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Emerging Markets Report: The Mastermind Behind the Brand

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., April 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Previously, we introduced Kisses From Italy Inc. (OTCQB:KITL), a publicly listed U.S.-based company, restaurant chain operator, franchisor, and product distributor with locations in the United States, Canada and Europe, and its partnership with celebrity chef, Food Network Star, restaurateur and cookbook author Scott Conant. Now, it is time for the company’s current advisor, Fransmart, to have the spotlight.

Key Points: 
  • Fransmart is a global leader in franchise development, selling over 5,000 franchises worldwide and turning emerging restaurant concepts into national and global brands for 20 years.
  • The company serves as Kisses From Italy’s current advisor and exclusive global developer and representative, aiding brand development and growth.
  • Fransmart’s website provides informative videos giving insight into what it took to create the company, its focus and the process of acquiring brands.
  • Fransmart specializes in seeing the potential of each brand and Rowe stresses the importance of getting involved early.

Emerging Markets Report: From Fame to Franchise

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., March 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- We’re pleased today to reintroduce a previously profiled company to our roster of high-quality stories with Kisses From Italy Inc. (OTCQB:KITL), a publicly listed U.S.-based company, restaurant chain operator, franchisor, and product distributor with locations in the United States, Canada and Europe. Kisses From Italy made the exciting announcement last week of its plans to form an alliance with American celebrity chef, Food Network star, restaurateur and cookbook author Scott Conant to develop a new restaurant concept.

Key Points: 
  • Two simple things have made this opportunity come to fruition for Kisses From Italy, according to president, co-CEO and co-founder, Michele Di Turi: hard work and dedication.
  • In addition to the strategic alliance with Food Network Star, Scott Conant, Kisses From Italy has a worldwide industry leader in the global franchise development market, Fransmart , as a current advisor to play the key role of serving as the group's exclusive global franchise developer and representative.
  • Dan Rowe, founder and CEO of Fransmart, stated, “The Italian QSR and fast casual space is wide open.
  • There is something magical when a group of creatives can sit in a room and see all the through lines come together.

THOR Kitchen to introduce eleven new products at KBIS 2023

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Monday, January 30, 2023

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- THOR Kitchen is exhibiting at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) in Las Vegas, Nevada, from Jan. 31 to Feb. 2 in booth W4461 where new cooking, cooling and indoor/outdoor appliances will be on display. In addition to participating in the Best of KBIS awards and the Interior Design Society's VIP Designer Experience, the brand will also host cooking demonstrations by brand ambassadors Chef Derrick Fox (Master Chef seasons six and 12) and Chef Brad Miller (Food Network Star and restaurateur) at 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1.

Key Points: 
  • "We're thrilled to introduce several new products at the kitchen and bath industry's largest event," said Kyle You, Managing Director of THOR Kitchen.
  • "Attendees will also get an electrifying look at our appliances' powerful performance capabilities during Chef Miller and Chef Fox's exciting live cooking demonstrations."
  • THOR Kitchen's KBIS product introductions include:
    60-Inch Gas Range: Featuring dual 30-inch ovens and eight high-powered burners, the brand's newest and largest range is debuting at the show in a fresh yellow colorway.
  • French Door Refrigerator with Freezer Drawers: A 36-inch counter depth unit that's Energy Star Certified to maximize energy savings, with generous storage and adjustable shelves.

HUNGRY VX Adds Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Former Private Chef, Jourdan Cha'Taun, to its Virtual Xperiences Celebrity Talent

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Thursday, October 20, 2022

WASHINGTON, Oct. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HUNGRY VX, the celebrity chef-driven experiential arm of food-tech powerhouse HUNGRY, announces a new addition to its lineup of professional chef personalities: Chef Jourdan Cha'Taun, former private chef to Sean "Diddy" Combs, Floyd Mayweather, and Tyler Perry, is available to schedule for Virtual Xperiences at hungryvx.com.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HUNGRY VX , the celebrity chef-driven experiential arm of food-tech powerhouse HUNGRY , announces a new addition to its lineup of professional chef personalities: Chef Jourdan Cha'Taun, former private chef to Sean "Diddy" Combs, Floyd Mayweather, and Tyler Perry, is available to schedule for Virtual Xperiences at hungryvx.com .
  • HUNGRY VX provides the culinary talent and the ingredient kits with everything you need, you just invite your team and watch the delicious fun unfold.
  • "We're incredibly excited to bring Chef Jourdan on board to our already dynamic team of culinary educators and Xperience-makers," said HUNGRY co-founder Eman Pahlavani.
  • Chef Jourdan, Chef Tregaye, Chef Jess, Chef Kai, and our other world-class Virtual Xperiences talent are the key ingredients to your next successful company event."

La Brea Bakery Huddles Up with Los Angeles Rams for Football Season

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- La Brea Bakery, North America's No. 1 artisan bread brand and the Los Angeles Rams today announced a new partnership that will enhance Rams gamedays with La Brea Bakery breads.

Key Points: 
  • La Brea Bakery and Los Angeles Rams partnership includes gameday tailgates, fan experiences and community impact.
  • 1 artisan bread brand and the Los Angeles Rams today announced a new partnership that will enhance Rams gamedays with La Brea Bakery breads.
  • "The La Brea Bakery brand is 'born and bread' in L.A. so partnering with the Los Angeles Rams is a natural fit.
  • "La Brea Bakery's commitment to innovation and quality paired with its L.A. roots make them a wonderful partner for the Rams House," said Jen Prince, Los Angeles Rams Chief Commercial Officer.

Now Boarding: Chartwells K12 Takes Students on a Food Adventure with New 'Global Eats' Program

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

OAK BROOK, Ill., Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The school cafeteria is often one of the first places a child gets to taste and learn about foods from outside their family's recipes or traditional cultural dishes. Highlighting the unique ingredients and authentic flavors from cuisines around the world, Chartwells K12 has launched a new program called "Global Eats," bringing a world of flavors to school cafeterias across the country. The program invites K-12 students on a food exploration that celebrates cultural heritages, traveling first through China, India, Italy, and Mexico. This Fall, Global Eats is taking off in elementary, middle and high schools, including those in Ridgefield School District (Wash.), North Brunswick Township Public Schools (N.J.) and Lincoln County R-III School District (Mo.).

Key Points: 
  • The program invites K-12 students on a food exploration that celebrates cultural heritages, traveling first through China, India, Italy, and Mexico.
  • "Global Eats prioritizes what kids want connection with others, a healthy planet and adventure," said Belinda Oakley, CEO, Chartwells K12.
  • Chartwells K12 chefs and dietitians, with input from students, developed Global Eats to turn food into a worldly adventure and encourage students to eat together and taste new foods and flavors while learning about different cultures.
  • Global Eats joins the long list of innovative programs Chartwells K12 has brought to its network of schools.

DJ CHEF's Legendary Hamptons Soirees Get Inducted to the Knot Hall of Fame

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Wednesday, February 23, 2022

DJ CHEF is the only entertainer who simultaneously cooks and DJs for private parties and events worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • DJ CHEF is the only entertainer who simultaneously cooks and DJs for private parties and events worldwide.
  • Prior to becoming a chef, he was a DJ and developed a niche to "spin the beats while cooking treats" and DJ CHEF was born.
  • DJ CHEF has been featured in Betches' Hamptons Bachelorette Guide, News 12's What's Hot in the Hamptons, and Elite Daily's Best Unique Bachelorette Party Ideas article.
  • DJ CHEF has been the go-to entertainment for bachelorette parties in the Hamptons, Montauk, and the Nork Fork for over a decade.

FORMER PRO FOOTBALL PLAYER-TURNED-CELEBRITY-CHEF EDDIE JACKSON PARTNERS WITH SWEET EARTH FOODS TO LAUNCH VEGANUARY SWAP SWEEPSTAKES & RECIPES

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Wednesday, January 12, 2022

MOSS LANDING, Calif., Jan. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, vegetarian and vegan foods innovator Sweet Earth Foods, announced a partnership with former pro football player-turned-celebrity-chef Eddie Jackson to debut a Veganuary Swap Sweepstakes and new collection of meatless game day recipes.

Key Points: 
  • MOSS LANDING, Calif., Jan. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, vegetarian and vegan foods innovator Sweet Earth Foods, announced a partnership with former pro football player-turned-celebrity-chef Eddie Jackson to debut a Veganuary Swap Sweepstakes and new collection of meatless game day recipes.
  • "I couldn't be more excited to work with Sweet Earth Foods to bring a new lineup of veggie-forward recipes to people's game day tables this year.
  • To help bring these recipes to fans nationwide, Sweet Earth is hosting a digital Veganuary Swap Sweepstakes, offering people across the country a chance to win delicious game day party packs, curated by Chef Eddie Jackson.
  • Eddie Jackson is a former pro football player who is a fierce competitor both in the kitchen and on the field.

Food Network Star, Restaurateur, Chef Aaron May Joins LastLeaf

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Friday, December 24, 2021

Known for his iconic American cuisine and comfort cooking, Chef Aaron May joins LastLeaf to introduce an exciting product line of food seasonings and sides in 2022, including his famous ranch dressing alongside hot and BBQ sauces and crisp potato chips.

Key Points: 
  • Known for his iconic American cuisine and comfort cooking, Chef Aaron May joins LastLeaf to introduce an exciting product line of food seasonings and sides in 2022, including his famous ranch dressing alongside hot and BBQ sauces and crisp potato chips.
  • The announcement of Chef May is just one of many notable chefs that LastLeaf is partnering with in the coming year.
  • "LastLeaf has such an incredible mission and business model that empowers chefs in a way the market has not seen before," said Chef Aaron May.
  • "We are so excited to have Chef Aaron join our growing group of talented chefs in LastLeaf family," said Founder and CEO, Keith Burkard.

Guy Fieri Named 2021 "Ambassador of Hospitality" by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation

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Wednesday, December 15, 2021

WASHINGTON, Dec. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Guy Fieri , chef, restaurateur and Food Network Emmy Award-winning TV host, has been named the 2021 Thad and Alice Eure Ambassador of Hospitality by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF).

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Guy Fieri , chef, restaurateur and Food Network Emmy Award-winning TV host, has been named the 2021 Thad and Alice Eure Ambassador of Hospitality by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF).
  • Fieri was selected by a distinguished panel of judges, which included NRAEF and National Restaurant Association trustees and board members.
  • "I'm truly honored to receive the Thad and Alice Eure Ambassador of Hospitality award from the National Restaurant Association and theEducational Foundation.
  • About the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation as the philanthropic foundation of the National Restaurant Association, the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation's mission of service to the public is dedicated to enhancing the industry's training and education, career development and community engagement efforts.