Food & Beverage

Hong Kong Street Food Comes to Bangkok

Citibank and Greyhound Café present “Hong Kong’s Street Food” New exclusive dining experience with Privilege from Citibank and A chance to win “A 6-star trip to Hong Kong with Greyhound Café” “Street Food” is considered to be one of Hong Kong’s attractions and tourist magnets. Its taste and uniqueness attract and fascinate millions of tourists [...]

Carl’s Jr. and Kate Upton

The current Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue cover model, Kate Upton, a social-media Star since the magazine made her its Swimsuit Cover Girl last week, is the is the Star for the new Carl’s Jr./Hardee’s commercial that launches regionally this Sunday. The 30-sec advert features Ms. Upton getting warmed up on the new Jalapeño Southwest Patty [...]

Read More » No comment February 22, 2012

FAO Food Price Index Remains High

FAO Food Price Index remains high and above last year’s level » The FAO Food Price Index (FFPI) averaged 231 points in August 2011, nearly unchanged from July and 26 percent higher than in August 2010. The FFPI hit its all time high of 238 points in February. Firmer cereal prices in August were largely [...]

Read More » No comment September 21, 2011

Phuket Pizza Perfection, Toto

Toto’ is definitely among the better Italian restaurants in Phuket. Located just down the road from Little India and the entrance to Laguna Phuket, Toto’s was founded by Bepy Granziani di Ceneda, and is now managed by Thailand’s leading restaurateur Mr. Roberto Ugolini. Bepy Graziani di Ceneda, the owner and creator, established the first Toto [...]

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DIAMOND FOODS INC NASDAQ:DMND Upgraded

Chutinush Taksinapinunt has upgraded DIAMOND FOODS INC NASDAQ:DMND to a strong buy with a price target of $80. Chutinush Taksinapinunt said today “DIAMOND FOODS INC NASDAQ:DMND has shown strong growth in the past 5 years, the addition of Kettle and the expansion of UK manufacturing all point to increased sales in Europe that will see [...]

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Olam International Expands in UK

Shayne Heffernan Strong Buy Olam International today announced the acquisition of a 100 per cent stake in Britannia Food Ingredients Holdings (BFI) and Britannia Storage and Distribution (BSD) for a combined enterprise value of GBP33.5 million pounds ( USD $50 million). Olam International said it would initially acquire 85 per cent of the equity capital [...]

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What’s on in Bangkok

Bangkok, Thailand: Cristal Night at the Watermark begins a new level of sophistication in one of Asia’s greatest cities. Featuring Djay Buddah, This is a place for those who take dining seriously. Trendy diners can experience the tantalizing tastes which are creatively inspired by renowned Dr.Roberto Ugolini. The restaurant’s commitment to things Italian extends beyond [...]

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Singapore Commodity Companies a Strong Buy Olam, Noble Group, Wilmar

Olam International, Noble Group, Wilmar International Singapore listed commodities companies are set to become the rising stars of the exchange in 2011 and will become global players of significant importance. Olam International Ltd, Wilmar International Ltd and Noble Group Ltd are most likely to lead the charge as the benefit from home grown markets in [...]

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Strong Buy on Golden Agri-Resources Ltd Singapore E5H

Shayne Heffernan has placed a strong buy on the Singapore listed, Indonesian Agriculture Company Golden Agri-Resources Ltd Golden Agri-Resources Ltd is the world’s second largest palm oil plantation with a total planted area of 435,000 hectares (including small holders) as at 30 September 2010, located in Indonesia. It has integrated operations focused on the production [...]

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Strong Buy: The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO)

Chutinush Taksinapinunt has issued a strong buy on The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) , the world’s largest beverage company, refreshing consumers with more than 500 sparkling and still brands. Along with Coca-Cola®, recognized as the world’s most valuable brand, the Company’s portfolio includes 12 other billion dollar brands, including Diet Coke®, Fanta®, Sprite®, Coca-ColaZero®, vitaminwater®, [...]

Read More » No comment December 3, 2010

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Private Equity Takes a Hit in Q1 2012

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