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Traveling grocer set to pop up in L.A.
New York-based Pop Up Grocer aims to introduce shoppers to innovative natural brands in a fun, inviting atmosphere.
By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 03, 2020 -
Hy-Vee to open 6 more Dollar Fresh stores
The rural stores will open by late summer and feature special discount sections, prepared foods and service departments.
By Jeff Wells • Jan. 28, 2020 -
A look inside Ahold Delhaize's 24/7 frictionless store
The 150-square-foot display location at NRF showcased the technology that the grocer says rivals Amazon Go.
By Krishna Thakker • Jan. 14, 2020 -
Martin's shutters Portage Meat & Market
The store, which was converted from a traditional Martin's Super Market format, will close on Jan. 25 after two years of operation.
By Lauren Stine • Jan. 10, 2020 -
Loop integrates 'NanoStore' template for its 1st cashierless format
The convenience store partnered with tech company AiFi on an autonomous location at a Shell gas station in Silicon Valley that will open this month.
By Krishna Thakker • Jan. 07, 2020 -
Specialty grocer Green Aisle to close up shop
The Philadelphia-based company, owned by renowned foodies, operated two small grocery stores focused on organic and local products.
By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 02, 2020 -
Jungle Jim's adds new bourbon bar and event space
The Oscar Station, opening later this month behind the company's store in Fairfield, Ohio, will feature more than 40 bourbons.
By Jennifer Sweeney • Jan. 01, 2020 -
Publix's GreenWise comes full circle in Florida
The grocer has opened two new stores in Lakeland and Boca Raton, and has transitioned a prototype GreenWise location to its legacy brand.
By Lauren Stine • Dec. 16, 2019 -
Hy-Vee's new format steels it against discounters and Walmart
Dollar Fresh offers steeply discounted products as well as a range of perishable goods, full-service meat and pharmacy.
By Jeff Wells • Dec. 12, 2019 -
Dive Awards
Alternative Format of the Year: Giant Heirloom Market
Giant Food Stores's fresh-focused banner is a hit in Philadelphia and a leading example of grocers' shift into smaller stores.
By Jessica Dumont • Dec. 09, 2019 -
Local grocery concept debuts in Denver
Leevers Locavore, which opened its first store in the heart of the city, combines a grocery store with a food hall and focuses on locally sourced products.
By Jennifer Sweeney • Dec. 02, 2019 -
Ahold Delhaize's 'NanoStore' heads to the airport
The retailer's Albert Heijn grocery chain has planted its 150-square-foot, Amazon Go-like store at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport through January.
By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 27, 2019 -
Sedano's debuts new look at 35th Florida store
The Hispanic grocer will host a grand opening Wednesday complete with giveaways and cooking demonstrations to show off its in-store dining, hot food station and sandwich bar.
By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 05, 2019 -
Giant's third Heirloom Market taps into a top trend
A below-level hangout featuring a wide assortment of drinks and games underscores grocers' desire to elevate the in-store bar concept.
By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 25, 2019 -
Deep Dive'Change is coming': An inside look at Hy-Vee's new store formats
Over the past two years, the Iowa-based grocery chain has rolled out three formats that seek to win customers over as exceedingly relevant and convenient places to shop.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 24, 2019 -
Sendik's Food Market opens 'experiential' store
The grocer's $5 million remodel in Brookfield, Wisconsin, added features including a made-to-order grilling station, apparel and home goods.
By Lauren Stine • Oct. 21, 2019 -
Discount, convenience stores poised for fastest offline growth, analysis says
Increased urbanization and smaller households have led to more frequent trips and smaller basket sizes, according to Edge by Ascential.
By Lauren Stine • Oct. 18, 2019 -
Sports venues are the latest testing ground for checkout-free stores
The Sacramento Kings' Golden 1 Center will open a store with Zippin next month while the Worcester Red Sox will unveil a location with Standard Cognition in April 2021.
By Jessica Dumont • Sept. 26, 2019 -
The future of food retail points to fresh formats and dollar stores
While traditional grocers, drug stores and large warehouse stores fall behind, these two categories continue to thrive, according to a report by Inmar Analytics.
By Jennifer Sweeney • Sept. 11, 2019 -
At long last, Kroger's downtown Cincinnati store set to open
The highly anticipated store, which opens this month after more than a decade in the works, features a 100-seat food hall and emphasizes fresh and prepared foods.
By Lauren Stine • Sept. 10, 2019 -
Deep DiveSmall wonders: How grocers are trying to get scaled-down stores just right
Retailers are forging ahead with bold new formats that can go where their legacy stores can't. Can they roll out quickly enough to make an impact?
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 10, 2019 -
Inside the store: Alltown Fresh opens in Connecticut
The convenience market's newest location emphasizes local produce, made-to-order meals and an extensive beverage selection.
By Krishna Thakker • Sept. 04, 2019 -
Japanese supercenter retailer has big plans for the U.S.
Don Quijote's cluttered stores and bright signage have resonated overseas, and now its parent company is developing a new format for American consumers.
By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 26, 2019 -
Giant breaks ground on urban flagship in Philadelphia
The two-story location takes inspiration from Giant Heirloom Market and will support the banner's continued investment in the city.
By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 15, 2019 -
Meet the multi-format store
Denver's Choice Market is a c-store, grocer and fast-casual restaurant that does nearly a third of its business online — and it has big growth plans.
By Jeff Wells • Aug. 14, 2019
