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Save the Date for this April 26-29 for One of Florida Gulf Coast's Top Events DESTIN, FL, Jan. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort today announced details for the 26th Annual Sandestin Wine Festival, the most established and continuously running wine festival on the Coast. Scheduled for this April 26-29, the Sandestin Wine Festival has become a favorite event for thousands of guests each spring.  It is a picture-perfect festival, complete with white tents, flowing wine, gourmet food and live music at The Village of Baytowne Wharf in Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort.  It's been affectionately been called the "Kentucky Derby of Wine Festivals" because of its popularity and grandeur. Festival Dinners and Seminars Beginning April 26, leading Village restaurants will offer special wine dinners, paring delicious culinary options with delicious wines.  On ... (more)

Pechanga and Bally to Attempt World's Largest Slot Machine Tournament on Feb. 11

TEMECULA, Calif., Jan. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- A Guinness World Records®  adjudicator is scheduled to be on-hand as Pechanga Resort & Casino and Bally Technologies attempt to make history and enter the record books by holding The World's Largest Slot Machine Tournament on February 11. The event is free and everyone over 21 years of age is welcome to try and win their share of $100,000 in prizes. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120126/LA42826) "This tournament reflects our commitment to operating the best casino in the world," said Pechanga Development Corporation Pr... (more)

Alsace Campaign Announces New US Marketing Initiative

NEW YORK, Jan. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Teuwen One Image is now the agency of record for the Conseil Interprofessionnel des Vins d'Alsace/Alsace Wine Bureau, in charge of a multi-year US marketing campaign. Alsace, one of France's top white wine regions, is located along the eastern border to Germany in the foothills of the Vosges Mountains. Known for their freshness and versatility, these aromatic, terroir-driven wines are produced from Riesling, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer, Muscat d'Alsace, Sylvaner and Pinot Noir. A full-service, boutique public relations agen... (more)

Last Concert Cafe Selected For "Food & Wine Listings: Fabulous Restaurants"

Last Concert Cafe of Houston, TX has been honored with a recognition by H Texas in its selection of "Food & Wine Listings: Fabulous Restaurants." HOUSTON, Jan. 24, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Announcing a special recognition appearing in the September, 2011 issue of H Texas published by Quality Publishing Services, Inc.. Last Concert Cafe was selected for the following honor: "Food & Wine Listings: Fabulous Restaurants" (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120124/DC40902) A spokesperson from Last Concert Cafe commented on the recognition: "This is quite an honor for ... (more)

Canadian Pacific Comments on Pershing Square Nominations

CALGARY, Jan. 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX: CP) (NYSE: CP) today noted the press release issued by Pershing Square Capital Management, L.P. announcing that it intends to nominate five individuals to stand for election at the Company's Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 17, 2012. John E. Cleghorn, Chairman of the Board, said, "CP has an independent Board made up of directors with extensive, relevant experience in railroads and complementary industries including energy, natural resources, food and agriculture, as well as leaders from the fields ... (more)