Latest News from the IPC
Mar 11, 2009
Revered Chefs Share Recipes, Raise $50,000 for U.S. Fund for UNICEF
EAGLE, Idaho, March 11, 2009 - Chef David Burke of davidburke &donatella restaurant in New York joined the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC), today, in celebrating the success of "Recipes for Relief," an online campaign created to raise awareness and funds for UNICEF (United Nations Children's Fund). The IPC and Burke presented the U.S. Fund for UNICEF with a $50,000 check to help aid in its global efforts to save, protect and improve children's lives.
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Mar 6, 2009
Recession Proof Recipes: Palate-Pleasing Plates That Save Cents
EAGLE, Idaho, March 6, 2009 - It is no secret that supermarket spending has been impacted by the recession. Whether you live in a small town or big city, all consumers are seeking solutions to cut corners. Today, the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) launches "Watching Waistlines and Wallets" (www.idahopotato.com/waistlines_wallets), a web-based resource designed to help cost-conscious shoppers cook-up meals that bank on flavor while saving cents. No longer will Americans have to compromise their palates or pocketbooks to serve up satisfying meals!
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Feb 19, 2009
South Beach Sizzles as America's Culinary Elite Compete in Idaho® Potato Side Dish Challenge
EAGLE, ID, February 19, 2009 -- The country's top chefs battled it out at the third annual South Beach Wine and Food Festival's Burger Bash hosted by Rachael Ray. Not only were their skills at the grill tested as they bumped the beloved burger to new culinary heights, but Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) -- a
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Feb 13, 2009
Idaho® Potatoes Energize Athletes at Special Olympics World Winter Games
EAGLE, Idaho, February 13, 2009 - The worldwide recognition of Idaho® potatoes was apparent as participants of the Special Olympics World Winter Games descended upon Idaho this past week. As the IPC's mascot Spuddy Buddy greeted athletes from nearly 100 countries in his official cobalt blue World Games jersey, the universal response was clear, "Idaho® potatoes are the best in the World!"
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Feb 3, 2009
National Survey Reveals Potatoes are America's Favorite Vegetable, Making the Plate an Average Two Days Per Week
EAGLE, Idaho, February 3, 2009 - Any way you slice it, dice it, mash it or fry it, a new survey by the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) confirms that Americans love their spuds…so much that 75 percent of potato enthusiasts consider themselves "potato lovers." With February marking "Potato Lover's Month," the IPC is dishing on top ways Americans savor the versatile vegetable.
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Jan 26, 2009
Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) Announces Winning Happy Hour Recipes
Eagle, ID, January 26, 2009—The judges of Idaho Potato Commission's first Idaho Potato Happy Hour Recipe Contest had their work cut out for them testing and tasting recipes submitted by chefs from upscale restaurants, culinary schools, local watering holes, and everywhere in between! The Happy Hour Recipe Contest ran from September 1 to December 31, 2008, and challenged professional chefs and cooks at restaurants and other noncommercial foodservice establishments as well as culinary students to put pen to paper and share their surefire Idaho potato happy hour recipe secrets. In total, $35,000 was awarded in cash and prizes to the top recipe submissions in three categories -Appetizers, Side Dishes, and Late-Night Snacks.
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Jan 12, 2009
Award Winning Children's TV Program, Awesome Adventures, Films 4 Days in Boise
January 12, 2009, Eagle, Idaho - In the fall, millions of kids across the country will learn about the exciting world of Idaho Potatoes. Awesome Adventures, an award winning weekly syndicated television series takes kids ages 13 - 16 on incredible journeys around the world and Boise was their latest adventure destination.
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Jan 5, 2009
Fitness Expert Goes Mobile for Health-Conscious Consumers
EAGLE, ID, January 5, 2009 - Getting fit is one of the most popular New Year's resolutions; it's also one of the hardest ones to commit to for a year. To help provide some added incentive to keep you on track, the Idaho Potato Commission just launched Dishin' Nutrition with Denise Austin. This portable, personal lifestyle assistant is just a click away, and it won't cost you a cent. Stay motivated no matter where your on-the-go lifestyle takes you!
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Jan 5, 2009
Pump Up Potato Sales During Potato Lovers Month $150,000 in Cash and Prizes to be Awarded
EAGLE, Idaho, January 5, 2009 -- It's back…one of the industry's most anticipated retail promotions of the year…the Idaho Potato Retail Display Contest. With more than $150,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs and a free DVD/MP3 Player to all qualified entrants, everyone's a winner…guaranteed!
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Nov 24, 2008
Idaho® Potatoes Make Broadway Debut
Eagle, Idaho, November 24, 2008-Lion King, Jersey Boys and Idaho® Potatoes...Yes, Idaho® Potatoes will appear in lights right along side some of the world's most popular Broadway shows when its commercials, featuring fitness guru Denise Austin, make their Broadway debut on the CBS digital board in New York City's famed Times Square. From November 12 through December 7, the CBS digital board located at 42nd Street, between 7th and 8th Avenues, will air the ads more than 415 times mixed with CBS programming and favorite celebrity moments from North America's largest Thanksgiving Day celebration.
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