The Gluten-Free Certification Program (GFCP) in partnership with the Canadian Celiac Association are proud to announce that Smucker Foods of Canada has joined the growing number of companies certified by the GFCP, with the introduction of their new Robin Hood Nutri Flour Blend Gluten Free, an all-purpose gluten-free flour blend. It is now available at grocery stores across Canada in a convenient, easy, resealable bag using the Grip-Lock system.

Mondelez International, the maker of chocolate, biscuits, gum, candy, coffee and powdered beverages, is celebrating its first anniversary as a new company with month-long festivities and volunteer activities for its 110,000 employees around the world.

The demand for gluten-free options in restaurants, college dining halls and other foodservice establishments has never been higher. More than 30 percent of Americans are avoiding or eliminating gluten from their diet, and in 2012 alone, an estimated 200 million gluten-free meals were requested in restaurants across the country. Yet, many foodservice providers remain unprepared and uneducated on how to provide gluten-free food that is safe for consumers with celiac disease and gluten sensitivity.

Donper America, an industry-leading manufacturer of soft serve equipment, today announces the addition of their new Turnkey Frozen Yogurt Kiosks, set to debut at the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) Show in mid-October. This solution was created for convenience store owners and operators to increase their profitability by incorporating frozen yogurt. The offering includes a completely customized kiosk, Donper America machines, digital signage, frozen yogurt mix, toppings dispensers and cup dispensers.

Romeo's Pizza launched the Italiano Deep Dish Pizza in early September with an extensive media campaign consisting of television, radio, print and social media. The new Italiano Deep Dish pizza is available at all 31 Romeo's Pizza locations in Cleveland, Akron/Canton and Columbus.

A new study released in the journal Breast Cancer Research and Treatment, showed that young girls who consumed a serving of peanut butter or peanuts at least twice a week, reduced their risk of benign breast disease (BBD) in young adulthood by up to 39%. This gives parents even more of a reason to pack a peanut butter sandwich with their kid's lunch.

The Gluten-Free Certification Program (GFCP) in partnership with the Canadian Celiac Association have just announced that McCormick Canada has become one of a growing number of companies certified by the GFCP with the introduction of a line of gluten-free products to be available at grocery stores across North America.

For the 10th year in a row, Fairytale Brownies has won the Bizrate Circle of Excellence Award.

Hamlet, the loveable Beggin' mascot, isn't the only one longing for Beggin' on Facebook - one million other bacon and dog treat lovers are too! After just two and a half years on Facebook, Beggin' is celebrating its million-fan milestone with a bacon-filled sweepstakes for those bacon-crazed fans. The Beggin' "Fan Appreciation Week" Sweepstakes begins today on the brand's Facebook page to thank fans for helping the brand become one of the first dog treat brands to reach the one million fan plateau.

GetMaineLobster.com consistently works with lobster brokers to lock in the lowest prices on live Maine lobster and other seafood meals for delivery. This week, the live Maine lobster delivery service is offering fresh Maine lobster tails at a significant discount off of the standard retail price.

During the annual Filta Franchise Owners conference, recently held in Orlando, Florida, Filta announced the addition of a new award for 2013. The Technician of the Year Award will recognize an outstanding Filta Technician that has gone above and beyond in the service of company's clients and franchise owners. All Filta franchise owners are eligible to nominate a technician that has been employed for at least one year. Nominated employees must demonstrate loyalty, dedication, work ethic, outstanding customer service and support. This year's recipient is Orlando, Florida based technician Brett Alvarez. Mr. Alvarez is employed by Filta franchise owner Tom Rovison.

The Companion Group, a leading manufacturer of barbecue tools, pizza accessories, and other products for cooking outdoors, announced that the US Patent and Trademark Office recently issued two new patents for the Charcoal Companion brand of grilling accessories.

PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, Sept. 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/  During Canada's National Organic Week (September 21-28), ARAMARK Canada and Trent University celebrated Local Food Day with a new partner and organic offerings.  In partnership with Yorkshire Valley Farms  a local Peterborough-based producer of organic free range poultry students, faculty and staff were recently treated to a sustainable feast in the Peter Robinson Dining Hall.  The event, which was also attended by Yorkshire Valley Farms, was designed to showcase sustainable foods and their role in supporting consumer health, animal welfare and the local economy.

SEATTLE, Sept. 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/  To dedicate the restoration of the iconic red R atop the Old Rainier Brewery in Seattle's Industrial District, Rainier beer will host a party on Thurs., Oct. 24 from 4 to 9 p.m. A ceremony culminating in the illumination of the R will take place at 7 p.m. that evening. The party will be free and open to the public.

US Cranberries representatives announced their first official appearance at World Food Moscow (WFM) 2013. Sixty-nine countries are represented at the exhibition and over 50,000 food specialists attend each year. WFM covers all sectors of the food industry including meat and poultry, fish and seafood; fruit and vegetables; confectionery and bakery; groceries; oils, fats and sauces; frozen products; preserves; dairy; tea and coffee; and drinks.

Tony Abou-Ganim, known as The Modern Mixologist and author of The Modern Mixologist: Contemporary Classic Cocktails and Vodka Distilled: The Modern Mixologist on Vodka and Vodka Cocktails, is going pink this October. In celebration of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a portion of the proceeds from www.modernmixologist.com will benefit the Helen David Relief Fund, designed to provide assistance to bartenders affected by breast cancer.

Almost Nuts! has begun rolling out their product in Woodman's Markets. The product is already placed in a few of the Woodman's locations and will soon be coming to other locations.

The results of the second round of Haute Restaurant Madness are in! The luxury restaurant voting contest started at midnight on Wednesday, Sept. 18, and fine dining lovers are in the midst of a fierce competition-with only eight restaurants per city remaining.

In honor of National Breakfast Month, Marie Callender's is encouraging Americans to rethink their breakfast experience so they can start the day with a meal actually worth savoring. New Marie Callender's Breakfast Sandwiches bring a special touch to the start of the day with quality ingredients including made-from-scratch bread that crisps up warm and toasty right from the microwave, biscuits made with real cheddar cheese and eggs that taste homemade.

Want to experience an authentic Oktoberfest? Maybe you don't have to go to Munich this year. Philip Marie, located in Greenwich Village, is doing an Oktoberfest-themed 'Pig in the Box' every Wednesday starting October 9th.

Four of the nation's best chefs showed their chops last week, competing for top honors at the annual American Lamb Jam in New York.

The equinox, cooling temperatures, rain These are the conditions that signal mushrooms to grow in the yard and in the woods. This is the optimal season for growing shiitake mushrooms at home on hardwood logs such as oak, gum, hickory, or cherry. In the den or livingroom, on the porch, or under a shade tree in the yard, temperatures in the 70s-80s are perfect for inviting beautiful brown shiitakes to burst through the bark of a shiitake mushroom log kit.

Betty wants to know what your sweet style is this month. With fall just beginning, what better than S'mores by the fire? But if there isn't a campfire near you, Betty's got you covered.

Mark S. Mednansky, CEO of Del Frisco's Restaurant Group, is pleased to announce that its award-winning Del Frisco's Grille is now open in Palm Beach. Ideally located in the historic Royal Poinciana Plaza, Del Frisco's Grille is an exciting new eatery dishing up creative twists on American comfort classics. Del Frisco's Restaurant Group is based in Southlake, Texas - just outside Dallas - and operates more than 35 restaurants across the country. The opening marks the first Del Frisco's Grille in Florida.

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (Red Robin) is two weeks away from bringing even more craveable gourmet burgers to the Pittsburgh-area. Located at The District at Monroeville Mall off of William Penn Highway, the newest Red Robin will open on Monday, October 14 at 11 a.m. To help celebrate the grand opening of the new restaurant, Red Robin will donate all sales of its signature Freckled Lemonade from Monday, October 14 to Sunday, October 20, to Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to finding cures for all kids with cancer.