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'Born to be Sweet' Tour 2009

After the difficult second album ‘Sweet as Syrup’, prog-rock legend, coffee raconteur and maestro of all things flavoursome; Sweetbird, is taking to the road to allow his many adoring fans the chance to sample why the little bird from across the pond is such big news.The ‘Born to be Sweet’ tour has already played out to a packed crowd at the Southwest Food Service Expo (Dallas, Texas June 2009) and the next leg of the tour looks to build upon the growing popularity of Sweetbird and his range of free from artificial colors, flavors and preservatives smoothies, syrups and sauces.Tour roadie and Sweetbird spokesperson Amber Boulton commented “We are all excited by the prospect to bringing the Sweetbird experience to venues across the world over the next few months. We are making sure that the world knows about the great range of syrups, smoothies and sauces that are in the Sweetbird range all of which are free from artificial colors, flavors, preservatives and genetically modified ingredients as well as being approved for vegan and vegetarian diets.”The Sweetbird range was launched back in 2006 and has steadily grown to become the must have choice for the stylish barista and coffee shop owner looking to offer their customers an alternative to those products that are artificial and synthetic.The full range of over 50 Sweetbird products will be supported on this tour by the Zuma range of hot chocolates, frappe mixes and chia powders; all of which are approved by the Vegetarian Society UK and are free from artificial colours, flavours, preservatives and genetically modified ingredients. The Zuma range has recently won gold at the world renowned Great Taste Awards beating 3850 other products to win gold.The Sweetbird world tour is as follows:Seattle Coffee Fest - Seattle, Washington- 25th to 27th September 2009SCAA Show 2010 - Anaheim, California- 15th to 18th April 2010NRA Show 2010 - Chicago, Illinois- 22th to 25th May 2010World Barista Championships @ Caffé Culture – London, United Kingdom – 23rd to 25th June 2010NACUFS - San Jose, California - 7th to 10th July 2010Those looking for more information on the Sweetbird range of products should visit www.heysweetbird.com or telephone 866-575-6901 or email info@heysweetbird.com. For more information on Zuma please contact Performance Restaurant Source on 866-575-6901 or email info@heysweetbird.com
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Day 3 in the Big Brother House...

With the start of the 6th season of the infamous Celebrity Big Brother, the popular UK Chanel 4 reality television spectacular is sure to gain headlines in all the tabloids for possibly all the wrong reasons. Hoping that his past doesn’t catch up with him is industry raconteur and international playboy – Sweetbird.In a statement released to the press he has reaffirmed his commitment to bringing the other housemates 2 portions of fruit from their five a day. “I have been in this house before and know that I will be able to not only bring love, laughter and possibly a small feathery shoulder to cry upon but also ensure that the other contestants will gain 2 portions of their five a day with each bottle of ethically sourced real fruit Sweetbird smoothies. I also hope that this time in the Big Brother house will help to ignite my singing career; as I will be releasing my first self penned album entitled ‘Smooth as Syrup’ a collection of prog-rock love ballads, once I leave the house.”Sweetbird Ethically Sourced Real Fruit Smoothies will also be joined by UK baked Byron Bay Cookies in the house for this year’s collection of ‘celebrities’ and models to enjoy during the 3 weeks of the shows run. Both Sweetbird Smoothies and Byron Bay Cookies went down a treat with last year’s 9th season housemates including the self proclaimed cookie lover Kathreya.Celebrity contestants will be sampling the all new Sweetbird 100% Fruit Smoothie that was launched in April 2008, over the next few weeks. The three, ethically sourced ambient storage 100% fruit smoothies will ensure that housemates will get at least 2 of their recommended 5 a day along with their daily helping of gruel. The flavours include Mango & Orange, Blackberry & Blueberry and Pineapple and Passion fruit. The ambient storage 330ml bottles are a perfect addition to all retail locations.For more information about Sweetbird products please visit www.heysweetbird.com
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Sweetbird gets Vegan approval

The Sweetbird range of syrups, sauces and smoothies was the first range to gain the use of the internationally recognised seedling symbol from the Vegetarian Society. This has helped it become a popular brand among those businesses looking to take advantage of the UK’s booming multi million pound ethical market.With the number of vegans in the UK increasing from 120,000 in 1994 to just over 1.3 million in 2007* and now accounts for almost 2.2% of the UK population with this figure expected to grow to around 5% within the next few years. As a result the Sweetbird range has had all its syrups, blended smoothies, ready to drink smoothies as well as the Sweetbird chocolate sauce approved by Bristol based international vegan group Viva! (www.viva.org.uk)“We are proud to have the world’s first range of Vegetarian and Vegan certified coffee shop and catering products that will reassure those consumers that are looking for ethical, animal free products that the syrup, sauce or smoothie that they are using meets their exacting standards. With this booming demographic showing no signs of abating; we are once again glad that Sweetbird is an innovator and leader in the catering supply field.” Enthused Paul Maxwell of Sweetbird.Sweetbird has been a popular brand since its launch in 2005, the ever popular full range of over 35 coffee syrups are all free of artificial colours, preservative, flavours and GMO free. The introduction at last year’s Caffé Culture Show of the all new ethically sourced, 100% real fruit ambient storage smoothie from Sweetbird also gained the brand further praise from those in the industry.“I’m delighted that the range of Sweetbird smoothies, syrups and sauces have made the grade and been approved to use the Viva! vegan symbol. Now customers can sit back and enjoy a tasty dash of syrup with their coffee, or enjoy a healthy drink on the go, safe in the knowledge that they’re free from hidden nasties!” commented Angie Greenaway, Sales & Promotions Manager, Viva!For more information about the newly approved vegan lines from Sweetbird please visit www.heysweetbird.com*DEFRA Public Attitudes and Behaviours toward the Environment 2007
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Sweetbird Syrups

Sweetbird has rigorous standards and will only give his seal of approval when he is sure that all the nasty bits have been removed. Nothing artificial, phony or fake goes into any of the Sweetbird syrups, which have been packed full of natural flavours to give a mouth watering aroma when used with hot or cold drinks. With 33 flavours to choose from it’s not difficult to see why that are becoming the must have syrup amongst European baristas and with each 1 litre bottle contains 66 two pump servings (that’s 15ml per serving) the natural flavours will work wonders in the drinks of your choice.The full Sweetbird Syrup range is completely animal free and offers your vegetarian & vegan customers a chance to add a little syrup love to their soy latte. All Sweetbird Syrups have been approved by the world’s oldest and most respected vegetarian society (www.vegsoc.org) and for vegan diets by Europe's largest vegan group Viva! (www.viva.org.uk) to reassure your customers.Commenting from his beach front villa in Antigua, Sweetbird wants to reassure all readers of Barista about his commitment to natural products “I don’t like fake things in my syrups or sauces as they bring me out in a nasty rash. As a result I have instructed my minions to remove all the nasty stuff and use the finest and naturalist ingredients possible. I personally consider Sweetbird syrups to be the best on the market and allow all talented and attractive Baristas to create superb hot and chilled drinks. Now if you don’t mind I have to work on my tan.”The 33 all natural flavours includes 17 hot syrups including Chocolate Mint, Vanilla, Toasted Marshmallow, English Toffee and White Chocolate; 12 chilled fruit syrups including Raspberry, Strawberry, Peach, passion Fruit and Cherry, 3 Iced Tea syrups and 1 Chai flavoured syrup. The full range of Sweetbird products can be seen at www.heysweetbird.com.
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Featured Donor: DaVinci Gourmet

DaVinci Gourmet, the industry leader in gourmet syrups, is that rare company that extends support of the specialty coffee industry through the entire chain of supply – from coffee growers to beverages served worldwide. Whether it is sponsoring a myriad of barista competitions or providing menu and technical support to small cafes, many witness first hand DaVinci’s support. In particular is their exceptional support of Coffee Kids.DaVinci Gourmet Logo Since 2006, DaVinci Gourmet has been a major sponsor of Coffee Kids, contributing over $500,000 with the funds channeled toward the organization’s quality of life programs in coffee communities. Through this level of contribution, Coffee Kids has been able to not only maintain, but also expand its program, reaching over 3,200 families served by Coffee Kids’ 12 partners in Latin America.“We are very committed to the specialty coffee industry on many levels. Through Coffee Kids we are able to help and support those who are vital to this industry, the families who grow the beans. With this relationship we can affect the lives of those thousands of miles away, creating a connection,” said Jennifer Faren, brand manager at DaVinci Gourmet.DaVinci Gourmet syrups are used throughout the United States and internationally in specialty coffee drinks. Their commitment to coffee-farming families is an investment in the future of coffee.“We know first hand the intricacy of the coffee process, from farm to cup and therefore understand the essential part each and every family plays in the global coffee economy and the need to sustain themselves for future growth,” Faren said.Besides monetary support, DaVinci Gourmet further promotes Coffee Kids to others with a mention on every bottle, POP materials and the company’s website and publicity materials (http://www.davincigourmet.com).“The impact of DaVinci Gourmet’s support has put Coffee Kids at another level. Thanks to them, awareness of our efforts to help families and the resources to put the programs in place have increased substantially,” said Coffee Kids’ Executive Director Carolyn Fairman.
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