Beverages
International Merlot Day: Celebrating the Beloved Red Wine
“Raise a glass on International Merlot Day, a celebration of the beloved red wine enjoyed by wine enthusiasts worldwide. Cheers to Merlot!”

Every year on November 7th, wine enthusiasts around the world raise a glass to celebrate International Merlot Day. This special day pays tribute to one of the most beloved red wines, while also encouraging newcomers to experience the unique flavors of Merlot.
Derived from the French word “merle,” meaning blackbird, Merlot likely owes its name to the deep color of its grapes. Originating in Bordeaux, France, Merlot holds the distinction of being the most widely planted grape in the region, surpassing even the renowned Cabernet Sauvignon. It also ranks as the fifth most planted grape in Italy and the second most widely cultivated grape in Israel.
Beyond its European roots, Merlot thrives in various regions across the globe. From California and Washington in the United States to Chile, Australia, Canada, South Africa, Greece, and Mexico, each region imparts its own unique character to the wine.
Described by experts as having a dark fruit flavor profile, Merlot exhibits tantalizing notes of black cherry, blackberry, plum, and raspberry. These luscious fruit flavors blend harmoniously with herbal undertones, as well as hints of vanilla and mocha. While not a sweet wine, Merlot can possess a slight bitterness derived from the grape skins during the winemaking process.
International Merlot Day is marked by liquor stores, bars, and restaurants showcasing different varieties of Merlot and offering special discounts on bottles of this cherished wine. Merlot enthusiasts come together to toast their favorite libation, often participating in wine tastings and winemaking demonstrations. For those who have yet to experience the pleasure of Merlot, this day presents the perfect opportunity to indulge in its complex flavors.
To enhance the Merlot experience, consider enjoying a glass while watching a film that features this popular beverage. Movies like “Sideways,” “A Walk in the Clouds,” “Bottle Shock,” “You Will Be My Son,” “A Good Year,” and “Somm” offer a delightful cinematic accompaniment to your wine exploration.
Whether you’re a devoted Merlot aficionado or a curious newcomer, International Merlot Day invites you to savor the essence of this remarkable red wine and join the global celebration of its rich flavors and heritage.
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Sports
College Basketball Stars with Personalized Nutrition and Hydration at 2025 Combine in Tampa, Florida
Global Health and Wellness Leader Brings 20 Years of Expertise in Performance Nutrition to Empower Female Athletes
LOS ANGELES /PRNewswire/ — Herbalife, a premier health and wellness company, community and platform, today announced it is the Official Nutrition and Hydration Partner of the Lilly 2025 Women’s College All-Star Combine, scheduled for Friday, April 4. The inaugural event will provide basketball players with an unprecedented platform to showcase their talents and gain visibility from scouts and recruiters, opening doors to new opportunities in their careers. With over two decades of experience supporting professional athletes globally, Herbalife will bring its expertise in personalized nutrition and hydration strategies, offering athletes at the combine access to world-class resources and products.Herbalife is a premier health and wellness company, community and platform that has been changing people’s lives with great nutrition products and a business opportunity for its independent distributors since 1980. The Company offers science-backed products to consumers in more than 95 markets through entrepreneurial distributors who provide one-on-one coaching and a supportive community that inspires their customers to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle to live their best life. For more information, visit https://ir.herbalife.com. About Intersport
Intersport is an award-winning agency that fills the empty space between marketing campaigns and consumers—helping brands make more meaningful connections. Its industry-leading team offers expert insights in content marketing, experiential marketing, hospitality, partnership consulting and platform development. The Chicago-based agency also owns and operates events across the professional and collegiate sports landscape, including basketball, football, golf, pickleball and volleyball. Intersport has been headquartered in Chicago since its inception in 1985 and has an additional office in Detroit. Learn more at www.intersport.global and on social media (LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook). SOURCE Herbalife
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Food and Beverage
Cool Down This Summer with a Sweet Slushie

Cool Down This Summer with a Sweet Slushie
(Family Features) Each season throughout the year seems to have its own “flavor,” and summer is no exception. Hamburgers and hot dogs off the grill, refreshing watermelon at snack time and cool, delicious ice cream on warm evenings. While many people think of sweetpotatoes during the holidays, you can make this sweet vegetable a key ingredient all year-round – including summertime. As one of the most versatile veggies you can find, they’re easy to add to a variety of recipes while enhancing flavor and boosting nutrition content. Sweetpotatoes can be your summer staple in both simple and elevated recipes alike, as well as in both sweet and savory dishes. They can be cooked or prepared in several ways: on the stove, baked, microwaved, grilled or slow cooked. Or, for an easy way to cool down in the heat, try them in a creamy drink like this Sweetpotato Summer Slushie. It may surprise you, but sweetpotatoes are ideal for sipping – smoothies and cocktails are both crowd-pleasers, especially during sweltering summer days. This refreshing treat can be made with or without the boozy kick; just break out the blender and kick back in the sunshine. To discover more ways to cook and enjoy sweetpotatoes all summer long, visit ncsweetpotatoes.com.Watch video to see how to make this recipe!

- 1 cup cooked, mashed North Carolina Sweetpotatoes
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 2-3 tablespoons simple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups crushed ice
- 2 ounces spiced rum, coconut rum or bourbon (optional)
- pineapple slices or orange wedges, for garnish (optional)
- In blender, blend sweetpotatoes, pineapple juice, orange juice, lemon juice, coconut milk, simple syrup or honey, vanilla extract and ice until smooth and slushy.
- Pour into glasses and serve.
- For alcoholic version: Add spiced rum, coconut rum or bourbon after blending. Pulse in blender or stir after blending for layered effect.
- Garnish with pineapple slices or orange wedges, if desired.
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MUTANT SAYS “GET YOUR GREENS FOR BIGGER GAINS”
Hardcore sports nutrition company debuts epic superfood drink mix, Big Greens, at The Arnold Sports Festival
PORT COQUITLAM, BC /PRNewswire/ — Fit Foods Ltd., a leading Canadian-based sports nutrition company in the bodybuilding and fitness industry for those born different, knows what drives the hardcore. Those who live for the iron—wrapping their hands around the weights, prepping for the set, grinding out the reps, and scaring their best into submission—aren’t content with average. They bring a relentless, hardcore attitude because it fuels their existence. They stand out in the crowd, united by muscle, and they’re hungry for more. MUTANT gets it. That’s why they craft serious supplements and quality apparel with kick-ass purpose, built solely for those who refuse to settle. And now, they’re unveiling their latest weapon: Big Greens, debuting at The Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, Ohio.
Big Greens is an epic superfoods drink mix that isn’t for the faint-hearted. Big Greens is the greenest greens on the market, engineered to support immune system function, muscle recovery, proper muscle contractions, and a reduction in oxidative stress—because those who live this lifestyle demand more than the basics. Available in two bold flavors, Berry Good and Just Chocolate, it packs a high-dose punch with key ingredients like spirulina, KSM-66® ashwagandha, DE111® probiotic, and over 40 superfoods. This is manufacturer-direct, multi-award-winning innovation from a team that lives the grind just as fiercely as their fans.
“Your mother always told you to eat your greens, so we made the greenest greens out there: easy, quick, and built for you to drink alone or stack with your favorite protein powder. This isn’t some watered-down drink mix — just look at the label — it’s for those who dominate and who push their limits in the gym and beyond,” said MUTANT President and CEO Jim McMahon. “They don’t just train, eat, and sleep—they attack every rep to be their best. Big Greens is built for them and to harness their discipline in a convenient way that also helps with better recovery.”
Fans eager to step up can visit MUTANT at The Arnold Sports Festival, booth 1245, to learn more, sample Big Greens, and enter for a chance to win epic prizes. They can also join a special meet-and-greet with Mitchell Hooper, the 2x Defending Arnold Strongman Champion and Strongest Man on Earth, on Sunday at 10 a.m. Big Greens hits shelves in May 2025, available online and at select retailers nationwide, including GNC stores. Each 10.4-ounce bottle delivers 30 servings of pure intensity, featuring innovative blends like 4,525 mg of Land & Sea Greens Giga Blend, 1,239 mg of Superfood Phyto Blend, 821 mg of Daily Reset Blend, and 725 mg of Pre and Probiotics / Digestive Blend.
For those born different, born hardcore, MUTANT’s got their back. Visit www.mutantnation.com for more on Big Greens and the MUTANT lifestyle.
About Fit Foods Ltd
Fit Foods Ltd, a world-class manufacturer of sports nutrition proteins and other supplements, specializing in powders. Its extensive variety of products and formulas has earned it international recognition for superior-tasting quality products and has resulted in a leading position in the marketplace. Fit Foods brands are distributed worldwide in 70+ countries. Its Canada based manufacturing facilities are GMP compliant, NHP site licensed (#300341), CFIA licensed (4420), US FDA licensed, and Certified Organic by PACS (#16-463). MUTANT is one of the companies most beloved brands.
SOURCE Fit Foods Ltd.
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