Blogs Posts in Fresh food category; 386 blog posts

University revolutionizes Winnipeg's food scene

It was a review that would have shuttered most restaurants. Lukewarm, tough chicken served with soggy potatoes and vegetable mush. A server who coughed onto her own arm as she presented a meal. This grim appraisal of a culinary experience [...]

Posted On : May, 24 2011 | Comments : 0

Walgreens expands fresh food offerings

Walgreen Co. added fruits, vegetables and other fresh products to 30 stores in the San Francisco area as the biggest U.S. drugstore chain expanded a pilot program aimed at selling more healthy and “on-the-go” foods to customer [...]

Posted On : May, 20 2011 | Comments : 0

Shoppers promised fresh veg or money back

In an attempt to prove its commitment to supplying fresh food, a supermarket giant is making a promise to customers. "Woolworths is encouraging any customer who is unhappy with the quality of their fruit or veg to bring it back to th [...]

Posted On : May, 19 2011 | Comments : 0

Fresh from the farm at the Spokane Farmers Market

Every year, I have the best intentions of getting a garden started. Visions of fresh produce dance through my head. I dream of sunny days, a basket full of herbs, sweat on my brow and dirt under my nails. I start seeds inside and wait for [...]

Posted On : May, 18 2011 | Comments : 0

Oakland school markets bring fresh food to the deprived

In Oakland neighborhoods where liquor stores offer wilted produce and ubiquitous fast-food outlets tempt parents seeking a quick, inexpensive family meal, 12 farmers markets have opened at elementary and middle schools since 2006. In [...]

Posted On : May, 17 2011 | Comments : 0

Farm Fresh Food Project Moves Forward

Southampton Town students might soon have a chance to learn the basics of running a farmers market by helping those without access to local, fresh produce. Since February, Southampton Town Councilwoman Bridget Fleming has spearheaded t [...]

Posted On : May, 16 2011 | Comments : 0

Developing Innovative Processes To Ensure Fresh Food Is Safe

IFR researchers have recently reviewed the use of cold atmospheric plasmas to inactivate Salmonella to assess their use by fresh or minimally-processed food producers. A growing demand for fresh produce is presenting a challenge to the [...]

Posted On : May, 13 2011 | Comments : 0

Potatoes are a Fresh, Natural Choice for Gluten-Free Eating

According to a recent survey, only 19% of Americans rate potatoes as excellent for being gluten free.* In fact, potatoes are 100% gluten-free! According to the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness, an estimated 3 million A [...]

Posted On : May, 12 2011 | Comments : 0

Dean Foods Company provides strong FY2011 guidance on strong...

Net sales improved to $3.05 billion from net sales of $2.96 billion reported in the first quarter of the previous year on strong sales growth at WhiteWave-Alpro. Net sales of the WhiteWave-Alpro increased 7% year-over-year to $507 million [...]

Posted On : May, 11 2011 | Comments : 0

Safeway Recalling Tomato Kabobs For Salmonella Contamination

Safeway, Inc. has recalled a line of fresh kabobs made with grape tomatoes that may have been contaminated by Salmonella, officials said. The kabobs were sold at the grocery store's full-service meat counter and were made with grape t [...]

Posted On : May, 10 2011 | Comments : 0

Cantonment Farmer’s Market Huge Success

Participating vendors included, Hastings Grass Fed Beef, Country Baked Goods & Fresh Salsas, C & D Mill, Kelly’s Mayhaw Berries & Jelly, The Farm at Enoch’s Walk, Ladybug Acres Natural Growers, Tracie’s Candles, Shirley& [...]

Posted On : May, 09 2011 | Comments : 0

HMSHost's B4YouBoard App: Enjoy Fresh Food Fast at JFK's Del...

Smartphones and mobile apps are making the day better for consumers in every way-from getting the latest news, to downloading a best selling book, or making dinner reservations at the hottest restaurant in town, it's difficult to reme [...]

Posted On : May, 06 2011 | Comments : 0

Variety of ‘fresh food’ initiatives growing

Mother's Day approaches, buoyed by the spring celebrations of Earth Day and the wonderful Arbor Day event. And it turns out Mother's Day has serious roots underneath its be-ribboned modern skirt. Julia Ward Howe, who wrote the poe [...]

Posted On : May, 05 2011 | Comments : 0

Exhibitor boost for Fruit Attraction

The organisers of Fruit Attraction 2011, which will take place 19-21 October this year in Madrid, have already contracted 10 per cent more exhibition space than they did in 2010. With six months still to go to the event, exhibitors' [...]