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    Cafes, Restuarants and Bars in Ista...  Nov 22, 2009
    Simdi cafe serves excellent coffee in its comfortable lounge chairs and has a la carte in the back of the high-ceilinged room; it s one of the most frequented spaces in the neighbourhood. In search of the Turkish meze experience, the results can often be a little hit-or-miss. (Suite101.com)

    Astros high definition future  Nov 21, 2009
    Even that you have to pay a la carte or per package for unique channels. We can pick and choose as to how well launch HD in Malaysia. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)

    St. Catherines celebrates its new Friendship Corner  Nov 20, 2009
    Amenities are included in both programs along with a la carte services. The remodeled room is in the south end of the building. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)

    FastPencil Releases New Features for End-to-End Book Writing and Publishing Service  Nov 20, 2009
    For writers who are looking for additional services, FastPencil has simplified pricing for publishing packages and offers new "a la carte" services, such as custom formatting, cover options and illustration. New FastPencil Features. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Airline tests retail sales at 35K feet  Nov 17, 2009
    While the concept of shopping in flight is new to large American carriers, Irelands discount airline, Ryanair, has been selling travel services a la carte since the early '90s. It uses the profits to subsidize ticket prices. (India Times)

    Knucklehead Of The Week: The NFL  Nov 15, 2009
    The NFL has a list, something like a restaurant a la carte menu, of things players can do and how much it will cost them in fines. Like (actual amounts). (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)

    Where can I buy a ready-made Thanksgiving me...  Nov 15, 2009
    Customers can choose main courses and sides from an extensive a la carte menu ... A la carte options and additional sides are also available. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    NFL Network COO Williams: Progress Made, But Distribution Holes Remain  Nov 13, 2009
    "Elsewhere, NFL Network recently reached that adds the service's primetime game schedule for the first time. NFL Network is available on Armstrong's Value Package, as well as its HD Advantage Package. Another recent addition, DTC TV, which serves subscribers in the middle Tennessee area, is positioning NFL Network on channel 40 and in HD on channel 340. NFL Network also has scored a deal with BendBroadband in Oregon in time for Thursday night's Bears-49ers contest, as well as NFL RedZone, which... (Multichannel News)

    Go All-In? How to Win  Nov 12, 2009
    At one Virgin Islands resort he points to meal-plan options that are fairly standard in the lodging industry - a three-meal Full American Plan, a two-meal Modified American Plan, and a European Plan which is no meals, all food a la carte. At this particular resort he notes that the full buffet breakfast is about $25 per person, and worth it, but for light eaters the resort offers a true continental breakfast, and it is free. (Fox News)

    Direct Response Industry Veterans Launch Suite of Services  Nov 12, 2009
    The announcement capitalizes on the industry trend by marketers to deliver integrated direct response and branding to deliver maximum ROI. The collective suite of services provides the ability to launch products and services using these best of breed services a la carte or as a completely integrated solution. Direct to Brand (D2B) - is a full service direct response agency that specializes in DRTV campaigns. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    ANA to Launch Innovative Services on International Flights  Nov 10, 2009
    In the greatest Japanese tradition of mixing hospitality with high technology, personalised a la carte service complements state-of-the-art entertainment systems and the latest in cabin design. ANA has been in the airline business for over 50 years, and combined with ANA Group companies, its activities extend across a host of complete travel and aviation-related services. (JCN Network, Japan)

    Largest cruise ship  Nov 10, 2009
    And even before setting foot on the ship, some passengers booked on Oasis already are complaining (on cruise message boards) about a la carte costs for gourmet cupcakes that will be sold at a specialty venue called The Cupcake Cupboard, the first floating shop of its kind. "The cupcakes are an amazing creation," said Royal Caribbean International President and CEO Adam Goldstein. (The Palm Beach Post)

    IMLS, White House Honor Arts and Education Programs for Underserved Youth  Nov 10, 2009
    Art a la Carte College Bound Dorchester Dorchester, MA Now in its 15th year, Art a la Carte (AalC) is an interactive arts education program offering 50 middle and high school students the opportunity to obtain in-depth sequential and cumulative arts instruction, develop portfolios for college, or gain practical skills in museum work. Art a la Carte links teens with some of Boston's finest artists and the local cultural community through classes, internships, work experiences, and field trips ...... (AbsoluteArts.com)

    GCI to use $425 million loan to repay debt  Nov 9, 2009
    InnerSea's CEO, Capt. Dan Blanchard, said the goal is to "appeal to travelers seeking comfort while participating in physically challenging adventures in the wilderness of the Last Frontier." Among included activities will be moderate-to-strenuous hiking, cave exploration, extended kayaking, rafting, stand-up paddle boarding and exploration by skiff; a la carte adventures on fully outfitted professional fishing boats and specialty programs such as heli-hiking and jet boat river tours will be... (Anchorage Daily News)

    Good Sam residents now head to ‘diner' for meals  Nov 6, 2009
    With several of the modifications already made to the current food service, Espelien also created a full menu for each table, printed daily, which offers an a la carte option and a daily special for the residents to choose from for both lunch and dinner. As of this week, breakfast will begin to grace the menu as well. (Forest City Summit, IO)

    Time Warner Cable 3Q profit falls 11 percent  Nov 6, 2009
    However, the cable TV industry as a whole is more resilient than other industries because while people might cut back on pay-per-view, they re reluctant to give up their TV. Also, cable s bundled video, Internet and phone service package usually is cheaper than buying the services a la carte. Time Warner Cable also is a distracted by its net debt, up 75 percent to $22 billion at the end of the quarter after paying a $10. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)

    Out of bounds  Nov 5, 2009
    They book trips for serious fans, giving them a sort of a la carte menu to custom build their road trip. The Cardinals, as it turns out, are one of their favorite clients. (AZCentral -- Sports)

    The Chalkboard  Nov 5, 2009
    At Miles River Middle School and the Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School, non-meat alternatives and a variety of a la carte items, as well as a large chef s salad are offered daily. Breakfasts are also available on a daily basis. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)

    US Airways: No cutbacks for Charlotte  Nov 4, 2009
    Parker defended the airline s checked-baggage fee and a la carte menu pricing. He acknowledged the charges were a sore spot for customers but said they were necessary to stanch the flow of red ink. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)

    Arts, attractions ticket deal designed to save families money  Nov 4, 2009
    A Christmas Carol' is included in the new Art a la Carte package ... Art a la Carte is a just-launched build-your-own subscription series where parents can get discounts of 20 percent to 25 percent to the Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Ballet, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and the Center for Puppetry Arts by purchasing tickets to three or more of them ... Depending on sales, Vann said Art a la Carte could be expanded to include more institutions, and could stretch beyond the family focus. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)

    Is excess molybdenum toxic to health?  Nov 3, 2009
    You can subscribe to the Green package or purchase the items a la carte on MCT Direct at. To subscribe, please call Rick DeChantal at Tribune Media Services at (800) 245-6536 or. (Montana Standard, MT)

    The secret to good food  Nov 3, 2009
    30am, you can go for the American breakfast from the a la carte menu. Buffet lunch is served from noon to 2. (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    Haunted Happenings  Oct 31, 2009
    Normal dinner hours (6 p.m.-1 a.m.) and a la carte menu remain inside; 8 and 10 p.m. Saturday; Meat Market, 915 Lincoln Rd., South Beach; $75, reservations required. 305-532-0088 or. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)

    Rickey's Restaurant in Marin County...  Oct 31, 2009
    As well as a la carte dining, Rickey's has an inexpensive fixed-price dinner menu, which includes three courses and a glass of wine or non-alcoholic drink. There's usually a choice of four starters, four entrees, and four desserts. (Suite101.com)

    Annual Chili Day set Nov. 3 at Marshall Methodist  Oct 30, 2009
    A la carte items will be available. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., and supper will be available from 5 to 7 p.m.. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)

    * RESTAURANTS : Shi-Yang Culture Restaurant is  Oct 30, 2009
    There is no a la carte selection X the prix fixe menu is determined by whatever fresh and local ingredients are available. The lush forest grounds of Shi-Yang, which cover around 5 hectares, look more like a quiet spiritual retreat. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)

    Along a quiet canal in Alsace, traditional yet inventive cuisine  Oct 28, 2009
    You can order a la carte or choose between several prix fixe menus. For 23 euros (about $34), you have the choice of an appetizer with main course, or a main course with dessert. (Boston Globe)

    Palo Alto officials plow under farmers market  Oct 28, 2009
    Customers could also visit the farmers market near the City Hall to buy produce a la carte. Councilman Larry Klein said the small number of participants in the CSA program makes it impossible for him to justify spending more city resources. (Palo Alto Online, CA)

    Lifeline for cross-dressers  Oct 27, 2009
    We may well offer degustation and a la carte but we will have to test the market. There's no point doing the same food in Singapore as Sydney,'' says Wakuda, who arrived in Sydney 27 years ago with just a suitcase and no English. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    The Road Crew  Oct 25, 2009
    The Downtown business is a spin-off of A La Carte Catering Inc., founded by Morris father, Herman Appel ... Run by Josh Hiller and Morris Appel, Road Stoves is actually a spin-off of A La Carte Catering Inc., a business run by Appels father, Herman Appel, that leases catering trucks ... Last year, A La Carte outfitted the first of the newfangled mobile kitchens the Kogi Korean barbecue truck. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)

    OnScreen Media Summit: Meyer Urges Industry To Value Its Content  Oct 22, 2009
    While Meyer believes in an authentication model, he is less-inclined to support an a la carte approach. "It may not be the best thing to promote the diversity of content," he said. (Multichannel News)

    School Committee to hear update on new lunch program  Oct 21, 2009
    Pre-paid milk service and any a la carte purchases are also included and processed on this system. Parents can access their child s meal account online at. (Lincoln Journal, MA)

    40 Experts a La Carte for MIDEM+  Oct 21, 2009
    40 Experts a La Carte for MIDEM. Press Release. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Court Tosses Bundling Suit Against MSOs, DBS  Oct 21, 2009
    After two years of winding through the federal courts, an anti-trust lawsuit in California claiming cable and satellite TV operators and programmers harmed consumers by not offering channels a la carte has been dismissed, though the attorney for the plaintiffs vows an appeal ... The gist of the case is that the plaintiffs claim that cable operators and networks harm consumers by bundling programming into packages and tiers rather than making them available a la carte. (Multichannel News)

    No. 9 Park is still tops  Oct 21, 2009
    The ever-changing seven-course chef s tasting menu can mirror the a la carte menu, sometimes bold, sometimes skillfully subdued, sometimes so subdued dishes seem drab ... A la carte: appetizers $19, entrees $39, dessert $12, cheese $6 per piece. (Boston Globe)

    Multichannel Newswire  Oct 21, 2009
    After two years of winding through the federal courts, an anti-trust lawsuit in California claiming cable and satellite TV operators and programmers harmed consumers by not offering channels a la carte has been dismissed, though the attorney for the plaintiffs vows an appeal. Starz Entertainment will launch five additional high-definition channels in 2010. (Multichannel News)

    Kyneton calling  Oct 20, 2009
    The plan is a large mezze menu, small a la carte offering, large bar and local wines, plus an imported range from Greece, Turkey and Lebanon. And cocktails, too. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    Business events  Oct 18, 2009
    Cost: free for full members, $25 for a la carte members, $35 for non-members and $10 for students. For reservations, send e-mail to RSVP@daytonabeachadfed. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)

    Thanksgiving at Pinehurst a buffet of fun  Oct 17, 2009
    Overnight hotel guests can choose to dine with a limited a la carte menu in the 1895 Grille at the Holly Inn from 4-9 p.m. for $37 per person. Call 910-235-8434 for reservations. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)

    SPOTLIGHT: The real cost of cheap school lunches  Oct 10, 2009
    The rest comes from students paying, either partially or in full, or from kids who buy a la carte items. Penny Parham, who directs nutrition programs for Miami-Dade schools, told Congress in March that staple food costs in Miami were up 23% since last year. (USA Today -- News)

    TBTF announces award finalists  Oct 10, 2009
    The awards ceremony will take place at the A La Carte Pavilion in Tampa Nov. 12. Tickets are available at www. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)

    FastPrivate 2009: List of winners  Oct 9, 2009
    60, Ops A La Carte LLC, 46. 61, All Covered Inc., 45. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)

    Dining Out: Let's do Brunch  Oct 8, 2009
    Everything is a la carte here so it can add up but this is one classy and tasty brunch ... This is another great modern Italian brunch a la carte style ... McMenemy's in Portsmouth has a great Irish themed brunch from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. It's a la carte and very family friendly. (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    Phoenix Old World Oktoberfest  Oct 8, 2009
    A la carte items range from $4 to $6, and meals are $8 or $9. With all of this food, we can only suggest wearing a loose pair of lederhosen. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)

    Comic book crusader  Oct 6, 2009
    And with the release of new English-translation editions of his most popular series Oishinbo, a la carte, his impact is set to be much wider. His Japanese friends know him by his nom de plume of Tetsu Kariya. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    Technotainment  Oct 4, 2009
    (If youre not a Zune Pass subscriber, you can still see the songs it suggests, in case youd like to buy them a la carte. . (Variety)

    All-new Latilla debuting at Boulders  Oct 2, 2009
    A la carte appetizers include corn chowder with pork belly and cotija cheese ($7), blue corn meal-dusted crab cakes ($15), buffalo carpaccio ($12) and hickory-grilled quail ($14). Main dishes range through scallops with piquillo peppers ($28), Kurobuta pork and beans ($30), pistachio-crusted swordfish ($33) and a daily organic vegetarian special ($22). (AZCentral -- Business)

    Why Comcast Wants NBC (at Forbes.com)  Oct 2, 2009
    Roberts and other cable bosses have resisted calls to make individual cable channels available a la carte. Roberts has also advocated against making TV shows available for free over the Web, and he is building out a Web video service dubbed Fancast that is only fully available to paying TV subscribers. (Multichannel News)

    Baggage fees join your overseas flights  Sep 30, 2009
    "I think baggage fees will be the most widespread of the a la carte fees, because they truly are optional," he said. "You don't have to check a bag.". (MSNBC -- Travel)

    Preparing your iPhone for international travel  Sep 30, 2009
    When you travel to a foreign country, this cheap smorgasbord of bits and bytes becomes a pricey a la carte menu. Worst case scenario, you don't sign up for any international plan and use your phone as you would at home, checking e-mail, sending photos and adjusting your fantasy football roster from the beach while enjoying an ice-cold beer and taunting your friends in chillier climates. (MSNBC -- Technology)

    Telemundo event grows to 85 exhibitors  Sep 25, 2009
    In its second year, it moved to the A La Carte Pavilion and drew more than 2,500 along with 25 sponsors. In year No. 3, it grew to nearly 4,000 people along with 45 sponsors. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)

    Dining Services clear up student misconceptions  Sep 23, 2009
    Comparing [costs of the dining hall] to the cost of retail groceries or even what a student might select a la carte from a private restaurant is really like comparing apples to oranges, Sams said. The cost structure of anything within a collegiate/university environment really doesn t compare, plus it is an all you care to eat structure, not limited. (The Daily Targum, NJ)

    SF Bay Area Diners Adjust Habits in Response to Slow Economy  Sep 23, 2009
    Best of all, many restaurants are sticking to prix fixe lunches for $25, and dinners for $30 year-round (not just during Dine around Town), while other restaurants like the Ritz-Carlton Dining Room and Masa's are offering bargain a la carte and prix fixe options. Winners: Showing that top-of-the-line dining is still going strong, Gary Danko not only reclaimed the title for Top Food, but won for Most Popular and Top Service this year. (PR Newswire)

    2010: Year of the travel deal  Sep 22, 2009
    The trend towards a la carte pricing will definitely continue in 2010, says Todd Dirks, a vice president at WNS, a business process outsourcing company. Airlines have found this to be a material and sustainable source of revenue. (MSNBC -- Travel)

    Predicament of the Haves  Sep 22, 2009
    Those who choose to use a spouse s plan also have the option of a la carte benefits for things like dental or vision care. So far, they haven t had too many questions yet for HR staff, but recruits have many, says David Stacey, recruiting director at the Amherst firm. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)

    Affordable health care is moral obligation  Sep 21, 2009
    Horatio Bunce wrote on Sep 20, 2009 8:21 AM:" While Rev. Davis has some compelling points, there are two sides to this discussion. First, the W.H.O. is a United Nations organization and is strongly biased to favor government run organizations. The ONLY reason that the U.S. is not at the top of the list is that we are a free country where individual responsibility rather than government (taxpayer paid) handouts is paramount. Secondly, the argument that people do not have access to health care is... (Longview Daily News, WA)

    Savoring elegant yet relaxed Bordeaux  Sep 20, 2009
    Prix fixe lunch $43, dinner $72; a la carte about $144 without wine. Restaurant Le Savoie. (Boston Globe)

    UK turns down 'jungle migrants'  Sep 19, 2009
    " Mr Besson said it would be the local Calais authorities who would set the exact date for clearing the tents and makeshift shelters, but regardless, it would be closed before the end of next week. 'Asylum a la carte'He promised that the operation would be carried out humanely and that each illegal immigrant would be offered the chance to apply for asylum or to return voluntarily to their country of origin. None would be forcibly returned, he added. Mr Guterres also called on all European... (BBC News -- Europe)

    Champions Online  Sep 19, 2009
    Most veteran players will be comfortable with selecting their powers a la carte, but even they will be flummoxed by the game's refusal to explain important terms. Just knowing that the Defiant power applies a Defiant buff isn't really enough to go on. (IGN PC Games)

    Dauman: More Epix Deals to Come  Sep 18, 2009
    "If in certain markets they want to build it on a la carte and flip to a tier, they have the ability to do that.". While Dauman did not reveal pricing for the channel, he predicted it would be profitable "sometime next year or earlier the following year." That, he added, is a function of it low cost of operation. (Multichannel News)

    Big on fitness, low on cost  Sep 17, 2009
    We are an a la carte facility, said Heidi Brown, co-owner of the business. There s no waiting, and workouts will be structured for you. (Somerville Journal, MA)

    NY Comptroller audits district lunch program  Sep 16, 2009
    The report notes that of a random sampling of ten vending and a la carte items, three of them the cheddar and bacon flavored potato, potato sticks, and potato crisps did not meet the district s standards for fat, saturated fat, sodium and sugar. Of the guidelines the Comptroller s office selected to use for the review, CSD Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kathleen Farrell expressed concern. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)

    Panama resort has it all for $109/night  Sep 16, 2009
    Get pampered at the a la carte Blue Mahoe Spa with a steam room, sauna and Jacuzzi. Massage, facial, body scrubs, reflexology, manicure and pedicure available at reasonable prices. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)

    Nokia makes it easier for developers  Sep 15, 2009
    Here, the Nokia Music Store offers an a la carte music purchasing model by tracks or albums. Sponsored Links. (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    A model guide to going deeper in yoga practice  Sep 14, 2009
    No doubt, some yoga purists will be driven mad by Yoga for Wii s distinctly Western a la carte approach to an ancient spiritual tradition. That s because Yoga for Wii () touches on multiple disciplines at the same time. (Boston Globe)

    SYVUHS IB could return  Sep 12, 2009
    Qualified students can either enroll in the full diploma program, which offers courses such as Latin and psychology, or simply take IB classes a la carte. Since the program s inception only two students have received IB diplomas, Allen Aho and Rayna Jenson. (Santa Maria Times)

    Do-it-yourselfer Q&A  Sep 11, 2009
    com; or, you may purchase individual columns a la carte on MCT Direct at www. mctdirect. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)

    What does your family want/need in health insurance?  Sep 11, 2009
    What we all need are more choices, not fewer an a la carte method of insuring perhaps. Remember too, insurance is supposed to be for covering the unexpected. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)

    The Chalkboard  Sep 11, 2009
    At Miles River Middle School and the Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School, non-meat alternatives and a variety of a la carte items are offered daily. Breakfasts are also available on a daily basis. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)

    Chef Q & A: Hot dog fans can find favorites at Sebastian stand  Sep 10, 2009
    Everything I do is a la carte. About 30 percent of my customers aren't even going to the Home Depot. (Florida Today)

    IGN.ImageLoader.delayByView("hub_spotlight3", "http://pcmedia.ign.com/pc/image/item/301/3018470/pc_D&D_011106_spot.jpg");  Sep 10, 2009
    DDO Unlimited introduces an innovative new pricing model that allows players to download and play for free, purchasing adventure packs, items, and account services a la carte from the new DDO Store, or to subscribe to get unlimited access to all of the game's content. Starting today, players can download and play DDO Unlimited for free by visiting http://www. (IGN PC Games)

    Air plants can grow without soil  Sep 10, 2009
    There's no need to even attach them; they can sit in a shallow dish, in the crook of another plant or even in a display case a la carte for their striking, unique beauty. "They're very sculptural," Quigley says. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    New menu has students, teachers excited at PLS  Sep 7, 2009
    The only thing left for the garbage is napkins and wrappers from the a la carte line, which includes fruit leather snacks, organic energy bars, dried fruit and pita chips. This is probably the most exciting thing on my desk right now, said Kamyar Enshayan, director of the UNI Center for Energy and Environmental Education. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Group urges reinstatement of IB program  Sep 7, 2009
    Qualified students can either enroll in the full diploma program, which offers courses such as Latin and psychology, or simply take IB classes a la carte. Since the program s inception at Santa Ynez, only two students have received IB diplomas, Aho s brother Allen and Rayna Jenson. (Santa Maria Times)

    Catch games on your iPhone, just 99 cents  Sep 6, 2009
    The 99-cent games are great options to those fans who do not have MLB.TV and who want the a la carte convenience. Apple's newest feature also includes customizable notifications, so if you have MLB.com At Bat 2009, then you will be notified whenever a game is about to start. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)

    The curse of the flat tummy and white teeth ads  Sep 5, 2009
    They can block a certain ad, sure, but there are so many variants of these scam ads in the networks that its far too arduous to block them a la carte. They need institutional help from the networks themselves. (MSNBC -- Business)

    12 spots to chill out  Sep 4, 2009
    A large a la carte menu offers a variety of lunch and breakfast items. Reservations required. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)

    D&D Online: Eberron Unlimited  Sep 2, 2009
    DDO Unlimited introduces an innovative new pricing model that allows players to download and play for free, purchasing adventure packs, items, and account services a la carte from the new DDO Store, or to subscribe to get unlimited access to all of the game's content. DDO Unlimited raises the level cap, introduces a new player class, adds major new content and makes the game free to play for everyone. (IGN PC Games)

    Farmers teaching farmers  Sep 1, 2009
    The cost to new farmers is 160 for eight session ( 240 for two with one set of handouts); and 80 for experienced farmers ( 25 a la carte). The Tri-River Area Extension serves Montrose, Delta, Mesa and Ouray counties. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)

    Ft Lauderdale Spa Chic Promotion Of...  Aug 31, 2009
    Ft Lauderdale Spa Chic Promotion Offers Deals. Ft Lauderdale Spa Chic Promotion Offers Deals. (Suite101.com)

    How the travel industry can win back your favor  Aug 30, 2009
    Its time to say it: A la carte fees are a failure. Sure, they bring in lots of money just look at how much the airlines have made this year from but a closer look reveals an often-negative correlation between fees and profitability. (MSNBC -- Travel)

    Schools must lead healthy foods effort  Aug 30, 2009
    One way to help kids eat "real food" is to give them good choices - let's put salad bars in every school and ban all "a la carte" offerings. Finance: We need to make school lunch a priority by allocating at least an additional dollar toward food. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)

    Cable's 'TV Everywhere' Hulu-Killer Is Doomed  Aug 30, 2009
    The Cable companies exist in a very profitable regulatory regime where they are forced by must-carry and related rules to carry a large number of channels that consumers wouldn't pay for a la carte. In the Internet TV world they will naturally be forced to go a la carte since they won't have a local monopoly on distribution. (Multichannel News)

    Prostitutes turn models  Aug 28, 2009
    The brightly-hued T-shirts and mini-dresses sported inscriptions like 'Daspu a la carte', 'Whore serving' or 'Puta libre', a reference to the Cuba libre rum cocktail. This year, the fashion show closed an event organised by the city to "celebrate health and citizenship" that was supported by artists and circus dancers. (iAfrica.com)

    Q&A with Westford School Supt. Bill Olsen  Aug 28, 2009
    I m always concerned that we ve made education across the state and across the country into an a la carte education. Those who can afford to pay for certain services can have them. (Westford Eagle, MA)

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