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Research shows storytelling crucial to brand performance
If your store is not providing a platform for brands to share their stories, you’re missing out.
March 18, 2024 -
Mapping Publix’s growth throughout the Southeast
The Florida-based company opened 45 stores in 2023 as it looks to strengthen its position against rapidly evolving competition.
By Peyton Bigora • March 13, 2024 -
Can Whole Foods succeed with another scaled-down store?
While grocers like Kroger have struggled to establish small-format banners, experts say there's still an opportunity for these convenience-focused shops.
By Peyton Bigora • March 5, 2024 -
Whole Foods to debut new small-format stores
The Amazon-owned grocer’s Whole Foods Market Daily Shop concept aims to offer urban residents a scaled-down shopping experience.
By Peyton Bigora • March 4, 2024 -
Publix goes bigger and bolder with new store prototype
The grocer just opened its third location under the new experience-focused design — a 55,701-square-foot store in Florida that features an olive bar, outdoor seating, on-tap drinks and more.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 5, 2024 -
Inside the store: Wegmans’ foodservice paradise in Manhattan
The grocer’s first Manhattan location, which devotes nearly an entire floor to meal solutions and sports three dozen self-checkout kiosks, has all of the trappings of a full-scale supermarket.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 24, 2024 -
NRF 2024
Inside the inaugural Foodservice Innovation Zone at NRF’s Big Show
For the first time, “future-forward” food tech vendors had a designated space at this year’s conference. Here’s a look at some of the innovators.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 17, 2024 -
Bristol Farms closing innovation-focused store in Irvine, California
Newfound Market, which served as a foodservice destination and testing ground for technology like smart carts, is closing after less than two years.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 8, 2024 -
Amazon closes its last Fresh Pickup site
The shuttering of the second drive-up location marks the end of this concept for the retail giant as it proceeds with its grocery business revamp.
By Peyton Bigora • Jan. 5, 2024 -
NJ ShopRite operator implements locker-based delivery for food desert
The grocer has received $250,000 in state funding to help cover the cost of a temperature-controlled locker at a women's resource center in Newark.
By Peyton Bigora • Dec. 21, 2023 -
Deep Dive
Mapping Sprouts’ ambitious growth plan
From continued West Coast expansion to its charge up the East Coast, here's a visual guide to the specialty grocer's progress in new and existing markets.
By Peyton Bigora , Jasmine Ye Han , Shaun Lucas • Dec. 13, 2023 -
Aisles Abroad: How Canadian grocer Freson Bros. embraces its roots
In-store “zones” like the Root Cellar, Mother Dough Bread Co. and Banj’s Smokehouse feed into the grocer’s goal of “honoring the craft of food tradition,” said President Doug Lovsin.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Dec. 6, 2023 -
Meijer to open latest small-format store in early 2024 in Cleveland
The 40,000-square-foot store, known as Fairfax Market, will occupy space in a public-private development intended to tackle food insecurity and promote economic development.
By Sam Silverstein • Dec. 5, 2023 -
Kroger, Kitchen United shutter in-store ghost kitchens
The ghost kitchen firm, which had eight locations with the grocery chain, said it is moving away from physical locations to become a software company.
By Catherine Douglas Moran , Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Nov. 28, 2023 -
Inside Northgate González Market’s immersive new ‘Mercado’
The store in Costa Mesa, California, celebrates the Mexican culinary experience with authentic cuisine, food stalls and a fine-dining restaurant.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 28, 2023 -
New Seasons Market starts sensory-friendly shopping hour
For one hour a week, the West Coast grocer’s stores will not play music and will reduce announcements in an effort to create a more inclusive environment for shoppers.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 3, 2023 -
Sponsored by CPA
Revolutionizing grocery chains: The power of commercial kitchens
Incorporating Commercial and Ghost Kitchens into grocery chains signifies an industry transformation. It's a strategy that addresses consumer demands and positions grocery chains to excel in a competitive market.
Oct. 30, 2023 -
Schnucks prepares to debut another small-format grocery store
The newly constructed, 23,000-square-foot location in Oak Grove Village, Missouri, will feature technology including electronic shelf labels and a robotic shelf-scanning system, a spokesman said.
By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 5, 2023 -
How grocers can tap shopper psychology to spruce up store designs
Architect Kevin Kelley says smaller selling floors and curated selections are the next design evolution for regional and small chains trying to stand out against large competitors.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 2, 2023 -
How Food Lion’s walk-in produce coolers help differentiate the chain
While the company has touted the ability to keep produce fresher for longer, experts say the real value is in the unique shopping experience the coolers offer.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 5, 2023 -
Aldi’s purchase of Winn-Dixie sets up a powerful force in grocery, report says
The German grocer's move to absorb the chain could resonate far beyond the Sunshine State, according to research released Tuesday by Dunnhumby.
By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 30, 2023 -
Winn-Dixie opens in-store Party City department
The store-within-a-store format at the regional grocer’s newest location puts an emphasis on shopper convenience.
By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 24, 2023 -
Kroger converts Tennessee store into self-checkout-only
The grocer said it recently made the switch at a store in Franklin with plans to do so at another one in the state later this year.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 27, 2023 -
Sponsored by Catania Oils
Gear up for a delightful holiday season filled with home baking
Read up on how to give your customers the plant-based alternatives they want this holiday season.
June 12, 2023 -
H-E-B expands its discount format
Several years after opening its last Joe V’s location, H-E-B is reigniting the banner with two locations set to open in Dallas by 2025.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 7, 2023