes will receive an extra 48-hours of access to the game for a total of 10 full days.

Additionally, if consumers choose to purchase the game after their free trial, they will receive a free Type-8 Shuttle "pet" add-on for their Starship, available exclusively from Del Taco.

"Early response to Star Trek Online has been tremendous," said Jim Wilson, CEO and President, Atari, Inc.  "Our partnership with Del Taco brings this unique sci-fi massively open online game to an even broader mainstream audience as well as avid Star Trek fans."

"We're excited to be partnering with Atari and the Star Trek franchise," said John Cappasola, vice president of marketing at Del Taco.  "We think our customers are going to enjoy the collectible cups as well as the opportunity to get a free trial of the Star Trek Online game.

In Star Trek Online, the Star Trek universe will appear for the first time on a truly massive scale. In this massively multiplayer online game, players can pioneer their own destiny as captain of a Federation ship or become a Klingon Warlord and expand the Empire to the far reaches of the galaxy. Players will visit iconic locations from the popular Star Trek fiction, travel to unexplored star systems and contact new alien species. Every moment spent playing Star Trek Online will feel like a new Star Trek episode in which you are the hero. Immerse yourself in the future of the Trek universe as it moves into the 25th century -- a time of shifting alliances and new discoveries. As the Captain of your very own ship, it's up to you to lead your crew on missions that span the galaxy.

Star Trek Online is a licensed product from CBS Consumer Products.  For more information, please visit: www.startrekonline.com

Videos, screens, and additional assets are available at the Atari press vault.  Log onto:  www.atari-press.com.

Del Taco (www.deltaco.com) is a leading national Mexican quick-serve chain with more than 500 restaurants in 18 states.

ABOUT ATARI, SA

Atari group is a global creator, producer and publisher of interactive entertainment for interactive game platforms that include PC, online, consoles from Microsoft, Nintendo and Sony and advanced smart phones (i.e. iPhone).  Divisions of Atari, SA include Cryptic Studios, Atari London Studio, Eden Studios, Atari Interactive, Inc. and Atari, Inc.

Atari benefits from its global brand and an extensive catalogue of popular games based on classic owned game franchises (Asteroids, Centipede, Missile Command, Lunar Lander), original owned franchises (Test Drive, Backyard Sports, Deer Hunter), MMO games from Cryptic Studios (Star Trek Online, Champions Online) and third party franchises (Ghostbusters, Project Runway, Dungeons and Dragons).

For more information please visit www.atari.com  

© 2010 Atari Europe SASU. All rights reserved.

Atari word mark and logo are trademarks owned by Atari Interactive, Inc.

© 2010 Paramount Pictures Corporation. TM, ® & © 2010 CBS Studios Inc. STAR TREK and related marks and logos are trademarks of CBS Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.

About Cryptic Studios

Based in Los Gatos, CA, Cryptic Studios is a leading developer of massively multiplayer online games committed to delivering the next level of MMO game play. Cryptic develops AAA titles for PC and consoles, including Star Trek Online and Champions Online. For more information on Cryptic Studios, please visit the official website at: www.crypticstudios.com.

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Mars Businesses Unite to Donate $475K to Haiti Relief Efforts

MCLEAN, Va., Jan. 20 /PRNewswire/  -- Mars, Incorporated announced today that its business units have committed to donations totaling $475,000 to organizations providing emergency relief and search and rescue services in Haiti following the devastating earthquake which struck last week.

"The hearts of Mars associates around the world go out to the people of Haiti," said Paul S. Michaels, president and chief executive of Mars, Incorporated.  "We are pleased that the efforts of our business units will make a difference in the lives of those that have suffered such a tragedy."

Through the combined efforts of Mars' business units, donations will be made to four organizations:

Red Cross - $345,000 will be donated to Red Cross, which is providing critical help to survivors, including food, water, medical care and other essential needs.

Search Dog Foundation - $120,000 will be given to the Search Dog Foundation, an organization sending special dog teams to Haiti to partner with firefighters and other first responders to find and rescue people who may be trapped in the rubble of collapsed buildings.

The American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) - $10,000 donated to the AVMF will support critical veterinary services to pets in Haiti, once immediate humanitarian efforts have stabilized.  

Humane Society International - Mars is donating pet food product and supplies as part of the Animal Relief Coalition for Haiti, which will provide assistance once immediate humanitarian efforts have stabilized.

Mars business units responsible for these contributions include: Mars Caribbean and Central American; Mars Canada; Mars Global Chocolate; Mars Petcare US; The Wrigley Company Foundation; The Nutro Company; and Banfield, The Pet Hospital.

As the emergency relief efforts continue over the coming weeks and months, the Mars businesses are prepared to engage in the long-term recovery efforts, including identifying further in-kind donations.

About Mars, Incorporated

Mars, Incorporated is a private, family-owned company founded in 1911 and employing over 65,000 associates at more than 230 sites, including 135 factories, in 68 countries worldwide. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, U.S.A., Mars, Incorporated is one of the world's largest food companies, generating global revenues of more than $30 billion annually and operating in six business segments: Chocolate, Petcare, Wrigley, Food, Drinks, and Symbioscience. These segments produce some of the world's leading brands: Chocolate – M&M'S®, SNICKERS®, DOVE®, GALAXY®, MARS®, MILKY WAY® and TWIX®; Petcare – Banfield, The Pet Hospital, PEDIGREE®, WHISKAS®, SHEBA®, CESAR®, ROYAL CANIN®, GREENIES®, and NUTRO®; Wrigley – ORBIT®, EXTRA®, STARBURST®, DOUBLEMINT® and SKITTLES®; Food – UNCLE BEN'S®, DOLMIO®, EBLY®, MASTERFOODS® and SEEDS OF CHANGE®; Drinks – KLIX® and FLAVIA®; Symbioscience – WISDOM PANEL™ Professional and WISDOM PANEL™ Insights, SERAMIS®, and CirkuHealth.

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Sodium consumption is a hot topic around the world and smart companies are working hard to adjust their recipes to find ways to have products that everyone can feel good about eating. There is one option that is all natural, low in sodium—40% to 70% less than table salt—and tastes good.

In 2004, Ocean's Flavor introduced the first and only natural low sodium sea salt. Total sales that year did not even reach $100.00. In fact, President Alan Fisher often jokes about not even being able to give it away. The food industry was geared to salt, salt and more salt. Certainly Ocean's Flavor was ahead of its time. Now that society has opened its eyes to the physical damage excessive salt can do to the body, we see all the salt producers scrambling to introduce their answers to the high sodium food problem we all face.

Because of Ocean's Flavor's patent other companies cannot produce what the FDA would classify as 100% natural salt. Instead, companies are offering chemically-altered salt.  Ocean's Flavor's only business is and has always been natural lower sodium sea salts.

"We are confident we have the answer to lowering the sodium levels in foods. Once you try and test Ocean's Flavor you too will have the answer to your high sodium food problem," says Fisher. "We need to let the industries know that Ocean's Flavor is synonymous with low sodium. It's our business and our ONLY business."

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) doesn't have regulatory authority to require manufacturers to change the amounts of salt in processed foods at this time, but the agency is conducting research in this area. Will the FDA require limits on the amount of salt in processed foods in the near future?

According to FDA's Consumer Updates page, (http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/), at this point in time the FDA's regulatory role is largely concerned with labeling:

Salt is regulated by FDA as a "generally recognized as safe" (GRAS) ingredient. FDA requires that sodium content be stated on food labels, [and] has implemented several labeling requirements related to sodium content of foods. FDA sets criteria for nutrient content claims that manufacturers make about foods. Examples are "low sodium" and "reduced in sodium."

Similarly, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) defines a product's claim of being "natural": A product containing no artificial ingredient or added color and is only minimally processed (a process which does not fundamentally alter the raw product) may be labeled natural. The label must explain the use of the term natural (such as - no added colorings or artificial ingredients; minimally processed).

"We are confident we have the ultimate and truly lasting answer to lowering the sodium levels in foods," said Fisher. "The earth gives us such wonderfully robust and sundry foods and flavors it's no wonder it would also provide a healthier, tasty alternative to chemically-produced salt substitutes." As opposed to salts produced and processed in a lab, Ocean's Flavor Natural Sea Salts are "harvested" with a patented all natural evaporation process. The process also maintains 84 necessary minerals for a balanced diet and healthy body.

Indeed, reduced sodium for health is currently one of the hottest topics in health news. Fisher criticizes the replacement of unhealthy sodium levels with chemically-produced or enhanced products.

"Today's consumers are savvy and will reject the added agents and excessive processing in substitutes," he said. "Quality food industry companies are ahead of the curve in pursuing natural lower sodium salts as ingredients in their global products."

Natural Certification:

• All salt supplied by Ocean's Flavor Foods LLC., is designated as containing NO artificial flavor, and has not added any artificial flavoring.
• All Ocean's Flavor sea salts are 100% natural.
• Ocean's Flavor Foods certifies that there are NO preservatives.
• Ocean's Flavor Foods certifies that our salts do not contain any genetically modified materials.

Please visit www.oceansflavor.com.

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China Marine Food Group Ltd. (NYSE Amex: CMFO), a China-based manufacturer of seafood-based snack foods and distributor of fresh and frozen marine catch, today announced that it entered into definitive agreements to sell 4,615,388 shares of common stock at a price of $6.50 per share.

Net proceeds, after underwriting discounts and commissions and before offering expenses payable by the Company, will be approximately $28,500,000. The offering is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close on January 25, 2010. The Company intends to use the net proceeds from this offering for working capital and general corporate purposes.

The shares are being sold under the Company's previously filed shelf registration statement that was declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 23, 2009. Global Hunter Securities LLC and Brean Murray Carret & Co., LLC acted as co-lead placement agents and joint book-running managers in the transaction.

This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities of the Company and there shall not be any sale of any such securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state or jurisdiction. A prospectus supplement related to the public offering will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Copies of the final prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus will be available on the SEC's website, http://www.sec.gov , and by contacting either Global Hunter Securities LLC at (949) 274-8044 or Brean Murray Carret & Co., LLC at (212) 702-6500.

About China Marine

China Marine Food Group Ltd. processes and distributes seafood-based snack foods, and fresh and frozen marine catch to seven provinces in the PRC. Founded in 1994, China Marine has grown steadily and positioned its "Mingxiang" brand as a category leader in 2,200 retail sales points in the PRC. The Company has received "The Famous Brand" and "Green Food" awards. Located in the Fujian province, it is one of the largest coastal provinces in the PRC and a vital navigation hub between the East China Sea and the South China Sea. The Company is committed to the highest standard of quality control with the ISO9001, ISO14001, HACCP certification and EU export registration.

FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS

This release contains certain "forward-looking statements" relating to the business of China Marine Food Group Limited and its subsidiary companies, which can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "believes, expects" or similar expressions. Such forward looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, including all business uncertainties relating to product development, marketing, concentration in a single customer, raw material costs, market acceptance, future capital requirements, competition in general and other factors that may cause actual results to be materially different from those described herein as anticipated, believed, estimated or expected. Certain of these risks and uncertainties are or will be described in greater detail in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. China Marine Food Group Limited is under no obligation to (and expressly disclaims any such obligation to) update or alter its forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state or jurisdiction.

    For more information, please contact:

    COMPANY
     Marco Hon Wai Ku, CFO
     Suite 815, 8th Floor
     Ocean Centre, Harbour City
     Kowloon, HONG KONG
     Tel:   +852-2111-8768
     Email: marco.ku@china-marine.cn
     Web:   http://www.china-marine.cn

    INVESTOR RELATIONS
     John Mattio, SVP
     HC International, New York
     Tel:   +1-203-616-5144 (U.S.)
     Email: john.mattio@hcinternational.net
     Web:   http://www.hcinternational.net

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Weight Watchers International, Inc. (NYSE: WTW), the global leader in weight-management services, today announced it has filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York for injunctive relief and damages against Jenny Craig, Inc. ("Jenny Craig").  Weight Watchers seeks to prohibit Jenny Craig from continuing its current false and misleading advertising campaign, which makes deceptive claims about the success of their program versus the Weight Watchers program that are not supported by fact or science.

Jenny Craig is currently running an advertising campaign that seeks to mislead and deceive consumers into believing Jenny Craig's claims are based on a head-to-head scientific study comparing Weight Watchers current weight-loss program and Jenny Craig's pre-packaged meals system.  No such study was done or exists and the claims made in these ads are not supported by fact or science.

The complaint states that to support Jenny Craig's claims, generally accepted standards of biomedical research require Jenny Craig to compare the two current offerings of both companies through a head-to-head randomized clinical trial.  The ads mislead consumers into believing such a trial has taken place.  Rather, Jenny Craig chose to make a purported scientific claim by twisting the findings of an irrelevant 10-year-old Weight Watchers study against a new Jenny Craig study, instead of running a head-to-head clinical trial which Jenny Craig was free to do.  In fact, neither of the two studies cited by Jenny Craig, both of which were conducted with different research purposes and protocols, actually compares the efficacy or success of Jenny Craig to Weight Watchers.

"It is outrageous that Jenny Craig is trying to trick and fool consumers through this blatantly misleading advertising campaign, which makes clearly false and unsupported claims.  Not only do the cited studies fail to support any sort of superiority or efficacy claim against Weight Watchers offerings, past or present, but also Jenny Craig is well aware of the fact the Weight Watchers program, service and product offerings have changed significantly over the past decade.  The fact that Jenny Craig chose to deceptively try to compare themselves to Weight Watchers in a manner that is clearly unsupported by fact or science suggests to us a lack of confidence in their own current offerings," said David Kirchhoff, Weight Watchers President and Chief Executive Officer.

Mr. Kirchhoff continued, "Putting aside Jenny Craig's deceptive marketing practices, the fact remains that Weight Watchers is unique in its approach to help its members achieve healthy and sustainable weight loss through our focus on education, behavior change, exercise and support.  Weight Watchers does not require the purchase of pre-packaged meals to lose weight.  Instead, it is the philosophy of Weight Watchers to help people learn how to make food and lifestyle choices in the real world in order to achieve real and lasting weight loss results.  For more than 45 years, Weight Watchers has been the gold standard for successful weight loss programs.  We simply cannot stand aside and watch a competitor distort the truth and mislead consumers in such a blatant and disreputable way."

The lawsuit also explains in detail that Weight Watchers is now on its 4th generation program since the decade-old program examined in the Weight Watchers study that Jenny Craig is using to deceive consumers.  Each generation of the Weight Watchers program has allowed the Company to incorporate the latest science and make its program more flexible and livable so it can translate into real world results for consumers.  In addition, Weight Watchers has made substantial innovations over the last decade in its service, product and other offerings such as its Monthly Pass offering, now used by over 60 percent of Weight Watchers members in Company-owned locations, that combines unlimited Weight Watchers classes with a robust suite of internet tools and content.

About Weight Watchers International, Inc.

Weight Watchers International, Inc. is the world's leading provider of weight management services, operating globally through a network of Company-owned and franchise operations. Weight Watchers holds over 50,000 weekly meetings where members receive group support and learn about healthy eating patterns, behavior modification and physical activity. WeightWatchers.com provides innovative, subscription weight management products over the Internet and is the leading Internet-based weight management provider in the world.  In addition, Weight Watchers offers a wide range of products, publications and programs for those interested in weight loss and weight control.

This news release and any attachments include "forward-looking statements," within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or the Exchange Act, including, in particular, earnings guidance and any statements about the Company's plans, strategies and prospects. The Company generally uses the words "may," "will," "could," "expect," "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "plan," "intend" and similar expressions in this news release and any attachments to identify forward-looking statements. The Company bases these forward-looking statements on its current views with respect to future events and financial performance. Actual results could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions, including, among other things: competition from other weight management industry participants or the development of more effective or more favorably perceived weight management methods; the Company's ability to continue to develop innovative new services and products and enhance its existing services and products, or the failure of its services and products to continue to appeal to the market; the effectiveness of the Company's marketing and advertising programs; the impact on the Weight Watchers brand of actions taken by the Company's franchisees and licensees; risks and uncertainties associated with the Company's international operations, including economic, political and social risks and foreign currency risks; the Company's ability to successfully make acquisitions or enter into joint ventures, including its ability to successfully integrate, operate or realize the projected benefits of such businesses; uncertainties related to a downturn in general economic conditions or consumer confidence; the seasonal nature of the Company's business; the impact of events that discourage people from gathering with others; the Company's ability to enforce its intellectual property rights both domestically and internationally, as well as the impact of its involvement in any claims related to intellectual property rights; uncertainties regarding the satisfactory operation of the Company's information technology or systems; risks associated with unauthorized penetration of the Company's information security; the impact of disputes with the Company's franchise operators; the  impact of existing and future laws and regulations; the impact of the Company's debt service obligations and restrictive debt covenants; the possibility that the interests of the Company's majority owner will conflict with the other holders of the Company's common stock; and other risks and uncertainties, including those detailed from time to time in the Company's periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. You should not put undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. You should understand that many important factors, including those discussed herein, could cause the Company's results to differ materially from those expressed or suggested in any forward-looking statement. Except as required by law, the Company does not undertake any obligation to update or revise these forward-looking statements to reflect new information or events or circumstances that occur after the date of this news release or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events or otherwise. Readers are advised to review the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (which are available from the SEC's EDGAR database at www.sec.gov, at various SEC reference facilities in the United States and via the Company's website at www.weightwatchersinternational.com).

SOURCE Weight Watchers International, Inc.

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The American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM), a leading organization of some of the country's top physicians committed to preventing disease and promoting health, has officially endorsed the NuVal Nutritional Scoring System as an easy and effective way to help consumers learn about the foods they buy.

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NuVal gives all foods a score from 1 to 100; the higher the score, the higher the food's overall nutrition. All NuVal scores are provided on the supermarket shelf, making it easy for consumers to compare the overall nutrition of the foods they buy at a glance.

"ACPM supports evidence-based and meaningful nutrition labeling that can guide consumers to healthier eating," said ACPM President Mark B. Johnson, MD, MPH, FACPM. "ACPM has reviewed the NuVal nutritional rating system and found that it meets the ACPM criteria for support."

Johnson noted that with the rising rates of obesity and diabetes, NuVal could be helpful in guiding people to the most nutritious food in a supermarket. "We believe that arming consumers with easy-to-understand, at-a-glance information about the nutritional quality of the food they purchase, at the point of purchase, can have a significant impact on changing their eating behaviors," Johnson said. Johnson added that ACPM received no financial compensation for its endorsement, which was purely merit based.

This marks the first time an independent medical/public health organization with national stature has endorsed a non-federal nutrition guidance system, said Dr. David Katz, director and co-founder of the Yale Prevention Research Center and one of the principal inventors behind the NuVal system.

"When we created NuVal, our primary goal was to address the public health crisis related to food choices, including obesity and diabetes, with a simple solution that was accessible to everyone," Dr. Katz said. "We feel we have created that in NuVal and are delighted to gain the acceptance of an organization that shares our passion for health promotion."

An emerging player in the growing "food ranking" industry, NuVal is currently in use in more than 525 supermarkets in 18 states. The system is on the shelves of all Price Chopper, Hy-Vee and Meijer supermarkets, and will be on the shelves of United Supermarkets in March. The system is based on a complex algorithm that takes more than 30 different nutrients into account when developing a Score. The system itself was created by Dr. Katz and a team of a dozen health and nutrition experts over a two-year period.

"It's our sophisticated simplicity that keeps NuVal essential and accessible at the same time," said NuVal President Nancy McDermott. "We're both grateful and proud to receive the backing of the ACPM, which validates the hard work we do at NuVal every day to give guidance through the grocery store and help consumers find the best foods."

The ACPM endorsement comes in the wake of a new study from Harvard which links NuVal's scores to health outcomes. In short, the study demonstrated that the more someone filled their diets with high scoring items, the less likely they were to encounter ailments such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

ACPM President Johnson said that while there is a growing number of food ranking systems available to retailers and consumers, they chose to endorse NuVal because it was developed without influence from food manufacturers, met ACPM's standards for scientific rigor, applies to all foods, and demonstrated an ability to positively influence consumers' purchasing habits.

"Because of NuVal's independence from food manufacturers, for its objectivity, for its basis in health outcomes, we are glad to endorse the system," Johnson said. "The system's independence earns trust, and its scientific basis and pedigree have earned its reliability."

About NuVal:

The NuVal Nutritional Scoring System is powered by the Overall Nutritional Quality Index (ONQI™), a patent-pending algorithm for measuring the nutritional quality of foods and beverages. Developed by an independent team of top nutrition and public health experts, the NuVal System scores foods and beverages based on more than 30 different nutrients and nutrition factors – everything from fiber and vitamins to fat and sodium. Visitors to the NuVal website (www.nuval.com) can find sample scores in a variety of categories. The ONQI algorithm was created independent of financing and influence from food and beverage manufacturers.

NuVal Scores can be found in participating grocery stores, where they are posted on shelf tags next to the product price and on in-store signage.  NuVal is currently used in Price Chopper, Hy-Vee and Meijer Supermarkets, and will soon be seen in United Supermarkets. NuVal is a joint venture formed in 2008 by Topco Associates, LLC, and Griffin Hospital of Derby, Conn., a non-profit community hospital and home to the Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center.

Retailers interested in learning more about the NuVal System can contact NuVal LLC at partners@NuVal.com or (781) 228-5800.

About the American College of Preventive Medicine

The American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM) is the national professional society for physicians committed to disease prevention and health promotion. ACPM was established in 1954. Its 2,400 members are engaged in preventive medicine practice, teaching and research. Specialists in preventive medicine are uniquely trained in both clinical medicine and public health. They have the skills needed to understand and reduce the risks of disease, disability and death in individuals and in population groups. To learn more about the College, visit http://www.acpm.org/.

SOURCE NuVal

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Glory Foods, the category leader in Southern-style, heat-and-serve canned vegetables , will donate more than 7,000 cans of its Sensibly Seasoned Black Bean product to Feed The Children for victims effected by Tuesday's earthquake near Haiti's capital, Port-Au-Prince.

Glory Foods will hand over the donation to Feed The Children out of its Grand Prairie, Texas warehouse next week.  The 7,000+ cans equal more than 40 pallets with each pallet holding 170 cases of canned food items. Glory Foods' Sensibly Seasoned Black Bean products contain Protein, Calcium and Iron – essentials for victims' survival.

"When I heard about this tragedy, I was immediately moved to do something along with the rest of the world," said Jacqueline Neal, President of Glory Foods.  "Glory Foods is committed to every neighborhood it serves here and abroad."

About Feed The Children

Founded in 1979, Feed The Children is consistently ranked as one of the 10 largest international charities in the U.S., based on private, non-government support. Feed The Children is a Christian, international, nonprofit relief organization with headquarters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, that delivers food, medicine, clothing and other necessities to individuals, children and families who lack these essentials due to famine, war, poverty or natural disasters. Since its founding, the organization has reached out to help those in need in the US and in 119 countries around the globe. For more information, please visit www.FeedtheChildren.org.

About Glory Foods

Founded in 1989, Glory Foods is the category leader in Southern-style, heat-and-serve products including seasoned canned vegetables, cooking bases and fresh greens. Its Southern-style vegetables and side dishes are staples in American homes and offer convenient meal-planning solutions for busy families. Glory Foods is a private, minority-controlled business based in Columbus, Ohio. For more information, visit  www.GloryFoods.com.

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After serving ten years as President and Chief Executive Officer of Blue Diamond Growers, Doug Youngdahl will retire at the end of the cooperative's Centennial year in 2010.

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In a letter to over half of California's almond growers who own the cooperative, Youngdahl reflected, "I'm proud of the results achieved by your Blue Diamond team during the past decade.  It is a privilege to have had stewardship over a team that has demonstrated an ever-increasing talent and desire to succeed in support of our growers."

Youngdahl is credited for his market leadership that brought confidence and optimism to an almond industry that was undervaluing the crop as its size continued to more than double over the last decade.  His mantra became, "As almond supply becomes available, global consumption will readily follow."

Indeed it did as a comparison of Blue Diamond's annual reports in 2009 versus 2001 illustrate, net sales and other revenue nearly doubled in 2009 to $709 million while payments and allocations to growers more than doubled from 2001.

Industry-leading returns are partly attributed to a streamlined operation with cost reductions and improved efficiencies throughout.  Last fiscal year, company equity reached a record high of $126 million and retained grower earnings used to finance the cooperative were at 3 1/2 % compared to the prior decade at 6%.  Payments to growers have also been accelerated.

A stellar performance by Blue Diamond's Consumer Retail and Natural Food Business that introduced innovative almond products and extended existing product lines in newly targeted markets is also credited for adding to the cooperative's grower return on investment.  Between 2002 and 2009, these sales alone resulted in a 600 percent increase.

Industrial and export sales also broke all previous shipment records as 2008 crop industry figures indicate a 115 percent increase in sales to China, a 51 percent jump in the Middle East and a 19 percent leap in India.  Blue Diamond's current 2009 crop sales continue to push records in the retail, industrial and export markets.

Other highlights of the last decade include the implementation of an aggressive pasteurization program, installation of new technologies in plant operations and customized information systems for growers, sales teams and others to increase profitability.

According to Blue Diamond Chairman of the Board Clinton Shick, a grower from McFarland, "While Blue Diamond has excellent internal candidates, the board will fulfill its fiduciary responsibility to conduct an extensive executive search.  An announcement will be made once the board completes its thorough search before the November annual meeting."

"We are in an envious position of being able to continue to build upon our hard-earned strengths and opportunities," Shick told a group of liaison committee growers.  "Your board and management team has worked together over the last decade making strategically significant decisions for competing in a dynamic food industry.  We will now begin a search for a candidate who will take our 100-year old cooperative to an even higher level of achievements over the next decade."

In his letter to members, President and CEO Youngdahl concluded saying, "Consistent with my commitment to you, our employees and our customers, I will not leave my post until the Board feels comfortable that they have my replacement on the job and up to speed."

SOURCE Blue Diamond Growers

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Seneca Foods Corporation ( SENEA, SENEB) will release its third quarter fiscal 2010 earnings for the period ended December 26, 2009 on Monday, February 1, 2010. In conjunction with this release, Seneca will host a conference call on Tuesday, February 2 beginning at 1:00 p.m. EST, which will be done telephonically live. Kraig Kayser, President and CEO, and Roland Breunig, CFO, will host the call.

The live broadcast of the conference call is available by dialing (866) 261-3331 (conference ID 1419212).  If you are unable to listen to the live conference call, a replay will be available on Wednesday, February 3, 2010, please visit www.senecafoods.com and click on "Company Profile" and then "Investor Information". This replay will be available for one week.

About Seneca Foods Corporation

Seneca Foods is one of the country's largest processors of canned fruits and vegetables with manufacturing facilities located throughout the United States. Its products are sold under the Libby's, Aunt Nellie's Farm Kitchen, Stokely's, READ, and Seneca labels as well as through the private label and industrial markets. In addition, under an alliance with General Mills Operations, LLC, a successor to the Pillsbury Company and a subsidiary of General Mills, Inc., Seneca produces canned and frozen vegetables, which are sold by General Mills Operations, LLC under the Green Giant label. Seneca's common stock is traded on the Nasdaq Global Stock Market under the symbols "SENEA" and "SENEB".

SOURCE Seneca Foods Corporation

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Beginning today, McDonald's restaurants across the U.S. will offer free Wi-Fi including more than 600 McDonald's restaurants in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura counties.

One in six reported Wi-Fi hotspots in the U.S. are located at McDonald's**, making McDonald's the leading provider of out-of-home Wi-Fi hotspots nationwide.  

"McDonald's is committed to providing our customers with quality, convenience and service all at a great value," said Neal Ruby, McDonald's owner/operator and president of the McDonald's Operators' Association of Southern California (MOASC). "Free Wi-Fi is just another way we are bringing greater value to our customers, when they need it the most."

Customers can access free Wi-Fi at McDonald's by opening their browser, connecting to the access point and accepting the agreement terms.  The addition of free Wi-Fi now provides even greater value to McDonald's customers in the Southland all day, every day.

MOASC is comprised of over 600 franchised and company-owned McDonald's restaurants in the counties of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura. Follow us on Twitter: @McDonalds_SoCal.

** As of Dec. 31 Jiwire.com reported 68,609 hotspots in the U.S. (paid and free), McD’s has 11,000+ Wi-Fi enabled restaurants. This means that McDonald’s represents over 16+% of reported U.S. hotspots.

SOURCE McDonald's Operators' Association of Southern California

Recognizing that salt consumption has long been a concern in matters of health, Boar's Head, one of the nation's leading manufacturers of deli meats and cheeses, reaffirms its commitment to wellness with a campaign that encourages salt sensible food choices. "Launch Your Assault on Salt," offers consumers who have concerns about their salt intake with advice about food options that fit their needs and shows them how, when managed wisely, it can be part of a healthy diet.

This effort builds on the Boar's Head long standing commitment to producing healthy, high quality, great-tasting foods, which include a range of lower sodium options, and have long been part of the company's offerings. The campaign also encourages moderation, common sense and healthful choices which include balancing Boar's Head products with fruits, vegetables and whole grains.

Timed for the start of the year, when people are making resolutions to eat better, the campaign shows how Boar's Head fits into a healthy lifestyle via a brochure and a section on the company's website where recipes, tips and strategies help consumers get "salt sensible." Included in the brochure is a chart listing Boar's Head meats and cheeses that are no salt added, low sodium, and lower sodium, including some of the brand's most popular products such as 42% Lower Sodium Deluxe Ham, Golden Classic 42% Lower Sodium Oven Roasted Chicken Breast, No Salt Added Swiss Cheese, and Lite Beef Frankfurters.

"The chart can be part of the consumers' arsenal for making sound food choices," explains Boar's Head Director of Communications, RuthAnn LaMore. "Best of all, consumers always tell us that our lower sodium products are still very flavorful, and that's because the pure nature of our high quality meats and cheeses allows their natural flavor to shine through."

This most recent effort builds on the company's longstanding commitment to meet consumers' health and nutrition needs. Boar's' Head has worked with the American Heart Association's Food Certification Program. The American Heart Association's distinctive red and white heart-check mark can be displayed on food items that have been screened and verified to meet the American Heart Association's certification criteria for saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium. Thirty Boar's Head products proudly feature the heart-check mark.

As part of their dedication to cause marketing sponsorships, Boar's Head has been an ongoing supporter to a number of other national organizations including, Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, Feingold Association, Celiac Sprue Association, and the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness.

    For More Information, Contact:
    RuthAnn LaMore
    Director of Communications
    Boar's Head Provisions Co., Inc.
    RuthAnn.LaMore@boarshead.com
    P: 941-955-0994

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Seneca Foods Corporation ( SENEA, SENEB) will release its third quarter fiscal 2010 earnings for the period ended December 26, 2009 on Monday, February 1, 2010. In conjunction with this release, Seneca will host a conference call on Tuesday, February 2 beginning at 1:00 p.m. EST, which will be done telephonically live. Kraig Kayser, President and CEO, and Roland Breunig, CFO, will host the call.

The live broadcast of the conference call is available by dialing (866) 261-3331 (conference ID 1419212).  If you are unable to listen to the live conference call, a replay will be available on Wednesday, February 3, 2010, please visit www.senecafoods.com and click on "Company Profile" and then "Investor Information". This replay will be available for one week.

About Seneca Foods Corporation

Seneca Foods is one of the country's largest processors of canned fruits and vegetables with manufacturing facilities located throughout the United States. Its products are sold under the Libby's, Aunt Nellie's Farm Kitchen, Stokely's, READ, and Seneca labels as well as through the private label and industrial markets. In addition, under an alliance with General Mills Operations, LLC, a successor to the Pillsbury Company and a subsidiary of General Mills, Inc., Seneca produces canned and frozen vegetables, which are sold by General Mills Operations, LLC under the Green Giant label. Seneca's common stock is traded on the Nasdaq Global Stock Market under the symbols "SENEA" and "SENEB".

SOURCE Seneca Foods Corporation

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WAT-AAH!, the first functional bottled water marketed to kids will be joining City Year's "Day of Service" honoring the work and life of Dr. Martin Luther King. WAT-AAH! will be the official beverage for the events in New York City and Philadelphia, supplying water for the thousands of expected attendees and volunteers committed to do a "Day of Service" . Volunteers will be executing construction projects for libraries and classrooms, painting inspirational murals, packaging food for those in need, and many other projects to enhance the community.

Rose Cameron, founder and CEO of WAT-AAH! says, "We are proud to be affiliated with City Year during this momentous day. Our company is looking forward to volunteering, and of course providing WAT-AAH!, ensuring that the volunteers are properly hydrated while working hard on their projects, and reminding the kids the importance of healthy hydration."

"WAT-AAH's generous support of City Year New York and City Year Philadelphia's celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. 'Day of Service' is a true testament to the power in private and public partnerships. It is through these relationships -- between corporations and non-profits -- that we can see real change in the communities in which we live and work," says Itai Dinour, Executive Director of City Year New York.

About WAT-AAH!

WAT-AAH! is a NYC based company founded by Rose Cameron and her son Jack in June 2008. The brand's mission is to reverse the behavior and dependency on sweetened drinks, particularly soda, among America's youth. WAT-AAH! was founded on the basis that sugar is the biggest culprit of the growing obesity epidemic, which is now threatening the lives of today's kids. Rose, utilizing her marketing and branding experience, worked alongside Jack to create a brand of water "cool" enough to convince kids to switch away from soda and other sugar-laden beverages. WAT-AAH! is currently available in 36 states along the east coast and southern regions of the U.S. at Whole Foods and other premium stores .  WAT-AAH! will be available in the entire United States by Spring 2010.

About City Year

City Year was founded in 1988, by Michael Brown and Alan Khazei, who felt strongly that young people in service could be a powerful resource for addressing our nation's most pressing issues with the belief that one person can make a difference.  Sharing the vision that one day, service will be a common expectation – and a real opportunity – for citizens all around the world. City Year has locations across the United States including: New York, Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, Little Rock, Los Angeles, Miami, Milwaukee, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, San Antonio, San Jose, Seattle, South Carolina, as well as in South Africa.

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The first-ever WCCO Radio Let's Kick Hunger Day Radiothon to benefit Taste of the NFL and Second Harvest Heartland raised in excess of $190,000, including pledges from 1,111 Hunger Heroes.  Taste of the NFL is a local organization that raises awareness and funds for hunger relief organizations nationally, and Second Harvest Heartland, is the upper Midwest's largest hunger relief organization.

"Prior to the event, the goal was 830 donors to commit to becoming a Hunger Hero and make a contribution of $120 or more," said Wayne Kostroski, founder and executive director of Taste of the NFL. "Because of the tremendous support for Let's Kick Hunger Day from the community, local companies, the Governor's office and WCCO Radio, we surpassed our goal.  We were able to secure a significant donation and 100 percent of net proceeds from the radiothon will go directly to food banks."  

"WCCO radio has a long history of community service in the state of Minnesota," said Mick Anselmo, Senior Vice President, Market Manager of CBS Radio Minneapolis. "Our decision to build an event that addresses the real need of hunger was important and relevant in our community and around the country. Partnering with the Taste of the NFL and Second Harvest Heartland as the recipients of our Radiothon was an easy decision for WCCO radio and CBS Minneapolis. We look forward to continuing to support the fight against hunger."

Second Harvest Heartland will receive 50 percent of the net proceeds. The remaining 50 percent will be donated to Taste of the NFL-associated food banks in the 31 NFL markets.

"We are always humbled by the outpouring of community support in the ongoing fight to end hunger," said Rob Zeaske, executive director of Second Harvest Heartland. "Because of the incredible generosity of individuals and organizations alike, the radiothon was a tremendous success for the countless men, women and children here in the Heartland and across the country who struggle to put enough food on the table. We are deeply grateful to everyone who participated in Let's Kick Hunger Day."

Let's Kick Hunger Day was made possible by WCCO Radio, Taste of the NFL and Second Harvest Heartland.  Sponsored by local food companies Cargill, General Mills and Land O'Lakes, the 13-hour WCCO Radio Let's Kick Hunger Day Radiothon took place on Friday, Jan. 8 at Mall of America in the Best Buy® Rotunda where celebrity guests Chef Bobby Flay, Allison Sweeney, Randall McDaniel, Matt Birk, Matt Blair and 2009 Miss America Katie Stam participated in the donation drive. Other local companies that joined the fight against hunger and made this radiothon possible include, Cub Foods, By the Yard, Vanguard Travel, Mall of America and News Radio 830 WCCO.

Donations can still be made at www.LetsKickHungerDay.com.

About WCCO Radio

WCCO Radio has a storied history of community service in the state of Minnesota and since its inception is a respected and important part of the fabric of life in Minnesota.  WCCO Radio is dedicated to helping our hometown community by assisting in the fight against hunger.  Through community partnerships and our listener's generosity WCCO Radio has been able to raise millions of dollars to help aid in the fight against hunger.  For more information, visit www.wccoradio.com.

About Taste of the NFL

Hunger Related Events (HRE) is a 501 c 3 that serves as the governing body of the Taste of the NFL and exists to raise awareness and dollars for hunger relief organizations involved in tackling hunger in America. Taste of the NFL addresses the needs of the hungry and homeless by raising awareness and money through special events and programs. Founded in 1992, the Minneapolis-based Taste of the NFL has distributed more than $8 million to local and national food banks across the country. For more information, visit www.TasteoftheNFL.com.

About Second Harvest Heartland

Second Harvest Heartland is the Upper Midwest's largest hunger-relief organization, with a mission of ending hunger through community partnerships. A record 50 million pounds of grocery products were distributed in 2009 to hungry seniors, families and children through nearly 1,000 non-profit member agencies and programs, including food shelves, soup kitchens, shelters, senior centers, faith-based organizations, and children's after-school programs serving 59 counties in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. For each $1 donated, Second Harvest Heartland can distribute more than $9 worth of donated grocery products for those in need. For more information, visit www.2harvest.org or call 651.484.5117.

About General Mills

General Mills has worked with Feeding America to alleviate hunger for more than 30 years and in the past decade, General Mills product donations have exceeded $168 million dollars. For more information on how General Mills nourishes communities visit: www.generalmills.com/foundation.

About Cargill

Cargill has contributed more than $27 million in the past three years to help improve people's nutrition and health. Working with international organizations like the World Food Programme, Cargill has supported nutrition, health and school feeding programs for more than 50,000 children in Indonesia and Nicaragua. Closer to home, Cargill's donation of nearly $2.5 million to Feeding America and its affiliates includes more than 19 million pounds of fresh produce. For more information visit: www.cargill.com/corporate-responsibility.

About Land O'Lakes

Land O'Lakes recently launched Feeding Our Communities to help alleviate hunger locally, nationally and internationally. Land O'Lakes also has pledged up to $1 million for hunger programs in rural communities, an area often overlooked. A new initiative – "First Run" – is delivering an additional truckload – approximately 20 tons – of fresh products each month to hunger relief programs. For more information, visit: www.landolakesinc.com.

SOURCE Taste of the NFL

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http://www.TasteoftheNFL.com

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (NYSE: KKD) today announced that its Board of Directors has adopted a Shareholder Protection Rights Agreement to replace the Company's existing Rights Plan, which will expire on January 18, 2010.

"The new Rights Plan was adopted to deter abusive takeover tactics, but it was not adopted in response to any specific effort to acquire control of the Company.  The Company's current market capitalization makes the Company and its shareholders especially vulnerable to a creeping acquisition of control whereby a person can acquire a substantial percentage of the Company's outstanding stock prior to making any public disclosure regarding its control intent and without paying a control premium.  Krispy Kreme believes the new Rights Plan, like the existing Rights Plan, will provide the Board of Directors with negotiating leverage if a third party offers to acquire the Company at a price that would not provide shareholders with the full value of their investment.  The issuance of the rights has no dilutive effect, will not affect reported earnings per share and is not taxable to Krispy Kreme or its shareholders," said Jim Morgan, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer of the Company.

In connection with the adoption of the new Rights Plan, the Company's Board of Directors declared a dividend of one right on each outstanding share of the Company's common stock.  The dividend will be paid on January 19, 2010 to shareholders of record on January 18, 2010.  The rights will trade with, and be represented by, the existing common stock and no further action by shareholders is necessary unless and until a triggering event occurs and the rights become exercisable.  Should the rights become exercisable, the Company will notify shareholders.

The mechanics of the new Rights Plan are similar to the existing Rights Plan.  In general terms, and as in the existing Rights Plan, the rights that will be issued under the new Rights Plan are not exercisable until such time as a person or group becomes the beneficial owner of 15 percent or more of the Company's common stock immediately following the expiration of the existing Rights Plan.  The rights may cause substantial dilution to a person or group that acquires 15% or more of the Company's common stock unless the rights are first redeemed by the Board of Directors.  Unlike the existing Rights Plan (which had a ten-year term), the new Rights Plan only has a three-year term.

A letter to shareholders regarding the Rights Plan and a summary of certain terms of the Rights Agreement will be mailed to shareholders on or about January 19, 2010.

About Krispy Kreme

Krispy Kreme is a leading branded retailer and wholesaler of high-quality doughnuts and packaged sweets, including its Original Glazed® doughnut.  Headquartered in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, the Company has offered the highest-quality doughnuts and great-tasting coffee since it was founded in 1937.  Today, Krispy Kreme can be found in over 560 locations in 18 countries around the world.  Visit us at www.KrispyKreme.com.

Information contained in this press release, other than historical information, should be considered forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.  Forward-looking statements are based on management’s beliefs, assumptions and expectations of our future economic performance, considering the information currently available to management.  These statements are not statements of historical fact.  Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause our actual results, performance or financial condition to differ materially from the expectations of future results, performance or financial condition we express or imply in any forward-looking statements.  The words “believe,” “may,” “could,” “will,” “should,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “objective,” “seek,” “strive” or similar words, or the negative of these words, identify forward-looking statements.  Factors that could contribute to these differences include, but are not limited to: the quality of Company and franchise store operations; our ability, and our dependence on the ability of our franchisees, to execute on our and their business plans; our relationships with our franchisees; our ability to implement our international growth strategy; our ability to implement our new domestic operating model; currency, economic, political and other risks associated with our international operations; the price and availability of raw materials needed to produce doughnut mixes and other ingredients; compliance with government regulations relating to food products and franchising; our relationships with off-premises customers; our ability to protect our trademarks and trade secrets; risks associated with our high levels of indebtedness; restrictions on our operations and compliance with covenants contained in our secured credit facilities; changes in customer preferences and perceptions; and risks associated with competition. These and other risks and uncertainties, which are described in more detail in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and other reports and statements filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, are difficult to predict, contain uncertainties that may materially affect actual results and may be beyond the Company’s control, and could cause actual results and developments to be materially different from those expressed or implied by any of these forward-looking statements.  New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for management to predict all such factors or to assess the impact of each such factor on the Company.  Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made, and the Company does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which such statement is made.

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Wow Bao, a Chicago-based Lettuce Entertain You Enterprise, Inc. (LEYE) restaurant concept specializing in steamed Asian buns or "bao," today announced the availability of its new mobile ordering application on the Apple App Store. The app allows consumers to customize, order and pay for their meal from their iPhone or iPod touch. Developed by Wow Bao's online and mobile ordering solutions partner Exit41, the Wow Bao app is the first of several new LEYE ordering apps to launch in early 2010.

"First we gave our customers the convenience of ordering online, and now with the iPhone customers have access to our menu anytime, anywhere," said Geoff Alexander, vice president and managing partner, Wow Bao. "Not only does this application make ordering easier for our customers, Exit41 integrates directly with our POS, making it easy to fit this into our daily operations."  

Exit41's custom-branded mobile iPhone application is the latest addition to their Enterprise Suite of ordering products for restaurants. Using a real time point of sale integration approach, the iPhone app shows current menu, prices and taxes as well as previous orders and preferences.  Key features of the iPhone app include:

• Stored account information for quick login
• GPS-enabled restaurant locator, complete with map and directions
• Streamlined menu presentation for ease of ordering and customizing of items
• Stored, secured credit card info for one-click payment

"With over 40 million iPhone users and a high consumer demand for delivery and takeout meals, mobile ordering is a tremendous opportunity for restaurants," said Joseph Gagnon, chief executive officer of Exit41. "We expect our mobile applications to become an increasingly important way for consumers to order food from their favorite restaurants – and a significant portion of our business in 2010."   

About Wow Bao

Wow Bao, a LEYE restaurant, specializes in savory steamed buns – a favorite portable snack throughout Asia, potstickers, fresh soups and salads, rice bowls, and homemade fresh ginger ale.  A major "fast food" throughout Asia, our bao is available in 10 varieties including BBQ Pork, Thai Curry Chicken, Spicy Mongolian Beef and Whole Wheat Edamame, Vegetable. To help start the day off healthy and delicious, Wow Bao offers three flavors of breakfast bao: Bacon, Egg and Cheese, Spicy Sichuan Sausage, and Egg, Spinach and Mushroom.  And for the dessert lover in us all, Wow Bao features Coconut Custard and Chocolate bao. www.wowbao.com, http://twitter.com/Baomouth, www.leye.com, http://www.facebook.com/hotasianbuns

About Exit41, Inc.

Exit41 is a global market leader for integrated Online, Mobile, and Call Center ordering solutions for restaurants. Many of the world's leading restaurant brands throughout North America, South America, Canada and the Middle East depend on Exit41 to capitalize on the growing market opportunity for catering, takeout and delivery and provide their customers with faster, easier, more convenient ways to order from them. Headquartered in Massachusetts, Exit41 is backed by blue-chip investors including Fidelity Investments. www.exit41.com, http://twitter.com/Exit41

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A renewed discussion of salt intake in American diets has triggered legislators and health departments in North America to focus efforts on sodium reduction for health benefits. Food Navigator has reported that "New York City is leading a partnership of cities and national health organizations to promote a voluntary program of salt reduction in packaged and restaurant foods." ("New York leads plan to cut salt intake and save 0.8m lives" foodnavigator.com). The debate about how to best affect the lowering of salt consumption is not a new one, however, the good news is that natural, healthy solutions have been developed for years.

The January 11 edition of the Wall Street Journal online reported, "New technology is driving many salt reductions by helping maintain the saltiness of products with less sodium," ("Food Makers Quietly Cut Back on Salt" online.wsj.com). However, major food industry leaders have been finding healthy, natural options for years from Ocean's Flavor, which can include sodium reductions of up to 70%. In partnership with many of these major product labels, Ocean's Flavor Sea Salt has focused on finding and harvesting a viable, healthy and natural alternative to traditional table salt, and crafting sea salt as an ingredient for the food industry. Alan Fisher, President of Ocean's Flavor says, "We've done the research: For nearly seven years we have been working with food industry expertise to develop food products in which a natural and very real salt—sea salt—is a viable, healthy choice over artificial salt substitutes."  

Ocean's Flavor Natural Sea Salts are specialty products with natural low-sodium ranges from 40% to 70% less sodium than standard table salt. This is due to the company's tight patented restrictions that can optimize the environment's natural ability to produce a salt comprised of lower sodium, free of any chemicals or artificial flavors, while maintaining the salt taste profile consumers demand, as well as 84 necessary minerals for a balanced diet and healthy body.

World class food producers listen and respond to demands of consumers and ingredient-savvy consumers worldwide demand healthy salt in their diets. According to Fisher, food producer leaders must exceed the demands of health-conscious and flavor-sensitive consumers, "and have been doing so for years with our help."

About Ocean's Flavor:

In 2004, Alan Fisher and Al Kirchner, co-owners of Ocean's Flavor had the idea to produce a natural, less sodium sea salt. After searching the world for a suitable location, they came across a sea salt facility that had the capacity and expertise to produce their idea of an all natural sea salt with low sodium, the ideal climate and the required processing support that would be needed for optimum natural less sodium salt production.

Over the past seven years, Ocean's Flavor has become the world's leader in the sale and distribution of natural less sodium sea salts. Their natural sea salts can be found in many varied food products as quality food industry companies pursue lower sodium salts as ingredients in their global products. Ocean's Flavor is ahead of the curve in reducing sodium by "thinking natural," and keeping the taste of what real less sodium sea salt should taste like. Please visit www.oceansflavor.com.

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Togo's Eateries, Inc., a west coast original since 1971, known for its deliciously fresh and made-to-order sandwiches, announced today it will celebrate National Pastrami Day, today, Thursday, January 14th, 2010.  The first 100 guests at each Togo's location will receive one FREE Mini Classic Pastrami Sandwich from 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Thursday, January 14th.  

"Togo's has been serving the best pastrami sandwich on the west coast for almost 40 years," said Tony Gioia, Togo's chairman and chief executive officer.   "We invite all Togo's fans to celebrate National Pastrami Day with us today by enjoying the great taste of our famous Pastrami sandwich."

Togo's Mini Classics, which debuted in December, features six of Togo's best sandwiches, including their famous hot pastrami, in a smaller-sized version stuffed full for $2.50 each.  

"Our classic pastrami sandwich is offered in a size for smaller appetites and snacks as a Mini Classic and we wanted to share them with our fans on National Pastrami Day," said Renae Scott, Togo's Vice President of Branding and Marketing. "Our hope is to remind our guests about our fantastic pastrami and add a little spice to their lives today."

The FREE Mini Classic Pastrami Sandwich give-away will be available Thursday, January 14^th, 2010 from 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. while supplies last. For more information about Togo's and the wide selection of sandwich, salad and wrap selections, please visit http://www.togos.com or stop by your local Togo's today.

About Togo's Eateries, Inc.

Togo's Sandwiches, the California sandwich chain known for its delicious freshly prepared made-to-order sandwiches for people on the go, has delivered delicious and healthy food since 1971. Headquartered in San Jose, California, Togo's has 242 franchised locations across the West Coast. Togo's uses only the freshest and most flavorful ingredients to prepare made-to-order sandwiches, salads and salad wraps.  For more information, please visit www.togos.com

SOURCE Togo's Eateries, Inc.

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Craving a little romance this Valentine's Day? Then reserve a steamy date at your local White Castle Restaurant. Between 5 and 8 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 14, you and your valentine can enjoy a romantic candlelit dinner complete with special menus, tableside service and themed decorations. Reservations are filling up quickly and can be made by calling 314-535-7430 ext. 12 Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

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"Since we first offered reserved Valentine's Day seating in 1991, this has become an annual tradition for many couples," said Jamie Richardson, vice president of corporate relations. "It's been a huge hit because a lot of our loyal customers – fondly known as 'Cravers' – either met in a White Castle Restaurant or have other enjoyable memories they like to celebrate here."

This year, White Castle will make Valentine's Day truly unforgettable by snapping a complimentary digital photo of each couple that can be viewed later from the White Castle Web site.

White Castle expects demand for reservations to be even greater this year as Americans continue to seek ways to get more romance for less cash. "At White Castle, you can indulge your special someone's craving for a romantic dinner without breaking your budget," Richardson said. He noted that Sack Meal #3 provides a dinner for two – complete with 10 of the distinctive Slyder® hamburgers, two 21-oz. soft drinks and two regular French fries – for as little as $10.69. "It's just one example of the value we've offered customers since we began selling our famous steam-grilled hamburgers for a nickel in 1921."

Valentine's Day is just one of many special programs through which White Castle engages and rewards its Craver customers and family of team members. Each May, the company is the official sponsor of National Hamburger month. By submitting a recipe in the Crave Time Cook Off competition, customers have a chance to win a Crave Case every week for a year. And customers can submit their ultimate Crave story in the 10th annual Craver's Hall of fame competition for the chance to join such fellow Cravers as Harold and Kumar Go To White Castle stars John Cho and Kal Penn and members of the rock group The Smithereens in the hallowed Hall. Visit www.whitecastle.com for details on these and other events.

About White Castle

White Castle is a family-owned business based in Columbus, Ohio that owns and operates 419 White Castle Restaurants in 11 states. The company was founded in Wichita, Kansas in 1921 and was the first fast-food hamburger chain. For more information on White Castle, visit www.whitecastle.com.

SOURCE White Castle System, Inc.

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Couche-Tard Acquires Eight Stores in North Carolina

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LAVAL, QC, Jan. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. announces that it has signed, through its subsidiary Circle K Stores Inc., an agreement to acquire eight stores in central North Carolina from Accel Marketing LLC which operates under the "Accel" banner. The transaction is anticipated to close in April 2010 and is subject to standard regulatory approvals and closing conditions. According to a confidentiality agreement between the parties the purchase price cannot be disclosed at this time. Internal available cash dollars will pay for the transaction.

All eight stores are company operated and offer proprietary motor fuel. The stores would be operated by the Circle K Southeast Division under the Circle K banner and would offer motor fuel under such brand. Pursuant to this transaction, the company would buy the land and buildings for all locations.

"These stores are highly visible and occupy strategic locations within their respective trade areas. They are large, modern, well built facilities that are well operated and have a strong management team in place. Strategically, this acquisition is a complement to our expansion and growth plans for the Southeast Division." indicated Matt McCure, Vice-President Operations, Southeast Division.

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Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. is the leader in the Canadian convenience store industry. In North America, Couche-Tard is the largest independent convenience store operator (whether integrated with a petroleum company or not) in terms of number of company-operated stores. Couche-Tard currently operates a network of 5,904 convenience stores, 4,128 of which include motor fuel dispensing, located in 11 large geographic markets, including eight in the United States covering 43 states and the District of Columbia, and three in Canada covering all ten provinces. More than 52,000 people are employed throughout Couche-Tard's retail convenience network and service centers.

The statements set forth in this press release, which describes Couche-Tard's objectives, projections, estimates, expectations or forecasts, may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of securities legislation. Positive or negative verbs such as "plan", "evaluate", "estimate", "believe", "expect" and other related expressions are used to identify such statements. Couche-Tard would like to point out that, by their very natures, forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties such that its results, or the measures it adopts, could differ materially from those indicated or underlying these statements, or could have an impact on the degree of realization of a particular projections. Major factors that may lead to a material difference between Couche-Tard's actual results and the projections or expectations set forth in the forward-looking statements include the effects of the integration of acquired businesses and the ability to achieve projected synergies, fluctuations in margins on motor fuel sales, competition in the convenience store and retail motor fuel industries, exchange rate variations, and such other risks as described in detail from time to time in the reports filed by Couche-Tard with securities authorities in Canada and the United States. Unless otherwise required by applicable securities laws, Couche-Tard disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. The forward-looking information in this release is based on information available as of the date of the release.

SOURCE Alimentation Couche-Tard inc.

Centerplate, the hospitality provider to North America's premier convention centers and entertainment venues, announced today that it has extended its food and beverage services contract with the American Bank Center. Home to the American Bank Center Arena, Selena Auditorium and the Convention Center, the American Bank Center hosts hundreds of events each year from concerts to sports and wrestling at the 10,000 seat arena, Hot Rod auto shows at the convention center and live theatre at the 2,500-seat Selena Auditorium. Centerplate assisted in opening the venue in 2004 and has since served as the caterer to the facility, earning the title of "Best of the Best" #1 Caterer in Corpus Christi from the Corpus Christi Caller Times for four consecutive years. With the new agreement in place, Centerplate will continue its support of the greater Corpus Christi community, mentoring Del Mar Community College culinary students and sponsoring and judging the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America State Culinary Arts Contest.

Each year, Centerplate also assists HEB in hosting the Feast of Sharing at the American Bank Center Convention Center, a holiday banquet where over 10,000 free meals are served to needy members of the community. Centerplate's executive chef at the American Bank Center, Ye Tun, represented the Corpus Christi chapter of the Texas Chefs Association, receiving the 2008 Contributor of the Year Award. Chef Tun has hosted many notable events at the American Bank Center including the Texas Governor's "State of the State" Luncheon, the Red Cross Bash and the American Heart Association Heart Ball. Centerplate has also participated in the March of Dimes Chef Showcase and holds yearly sustainable seafood cooking demonstrations at the Texas State Aquarium. As a part of Centerplate's greater commitment to sustainability initiatives, the American Bank Center's foodservice operations also integrate many biodegradable items into its events.

"We are pleased to announce the extension of our relationship with the American Bank Center and look forward to providing our partners in Corpus Christi with the unparalleled service they have come to expect from Centerplate," said Bob Pascal, senior vice president of marketing and sales for Centerplate.

"Centerplate has definitely raised the bar with food and beverage services in the city's facilities," said Margie Rose, Assistant City Manager of Corpus Christi. "They have proven an earnest interest in both driving revenues for the city and investing in the greater Corpus Christi community."

Last summer, Centerplate announced the introduction of a 100 percent biodegradable foodservice solution at the Dallas Convention Center, dramatically reducing the environmental impact of the two million square foot venue. The contract extension with the American Bank Center comes on the heels of other recent Centerplate contracts with the Baltimore Convention Center and the Olympic Regional Development Authority, as well as the company's merger with the Boston Culinary Group.

About Centerplate

Centerplate crafts and delivers "Craveable Experiences. Raveable Results." in more than 250 prominent sports, entertainment and convention venues across North America. Centerplate has provided services to 11 Super Bowls, 19 World Series, key events for the Democratic and Republican National Conventions, the South Beach Wine and Food Festival, Art Basel Miami Beach, 15 official U.S. Presidential Inaugural Balls and the largest plated dinner in history at the Alpha Kappa Alpha Centennial Celebration.  In addition, Centerplate is proud to serve as a hospitality partner to the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Games and to Superbowl XLIV at Land Shark Stadium.  Visit the company online at www.centerplate.com.

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Smart for Life(R) Cookie Diet, the fastest-growing weight loss company in North America, continues to expand and grow by adding additional brick and mortar retailers in the distribution categories of Food, Drug and Mass.

During an initial test in the fall of 2009, the Smart for Life(R) Cookie Diet weight loss products were placed in 10 Discount Drug Mart locations. Subsequent to the resounding success of this test, Smart for Life(R) 6-pack to-go cookie trays in two delicious flavors, Chocolate Chip and Oatmeal Raisin, will now be offered in Discount Drug Mart locations. Smart for Life(R) Cookie Diet's sister company, Better Health Beverage's underWAY(TM) appetite-suppressing Beverage, will also be available in February 2010.

The success of Smart for Life(R) Cookie Diet products in Discount Drug Mart is attributed to affordable pricing, quality products, all-natural and 60% organic delicious foods, and the quick results of the Smart for Life(R) Cookie Diet program.

"Our partnership with Discount Drug Mart now provides more consumers the availability to purchase safe, healthy, all-natural and 60% organic weight loss products at affordable prices," explains Dr. Sass Moulavi, M.D. and creator of the Smart for Life(R) Cookie Diet.

Richard Kayne, COO of Smart for Life(R), points out that Smart for Life(R) Cookie Diet offers a minimum of 20% savings over competing weight loss products while offering a better program. "This definitely contributes to our continued success!" he says.

Discount Drug Mart, an Ohio-based drug store chain, opened its first store in 1969. Currently operating 69 stores, the company expects to announce further expansion in 2010. The Discount Drug Mart mission is to provide customers with a quality shopping experience by providing a wide selection of products and services, low prices and superior customer service, all with the convenience of one-stop shopping.  

ABOUT SMART FOR LIFE(R)

Smart for Life(R) cookie diet is a comprehensive weight management approach to health and wellness which utilizes natural, hunger-controlling foods to deliver visible results. The company was started by Sasson Moulavi, M.D., "Dr. Sass," on the principle of improving people's lives by providing a quick, safe, easy and affordable means of weight control. Smart for Life's e-commerce program provides an accessible weight-loss management program to consumers across the country. In addition, over 30 weight-loss centers are each staffed with a medical doctor and provide in-person counsel to consumers, supporting the e-commerce program as well as the medical program. Over the past 7 years, Smart for Life(R) has helped hundreds of thousands of people lose millions of pounds - improving their health, appearance and happiness. Please visit http://www.smartforlife.com or call 1.877.701.SASS for more information.

This release was issued through eReleases(TM).  For more information, visit http://www.ereleases.com.

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New York Women in Communications will present the 2010 Matrix Awards on Monday, April 19, 2010 during a luncheon at the Waldorf Astoria in New York City. The prestigious annual award recognizes exceptional women who have established themselves in the communications fields. The ceremony, hosted by NBC Universal, will be emceed by "NBC Nightly News" anchor and managing editor, Brian Williams.

Celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2010, the Matrix Awards luncheon is recognized by New York's communications and entertainment community as one of the most outstanding events of the year, with more than one thousand people expected to gather to celebrate and salute exceptional women in communications. Previous award recipients include Barbara Walters, Meryl Streep, Martha Stewart, Anna Wintour, Meredith Vieira and Annie Leibovitz, to name a few. Portions of the proceeds from the Matrix Awards luncheon will go to the organization's Foundation, which offers a full range of scholarships and educational programs for women, whether just beginning or embarking on a transition in their careers.

2010 Matrix Award Honorees:

Susan Chira, foreign editor, The New York Times

Sheryl Crow, Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter

Tina Fey, executive producer, head writer, star, NBC's three-time Emmy Award-winning "30 Rock"

Ina Garten, author and host, Emmy Award-winning Food Network Program, "Barefoot Contessa"

Doris Kearns Goodwin, Pulitzer Prize-winning author and presidential historian

Anne Keating, senior vice president, public relations, special events & corporate philanthropy, Bloomingdale's

Gayle King, editor-at-large, O, The Oprah Magazine, host, The Gayle King Show, Sirius XM Radio

Marissa Mayer, vice president, search products & user experience, Google

"We are thrilled to recognize the exceptional work of these eight inspiring women," said Denise Warren, president, New York Women in Communications. "From Pulitzer Prize and Grammy winners to best-selling authors, each has truly exemplified the theme of the Matrix Awards, 'Women Who Change the World,' and we are proud to honor them in this milestone year of the award."

TICKETS: Individual tickets, tables and information on sponsorships and program advertising opportunities are now available at www.nywici.org.

2010 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS: The deadline for applications for a Foundation scholarship is January 30, 2010. More details at: http://www.nywici.org/foundation/scholarships

About The Matrix Awards

Since 1970, New York Women in Communications' Matrix Awards Luncheon has been recognized by New York's communications and entertainment communities as one of the most outstanding events of the year. Past recipients include Arianna Huffington, Katie Couric, Meryl Streep, Nora Ephron, Ann Moore, Toni Morrison, Barbara Walters and Anna Quindlen.

Proceeds from the Matrix Awards Luncheon are used by New York Women in Communications to develop and maintain a full calendar of affordable programs and special events, networking and support systems for the organization's members and the community at large. Additionally, the New York Women in Communications Foundation awards scholarships and provides educational programs for women, whether just beginning their careers or embarking on a transition in their careers. It is the largest foundation for communications scholarships for women in the tri-state area. Recipients are introduced at the luncheon.

New York Women in Communications

New York Women in Communications, founded in 1929, is a not-for-profit organization of almost 2,000 communications professionals dedicated to promoting the highest standards throughout the industry and to providing education and leadership for the next generation. The membership encompasses senior executives and other experienced communicators from a wide range of enterprises as well as young professionals and students. The organization empowers women in all communications disciplines to reach their full potential by promoting their professional growth and inspiring them to achieve and share their successes in the rapidly changing world of communications.

NBC Universal

NBC Universal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. NBC Universal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks. NBC Universal is 80% owned by General Electric and 20% owned by Vivendi.

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Consumers searching for a delicious and convenient alternative to the mundane madeleine, look no further! The Graceful Cookie®, proprietor of homemade high-end cookies, announces today the introduction of a new delicious assortment of gourmet "Grab-n-Go" treats.

These new cookies include:

• Graceful Tea Cakes: A brand new taste that melts in your mouth, these unbelievably light and flaky cookies are available in convenient two-packs. Offered in Original, Meyer Lemon and Chocolate, all Graceful Tea Cakes are hand-dipped in creamy white or dark Guittard.
• Grab-n-Go Biscotti: Crisp on the outside, slightly chewy on the inside, these delicious biscotti are available in Lemon-Dipped White, Orange Cranberry Pistachio and Orange-Dipped Dark. Grab-n-Go Biscotti are delicious served alone, or great with a cup of espresso.
• Flitter Shortbread Butterfly Cookies: Perfect for children, these hand-decorated, whimsical butterflies are baked from scratch with artisan techniques. With no artificial colors or flavors and the highest quality ingredients, they're sure to fly off the shelves.

"We are constantly listening to our consumers – and we've heard one constant theme among gourmet cookie lovers: give us an alternative to a package of madeleines!" said Graceful Cookie Owner William Lenker. "To meet that need, we've created a new line of gourmet Grab-n-Go cookies: delicious two-packs of tea cakes, single packaged biscotti and beautifully decorated shortbread butterflies. People want something different to whet their cookie palate and we've met that need."

The Graceful Cookie's owners William Lenker and James Spinello have built an avid fan base of retailers and cookie enthusiasts with the simple premise of making homemade quality cookies with all natural ingredients. Now, Lenker and Spinello are taking their baking art to new heights with the addition of these Grab-n-Go treats.

Available in food service or individual Grab-n-Go two packs, these cookies are preservative free, with no artificial colors or flavors, and no trans fats.  The Graceful Cookie also offers a longer shelf-life than most other packaged cookies.

About The Graceful Cookie

The Graceful Cookie was established in 1995 from a single family recipe. Since then, The Graceful Cookie has expanded to offer a full line of high quality cookie products, still made from scratch in small batches using the best ingredients available. The Graceful Cookie can be found at many specialty retailers including Whole Foods Markets, Dean & Deluca, Andronico's and Oakville Grocery and also online at www.TheGracefulCookie.com. For more information visit The Graceful Cookie Web site.

The Graceful Cookie's own William Lenker will be at the Fancy Food Show in San Francisco, January 17-19, 2010. Visit booth #1752 for interview opportunities and samples.

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Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue:

Global Sweetener Industry: Focus on High Intensity Sweetener (HIS) Market

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A series of factors have added to the growth of high intensity sweeteners (HIS) over the past few years, with the major of them being the rising health concerns and increasing demand of these sweeteners in the food and beverage industry worldwide. Aspartame is the largest artificial sweetener among others in terms of its market share, which is followed by sucralose and saccharin. As an intense sweetener, aspartame is mostly demanded by the food and beverage industry. Globally, rising population of people with weight related diseases, like diabetes and obesity, the choice of consumers is shifting towards artificial and natural sweeteners sugar.

Categorically, high intensity sweeteners fall into two classes: artificial sweeteners and natural sweeteners. Currently, the share of artificial sweeteners in the high intensity sweeteners market is the largest, - major reason behind the popularity is their low content of calories and a taste which is similar to that of sugar.

Low calorie sweeteners do not contain fermentable carbohydrates, and eventually do not produce acids by oral bacteria, and therefore, they prevent dental carries. Diabetic people also prefer low calorie sweeteners as it provides them the same sweet taste of sugar without side effects. Their low calorie property does not add any calories to the diet of diabetic patients and thus helps in weight management, which, in turn, helps in preventing many diseases like obesity and heart related diseases.

Natural sweeteners are gaining importance due to their side effects-free property as compared to artificial sweeteners, which are produced through chemical processes and taste similar to sugar, but at present their market share is less than 5% and has huge growth potential.

The present report offers an analysis of the global sweetener market with a special focus on the high intensity sweetener market. It also discusses major market trends, growth drivers, opportunities available for the players and major challenges faced by the sweetener industry. The natural sweetener market which is mainly comprised of stevia extract, Reb-A is also discussed in detail in the report. The report also profiles major players in the sweetener market.

Further, we have predicted the future growth of the artificial sweetener market size by combining SPSS Inc.'s data integration and analysis capabilities with our relevant findings. We employed various significant variables that have an impact on this industry and created regression models with SPSS to determine the future direction of the industry.

1. Global Sugar Market

2. Global Sweetener Market: An Overview

2.1 Sweetener Market Segments: By Industry

2.2 Sweetener Market: Geographic Segmentation

3. High Intensity Sweetener Market

3.1 Growth Drivers

Rising Health Concerns Driving the Growth of the Global Sweetener Market

3.1.1 Obesity

3.1.2 Diabetes

Growth in Confectionery Market

Rising Demand for Artificial Sweeteners

Increasing Organic & Natural Food Demand

3.2 Key Trends

Increasing Urbanization

Health Concern & Shift toward Organic and Natural Food

3.3 Major Challenges

Safety Concern & Regulatory Hurdles

3.4 Opportunity

Rebaudioside-A: An Opportunity

An Introduction to Reb-A

Supply Chain of Reb-A

Leaf Cultivation & Harvesting

Extraction

Refining of Reb-A

Growth Drivers

Increasing Demand from Food & Beverage Industry

Global Obesity Driving Reb-A Demand

Consumer Shift toward Natural & Healthy Products

Challenge

Reb-A Pricing Vs Sugar & Other Artificial Sweeteners

4. Company Profiles

4.1 PureCircle

4.1.1 Business Description

4.1.2 Business Segment

4.1.3 Geographic Segment

4.1.4 Business Strategies

4.2 Tate & Lyle

4.2.1 Business Description

4.2.2 Business Segment

4.2.3 Geographic Segment

4.2.4 Business Strategies

4.3 Danisco

4.3.1 Business Description

4.3.2 Business Segment

4.3.3 Geographic segment

4.3.4 Business Strategies

5. Market Outlook

5.1 Market Forecast

5.2 Forecast Methodology

5.2.1 Dependent and Independent Variables

5.2.2 Correlation Analysis

5.2.3 Regression Analysis

List of Tables

Per Capita Consumption of Chocolate (2008)

Percent of Population Consuming Confectionery Product (2006 & 2013)

The US: Conventional Vs Natural & Organic Food Sales (US$ Billion)

The US: Natural & Organic Food Consumption (%)

Largest Markets in Terms of Sales Value (%): 2008

Reb-A Beverage Potential (2019F)

Reb-A Food Potential (2019F)

Dependent & Independent Variables (2001– 2008)

Correlation Matrix

Model Summary – Coefficient of Determination

Regression Coefficients Output

List of Graphs

Global Sugar Production (2006-07 - 2009E-10E)

Global Obesity Forecast of World Population (Billion): (2005 – 2015E)

Global Diabetes Forecast of World Population (Million): (2008 – 2030E)

Global Artificial Sweeteners Growth (2007A – 2012F)

The US: Growth of Organic & Natural Food Purchases (%) (2000-2020F)

The US: Organic and Natural Food Sales (US$ Billion): 2000A-2020Fs

Global Urban Population by Geography (%): (2004-2008)

Growth of Food & Beverage by Region (%): 2007

Obesity by Country: 2005

PureCircle: Natural Sweetener Segment Revenue: (FY07 – FY09)

Danisco: Revenue by Geographic Segment (US$ Million): (FY09)

Global Artificial Sweetener Market Forecast (2009F-2013F)

List of Charts

Global Sweetener Market Breakup (%): 2009E

Percent of Sucrose Consumed: Industry Segmentation (2009E)

Percent of HFCS Consumed: Industry Segmentation (2009E)

Percent of Other Calorific Sweetener Consumed: Industry Segmentation (2009E)

Global Sucrose Market: Geographical Segmentation (%): 2009E

Global HFCS Market: Geographical Segmentation (%): 2009E

Global Other Calorific Sweetener Market: Geographical Segmentation (%): 2009E

HIS Market by Product Segments (%): 2009E

HIS Market Segmentation: By Industry Consumption (%): 2009E

Global HIS Market by Geographic Region (%): 2009E

Global Chocolate Value: Geographical Segmentation (%): (2008)

Contribution to Total Value of Food & Beverage Industry (%): 2007

Average Sweetener Price Relative to Sugar (%) (2009E)

PureCircle: Revenue by Geographic Segment (US$ Million): (FY09)

Tate & Lyle: Revenue by Business Segment (US$ Billion): (FY09)

Revenue by Geographic Segment (US$ Billion): (FY09)

Danisco: Revenue by Business Segment (US$ Billion): (FY09)

To order this report:

Snack and Sweet Industry: Global Sweetener Industry: Focus on High Intensity Sweetener (HIS) Market

More  Market Research Report

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The American Heart Association (AHA) applauds the efforts of New York City to work with the packaged and restaurant foods industry to reduce the amount of salt in the food supply. These efforts serve an important role in bringing both the public health community and food industry together to create solutions and help Americans live healthier lives.

The AHA is very concerned with the amount of salt Americans are consuming since sodium can have a detrimental effect on health, including high blood pressure, stroke, heart failure, and kidney disease. Unfortunately, Americans eat about twice the recommended daily amount of sodium.

Only a small fraction of the sodium in our diets is added at the table as salt; almost 80% of it is added to packaged and restaurant foods. As a result, it is extremely difficult for individuals to limit sodium in their diet. The AHA would like to see food manufacturers and restaurants reduce the sodium added to foods by 50% over the next 10 years, for the benefit of public health. By reducing the amount of salt in packaged and restaurant foods, manufacturers could reduce the prevalence of high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease.

The American Heart Association receives funding primarily from individuals, foundations and corporations (including pharmaceutical, device manufacturers and other companies) also make donations and fund specific association programs and events. The association has strict policies to prevent these relationships from influencing science content. Revenues from pharmaceutical and device corporations are disclosed at www.americanheart.org/corporatefunding.

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New York Women in Communications will present the 2010 Matrix Awards on Monday, April 19, 2010 during a luncheon at the Waldorf Astoria in New York City. The prestigious annual award recognizes exceptional women who have established themselves in the communications fields. The ceremony, hosted by NBC Universal, will be emceed by "NBC Nightly News" anchor and managing editor, Brian Williams.

Celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2010, the Matrix Awards luncheon is recognized by New York's communications and entertainment community as one of the most outstanding events of the year, with more than one thousand people expected to gather to celebrate and salute exceptional women in communications. Previous award recipients include Barbara Walters, Meryl Streep, Martha Stewart, Anna Wintour, Meredith Vieira and Annie Leibovitz, to name a few. Portions of the proceeds from the Matrix Awards luncheon will go to the organization's Foundation, which offers a full range of scholarships and educational programs for women, whether just beginning or embarking on a transition in their careers.

2010 Matrix Award Honorees:

Susan Chira, foreign editor, The New York Times

Sheryl Crow, Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter

Tina Fey, executive producer, head writer, star, NBC's three-time Emmy Award-winning "30 Rock"

Ina Garten, author and host, Emmy Award-winning Food Network Program, "Barefoot Contessa"

Doris Kearns Goodwin, Pulitzer Prize-winning author and presidential historian

Anne Keating, senior vice president, public relations, special events & corporate philanthropy, Bloomingdale's

Gayle King, editor-at-large, O, The Oprah Magazine, host, The Gayle King Show, Sirius XM Radio

Marissa Mayer, vice president, search products & user experience, Google

"We are thrilled to recognize the exceptional work of these eight inspiring women," said Denise Warren, president, New York Women in Communications. "From Pulitzer Prize and Grammy winners to best-selling authors, each has truly exemplified the theme of the Matrix Awards, 'Women Who Change the World,' and we are proud to honor them in this milestone year of the award."

TICKETS: Individual tickets, tables and information on sponsorships and program advertising opportunities are now available at www.nywici.org.

2010 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS: The deadline for applications for a Foundation scholarship is January 30, 2010. More details at: http://www.nywici.org/foundation/scholarships

About The Matrix Awards

Since 1970, New York Women in Communications' Matrix Awards Luncheon has been recognized by New York's communications and entertainment communities as one of the most outstanding events of the year. Past recipients include Arianna Huffington, Katie Couric, Meryl Streep, Nora Ephron, Ann Moore, Toni Morrison, Barbara Walters and Anna Quindlen.

Proceeds from the Matrix Awards Luncheon are used by New York Women in Communications to develop and maintain a full calendar of affordable programs and special events, networking and support systems for the organization's members and the community at large. Additionally, the New York Women in Communications Foundation awards scholarships and provides educational programs for women, whether just beginning their careers or embarking on a transition in their careers. It is the largest foundation for communications scholarships for women in the tri-state area. Recipients are introduced at the luncheon.

New York Women in Communications

New York Women in Communications, founded in 1929, is a not-for-profit organization of almost 2,000 communications professionals dedicated to promoting the highest standards throughout the industry and to providing education and leadership for the next generation. The membership encompasses senior executives and other experienced communicators from a wide range of enterprises as well as young professionals and students. The organization empowers women in all communications disciplines to reach their full potential by promoting their professional growth and inspiring them to achieve and share their successes in the rapidly changing world of communications.

NBC Universal

NBC Universal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. NBC Universal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks. NBC Universal is 80% owned by General Electric and 20% owned by Vivendi.

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Mizkan Americas, Inc., a leading condiment manufacturer, today announced it has expanded its portfolio of high-quality, well-known brands with the exclusive distribution rights of ANGOSTURA(TM) aromatic bitters.

"This distribution broadens our product offerings into a new channel of trade, strengthening the Mizkan name across several categories," said Craig Smith, President & CEO of Mizkan Americas.

Originally developed in 1824, ANGOSTURA(TM) aromatic bitters are widely used in both alcoholic & non-alcoholic cocktails including Mojitos and Champagne cocktails. ANGOSTURA(TM) is known for its bitters and mixers which can be used to bring flavor to a variety of drinks and food recipes, as part of Mizkan's objective to bring flavor to life. This distribution places Mizkan Americas into a new channel of trade that now includes the liquor departments of supermarkets, liquor stores and on premise consumption.

"The distribution of ANGOSTURA(TM) aromatic bitters is an exciting addition to Mizkan Americas as we continue to grow into new food and beverage categories," said Mike Smith, Senior Vice President, Sales.

Mizkan attained the distribution rights with the recent acquisition of World Harbors® Sauces & Marinades. In addition to this transaction, Mizkan Group Corporation, parent of Mizkan Americas, has added to MA's roster of high-quality, well-known brands with its purchase of the Holland House® brand of cooking wines from Mott's LLP, a Cadbury Schweppes Americas Beverages Company and the Creole Fermentation of Louisiana. More recently, Mizkan acquired the Gourmet and Specialty Division of Imperial Brands Inc.

About Mizkan Americas

Mizkan Americas is a subsidiary of Mizkan Group and has a heritage in the condiment business that spans over 200 years. The company is a leading manufacturer of condiments in the United States with 13 manufacturing plants that serve the retail, foodservice, specialty, Asian and food ingredient trade channels. Since 2005, Mizkan Americas has seen dramatic growth due to the acquisition of Holland House® cooking wines and The Specialty & Gourmet Division of Imperial Brands Inc. Mizkan produces a wide variety of vinegars, mustards, cooking wines, wine reductions, sushi seasoning, jellies, salad dressings, Asian sauces and other liquid condiments. Mizkan Brands include NAKANO®, Four Monks®, Barengo® and Mitsukan®. For more information about Mizkan Americas, please visit www.mizkan.com.

About The Mizkan Group

The Mizkan Group, a global food manufacturer, is the parent company of Mizkan Americas, Inc. The Mizkan Group is a 200-year old privately held international food manufacturer, based in Handa City, Japan. The Mizkan Group has a stable of well-known international brands, under the "mizkan®" umbrella brand and is a leader in the liquid condiment category. The Mizkan Group has operating facilities around the globe, including Japan, China, the United Kingdom, the United States, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong & Taiwan.

    MEDIA CONTACT:
    Betsy Alandt
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    betsy.alandt@hillandknowlton.com

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Javalution Coffee Company, (Pink Sheets: JCOF), a fully vertical coffee roasting and distribution company, owner of Network Marketing brand, JavaFit (www.myjavafit.com), and retail brand, Cafe La Rica, as well as the category creator of functional gourmet coffee announces the addition of Mike Bridge. Mr. Bridge, a former Master Affiliate from competitor Healthy Coffee (HCEI), is a direct marketing expert and a welcomed addition to the JavaFit team. "Having Mike Bridge join our organization brings major league credibility to our Network Marketing Program," said Scott Pumper, President of Javalution Coffee Company. "Mike Bridge has been a successful networker with many powerful companies in our industry including, Herbalife, Excel Communications, Nutrition for Life and many others," Pumper stated.

Mr. Bridge elaborated on why he joined JavaFit: "My best successes in Network Marketing take place when I work with a product that is widely used. Coffee is as good as it gets. In this economy people are watching their costs. If you want a global company you have to have a product line that is affordable to all. JavaFit has all the tools for explosive growth - opportunity videos, online training sessions, banners, coffee air pots, leadership and opportunity calls, fabulous products and more. This will help people duplicate, which is the key to growth and success in our industry. Never before have I been involved in a network marketing company this young that has all the tools in place to be a true force in the Network Marketing business. I am confident that JavaFit will become a legacy company."

For more information please visit www.myjavafit.com or email shareholders@javalutino.com

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Baskin-Robbins, America's favorite neighborhood ice cream shop, is ringing in the New Year with an expanded line-up of BRight Choices(TM) treats. BRight Choices are better-for-you light ice cream options including fat free, dairy free, no sugar added and light ice cream. Just in time for New Year's resolutions, BRight Choices flavors have all the great taste and quality customers expect from Baskin-Robbins but with less guilt. The new BRight Choices flavors include Premium Churned Reduced Fat No Sugar Added Mocha Blackberry Chip ice cream, Premium Churned Light Dulce de Leche ice cream, and Vanilla Pomegranate Parfait frozen yogurt.

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For ice cream lovers who are looking for Baskin-Robbins quality and flavor with less fat and fewer calories, the new BRight Choices offerings are the perfect treat, ranging from 80 to 140 calories per 2.5 ounce scoop. Baskin-Robbins is kicking off a satisfying start to 2010 with its new reduced-fat, premium churned ice cream flavors and fruit-based frozen yogurt options.

"Baskin-Robbins continues to provide ice cream variety with our delicious new BRight Choices flavors," said Srinivas Kumar, chief brand officer for Baskin-Robbins Worldwide. "Our expanded better-for-you menu is great for customers looking for a lighter treat that has the quality they have come to expect from Baskin-Robbins."

New Year, New Deal

Now through April 4th, Baskin-Robbins is helping ice cream lovers enjoy even more flavor by offering an additional scoop of any of its BRight Choices or regular ice cream varieties for only 99 cents*. Baskin-Robbins is jumping into 2010 with this 99 cents sweet-treat offer, showing its appreciation for ice cream and frozen yogurt lovers everywhere.

BRight Choices - Look for the Star

Baskin-Robbins introduced its BRight Choices menu of better-for-you frozen treats in January 2009. Ice cream lovers can make their favorite sundaes and frozen beverages into lighter treats by using BRight Choices flavor options. All BRight Choices offerings are indicated by a special pink star decal on the ice cream flavor strips in stores. BRight Choices flavors are available year-round in the dipping cabinet. Additional new BRight Choices flavors will be introduced throughout the year.

Premium Churned Light Ice Cream - 50 percent less fat and 20 percent fewer calories than Baskin-Robbins regular ice cream

• NEW Dulce de Leche: Light Dulce de Leche ice cream swirled with a dulce de leche ribbon, 140 calories and 4.5 grams of fat in a 2.5 ounce scoop
• Vanilla**: Light Vanilla flavored ice cream made with fresh cream and real vanilla, 130 calories and 4.5 grams of fat in a 2.5 ounce scoop
• Milk Chocolate**: Rich and creamy light Milk Chocolate ice cream, 130 calories and 4.5 grams of fat in a 2.5 ounce scoop

Premium Churned Reduced Fat No Sugar Added Ice Cream - 25 percent less fat than Baskin-Robbins regular ice cream

• NEW Mocha Blackberry Chip: Reduced fat Coffee ice cream with bittersweet chocolate chips and a raspberry ribbon, 120 calories and 6 grams of fat in a 2.5 ounce scoop

Frozen Yogurt - made with live and active cultures

• NEW Vanilla Pomegranate Parfait: Creamy Vanilla frozen yogurt swirled with a pomegranate ribbon and yogurt covered granola pieces (6 % yogurt made with live and active cultures) 150 calories and 5 grams of fat in a 2.5 ounce scoop
• Vanilla: Creamy fat free Vanilla frozen yogurt, made with live and active cultures, 90 calories and 0 grams of fat in a 2.5 ounce scoop

* Additional 99-cent scoop offer only valid for 4 oz scoops of BRight Choices or regular ice cream. Offer available while supplies last at participating Baskin-Robbins locations.

** Flavors available at participating Baskin-Robbins locations.

About Baskin-Robbins

Named the top ice cream and frozen dessert franchise in the United States by Entrepreneur magazine's 30th annual Franchise 500® ranking, Baskin-Robbins is the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops. Baskin-Robbins creates and markets innovative, premium ice cream, specialty frozen desserts and beverages, providing quality and value to consumers at more than 5,800 retail shops in more than 30 countries. Baskin-Robbins was founded by two ice cream enthusiasts whose passion led to the creation of more than 1,000 ice cream flavors and a wide variety of delicious treats. Headquartered in Canton, Mass., Baskin-Robbins is part of the Dunkin' Brands, Inc. family of companies. For further information, visit www.baskinrobbins.com.

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After 45 years of dedicated service, Larry Kornetzke, Material Handler for Sartori Foods, has retired. Larry held a number of different roles throughout his years at Sartori.

The Kornetzke family has over 200 years of uninterrupted service at Sartori Foods and the legacy continues with Larry's son-in-law Scott Bruckner, who joined Sartori in 2003, almost 7 years ago.

"It is wonderful to be able to tell a story like this about such dedication to our company. We are going to miss Larry's hard work and commitment, and we wish him the best in his years ahead in retirement. It is well deserved," says CEO Jim Sartori.

The Kornetzke family started working at Sartori Foods in 1950, then called S&R. Larry's father, Jerome, worked with Sartori for 18 years, Larry's Mother, Hilda, 2 years, Larry's wife, Mary Lou, 2 years, and Larry's Mother-in Law, Ovella, 25 years, as well as Larry's three sisters, Gladys, 38 years, Beatrice, 13 years, and Germaine, 3 years, and Larry's brother, Gordon, with an impressive 46 years of loyalty.

About Sartori Foods

Sartori Foods has been producing artisan and premium cheese for seven decades for the Specialty, Retail, Ingredient, and Food Service markets. Based in Plymouth, Wisconsin, Sartori Foods has an impressive array of award winning cheese noted for innovative approaches and consistent top quality across their entire line. For more information, please visit www.sartorifoods.com or call us directly at 800-558-5888.

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A dynamic culinary competition among chefs for the chance to win the "Ultimate Chef America" title will be held during the 2010 Ultimate Chef America tour in cities across the United States.

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The Dining Services professionals of Brookdale Senior Living (NYSE: BKD), one of the largest owners and operators of senior living communities, will entertain and showcase talent during the competitions. Well-known and award-winning, Brookdale's Dining Services delivers distinctive, memorable dining experiences in all of its communities.

During each Ultimate Chef event, two teams of four Dining Services staff members will compete during a two-hour cooking competition focusing on healthy cooking for seniors. The first event will be held in Phoenix on Jan. 28, 2010.

"There is no doubt in my mind that the creativity, ability, and talent of our Dining Services associates will be showcased during this unique competition," said Joska J. W. Hajdu, senior vice president of dining services for Brookdale Senior Living, and also an Executive Chef by trade. "Our chefs are masters at creating traditional, heart-healthy meals, and this competition will stretch their creative talents further than ever."

Attendees to Ultimate Chef America will be able to join in the event by gaining a close-up look at the competitors and the fast-paced competition. In addition, Brookdale has partnered with several national sponsors to be included in a vendor expo. Attendees will be able to participate in various educational programs, including a seminar featuring Brookdale's Medical Director, Dr. Kevin O'Neil, on the topic of "Food for the Soul," a wine program, "The Brookdale Wine Club," and a class about using fresh herbs and seasonings, "The Art of Seasoning."

The event will also feature a gourmet food tasting where participants will receive a taste sampling of the recipes prepared in the competition. Community tours will also be available.

Food inspired art created by residents of Brookdale Senior Living communities across the nation will be auctioned off at the Ultimate Chef America events. Proceeds of this auction will go to the Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation, an organization which elevates the national consciousness of caregiving and fosters a culture of healthy caregivers impacted by chronic illness through programming, universal access to resources, and behavioral research.

National sponsors include Vitality, owned by Nestle and a supplier of juice concentrates and noncarbonated drinks; Advanced Food, a manufacturer of proportioned meats; SCA, which offers personal care products, tissue, packaging, publication papers and solid-wood products in more than 90 countries; Fidelity Printing, a full service and custom print company that has been providing quality customer care since 1999; Royal Cup Coffee, known for a full range of beverages and beverage related items including coffee, fountain beverages, juices, and specialty teas; and Ecolab, which supplies programs and services for cleaning, sanitation, and pest control in more than 160 countries.

More information about Ultimate Chef America can be found at http://www.ultimatechefamerica.com.

    Contact: Holly Botsford, Public Relations Manager, 414-918-5314,
     hbotsford@brookdaleliving.com

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Baskin-Robbins, America's favorite neighborhood ice cream shop, is ringing in the New Year with an expanded line-up of BRight Choices(TM) treats. BRight Choices are better-for-you light ice cream options including fat free, dairy free, no sugar added and light ice cream. Just in time for New Year's resolutions, BRight Choices flavors have all the great taste and quality customers expect from Baskin-Robbins but with less guilt. The new BRight Choices flavors include Premium Churned Reduced Fat No Sugar Added Mocha Blackberry Chip ice cream, Premium Churned Light Dulce de Leche ice cream, and Vanilla Pomegranate Parfait frozen yogurt.

(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100108/NE34637 )

For ice cream lovers who are looking for Baskin-Robbins quality and flavor with less fat and fewer calories, the new BRight Choices offerings are the perfect treat, ranging from 80 to 140 calories per 2.5 ounce scoop. Baskin-Robbins is kicking off a satisfying start to 2010 with its new reduced-fat, premium churned ice cream flavors and fruit-based frozen yogurt options.

"Baskin-Robbins continues to provide ice cream variety with our delicious new BRight Choices flavors," said Srinivas Kumar, chief brand officer for Baskin-Robbins Worldwide. "Our expanded better-for-you menu is great for customers looking for a lighter treat that has the quality they have come to expect from Baskin-Robbins."

New Year, New Deal

Now through April 4th, Baskin-Robbins is helping ice cream lovers enjoy even more flavor by offering an additional scoop of any of its BRight Choices or regular ice cream varieties for only 99 cents*. Baskin-Robbins is jumping into 2010 with this 99 cents sweet-treat offer, showing its appreciation for ice cream and frozen yogurt lovers everywhere.

BRight Choices - Look for the Star

Baskin-Robbins introduced its BRight Choices menu of better-for-you frozen treats in January 2009. Ice cream lovers can make their favorite sundaes and frozen beverages into lighter treats by using BRight Choices flavor options. All BRight Choices offerings are indicated by a special pink star decal on the ice cream flavor strips in stores. BRight Choices flavors are available year-round in the dipping cabinet. Additional new BRight Choices flavors will be introduced throughout the year.

Premium Churned Light Ice Cream - 50 percent less fat and 20 percent fewer calories than Baskin-Robbins regular ice cream

• NEW Dulce de Leche: Light Dulce de Leche ice cream swirled with a dulce de leche ribbon, 140 calories and 4.5 grams of fat in a 2.5 ounce scoop
• Vanilla**: Light Vanilla flavored ice cream made with fresh cream and real vanilla, 130 calories and 4.5 grams of fat in a 2.5 ounce scoop
• Milk Chocolate**: Rich and creamy light Milk Chocolate ice cream, 130 calories and 4.5 grams of fat in a 2.5 ounce scoop

Premium Churned Reduced Fat No Sugar Added Ice Cream - 25 percent less fat than Baskin-Robbins regular ice cream

• NEW Mocha Blackberry Chip: Reduced fat Coffee ice cream with bittersweet chocolate chips and a raspberry ribbon, 120 calories and 6 grams of fat in a 2.5 ounce scoop

Frozen Yogurt - made with live and active cultures

• NEW Vanilla Pomegranate Parfait: Creamy Vanilla frozen yogurt swirled with a pomegranate ribbon and yogurt covered granola pieces (6 % yogurt made with live and active cultures) 150 calories and 5 grams of fat in a 2.5 ounce scoop
• Vanilla: Creamy fat free Vanilla frozen yogurt, made with live and active cultures, 90 calories and 0 grams of fat in a 2.5 ounce scoop

* Additional 99-cent scoop offer only valid for 4 oz scoops of BRight Choices or regular ice cream. Offer available while supplies last at participating Baskin-Robbins locations.

** Flavors available at participating Baskin-Robbins locations.

About Baskin-Robbins

Named the top ice cream and frozen dessert franchise in the United States by Entrepreneur magazine's 30th annual Franchise 500® ranking, Baskin-Robbins is the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops. Baskin-Robbins creates and markets innovative, premium ice cream, specialty frozen desserts and beverages, providing quality and value to consumers at more than 5,800 retail shops in more than 30 countries. Baskin-Robbins was founded by two ice cream enthusiasts whose passion led to the creation of more than 1,000 ice cream flavors and a wide variety of delicious treats. Headquartered in Canton, Mass., Baskin-Robbins is part of the Dunkin' Brands, Inc. family of companies. For further information, visit www.baskinrobbins.com.

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The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: HAIN), a leading natural and organic products company, today announced that the Company is scheduled to participate in the Cowen and Company Consumer Conference in New York City on Monday, January 11, 2010.

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The presentation is scheduled for 9:30 AM EST and the event will be webcast under the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at www.hain-celestial.com.

The Hain Celestial Group

The Hain Celestial Group (Nasdaq: HAIN), headquartered in Melville, NY, is a leading natural and organic products company in North America and Europe. Hain Celestial participates in many natural categories with well-known brands that include Celestial Seasonings®, Earth's Best®, Terra®, Garden of Eatin'®, Health Valley®, Arrowhead Mills®, MaraNatha®, SunSpire®, DeBoles®, Gluten Free Cafe(TM), Hain Pure Foods®, Hollywood®, Spectrum Naturals®, Spectrum Essentials®, Walnut Acres Organic®, Imagine®, Rice Dream®, Soy Dream®, Rosetto®, Ethnic Gourmet®, WestSoy®, Yves Veggie Cuisine®, Granose®, Realeat®, Linda McCartney®, Daily Bread(TM), Lima®, Grains Noirs®, Natumi®, JASON®, Zia® Natural Skincare, Avalon Organics®, Alba Botanica®, Queen Helene®, Tushies®, TenderCare® and Martha Stewart Clean. Hain Celestial has been providing "A Healthy Way of Life(TM)" since 1993. For more information, visit www.hain-celestial.com.

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NESTLE® HOT POCKETS® Brand and Major League Gaming (MLG), the professional video game league, have announced a multi-year partnership that will give gamers increased access to the MLG experience and bring the excitement of competitive gaming to an even wider audience. The joint HOT POCKETS® Brand and MLG efforts will offer gamers of every skill level a multitude of ways to showcase their gaming achievements and enjoy the competitive gaming lifestyle. The partnership will include multi-dimensional content, personality, and consumer promotion programs that will roll out throughout 2010. Details of the program are still being finalized.

"Freedom is at the heart of our product and is likewise the centerpiece of the Major League Gaming phenomenon. The no prep, no utensils, no mess benefits of the HOT POCKETS® sandwich make it the perfect gaming food and is the reason many of our consumers are gamers," said Mike Niethammer, marketing manager for HOT POCKETS®. "The focus of our partnership will be to expand opportunities for both gaming fans and pros to participate in Major League Gaming activities in challenging and exciting ways. We're looking forward to rolling these programs out over the next several months."

HOT POCKETS® Brand Major League Gaming sponsorship spans multiple distribution and activation touchpoints, including live competitions, pro players and teams, original content, online tournaments, and product integration.

"Our 3.5 million registered gamers are extraordinarily discerning about the products they embrace," said Matthew Bromberg, president and CEO of Major League Gaming. "Great partners like HOT POCKETS® that support the continued expansion of our league can count on unbelievable passion and advocacy from our community."

Visit the HOT POCKETS® Facebook fan page or MLGPro.com for more details about the Brand's Major League Gaming sponsorship.

About Nestle USA - Named one of "America's Most Admired Food Companies" in Fortune magazine for the twelfth consecutive year, Nestle USA, owner of HOT POCKETS® Brand sandwiches, makes delicious, convenient, and nutritious food and beverage products that enrich the very experience of life itself. That's what "Nestle. Good Food, Good Life" is all about. Nestle USA, with 2008 sales of $10 billion is part of Nestle S.A. in Vevey, Switzerland - the world's largest food company with a focus on Nutrition, Health & Wellness - with 2008 sales of $101 billion. For product news and information, visit Nestleusa.com or NestleNewsroom.com.

About Major League Gaming - Founded in 2002, Major League Gaming (MLG) is the dominant media property exclusively targeting the approximately 40 million consumers in North America who have a passion for playing video games as a competitive social activity. The company exclusively represents the best professional gamers and gives millions of aspiring gamers around the world an opportunity to compete, improve their skills, and socialize through our thriving online competitive community and live Pro Circuit competitions. For more information: www.mlgpro.com.

Major League Gaming and all related logos are trademarks of Major League Gaming. All other names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

    Press Contacts:

    Amy Janzen
    Major League Gaming
    ajanzen@mlgpro.com
    917-209-6819

    Roz O'Hearn
    Nestle Prepared Foods Company
    roz.ohearn@us.nestle.com
    440-264-5170

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Bunge Limited (NYSE: BG) today announced the appointment of Pedro Parente to the newly created position of President and CEO, Bunge Brazil, effective January 11, 2010. In his new role, Mr. Parente will lead all of Bunge's businesses in Brazil, and will report to Alberto Weisser, Chairman and CEO, Bunge Limited.

"Pedro brings to Bunge a track record of success in the private and public sectors," stated Mr. Weisser. "His expertise and deep insight into both business operations and the public policies that shape them make him the right person to lead Bunge's Brazilian businesses, which have grown larger and more diverse in recent years. I am confident that under his leadership Bunge will be even better positioned to contribute to and share in Brazil's growth."

Until December 2009, Mr. Parente served as Chief Operating Officer, Grupo RBS (RBS), a leading Brazilian multimedia company. As COO, he was responsible for managing all operations of the company, which owns 18 TV stations, eight newspapers and 25 radio stations.

Prior to joining RBS, Mr. Parente held a variety of high-level posts in the public sector. He served as Chief of Staff, Minister of Planning and Deputy Minister of Finance during the administration of Brazilian President Fernando Henrique Cardoso. Mr. Parente has also served as a consultant to the International Monetary Fund and has worked at the Brazilian Central Bank and Banco do Brasil. He is a former Chairman of the Board of Petrobras and Banco do Brasil. He holds a degree in electrical engineering from the University of Brasília, and is a fellow at the George Washington University Center of Latin American Studies.

Mario Barbosa will continue to manage Bunge's fertilizer operations in Brazil, and Sergio Waldrich will continue to manage its agribusiness, food products and sugar & bioenergy operations. Both will report to Mr. Parente.

Weisser continued: "We look forward to integrating further Bunge's Brazilian businesses, so they can produce the best services for our domestic and international customers with the greatest efficiency. Market conditions demand this. In addition to their management responsibilities, Mario and Sergio will work closely with Pedro to create the optimal linkages among Bunge Fertilizantes, Bunge Alimentos and our growing sugar and bioenergy business."

About Bunge Limited

Bunge Limited (www.Bunge.com, NYSE: BG) is a leading global agribusiness and food company founded in 1818 and headquartered in White Plains, New York. Bunge's 25,000 employees in over 30 countries enhance lives by improving the global agribusiness and food production chain. The company supplies fertilizer to farmers; originates, transports and processes oilseeds, grains and other agricultural commodities; produces food products for commercial customers and consumers; and supplies raw materials and services to the biofuels industry.

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This press release contains both historical and forward-looking statements. All statements, other than statements of historical fact are, or may be deemed to be, forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements are not based on historical facts, but rather reflect our current expectations and projections about our future results, performance, prospects and opportunities. We have tried to identify these forward-looking statements by using words including "may," "will," "should," "could," "expect," "anticipate," "believe," "plan," "intend," "estimate," "continue" and similar expressions. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause our actual results, performance, prospects or opportunities to differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by, these forward-looking statements. The following important factors, among others, could affect our business and financial performance: industry conditions, including fluctuations in supply, demand and prices for agricultural commodities and other raw materials and products used in our business, fluctuations in energy and freight costs and competitive developments in our industries; the effects of weather conditions and the outbreak of crop and animal disease on our business; global and regional agricultural, economic, financial and commodities market, political, social and health conditions; the outcome of pending regulatory and legal proceedings; our ability to complete, integrate and benefit from acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures and strategic alliances; changes in government policies, laws and regulations affecting our business, including agricultural and trade policies, tax regulations and biofuels legislation; and other factors affecting our business generally. The forward-looking statements included in this release are made only as of the date of this release, and except as otherwise required by federal securities law, we do not have any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

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At the request of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, U.S. Marshals today seized bulk restaurant food products at Won Feng Trading Company, a food processor and warehouse in Nashville, Tenn. The products are adulterated under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act because they have been held under unsanitary conditions whereby they may have become contaminated with filth. The Act uses the term "insanitary" to describe such conditions.

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U.S. Marshals seized all FDA-regulated foods, including a wide variety of bulk restaurant foods, such as 44-pound bags of rice, fresh produce and frozen food products that are susceptible to contamination by rodents, insects, or other filth.

The agency has not received any reports of consumer illnesses.

Won Feng receives food from throughout the United States and distributes its products within the state of Tennessee. The FDA estimates the value of the seized goods to be more than $1 million. U.S. Marshals executed this seizure pursuant to a warrant issued by the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee.

"The violations at Won Feng Trading are both serious and repetitive," said Michael Chappell, the FDA's acting associate commissioner for regulatory affairs. "The FDA will take actions against any food companies that fail to provide adequate safeguards to ensure that products they produce or hold for sale remain free of contamination."

The FDA had previously issued a Warning Letter to Won Feng in May 2009, citing numerous deviations from current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements, including ineffective measures taken by the firm to exclude pests. The firm stated in a June response to the FDA that it had corrected the violations cited in the Warning Letter.

In a follow-up inspection completed in November 2009, the FDA investigators found evidence of an active and widespread rodent infestation in the building, including live and dead rodents, rodent hair, rodent nesting material, evidence of rodent-gnawed food, and rodent urine. The FDA investigators also observed insect filth and live birds in the building, and found that the building had defects that could allow pests to enter food storage areas.

These unsanitary conditions and practices led to today's seizure action.

Media Inquiries: Tom Gasparoli, 301-796-4737, thomas.gasparoli@fda.hhs.gov

Consumer Inquiries: 888-INFO-FDA

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Whether it's announcing play-by-play at a New York Mets game or giving to those in need through their foundation -- Pitch in for a Good Cause -- SNY-TV sportscasters Gary Cohen, Keith Hernandez and Ron Darling are in the game all-year round.

Pitch in for a Good Cause Foundation, the brainchild of Lynn Cohen (Gary's wife), is a non-profit organization that sells tickets to special Mets events, T-shirts, baseball caps, bears and mugs with one objective in mind: to give back to those who are less fortunate. Taking advantage of their unique position as popular television sportscasters, Pitch in for a Good Cause is a way for Gary, Keith and Ron to connect with baseball fans while also supporting favorite charities.

Pitch in for a Good Cause (a.k.a. GaryKeithandRon ), now entering its third year, is pleased to announce that The Nourishing Kitchen of New York City has been selected as the 2010 recipient of all net proceeds from the group's fundraising. The Nourishing Kitchen of NYC is a non-profit community food program in East Harlem that serves free nutritional hot meals to meet the needs of their low-income neighbors and provides cooking classes for people of all ages so they can learn how to prepare healthy meals The facility also provides opportunities for volunteers to give of themselves in service to others.

"Gary, Keith, Ron and I are grateful to all of our loyal GKR members for their support and dedication to our efforts", said Lynn Cohen. "Their generosity in buying GaryKeithandRon items, and participating in our events, goes directly to supporting worthy organizations and helping people who might be going through some of life's toughest challenges. It is an honor to be a part of the effort that unites baseball fans and philanthropy."

"We are truly grateful to be chosen as one of the charities to partner with Pitch in for a Good Cause," said Gina Puzzanghera, founder and director of The Nourishing Kitchen of New York City. "The contribution from Pitch in for a Good Cause will go far in allowing us to continue to help feed the urban community and provide nutritional education. We are thrilled and proud to be a part of the Pitch in for a Good Cause team."

For more information, please visit pitchinforagoodcause.org.

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Baskin-Robbins, America's favorite ice cream shop, is continuing to expand its national footprint with today's announcement that Miami, Florida is now open for franchise sales. Approximately 30 additional stand-alone stores could be supported throughout Miami and the surrounding areas of Dade and Broward counties and would be scheduled to open over the next several years. Currently, the Greater Miami area has only two stand-alone Baskin-Robbins' stores and 35 combined stores with Dunkin' Donuts.

In order to share information about expansion opportunities in Miami, Baskin-Robbins is hosting a brand introduction seminar on January 18th at the Courtyard Miami Beach Oceanfront hotel at 3925 Collins Avenue from 10 a.m. to noon. Included in the discussion will be the brand's latest store designs, market growth, new logo, marketing, training and site selection, among other topics. To register for the event and learn more, please contact Dwayne Greer at 615-545-7766 or dwayne.greer@dunkinbrands.com or visit www.baskinrobbins.com/franchiseopportunities.

Prior to the seminar held on January 18th, Baskin-Robbins will be participating and exhibiting at Franchise Expo South on January 15-17, 2010. Attendees of the show, held at the Miami Beach Convention Center, can find Baskin-Robbins at Booth #506. Franchise Expo South will host hundreds of leading concepts in franchising, as well as entrepreneurs throughout the Southeast, Latin America and Caribbean who are interested in franchising.

Baskin-Robbins operates more than 6,000 stores in 35 countries. With a domestic footprint of nearly 2,700 locations, Baskin-Robbins continues to seek exceptional franchisee candidates in Miami to be part of its U.S. expansion plans. Built over the last 64 years, Baskin-Robbins currently enjoys 98 percent brand awareness across the country and recently was ranked number 47 in Entrepreneur magazine's annual "Franchise 500," the industry's premier franchise ranking.

Baskin-Robbins is actively seeking store developers in the Miami area who possess strong financial backgrounds, the desire to maximize their territory's sales and have a passion for the communities they will serve.

"As the Baskin-Robbins brand continues to develop in Florida, we're excited to provide new store owners with the unique opportunity to capitalize on their territory's potential, serve as the face of the brand in the community, as well as set the direction of the market's growth," said Salman Siddiqui, vice president of global business development, Baskin-Robbins. "With the remaining opportunities in Miami, Baskin-Robbins will continue to expand and satisfy a growing demand in Dade and Broward counties for high-quality ice cream, specialty frozen desserts and beverages."

Baskin-Robbins continues its growth in 2010 with several real estate concepts that provide interested store developers with a range of flexible real estate design options. Part ice cream indulgence, dessert-theater and test kitchen rolled into one, the revolutionary Cafe BR model operates as a high-end dessert bar with unique ice cream and coffee products. Cafe BR is currently being tested outside of Boston in the Patriot Place development alongside Gillette Stadium. The traditional Baskin-Robbins concept is an updated, stand-alone store featuring all of Baskin-Robbins' standard equipment and offerings. Traditional stores can also support a drive-thru depending on the real estate selected. Lastly, the BR Express concept is a kiosk design offering a convenient and simplified solution for malls, sports arenas, airports or other small co-branded real estate opportunities.

"With a history of innovative product introductions and a commitment to both customer service and business success for our franchisees, Baskin-Robbins delivers value to not only its customers, but entrepreneurs who are looking for a new career opportunity," said Siddiqui. "We share common objectives with our store developers, which focus on building and sustaining a profitable business and strong brand in today's economy."

Furthering its commitment to its franchisees, Baskin-Robbins also offers extensive training programs and comprehensive operating systems designed to help build business. A broad franchise support team is geared to simplify operations and includes development and construction experts, operational support professionals, training managers and field marketing managers. Baskin-Robbins also employs state-of-the-art technology and the latest point of sale terminals to help stores run more efficiently and cost effectively. Baskin-Robbins has proven to be a simple business to run with convenient hours of operation, minimal equipment, little waste and a majority of inventory that has a shelf life of one year with proper storage.

Over six decades ago, Baskin-Robbins was founded by ice cream enthusiasts Burton "Burt" Baskin and Irvine "Irv" Robbins who shared a dream to create an innovative ice cream store that would be a neighborhood gathering place for families. Today, over 300 million people visit Baskin-Robbins each year to sample the more than 1,000 flavors available in its ice cream library, as well as enjoy its full array of frozen treats including ice cream cakes, frozen beverages and sundaes.

About Baskin-Robbins

Named the top ice cream and frozen dessert franchise in the United States by Entrepreneur magazine's 30th annual Franchise 500® ranking, Baskin-Robbins is the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops. Baskin-Robbins creates and markets innovative, premium ice cream, specialty frozen desserts and beverages, providing quality and value to consumers at more than 6,000 retail shops in 35 countries. Baskin-Robbins was founded by two ice cream enthusiasts whose passion led to the creation of more than 1,000 ice cream flavors and a wide variety of delicious treats. Headquartered in Canton, Mass., Baskin-Robbins is part of the Dunkin' Brands, Inc. family of companies. For further information, visit http://www.baskinrobbins.com/franchiseopportunities.

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    Kim Ryan
    770.205.7423
    kryan@fish-consulting.com

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The New Year is the time for resolutions, especially ones about kick-starting a lifestyle that's healthier for the body as well as the planet. This January, Organic Valley - a farmer-owned cooperative of more than 1,300 organic family farmers nationwide - is wheeling out a promotion that will help people fulfill that noble but often elusive resolution.

Beginning today, consumers can go to OrganicRising.com and enter to win prizes that complement the healthy choices they make when purchasing Organic Valley breakfast products at their local grocery store. Organic Valley will award three grand prizes of a Trek bicycle, free subscriptions to Organic Gardening magazine; and five prizes of a year of free Organic Valley products. The website also offers healthy breakfast tips and valuable coupons for nutritious Organic Valley breakfast products, including milk, orange juice, soy milk, eggs, butter and Organic Prairie brand breakfast link sausage. While online, consumers can use Organic Valley's online calculator Organic Counts (www.organicvalley.coop/organiccounts) to measure the amount of toxic pesticides and synthetic nitrogen they're helping to keep out of the environment by purchasing Organic Valley products.

For each Organic Rising contest entry, Organic Valley will donate $1 to the Rodale Institute (www.rodaleinstitute.org), a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of people and the planet through organic farming. This will add up to thousands of dollars for organic health and environmental research.

"Organic Valley wants to inspire families to start the new decade focused on the health of their bodies and the planet," said Sarah Bratnober, marketing communications director for Organic Valley. "Simple choices, from starting each day with an organic breakfast, to heading out the door for a bike ride for some exercise, to supporting the work of organizations like the Rodale Institute are small actions that add up to a big difference."

The Organic Rising contest will run through March 31 and winners will be announced in April of 2010.

About Organic Valley Family of Farms: Independent and Farmer-Owned

Organic Valley is America's largest cooperative of organic farmers and is one of the nation's leading organic brands. Organized in 1988, it represents 1,398 farmers in 33 states and one Canadian province, and achieved $527.8 million in 2008 sales. Focused on its founding mission of saving family farms through organic farming, Organic Valley produces a variety of organic foods, including organic milk, soy, cheese, butter, spreads, creams, eggs, produce and juice, which are sold in supermarkets, natural foods stores and food cooperatives nationwide. The same farmers who produce for Organic Valley also produce a full range of delicious organic meat under the Organic Prairie Family of Farms label. For further information, call 1-888-444-MILK or visit www.organicvalley.coop, www.organicprairie.coop and the cooperative's farmer website, www.farmers.coop. Organic Valley is also on Twitter @Organic_Valley and Facebook www.facebook.com/OrganicValley.

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China Marine Food Group Ltd. (NYSE Amex: CMFO), a China-based manufacturer of seafood-based snack foods and distributor of fresh and frozen marine catch, today announced the closing of its acquisition of Shishi Xianghe Food Science and Technology Co., Ltd. ("Xianghe"), a Fujian-based manufacturer of the branded "Hi-Power" algae-based soft drinks. China Marine purchased 80% of the registered capital stock (the "Shares") of Xianghe for $27.8 million on January 1, 2010.

China Marine's acquisition of Xianghe was finalized after management's due diligence through December 2009. As detailed in the Company's press release on December 2, 2009, the acquisition plan included the transfer of an initial loan of $26.4 million, which was owed by Xianghe to China Marine, to be the purchase consideration for the Shares of Xianghe and a final payment of $1.4 million to the former sole shareholder of Xianghe within 30 days after completion of the audit report of Xianghe for the year ended December 31, 2009.

Xianghe's flagship product, "Hi-Power" algae-based soft drink, was developed by the Yellow Sea Fisheries Research Institute of Chinese Academy of Fishery Science in coordination with Xianghe's founder, Mr. Qiu Shang Jing. Hi-Power is marketed as a high-protein content drink, low in calories and fat, which provides the consumers a combination of immune system benefits, improved digestion and reductions in hyperglycemia and hypertension. Hi-Power's target market focuses on health-conscious consumers in China's fast-growing beverage market.

Similar to China Marine, Xianghe has developed a network of distributors with exclusive territories in Fujian, Zhejiang, Guangdong and Hunan provinces, which sell Hi-Power to retail food stores, restaurant food supply dealers and the hospitality industry. 2010 estimates of revenues from Xianghe are $20 plus million with net profit margins anticipated at 20%. Through integrating the product into China Marine's distribution network and expanding distribution to untapped provinces in China, management expects revenues for 2011 to grow over 60% year over year with a trend toward normalized long-term net profit margins of 25%.

As part of the acquisition, the management team of Xianghe and all associated sales and marketing staff will join the China Marine team. Collectively, the team plans to meet the strategic goals of Hi-Power's marketing strategy and also collaborate with China Marine's Mingxiang(R)-branded seafood-based snack food sales team to leverage China Marine's current distribution in seven provinces and future distribution throughout China.

"We are very pleased to announce the closing of the acquisition of Xianghe Food," began Pengfei Liu, Chairman and CEO of China Marine. "In addition to the earnings contribution from this newly acquired product line, there are a number of synergies, including our customer base, brand identity and distribution methodology that meet our acquisition criteria. Xianghe's location in our home province of Fujian is very near to our Shishi-based headquarters which leads to their quick assimilation into our business operations and corporate culture. We are equally pleased that we have added a product line in beverages which is one of the fast growing categories in China's retail food and drink markets. The final consideration was that the company's use of algae as the base raw material in Hi-Power is consistent with healthy, marine-based food sources we currently use ourselves. We are equally confident that our investors will find similar value in our decision, expansion of our product portfolio and anticipated of payback for this investment within four years," Liu concluded.

Revised 2010 Guidance

Based on the revenue and net income projections from Xianghe for 2010, China Marine will increase its previously stated guidance of $80.0 million in revenues and $18.0 million in net income to $100.0 million in revenues and $21.5 million in net income for the year ending December 31, 2010.

About Xianghe Food Science and Technology

Shishi Xianghe Food Science and Technology Co., Ltd. is a Fujian-based manufacturer of the branded Hi-Power algae-based soft drinks. Hi-Power was developed by the Yellow Sea Fisheries Research Institute of Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences in coordination with the founder. Xianghe has developed a network of distributors with exclusive territories in Fujian, Zhejiang, Guangdong and Hunan which sell Hi-Power to retail food stores, restaurants food supply dealers and the hospitality industry.

About China Marine

China Marine Food Group Ltd. processes and distributes seafood-based snack foods, and fresh and frozen marine catch to seven provinces in the PRC. Founded in 1994, China Marine has grown steadily and positioned its "Mingxiang" brand as a category leader in 2,200 retail sales points in the PRC. The Company has received "The Famous Brand" and "Green Food" awards. China Marine is located in the Fujian province, one of the largest coastal provinces in the PRC and a vital navigation hub between the East China Sea and the South China Sea. The Company is committed to the highest standard of quality control with the ISO9001, ISO14001, HACCP certification and EU export registration.

FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS

This release contains certain "forward-looking statements" relating to the business of China Marine Food Group Limited and its subsidiary companies, which can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "believes," "expects" or similar expressions. Such forward looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, including all business uncertainties relating to product development, marketing, concentration in a single customer, raw material costs, market acceptance, future capital requirements, competition in general and other factors that may cause actual results to be materially different from those described herein as anticipated, believed, estimated or expected. Certain of these risks and uncertainties are or will be described in greater detail in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. China Marine Food Group Limited is under no obligation to (and expressly disclaims any such obligation to) update or alter its forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state or jurisdiction.

    For more information, please contact:

    COMPANY
     Marco Hon Wai Ku, CFO
     Suite 815, 8th Floor
     Ocean Centre, Harbour City
     Kowloon, HONG KONG
     Tel:   +852-2111-8768
     Email: marco.ku@china-marine.cn
     Web:   http://www.china-marine.cn

    INVESTOR RELATIONS
     John Mattio, SVP
     HC International, New York
     Tel:   +1-203-616-5144 (U.S.)
     Email: john.mattio@hcinternational.net
     Web:   http://www.hcinternational.net

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Pilot Travel Centers has launched a major new initiative utilizing communications tools ranging from putting messages on its fleet of tanker trucks to launching new social media sites to promote its premium coffees in 2010 and confirm Pilot coffee as "the best on the interstate."

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The initiative includes the company's first official Facebook fan page dedicated exclusively to coffee and a brand new Twitter account.

"We are trying to tell the world about our great coffee program," said Tim Purcell, Pilot's director of merchandising. "Social networks are just another new method we are using to deliver our message."

The Pilot Travel Centers fan page can be accessed by visiting http://www.facebook.com/pilottravelcenters. Fans of Pilot Travel Centers can print a coupon for a free hot beverage, redeemable at any Pilot Travel Center or Pilot Food Mart. Facebook fans also can take a poll about which Pilot coffee blend is their favorite. The readers of Truckers News have named Pilot's coffee offerings the "Best Coffee on the Interstate."

"Our Facebook page serves as a virtual community and information center for our loyal customers," said Jimmy Haslam, president and CEO of Pilot Travel Centers. "We hope our customers will continue to enjoy Pilot's affordable, delicious variety of hot beverages at our travel center locations."

To follow Pilot on Twitter, go to http://www.twitter.com/pilottravel.

In conjunction with the launch of the coffee-focused Facebook page and the new Twitter account, Pilot Travel Centers is offering an in-store sweepstakes for lucky customers to win free coffee for a year. Customers can complete and submit a ballot at any Pilot Travel Center location during the month of January. Six entries at each travel center - more than 1,800 customers - will be selected to win a year of free Pilot coffee. Information about the sweepstakes is available at Pilot Travel Center locations.

All 325 tanker trucks in Pilot's fleet have the new message, "Best Coffee on the Interstate," displayed on the entire rear panel of the trailers.

In addition to coffee, Pilot is unveiling six up-scale tea products. The Revolution Teas are premium teas that have been recognized for their quality. Pilot will introduce new breakfast items popular with coffee drinkers, such as oatmeal.

Pilot Travel Centers LLC is a leading operator of travel centers, catering to professional drivers and traveling motorists in 41 states with over 300 retail interstate properties. The company is headquartered in Knoxville, Tenn., employs 14,000 nation-wide and is held in a partnership between Pilot Corporation, wholly owned by the Haslam family, and Propeller Corporation, wholly owned by the funds advised by CVC Capital Partners, a leading global private equity firm.

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Jackson Family Wines is introducing the wine industry to a new era in winery water recycling and energy-use reduction that, if adopted by even 35% of California wineries, could result in conserving as much as one billion gallons of water annually.

Jackson Family Wines, whose wineries include Kendall-Jackson, recently completed a year long "proof of concept" pilot program that confirmed the technology's high efficiency and quality standards in using filtered rinse water that is recycled from a number of winery uses. The technology was adapted to winery operations through a cooperative initiative among Jackson Family Wines, the Napa-based Civil Engineering firm Riechers Spence and Associates, and winery wastewater specialists Heritage Systems, with the University of California at Davis providing independent third-party validation of testing results.

The process will be applied to water used for rinsing wine barrels and tanks along with other uses that together represent about 70% of a winery's water use. In addition to water savings, the new process also provides multiple energy benefits. The system returns 90 percent of water enabling a winery to reuse its rinse water up to ten times. Since the recycled water also retains 75 percent of its heat properties, the new process will also reduce energy use and cost. This highly efficient technology can dramatically reduce water use and energy used in the acquisition, heating, transfer, cleaning and dispersal of water.

The high quality of the recycled water more than satisfies applicable drinking water standards. The wine material removed from rinse- and process-water as part of the filtering process has the possibility for secondary beneficial uses including co-composting with other organic materials, use as a natural fertilizer, or energy creation in a bio-digester system.

"This is the first time that the wine industry has seen a water filtration system that is so efficient and cost effective," said Jess Jackson, founder and proprietor of Jackson Family Wines. "We expect this to have a major beneficial impact on water and energy use not only in the wine industry, but in many industries throughout the state. As a family business, we remain committed to being a leader in responsible stewardship of our natural resources."

Jackson Family Wines is now in the process of moving from the pilot test to commercial operation at its Kendall-Jackson winery in Sonoma County, California. In this one winery alone, the system, when implemented, is expected to result in annual reductions of 6,000,000 gallons of water, 133,000 kWh of electricity, and 73,000 therms of natural gas. Jackson Family Wines is also seeking grants to help accelerate the adoption of this process by the rest