Restaurants

SOURCE: Noodles & Company Minnesota Restaurants Introduce Sandwich Duos, Host Pop Up Picnics MINNEAPOLIS, MN–(Marketwire – July 20, 2010) –  A hot bowl of noodles hits the spot every time for some people. Others crave more variety.

SOURCE: Green Mountain Inn The Green Mountain Inn of Stowe, Vermont Is Launching a New Website With a Host of Informative Features STOWE, VT–(Marketwire – July 19, 2010) –  Finding information about the Green Mountain Inn just got easier thanks to the Inn’s newly updated and revitalized web site.  “Our new, streamlined website gives an extensive up-close and personal overview of the Inn and Stowe,” said innkeeper Patti Clark. “It’s now easier to search for anything from our array of amenities and accommodations to in-depth information on how to plan a four-season vacation, family reunion or other special function.  “The Green Mountain Inn site has been designed to be the comprehensive, one-stop online browsing experience we know busy travelers are looking for these days. We’ve included links to a host of activities and points of interest within the greater Stowe area throughout any of the four seasons

SOURCE: Dunkin’ Donuts Sack of Donuts, LLC to Open First Location in 2011 and Remainder by 2015 CANTON, MA–(Marketwire – July 19, 2010) –  Dunkin’ Donuts, America’s favorite everyday all-day stop for coffee and baked goods, announced today the signing of a multi-unit store development agreement with Sack of Donuts, LLC for eight new restaurants in South Bend, IN and Portage/Kalamazoo, MI. One restaurant will open in 2011 and the remainder by 2015. Dunkin’ Donuts’ development throughout the region is part of a steady and strategic growth strategy, which includes expanding in existing markets while entering new cities across the country to help drive the leading coffee and bakery chain’s growth. Sack of Donuts, LLC is led by brothers Mike and Andy Knapick and Dewayne White, former NFL starting defensive end for the Detroit Lions. The local entrepreneurs also own eight Jimmy John’s and a Bar Louie operation spread out between the South Bend and Kalamazoo markets.  ” Our team has built a strong reputation with our two current concepts and we’re very excited about adding a third operation to our portfolio and expanding Dunkin’ Donuts’ presence in South Bend, Kalamazoo and Portage,” said Mike Knapick, Managing Member, Sack of Donuts, LLC. “We all have a strong passion and loyalty for the brand and know Dunkin’ Donuts will thrive in each of these markets.” In addition to the development agreement mentioned above, Dunkin’ Donuts is seeking new and existing franchisees to develop restaurants in Milwaukee, Chicago, Atlanta, Tampa, Washington, DC, and Detroit. To drive its expansion efforts, Dunkin’ Donuts has aligned its strategy to support the growth opportunities and consumer needs of individual markets. As a result, the company continues to expand with single and multi-unit opportunities with no minimum unit requirements.  Ideally, franchisees should possess a minimum net worth of $500,000 and liquid assets of at least $250,000, but financial qualifications will vary based on the opportunity available by market. This evolution of Dunkin’ Donuts’ franchise sales effort enables the brand to expand in markets more aggressively, while balancing its market penetration and maturity

SOURCE: New Leaf Brands, Inc. OLD TAPPAN, NJ–(Marketwire – July 19, 2010) –  New Leaf Brands, Inc. ( OTCBB : NLEF ) (“Company”), a provider of great tasting, all natural, healthy beverages, today announced a new marketing and distribution agreement with Coast Brands Group, LLC, a leading beverage brand representation and consulting firm. Coast Brands will market New Leaf’s 12 unique tea flavors sweetened with 100% organic cane sugar, 4 lemonades made with 6%-10% real fruit juice and sweetened with 100% organic cane sugar and 2 diet iced teas sweetened with Splenda™ to more than 30 regional distributors who service more than 30,000 retail outlets in the states of California, Nevada and Arizona.

SOURCE: Marriott Hotel Rolls Out the Orange Carpet for Family Weekend Stays WASHINGTON, DC–(Marketwire – July 16, 2010) – Kids can enjoy their favorite Nickelodeon friends while vacationing with family at the Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel where the new “Nickelodeon Your Stay” package provides kids with special amenities to make them feel right at home.

SOURCE: Marriott Renaissance Esmeralda Indian Wells Resort & Spa Introduces Popular ‘Celebrity’ Salon at the Spa, New Menus, Additional Family-Friendly Activities and Renovated “Tween” Spaces as Part of Renaissance Hotels’ Rebranding INDIAN WELLS, CA–(Marketwire – July 16, 2010) –  With 354 days of sunshine each year, Indian Wells is already well into its sunny days of 2010. Showing a warm forecast for the resort near Palm Springs, the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort and Spa, a member of the Marriott group, is offering plenty of new menus, activities and amenities for guests to enjoy the endless sunshine.

SOURCE: Marriott Southern Hospitality Awaits Elvis Fans at Memphis Marriott MEMPHIS, TN–(Marketwire – July 16, 2010) –  Elvis fans traveling to Memphis for Elvis Week at Graceland and celebrating the 75 th birthday of the King of Rock and Roll will find stylish accommodations at the Memphis Marriott, a distinctive choice among hotels in East Memphis, TN and located just nine miles from Graceland.

SOURCE: Marriott Affordable Rates Help Create Extraordinary Family Fun DESTIN, FL–(Marketwire – July 16, 2010) –  Create an exceptional weekend vacation experience with hotel deals in Destin, FL that will allow you and your family to witness the WOW factor of amazing stunts, aerial wizardry and extraordinary feats. The Courtyard Sandestin at Grand Boulevard’s “Le Grande Cirque” promotional package provides discounted room rates and free event parking for the 2010 Le Grand Cirque now performing in Destin, FL. Le Grande Cirque is recognized world-wide as an astonishing two-hour action-packed performance of astounding acrobatics and precision stunts by a company of more than 40 uniquely skilled performers from Brazil, Canada, Russia, Mongolia, Europe and China. The performances leave spectators at the edge of their seats as daring acrobats utilize amazing abilities to gracefully execute incredible aerial stunts, tumbling acts and the mesmerizing “Wheel of Death,” one of the most dangerous circus tricks ever attempted. Le Grande Cirque is performing through Aug

SOURCE: Marriott Guests Receive $25 Shopping Gift Card at Marriott Westshore Hotel TAMPA, FL–(Marketwire – July 16, 2010) –  Shoppers have a great opportunity to create their own Tampa Bay vacation packages with a “Shopping Madness” promotion offered by the Tampa Marriott Westshore Hotel. Conveniently located in the heart of the popular Westshore shopping district, this stylish hotel is perfect for a fun and exhilarating Tampa weekend getaway and is offering guests a $25 gift card to spend wherever they like in this fabulous shopping and entertainment district. Popular among the “shop til you drop” crowd, the International Plaza Shopping Center and Westshore Mall both offer hundreds of retail stores — with everything from accessories and apparel to specialty items and home furnishings. With accommodations at this distinctive hotel, shoppers will be within walking distance of the Westshore Mall and another Florida shopping favorite — International Plaza and Bay Street. However, complimentary transportation is also included for guests taking advantage of this “Shopping Madness” promotion along with free self-parking, nightly turndown service, late 1 p.m

SOURCE: Marriott Create a Family Weekend Getaway in Dallas DALLAS, TX–(Marketwire – July 16, 2010) – A great family vacation can be as simple as time together over the weekend at one of the most exciting Dallas luxury hotels , where special family packages make quality family fun easy and affordable. Hotels in downtown Dallas are conveniently located for easy access to many area attractions, and the Renaissance Dallas Hotel is offering a family “Movie Package” that will be an instant hit with everyone in the family