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Sloppy Joes Travel the Distance
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It’s the start of summer and what better way to celebrate than by going on a picnic. First step: deciding what’s on the menu. Maybe it includes your favorite sandwich, some chips and iced tea. 

Chances are you haven’t tasted Town Hall Deli’s famous “Sloppy Joe.” Piled high with roast beef, turkey and topped with their famous secret sauce, this sandwich brings joy to customers living near the deli in South Orange, N.J., as far as California and everywhere in between.

There are several ways to make a ‘Joe. It all depends on how you like it. “The original is made with tongue, ham, coleslaw and ‘secret’ sauce on top of thinly sliced pullman rye bread,” said Tony Wonski, owner of Town Hall Deli. Other options for those less adventurous include turkey, roast beef, tuna and egg salad.

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Royal Favors
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The royal wedding is just hours away and the world is eagerly waiting for Kate Middleton to marry her prince. While most brides don’t have a staff to plan their big day, one UPS customer can help – Beau-Coup Favors, Inc.

The internet retailer is one place where brides can find unique wedding favors, decorations, supplies and bridal party gifts. Polly Liu started Beau Coup nine years ago while planning her own wedding. “I know how stressful planning a wedding or party can be, so we treat every event as if it were our own,” Liu said. “We are not in the business to miss dates.”

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Has Your Small Business Taken Big Steps to Grow Globally?
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Growth through Global Trade AwardWe have a winner!  Recently, UPS launched its inaugural “Growth through Global Trade Award” to recognize small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) that are excelling in international trade.   

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Don’t Let the Cookies Crumble
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I recently spoke with Heidi, owner and cookie creator of Heidi’s Heavenly Cookies in Alpharetta, Ga., about packing and shipping tips. During the holiday season Heidi’s company ships more than 500 packages a day. Heidi says, “It is imperative for our reputation and our customers that the gift recipients receive our cookies at optimum freshness. Since we don’t add preservatives, we ensure that the cookies arrive at their destination within two days.” Check out what Heidi has to say about packing and shipping her “sinfully delectable” baked goods this holiday season. Happy Holidays!

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