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Karo Corn Syrup Names
America's Sweetest Celebrities; National Survey in Honor of Karo's 100th
Year Touts Julia Roberts and Sandra Bullock Among America's Sweetest
MEMPHIS, Tenn.--(BUSINESS
WIRE)--Dec. 12, 2002--To celebrate its 100th Anniversary, Karo(R) Corn Syrup
and International Communications Research asked 1,000 men and women
exactly who are America's "Sweetest Celebrities." The results are
in and America's sweet tooth reveals that Julia Roberts, Sandra Bullock, Tom
Hanks, Halle Berry and Jennifer Aniston (not in any particular order) top
the list.
These sweet celebrities will
receive a crystal award and a donation to their favorite charity in their
honor.
"We are delighted to name and
congratulate the winners of Karo Corn Syrup's Sweetest Celebrity poll,"
said Dan Antonelli, CEO, ACH Food Companies. "For 100 years, we've
added a touch of sweetness to America's home. We find it only fitting to
honor five celebrities who do the same."
Karo Corn Syrup has played a sweet
role in America's kitchens for 100 years and today is still considered a
trusted staple in pantries everywhere. As a versatile kitchen product, Karo
Corn Syrup is included in all-time favorite dishes including pecan pie,
caramel corn and old-fashioned fudge, since its introduction in 1902. Ideal
for recipes of all kinds, corn syrup delivers enhanced browning and flavor
when used as a glaze, can help retain moisture and flavor in baked goods or
just enhance the flavor of your favorite dish.
ACH Food Companies is one of the
leading manufacturers of food ingredients and store-branded products in the
United States. ACH manufactures and markets food products to be used as
ingredients for the foodservice, retail private label and branded food
channels. Headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, ACH Food Companies, Inc. is a
subsidiary of Associated British Foods, PLC, a multi-national business
focused on agriculture, ingredients, oils, grocery, retail and packaging.
CONTACT:
ACH Food Companies, Inc.
Carolyn Wise, 901/381-3244
cwise@achfood.com
or
Burson-Marsteller
Lisa Wade, 310/226-3054
lisa-wade@lax.bm.com
SOURCE: ACH Food Companies
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