NRA Show in Chicago - Inside Scoop!

by **RachelC** » May 22nd, '10, 22:45

NRA Show in Chicago - Inside Scoop!

by RachelC » May 22nd, '10, 22:45

Today I had the privledge to work along side both Michael Cramer , Adagio Owner and Michael Malone at the National Restaurant Association at the McCormick Place in downtown Chicago. I had a great time and was lucky to get a little inside information on what's to come. So with Michael Cramer's blessing I have decided to share what I have learned today with you.

1. Signature Blends will soon be in new resealable pouches with beautiful labels. I was able to see the new packaging first hand and it truly is well designed. We received many compliments on the visual appeal of the packaging at the show.

2. Soon to come, some loose teas will be available in pyramid teabags. I was able to see and touch the new teabags and they should prove acceptible for proper steeping. Very exciting!

3. So Bad News First - Chocolates are going to be hopefully be coming out late this year.

4. Good News: Cookies should be coming out soon. No specifics though.

Hope you enjoyed the inside scoop.

Thanks to Adagio for giving me this opportunity.

by **Victoria** » May 23rd, '10, 11:39

Re: NRA Show in Chicago - Inside Scoop!

by Victoria » May 23rd, '10, 11:39

Wow, exciting news! Thanks for sharing Rachel!
The new packaging is long anticipated!
The next additions sound great.
Chocolate, yum!

Hummm methinks you kept your part time job
quite a secret until now.

by **RachelC** » May 23rd, '10, 14:01

Re: NRA Show in Chicago - Inside Scoop!

by RachelC » May 23rd, '10, 14:01

Victoria wrote:Hummm methinks you kept your part time job
quite a secret until now.

LOL

Actually, I do not work for Adagio I was helping out just for the day since they were short handed. It was the first time I ever did any work for them. I had a terrific time and don't get me wrong I wouldn't mind working for them officially. *wink..wink*

by **Victoria** » May 23rd, '10, 19:56

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by Victoria » May 23rd, '10, 19:56

RachelC wrote:
Victoria wrote:Hummm methinks you kept your part time job
quite a secret until now.

LOL Actually, I do not work for Adagio I was helping out just for the day since they were short handed. It was the first time I ever did any work for them. I had a terrific time and don't get me wrong I wouldn't mind working for them officially. *wink..wink*

Ha!! OK. Well, Me Too!!
*wink..wink*

by **IPT** » May 23rd, '10, 21:49

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by IPT » May 23rd, '10, 21:49

You wrote NRA Show and I thought you meant National Rifle Association. I thought that was odd. :lol:

by **RachelC** » May 23rd, '10, 22:15

Re: NRA Show in Chicago - Inside Scoop!

by RachelC » May 23rd, '10, 22:15

IPT wrote::lol: You wrote NRA Show and I thought you meant National Rifle Association. I thought that was odd.

Funny, it is officially the National Restaurant Association. The same thought has crossed my mind.

by **boywoodhe** » May 25th, '10, 14:25

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by boywoodhe » May 25th, '10, 14:25

RachelC wrote:

Funny, it is officially the National Restaurant Association. The same thought has crossed my mind.

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Hey Rachel..my tea buddy.

I'm wondering if NRA is the same as the NRA I did/was a sales agent for dawson publication in maryland in 1992-1995. ( that did and put together the NRA mag ) I hope and pray that Adagio comes to Florida and I will help them out anytime. :wink:

hugs rach
woodie

by **RachelC** » May 25th, '10, 17:26

Re: NRA Show in Chicago - Inside Scoop!

by RachelC » May 25th, '10, 17:26

Hey Woodie,

To answer your question I am not sure if what you are talking about is the same. This event is where members of the food, drink, and restaurant industry come out and show us what they have and give us a reason to want it.

Hope that helps!

RachelC.

by **boywoodhe** » May 25th, '10, 22:45

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by boywoodhe » May 25th, '10, 22:45

RachelC wrote:Hey Woodie,

To answer your question I am not sure if what you are talking about is the same. This event is where members of the food, drink, and restaurant industry come out and show us what they have and give us a reason to want it.

Hope that helps!

RachelC.

Hey rach

I was talking about the National Restaurant Assoc magazine, I worked for in the 90s.

If you know if Adagio will be in florida or NRA, let me know.
hugs
woodie
PS...Glad you had a great time.

by **boywoodhe** » May 25th, '10, 22:53

Re: NRA Show in Chicago - Inside Scoop!

by boywoodhe » May 25th, '10, 22:53

4. Good News: Cookies should be coming out soon. No specifics though.

Hope you enjoyed the inside scoop.

Hey Rach, my dear friend.

I talk to christine a few months ago and she told me they had problems with the machines for the cookies. (or packaging) I think that is what I remembered. Thank you Rach, for the update! you are the best.

Hope I didnt misquote you christine. (sorry if I did)

hugs
woodie

by **RachelC** » May 26th, '10, 20:33

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by RachelC » May 26th, '10, 20:33

Sorry for the confusion and to answer your question I am not sure about Florida but they will be at the TeaExpo in Vegas.