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WANTED: America's Greatest Grilling Gurus: $10,000 Reward Plus a Trip to NYC for the Macy's 4th of J

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WANTED: America’s Greatest Grilling Gurus: $10,000 Reward Plus a Trip to NYC for the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks!

Macy’s celebrates America’s love of grilling as part of “American Icons” campaign

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Today, Macy’s (NYS: M) will kickoff “Macy’s Great American Grilling Guru,” a national search for the country’s ultimate master of the grill, in celebration of our country’s passion for backyard grilling and part of Macy’s American Icons campaign. Those who think they have the recipe that can beat the heat can enter to win via facebook.com/macys from April 9 through April 27. Six finalists will be pitted against each other in a “Sizzle Showdown” on June 8 in Atlanta, GA. One winner will earn the coveted title of America’s Greatest Grilling Guru and receive the grand prize: $10,000 and a trip to Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks in New York City.

Macy’s Culinary Council Chefs Cat Cora, Marc Forgione and Stephanie Izard to Judge Sizzle Showdown as part of Macy’s Great American Grilling Guru Contest (Photo: Business Wire)

“Firing up the grill and sharing a meal with family has long been a favorite American pastime, and Macy’s Great American Grilling Guru provides us a platform to celebrate this time-honored tradition,” said Amy Kule, group vice president for Macy’s Parade and Entertainment Group. “This promotion will help kickoff Macy’s American Icons campaign by giving customers coast-to-coast an opportunity to show off their best grilling recipes, with the winner to receive a trip to Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, one of the most all-American events that we enjoy as a nation.”

Macy’s Great American Grilling Guru will launch with a national search on Macy’s Facebook page (facebook.com/macys) to find the country’s greatest grill chef. From April 9 through April 27, those who think they have the best to offer on the grill can submit a prized recipe along with an image of the finished dish for an opportunity to earn a spot in the Sizzle Showdown*. Six finalists will win a trip to Macy’s Lenox Square in Atlanta, GA, where they will compete in the Sizzle Showdown hosted by Tracye Hutchins, co-anchor of CBS’s “Better Mornings Atlanta,”andjudged by Macy’s Culinary Council chefs Cat Cora, Marc Forgione and Stephanie Izard, three of our country’s top culinary talents. After two rounds of competition, the Macy’s Culinary Council chefs will select the winner, who …read more

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Macy's Salutes "American Icons" This Summer

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Macy’s Salutes “American Icons” This Summer

Beginning in May, the retailer will pay tribute to the spirit of the U.S.A. through specially-curated merchandise, themed events, cherished pastimes and a cause initiative to support America’s veterans

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Macy’s (NYS: M) today announced American Icons, a cross-country tribute to the beloved traditions, people and landscapes of America. From baseball and drive-in movies to legendary designers and destinations, America’s department store is honoring the popular brands, all-star events, cherished pastimes and meaningful causes that have contributed to our culture. An early summer celebration of the people, places and things that inspire our dreams, fuel our passions and make us proud to live in the land of the free, Macy’s American Icons will officially kick-off in mid-May and extend through July.

Launching mid-May, Macy’s salutes “American Icons” (Photo: Business Wire)

“Macy’s is America’s Department Store and through this campaign we’re celebrating the unique people, places and things that make our country great,” said Martine Reardon, Macy’s chief marketing officer. “In addition to collections from incredible brands including Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein and Michael Kors, we’re embarking on a nationwide tribute that will feature some of America’s most beloved and nostalgic pastimes including the drive-in, baseball and grilling, along with a program to support and celebrate America’s veterans.”

Macy’s has worked with some of America’s most popular brands to curate American Icons merchandise that brings together exclusive fashion and accessories and distinctive home product, including special collections from some of America’s most beloved brands and designers, including Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, MICHAEL Michael Kors, Tommy Hilfiger, Levi and Nike to represent some of the things that evoke American style and design from coast-to-coast.

Give Back. Get Back. – Got Your 6

One of the nation’s newest veteran support initiatives, Got Your 6 launched in 2012 with the aim to change the conversation around America’s millions of military veterans. In the military, “got your six” is a term that means “I’ve got your back.” Uniting the resources of the entertainment industry with a coalition of more than 30 veteran-focused, nonprofit partners, the collaboration is dedicated to improving veteran reintegration, celebrating veterans as leaders and civic assets, …read more

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