CHICAGO, April 4, 2011 - The Food Channel(R) (foodchannel.com) has opened a new online "World Market" specifically to bring products from other countries to consumers in the United States and beyond. This new shopping experience is seen as a major new opportunity for Israeli food business owners and manufacturers.

ZURICH, April 4, 2011 - Gate Gourmet, a member of gategroup, has sold its interests in Portugal to Newrest effective immediately. Details of the agreement remain confidential.

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