Local Flower Shop News
Teleflora Recognizes Michael Kraft of Nanz & Kraft Florists as the 2019 Tom Butler “Floral Retailer of The Year” - PerishableNews
Tuesday, October 22, 2019U.S. and Canada. In addition to leading a superbretail operation, the awarded florist must show commitment to servicing theircommunity, being a steadfast ambassador in the floral industry, and offeringmeaningful guidance to fellow florists. “Michael Kraft’s incrediblecontribution to the floral industry and to his community in Louisville is a true testament toTom Butler’s legacy,” said Jack Howard, Executive Vice President of National Accounts atTeleflora. “Kraft was a part of the Teleflora family for 25 years and we are deeply honored to be naming himas the recipient of this year’s Teleflora Floral Retailer of the Year Award. Inaddition to his impactful work in the industry, Kraft is remembered as a greatrole model to fellow florists and a loving neighbor to his community. We thankhim for his wonderful influence on the floral community and his legacy willlive on here at Teleflora.” Nanz & Kraft Florists has been serving theLouisville community for almost 170 years. Since its opening in 1850, thefloral business has been passed down through generations of the Kraft familyand now has three stores throughout the city. Michael Kraft, a Teleflorapartner for more than 25 years, was a co-owner of Nanz & Kraft Floristswith his two brothers, Eddie and David. He was a former president of the St.Matthews Business Association and a graduate of Trinity HighSchool and the University of Kentucky. Kraft passed at the age of 52 afterbattling cancer. He is remembered as one of the most positive members of thecommunity and is survived by his wife, Allison, and daughters, Lindsey andShelby. Tom Butler’s passion for the floral industry inspiredan almost 50-year career. He served as Chairman of Teleflora, Chairman of theAmerican Floral Endowment (AFE) and was a longtime devoted advocate for the Endowment,beginning his service as a trustee in 2006. Known for possessing anunparalleled knack for fundraising and for his signif... https://www.perishablenews.com/floral/teleflora-recognizes-michael-kraft-of-nanz-kraft-florists-as-the-2019-tom-butler-floral-retailer-of-the-year/
Winston Flowers Acquires L'Olivier Floral Atelier - PerishableNews
Tuesday, October 22, 2019We are delighted to share the stunning work of Olivier Guigni and his talented team with a new roster of clients. It’s a thrill to begin servicing marquee spaces such as Daniel Boulud restaurants, The Plaza Hotel, and The Carlyle Hotel, as well as many high-profile residential clients.”David Winston said, “L’Olivier and Winston Flowers share an abiding passion for innovative design, unrivaled service, and a deep commitment to our clients. I’ve always respected and admired Olivier’s design work and look forward to our two teams providing beautiful, inspiring floral services together.”L’Olivier founder Olivier Guigni, known for his innovative designs, will join Winston Flowers as Senior Design Consultant and Carine Bonnet, L’Olivier’s General Manager, will take over as General Manager of Winston Flowers’ New York Design Studio in Long Island City.“It has been an honor to serve our clients since 1994. As we celebrate 25 years of business, it’s also important to look to the future,” said Guigni. “This partnership with Winston Flowers will allow us to offer our valued clientele even more personalized floral services, while continuing to reach new customers. As L’Olivier’s talented creative and concierge services teams join those at Winston, we’re excited to offer our clients exquisite floral design under one iconic brand.”Celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2019, Winston Flowers hand-delivers in Greater Boston, New York City, Fairfield County, and Westchester County. Nationwide service is available through the company’s network of partner florists across the United States. Winston is also able to courier select gourmet gift crates anywhere in the USA. Additional information can be found at www.winstonflowers.com.# # #About Winston Flowers:Founded in Boston, Massachusetts in 1944, Winston Flowers began from a floral pushcart by Robert Winston and his son, Maynard. Currently in its third generation, Winston Flowers is run by David and Ted Winston who continue to grow the company through their unwavering commitment to quality and service. Today, Winston Flowers has a worldwide online presence, two design studio... https://www.perishablenews.com/floral/winston-flowers-acquires-lolivier-floral-atelier/
Local florist brings joy to Clevelanders with massive floral installation at Edgewater Park - News 5 Cleveland
Monday, August 24, 2020CLEVELAND — A local florist dedicated his time and talents to spread joy throughout Cleveland as everyone deals with the need to stay inside and keep a distance from one another during the COVID-19 pandemic. Andrew Thomas, of Andrew Thomas Design, created a massive floral display at Edgewater Park with the goal to spread hope to those who are struggling during a time of uncertainty.Thomas, who specializes in custom floral design, wanted to do some sort of public display for the community that was heartfelt and positive while having an interactive component that still followed the “social distancing” recommendation.At the same time, Mayesh, who is the largest flower wholesaler in Northeast Ohio, had a significant amount of inventory on hand as they prepared to close through April. Bob Fenner Flower display at Edgewater Park. So Thomas loaded up as many flowers as he could, approximately 5,000 stems, onto the bed of his pick up truck.Working after dusk, plucking and... https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/made-us-smile/local-florist-brings-joy-to-clevelanders-with-massive-floral-installation-at-edgewater-park
Flower Shop Reopens for No Contact Home Deliveries - Spectrum News
Monday, August 24, 2020Arnold, co-owner, Arnold’s Flower Shop.Without proms and graduations, sales are still expected to be tough.“Graduation and commencement and all of those things a lot of small businesses especially florists depend on those. Without having those open and operating there’s going to be a lot of small businesses that lose business because of that,” said Mosher-Arnold.Most flowers are flown internationally. Those flights aren’t happening right now.“Also just being able to get flowers alone, you have farms in South America who are having to throw them out in multiple trailer truckloads because there's nobody to buy them,” said Mosher-Arnold.With the flowers they do have, they’re delivering the joy of Easter. https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/central-ny/news/2020/04/11/flower-shop-reopens-for-no-contact-home-deliveries
Hamilton florist's business has gone from strength to strength - Daily Record
Monday, August 24, 2020Opportunities for small businesses have been few and far between during the last few months but one Hamilton florist has gone from strength to strength through the pandemic.Michelle Kyle of Michelle’s Flowers has been working with flowers for over a decade. Her business, now based in Haddow Street, has grown during lockdown when a number of local clients decided to send bouquets to friends and family to cheer them up when they couldn’t physically meet. “It’s been going really, really good,” Michelle said. “10 years ago, I had a shop in Blantyre but I had to let go of it because I was ill. “I’ve had some customers but with lockdown I was getting busier with the flowers. That’s when I decided to go back into it and open a wee shop. “At the moment, everything is done online - rather than face to face - or over the telephone. The customers have put a lot of faith into me because they’ve not seen it. They trust me and trust my judgement. “I’ve been advertising on Facebook and I’ve got a wee room so I can do more flowers. We’re having a wee open day on Saturday - I’ve got the hand sanitizer, we’ll... https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-news/hamilton-florists-business-gone-strength-22502590
Kimberly’s Flowers of Boca Raton to Become Flowers of Boca Raton - PRUnderground
Monday, August 24, 2020About Flowers of Boca Raton Flowers of Boca Raton has been in business for over 40 years, previously under the name Kimberly’s Florist. Our team of talented designers has proudly served Boca, West Palm Beach, and Fort Lauderdale through holidays, birthdays, and special events alike.We carry fresh florals from all over the world. This assures us that we’re able to select from the finest growers and serve quality blooms to your doorstep. Our farms are located in Ecuador, Holland, and Thailand, just to name a few. They are delivered fresh daily, alongside our pride and joy – locally grown orchid plants.????? ... https://www.prunderground.com/kimberlys-flowers-of-boca-raton-to-become-flowers-of-boca-raton/00171336/
Fiori Flowers, Flower Child Blooms, HRW Begins - Houston Press
Monday, August 24, 2020French boutique restaurants like La Villa and Brasserie Max and Julie. The Italian restaurant offers beautifully done dishes from executive chef Marcos Salazar. The space also features a florist, Flowers and Flourless, so guests can enjoy the beauty of fresh flowers as they dine and perhaps take home an arrangement or bouquet. There is al fresco dining during reasonably cool Houston evenings for guests to enjoy the European flavor of wicker bistro sets and cafe ambiance.The charcuterie board at Fiori is served with housemade focaccia.Photo by Elizabeth Jones McChesneyThe menu offers Italian classics like Eggplant Parmigiana, Spaghetti Pomodoro and Saltimbocca alla Romana with elegant presentations. Guests can begin the meal with antipasti such as Sorrentine mussels or try the Burrata Fritta, breaded and fried burrata cheese in a bath of tomato and basil. For dessert, there's a variety of gelato, panna cotta and a caramel tart. For now, the restaurant is allowing BYOB with a $10 corkage fee.Fiori also has special events like floral design and wine tastings. Two upcoming wine events are scheduled for August 19 and September 2 for $35 each. Check its website for more details. EXPANDFlower Child can provide healthy eating for quarantining.Photo by Heather Kinkel Flower Ch... https://www.houstonpress.com/restaurants/fiori-flowers-flower-child-blooms-hrw-begins-11485623
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