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National CACFP Association names FY27 board and leadership
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The National CACFP Association has announced its fiscal year 2027 Board of Directors and leadership team, effective Oct. 2026 through Sept. 2027. The board will guide the group’s policy, membership, certification and advocacy work for child and…
KCCLA to open global K-Zone LA:ON on Oct. 9
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The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles will open Global K-Zone “LA:ON” on Oct. 9, creating a new cultural space that blends Korean heritage with contemporary lifestyle.
WICE, Duchman Family Winery team up for COTA’s 2026 F1 VIP experience
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WICE and Duchman Family Winery are partnering on a VIP dessert and hospitality experience for the 2026 Formula 1 MSC Cruises United States Grand Prix at Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas, set for Oct. 23-25, 2026. The collaboration expands…
Wine Enthusiast launches NoLow tasting program with 5-star ratings
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Wine Enthusiast has launched a dedicated blind-tasting and rating program for no- and low-alcohol wines, spirits and RTDs as demand grows for non-alcoholic drinks.
US wine writers toured Roero on a five-day study trip
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Eight US wine writers and communicators visited Roero in Piedmont from Sept. 22-26 as part of Sip and Savor, a campaign to build awareness of Roero DOCG in the U.S. The trip paired winery visits and technical tastings with food-and-farm…
Northern Virginia Food Rescue, Sentara Health team up to expand food access in Prince William
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Northern Virginia Food Rescue and Sentara Health are partnering to grow a Zero Hunger, Zero Waste effort in Greater Prince William, Virginia.
Shannon Fernando’s TEDx talk on aid and food security is now live
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Shannon Fernando has released her TEDxBeverlyGrove talk, which centers on a 2019 mission to Turkana, Kenya and the longer effort to move Ethiopian crop Enset across an international border into Kenya.
Canned food market seen reaching $143.19 billion by 2030
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The Business Research Company says the global canned food market will grow from $122.8 billion in 2026 to $143.19 billion by 2030, driven by demand for convenient, shelf-stable meals, premium products and emergency food stockpiling.
Rosana Santos Calambichis launches food business guide with Kirkus praise
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Rosana Santos Calambichis has released The Food Business Blueprint, a new guide for building profitable food enterprises, with Kirkus Reviews calling it a sweeping and empowering overview of success.
Rusty Taco turns National Taco Day into a monthlong promotion
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Rusty Taco is stretching National Taco Day into October with taco deals, a Taco of the Month spotlight and free churros on National Dessert Day. The Plano-based chain is using the promotion to highlight its made-from-scratch sauces, loyalty…
FeedMatch launches buyer-first platform for global feed procurement
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FeedMatch Group has introduced a requirements-first sourcing platform for commercial animal feed buyers, aiming to simplify RFQs, supplier research and offer comparisons across global markets.
SAFEE launches global alliance with 16 partners
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The Strategic Alliance for Economic Emancipation launched SAFEE.world on Oct. 1, 2026 with 16 initial partners and an open call for more organizations to join.
San Jose’s Little Italy festival marks 10 years with murals, car show and food lineup
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The Little Italy Italian Street Festival returns to downtown San Jose on Oct. 4 for its 10th anniversary, drawing thousands to the city’s Little Italy district with food, music, cars and a new placemaking art unveiling.
Nomad Universe launches official Rugby World Cup 2027 travel packages
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Nomad Universe has opened sales for official travel packages to the Men’s Rugby World Cup Australia 2027, bundling match tickets, premium hotels and curated city stays from AUD$2,426 per person.
Creole Food Festival announces 8th annual chef lineup for Brooklyn Bridge Park tasting
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Creole Food Festival has unveiled the chef roster for its 8th Annual Grand Tasting, set for Oct. 3 at Pier 3 in Brooklyn Bridge Park. The free festival will feature global Creole diaspora chefs, ticketed tastings, live music and sponsors tied to…
SafetySpect CEO to join Wharton DC food safety panel
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SafetySpect President and CEO Kenneth Barton will speak Oct. 1 at the Wharton DC Innovation Summit in Tysons Corner, Virginia, on a panel focused on food safety and the role of optical sensing and AI in preventing contamination.
Concierge Auctions tops $350M in bids at Hong Kong global sale
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Concierge Auctions says its annual Hong Kong Global Sale drew buyers from four continents and 15 U.S. states, generating more than US$350 million in aggregate bids for luxury properties across North America and Europe.
Soul Country Music Festival returns to the Autry with movie night and national finals
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The Soul Country Music & Culture Festival returns Oct. 31-Nov. 1 to the Autry Museum in Los Angeles with live music, wellness programming, a Black classic film screening and the Soul Country Music Star National Finals.
Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa launches Masters of Food & Wine with Chef Ku Chi Fai
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Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa is kicking off its new Masters of Food & Wine Series with a two-night Cantonese dining event featuring MICHELIN-starred Executive Chef Ku Chi Fai on Oct. 2 and 5, 2026. The launch opens a season-long program of guest…
Ambient food market seen reaching $118.3B by 2030
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The Business Research Company says the global ambient food market is set to keep growing as consumers seek shelf-stable, convenient meals and snacks.
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