Strawberry-Banana Crepes

Crepes

1 cup (250 mL) Bisquick* mix

3/4 cup (175 mL) milk

2 eggs

Filling

1 1/2 cups (375 mL) whipping cream

1/4 cup (50 mL) sugar

2 to 3 bananas, sliced

2 cups (500 mL) fresh strawberries, sliced

1/4 cup (50 mL) chopped walnuts 

Recipe

Win "Best in Brunch" with Egg-ceptional Easter Sweets and Eats

Wow with Carrot-Shaped Waffles, Chick Cupcakes and Sweet Overnight Casseroles

HUNT VALLEY, Md., March, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Easter is on the way!
 Between hiding eggs and preparing perfect baskets, you may be tempted to fall back on predictable
brunch basics like pancakes and scrambled eggs on Easter Sunday. Don't let that happen. This year,
 the McCormick kitchens have you covered with Carrot-Shaped Waffles, simple Sheet Pan Hashes
 and an easy Overnight Lemon Blueberry Muffin Casserole.

"With a little planning and a few simple pantry essentials, like food color and cinnamon, you can
serve a wow-worthy breakfast," said McCormick Executive Chef Kevan Vetter. "Prep a sweet
blueberry muffin or cinnamon roll casserole the night before and pop in the oven Easter morning,
or tint waffle batter orange and cut into wedges topped with green whipped cream for carrot-shaped
waffles."
Sleep On It

• Overnight Lemon Blueberry Muffin Casserole - Breakfast is in the bag with this overnight casserole.
•  Pure Lemon Extract adds bright flavor to the muffin-like base swirled with rich cream cheese and
•  studded with sweet-tart blueberries. Top with a brown sugar and cinnamon streusel.
• Overnight Cinnamon Roll Casserole - Get all the flavor of your favorite morning pastry with just a 
• fraction of the effort! French-toasty hunks of challah are dusted with cinnamon and drizzled with
•  sweet icing in this simple riff on cinnamon rolls.

Easy Like Sunny Morning

• Baked Eggs and Sweet Potato Hash - Ditch the skillet and bake this hearty breakfast hash on
•  a sheet pan. Dice up the sweet potatoes, onions, peppers and ham the night before so you just
•  have to crack the eggs in the morning!
• Puff Pastry Baked Eggs - Stay on the sunny side with these individually baked eggs, set on top
•  a square of puff pastry nestled in Italian-seasoned spring vegetables.
• Avocado Ricotta Toast with Poached Eggs - Blend ripe avocado with ricotta cheese, garlic
•  powder and black pepper. Spread onto toast and top with sliced radishes, greens, lemon and 
• a poached egg!
• Upgrade your Deviled Eggs - Smoky Deviled Eggs, Buffalo Ranch Deviled Eggs,
• Avocado Chipotle Deviled Eggs and Sriracha Deviled Eggs with Candied Bacon

Sweet'n Savory Pull-Apart Breads

• Breakfast Monkey Bread with Sausage - This savory, cheesy, melt-in-your-mouth monkey bread
•  is loaded with sausage, shredded Cheddar and the savory taste of McCormick® Original Country 
• Gravy. Pull it apart – and devour!
• Cinnamon Monkey Bread - Just four ingredients and a bundt pan is all you need for this sweet, 
• indulgent breakfast staple.

Chicks, Carrots and Bunny Treats

• Carrot-Shaped Waffles - A whimsical, easy breakfast treat. Use McCormick Color From Nature™
•  Food Color to tint waffle batter orange, then cut into triangles and pipe green frosting for the stems!
• Homemade Easter Bunny Marshmallows - Please kids and grown-ups alike with these DIY 
• colored marshmallows, cut into bunnies or any shape you desire.
• Chick Cupcakes - There's major adorableness hatching in the kitchen! Pipe two dollops of
•  yellow marshmallow crème for the chick, then add broken pieces of white chocolate wafers 
• for the egg shells.

Get Your Color On

• Easter Egg Dying Guide - Create stunning Instagram-worthy eggs for your Easter egg hunt.
•  Whatever pink, blue or colorful pastel hue you have in mind, we have you covered with 45 gorgeous shades.
• Easy Easter Egg Centerpiece - Show off your "to-dye-for" decorating skills by adding stylishly-hued eggs to a glass bowl or vase for a chic, colorful centerpiece.

For more Easter tips, recipes and inspiration, visit McCormick.com. Also, check us out on
  Pinterest, Facebook and Instagram.
Media Note: to download recipe photography,
visit http://mccormick.new-media-release.com/2017_easter/
About McCormick
McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor. With $4.3
 billion in annual sales, the company manufactures, markets and distributes spices,
 seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavorful products to the entire food industry – retail outlets,
 food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Every day, no matter where or what you eat,
 you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. McCormick Brings Passion to Flavor™.
For more information, visit www.mccormickcorporation.com.
CONTACTS:
Laurie Harrsen
McCormick & Company, Inc.
410.527.8753
Laurie_Harrsen@mccormick.com
Lauren O'Leary
APCO Worldwide
646.556.9323
Loleary@apcoworldwide.com

THE BUTCHART GARDENS ‘BANS THE BOTTLE’

Move will eliminate 80,000 single-use plastic water bottles each year from the environment

March 22nd, 2017 Victoria, B. C. – In recognition of World Water Day, The Butchart Gardens has removed the sale of all single-use plastic water bottles as an extension of their existing environmental practices. Instead, The Gardens is encouraging visitors to bring their own water bottles to fill at one of four double-filtered water stations located around The Gardens. Each water station boasts a drinking fountain, bottle filler and a doggy water dish.

“With this initiative we aim to drive awareness of the serious threat plastic poses to our environment, in particular single-use plastic water bottles,” said Bob Parrotta, Director of Food Services for The Butchart Gardens. “We have chosen today to announce our new direction in an effort to bring attention to World Water Day which is marked on 22nd of March every year. It’s a day to celebrate water and to prepare for how we manage water in the future.”

According to Ottawa’s Polaris Institute, bottled water is 240 – 10,000 times more expensive than tap water and the amount of oil used for the production of bottled water in 2010 was the equivalent to putting 1 million cars on the road.

Forgot your water bottle? The Butchart Gardens will have reusable ‘keepsake’ water bottles for sale for $3.95, the cost of purchasing a single-use serving.

The Butchart Gardens is an internationally renowned 55-acre (22 hectare) display garden located near Victoria, British Columbia. Created in 1904 by Jennie Butchart, and still privately owned and operated by family descendants, The Gardens has been designated a National Historic Site of Canada and welcomes over one million visitors a year.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Bob Parrotta

Director, Food Service

250-652-4422

BobParrotta@ButchartGardens.com

Fund Raising for the Children of Angola

https://www.facebook.com/redcarpetonqueen/

http://www.everydayliving.com/

Extra Virgin Olive Oil Labeling Made Easy And Unquestionable

Capatriti® Extra Virgin Olive Oil Earns Stringent USDA QMP Seal

- Healthy eating begins with knowledge and education on which extra virgin olive
 oil (EVOO) is truly extra virgin, 100% pure.  For the millions of Americans who
buy EVOO, knowing which brand is real is now a no-brainer. Capatriti® Extra Virgin
 Olive Oil, manufactured by Gourmet Factory™, has qualified for the highly coveted U. S.
 Department of Agriculture (USDA) Quality Monitoring Program (QMP) seal.

Earning this USDA QMP seal is a first step in educating consumers about choosing the
 right EVOO.  The USDA Quality Monitoring Program verifies the purity and quality
of a brand's extra virgin olive oil. Capatriti® Extra Virgin Olive Oil was required to
meet meticulous program criteria in order to qualify for the seal. Upon entering the
Quality Monitoring Program for their extra virgin olive oil, Gourmet Factory™
agreed to allow the USDA to conduct unannounced visits to review and inspect
quality assurance records, randomly sample product for chemical analysis and
 sensory evaluation, and verify labels on an ongoing basis.
"It's important that we, as a manufacturer and industry partner, provide consumers
with the correct information about what is pure extra virgin olive oil – the taste, the
 aroma and the color," stated Themis Kangadis, Gourmet Factory CEO. "As a
 family-owned company, we know that trust is the most important part of any
 relationship and by earning this stringent USDA QMP designation, we are
 looking at our consumers as family by increasing their knowledge and making
 their choice easier."
Confusion about EVOO is nothing new in the marketplace and is still an ongoing issue.
 According to a 2010 UC Davis report, "69 percent of imported olive oils
labeled as 'extra virgin' failed to meet the international standard for extra virgin
 olive oil." More recently, a 2015 report from National Consumer League
 found that six out of 11 (about 55 percent) of EVOO from four major retailers
failed to meet the EVOO requirements. Impure products differ in color, taste
 and scent.  The USDA QMP seal indicates that USDA samples of Capatriti
 Extra Virgin Olive Oil have passed USDA quality and purity analysis.
 Additionally, the USDA also reviewed the performance of the company's
production processes, quality assurance measures and record-keeping system.
Under the program, the USDA will continue to monitor Capatriti's Extra Virgin
 Olive Oil, conducting unannounced plant visits to verify quality assurance
measures and test the extra virgin olive oil.
Capatriti EVOO products approved by the USDA QMP are available now for sale.
Looking to continue with label transparences, again making it easier for consumers
 to know the products they are purchasing, the company is working on NON-GMO
 verification. 
About Gourmet FactoryGourmet Factory is a family-owned, New York based
 manufacturer of edible oils. The company is among the first in the country, and
industry, to qualify for the stringent USDA Quality Monitoring Program seal for its
extra virgin olive oils. For more than 45 years, the Gourmet Factory has provided
the finest quality products in the retail and foodservice markets for American
consumers' palate. Products are marketed under various brand and private label names. 

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CONTACT: Ryan Prescott, 973-871-1700, rprescott@brushfireinc.com,
Michelle Goldstein, mgoldstein@brushfireinc.com

Sweet Earth Natural Foods Grabs Two NEXTY Nominations For Innovative New Plant-Based Products

Sweet Earth's New Mediterranean Veggie Burger and Artisan-Inspired
Korean Japchae Bowl are finalists in two NEXTY Award Categories at Expo West

MONTEREY, Calif., March, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Sweet Earth Natural Foods,
 the award-winning, globally-inspired plant-based food brand, available in
10,000+ retail locations nationwide, is debuting a host of new products at
 the Natural Products Expo West convention starting March 10 in Anaheim,
California at Booth #3997.

The new products are already generating acclaim, with two selected as finalists
for a NEXTY Award, a prestigious award recognizing innovation and inspirational
products in the packaged goods industry:

• Korean Japchae Bowl: Featuring organic yam noodles and fresh veggies in 
• a savory stir fry, the Japchae is a vegan take on a traditional Korean staple.
•  With the Korean restaurant scene so popular, led by greats such as Roi Choi 
• and David Chang, Sweet Earth is bringing this trendy cuisine to your freezer
•  section in a beautifully balanced 9-ounce bowl that's a finalist in the 
• Best New Frozen Products category.
• Mediterranean Veggie Burger: Sweet Earth has brought the veggie 
• burger back to where it belongs: vegetables you can see, whole grains,
•  herbs and spices. It's grill-ready, packed with protein and fiber, and made 
• with organic ingredients like kale and the uber-popular chickpea. Available
•  in both 3-ounce frozen and quarter-pound fresh patties, the deliciously-green
•  Mediterranean burger from Sweet Earth is up for the Best New Meat Alternative category.

"To be recognized for a NEXTY among the thousands of products at Expo West is
 an honor," said Kelly Swette, Sweet Earth CEO. "For too long companies have
 relied on salt and sugar for flavor. We believe in a delicious diversity of ingredients
 and bold use of herbs and spices to create an authentic, memorable flavor."
Sweet Earth's recipe of flavor-forward tastes and diverse, nutrient-dense
ingredients makes the California company one of the natural food industry's
 fastest growing brands. In addition to winning the coveted NEXTY nominations,
Sweet Earth is now the nation's best-selling brand of the plant-based clean protein, Seitan.
Sweet Earth will also be introducing these other innovative products this spring:

• New frozen Artisan Bowls:
  • Basil Pesto Lasagna: A modern herbaceous pasta sauce with fresh
  •  flavors from the Italian countryside. Generous layers of semolina pasta
  •  bask in the flavors of basil, walnuts, mushrooms and melted mozzarella.
  • Pad Thai: A vegan-style Pad Thai that delivers authentic flavors of Thailand. 
  • A beautiful blend of organic rice noodles, tofu, crisp vegetables bathed in a
  •  poignant tamarind and lime sauce, the dish strikes a perfect balance of sweet,
  •  sour and savory.
• Two new frozen Organic Burritos:
  • The Mayan: Latin inspired flavors from the mountains of Mexico. A spicy
  •  black bean & brown rice burrito featuring chipotle seitan, salsa, purple cabbage
  •  and an authentic Mexican Cotija cheese.
  • The Brazilian: A vegetarian twist on the national dish of Brazil called Feijoada
  • . A classic black bean and rice stew transformed into a burrito with a tangy
  • chimichurri sauce, Tuscan seitan, mustard greens & Swiss cheese.
• Frozen veggie burgers made with wholesome plant-based ingredients:
  • Santa Fe: Inspired from the great mesas of New Mexico, this black bean
  •  burger features sweet potatoes, barley, millet, corn, chili peppers and a
  •  southwestern blend of spices.
  • Teriyaki: Authentic Japanese flavors delivered in a blend of sweet potatoes, 
  • edamame, quinoa, brown rice and nori seaweed, seasoned with toasted sesame, 
  • mirin and soy sauce.
• Righteous Meats ^™ made with an ancient plant-based protein developed by Buddhist monks:
  • Harmless Ham^™: These versatile vegan deli slices are smoky, spicy and perfect
  •  for breakfast or lunch sandwiches or meals.
  • Barbecue Savory Grounds and Tuscan Savory Grounds: Now available in a 
  • convenient 8-ounce package, our pre-seasoned and sauced plant-based grounds 
  •  are made with fresh vegetables and herbs.

About Sweet Earth Natural Foods
Based in Monterey County, California, Sweet Earth is an award-winning health food innovator
 crafting a wide-range of natural products featuring deliciously nutritious Non-GMO Project
verified farm-fresh ingredients, and new takes on timeless classics from cuisines around the
world. For more information, please visit sweetearthfoods.com and connect with the brand
on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Media Contact:
Bob Connolly
bob@sweetearthfoods.com
310-613-4751

ZoomEssence® Receives Patent For DriZoom® Powder Created Using Company's Multi-Patented Zooming™ Technology

HEBRON, Ky., March, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Flavor creator, ZoomEssence, Inc.
 is proud to announce that the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office has granted the company a
patent for their DriZoom® powder created using their multi-patented no-heat technology,
Zooming™.  DriZoom® powder uniquely retains the qualities present in the starting liquid
 flavor to deliver taste and, more importantly aroma. Aroma is known to be as much as
 80% of a taste experience.
"The starting liquid flavor is encapsulated in the powder, protecting the flavor's integrity
while enhancing stability. DriZoom® powder is a sanctuary for a brand's flavor," explained
 Dr. Charles Beetz, the Company's Chief Science Officer.  Bob Corbett, CEO of
ZoomEssence, further explains that "Conventional methods of spray drying a liquid
flavor into powder form use high heat. Heat is the enemy of a flavor, especially natural
 flavors. Zooming™ is a game-changing new technology that renders high heat
spray drying obsolete.  Our mission is to empower brands to deliver exceptional
taste experiences never before possible in powder flavors."
ZoomEssence® powder flavors can be found in leading, flavor–loving beverages
 and foods that rely on powder flavors to add great taste to their brands. This new
patent protects the company's sole rights to no-heat spray drying and the unique
 powder flavors that the Zooming™ process can create.  For more information,
 go to Zoomessence.com.

About ZoomEssence, Inc.ZoomEssence, Inc. creates custom flavors bursting with taste and aroma in
powder form for leading food and beverage brands. The company's game-changing,
advanced no-heat powder flavor creation process called Zooming™ encapsulates
 flavor and aroma and renders spray drying obsolete, delivering results for partner
brands where taste and aroma are the key contributors to the highest level of
consumer appeal.  ZoomEssence DriZoom® powders are found in millions
of pounds of name brand products all around the world. ZoomEssence, Inc.
 has been innovating flavors since 2008 and operates facilities in Sayreville,
NJ and Hebron, KY.
See more at www.ZoomEssence.com.

MusclePharm Launches MusclePharm Natural Series

--New Line from Industry Leader to Meet Growing Consumer Demand for
 All Natural, Organic, Vegan Nutritional Supplements

--Natural Series to Launch at Natural Products Expo West, March 10-12 in Anaheim, CA

ANAHEIM, Calif., March- 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- EXPO WEST - 
MusclePharm Corporation (OTCQB: MSLP) ("MusclePharm" or the "Company"),
a scientifically-driven, performance lifestyle sports nutrition company, today announced
 the launch of MusclePharm^® Natural Series (Natural Series), a line of plant-based,
 vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, non-GMO, premium products targeting individuals
seeking an organic alternative to traditional nutritional products and supplements.
MusclePharm Natural Series is launching today at Natural Products Expo West,
the world's largest natural products event, hosted at the Anaheim Convention
Center (Booth #970 Hall A).

The Natural Series line complements MusclePharm's existing range of premium-quality
 products and represents a new retail category for the Company, which made its name
 as a leader in the sports nutrition industry. MusclePharm's flagship products are
 currently available in more than 120 countries and more than 50,000 retail outlets
worldwide; this latest expansion will facilitate access to new retail channels, including
large natural food store chains, both domestically and abroad.

"Natural Series represents both a logical extension and a tremendous opportunity for
MusclePharm to capitalize on the brand recognition and consumer acceptance of
our products. In addition, the launch underscores the Company's commitment to
 providing our customers with high-quality products that support their diverse
fitness needs and goals," said Ryan Drexler, CEO and Chairman of the Board,
MusclePharm. "From professional athletes to weekend warriors, we strive to
cater to every subset of the active population and offer scientifically-proven
products that optimize results. We are expanding our line in response to the
burgeoning demand for nutritious, all-natural organic offerings that promote healthy
 lifestyles and environmental sustainability."
Select items in the Natural Series are certified USDA Organic, denoting third-party
 verification of their quality and purity, and demonstrating best practices and careful
stewardship. These include:

• MusclePharm USDA Organic Plant-Based Performance Protein - a blend
•  of raw, all-organic protein sourced from Pea Protein isolate, and QuinoaTrim™
•  Quinoa – delivering all essential amino acids to support daily nutrition and performance.
• MusclePharm USDA Organic Superfoods - a combination of organic greens, 
• fruits and vegetables, ancient grains, and sprouted whole foods that serve any 
• active lifestyle. To maximize these superfoods' power, aloe vera, a full spectrum 
• of digestive enzymes, and probiotics, help promote superior digestion and bioavailability.
• MusclePharm Organic Protein Bars - featuring complete proteins sourced
•  from organic whole-grain brown rice protein, and organic pea protein, to provide 
• all the beneficial lean muscle-building benefits of protein through an all-natural, 
•  organic, and great-tasting small meal alternative.
• MusclePharm Pre-Workout - a combination of caffeine, natural botanicals,
•  electrolytes, and Amino Acids that work together to support training goals and 
• provide pure, unadulterated results, naturally.

According to Zion Market Research, the global dietary supplements market continues
to expand and is expected to reach $220.3 billion in 2022, while the Organic Trade
 Association (OTA) notes that the organic industry is also experiencing unprecedented
growth, up 11 percent (for a total of $43.3 billion) in 2015.
Mr. Drexler concluded, "Both the all-natural and organic segments represent the
fastest-growing corner of the market, and MusclePharm is a brand uniquely positioned
to capitalize on this opportunity. Over the past year, we have worked closely with
regulatory bodies to secure USDA Organic certification for a majority of these products,
 which not only differentiates the Natural Series from its competitors, but effectively
positions MusclePharm to further penetrate its existing distribution channels and enter new markets."

About MusclePharm Corporation
MusclePharm^® is a scientifically-driven, performance lifestyle company that develops,
manufactures, markets and distributes branded nutritional supplements. The Company
offers a range of powders, capsules, tablets and gels. Its portfolio of recognized brands
includes MusclePharm^® Sport Series, Black Label and Core Series, and FitMiss™,
 which are available in more than 120 countries and over 50,000 retail outlets worldwide.
 The clinically-proven supplements are developed through a six-stage research process
 utilizing the expertise of leading nutritional scientists, doctors and universities. MusclePharm
 is the innovator of the sports nutrition industry. For more information,
 visit http://www.musclepharm.com. To sign up to receive MusclePharm news
via email, please visit http://ir.musclepharmcorp.com/email-alerts.
Forward-Looking Statements
This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A
 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities and
 Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Statements that are not a description of historical
facts constitute forward-looking statements and may often, but not always, be identified
by the use of such words as "expects", "anticipates", "intends", "estimates", "plans", "potential",
"possible", "probable", "believes", "seeks", "may", "will", "should", "could" or the negative
of such terms or other similar expressions. Actual results may differ materially from those
set forth in this release due to the risks and uncertainties inherent in the Company's business.
More detailed information about the Company and the risk factors that may affect the
realization of forward-looking statements is set forth in the Company's Annual Report on
Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2015, the Company's Quarterly
 Reports on Form 10-Q and other filings submitted by the Company to the Securities
 and Exchange Commission, copies of which may be obtained from the SEC's
 website at www.sec.gov. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on
 these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof.
All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary
 statement and the Company undertakes no obligation to revise or update this
 release to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.
Contact:
Anne Donohoe
PR for MusclePharm
adonohoe@kcsa.com
212.896.1265
Phil Carlson
IR for MusclePharm
pcarlson@kcsa.com
212.896.1233

Spring Forward on Sunday March 12th ! !

INTRODUCING NEW BABY DOVE

From the makers of the #1 dermatologist recommended bar

We know that bath time is precious, but did you know that baby’s skin can lose moisture up to 5 times faster than yours? That’s why our Baby Dove collection goes beyond mild cleansing to replenish essential nutrients and help keep baby’s skin moisturized from one bath to the next.

THE NEW BABY DOVE LINE-UP INCLUDES

• Tip-to-Toe Wash
• Shampoo
• Baby Bar
• Lotion
• Wipes

Availability: The Baby Dove line will be available in drug, mass and grocery stores nationwide 

Available in Rich Moisture and Sensitive Moisture.

• Mild tearless formula
• Replenishes essential moisture and nutrients in baby’s skin
• Dermatologist and Pediatrician tested
• Hypoallergenic
• Rich Moisture fragrance carefully selected for delicate baby skin
• Compatible/suitable for babies with eczema*

Availability: The Baby Dove line will be available in drug, mass and grocery stores nationwide
 ww.dove.ca

SOL D'ORO NORTHERN HEMISPHERE IS ALWAYS A DERBY: ITALY-SPAIN 12-3

Award-winning olive oils presented at tastings during Sol&Agrifood 9-12 April 2017

300 extra virgin olive oils entered the competition from 10 countries:

 Italy, Spain, Croatia, Slovenia, Turkey, Portugal, Germany, France, Chile and

 - for the first time - Japan

Italy is the undisputed leader in terms of the quality of its extra virgin olive oils.

The winners were announced on the first day of EVOO Days, the new 

 Veronafiere-Sol&Agrifood training and networking initiative in the 

olive oil sector.

Verona, 27 February 2017.  With one gold medal more than last year, Italy 

improved its share of the medals to defeat Spain 12-3 in the duel between 

 the world's best extra virgin olive oils which ended this evening in Verona 

 after attracting entries by 300 samples from 10 countries (Italy, Spain, 

 Croatia, Slovenia, Turkey, Portugal, Germany, France, Chile and - for

 the first time - Japan). The international jury of 13 highly qualified 

judges from Greece, Turkey, Tunisia, Spain, Italy and Slovenia worked 

for six days in "blind tastings" to assess the oils.

The Sol d'Oro Northern Hemisphere 2017 competition saw Italy 

take four out of five gold medals envisaged in the award categories –

 delicate, medium and intense fruit, organic and single-variety – as well 

as all five silver medals and three bronze medals. Three medals, one

 gold and two bronze, went to Spain.  

The announcement of the winners of Veronafiere's international 

competition rewarding the best extra virgin olive oils in the world took

 place this afternoon in Verona during the first day of EVOO Days, the

 new Veronafiere-Sol&Agrifood training and networking initiative in the

 olive oil sector.

As an internationally recognized certificate of quality, bottles of medal 

winning olive oils will be entitled to display the award received 

(Sol d'Oro, Sol d'Argento, Sol di Bronzo - gold, silver and bronze). 

 Award-winning oils be given pride of place at Sol&Agrifood, the 

Quality Agro-Foods Exhibition scheduled 9-12 April 2017 

(www.solagrifood.com), through dedicated initiatives themselves 

going back several years: from the "Sol d'Oro Stars" guide book 

for distribution to international buyers and Veronafiere delegates

 worldwide, to guided tastings and the Evoo Bar. For the second 

year, olive oils earning special mentions will be used during the finals 

of the Jam Cup; the 2nd Junior Assistant Master Trophy will take place 

precisely during Sol&Agrifood. The event highlights young members 

of the Italian Chefs Federation for the year 2017.

List of Winners SOL D'ORO Northern Hemisphere Competition - 2017 

(The full list of Sol d'Oro Competition 2017 special mentions

 is available on the site www.solagrifood.com)

Delicate fruit category:

Sol d’Oro  - Moli D’Oli Gabriel Alsina, Castello De Farfanya - Spain

Sol d’Argento -  Leone Sabino, Canosa di Puglia (Barletta-Andria-Trani) - Apulia

Sol di Bronzo - Batta Giovanni, Perugia - Umbria

Medium fruit category:

Sol d’Oro - Cosmo Di Russo, Gaeta (Latina) - Latium

Sol d’Argento - Azienda Agricola Donato Conserva, Modugno (Bari) - Apulia

Sol di Bronzo - Aceites Oro Bailen Galgon, Villanueva de La Reina – Spain

Intense fruit category:

Sol d’Oro Tenuta Zuppini, Torricella Sicura (Teramo) - Abruzzo

Sol d’Argento - Agricola Quattrociocchi Americo, Alatri (Frosinone) – Latium

Sol di Bronzo - Pruneti, San Polo in Chianti (Florence) - Tuscany

Organic olive oil category:

Sol d’Oro – Azienda Agricola Tommaso Masciantonio, Casoli (Chieti) - Abruzzo

Sol d’Argento – Azienda Agricola Quattrociocchi Americo, Alatri (Frosinone) – Latium

Sol di Bronzo - Frantoio Franci Snc, Montenero (Grosseto) - Tuscany

Single variety category:

Sol d’Oro - Leone Sabino, Canosa di Puglia (Barletta-Andria-Trani) - Apulia

Sol d’Argento – Azienda Agricola Quattrociocchi, Alatri (Frosinone) - Latium

Sol di Bronzo -  Aceites San Antonio, Jaen - Spain

The President of Veronafiere, Maurizio Danese, officially opened work

 sessions on first day of EVOO Days - during which the International 

Sol d'Oro Northern Hemisphere Competition 2017 came to an end 

with the announcement of the winners - and pointed out that:

"The recent conversion of Veronafiere into a joint-stock equity 

company was accompanied by a business plan involving 94 million

 euros of investments by 2020, a significant part of which will 

support the development of events, including those in the 

agro-food sector. The EVOO Days dedicated to training and networking 

in the olive oil sector, move precisely in this direction since they interpret 

the new style we are keen to achieve for "Made in Veronafiere"

 exhibitions. Patronage for this initiative by the Georgofili Academy 

and the Olive and Olive Oil Academy ensures great prestige and support 

for us in pursuing the aim of expanding the professional skills of 

sector operators and improve company business. The EVOO Days are 

 especially part of the event development strategy for Sol&Agrifood 

promoted by this new two-day initiative. The show held alongside Vinitaly 

dedicated to quality agro-foods is enjoying continual growth: in 2016, 

it attracted more than 56,000 professional visitors (more than

 14,000 international from 82 countries). Now, thanks to the synergy 

between Sol&Agrifood, the Sol d'Oro Northern and Southern Hemisphere 

Competitions and EVOO Days, companies will have access to technical 

and economic information as well as marketing strategies to make

 the best use of all the business opportunities offered by the 'exhibition' tool."

 

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Olio2go.com Participating in Major Italian Olive Oil and Wine Event in Washington, DC

 Olio2go.com announces participation in the 2017 Flos Olei and Ultimate Guide to Italian
 Wine Tasting Event taking place at the Mayflower Hotel on March 1, 2017 in Washington, DC. 
Olio2go.com will also host a series of events and activities starting on February 25 through
March 2 to celebrate Flos Olei organized by Marco Oreggia. There will be plenty of
opportunities to meet with Italian producers of premium Italian extra virgin olive oil.
 More information on this event can be found at http://www.olio2go.com/flosolei.aspx.
"This is the first time Flos Olei will take place in Washington, DC and we are e
xcited that Marco Oreggia decided to hold this special event here in DC.
 There are many Italian olive oil aficionados in the DC Metro Area and we
are proud to offer many of these exclusive Italian olive oils at Olio2go.com,"
said Luanne O'Loughlin, Manager of Olio2go. "Our additional events allows
these Italian olive oil fans to meet with producers including Filippo Alampi of
 Fattoria Ramerino and Simone di Gaetano of Oliveto Fonte di Foiano.  It will be lots of fun!"
"Olio2go is instrumental in promoting premium Italian olive oil producers and
 I am happy to have them participate in Flos Olei," says Marco Oreggia.
"Thanks to Olio2go for making premium Italian extra virgin olive oil available
 to US consumers through Olio2go.com."

ABOUT OLIO2GO LLC
Olio2go was founded in 2000 and is the leading online retailer for gourmet
 Italian olive oil, balsamic vinegar and other Italian specialties. Based in Fairfax,
Virginia, Olio2go imports, distributes, and sells directly to consumers and other stores.
 The company's mission is to find the very best olive oils produced in Italy and offe
r these for sale to the public. Olio2go.com provides information about olive oil to aid
consumers in appreciating the differences in the regions from which these oils come,
and in the ways that the olive oils enhance food.
Media Contact:
Luanne Savino O'Loughlin
Olio2go LLC
703-876-4666
147301@email4pr.com
For more information, visit http://www.olio2go.com