ATLANTA - With so many pizza aficionados embracing the taste and technique behind The Big Green Egg, the Atlanta-based company has added an “EggCessory” to make it even easier for customers to enjoy pizza with friends and family.

The authentic pizzeria style Wooden Pizza Peel is the latest offering. The product features solid wood construction, tapered profile, and sturdy handle for a secure and comfortable grip. Chefs can conveniently assemble pizza, calzones, or baked goods on the peel, then easily slide directly onto the stone.

Remind customers to always use both hands to support the weight of the pizza…

ATLANTA - Fall may be here, but the mid-Summer launch of Big Green Egg Custom Cooking Islands continues to gain new aficionados. The exclusive line of Custom Cooking Islands are designed and engineered to work perfectly with the EGG for years of enjoyment.

Designed for XLarge and Large EGGs, the Islands feature stainless steel and aluminum construction, heavy duty roller drawers, ample storage cabinets for charcoal and utensils, locking casters, and a durable, weather resistant powder coated finish. It all comes with a lifetime warranty.

The unique rounded contours of the cabinet and top counter design, which are exclusive…

ALSIP, IL - Outdoor furniture and accessories manufacturer NorthCape International has relocated their corporate headquarters and warehouse from Bedford Park, Ill, to a larger facility in Alsip, Ill.

NorthCape President Tom Murray said, “This move will increase efficiency for all aspects of the business and position NCI well for continued growth and improved service.”

The new Alsip facility is approximately 50% larger than previous headquarters in Bedford Park. Office space has tripled, and manufacturing space has doubled.

Officials say the move will help the company maintain its dedication to providing customers with high-quality, stylish, and comfortable furniture…

TUSCALOOSA, AL - Phifer Inc, a textile designer and manufacturer, has welcomed Raymond Neuse (pictured, far right) and Monica Thornton (middle) as its new textile designers.

Neuse rejoins the Phifer design team, bringing more than 18 years of experience in the textile industry and 20-plus years as a freelance artist. He has used his skill and expertise to design a variety of different types of fabrics, from indoor/outdoor and home décor, to novelty and flooring.

Neuse possesses a keen artistic eye, and his educational credits include a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in painting from the Memphis College…

CHICAGO - OW Lee, a manufacturer of high-end outdoor furniture, fire pits, and accessories based in Ontario, Calif, earned the 2013 Manufacturer of the Year Award at the International Casual Furniture & Accessories (ICFA) Market Apollo Awards on Thursday, September 19th. The event brought together manufacturers and specialty stores to celebrate excellence in the casual furniture industry.

One manufacturer was honored in each of eight categories. Manufacturers were then judged on: design and quality of products; merchandising; customer service; ethics; communications; and trade relations.

“We are very honored to be awarded Manufacturer of the Year,” said Terri Lee Rogers, president…

DELRAY BEACH, FL - Twin-Star International, a home furnishings manufacturer that also crafts thermoelectric wine coolers and electric heaters, has added two new members to its sales team.

Ron Heidt (pictured) is now national director of Sales and New Construction, reporting to Chris Harley, vice president of Luxe Bath Works. Shauna Thompson will serve as the new national senior account manager handling mass Canadian accounts, and reporting to Peter Ormond, director of Canadian Business.

“As our sales continue to increase and our market share continues to grow, it was imperative that we fill these two key positions with highly…

BEDFORD PARK, IL - Sales regions in Delaware, Maryland’s Eastern Shore, Virginia, and Southern New Jersey are high volume territory for NorthCape International thanks to Jerry Montini.

Outdoor furniture and accessories manufacturer NorthCape recognized Montini’s efforts by awarding him Sales Representative of the Year. Montini is an independent manufacturer’s representative who has been representing NorthCape for almost 10 years, and was recognized for his outstanding performance in achievement of sales goals, excellence in customer service, and supporting NorthCape’s sales and marketing strategies.

At 20 years old, Montini opened a casual furniture store and became one of NorthCape’s original…

TUSCALOOSA, AL - With a mix of warm earth tones and patterns with a tribal flair, Phifer’s Designed Fabrics Native Escape collection brings Native American design to interior and exterior living spaces.

The new Native Escape collection was inspired by traditional Native American designs and prints like kilim, diamond motifs and geometric lines. Grounded by a rustic color palette, this furniture fabric compilation incorporates modern updates through scale and unexpected colors. Spiced reds and browns paired with new, warm golden browns and unexpected color combinations of sunbaked yellow gold and warm gray round out the fabric ensemble in various stripes,…