One of the world's greatest dining cities will experience flavors from one of the world's premier healthful food producers this weekend, as Foods from Chile sponsors the sixth annual Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by FOOD & WINE. In addition to presenting the All That Jazz Brunch, hosted by Chef Alex Guarnaschelli, Foods from Chile also will offer endless samples of bountiful flavors and wholesome Chilean nutrition at the Festival's signature Grand Tasting.

To highlight the vital role plastics play in food preparation, packaging and sustainability, Plastics Make it Possible is teaming up with world-renowned chef and television personality Robert Irvine at this year's Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by FOOD & WINE. In live demonstrations at the Plastics Make it Possible booth, Irvine will showcase the plastic packaging, cooking tools and storage containers that help both pro and amateur chefs do more with less in the kitchenespecially during the busy holiday entertaining season.

Nothing says Fall like Friday night football and nothing satisfies pre-game hunger better than creamy macaroni and cheese. STOUFFER'S is proud to partner with Chef Tyler Florence, host of Food Network's "The Great Food Truck Race," to bring a 'Taste of Home' to select high school football games around the country with its new food trucks that will deliver free samples of STOUFFER'S Mac 'N' Cheese to thousands of fans and community members.

Today JOHNNIE WALKER, the world's leading Scotch Whisky brand, unveiled the jewel in the crown of its new and exclusive range, the JOHNNIE WALKER EXPLORERS' CLUB COLLECTION - THE ROYAL ROUTE. Exclusively available to adventure seekers who adopt the exploratory ethos of the John Walker & Sons agents, this luxury blend completes the first Series of the collection - the Trade Routes Series.

Halloween is a fun time of year filled with costumes, parties and sweet treats. But, sometimes parents worry that all those sugary treats can lead to cavities and poor dental health. The good news: It's not what children eat, but how often, and candy can be OK if children and parents are conscientious.

This Halloween, throw a wickedly wonderful fete for family and friends. With help from the Wilton entertaining experts, you'll have all the tricks to treat your guests to a spooky celebration that will leave them howling with delight. Halloween's not just for the kids anymore, so before you put on your costume, grab your baking and decorating supplies and get ready to let the creepy crawlers loose.

West Town Bakery & Diner executive pastry chef Chris Teixeria has created a specialty Halloween basket for the 3-Star Certified Green Restaurant (1916 W Chicago Ave) that are available now for pre-order.

The August Schell Brewing Co., the second-oldest family-owned brewery in the country, brewer of Schell's and Grain Belt, took home a bronze medal for its Oktoberfest beer from the Great American Beer Festival last weekend.

Who can resist a juicy story or a sandwich? Wendy's recently launched Pretzel Pub Chicken sandwich has fueled a second wave of pretzel passion among consumers and has spiraled into another online love fest. Wendy's is once again tapping into the social trend of turning tweets into spoken words with an over-the-top video series. This follows the successful #PretzelLoveSongs campaign for the Pretzel Bacon Cheeseburger.

Bacon and chocolate: irresistible gifts for the 2013 season. La Tienda introduces an array of new delights including Ibérico de Bellota Bacon and newly discovered organic chocolate bonbons from Madrid.

Today Daphne's California Greek introduces the new Cali-Greek Bowl, a hearty and healthful menu item that combines two world flavors in one bowl.

Bellucci Premium comments on an article which shares the proper ways to store olive oil in order to prevent spoiling and maintain its health properties.

Delysia Chocolatier, Austin's premier award-winning chocolate company, has launched itsKickstarter campaign to raise the funds needed to complete the construction of their chocolate production facility and education center. Building plans include a commercial kitchen and a small event space for movie screenings and chocolate pairing courses.

Hood, the leading dairy brand in New England, announced today that Donna Speirs of Kennebunk, Maine, has been selected as the grand prize winner of the Hood Cream "Chef Creations Inspired by Hood Cream" recipe contest. Speirs will receive a prize package of $2,500 and her Caramel Croissant Bread Pudding recipe published on a Hood Cream container. Speirs' recipe was selected by a panel of New England celebrity chefs due to the combination of creativity and taste appeal.

For a relaxing getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Stash Tea has partnered with hundreds of Bed & Breakfast Inns throughout the United States and Canada to offer a free night stay certificate (with the purchase of one consecutive night) at participating Inns. Enjoy your favorite areas and discover new ones with the Stash Tea B&B G­­­­uide. Whether you're looking for a warm escape to the California coast or to cozy up in a quaint New England cottage, the Stash B&B Guide is sure to make your next getaway fun and affordable. The free night certificate is valid through June 30, 2015. Restrictions apply. The Stash Tea Bed & Breakfast Guide can be viewed and downloaded on the company's website at www.stashtea.com/info/BB. To take advantage of this special offer, you can purchase a certificate for only $3.95 at stashtea.com by clicking here. The certificate makes a great gift for a special anniversary, birthday, or weekend getaway. Stash Tea prides itself on providing an unmatched selection of quality teas and hand-selected tea accessories. The tradition began in 1972 when the company began supplying teas and herbs from an old Victorian-style house. Today, Stash Tea, still headquartered in Portland, Oregon, enjoys steady growth and is one of the largest specialty tea companies in the United Sta­­­­­­­tes. Additionally, The Stash Tea Company has two retail stores in the Portland, Oregon area. Stash Tea uses only pure, natural ingredients in its full line of black, green, white, flavored, spiced and herbal specialty teas. Visit stashtea.com for more information.

In just over a week foodies from around the world will gather in Portland, Maine to enjoy the 6th annual Harvest on the Harbor food and wine festival set for Oct. 23-26.

Because we live in a world where one in eight people face food insecurity each day, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations established October 16 as World Food Day, bringing worldwide attention to the fight against hunger.

Nespresso, the worldwide pioneer and reference in premium portioned coffee, announces the opening of its sixth and largest U.S. Flagship Boutique in Beverly Hills, CA, nestled in a neighborhood famed for world-class shopping and sophisticated style. Located at 320 North Beverly Drive, the new location is the second of two Flagship Boutiques to open on the West Coast following the successful opening of a San Francisco Boutique in December 2012. The Nespresso Boutique is located in the heart of the Beverly Hills shopping district and is designed to be a reflection of the neighborhood's refined yet relaxed way of life.

Embrace nearly 150 years of tailgating tradition this football season with tips to turn your feast into the ultimate tailgate.

Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc., the largest double drive-thru chain in the United States, honored its outstanding franchisees, employees and suppliers during the company's "Best of the Best" Awards Ceremony at its annual National Convention held at the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel in Orlando from September 16-20, 2013.

Poised to celebrate its 30th Anniversary in 2014, The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel invites guests to experience the surprise and delight of the season as the resort is transformed into a holiday wonderland with sparkling lights, sweet treats and special events. In celebration, the resort is collecting canned goods, non-perishable food items, toys, books and stuffed animals to be donated to local Orange County charities including the Orange County Rescue Mission and Miracles for Kids.

XXIV Karat Wines brings new meaning to the term 'sparkling wine' with its inaugural varietal, a Grande Cuvée infused with elegant, edible 24-karat gold leaf. From the moment the cork pops, gold flakes dance and swirl with the rising bubbles. XXIV Karat Grand Cuvée offers indulgent experience that enhances any occasion.

Jaquelin Elliott, a 25-year-old Florida woman equipped with coupons from restaurant birthday email clubs, was recently able to dine on free and discounted food for seven days. Over the course of her birthday week, Elliott and her mom enjoyed meals and snacks from more than a dozen locations, including Panera, IHOP, Sbarro, Starbucks, Dunkin' Donuts, and more, with Jaquelin's entrees often completely free of charge.

Beverly Hills 9OH2O, the world's first sommelier crafted water, today announced that it won the Beverage Innovation Award for the World's Best Still or Sparkling Water. The awards have been presented annually since 2002 by FoodBev Media, global publisher of major food and beverage publications, including Food & Beverage International and FoodBev.com.

Food waste is a global issue that affects the environment, economy and food security. This holds true right here in the US, where American families throw out 25 percent of the food they buy that's roughly the equivalent of $1,500 wasted each year[1]. Knowing Sunday is the day many people plan, shop and prep food and meals for the week, Glad Food Protection is partnering with Food Network personality Alex Guarnaschelli to launch the #SAVEITSUNDAY movement at the New York City Wine & Food Festival, promoting Sunday as a key time to focus on helping end food waste at home.