House Passes Bill To Eliminate Floral Demonstration Test

Once again the House of Representatives has passed a bill that would eliminate the controversial floral demonstration test needed to acquire a retail florist license in Louisiana. Louisiana’s current law is unusual because it requires a retail license applicant to prepare floral designs in a test graded by a panel of florists who could be future competitors for business.

Detroit’s Avalon Breads Planning Organic Bakery Growth, Microbrewery

Midtown’s Avalon International Breads, the bakery that blends Buddhist philosophy and financial success, has attracted a trio of investors who have backed successful restaurants, breweries and distilleries in Michigan. The move could signal an expansion of the organic bakery, which anticipates $2 million in retail and wholesale business this year, and the creation of another microbrewery in the city.

Timothy Casey Named CEO & President For Mrs. Fields’ Original Cookies, Inc.

Mrs. Fields’ Original Cookies, Inc., parent company of Mrs. Fields’ Famous Brands LLC, the domestic and international franchisor of TCBY and Mrs. Fields’ Cookies, announces today the appointment of Timothy Casey to the role of CEO and President. Casey joins these two iconic brands that have been a part of Americana for the last 30 years, with a deep understanding of consumer trends and brand relevance.

Sono-Tek New Natural Moisture Barrier Coater For The Food Industry

May 6, 2010 Sono-Tek Corporation

Sono-Tek Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: SOTK), announced today that it has received a purchase order for a new natural moisture barrier ultrasonic coating system “SonoCoat MB”, from a major baked goods manufacturer.

‘Portraits Of The American CupCake’ Campaign Celebrates Iconic Squiggle On Hostess CupCakes

May 6, 2010 Hostess Brands, Inc.

A drum set made of cupcakes. A cupcake moon shining its squiggles on the Las Vegas desert. A cupcake enveloped in a valentine made of lentils. All of the above are among the original artworks created by celebrities to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the iconic squiggle on Hostess CupCakes and benefit Free Arts NYC, an organization dedicated to providing educational and arts programs to under-served children.