Barry Callebaut Upgrading Ivory Coast Cocoa Factory

August 5, 2011 Ange Aboa, Reuters

Barry Callebaut , the world's largest maker of chocolate products, plans to upgrade grinding capacity at its cocoa processing plant in Ivory Coast to 175,000 tonnes a year from 105,000 tonnes now, its CEO said.

Make 'Back To School' Lunches Special & Healthy With Fabe's

August 5, 2011 Fabe's All Natural Bakery

Mother knows best when it comes to baking with real ingredients Sweetened by Nature™ with fruits, veggies and grains. Our new gluten free dessert choices offer parents a healthy treat alternative for any kid's lunch box. Mini cookies are also the perfect size (about an inch round) for a nice after lunch surprise.

Whole Foods Market Wine Buyer Earns “Master Sommelier” Rank

August 5, 2011 Whole Foods Market

Whole Foods Market announced one of its wine buyers has earned the distinctive Master Sommelier rank. Devon Broglie, specialty coordinator for the Southwest region, is one of six new Master Sommeliers, joining a prestigious group of only 180 worldwide who have earned the highest recognition of wine and spirits knowledge, beverage service abilities and professionalism in the hospitality trade.

Tesco To Trial Smaller Format U.S. Stores

August 5, 2011 Mark Potter, Reuters

Tesco , the world's No.3 retailer, will test a handful of smaller convenience stores in the United States as it searches for ways to stem losses at its Fresh & Easy chain.

Safeway Undertakes Largest Store Revamp In Bay Area In Years

Safeway is embarking on its most far-ranging effort in years to replace or reconstruct aging or small stores, the Pleasanton-based retailer said Tuesday.