Daily Archives: December 28, 2016

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Lands’ End welcomes Jerome Griffith as its next Chief Executive Officer

Highly Respected Global Executive Brings Significant Experience Driving Growth and Innovation for Iconic Consumer Brands

DODGEVILLE, Wis., 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lands’ End, Inc. (NASDAQ:LE) today (Dec. 19, 2016) announced that its Board of Directors has named Jerome Griffith to be the Company’s next Chief Executive Officer. Griffith is a highly respected global executive with extensive experience driving growth and innovation for iconic consumer brands, who most recently served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Tumi Holdings.  He will also join the Lands’ End Board of Directors.

Josephine Linden, Chairman of the Board of Lands’ End, said: “After a comprehensive search conducted by Heidrick & Struggles, we are thrilled to welcome Jerome Griffith as Lands’ End’s next CEO. Jerome is an exceptionally gifted leader with an impressive track record of spearheading growth and expansion at several iconic apparel and consumer goods companies. Over the course of his career, Jerome has demonstrated a special talent for innovation in design and functionality to attract new customers while upholding the quality, value, service, and products that current customers love. As Lands’ End continues its evolution at the forefront of the retail industry, we believe Jerome’s experience and tactical execution will improve financial performance and build sustainable long-term value for stockholders.”

Griffith, who will join the Company on March 6, 2017, said: “I am delighted to join Lands’ End as the organization enters its next phase of growth and development. By focusing and building on its core brand values and its heritage of delivering quality, value and service, I believe Lands’ End is well positioned to innovate and grow as a global leader in classic American sportswear. I look forward to working with the entire Lands’ End team to drive the Company forward in a way that expands and strengthens its bonds with its customers while creating compelling value for all of its stakeholders.”

Griffith will succeed Joseph Boitano and James Gooch, who have served as Co-Interim CEOs since September 26, 2016, when the Company announced its search for a permanent CEO. Boitano and Gooch will continue to serve as Co-Interim CEOs until Mr. Griffith assumes the CEO role in March of 2017.

Mrs. Linden added: “On behalf of the entire Board, we deeply appreciate Joe and Jim’s service to Lands’ End during this period and look forward to their continued contributions to the Company as Executive Vice President and Chief Merchandising and Design Officer, and Executive Vice President and Chief Operating and Financial Officer and Treasurer, respectively.”

Mr. Boitano and Mr. Gooch, said: “We look forward to sharing our insight and experience with Jerome as we all work together to advance strategic initiatives that meet the needs of Lands’ End’s customers and drive long-term sustainable growth.”

Jerome Griffith Biography
Mr. Griffith served as the Chief Executive Officer, President and a member of the board of directors of Tumi Holdings, Inc. from April 2009 until its sale in August 2016 to Samsonite International S.A., where he now serves as a non-executive director. From 2002 to February 2009, he was employed at Esprit Holdings Limited, a global fashion brand, where he was promoted to Chief Operating Officer and appointed to the board in 2004, then promoted to President of Esprit North and South America in 2006. From 1999 to 2002, he worked as an executive vice president at Tommy Hilfiger. From 1998 to 1999, he worked as the president of retail at the J. Peterman Company, a catalog-based apparel and retail company. From 1989 through 1998, he worked in various positions of increasing responsibility at Gap, Inc. Mr. Griffith is a member of the board of VINCE, Tom Tailor SE, Samsonite and Parsons, The New School of Design. He graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing.

About Lands’ End, Inc.
Lands’ End, Inc. (NASDAQ:LE) is a leading multi-channel retailer of clothing, accessories, footwear and home products. We offer products through catalogs, online at www.landsend.com, www.canvasbylandsend.com and affiliated specialty and international websites, and through retail locations, primarily at Lands’ End Shops at Sears® and standalone Lands’ End Inlet® Stores. We are a classic American lifestyle brand with a passion for quality, legendary service and real value, and seek to deliver timeless style for men, women, kids and the home.

CONTACTS:
Investors:
ICR
Megan Crudele
(203) 682-8200
megan.crudele@icrinc.com

Media:
Sard Verbinnen & Co.
Matt Benson / Andrew Duberstein
(212) 687-8080

Lands’ End, Inc.
Michele Casper
Vice President of Public Relations
(608) 935-4633

Source: Lands’ End, Inc./globenewswire

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Lenta announceS the opening of its 33rd hypermarket in St. Petersburg, Russia

St. Petersburg, Russia, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lenta, (LSE, MOEX: LNTA) one of the largest retail chains in Russia, is pleased to announce the opening of its 33rd hypermarket in St. Petersburg.

The new store is a Lenta standard format hypermarket located at 5 Uzhnaya str., Bugry, Leningrad region. The store has a total area of 13,283 sq.m with 7,224 sq.m of selling space and is open 24 hours, seven days a week. A broad product assortment of 26,000 SKUs has been selected specifically for residents of St. Petersburg and includes Lenta’s private labels and federal product ranges alongside local produce. The store has 571 parking spaces and 40 cash registers. The property is owned by Lenta.

The opening in St. Petersburg is Lenta’s forty sixth hypermarket opening in 2016 and brings the total number of Lenta stores to 185 hypermarkets in 77 cities across Russia and 45 supermarkets in Moscow and St. Petersburg.

About Lenta
Lenta is the largest hypermarket chain in Russia (in terms of selling space) and the country’s fifth largest retail chain (in terms of 2015 sales). The Company was founded in 1993 in St. Petersburg. Lenta operates 185 hypermarkets in 77 cities across Russia and 45 supermarkets in Moscow and St. Petersburg, with a total of approximately 1,117,931 sq.m of selling space. The average Lenta hypermarket store has selling space of approximately 5,800 sq.m. The average Lenta supermarket store has selling space of approximately 1,000 sq.m. The Company operates seven owned distribution centres.

The Company’s price-led hypermarket formats are differentiated in terms of their promotion and pricing strategies as well as their local product assortment. The Company employed approximately 34,134 people as of 30 June 2016 1.

The Company’s management team combines a mix of local knowledge and international expertise coupled with extensive operational experience in Russia. Lenta’s largest shareholders include TPG Capital and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, both of which are committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance. Lenta is listed on the London Stock Exchange and on the Moscow Exchange and trades under the ticker: ‘LNTA’.

A brief video summary on Lenta’s business and its Big Data initiative can be seen here.

For further information please visit www.lentainvestor.com

Contact:

Lenta
Anna Meleshina,
Public Relations & Government Affairs Director
Tel: +7 812 363 28 53
E-mail: anna.meleshina@lenta.com

Anastasia Kuznetsova,
Corporate Communications Manager
Тel:+7 (812) 336 39 97
E-mail: a.kuznetsova@lenta.com

Citigate
International Media:
David Westover
Тel: +44 207 282 2886
E-mail: lentateam@citigatedr.co.uk

FTI Consulting
Russian Media:
Anton Karpov & Victoria Afonina
Тel:+7 495 795 06 23
E-mail: lenta@FTIconsulting.com

Source: Lenta

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RUSSIA: Lenta announces the opening of its third hypermarket in Tomsk

With this opening, Lenta expands its network in Siberia to 35 hypermarkets in 13 cities

St. Petersburg, Russia, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lenta, (LSE, MOEX: LNTA) one of the largest retail chains in Russia, is pleased to announce the opening of its third hypermarket in Tomsk.

The new store is a Lenta compact format hypermarket located at 59 Pushkina str., Tomsk. The store has a total area of 9,363 sq.m with 5,233 sq.m of selling space and is open from 8.00 am till 12 pm, seven days a week. A broad product assortment of 19,000 SKUs has been selected specifically for residents of Tomsk and includes Lenta’s private labels and federal product ranges alongside local produce. The store has 426 parking spaces and 30 cash registers. The property is owned by Lenta.

The opening in St. Petersburg is Lenta’s forty seventh hypermarket opening in 2016 and brings the total number of Lenta stores to 186 hypermarkets in 77 cities across Russia and 45 supermarkets in Moscow and St. Petersburg.

About Lenta
Lenta is the largest hypermarket chain in Russia (in terms of selling space) and the country’s fifth largest retail chain (in terms of 2015 sales). The Company was founded in 1993 in St. Petersburg. Lenta operates 186 hypermarkets in 77 cities across Russia and 45 supermarkets in Moscow and St. Petersburg, with a total of approximately 1,123,164 sq.m of selling space. The average Lenta hypermarket store has selling space of approximately 5,800 sq.m. The average Lenta supermarket store has selling space of approximately 1,000 sq.m. The Company operates seven owned distribution centres.

The Company’s price-led hypermarket formats are differentiated in terms of their promotion and pricing strategies as well as their local product assortment. The Company employed approximately 34,134 people as of 30 June 2016 1.

The Company’s management team combines a mix of local knowledge and international expertise coupled with extensive operational experience in Russia. Lenta’s largest shareholders include TPG Capital and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, both of which are committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance. Lenta is listed on the London Stock Exchange and on the Moscow Exchange and trades under the ticker: ‘LNTA’.

A brief video summary on Lenta’s business and its Big Data initiative can be seen here.

For further information please visit www.lentainvestor.com, or contact:

Lenta
Anna Meleshina
Public Relations & Government Affairs Director
Tel: +7 812 363 28 53
E-mail: anna.meleshina@lenta.com

Anastasia Kuznetsova
Corporate Communications Manager
Тel:+7 (812) 336 39 97
E-mail: a.kuznetsova@lenta.com

Citigate
International Media:
David Westover
Тel: +44 207 282 2886
E-mail: lentateam@citigatedr.co.uk

FTI Consulting
Russian Media:
Anton Karpov & Victoria Afonina
Тel:+7 495 795 06 23
E-mail: lenta@FTIconsulting.com

Source: Lenta

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Prada further expands in Japan with the opening of new store in Narita International Airport

Milan, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Prada strengthens its presence in Japan by opening a new space inside Narita International Airport’s Terminal 2.

Occupying a total surface area of some 200 square metres, the store houses the women’s and men’s leather goods and accessories collections.

The façade, on three sides, is clad in black Marquinia marble, framing the light boxes and, on the two opposite sides, the two large entrances.

The interior is divided in three areas defined by the signature black-and-white marble chequered flooring – a legacy of Prada’s identity worldwide – and deep green watercolour-painted canvas wall covering into which green marble shelving and glass display cabinets are set. A sitting area with elegant green velvet sofas and polished-steel and glass display counters complete the atmosphere.

Contact:
Prada Press Office
Tel. +39.02.541921
e-mail: ufficio.stampa@prada.com

Source: Prada

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GameStop announces post-holiday discounts and deals

GRAPEVINE, TX, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — GameStop, a global family of specialty retail brands that makes the most popular technologies affordable and simple, announced today (12/26/16) that it is offering post-holiday discounts and deals on the video game consoles, games, accessories and collectibles. This is the perfect time for gamers and popular culture fans to come by a store to redeem holiday gift cards to purchase the gifts that they did not receive.

GameStop is the destination for keeping the holiday and New Year celebrations alive with the top products at the best prices from now through January 1. Discounts include:

  • Save $25 on the purchase of a new Xbox One when using a GameStop gift card, plus receive a free Xbox One stereo headset, either GameStop exclusive white or black (valid through December 31, in-store only)
  • Receive a $25 GameStop gift card with the purchase of a new Uncharted 4 PlayStation® 4 console bundle ($249.99- regularly priced at $299.99) or Final Fantasy XV PlayStation® 4 console bundle ($449.99)
  • Gears of War 4 – $29.99 (reg. $59.99)
  • The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition – $39.99 (reg. $59.99)
  • Dead Rising 4 – $29.99 (reg. $59.99)
  • Overwatch: Origins Edition – $39.99 (reg. $59.99)
  • Dishonored 2 – $29.99 (reg. $59.99)
  • Watch Dogs 2 – $39.99 (reg. $59.99)
  • Final Fantasy XV – $39.99 (reg. $59.99)
  • Titanfall 2- $39.99 (reg. $59.99)
  • 50 percent off of all strategy guides
  • Save up to 75 percent on select collectibles

Additionally, fans can take advantage of a buy two, get one free sale on all pre-owned products at GameStop from December 26 through December 28.

For more information on discounts and deals at GameStop along with product availability, visit a local GameStop store location or online at www.GameStop.com.

About GameStop Corp.

GameStop Corp. (NYSE: GME), a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Grapevine, Texas, is a global, multichannel video game, consumer electronics and wireless services retailer. GameStop operates more than 7,500 stores across 14 countries. The company’s consumer product network also includes www.gamestop.com; www.Kongregate.com, a leading browser-based game site; Game Informer® magazine, the world’s leading print and digital video game publication; and ThinkGeek, www.thinkgeek.com, the premier retailer for the global geek community featuring exclusive and unique video game and pop culture products. In addition, our Technology Brands segment includes Simply Mac and Spring Mobile stores. Simply Mac, www.simplymac.com, operates 70 stores, selling the full line of Apple products, including laptops, tablets, and smartphones and offering Apple certified warranty and repair services. Spring Mobile, www.springmobile.com, sells all of AT&T’s products and services, including DIRECTV through its 1,429 AT&T branded stores and offers pre-paid wireless services, devices and related accessories through its 70 Cricket branded stores in select markets in the U.S.

General information about GameStop Corp. can be obtained at the company’s corporate website. Follow @GameStop on Twitter and find GameStop on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GameStop.

Contact:
Kyle Stephenson
GameStop – Public Relations
kylestephenson@gamestop.com

Source: GameStop Corporation

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London & Cambridge Properties completes bespoke extension for Steel Processing (Midlands) Ltd at its Burntwood base

London, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — A booming Staffordshire steel firm has created new jobs and expects to double its turnover after investing £2 million to extend its existing manufacturing unit and grow its business.

The good news comes after leading property investment firm London & Cambridge Properties (LCP) completed the bespoke extension for the steel processing company at its Burntwood base.

Steel Processing (Midlands) Ltd (SPM) says the 14,500 sq ft extension, of its existing unit at Zone 4, Burntwood Business Park, will enable it to meet increasing demand for its products and put it on target to double its turnover in 12 months.

The expansion means that the company has taken on 15 new members of staff, taking it to a total of 60. It is also on target to more than double its turnover to £40 million this financial year.

As well as agreeing to the extension LCP, which owns and manages Zone 4 of the business park, also carried out a number of improvements to the company’s existing 36,963 sq ft unit.

SPM has now committed to the business park for another 20 years after signing a new lease and investing about £2 million in their business expansion plans, including a new slitting machine.

Nick Liggins, commercial director of SPM, a privately owned steel stockholding and processing business, said: “We were running at full capacity on three shifts for some time and we had the choice to stay as we were or to put down new capacity. We took the latter decision.  This was driven by the fact that we needed to be able to maintain our excellent customer service levels whilst also having the facility to take advantage of growth opportunities.

“We’ve been at Burntwood Business Park since 1993 and were keen to stay where we were, so we worked with LCP to ensure that the extension was purpose built to our exact specification. We have now installed a Georg slitting line, which is currently being commissioned and should be fully operational by the beginning of November.”

“This is a very exciting time in our company development and we are looking forward to feeling the benefits of having this capacity fully on stream.”

Andrew Preston, industrial portfolio manager, of LCP, added: “We are delighted that our long-standing tenant Steel Processing Ltd chose to stay at Burntwood Business Park. We pride ourselves on working closely with our tenants and assisting them with their business expansion plans.”

Media Enquiries:

If you have any media enquiries please email kyates@lcpproperties.co.uk

Source: London and Cambridge Properties

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NCR Corporation announces the appointment of Marija Zivanovic-Smith as representative to APEC Business Advisory Council

DULUTH, Ga., 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), the global leader in omni-channel technologies, today (December, 20, 2016) announced that the White House has appointed Marija Zivanovic-Smith to serve as one of three U.S. representatives to the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Business Advisory Council (ABAC).

“At a time when the insights of business leaders are increasingly important to economic cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region, we are delighted that Marija has accepted her appointment to ABAC,” said U.S. Ambassador to APEC, Matt Matthews.

Zivanovic-Smith will join ABAC counterparts from APEC’s 20 other member economies to advise APEC policymakers on issues affecting the region’s business climate. Created by APEC Leaders in 1995, ABAC consists of three business representatives from each APEC economy.  ABAC meets quarterly to discuss investment and trade policy recommendations and reports directly to the APEC leaders at an annual dialogue each fall.

APEC is the premier organization for facilitating economic growth, cooperation, trade, and investment in the Asia-Pacific region.  Under the APEC structure, the U.S. and 20 other of the world’s leading economies come together to facilitate regional economic integration through trade and investment liberalization, and tackle a wide range of issues critical to ensuring regional prosperity and economic growth.

“We believe Marija will make a significant contribution to the Council and effectively represent the U.S. business community on Asia-Pacific policy initiatives,” said NCR’s Chairman and CEO Bill Nuti. “As the global economy evolves and becomes increasingly driven by cross-border data flows, her strong voice on trade- and investment-friendly policies for emerging digital technologies, including the internet of things and big data, will be a tremendous asset to the Council.”

Marija is the vice president of corporate marketing, communications and government relations at NCR. She also serves as chief of staff to NCR’s Chairman and CEO Bill Nuti. While leading a global team of marketing communications professionals, her key responsibilities include strategy formulation, promoting a consistent global brand based on NCR’s strong culture of innovation, and positioning NCR and its executives as trusted advisors to policy and community leaders worldwide.  Zivanovic-Smith serves on the the Information Technology Industry Council (ITIC) Executive Committee and Board of Directors.  ITIC is an advocacy and policy organization for the world’s leading innovation companies.

About NCR Corporation
NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) is a leader in omni-channel solutions, turning everyday interactions with businesses into exceptional experiences. With its software, hardware and portfolio of services, NCR enables more than 550 million transactions daily across retail, financial, travel, hospitality, telecom and technology, and small business. NCR solutions run the everyday transactions that make your life easier.

NCR is headquartered in Duluth, Ga., with over 30,000 employees and does business in 180 countries. NCR is a trademark of NCR Corporation in the United States and other countries.  All other trademarks or registered trademarks are property of their respective owners.

NCR encourages investors to visit its website, which is updated regularly with financial and other important information about NCR.

Web sites: www.ncr.com
Twitter: @NCRCorporation
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ncrcorp
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ncr-corporation
YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/ncrcorporation

Media Contacts:
Scott Sykes
NCR Corporation
212.589.8428
scott.sykes@ncr.com

Source: NCR Corporation

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USDA FSIS offers four food safety tips to ensure a healthy and safe holiday

WASHINGTON, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Christmas, Kwanzaa, and Hanukah all fall within three days of each other this year. As friends and families gather together this season, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety Inspection Service has four food safety tips to ensure a healthy and safe holiday.

Even on Holidays, Always Follow the Four Steps to Food Safety

Clean hands before food preparation by following these simple steps: wet hands, lather with soap, scrub for at least 20 seconds, rinse with clean warm water and dry hands with a clean towel. Always serve food on clean plates and avoid reusing plates that previously held raw meat and poultry.

Separate raw and cooked foods to avoid cross contamination, which is transferring bacteria from raw food onto ready-to-eat food. For example, when preparing a roast and raw veggies for a dip platter, keep the raw meat from coming into contact with the vegetables, or food that does not require further cooking such as sliced, cooked meat and cheese.

Cook using a food thermometer to make sure food reaches a safe minimum internal temperature. Cook all raw beef, pork, lamb and veal steaks, chops, and roasts to a minimum internal temperature of 145 °F as measured with a food thermometer before removing meat from the heat source. For safety and quality reasons, allow meat to rest for at least three minutes before carving or consuming.

Cook all raw ground beef, pork, lamb, and veal to an internal temperature of 160 °F as measured with a food thermometer. Cook all poultry to a safe minimum internal temperature of 165 °F as measured with a food thermometer. When transporting hot, cooked food from one location to another, keep it hot by carrying it in an insulated container. For more information about food thermometers, visit FoodSafety.gov

Chill leftovers within two hours of cooking. Keep track of how long items have been sitting on the buffet table and discard anything out longer than two hours. Never leave perishable foods, such as meat, poultry, eggs and casseroles in the “Danger Zone” over two hours. The danger zone is between 40 and 140 °F where bacteria multiply rapidly. After two hours, enough bacteria may have grown to make partygoers sick. Exceptions to the danger zone include ready-to-eat items like cookies, crackers, bread and whole fruit.

With more than 100,000 downloads on both the Android and iOS smartphones, the FoodKeeper application is quickly establishing itself as the quick reference go-to guide for safe food storage. Available in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, the FoodKeeper has information on safe storage of leftovers and 400+ different food and drink items.

Consumers can learn more about key food safety practices at Foodsafety.gov and follow @USDAFoodSafety on Twitter. Consumers with questions about food safety can call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) or chat live with a food safety specialist in English or Spanish at AskKaren.gov, available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday.

Contact:

Food Safety Education Staff
Press (202) 720-9113
Consumer Inquiries (888) 674-6854

Source: USDA

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Gold Medal Packing Inc. recalls boneless veal products that may be contaminated with E. coli

WASHINGTON, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gold Medal Packing Inc., a Rome, N.Y. establishment, is recalling approximately 4,607 pounds of boneless veal products that may be contaminated with E. coli O26 and O45, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today (Dec. 23, 2016).

The veal trim and top bottom sirloin (TBS) products were produced and packaged on August 16, 2016, and October 25, 2016. The following products are subject to recall: 

  • 60-lb. boxes containing “BONELESS VEAL”.
  • 2,387-lb. bin containing “TBS”.

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 17965” inside the USDA mark of inspection. The “BONELESS VEAL” items were shipped to a warehouse in California and the “TBS” items were shipped to distributor locations in Pennsylvania.

The problem was discovered during routine sample testing. There have been no confirmed reports of illness or adverse reactions due to consumption of these products.

Many clinical laboratories do not test for non-O157 Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC), such as STEC O26 or O45, because they are harder to identify than STEC O157. People can become ill from STECs 2–8 days (average of 3–4 days) after consuming the organism. Most people infected with STEC O26 or O45 develop diarrhea (often bloody), and vomiting. Some illnesses last longer and can be more severe. Infection is usually diagnosed by testing of a stool sample. Vigorous rehydration and other supportive care is the usual treatment; antibiotic treatment is generally not recommended.

Most people recover within a week, but, rarely, some develop a more severe infection. Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is uncommon with STEC O26 or STEC O45 infections. HUS can occur in people of any age but is most common in children under 5 year’s old, older adults and persons with weakened immune systems. It is marked by easy bruising, pallor, and decreased urine output. Persons who experience these symptoms should seek emergency medical care immediately

FSIS and the company are concerned that some product may be frozen and in consumers’ freezers.

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.

FSIS advises all consumers to safely prepare their raw meat products, including fresh and frozen, and only consume boneless veal product that has been cooked to a temperature of 145° F. The only way to confirm that boneless veal product is cooked to a temperature high enough to kill harmful bacteria is to use a food thermometer that measures internal temperature, http://1.usa.gov/1cDxcDQ.

Media and consumers with questions regarding the recall can contact Dave Anguzza, Operations Manager, at (315) 337-1911, ext. 3.

Consumers with food safety questions can “Ask Karen,” the FSIS virtual representative available 24 hours a day at AskKaren.gov or via smartphone at m.askkaren.gov. The toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) is available in English and Spanish and can be reached from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Recorded food safety messages are available 24 hours a day. The online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/reportproblem.

PREPARING PRODUCT FOR SAFE CONSUMPTION
USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline
1-888-MPHOTLINE or visit
www.fsis.usda.gov

Wash hands with warm, soapy water for at least 20 seconds before and after handling raw meat and poultry. Wash cutting boards, dishes and utensils with hot, soapy water. Immediately clean spills.

Keep raw meat, fish and poultry away from other food that will not be cooked. Use separate cutting boards for raw meat, poultry and egg products and cooked foods.

Color is NOT a reliable indicator that meat has been cooked to a temperature high enough to kill harmful bacteria.

The only way to be sure the meat or poultry is cooked to a high enough temperature to kill harmful bacteria is to use a thermometer to measure the internal temperature.
– Fish: 145°F
– Beef, pork, lamb chops/steaks/roasts: 145°F with a three minute rest time
– ground meat: 160°F
– poultry: 165°F
– hot dogs: 160°F or steaming hot

Refrigerate raw meat and poultry within two hours after purchase or one hour if temperatures exceed 90º F. Refrigerate cooked meat and poultry within two hours after cooking.
USDA Recall Classifications
Class I This is a health hazard situation where there is a reasonable probability that the use of the product will cause serious, adverse health consequences or death.
Class II This is a health hazard situation where there is a remote probability of adverse health consequences from the use of the product.
Class III This is a situation where the use of the product will not cause adverse health consequences.

Contact:

Congressional and Public Affairs
Julie Schwartz
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov

Source: USDA

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Texas Best Proteins recalls Cajun Style Dirty Rice containing chicken products and Turkey Cajun Dinner Kits due to misbranding and undeclared allergens

WASHINGTON, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Texas Best Proteins (Farm to Market Foods), a Santo, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 25,332 pounds of Cajun Style Dirty Rice containing chicken products and Turkey Cajun Dinner Kits containing Dirty Rice due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today (Dec. 23, 2016). The product may contain peanuts, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.

The Farm to Market Foods Cajun Style Dirty Rice and Turkey Dinner Kits were packaged on 10/27/2016, 11/1/2016, and 11/11/2016. The following products are subject to recall: 

  • 32 ounce trays of Cajun Style Dirty Rice with use/sell by dates of 1/15/2017, 1/17/2017 and 1/30/2017.  The case code is 1982.
  • 32 ounce trays of Cajun Style Dirty Rice within the boxes of Cajun Turkey Dinner kits with use/sell by dates of 1/15/2017, 1/17/2017 and 1/30/2017.  The case code is 1976.

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 950” inside the USDA mark of inspection. The products were shipped to retail locations in Texas.

The problem was discovered on Dec. 22, 2016, when the firm was notified by their supplier that the Worcestershire sauce used in the rice product was being recalled because the sauce may contain peanut. The establishment determined the scope of the recall by tracing the use of the recalled Worcestershire back to the October and November production dates.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.

Consumers or media with questions about the recall can contact Jason Beyer, at (940) 468-7185.

Consumers with food safety questions can “Ask Karen,” the FSIS virtual representative available 24 hours a day at AskKaren.gov or via smartphone at m.askkaren.gov. The toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) is available in English and Spanish and can be reached from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Recorded food safety messages are available 24 hours a day. The online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/reportproblem.

USDA Recall Classifications
Class I This is a health hazard situation where there is a reasonable probability that the use of the product will cause serious, adverse health consequences or death.
Class II This is a health hazard situation where there is a remote probability of adverse health consequences from the use of the product.
Class III This is a situation where the use of the product will not cause adverse health consequences.

Contact:
Congressional and Public Affairs
Jeremy J. Emmert
(202) 720-9113
Press@fsis.usda.gov

Source: USDA

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Currys PC World sets new Boxing Day sales record

  • Over 264,000 visitors to the Currys PC World websites on Boxing Day morning between 09:00 – 10:00
  • Boxing Day sales on mobile devices up 7% YOY

LONDON, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Boxing Day shoppers have set a new record at Currys PC World, with savvy bargain hunters taking to their mobile device to take advantage of online deals.

The UK’s largest electrical retailer has seen a 5% increase in visitors to the site this morning, between 9:00 – 10:00 am, and a 7% increase from customers shopping on their mobile devices so far today, in comparison to Boxing Day 2015. With over 264,000 visitors to the site within the hour between 9:00 – 10:00 am, and the average order value up 5% in comparison to last year, so far deal hunters are snapping up great offers following Christmas.

Christmas Eve also proved a popular time for shoppers with the retailer taking 0.69 orders per second between 10:00 – 11:00am, a 17% increase in the same hour YOY, as customers took advantage of great deals ahead of the big day. Currys PC World also saw shopping on Christmas Day peak online between 9:00 – 10:00pm, with over 148,000 visitors to the site to pick up a great deal post-Christmas dinner from the comfort of their homes.

As well as shoppers picking up great deals on TVs, washing machines, and headphones, household essentials such as toasters, vaccum cleaners and kettles are proving popular hits with consumers. Categories which saw the most growth include action camcorders (up +155% YOY), on-ear headphones (+88% YOY), cordless vacuums (+87% YOY) and gaming peripherals (+56% YOY).

The Top 20 products reserved to be collected in store at Currys PC World so far this Boxing Day are:

  1. Samsung T32E390SX Smart 32″ LED TV
  2. Dyson V6 Animal Cordless Vacuum Cleaner – Purple
  3. LG 43UH620V Smart 4k Ultra HD HDR 43″ LED TV
  4. Russell Hobbs Windsor 22832 4-Slice Toaster – Black
  5. Amazon Fire TV Stick – 8 GB
  6. Beko WM74165W Washing Machine – White
  7. Dyson V6 Animal Cordless Vacuum Cleaner – Purple + Cordless Tool Kit
  8. Lenovo YOGA 510 14″ 2 in 1 – Black
  9. Russell Hobbs Windsor 22822 Jug Kettle – Black
  10. Lenovo IdeaPad 310 15.6″ Laptop – Black
  11. HP Pavilion 15-au185sa 15.6″ Laptop
  12. Samsung Galaxy Tab A 7″ Tablet – 8 GB, Black
  13. Dyson V6 Total Clean Cordless Vacuum Cleaner – Nickel & Red
  14. Samsung HW-K430 4.1 Wireless Sound Bar
  15. Russell Hobbs Windsor 22830 4-Slice Toaster – Cream
  16. Samsung UE49KU6670 Smart 4k Ultra HD HDR 49″ Curved TV
  17. LG 49UH620V Smart 4k Ultra HD HDR 49″ LED TV
  18. Kenwood K25MMS14 Solo Microwave – Silver
  19. Hotpoint WMFUG942GUK washing machine – graphite
  20. Beats by Dr Dre EP Headphones – Black

In addition to the above, the top 20 grossing products across the 24th and 25th December included the GoPro HERO+ LCD action camcorder, the Samsung Smart 32” LED TV, Dyson V6 Animal cordless vacuum, Lenovo Yoga 14” laptop, and Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Bundle

Currys PC World is offering hundreds of deals at lowest ever prices with the sale continuing throughout January. Some of the top deals include:

MODEL WAS NOW SAVING
Samsung 49″ Smart 4k Ultra HD HDR Curved TV £899 £649 – LOWEST EVER PRICE 28%
Samsung 55″ Smart 4k Ultra HD HDR Curved LED TV £1099 £799 – LOWEST EVER PRICE 28%
GoPro Hero+ LCD Action Camcorder – Grey £199 £99.99 – LOWEST EVER PRICE 50%
Samsung HW-K551 3.1 Wireless Sound Bar £349 £219 –  LOWEST EVER PRICE 37%
Samsung Galaxy Tab A 7″ Tablet – 8 GB, Black £129 £89 – LOWEST EVER PRICE 31%
HP Pavilion 15-au181sa i5 15.6″ Laptop (available in white, blue, red, gold and purple) £599 £399 – LOWEST EVER PRICE 33%
HP Pavilion 15-au193sa i7 15.6″ Laptop – Silver £749 £549 – LOWEST EVER PRICE 27%
HP Envy 5541 AIO Wireless Printer with up to a year of Instant Ink £119 £59 – LOWEST EVER PRICE 50%
Samsung ecobubble WF80F5E2W4X Washing Machine (Graphite or White) £599 £399 33%
Dyson V8 Animal Cordless Vacuum Cleaner – Nickel, Iron & Titanium £449 £369 18%
LG 43″ Smart 4k Ultra HD HDR LED TV £549 £349 36%
LG 49″ Smart 4k Ultra HD HDR LED TV £699 £429 39%

For the best sale offers head to www.currys.co.uk/sale and www.pcworld.co.uk/sale, or visit your local store on Boxing Day.

Notes to editors

*Store times will vary according to location – please check your local store online for details: http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/s/find-a-store.html

Currys PC World 2016 Predicted Christmas Top Sellers:

  1. Google Chromecast
  2. Apple Watch 2.0
  3. Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer
  4. Amazon Echo & Amazon Echo Dot
  5. FUJIFILM Instax Mini 8 Instant Camera & 10 Shot Bundle
  6. NIKON KeyMission 360 Action Camcorder
  7. Oculus Rift
  8. TILE Gen 2 Bluetooth Tracker
  9. PROPEL Star Wars X Wing Starfighter Drone with Controller
  10. HP Spectre 13-v050na Core i5 Laptop
  11. Fitbit Charge 2
  12. STAR WARS Portable Wireless Speakers (available in C-3PO, Storm Trooper & Darth Vader)
  13. GOJI COLLECTION Wireless Bluetooth Headphones – Rose Gold
  14. KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM150PSBCL Stand Mixer
  15. SONY MDR-XB650BT Wireless Bluetooth Headphones
  16. Crosley Cruiser Portable Turntable
  17. Go Pro Hero 5
  18. SAMSUNG UE55KS9000 Smart 4k Ultra HD HDR 55” Curved LED TV
  19. Sony XP5 Megasound
  20. Polaroid Snap Instant camera
  21. Ninja Nutri Ninja BL480 Blender
  22. Nespresso Prodigio
  23. Lenovo all in one PC
  24. Dell XPS 13-9350 Laptop

About Dixons Carphone

Dixons Carphone plc is Europe’s leading specialist electrical and telecommunications retailer and services company, employing over 42,000 people in eleven countries.

Focused on helping customers navigate the connected world, Dixons Carphone offers a comprehensive range of electrical and mobile products, connectivity and expert after-sales services from the Geek Squad and Knowhow.

Dixons Carphone’s primary brands include Carphone Warehouse and CurrysPCWorld in the UK & Ireland, Elkjøp, Elkjøp Phonehouse, Elgiganten, Elgiganten Phonehouse, Gigantti and Lefdal in the Nordic countries, Kotsovolos in Greece, Dixons Travel in a number of UK & Ireland airports and Phone House in Spain. Our key service brands include Knowhow in the UK, Ireland and the Nordics, and Geek Squad in the UK, Ireland and Spain.

Business-to-business (B2B) services are provided through Connected World Services, PC World Business and Carphone Warehouse Business. Connected World Services aims to leverage the Group’s existing expertise, operating processes and technology to provide a range of services to businesses.

Dixons Carphone was voted ‘Retailer of the Year’ at the Retail Week Awards 2016.

Contact:

Dixons Retail switchboard on 0844 800 2030
Carphone Warehouse switchboard on 0370 111 6565

Source: Dixons Carphone

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Coop übernimmt APERTO-Gruppe

BASEL, SWITZERLAND, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ausbau der Kompetenzen im Convenience-Bereich

Die Basler Detailhändlerin übernimmt per Anfang Januar 2017 die schweizerische APERTO-Gruppe. Mit dieser Akquisition verstärkt Coop ihre Position im Detailhandel. APERTO verfügt über attraktive Standorte in der ganzen Schweiz und hat eine starke Stellung im Convenience-Markt. Bisher war APERTO im Besitz der Hofer Holding AG und der Villars Holding SA.

«APERTO ist mit ihren Convenience-Shops sehr interessant für uns», erklärt Joos Sutter, Vorsitzender der Geschäftsleitung der Coop-Gruppe. «Ich freue mich auf unsere neuen Mitarbeitenden und die attraktiven Verkaufsstellen in den Bahnhöfen, die unser Angebot optimal ergänzen.»

Coop erwirbt mit der APERTO-Gruppe ein Unternehmen, das mit Bahnhof- und Tankstellenshops an zahlreichen Standorten in der ganzen Schweiz präsent ist. Die Bahnhof-Standorte sind für Coop von besonderer Bedeutung. Die Tankstellen-Shops werden 2017 an die Oel-Pool AG übertragen, welche die zugehörigen Tankstellen betreibt.

Kontakt:

Urs Meier
Leiter Medienstelle
Tel. +41 61 336 71 10

Ramón Gander
Mediensprecher
Tel. +41 61 336 71 67

Andrea Bergmann
Mediensprecherin
Tel. +41 61 336 67 37

Source: Coop

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EINKAUFSZENTRUM NEUWIESEN WINTERTHUR: MIGROS RICHTET PROVISORIEN FÜR UMBAU EIN

EINKAUFSZENTRUM NEUWIESEN WINTERTHUR,MIGROS, RICHTET PROVISORIEN FÜR UMBAU EIN

 

Gossau, Switzerland, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Die Migros Ostschweiz startet am 3. Januar 2017 mit den Arbeiten zur Einrichtung ihrer provisorischen Ladenflächen im Einkaufszentrum Neuwiesen in Winterthur. Diese werden bis 3. April 2017 fertiggestellt.

Die Migros Ostschweiz wird im Rahmen des Gesamtumbaus des Einkaufszentrums Neuwiesen in Winterthur ihre Ladenflächen, die 2002 letztmals erneuert wurden, neu organisieren und modernisieren. Die Arbeiten der Migros Ostschweiz starten mit dem Erstellen der provisorischen Ladenflächen des Migros-Supermarkts und des melectronics-Fachmarkts am 3. Januar 2017 auf der Supermarktfläche im Erdgeschoss. Während der gesamten Umbauzeit sind ab dem 2. Januar 2017 die bedienten Theken für Charcuterie und Käse im Supermarkt geschlossen, es steht aber eine grosszügige Auswahl der beliebtesten Produkte aus diesen Bereichen an den gekühlten Selbstbedienungstheken zur Verfügung. Ab dem 9. Januar 2017 ist das Obergeschoss des Migros-Supermarkts nur noch über das Treppenhaus, den Lift und die Rolltreppe in der Mall zugänglich, das Rollband im Laden selbst ist ab diesem Zeitpunkt ausser Betrieb.

Attraktives Einkaufs- und Verpflegungs-Angebot auch während der Bauzeit

Das Obergeschoss des Supermarkts und der melectronics-Fachmarkt haben am 1. April 2017 das letzte Mal geöffnet. Am 3. April wird das Supermarkt-Provisorium mit integriertem melectronics-Angebot auf der bestehenden Fläche des Supermarkts im Erdgeschoss in Betrieb genommen, ab dem 18. April befindet sich dort auch die Blumenabteilung. Während der Bauzeit stehen der Kundschaft attraktive Sortimente für den täglichen Bedarf zur Verfügung. Das Migros-Restaurant im Obergeschoss schliesst ebenfalls am 1. April. Der Migros Take-Away im Erdgeschoss wird daher ab 3. April über Mittag zusätzlich eine kleine Menu-Auswahl anbieten, für den Verzehr vor Ort wird eigens für die Bauzeit ein kleiner Gastraum realisiert.

Gesamteröffnung voraussichtlich im Herbst 2019

Die eigentlichen Bauarbeiten beginnen nach Eröffnung der provisorischen Geschäfte Anfang April 2017. Verläuft alles nach Plan, können der Migros-Supermarkt, das Migros-Restaurant und der Do it + Garden Migros mit integriertem Micasa-Home-Angebot im Spätsommer 2018 eröffnet werden. Der melectronics-Fachmarkt bezieht bis zur für den Sommer 2019 geplanten Eröffnung im zweiten Obergeschoss einen weiteren provisorischen Standort. Mit der Eröffnung des neuen Migros-Restaurants schliesst der Take-Away Migros im Erdgeschoss. Sich unterwegs zu verpflegen bleibt aber weiterhin möglich, da bis zur Eröffnung des  neuen Migros Take-Away im September 2019 alle Speisen im Migros-Restaurant auch zum Mitnehmen angeboten werden. Im September 2019 sollten auch alle anderen Bauarbeiten im Einkaufszentrum Neuwiesen abgeschlossen sein.

Kommunikation:

Name: Silke Seichter
Abteilung: Genossenschaft Migros Ostschweiz
Industriestrasse 47
9201 Gossau
TEL: 071 493 24 50
FAX: 071 493 27 89
E-MAIL: silke.seichter@gmos.ch

Source: Migros

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Starbucks introduces new Tuxedo Beverage Collection

Starbucks introduces new Tuxedo Beverage Collection

 

Seattle, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — It’s almost time to ring in 2017! This year, Starbucks customers can do it in style with the new Starbucks® Tuxedo Beverage Collection.

The Starbucks® Tuxedo Beverage Collection is a trio of handcrafted beverages featuring silky swirls of dark and white chocolatey topping. From now through January 1, customers can choose from a Tuxedo Mocha, Tuxedo Hot Chocolate or Tuxedo Frappuccino® blended beverage at participating Starbucks® stores in the U.S. and Canada.

Tuxedo Mocha: Hot espresso is poured over mocha sauce and white chocolate mocha sauce, which is then melted into a wonderfully rich concoction. Steamed milk is added to the mix to balance the richness into a silky swirl of dark and white chocolatey goodness. The beverage is topped with whipped cream and mocha drizzle on half of the whipped cream – for a black and white tuxedo effect – and is finished with a sprinkle of dark chocolate curls. Customers can enjoy it hot or iced.

Tuxedo Hot Chocolate: Mocha sauce and white chocolate mocha sauce are combined with steamed milk to create dark and white chocolatey swirls. It’s topped with whipped cream and mocha drizzle, and is finished with a sprinkle of dark chocolate curls.

Tuxedo Mocha Frappuccino Blended Beverage: A combination of mocha sauce, white chocolate mocha sauce, Frappuccino® roast coffee, milk and ice blended together and topped with whipped cream and mocha drizzle and finished with a sprinkle of dark chocolate curls.

This celebratory Starbucks® Tuxedo Beverage Collection won’t last long. It’s only available through January 1, 2017.

Media contact:

Global
Phone: 206 318 7100
Email: press@starbucks.com

Source: Starbucks

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Tesco launches its biggest ever New Year Sale event from 26 December 2016 to 22 January 2017

CHESHUNT, England, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tesco is set to launch its biggest ever New Year Sale event in nearly 900 stores and online with fantastic deals for customers on over 2,000 products. The sale will include up to half price on home and electrical ranges.

Customers are set to benefit from extra special deals running from 26 December 2016 to Sunday 22 January 2017.

Top deals will include:

  • £130.00 off Dyson DC39 Multifloor Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner (now £189.00– promotion ends 16 January 2017)
  • £80.00 off Philips Airfryer Black (now £69.00 – promotion ends 16 January 2017)
  • £60.50 off NESCAFE Dolce Gusto Jovia Manual Coffee Machine by De’Longhi (now £29.00 – promotion ends 16 January 2017)
  • £30.00 off Sharp 43 Inch LC-43CFE6131K Smart Full HD 1080p LED TV with Freeview HD (now £219.00 – promotion ends 28 January 2017)
  • £30.00 off Sony KD43X8305CBU 43 Inch Smart 3D WiFi Built In Ultra HD 4k LED TV with Freeview HD (now £449.00 – promotion ends 28 January 2017)
  • £20.00 off Vax C85-P5-Pe Cylinder Vacuum (now £69.00 – promotion ends 16 January 2017)

There will also be over 200 half price products including:

  • Pyrex 9 Piece Prep Cook & Store Set (now £30.00)
  • Tefal Non Stick Riveted 2pk Frying Pans (20/28cm) (now £17.50)
  • Russell Hobbs Henley Kettle (now £14.50)
  • Silentnight DuPont Memory Foam AA pillow (now £13.00)
  • Silentnight cosy nights 2 pack rolled pillow (now £7.50)

Matt Davies, UK & ROI CEO of Tesco, said:

“We know our customers enjoy shopping for bargains in our Boxing Day and January sales, so we’re holding our biggest New Year Sale event yet, offering extra special deals from 26 December onwards in store and online.”

We are a team of 480,000 in 11 markets dedicated to serving shoppers a little better every day.

For more information please contact the Tesco Press Office on 01707 918 701

Source: Tesco

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Glenmorangie launches exclusive collection of vintage single malt whiskies, Bond House No 1

Glenmorangie launches exclusive collection of vintage single malt whiskies, Bond House No 1

 

Paris, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Glenmorangie has launched Bond House No 1, an exclusive collection of vintage single malt whiskies. The inaugural expression of the collection, Grand Vintage Malt 1990, tells the story of a memorable year in the history of the Distillery.

Glenmorangie’s continual quest for excellence in crafting and ageing whisky has inspired the creation of a collection of vintage whiskies that blend tradition and innovation. Created for connoisseurs and collectors, the collection celebrates the most prestigious aged whisky.

The first release in the collection is Grand Vintage Malt 1990, a memorable year for Glenmorangie. It was in 1990 that Warehouse No 1, where the Distillery’s casks of maturing spirit were kept, was transformed into a majestic still house, renowned today for having the tallest stills in Scotland.

The year 1990 was also known for a barley harvest that proved problematic for whisky makers. Despite the challenges, Glenmorangie nurtured the spirit to create a whisky defined by its elegance and overflowing with floral and fruity aromas. Aged for 25 years in ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, the vintage is the first expression of a collection that will be joined by other unique single malt whiskies in the years ahead.

Find out more here.

Excessive drinking may damage your health. Please drink responsibly.

Contact:

LVMH Moët Hennessy – Louis Vuitton
22, avenue Montaigne, 75008 Paris – France
Tel: +33 (0)1 44 13 22 22
Fax: +33 (0)1 44 13 22 23

Source: LVMH

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Fundación EROSKI forma a cerca de 65.000 escolares en hábitos de alimentación y vida saludables durante este primer trimestre escolar

Fundación EROSKI forma a cerca de 65.000 escolares en hábitos de alimentación y vida saludables durante este primer trimestre escolar

 

  • El 5% de los centros escolares de Educación Primaria de España han participado en el programa en este primer trimestre del curso
  • La iniciativa, desarrollada en colaboración con centros escolares de toda España, busca sensibilizar a los estudiantes sobre la importancia de tener una alimentación equilibrada y un estilo de vida saludable
  • Este curso se han incorporado talleres impartidos por cocineros del Basque Culinary Center (BCC) y visitas a nuevos productores agroalimentarios

ELORRIO,España, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Cerca de 65.000 escolares de toda España han participado durante el primer trimestre escolar en la V edición del Programa Educativo en Alimentación y Hábitos de Vida Saludables (PEAHS), que desarrolla la Escuela de Alimentación de la Fundación EROSKI. El 5% de los centros escolares de Educación Primaria españoles han tomado parte ya en esta nueva edición del programa.

“Estamos muy satisfechos con los resultados del programa. En un único trimestre hemos conseguido ya un registro de escolares que supone más del 50% de los niños y niñas registrados durante todo el curso 2015-2016. Desde la puesta en marcha del programa, el número de escuelas interesadas en participar no ha dejado de crecer”, señala el director de la Fundación EROSKI, Alejandro Martínez Berriochoa.

Desde la Fundación EROSKI, conscientes del crecimiento de la tasa de obesidad infantil, debido principalmente a las nuevas costumbres de alimentación y a las actuales rutinas de ocio de los más pequeños, pusieron en marcha en 2013 este programa educativo dirigido a los centros escolares para promover la alimentación y los hábitos de vida saludables. Desde entonces, más de 250.000 escolares de Primaria de 2.000 centros escolares han participado en él.

El objetivo primordial del programa es sensibilizar a los estudiantes sobre la importancia de tener una alimentación equilibrada y seguir un estilo de vida saludable.

Los colegios interesados en participar en el PEAHS durante el curso 2016-2017 pueden inscribirse a través de www.escueladealimentacion.es o en el teléfono de atención 94 607 28 41.

Nuevo taller en colaboración con el Basque Culinary Center

El PEAHS ha sido configurado por un Comité Científico formado por profesionales de diferentes disciplinas: medicina y pediatría, nutrición y dietética, psicopedagogía y pedagogía. El programa, dirigido a estudiantes de Primaria, cuenta con diez sesiones didácticas que se desarrollan en el aula. Y se completa con talleres prácticos. Los alumnos aprenden a realizar una compra saludable en una tienda EROSKI y tienen la oportunidad de visitar las instalaciones de un productor agroalimentario local, para conocer de primera mano el origen de los alimentos.

“Este año incorporamos como novedad un taller en colaboración con cocineros del Basque Culinary Center en el que los estudiantes cocinan un menú equilibrado y se convierten en chefs por un día. También se han unido al programa nuevos proveedores agroalimentarios. El pasado curso se realizaron más de 1.300 talleres, que contaron con la participación de 31.300 escolares”, ha explicado Martínez Berriochoa.

Los contenidos del programa forman al alumnado  sobre los elementos básicos de una alimentación equilibrada, hábitos de vida saludables, el conocimiento de los productos locales, diferentes realidades de la nutrición en el mundo y la sostenibilidad del planeta. Unicef, WWF, la Fundación Española del Corazón y el Basque Culinary Center son colaboradores de la Escuela de Alimentación y han elaborado parte de los contenidos del programa educativo.

Reconocimientos a la promoción de hábitos saludables

El programa formativo de Fundación EROSKI para promover una alimentación más saludable cuenta con numerosos reconocimientos, entre ellos, el premio NAOS del Ministerio de Sanidad y Consumo, y el premio “El Chupete” por la calidad creativa de este programa y los valores que transmite al público infantil.

Durante el pasado curso 2015-2016, el programa siguió recibiendo nuevos galardones como el “Premio Ciudadanos” en la categoría de Salud y Calidad de Vida, y el sello Gosasun, concedido por la Agencia de Innovación Vasca.

Datos de contacto con el Departamento de Comunicación:
944 158 642
comunicacion@eroski.es

Source: Eroski

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Luxottica Group announces the renewal of exclusive eyewear license agreement with Ralph Lauren Corporation

Milan (Italy), 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Luxottica Group (MTA: LUX; NYSE: LUX) today (December 22, 2016) announced the renewal of an exclusive license agreement with Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE: RL) for the development, production and worldwide distribution of sunglasses and prescription frames under certain Ralph Lauren brands, including Polo and Ralph Lauren. The ten-year agreement will extend to March 31, 2027, subject to the terms and conditions therein.

Luxottica Group S.p.A.
Luxottica is a leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of fashion, luxury and sports eyewear. Its portfolio includes proprietary brands such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Vogue Eyewear, Persol, Oliver Peoples and Alain Mikli, as well as licensed brands including Giorgio Armani, Burberry, Bulgari, Chanel, Coach, Dolce&Gabbana, Michael Kors, Prada, Ralph Lauren, Tiffany & Co. and Versace. The Group’s global wholesale distribution network covers more than 150 countries and is complemented by an extensive retail network of over 7,400 stores, with LensCrafters and Pearle Vision in North America, OPSM and LensCrafters in Asia-Pacific, GMO in Latin America and Sunglass Hut worldwide. In 2015, Luxottica posted net sales of approximately Euro 9 billion and approximately 79,000 employees. Additional information on the Group is available at www.luxottica.com.

Safe Harbor Statement
Certain statements in this press release may constitute “forward-looking statements” as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those which are anticipated. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the ability to manage the effects of the current uncertain international economic outlook, the ability to successfully acquire and integrate new businesses, the ability to predict future economic conditions and changes to consumer preferences, the ability to successfully introduce and market new products, the ability to maintain an efficient distribution network, the ability to set and achieve our business objectives and manage growth, the ability to negotiate and maintain favorable license agreements, the availability of correction alternatives to prescription eyeglasses, fluctuations in exchange rates, changes in local conditions, the ability to protect intellectual property, the ability to maintain relationships with those hosting our stores, any failure of information technology, inventory and other asset-related risks, credit risk on our accounts, insurance risks, changes in tax laws as well as other political, economic, legal and technological factors and other risks and uncertainties described in Luxottica Group’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date hereof, and we do not assume any obligation to update them.

Contacts:
Luxottica Group
Alessandra Senici
Group Investor Relations and Corporate Communications Director
Tel.: +39 (02) 8633 4870
Email: InvestorRelations@luxottica.com
http://www.luxottica.com/en/investors/contacts

Marco Catalani
Group Corporate Media Relations Senior Manager
Tel.: +39 (02) 8633 4470
Email: marco.catalani@luxottica.com

Source: Luxottica Group

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Casino announces offer to acquire for cash all outstanding ordinary shares of Cnova

Paris, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Casino, Guichard-Perrachon S.A. (“Casino”) today (December 27, 2016) announced that it has commenced an offer to acquire for cash all outstanding ordinary shares of Cnova, nominal value €0.05 per share (“Cnova ordinary shares”), in the United States (the “U.S. Offer”). Pursuant to the U.S. Offer, Casino is offering to acquire all outstanding Cnova ordinary shares held by holders of Cnova ordinary shares resident in the United States (“U.S. holders”) for $5.50 per share, net to the holder in cash, without interest, less any applicable withholding taxes (the “U.S. Offer Price”). The U.S. Offer is being made pursuant and subject to the terms contained in the offer to purchase (the “Offer to Purchase”) and related letter of transmittal (the “Letter of Transmittal”), to be filed by Casino with the U.S. Securities Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) later today as exhibits to a tender offer statement on Schedule TO.

Casino has filed a concurrent offer in France with the French Autorité des marches financiers (AMF) (the “French Offer” and, together with the U.S. Offer, the “Offers”). The price to be paid pursuant to the French Offer will be an equivalent amount in euros calculated using the WM/Reuters spot exchange rate for euros per U.S. dollar at 5:00 p.m. Paris time on the first French business day following expiration of the French Offer. Information relating to the French Offer is available on the website of the AMF (www.amf-france.org), Casino (www.groupe-casino.fr) and Cnova (www.cnova.com).

The U.S. Offer may only be accepted by and is solely open to U.S. holders. Non-U.S. holders of Cnova ordinary shares who are permitted to participate in the French Offer pursuant to the local laws and regulations applicable to those holders may tender their Cnova ordinary shares only into the French Offer.

The U.S. Offer will expire at 5:00 PM, New York City time, on Wednesday, January 25, 2017 (the “Expiration Date”), unless Casino elects to extend the period of time during which the U.S. Offer is open, in which event the Expiration Date shall be the latest time and date at which the U.S. Offer, as extended, expires. Casino intends that the U.S. Offer and the French Offer will expire on the same day.

The Offers are made in connection with the reorganization of Cnova’s former Brazilian subsidiary within Via Varejo S.A., which was completed on October 31, 2016 (the “Reorganization” and, together with the Offers, the “Transactions”). The Cnova transaction committee and Cnova board of directors fully support the Offers and recommend that holders of Cnova ordinary shares accept the Offer and tender their Cnova ordinary shares.

Casino believes the U.S. Offer is attractive to holders of Cnova ordinary shares because, among other things, the price to be paid in the Offers implies a premium of:

 82% over the closing price for Cnova ordinary shares on NASDAQ on April 27, 2016 of US$3.03, the trading day immediately prior to the first public reports of the potential offer;

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 105% over the average closing price for Cnova ordinary shares on NASDAQ on trading days for the six-month period ended May 11, 2016.

The U.S. Offer is not subject to any conditions and pursuant to an agreement between Casino and Cnova, Casino may not withdraw the U.S. Offer.

Disclaimer This press release was prepared solely for information purposes and should not be construed as a solicitation or an offer to buy or sell securities or related financial instruments. Similarly, it does not give and should not be treated as giving investment advice. It has no connection with the investment objectives, financial situation or specific needs of any recipient. No representation or warranty, either express or implicit, is provided in relation to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of the information contained herein. It should not be regarded by recipients as a substitute for exercise of their own judgment. All opinions expressed herein are subject to change without notice.

This document contains certain forward-looking statements. This information is not historical data and should not be interpreted as guarantees of the future occurrence of such facts and data. These statements are based on data, assumptions and estimates that the Group believes are reasonable. The Group operates in a competitive and rapidly changing environment. It is therefore not in a position to predict all of the risks, uncertainties or other factors that may affect its business, their potential impact on its business, or the extent to which the occurrence of a risk or a combination of risks could have results that are significantly different from those included in any forward-looking statement. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are made only as of the date hereof. Except as required by any applicable law, rules or regulations, the Group expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to publicly release any updates of any forward looking statements contained in this press release to reflect any change in its expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any forward-looking statement contained in this press release is based

ANALYST AND INVESTOR CONTACTS:
Régine GAGGIOLI
Tel: +33 (0)1 53 65 64 17
rgaggioli@groupe-casino.fr
+33 (0)1 53 65 24 17
IR_Casino@groupe-casino.fr

PRESS CONTACTS:
GROUPE CASINO
Tél : +33 (0)1 53 65 24 78
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AGENCE IMAGE SEPT:
Simon ZAKS
Tél : +33 (0)6 60 87 50 29
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Tél : + 33 (0)6 11 59 23 26
kallouis@image7.fr

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ShopRite launches new private label line of free-from and organic products — Wholesome Pantry

Keasbey, NJ, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — ShopRite has announced the launch of Wholesome Pantry, a new private label line of free-from and organic products available exclusively at all of its more than 270 stores located in New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Maryland, Delaware and Pennsylvania.

The new brand, marketed as Wholesome Pantry and Wholesome Pantry Organic, is designed as an accessible alternative for customers seeking cleaner ingredients and simpler labeling.  Wholesome Pantry’s free-from line includes products void of 110 ingredients and contains no artificial additives, flavors or preservatives. The organic line is USDA-certified organic and complies with standards set by the USDA National Organic Program.

The Wholesome Pantry lineup includes products found in nearly every aisle, including frozen, produce, dairy, and meat, along with more than 35 wholesome snack varieties, such as Almond Energy Mix and Organic Banana Chips. Over 100 Wholesome Pantry items are available on shelves now, with that number expected to triple in the coming months. The products are also available to customers who shop online via ShopRite’s popular ShopRite from Home service.

“We know there’s a growing demand for simple foods that are free from artificial ingredients, and we also know that our customers want these foods to be accessible and convenient,” said Chris Lane, executive vice president, Wakefern Food Corp. “With Wholesome Pantry on our shelves, we can offer products that embrace the free-from and organic food trends, and deliver the exceptional quality our customers trust and expect from ShopRite.”

A multi-tiered marketing campaign, in-store signage and shelf-talkers will inform shoppers about the new brand. In addition, the retailer is working with the company’s team of over 130 in-store dietitians to host demonstrations and provide product suggestions and recipes featuring Wholesome Pantry items.

ShopRite first began offering organic items in 1999. Wholesome Pantry is its newest entry into ShopRite’s ever-increasing portfolio of better-for-you products.

“Supporting customers with their individual health and wellness needs is a top priority at ShopRite,” said Natalie Menza-Crowe, MS, RD, director of ShopRite’s Health and Wellness department. “We’re proud to offer Wholesome Pantry as an option that allows our customers to eat well and feel good about the products they are serving their family.”

Visit ShopRite.com/wholesomepantry for more information about Wholesome Pantry.

About ShopRite
ShopRite is the registered trademark of Wakefern Food Corp., a retailer-owned cooperative based in Keasbey, NJ, and the largest supermarket cooperative in the United States.  With more than 270 ShopRite supermarkets located throughout New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Delaware and Maryland, ShopRite serves more than six million customers each week.  A long-time supporter of key community efforts, ShopRite is dedicated to fighting hunger in the communities it serves.  Through its ShopRite Partners In Caring program, ShopRite has donated more than $39 million to 1,700 worthy charities and food banks since the program began in 1999.  For more information, please visit www.ShopRite.com.

PR Contacts:

Karen O’Shea
Communications Specialist
Email: karen.oshea@wakefern.com
Phone: 732-906-5932
Fax: 732-906-5160

Karen Meleta
Vice President
Consumer and Corporate Communications
Email: Karen.meleta@wakefern.com
Phone: 732-906-5356

Source: ShopRite

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Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. to host 4Q 2016 conference call on Thursday, February 2, 2017

DENVER, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) today (Dec. 22, 2016) announced that it will host a conference call to discuss fourth quarter and full year 2016 financial results on Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 4:30 PM Eastern time. A press release with fourth quarter and full year 2016 financial results will be issued at approximately 4:10 PM Eastern time that same day.

The conference call can be accessed live over the phone by dialing 1-888-791-4326 or for international callers by dialing 1-913-905-3216. The call will also be webcast live from the Company’s website on the investor relations page at ir.chipotle.com. An archived webcast will be available approximately one hour after the end of the call.

ABOUT CHIPOTLE
Steve Ells, Founder, Chairman and CEO, started Chipotle with the idea that food served fast did not have to be a typical fast food experience. Today, Chipotle continues to offer a focused menu of burritos, tacos, burrito bowls, and salads made from fresh, high-quality raw ingredients, prepared using classic cooking methods and served in an interactive style allowing people to get exactly what they want. Chipotle seeks out extraordinary ingredients that are not only fresh, but that are raised responsibly, with respect for the animals, land, and people who produce them. Chipotle prepares its food using whole, unprocessed ingredients and without the use of added colors, flavors or other additives typically found in fast food. Chipotle opened with a single restaurant in Denver in 1993 and now operates more than 2,200 restaurants. For more information, visit Chipotle.com.

Contact:
Mark Alexee
303-605-1042
malexee@chipotle.com

Source: Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.

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Southeastern Mills, Inc. recalls certain food ingredients and food mixes that are potentially contaminated with Salmonella

Rome, GA, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Southeastern Mills, Inc. is initiating a voluntary recall of certain quantities of food ingredients and branded food mixes (Southeastern Mills® Biscuit Gravy Mix, Southeastern Mills® Country Biscuit Mix, Southeastern Mills® Buttermilk Drop Biscuit Mix, Southeastern Mills® Easy Drop Cheddar Garlic Drop Biscuit Mix, Shore Lunch® Original Breading and Shore Lunch® Cajun Style Breading) because these ingredients and food mixes contain milk or buttermilk powder purchased from Valley Milk Products, Inc. that is potentially contaminated with Salmonella.

Salmonella is one of the most common causes of food poisoning in the United States. This organism can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. Salmonella is killed by proper cooking and pasteurization.

The recalled food ingredients are sold by Southeastern Mills to other food manufacturers and further processed into finished foods sold in various food distribution channels. Southeastern Mills is contacting affected customers directly and providing them with complete details of the items impacted. It is noted that the customer may not need to recall if they have a cooking step validated to kill Salmonella.

The following branded food mixes are also affected by the recall:

Brand and Product Name Size >UPC Best By Date
Southeastern Mills Biscuit Gravy
Mix		 4.5 oz. 0-70292-15326-5 6/10/17
7/12/17
5/17/17
Southeastern Mills Country
Biscuit Mix		 6 oz. 0-70292-15157-5 9/28/17
8/9/17
Southeastern Mills Biscuit Gravy
Mix		 2.75 oz. 0-70292-16154-3 5/19/17
Southeastern Mills Buttermilk
Drop Biscuit Mix		 7.4 oz. 0-70292-18356-9 8/16/17
Southeastern Mills Easy Drop
Cheddar Garlic Biscuit Mix		 7 oz. 0-70292-17840-4 10/11/17
8/23/17
8/30/17
8/8/17
7/26/17
8/12/17
9/2/17
Shore Lunch Original Recipe
Breading Mix		 9 oz. 0-24739-11000-7 1/27/18
2/3/18
12/27/17
2/22/18
1/13/18
1/20/18
4/18/18
1/19/18
Shore Lunch Cajun Style
Breading Mix		 9 oz. 0-24739-15000-3 1/28/18
12/15/17
1/22/18
12/20/17

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged to discontinue use and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company by calling 1-800-334-4468, 8 am – 5 pm EST daily or by e-mailing fda@semills.com.

Southeastern Mills takes food safety very seriously. Parties with questions may contact the company at 1-800-334-4468 from 8 am – 5 pm EST daily or fda@semills.com.

Consumers Contact:
Joshua Jones
jjones@semills.com
(706) 378-1493

Media Contact:
George Manak
gmanak@semills.com
(706) 252-5651

Source: FDA

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BESTSELLER Rømerhus opens spring 2017

BRANDE, Denmark, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — In the coming spring, we will open the doors to BESTSELLER Rømerhus in the centre of Aarhus.

Rømerhus was established in 1895 at one of the most attractive locations in Aarhus. Over the years, the property has been the home of several clothing stores and specialty shops and has always had a touch of style to it.

Since BESTSELLER bought the building in 2011, it has undergone extensive renovation and now impresses with its original architecture, the finest choice of materials and the latest technology. BESTSELLER Rømerhus is a house that oozes quality and excellent craftsmanship in every single detail with carefully thought out solutions in all aspects of the restoration.

BESTSELLER Rømerhus is a new milestone in terms of how we think retail; it all evolves around inspiration, trends and a close dialogue with customers. Elements of art and lifestyle will dominate the store and will add warmth and personality to the otherwise tight design concept. We want customers to enter Rømerhus to buy our collections – but also to get a unique experience.

When we reach the opening date, our two floors will reflect the best we have to offer from our brands. The lower floor facing Aaboulevarden will host Café Römer, and the upper three floors will be housing office facilities.

Welcome to BESTSELLER Rømerhus.

Source: Bestseller