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The 2021 International Winemakers Summit Honors the Contributions of Diverse Winemakers Around the World

Posted on February 5, 2021 by GFDI Team

Winemaking is a centuries-old profession originating in Old World France and yet, in 2021 little is still known about the rapidly increasing growth of diversity in the industry. With an estimated 80,000 wineries worldwide, the U.S. is 4th in the … Continue reading →

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Specialty Food Association To Hold Fancy Food Show September 27-29, 2021

Posted on January 26, 2021 by VSheree

Modified Version of Summer Fancy Food Show Set for Javits Center, New York City The Specialty Food Association (SFA) has scheduled its sole in-person trade show for 2021. Set for September 27-29, it will be known as the Fancy Food Show … Continue reading →

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Glancy Wine Education Foundation Announces Game-Changing Donation from Wine Spectator Scholarship Foundation

Posted on January 24, 2021 by GFDI Team

The $100,000 contribution will fund scholarships for more than 30 students in need. The Glancy Wine Education Foundation is pleased to announce a charitable contribution in the amount of $100,000 from the Wine Spectator Scholarship Foundation to provide financial aid to disadvantaged and minority … Continue reading →

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100+ Women-Owned Restaurants Unite For 10 Day

Posted on January 15, 2021 by GFDI Team

Re:Her, A Virtual Food Festival In Los Angeles, January 21-30, From New Non-Profit Re:Her Women restaurateurs from across Los Angeles have created a new charitable organization called RE:Her. Its debut initiative, a food festival called 10 Days RE:Her, will feature 10 days of … Continue reading →

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Honest Tea Founders Seth Goldman and Julie Farkas Launch Eat the Change® Impact Grants

Posted on March 31, 2020 by VSheree

Couple will donate $1 million over three years with focus on link between diet and climate. Social Entrepreneurs Seth Goldman and Julie Farkas announced today the launch of a new grants program, Eat the Change® Impact. They plan to donate $1 million ($335,000 per year) over … Continue reading →

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