http://www.hispanictips.com Essential Hispanic & Latino News :: Relevant, Trusted, Comprehensive and Useful Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:29:47 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/07/sedano%e2%80%99s-supermarkets-expands-to-orlando/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/07/sedano%e2%80%99s-supermarkets-expands-to-orlando/#comments Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:06:26 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/07/sedano%e2%80%99s-supermarkets-expands-to-orlando/ Sedano’s Supermarkets, the number one Hispanic retailer in the United States, announced today that it will acquire three Albertsons supermarket locations in Central Florida. This acquisition marks Sedano’s Supermarkets’ first expansion beyond its South Florida headquarters and brings the total number of stores to 33 in Florida.

The Orlando area store locations are: 1100 N. John Young Parkway, Kissimmee, FL 34741; 12981 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL 32837; and 5660 Curry Ford Road, Orlando, FL 32822.

“We’re very excited about expanding into Orlando,” said Javier Herrán, director of marketing for Sedano’s Supermarkets. “The expansion into Central Florida helps us meet customer demand, while allowing us to quickly establish a presence and significant footprint in the Orlando market, as we pursue opportunities for continued strategic and conservative growth,” he said.

Sedano’s, with the assistance of The Food Partners, a national investment-banking firm providing merger, acquisition and divestiture services to the supermarket industry, strategically identified the Albertsons locations to maximize its entry into this new market. The store locations offer Sedano’s Supermarkets a great opportunity to respond to the needs of Orlando’s burgeoning Hispanic community as well as the general Orlando population. The stores, which vary in size from 58,000 square feet to 65,000, will feature Sedano’s staple Latin products as well as mainstream everyday items.

“Our ability to offer specialized goods, low prices and cater to our Hispanic culture have been paramount to our success throughout the years,” said Herrán. “We have a true understanding of the Sedano’s customer and continuously seek to meet their needs with tailored product selections that reflect the surrounding neighborhood’s diverse make up and taste.”

Sedano’s will officially take control of the three locations in the first quarter 2010. The stores will boast Sedano’s Supermarkets’ popular prepared foods section, custom-cut meat department and the iconic café serving espresso and pastelitos.

About Sedano’s Supermarkets

Founded in Hialeah, Florida in 1962 by the Herrán and Guerra families, Sedano’s Supermarkets has grown to become the number one Hispanic retailer in the United States. Sedano’s Supermarkets caters to Florida’s booming Hispanic community with more than 2,600 employees and 30 locations in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach counties. As the largest, independently owned, Hispanic supermarket chain, Sedano’s Supermarkets is recognized for its excellent customer service, ethnic product offering and competitive prices.

Contacts

For Sedano’s Supermarkets
Lissette Rodriguez - Miami, 305-442-0977
305-450-7890 (cell)
lrodriguez@republica.net
or
Giorgina Pinedo Rolon - Orlando, 407-230-5407 (cell)
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The editor and publisher, Dr. Aida Levitan, will present the book during the Miami Book Fair International at 4 p.m. on November 8th, Room 2106, Miami Dade College, 300 NE Second Avenue, Miami. Dr. Carlos Rojas -- winner of Spain's Premio Planeta, Premio Nadal, and the National Literary Award -- will speak at the event since he is the author of the book's preface. Each poet present will read one poem from the book. "We are very pleased with the quality of this publication," said Aida Levitan. "Some of South Florida's most experienced literary critics and professors chose the best poets and poems for 'La Ciudad de la Unidad Posible', and the result is inspiring as well as illustrative of the great poetry being produced in this area." The title of the book, suggested by literary critic Luis de la Paz, was inspired by a verse written in Miami by Juan Ramon Jimenez, the Spanish poet who won the Nobel Prize for Literature. Dr. Levitan, President of Hispanic Events, Inc., and Victoria London, Honorary Consul of Romania, underwrote the printing of the book. Also contributing to the publication were: The Levitan Group, Inc. and the Aetna Foundation. The book will sell at the launch event, for $15 each, or by contacting levitanbiz@gmail.com. PR Newswire has donated the news release distribution. The poets in "La Ciudad de la Unidad Posible" include both well-known and new poets. They are: Armando Alvarez Bravo, Silvio Ambrogi Roman, Rubi Arana, Manuel Castro Perez, Francisco J. Corces, Julie de Grandy, Rodrigo de la Luz, Odaliz de Leon, Amelia del Castillo, Raul Dopico, Julio Estorino, Jose Emilio Fernandez, Orlando Ignacio Fernandez, Ramon Fernandez-Larrea, Alejandra Ferrazza, Vicente Forte Sillie, Denis Fortun, Marlene Fuentes Lopez, Teresita Herrera Muina, Rolando Jorge, Magda Kraw, Felix Lizarraga, America Mara Manzano, Rodolfo Martinez Sotomayor, Angel Antonio Moreno, Ernesto Ravelo Garcia, Orlando Rossardi, Janisset Rivero, Mariblanca Quinones de la Osa, Jose Soroa, Elena Tamargo and Manuel Vazquez Portal. Editorial Ultramar has the mission of publishing and promoting the work of Hispanic poets in the United States. Its first publication, in 2008, was "Poesia Viva" by Rodrigo de la Luz, on sale at www.artesmiami.org. Editorial Ultramar is part of the 501(c)3 organization Hispanic Events, Inc., which is dedicated to providing funding and marketing services to Hispanic artists and cultural organizations. 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2009 16:50:59 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=65935 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=65935 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/04/miami-mayor-candidates-could-trigger-different-shake-ups-joe-sanchez-and-tomas-regalado/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/04/miami-mayor-candidates-could-trigger-different-shake-ups-joe-sanchez-and-tomas-regalado/#comments Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:29:52 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=65898 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=65898 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/04/tom-wolfes-upcoming-book-explores-immigration-in-miami/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/04/tom-wolfes-upcoming-book-explores-immigration-in-miami/#comments Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:59:53 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=65868 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> 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http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/02/tony-argiz-honored-by-south-florida-council-boy-scouts-of-america/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/02/tony-argiz-honored-by-south-florida-council-boy-scouts-of-america/#comments Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:58:54 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=65781 Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLP (MBAF) CEO and Managing Partner Tony Argiz was recently honored by the South Florida Council, Boy Scouts of America for his service to the South Florida community as part of Hispanic Heritage month. The 11th Annual Hispanic Heritage Awards Celebration also commemorated the work of Former Mayor of the City of Miami, Maurice Ferré, and Congresswoman for the 18th District of Florida, Ileana Ros-Lehtinen.

The Hispanic Heritage Awards program recognizes respected Hispanic community leaders that exemplify the values of Scouting through their service and support of the community. Proceeds from the event benefitted the South Florida Council’s Hispanic Outreach Program called Operation Scoutreach, which brings Scouting to at-risk youth in economically-challenged communities.

“The South Florida Council, Boy Scouts of America is not only helping to form tomorrow’s leaders, but it is also setting an example for our community,” said Argiz, accepting the honor.

A recipient of many community and professional commendations, Argiz just completed a two-year term as Chairman of the United Way of Miami-Dade, heading a tremendous effort during some of the most challenging economic times. He currently serves the community as President and Chair-Elect of the Orange Bowl committee, a major engine of economic growth for South Florida. Additionally, Argiz has served on the boards and committees of many charitable, civic, community and educational organizations.

“I’m grateful for this award and promise to continue helping the South Florida community to the best of my ability,” added Argiz.

About the Boy Scouts of America
The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetime by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. The South Florida Council proudly serves over 70,000 young men and women throughout Broward, Miami-Dade, and Monroe counties.

About MBAF
MBAF is ranked in the top 50 accounting firms in the nation and is the largest independent Florida-based certified public accountant firm in the State. The firm has been ranked as “Best of the Best,” the list of the top 25 performing firms in the country, for 14 years. MBAF provides tax and accounting, audit, technology consulting and litigation support and business valuation services to entrepreneurs, wealthy individuals, private and public corporations and legal practitioners across a broad range of industries.

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Contact Information
Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLP
Tony Argiz
305-373-5500
mbafcpafl@gmail.com
http://www.mbafcpa.com
1001 Brickell Bay Drive, 9th Floor
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John Leguizamo thrills audiences as he gets up close and personal in his new, uncensored, uninhibited tour-de-force. John Leguizamo LIVE! drew cheering crowds as it took to the road this past July, with stops at intimate venues across the U.S. Of his latest evolving one-man show, Leguizamo exclaims, "Yo, wat up my peoples? Wat’s crackin? Me that’s what. I'm coming to town with the latest installment of leguizamomania! This one is for the ages don't miss it -- the first time civilian eyes will be viewing my new and latest and greatest show. Help me help you get some anti-recession and anti-depression hilarity.”



In Leguizamo’s trademark live performance style, this piece explodes with energy taking audiences on a non-stop fever-pitch adventure, heating up the stage with vivid accounts of where he’s been and the colorful characters who’ve shaped different facets of his life. From his adolescent memories in Queens, New York, to the early days of his acting career and beyond -- with stories of the outrageous 80’s avant-garde theater scene and anecdotes from major movie sets and roles opposite some of Hollywood’s biggest film stars, John Leguizamo LIVE! is in turns uproarious and heartfelt, laying it bare for those along for the ride.

Multi-faceted performer and Emmy Award winner John Leguizamo's notable career defies categorization. Possessing boundless energy and creativity, Leguizamo's work spans the genres of film, theatre, television, literature and beyond. As writer and performer, Leguizamo created the Off-Broadway sensation Mambo Mouth, in which he portrayed seven different characters (Obie, Outer Critics Circle, Vanguardia Awards).



His second one-man show Spic-O-Rama enjoyed extended sold-out runs in Chicago and New York (Dramatists' Guild Hull-Warriner Award for Best American Play, Lucille Lortel Outstanding Achievement Award for Best Broadway Performance, Drama Desk Award for Best Solo Performance). His third solo show Freak completed a successful run on Broadway in 1998. A special presentation of Freak, directed by Spike Lee, aired on HBO (Emmy Award for Outstanding Performance in a Variety or Music Program and nomination for Outstanding Variety, Music or Comedy Special). In Fall 2001 Leguizamo returned to Broadway with Sexaholix...a Love Story, directed by Peter Askin (Outer Critics Circle Award nomination for "Outstanding Solo Performance" and Tony Award nomination for Best Special Theatrical Performance). Sexaholix aired as an HBO Special in Spring 2002 and toured widely. Other stage credits: A Midsummer Night's Dream and La Puta Vida at the New York Shakespeare Festival and Parting Gestures at INTAR. Presently, Leguizamo delights younger fans as the voice of Syd in Ice Age 1, 2 and 3. He has been seen in countless films including Love in the Time of Cholera opposite Javier Bardem and Benjamin Bratt, The Happening opposite Mark Wahlberg, Righteous Kill opposite Robert Deniro and Al Pacino, The Babysitters opposite Cynthia Nixon and The Take opposite Rosie Perez as well as Miracle at St. Anna, Land of the Dead, The Groomsmen, Lies & Alibis, Assault on Precinct 13, Sueno, Spin, Moulin Rouge, Summer of Sam, King of the Jungle, Spawn, William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet, Dr. Doolittle, Carlito's Way and Casualties of War.


John Leguizamo LIVE! plays Friday, November 20 & Saturday, November 21 at 8:00 PM. The Times Union Center for the Performing Arts, Terry Theatre, is located at 300 West Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Tickets are $35.00 and may be arranged through www.ticketmaster.com/John-Leguizamo-tickets/artist/806882 or 1-800-745-3000. Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=65458 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/29/the-southwest-florida-hispanic-chamber-of-commerce-has-announced-their-%e2%80%9cbusiness-expo-2009%e2%80%9d-scheduled-for-wednesday-nov-18-2009-at-the-hilton-garden-inn-fort-myers/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/29/the-southwest-florida-hispanic-chamber-of-commerce-has-announced-their-%e2%80%9cbusiness-expo-2009%e2%80%9d-scheduled-for-wednesday-nov-18-2009-at-the-hilton-garden-inn-fort-myers/#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:36:16 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=65375 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=65375 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/28/concert-review-marc-anthony-at-american-airlines-arena-october-24/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/28/concert-review-marc-anthony-at-american-airlines-arena-october-24/#comments Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:58:55 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=65340 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=65340 0