NEW YORK, Nov. 17, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Soupman, Inc. (OTCQB:SOUP) (www.originalsoupman.com), makers of the best tasting soup in the world, announces the official roll-out of all varieties of The Original Soupman Tetra Pak carton soups at Fairway Markets located in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut (www.Fairwaymarket.com). Now, fans will be able to enjoy the delicious soups that the New York Times called "Art, not soup", including Chicken Noodle, Chicken Gumbo, Lobster Bisque, Crab Corn Chowder, Gluten-Free Lentil Soup and Jambalaya. Tetra Pak cartons are environmentally friendly, recyclable, FSC certified (FSC.org) and BPA-Free.
The Soupman himself will also be on hand to ladle up soup to celebrate the roll-out of The Original Soupman soups in four Fairway Markets on November 20th and 21st:
November 20th:
Fairway Market, from Noon to 2 p.m. at 1258-Corporate Drive in Westbury, NY 11590
Fairway Market from 4 to 6 p.m. at 766-Ave of the Americas in New York, New York 10010
November 21st
Fairway Market from Noon to 2 p.m. at 847-Pelham PKWY (Post Rd Plaza) in Pelham, NY 10803
Fairway Market from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 500-Van Brunt Street Brooklyn, NY 11231 (Red Hook)
Here fans can meet the Soupman who made the phrase "No Soup for You!" famous on Seinfeld at both locations, as he ladles soup for fans.
"For decades, customers in NYC have waited in long lines in all kinds of weather just to get a taste of our soups," said Jamieson Karson, CEO of Soupman, Inc. "Now, with the help of Fairway Market, customers all over the tri-state area can experience the soup that drives New Yorkers crazy. We believe this is an important milestone in our multi-channel distribution strategy to continue to grow The Original Soupman's brand presence."
Soupman soups are available next to Campbell's and Progresso in the soup aisle.
About Soupman, Inc.
In 1984, The Original SoupMan® opened its doors at 55th Street & 8th Avenue in Manhattan and quickly became a worldwide destination. Rated #1 by Zagat and praised by the New York Times as "Art, not Soup," it set the standard for innovation and excellence long before the famous "Seinfeld" episode made it a cultural icon. We sell soup across America in Tetra Pak cartons in grocery stores next to Campbell's and Progresso as well as in our franchise restaurants, soupmobiles and foodservices. Shaquille O'Neal is an advisor and equity partner, as are Mr. October, Reggie Jackson and the award-winning actor, Jason Alexander. Soupman Inc., is a fully reporting public company trading under the symbol SOUP. For additional information on our company please visit: www.originalsoupman.com. Follow us on Twitter @OriginalSoupMan and "Like" us on Facebook.
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