The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce will be unveiling its new Brooklyn Made certification program this Friday at Brooklyn Eats, the Chamber's food and beverage trade show taking place at 630 Flushing Avenue. The certification program, which began as an initiative of the Chamber to promote locally manufactured goods, comes on the heels of a nine-month research effort through the NYU Wagner Capstone Program.

Back by popular demand BestWings Long Island brings another Wings and Beer Adventure to Nassau County. Summer Wings and BeerFest will take place on Saturday, July 12 from 2 pm to 7:30 pm at Cannon's Blackthorn in Rockville Centre, NY conveniently located next to the LIRR at 49 N. Village Ave. For just thirty-five ($35) dollars patrons will receive a total of sixteen wings and forty-two ounces of craft beer divided between eight Long Island restaurants and four local breweries. Tickets should be purchased in advance at www.bestwingsli.com as the event is limited to four hundred wing and beer fans and has sold out in the past.

100% Cork (www.100percentcork.org) said today that recent independent market research of wine sales in restaurants and retail outlets confirms the growing preference by U.S. consumers for wines sealed with natural cork over all artificial closures at all price points.

Domino's Pizza is partnering with Quikly to give one lucky recipient free pizza for a year. The recognized world leader in pizza delivery is inviting fans to register for the Fan Perks giveaway beginning today, and participate in the giveaway that will take place at a time designed to surprise Domino's fans.

Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park announces an exclusive luxury picnic experience for guests attending outdoor concerts at Millennium Park this summer. Perfect for couples celebrating a milestone anniversary, big birthday, or to compliment the perfect proposal, the Chef in the Park experience takes the stress out of planning any special occasion. Guests will experience haute cuisine in the majestic atmosphere of this world-famous musical landmark.

Visit Victor's Cafe on West 52nd Street, just off Broadway, for delicious Cuban cuisine in a wonderful atmosphere. This iconic restaurant has been delighting guests for over 50 years.

Homestead on the Roof - a literal farm-to-table restaurant - will host a four-course 'Summer Harvest Celebration Dinner' with Perennial Virant and Vie chefs starting at 6pm on Tuesday, July 8.

Today, June 21 2014, thousands of craft beer drinkers and music lovers will once again gather together for the Third Annual Beer Fields Festival, happening at the Pennysaver Amphitheatre at Bald Hill, 55 S Bicycle Path in Selden, NY. The all day event will feature more than 75-plus U.S. breweries pouring over 150 types of beer and music from international superstar Matisyahu and just added Ballyhoo alongside some of the best local bands on Long Island. Past events have included performances by Sublime with Rome, The Dirty Heads, The Wailers and others.

Wade Bradley has 37 years of restaurant management experience and on Thursday, June 26 at 11:00 a.m., Bradley and his son, Jared will open their first restaurant,Dickey's Barbecue Pit. To celebrate, the first location in Columbia is hosting a three-day grand opening celebration. The first 50 guests will receive gift cards worth up to $50.

Visit Jacques 1534 in New York City. You will be delighted by the delicious menu items with a French flair. This stylish spot has wonderful spaces to relax and enjoy drinks, lunch, dinner, brunch or late night bites.

Juice NV, a Las Vegas-based premium raw and organic juice company, to debut a line of cold-pressed juices, nutritional cleanses and made-to-order superfood smoothies to local residents this summer. Partners Alain Palinsky (co-founder of the well-known Juice Press, in New York City), and Executive Chef Jermaine Jonas (genius behind the menu creations at Juice Press); have teamed-up with Las Vegas nightlife mainstays Alex Cordova and Joe Lopez, on their first West Coast operation.

NBC's The Voice breakout star Monique Abbadie was crowned last night "Miss ChocoVine," becoming the rising brand's first ambassador.

The American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) today released its 2014 report and Pizza Hut, the world's largest pizza company, is tops in customer satisfaction among the limited-service restaurant chains in the country. With a score of 82 percent satisfaction, up 2.5 percent from last year, Pizza Hut was the only restaurant in the category to deliver a year-over-year increase. The ACSI study included three competing national pizza chains, each with declining or flat customer satisfaction marks.

Pretzel Lovers: your heartache ends now.

Visit Pullman Kitchen in Midtown East for delicious appetizers, sandwiches, specialties, sides and beverages featuring locally sourced ingredients. You will be returning again and again.

Ohio Restaurant Recruiters, a restaurant manager recruiting firm in Ohio and Pennsylvania, announced this week that it has been working with two new restaurant clients - Golden Corral and Platinum Corral.

Yogen Fruz is proud to announce the launch of its three tasty summer flavors: Mojito Sorbet, Strawberry Daiquiri Sorbet and Pina Colada Frozen Yogurt. The largest Canadian based international frozen yogurt chain, strives to consistently bring customers new and innovative tastes, based on their request while keeping with the current culinary trends.

Raising America's love of snacking to epic proportions, Jack Link's today commemorates the third annual National Jerky Day with its most monumental achievement ever: the creation of "Meat Rushmore," an awe-inspiring meat replica of South Dakota's famous Mount Rushmore National Memorial. The 13-foot tall, 17-foot wide structure is covered in more than 1,600 pounds of Jack Link's beef, pork and turkey jerky, weighing in at over 350,000 grams of lean protein, and is being showcased today in New York City's Columbus Circle. National Jerky Day is celebrated annually to commemorate Americans' love for snacking and their unadulterated desire to "Feed Their Wild Side."

Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc. (ARG), franchisor of the iconic quick-service sandwich chain with nearly 3,400 Arby's restaurants worldwide, announced today its plans to launch a major remodeling program across Arby's nationwide network. This holistic, turnkey revitalization initiative includes a new building image, team member re-training program and franchisee remodel financing solution.

In honor of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, Jones Wood Foundry, the atmospheric British boite that channels and English country inn on New York City's Upper East Side, will show every game live in all three of its rooms - the installation of large screens in its two dining areas having expanded the World Cup watching possibilities beyond the TVs in the bar. So footie-philes can catch all the action over lunch, dinner or brunch, depending on game time June 12 through July 13, accompanied by specially priced $6 Carlsberg beer which will be available during every World Cup match. And on weekdays, the food driven pub will fan the flame of the excitement on the field with the thrill of the grill set-up in its garden for Jones Wood Foundry's Weekday World Cup Watching BBQ Lunch, offered Monday thru Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the duration of the tournament. ('till 4:30 when games start at 4), starting Thursday, June 12.

Kick off the World Cup frenzy with Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas. On Saturday, June 14, Hard Rock's Paradise location will host a viewing party with drink specials, a foosball tournament featuring a variety of prizes ranging from hosted bar tabs, staycation packages, to Warped Tour tickets and an appearance from local soccer team, Las Vegas Legends who will be giving away vouchers for their professional indoor soccer camp.

After an extremely harsh winter, squash blossoms are beginning their late bloom at area farms. In celebration of the delicate flower's return, Chef Luke Palladino presents Fiori di Zucca, which features locally sourced squash blossoms stuffed with sweet corn, ricotta, mozzarella, and parmigiano reggiano, tempura fried and tossed with parmigiano reggiano, chives and parsley.

The Transcendence Theatre Company (TTC) has partnered with Benziger Family Winery to develop their very own Meritage blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel called PAINT THE UNIVERSE. PAINT THE UNIVERSE is the guiding theme for the Transcendence 2014 season, reminding us all that the power to change the world lives in each and every one of us.

On Saturday, September 13th, from 1:00pm - 4:00pm, Sarasota Opera will invite the community into the Sarasota Opera House for A Taste of Downtown Food & Wine Festival as a benefit for the Sarasota Youth Opera program.

On Saturday, September 13th, from 1:00pm - 4:00pm, Sarasota Opera will invite the community into the Sarasota Opera House for A Taste of Downtown Food & Wine Festival as a benefit for the Sarasota Youth Opera program.