When George A. Dickel began distilling whisky in 1870, his product wasn't stored away in barrels and left for years to mature. Instead, it was enjoyed soon after distillation to meet the demand of Dickel's customers who enjoyed his smooth sipping spirits. This corn-forward recipe that would become the foundation of the George Dickel whiskies is now back with the reintroduction of George Dickel White Corn Whisky Foundation No. 1 Recipe.

La Fogata will feature a variety of holiday specials throughout the month of December, including their 12 spirits of the season.

Rock the Earth, a national environmental advocacy organization, today announced a star-studded celebrity chef fundraising event to be held on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014 at Coohills in Denver, Colo. The event will benefit Rock the Earth and touts six renowned chefs, including Chef Charlie Ayers, Tom Coohill and others and is sure to be an historic event. Tickets are limited to 150 people and the event is expected to sell out. Further event details below and tickets available here.

Burger 21 , a new better burger franchise founded by the owners of The Melting Pot Restaurants, Inc., has announced the grand opening of its first restaurant in the Fort Myers, Fla. market, located in the Gulf Coast Town Center at 9902 Gulf Coast Main Street, D150. Furthering its expansion in Southwest Florida, the brand also has signed its second franchise agreement for the Sarasota market. Currently, Burger 21 has 10 restaurants open and 18 franchised locations in development across the U.S.

Last year, more than 2 million Starbucks Cards were sold on a single day, representing nearly 1,500 Starbucks Cards per minute

Drinks Americas (OTC: DKAM) is a leading U.S. broker for authentic Mexican Beer. Their leading brand Day of the Dead Craft Beer showcases the original art work of well known Southwest artist. The eye catching creative label design has contributed to the extremely fast response from the marketplace. Day of the Dead Craft Beer is now available in over 20 U.S. chain retailers (such as Whole Foods, Cost Plus World Market, Walgreens, Sprouts, Total Wines) represented by over 40 distributors and available in over 32 states. This positive response is a true indicator that Drinks Americas has the right brand at the right time and momentum is building.

Santa Barbara's Film Feast is a unique take on Restaurant Week. Coinciding with the 28th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) January 30th - February 9th, 2014, Film Feast participants (restaurants, wine tasting rooms and hotels) offer special tasting menu's and hotel packages using the theme 'Made in Santa Barbara.'

The performing arts are the one of the most compelling ways to communicate stories of the human condition, whether through dance, music, acting, even puppetry. This April, Portland Ovations - the non-profit performing arts presenter - brings Who's Hungry, a powerful and provocative play utilizing tabletop puppet-theater to SPACE Gallery. Who's Hungry tells the story of those of us who, on a daily basis, must choose between life's basic necessities- food or rent, food or medicine, food or bus fare.

McAlister's Deli, a leading fast casual restaurant, announces plans to develop seven restaurants in New Jersey as part of a new multi-unit development agreement.

Tequila Avion is excited to announce the launch of a limited edition Avion Tequila Stout, available exclusively at the Heartland Brewery's Flatiron Hall, an underground beer hall located in New York City's Flatiron district. After the huge success of Avion Tequila IPA in September, the Heartland Brewery and Tequila Avion collaborated to develop another tequila infused expression. Avion Tequila Stout is crafted by aging Heartland Brewery's award-winning Farmer Jon's Oatmeal Stout in Tequila Avion Anejo barrels for three months, creating an ultra-rich, uniquely crafted beer. Just in time for the holiday season, New Yorkers will have the opportunity to try the exclusive stout at the acclaimed beer hall.

REDMOND, Wash., Dec. 16, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ Backed by an army of craft beer enthusiasts, LetsPour today announced that it will donate 5% of its sales of Brew Good, Do Good T-shirts to rotating charitable organizations throughout the year. Brew Good, Do Good kicks off this holiday season with funds benefiting The Prostate Cancer Foundation.

NEW YORK, Dec.16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ Remember the days when you thought anything was possible? Well, it still is. Weight Watchers International, Inc. (NYSE: WTW)is helping consumers to make this feeling a reality by offering an easy-to-follow path to a new beginning with the debut of its simplest plan ever: Simple Start. The world's leading provider of weight management services introduces the new two-week starter plan with a national advertising campaign delivering a message of hope and possibility using the metaphor of childhood that is meant to encourage people to find their new beginning with Weight Watchers.

CALGARY, Dec. 16, 2013 /CNW/ - Attention all wine enthusiasts and oenophiles! A brand new, exclusive wine tasting app, Just Wine, has hit the Apple App Store. Mobility Quotient, a Calgary based mobile solutions agency, (www.mobilityquotient.com), saw a need in the marketplace for an easy to use yet comprehensive mobile app for all wine lovers, from beginners to the most experienced sommeliers.

Celebrated chef, Todd English, never known to miss out on the culinary world's most important gatherings, will once again lend his time and talent to a prestigious foodie happening: The Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival taking place December 13-17.

Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers is proud to announce their newest opening in Uptown, Charlotte, on Monday, December 16th, at 255 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, in The Catalyst Building located adjacent to Romare Bearden Park.

ATLANTA, Dec. 13, 2013 /PRNewswire/ DS Waters of America, Inc. (DS Waters), owner of the Sparkletts bottled water brand, announces the acquisition of Splash Water Inc.'s home and office bottled water delivery business serving the Los Angeles, California community.

EAST HANOVER, N.J., Dec. 13, 2013 /PRNewswire/ Ensuring holiday gatherings and celebrations go-off without a hitch can create stress, even for a seasoned pro. RITZ Crackers, known for bringing the FUN to any party, decided it was time to disrupt the yuletide chaos with some entertainment by joining forces with The Onion. The duo surprised unsuspecting mall shoppers with a special take on the traditional gift wrapping station with RITZ Wrapping Rappers. The surprise generated smiles from onlookers and patrons alike.

ASHLAND, Va., Dec.13, 2013 /PRNewswire/ Dunkin' Donuts, America's favorite all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods,is opening a new restaurant located at 11657 Lakeridge Parkway, Suite A in Ashland. The new restaurant, which has a drive thru for busy guests on-the-go, opens on December 13 th.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Dec. 13, 2013 /PRNewswire/ Known for introducing some of the world's most innovative ice cream flavors, Cold Stone Creamery (www.ColdStoneCreamery.com) has now worked to introduce the best in customer service and delivering upon the Ultimate Ice Cream Experience with an international search for the 'ultimate crew member' through the brand's first-ever 'Global Creamery Cup' competition.

South Street Headhouse District (SSHD) doubles the holiday fun today, December 14, 2013 with the first Christmas Village and Santa's South Street Stumble.

The third annual Galveston.com & Company Galveston Restaurant Week - Sunday, January 12th to Saturday, January 25th, 2014 - brings Galveston Island's vibrant food scene to life for two full weeks of delicious dining. The event will showcase the freshest ingredients, most flavorful dishes and tastiest culinary gems that Galveston has to offer, as well as benefit the Galveston County Food Bank.

Wine Country Gift Baskets, the premier supplier of gourmet food and wine gift baskets, has found itself in the middle of a controversy that they just can't win. They sell hundreds of gift baskets and gift towers that make great personal and corporate gifts this time of year. They offer everything from Santa Claus gift towers, stockings, sleighs, and reindeer gift assortments to penguin gift towers, snowmen, snowflake towers, Kosher and Hanukkah gifts.

Tis the season to be a Choc Star! Celebrate the holidays and impress friends with a variety of recipes from Betty Crocker. Create decadence with Betty's cookie, cupcake and frosting mixes to create a dessert tray that your guests won't be able to resist.

Recently voted Best Beer Bar in the US by 'Nightclub & Bar' the ownership are not resting on their laurels. From the outset, the focus has always been to 'Think and Drink different". They back up their robust beer list with a menu that attracts 'foodies' for miles around. Their menu was also built with beer in mind. It is itemized by color code to show you what particular beer style would suit your gastronomic choice best.