The California Fig industry is excited to announce the excellent quality of the 2015 fresh crop across all varieties – Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Calimyrna, Kadota, Sierra and Tiger Figs. Natural, good-for-you, and tasty California Fresh Figs are available now thru December.
To celebrate the start of the season, award-winning Chef Robert Del Grande of Houston’s highly-acclaied RDG + Bar Annie created five new simple and delicious recipes that highlight the incredible flavor and versatility of California Fresh Figs.
“I really think figs are the perfect fruit. They have texture, flavor, and nutrition,” says Del Grande. “There’s also a sophistication that fresh figs bring to any dish. Elevate a cheese plate or include them as a key ingredient in salads and salsas. Just remember: When you think delicious, think figs. When you think figs, think California!”
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http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7587551-chef-del-grande-california-fig-2015/
According to recent findings from Campos Inc., food customization is one of this year’s top consumer trends. Now, more than ever, consumers find endless options when it comes to customizing food – whether they are eating in or dining out. Along with exploring different flavors and food pairings, the baking industry is rethinking how they package recipes to consumers. In fact, according to Mintel, 45% of consumers surveyed want multiple preparation options and recipes listed on the packaging to allow them to express their personality.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7519851-lucky-leaf-customizable-desserts/
KitchenAid has introduced a new spiralizer attachment for its iconic stand mixer that gives cooks fresh new ways to get creative with fruits and vegetables. Available now at Sur La Table and at the beginning of August on KitchenAid.com, the spiralizer attachment carries a suggested retail price of $129.99.
“The spiralizer is powered by the KitchenAid stand mixer and operates virtually hands-free, simplifying the process of fixing a quick and healthy meal,” said Beth Robinson, senior brand experience manager for KitchenAid. “Whether putting a healthy twist on a traditional recipe, or creating something completely original, the spiralizer gives cooks more ways to make delicious meals with fresh produce.”
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7541651-kitchenaid-spiralizer-attachment/
Enjoy this first episode of a 5-part gummy bear stop motion animation series. Visit: http://www.amazon.com/Sweet-Fruit-Bitter-Tree-Compassionate/dp/0911226451 to buy the book "Sweet Fruit from the Bitter Tree: 61 true stories of creative and surprising ways out of conflict." Learn more about Mark at http://www.markandreas.com
CREDITS: Thanks to all my friends who gave me valuable feedback to make this video what it is! Thanks for everyone that made the sound possible in this video: Special thanks to: Imovie Freesound.org neonaeon for creating the fanfare:
http://www.freesound.org/people/neonaeon/sounds/49477/ cylon8472 for creating the Cthulhu growl I used for the scary worm noise: http://www.freesound.org/people/cylon8472/sounds/249686/ Closing music: ”Lord of the Land" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Relenzo2 for the ice spell sound used in the Bitter Curse: http://www.freesound.org/people/Relenzo2/sounds/160420/
Farmers in Ivory Coast struggle with a mango harvest season that is as short as the fruit is sweet.
“For a 4-6 week period in April and May, the country is flooded with good mangos, but it ends abruptly when the rainy season starts. From then on, the mango just starts decaying,” explains Mathew Shed, container manager in the specialist shipping company Africa Express Line (AEL).
“We were approached in April by Eolis, a CF logistics company, who asked for some kind of smart solution that would keep the fruit delicious and marketable for a longer time,” he adds.
The solution turned out to be special reefer containers. With quick help from a container leasing company and a container depot in Antwerp, Belgium, Star Cool containers were upgraded to work with controlled atmosphere, in short known as CA, and sent to Ivory Coast.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/72762525-MCI-eyes-revolution-mango-trade/
Farmers in Ivory Coast struggle with a mango harvest season that is as short as the fruit is sweet.
“For a 4-6 week period in April and May, the country is flooded with good mangos, but it ends abruptly when the rainy season starts. From then on, the mango just starts decaying,” explains Mathew Shed, container manager in the specialist shipping company Africa Express Line (AEL).
“We were approached in April by Eolis, a CF logistics company, who asked for some kind of smart solution that would keep the fruit delicious and marketable for a longer time,” he adds.
The solution turned out to be special reefer containers. With quick help from a container leasing company and a container depot in Antwerp, Belgium, Star Cool containers were upgraded to work with controlled atmosphere, in short known as CA, and sent to Ivory Coast.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/72762525-MCI-eyes-revolution-mango-trade/
Crimson Wine Group (CWG), today announced the national release of Luminary, the first American wine to cross state lines and blend fruit from four iconic properties in four renowned wine regions through a collaborative effort to create a truly unique wine. The first American wine of its kind, Luminary is an extension of the driving philosophy of the Crimson Wine Group and showcases the preeminent appellations and estate vineyard sites of each region with a dedication to handcrafted quality and the highest respect for the land. A bold new concept for the red wine category, Luminary represents a unique blend that only Crimson Wine Group can create from its preeminent estate holdings.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7310651-crimson-wine-group-launches-luminary-highly-anticipated-renowned-american/
New research published in the September issue of the British Journal of Nutrition and featured in the just released Global Phytonutrient Report highlights a significant shortfall in fruit and vegetable consumption in people’s diets around the world. Commissioned by the Nutrilite Health Institute of Amway, the research finds the majority of adults worldwide would have to at least double their current consumption of fruits and vegetables to meet the World Health Organization’s minimum recommendation of five servings (400 grams) per day. Additionally, the vast majority of adults worldwide – 60 to 87 percent across 13 geographic diet regions – are falling short of this recommendation and missing out on crucial nutrition and health benefits.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7239454-nutrilite-health-institute-of-amway-research-reveals-adults-need-double-fruit-vegetable/
Two new Jamba® At-Home fruit and vegetable smoothies have become available to health conscious consumers today as Blue Fusion and Red Fusion officially arrive in grocery, and mass merchandise stores nationwide. Pairing vitamin–rich vegetables such as purple carrot, sweet potato and spinach with naturally sweet fruits like dark cherries, strawberries and blueberries, Blue Fusion and Red Fusion offer an unparalleled combination of nutrition and convenience in the form of a blend-at-home smoothie kit.
To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click: http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7249751-new-fruit-veggie-fusion-smoothies-jamba-at-home-taste-convenience-nutrition/
Old Orchard Brands, a leading fruit juice and beverage company, issues a nationwide challenge today to identify the most ingenious method for staying cool during the hot summer months ahead. The #StayCool Summer contest seeks user-submitted videos that capture the essence of staying “cool” in exchange for prizes that range from free Old Orchard Brands fruit juice to a chance at winning one of two summer getaway vacation packages valued at $2,500.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7236051-old-orchard-naturally-sweetened-lemonades-stay-cool-summer-video-contest/
Until a few years ago, it was not possible to transport bananas from growers in Ecuador to consumers in Azerbaijan except by air. Then came a reefer trade game changer, MCI’s Star Cool Controlled Atmosphere (CA). Now, a new animation film seeks to explain the simple and affordable technology behind.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/63464-maersk-star-cool-reefer-film
No need to break the bank at juice bars for all-natural fresh fruit and veggie-blended juices. Today, leading juice manufacturer Old Orchard Brands launches Fruit & Veggie, a new line of 100 percent natural fruit and vegetable juice blends available for the first time as a frozen fruit juice concentrate. Each 12-ounce container reconstitutes to six, 8-ounce servings and every glass contains a full serving of both fruit and vegetables.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/61241-old-orchard-brands-first-fruit-and-veggie-juice-blend-preservative-free
