Sean “Diddy” Combs, French Montana And The Makers Of CÎROC Ultra Premium Vodka Deliver A New Indulgent Experience With The Launch Of CÎROC French Vanilla
NEW YORK, Oct. 17, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today Sean “Diddy” Combs, French Montana and the Makers of CÎROC Ultra Premium Vodka are proud to announce the official launch of CÎROC French Vanilla. The product is the newest addition to the flavor line extension from the makers of CÎROC Ultra Premium Vodka. The rich, velvety taste of vanilla cream combines with hints of vanilla bean resulting in a flavor profile that is elegantly smooth and reminiscent of vanilla ice cream. CÎROC French Vanilla can be enjoyed year-round on the rocks or paired with one of many complements, such as Ginger Ale, Pineapple Juice, Cola or Iced Coffee.
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Combs and Montana kicked off the CÎROC French Vanilla celebration in Miami October 12th during the annual REVOLT Music Conference (RMC). Combs, alongside Mayor Philip Levine of Miami Beach, gave Montana a proclamation honoring his contributions to music. Throughout the remainder of the RMC weekend, gamechangers and moguls in the making were treated to CÎROC French Vanilla cocktails at top industry events including a special CÎROC Hustle Hour hosted by Montana and the Friday Night Yacht party featuring performances by 2 Chainz and other special guests.
To introduce the world to CÎROC French Vanilla, Sean “Diddy” Combs and French Montana visited “The Ellen Degeneres Show” on Wednesday, October 11th. The duo spoke about the liquid which will be supported by a new campaign featuring the original multi-hyphenate business mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, the unforgettable, Grammy-nominated French Montana, mutli-platinum producer and recording artist DJ Khaled, Grammy award winning singers Ashanti and Monica, Grammy-nominated producer – artist Maejor, BET award nominated Dej Loaf, model Shanina Shaik, and recording artist, dancer and model Cassie. The campaign and accompanying creative celebrates a new era of black excellence while simultaneously paying homage to the multicultural trailblazers of the hustle with video and commercial releases launching this Fall.
Ahead of the national launch, the brand released a limited amount of CÎROC French Vanilla with a special message for consumers in early August. The Makers of CÎROC committed to donating $1 for each bottle of CÎROC French Vanilla produced, up to $100,000, to Mama Hope, a non-profit organization in support of global entrepreneurship as a path to ending extreme poverty. Mama Hope works with visionary entrepreneurs in Africa and around the world who hustle every day to build the best schools, health clinics, and sustainable businesses so their communities can thrive. As an added benefit to the program, Sean Combs announced that he would personally match the brand donation, totaling a $200,000 collective contribution.
“When you work with someone like Diddy, its about more than sales or getting your name out there,” says French Montana. “He looks at everything like an investment in the future of our culture and we all have to own our part in being a better example for the next generation, that means working harder and celebrating responsibly. Whether it’s the music I’m working on or developing my own flavor of CÎROC, he wants me to win as a testament to the hustle.”
Sean “Diddy” Combs and CÎROC continue to inspire and empower the next generation to work hard and dream big. French Montana’s involvement with French Vanilla represents looking ahead toward the next generation of entrepreneurs and artists.
“To me, success is all about looking beyond your circumstances to achieve the impossible. That takes boldness and dedication,” explained Sean “Diddy” Combs. “Each time we expand the CÎROC family, we look for people who can lead by example and pave the way for the next generation. French Montana is one of those people – he is unafraid to celebrate life, he dreams big, works hard, and defines his own success.”
Retailing for an average MSRP of $33.99, CÎROC French Vanilla is available at top nightspots, bars, restaurants and through reservebar.com/ciroc-french-vanilla
CÎROC French Vanilla Signature Cocktails
French Vanilla Iced Coffee
1.5oz CÎROC French Vanilla
3oz Cold Brew Coffee
.5oz Simple Syrup
.5oz Baileys Almande
Garnish: No Garnish
Glassware: Rocks
Combine all ingredients into a shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously and strain over a rocks glass filled with ice. To make simple syrup – bring sugar and water to a boil at a ratio of 2 to 1. For example, dissolve 1 cup of sugar into 1/2 cup of water.
French Vanilla & Ginger Ale
1.5oz CÎROC French Vanilla
4oz Ginger Ale
Garnish: Vanilla Bean
Glassware: Rocks
Build CÎROC French Vanilla and Ginger Ale in a rocks glass over ice. Stir and serve
French Vanilla & Cola
1.5oz CÎROC French Vanilla
4oz Cola
Glassware: Rocks
Build CÎROC French Vanilla and cola in a rocks glass over ice. Stir and serve
French Vanilla Mule
1.05 oz Ciroc French Vanilla
0.5 oz lime juice
Top with ginger beer
Garnish: Lime
Glassware: Mule glass
Link to CIROC YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/OfficialCiroc
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ABOUT CÎROC ULTRA PREMIUM:
CÎROC Ultra Premium is made from Fine French grapes, which are distilled five times, providing a crisp, clean taste and citrus nose. CÎROC Ultra Premium launched nationwide in January 2003. In October 2007, DIAGEO – the world’s largest spirits and beer company – made spirits history by entering into a strategic alliance with entertainment entrepreneur Sean “Diddy” Combs, in which Mr. Combs and Combs Enterprises assumed the lead on all brand management activities for CÎROC. The infused Vodka flavors in the portfolio to date include CÎROC RED BERRY, CÎROC COCONUT, CÎROC PEACH, CÎROC PINEAPPLE, CÎROC APPLE, and CÎROC MANGO in addition to CÎROC TEN Vodka. The brand received a 2013 Beverage Industry News Award of Excellence, was named 2011 Spirits Brand of the Year by Market Watch, and earned a double gold medal from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2010.
Media Contact:
Alisa Jacobs
Diageo
646-223-2229
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Blue Flame Agency
917-449-2447
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Calling Hot Sauce Lovers: StarKist Releases Sriracha Flavor
PITTSBURGH, Oct. 17, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — StarKist Co. is proud to announce the addition of Sriracha as one of the newest flavors in the Tuna Creations® BOLD pouch line. Seasoned with red chili peppers, garlic and vinegar, the new Tuna Creations® BOLD Sriracha will add a BOLD, spicy kick to a ramen noodle salad, tuna burger or can even be enjoyed straight from the pouch. This comes as part of StarKist’s BOLD line of tuna pouches, making it the sixth flavor to choose from.
“StarKist is constantly evolving in order to ensure our BOLD varieties are meeting the needs of consumers who are looking for spicy flavors. Sriracha, one of the fasting growing condiments in the U.S., pairs perfectly with our tuna, allowing consumers to enjoy the health benefits of seafood with a tangy, BOLD kick of flavor,” said Andy Mecs, Director of Marketing & Innovation, StarKist Co. “Our on-the-go pouches have become an everyday staple and by adding BOLD flavors we’re providing consumers with a quick and easy way to amplify their meals.”
The StarKist Tuna Creations® BOLD line now comes in 6 delicious flavors and provides different levels of heat to any meal (shown in The Heat Index below). In addition to the StarKist Tuna Creations® BOLD Thai Chili Style, Tuna Creations® BOLD Jalapeño, Tuna Creations® BOLD Hot Buffalo Style, Tuna Creations® BOLD Tapatío and Tuna Creations® BOLD Sriracha, StarKist introduced Tuna Creations® with Rice & Beans in Hot Sauce.
With a portfolio of 15 flavors in the StarKist® Tuna & Salmon Creations® line of single-serve pouches, there is something for everyone. Choose from Tuna Creations® Ranch, Lemon Pepper, Sweet & Spicy, Herb & Garlic, Bacon Ranch, Honey BBQ, Hickory Smoked and Salmon Creations® Lemon Dill and Mango Chipotle. These convenient, single-serve tuna and salmon pouches make it easy to reach the recommended two servings (8oz.) of seafood weekly.
“One of the greatest health benefits of StarKist pouches is that they provide seafood lovers with a natural source of healthy Omega-3s and lean protein,” stated StarKist’s Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Laura Ali. “StarKist’s line of single-serve pouches continues to grow with new flavors, making it easier for consumers to incorporate lean protein into their meals to stay fueled.”
StarKist Tuna Creations® BOLD Sriracha
StarKist is taking the heat to the next level with this new Sriracha premium tuna. With 80 calories and 14g of lean protein per pouch, BOLD Sriracha tuna will keep you fueled. This new flavor pairs well with rice cakes, crackers or can be enjoyed straight from the pouch.
While the BOLD flavors can be enjoyed straight from the pouch, they are also a great addition to a variety of meals. Visit www.starkist.com to learn more about the brand, its products and to explore StarKist developed recipes such as the Sriracha Tuna Ramen Noodle Salad below:
Ingredients:
- 2 pouches (2.6 oz. each) StarKist Tuna Creations® BOLD, Sriracha
- 1 package (3 oz.) Ramen noodle soup, flavoring packet discarded
- ½ avocado, pitted and diced
- ½ cup shelled edamame
- 8 oz. coleslaw mix
- ¼ cup rice wine vinegar
- ¼ tsp. sesame oil
- 1 tsp. low sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 Tbsp. diced cilantro
Directions:
- In a medium bowl, crush the ramen noodles into small pieces.
- Combine with avocado, edamame, coleslaw mix, vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, and vegetable oil. Mix well.
- Top with tuna and cilantro and enjoy.
This new, boldly seasoned tuna flavor retails for approximately $1.34 per pouch and can be found in the shelf-stable tuna section in grocery stores nationwide.
About StarKist
StarKist Co. is a food company that provides trusted, healthy, and shelf-stable seafood products in the United States. An industry innovator, StarKist was the first brand to introduce StarKist single-serve pouch products, which include Tuna Creations® and Salmon Creations®. As America’s favorite tuna, StarKist represents a tradition of quality, consumer trust and a commitment to sustainability. StarKist’s charismatic brand icon, Charlie® the Tuna, swam into the hearts of tuna fans in 1961 and is still a fan favorite today. StarKist Co. is a subsidiary of the Dongwon Group.
Media Contact:
Michelle Faist
412-323-7457
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Calling Teen Filmmakers: Toyota and Discovery Launch Safe Driving PSA Challenge
SILVER SPRING, Md., Oct. 17, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Learning to drive is an exciting time for a teen. But facts have shown it can be extremely dangerous. A short video that promotes safe driving habits might be all that it takes to become aware of dangerous driving situations. That is why Toyota and Discovery Education launched the 2018 TeenDrive365 Video Challenge.
Now in its sixth year, the challenge, sponsored by Discovery Education, invites teens to submit an original 30-60 second Public Service Announcement for 9-12 grade students about safe driving habits. The grand prize includes $15,000 cash and the opportunity to work with a Discovery Film Crew to re-shoot the entry video into a TV-ready PSA. Teens can register and submit their entries today through February 28, 2018 at TeenDrive365inschool.com.
“This contest continues to encourage students, parents and teachers to have critical conversations about the importance of making smart choices behind the wheel,” said Mike Goss, general manager, Toyota Social Innovation. “Every year we are amazed by the variety of unique and inspiring videos we receive and look forward to seeing this year’s entries.”
This year, a panel of judges comprised of community leaders, educators, communications experts and Toyota representatives will convene to select challenge winners. Since the inception of the competition, thousands of video submissions have been considered, and the effort has awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars in student grants and prizes. The top ten finalists’ videos – some amusing and others more serious in tone – communicate the importance of maintaining safe driving habits and avoiding fatal distractions while behind the wheel.
“The TeenDrive365 Video Challenge inspires meaningful peer-to-peer conversations across digital learning environments, with the goal of empowering young drivers with the tools they need to help other students develop safer driving habits,” said Lori McFarling, senior vice president and chief marketing officer, Discovery Education.
This year’s challenge grants include:
- Grand Prize– $15,000 and the chance to work with a Discovery film crew to reshoot the winning video as a TV-ready PSA;
- Second Place– $10,000;
- Third Place– $7,500;
- Fourth through Tenth Places– $2,500 each;
- Four Regional Prizes– $1,000 each; and
- One People’s Choice Prize– selected online through public vote – $5,000 and a trip to attend a taping of a show that airs on Discovery Communications’ Velocity Network.
Visit TeenDrive365InSchool.com to learn more about the annual Teen Video Challenge to help promote safe teen driving! For more information about the TeenDrive365 Video Challenge or to watch winning videos from the 2016-2017 challenge, visit TeenDrive365InSchool.com or click HERE.
About Toyota TeenDrive365
TeenDrive365: In School is a comprehensive program designed by Toyota and Discovery Education to help teens avoid distractions and stay safe behind the wheel. The initiative offers a range of content, tools and resources designed specifically for educators and teens.
Available at no cost to classrooms nationwide, these resources include: standards-aligned lesson plans for grades 9-12, activities that teach appropriate behaviors for young drivers and passengers, Heads Up! – an Interactive Road Distraction Challenge that allows teens to virtually experience some of the dangers of distracted driving, and a collection of online events, tools and social media elements that underscore how teens can make a difference by driving safely.
About Discovery Education
Discovery Education is the global leader in standards-based digital content for K-12, transforming teaching and learning with award-winning digital textbooks, multimedia content, professional development, and the largest professional learning community of its kind. Serving 4.5 million educators and over 50 million students, Discovery Education’s services are in half of U.S. classrooms, 50 percent of all primary schools in the UK, and more than 50 countries. Discovery Education partners with districts, states, and like-minded organizations to captivate students, empower teachers, and transform classrooms with customized solutions that increase academic achievement. Discovery Education is powered by Discovery Communications (NASDAQ: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK), the number one nonfiction media company in the world. Explore the future of education at www.discoveryeducation.com.
For more information about Discovery Education’s Streaming Plus, digital content and professional development services, visit discoveryeducation.com. Stay connected with Discovery Education on social media through Facebook, follow us on Twitter at @DiscoveryEd, or find us on Instagram and Pinterest
Contacts
Discovery Education
Charmion N. Kinder
[email protected]
Toyota Media Line
469-292-5100
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The Guadalajara International Film Festival Returns To Los Angeles With More Films And Honorary Guests
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 16, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Over the last 6 years, FICG in LA has become synonymous with Mexican and Ibero-American film in Los Angeles. The festival, initiated by the University of Guadalajara in the United States, has consistently managed to bring the best of Spanish and Portuguese spoken films to the heart of Hollywood. This year from November 2nd through the 5th, the Guadalajara International Film Festival will return to Los Angeles with more movies and cultural events than in years past, along with an impressive line-up of VIP guests. The details were announced this morning during a press conference at the Mexican Consulate in Los Angeles. Present were Iván Trujillo, Director of the Guadalajara International Film Festival, Estrella Araiza, Director of FICG in LA, and Ambassador Carlos Eugenio García de Alba Zepeda, General Consul of Mexico in Los Angeles.
At the conference it was announced that 27 films would be screened over the 4 day festival, a record breaking number in comparison to previous years. The majority of these screenings will take place in the TCL Chinese Theaters 6 complex, although films will also be screened at the Mexican General Consulate. A special free screening of the classic Mexican silent film Tepeyac, which was released 100 years ago in 1917, will be held outdoors in Plaza Mexico, where Café Tacvba’s revered singer Rubén Albarrán will perform the score live. Keeping with tradition, homage will be paid to legendary artists and this year actresses Kate del Castillo and María Conchita Alonso, as well as director Luis Mandoki will be honored. The festival also offers workshops for films that are in their post-production stage, in addition to numerous cultural activities, such as seminars for film students and book presentations.
This year will also mark the exhibition of the short film 11th Hour, a co-production between Mexico and Ireland from celebrated filmmaker Jim Sheridan, featuring Salma Hayek in the leading role. The closing gala will feature Ayúdame a pasar la noche (Help Me to Spend the Night) from Mexican filmmaker José Ramón Chavez alongside other Mexican films like Sueño en otro idioma (I Dream in Another Language), Los años azules (The Blue Years), Hermanos (Brothers) and Resurrección (Resurrection). Productions from other Latin-American countries will be available as well, including Argentina’s Nadie nos mira (Nobody is Watching) Chile’s El pacto de Adriana (Adriana’s Pact) and Brazil’s Las dos Irenes (The Two Irenes).
During the press conference, director of FICG in LA Estrella Araiza stated: “Los Angeles is a city that represents a point of meeting and exhibition fundamental to our festival and our films, for Mexican and Ibero-American filmmakers to make waves with their producers, distributors, buyers, and to make sure their movies meet their primary goal: to find the largest audience possible and deliver the stories that couldn’t be told in any other way.”
A complete program can be found at http://www.ficginla.com and tickets may be purchased at https://www.eventbrite.com/o/ficg-in-la-4813247523. All proceeds will be donated to a charitable institution.
For more information or to set up interviews, please contact Ana Matonte, Hispanic Bridge, emailing her at [email protected] or calling (818) 207-8671.
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Daycare Owl Providing Free Childcare to those affected by the California Wildfires
DUBLIN, California, Oct. 16, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Daycare Owl has rallied over a dozen daycares and counting to offer free childcare to families displaced by the Northern California Wildfires. Childcare providers across Northern California are reaching out to aid their state in this time of need.
“These providers can ease the burden for parents for a few hours, get these children out of the burning air, provide love, comfort, and most important a sense of normalcy. We are truly uplifted by the giving spirit of these providers all of whom badly wanted to contribute but just didn’t know how until we approached them. Daycare Owl’s platform allows us to mobilize these daycares like never before,” said Akriti Srivastava, CEO of Daycare Owl. If you are a parent affected by these wildfires, please call Daycare Owl’s growing list of providers. If parents are unable to find care near a city they are sheltered in then please email [email protected]. Childcare providers who wish to contribute free childcare services can email [email protected].
What is Daycare Owl?
Daycare Owl is a free and simple way to market and search for daycares online. Daycare Owl was specifically created for family home childcare providers. Our platform allows daycares to put in all the important details parents need to know about your daycare. Providers can showcase their weekly availability, timing, daycare photos, and so much more! Providers will also have new flexibility that they have never had before, the ability to market hourly rates. Weekly care, daily care, night care, even date night care, you can find it all on Daycare Owl.
If you would like more information, please contact Akriti Srivastava at 510-396-4260 or email at [email protected]
Akriti Srivastava
CEO & Co-Founder, Daycare Owl
www.daycareowl.com
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Blue Bloodhound Launches Their 2.0 Platform for Busy Fourth Quarter
HICKORY, N.C., Oct. 16, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today, Blue Bloodhound is launching their 2.0 platform that is addressing a frustration point that contributes to the driver shortage by matching CDL drivers – with or without their own truck – with thousands of jobs. The online tool and mobile app lets drivers shop runs, pick their pay and get instant deposits – with or without their own truck.
“Truck drivers are frustrated by the lack of flexibility, respect and relatively low wages,” says Tana Greene, founder of Blue Bloodhound, an online tool created to transform how hiring works in the conservative world of trucking. “Many drivers don’t want the structure of a W-2 job but have no other alternative unless they can afford their own tractor and trailer and become an owner-operator.”
By the Year 2020, 40 percent of American workers will not work for a company and those that do, will most likely have a side-gig. Truckers are some of the country’s original “gigers” in an industry that’s generations old — before the digital on-demand economy existed.
“I’m able to step into the cab of a major carrier and drive a run that works with my schedule,” says Robert Santiago, a Blue Bloodhound driver who has completed dozens of runs. “The pay is known upfront and deposited into my account when I finish the haul.”
Greene sees the benefits from every perspective citing, “Carriers win because they don’t have to onboard based on volume and fluctuation of runs and drivers get the respect and pay they deserve.”
Drivers can sign-up at Blue Bloodhound and begin work within a matter of days.
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