The Culinary Scoop

One chosen “Reddi-wip Everyday Barista” will serve coffee throughout New York City

It’s the morning after Daylight Saving Time and let’s face it – we all need some motivation when jumping back into the work week, especially on Mondays. That’s why Reddi-wip is announcing its first-ever search for the Reddi-wip Everyday Barista who will be awarded $15,000* to perform one simple duty – showcase Reddi-wip’s new Barista Series of products by swooshing them into the coffee cups of New Yorkers on a TBD date within the next year (subject to change).

Reddi-wip is on a mission to give New Yorkers a morning that’s a whole lot sweeter and energetic by delivering the coffee shop experience, without any of the coffee shop lines. No real barista training or experience is required. The winning Reddi-wip Everyday Barista just needs to whip up café-inspired, barista-style coffee drinks with the help of Reddi-wip Sweet Foam Coffee Topper and Nitro Coffee Creamer.

The world’s largest annual LGBTQ+ bartending celebration honors the legacy of gay bars as the original LGBTQ+ community centers and celebrates the faces behind each pour

 Stoli^® Vodka announced today the widely anticipated return of its Stoli Key West Cocktail Classic for the seventh year in partnership with the City of Key West and the Key West Business Guild. Bartenders and LGBTQ+ allies across the country will come together to compete in a cocktail competition to win a variety of prizes including $15,000 for a hometown charity of the winner’s choice, a dream vacation to anywhere in the world, arranged by HE Travel, and the coveted title of the 2020 SKWCC Champion. All monetary, charity donations and travel prizes to be provided courtesy of the KWBG.

The theme for this year’s SKWCC is “The Stolimpics,” and will feature “Stolimpians” ages 21+ who will be tasked with creating exceptional cocktails inspired by the people, places and things that make their hometown worthy of a gold medal. The competition will travel to 14 cities across the country where one winner from each city will receive an eight-day trip to compete in the SKWCC at the Key West Pride Week Finale June 1-8, courtesy of the KWBG.

 Magic Johnson Enterprises – owned by legendary NBA Hall of Famer Earvin “Magic” Johnson – and the global food services and facilities management company, Sodexo, announced Selena Cuffe today as the new President of its minority-owned joint venture, SodexoMAGIC. Cuffe will oversee the SodexoMAGIC portfolio comprised of 1,700 U.S. client sites and 6,500 employees, in partnership with Sodexo’s business lines and senior leaders.  

“The business expertise of Selena is unique. As a successful entrepreneur, she will bring a diligent mindset with a vision to think differently and ultimately, propel our organization forward,” said Earvin Johnson, Chairman of Magic Johnson Enterprises and the SodexoMAGIC board. “We are excited that our dynamic SodexoMAGIC team will ascend to the next level under her leadership. Her talent and intelligence will be fundamental to enhancing our portfolio and growing the business.”

Basketball Elite, Social Media Influencers, and Food Bloggers were among the crowd as DJ 2LIPS from 96.3 FM and DJ RRAMA entertained patrons for the Grand Opening of Gorditos. Developed and owned by Gloria Govan & Family, Gorditos is a Mexican Food Chain allowing customers a more customizable offering, with innovative new food offerings including a Low Carb Menu.

Founder Gloria Govan states, “Quality food starts with the ingredients. The number one ingredient in all of our dishes is the tortilla. I knew that I needed to use the most delicious tortilla at Gorditos. I scoured the country to find the best tortilla in the world to pair with our signature Al Pastor, and it turns out they were around the corner, Mr. Tortilla. Like us, they use only the highest quality ingredients and give our customers the choice between Gourmet White, Whole Wheat, Savory Spinach, Sun-Dried Tomato & Basil, Low Carb Pico de Gallo, and Chipotle tortillas.

Outstanding Foods Welcomes Snoop Dogg To The PigOut Family

Outstanding Foods may be taking the pig out of pork rinds, but they’re bringing the Dogg into healthy snacking — specifically, Snoop Dogg.

Creator and innovator of tasty as hell plant-based foods, Outstanding Foods is excited to announce their official partnership with the entertainment icon. The newPigOut® Pigless® Pork Rinds just hit the better-for-you marketplace last month, and they’re following up with an irresistible collaboration with Tha Doggfather himself.

Since day one, there’s been an impressive roster of celebrity investors that believe in the company’s mission of making healthy snacks accessible and enjoyable for all. Snoop’s investment signals a new era for the brand, not to mention the future of munchies at large. With PigOut’s Pigless Pork Rinds, you no longer have to choose between delicious and nutritious. You can enjoy all of the flavor and none of the guilt, bag after bag. Just ask Snoop.

“BOUsted Power Hour” is March 9 from 2-3 p.m. at participating Caribou Coffee locations

Caribou Coffee® is fueling the dreaded Monday after Daylight Savings Time and celebrating the launch of its new line of refreshing Caribou BOUsted™ Caffeinated Beverages with a one-hour “BOUsted Power Hour.” On Monday, March 9, 2020, from 2-3 p.m., guests can stop by participating Caribou Coffee locations for a free small Caribou BOUsted beverage.

Caribou BOUsted is a delicious line of sparkling and blended caffeinated drinks in a variety of fruit flavors and is now available at locations nationwide. The new drinks are crafted with caffeine from coffee beans without the coffee taste. Like all Caribou Coffee handcrafted beverages, Caribou BOUsted Caffeinated Beverages are 100% Clean Label—meaning there are no artificial colors, no artificial flavors, no artificial sweeteners, and no artificial preservatives.

Canada kicks off the launch with a redesigned bottle and package celebrating vibrant Jamaican excellence

Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum, a global leader in premium rums, announces the storied brand’s global relaunch that debuts in Canada in early 2020. Canadians will be the first market in the world to be introduced to the newly designed packaging, including a reimagined bottle and label, and the release of a new premium aged blend. The international rollout begins in Ontario and then continues nationally across Canada before moving onto other markets globally.

A sleek, contemporary version of the iconic bottle shape is accompanied by a sophisticated new cork closure. Beneath the closure, the neck label illustrates Appleton Estate located in Jamaica’s Nassau Valley, followed by an embossed “1749” stamp in the glass, marking the date of the Estate’s establishment.  The new label tells the story of each rum blend, as well as details on the unique production process; aged in the tropical climate of Jamaica and crafted with Jamaican limestone-filtered water, with no added flavors.

Ranked as one of the world’s 15 largest wine producers, Brazilian winemakers ready to represent at largest wine and spirits event in North America

Apex-Brasil, the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency, will bring five of Brazil’s top winemakers to the annual Vinexpo New York wine and spirits show. The show, which is the largest industry gathering in North America, will take place March 2 and 3 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. The event aims to connect more than 270 premier wine vendors and distributors from around the world with top buyers from the United States and Canada.