Prepared foods
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Stop & Shop offers free access to meal-planning service
Up to 30,000 shoppers get free access to The Dinner Daily, which delivers weekly digital meal plans and shopping lists based on preset preferences.
By Lauren Manning • Sept. 13, 2019 -
Whole Foods to stock ready-to-eat meals from Snap Kitchen
The grocer will test 35 meals covering breakfast, lunch and dinner at six locations in Austin, Texas.
By Jessica Dumont • Sept. 11, 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 -
Prepared foods drive deli sales, but gaps remain
The department generates about $12.7 billion annually, according to the Food Marketing Institute, but 88% of shoppers say they'd like to see more variety and flavor.
By Jessica Dumont • Sept. 06, 2019 -
What does it take to go compostable? PCC is finding out
The Seattle grocer plans to make all of its deli packaging compostable within three years, but getting there isn't easy.
By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 28, 2019 -
The newest trend in meal kits: school lunches
Companies like Yumble and Nurture Life are catering to kids' food preferences as parents look for healthy, convenient school-year solutions.
By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 16, 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 -
Deep DiveGrocers look to grab-and-go as a differentiator
Quick meals and sides are prevalent at the grocery store, but retailers have to execute well if they want to profit.
By Lauren Manning • Aug. 13, 2019 -
Snap Kitchen expands meal delivery to 15 markets
The company, which began as a brick-and-mortar retailer, now fills orders in San Antonio, Oklahoma City and Washington, D.C.
By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 05, 2019 -
Deep DiveShoppers drink to their health at in-store beverage bars
From bean-to-cup coffee to fresh juices made daily, in-store beverage services give shoppers a reason to frequent their favorite retailers.
By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 05, 2019 -
How grocery meals are evolving
Prepared foods and meal solutions have become a mainstay at grocery stores across the country, from small operators to national chains. This summer, Grocery Dive is taking a closer look at some of the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping consumer demand and the future of prepared foods. ...
By Grocery Dive team • Aug. 05, 2019 -
Inside the store: QFC's new Seattle flagship
The Kroger banner's first new store in nearly a decade features dining, a local assortment and extras like a mini mushroom farm.
By Jeff Wells • Aug. 02, 2019 -
Giant Heirloom Market keeps sights set on Philadelphia
The second of four locations in the city of Brotherly Love will be 9,950 square feet and feature a wide range of prepared foods, local products, gluten-free and plant-based foods.
By Jessica Dumont • July 17, 2019 -
Deep DiveBowled over: Grocers embrace latest foodservice trend
More Americans are enjoying the convenience and flavor of bowl-style meals, and food retailers have taken note.
By Jessica Dumont • July 16, 2019 -
23% of US smartphone users will use a food delivery app by 2023
Consumers will increasingly turn to third-party apps to place food orders, highlighting future opportunities for grocers in meal delivery.
By Lauren Manning • July 10, 2019 -
Sushi merger could mean additional kiosk growth in grocery stores
European sushi chain Yo! Sushi will pay more than $100 million for a majority stake in Houston-based Snowfox, which operates 700 store kiosks, primarily in supermarkets.
By Jennifer Sweeney • July 03, 2019 -
Deep DiveAs e-commerce rises, grocers grapple with prepared food delivery
Customized sandwiches, salads and hot-bar selections have been a hit in stores. Can grocers satisfy demand online?
By Jessica Dumont • July 01, 2019 -
7-Eleven adds location-based delivery option
The convenience store's latest in-app feature allows consumers to order hot and fresh food from a public place like a park or a beach.
By Julie Littman • June 24, 2019 -
Amazon Restaurants to close US operations
The online retailer is leaving the competitive restaurant delivery segment after only four years.
By Julie Littman • June 11, 2019 -
Deep DiveCan grocers make in-store meal kits work?
Demand is growing, but questions remain over shelf life, in-store merchandising and 'right-sizing' assortment in the new prepared foods category.
By Jeff Wells • June 04, 2019 -
Foodservice accounts for 23% of convenience store sales, report finds
Over half of Americans order a meal at least once a month at gas station stores, revealing that diners often choose ready-to-eat items over QSRs.
By Lauren Manning • May 16, 2019 -
Publix debuts 'pub sub' delivery
Customers can now order the retailer's popular sandwiches through Instacart's same-day service.
By Krishna Thakker • May 16, 2019 -
SponsoredBananas are the next big thing in packaged foods
A creamy, plant-based dairy alternative, bananas are the perfect health and snack food ingredient.
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ShopRite to open 'state of the art' store in CT
The 67,000-square-foot location in Cromwell, Connecticut includes a variety of foodservice options along with a culinary center, health and wellness services and e-commerce integrations.
By Krishna Thakker • May 13, 2019 -
Parents embrace discounts, digital coupons and e-commerce
Many also choose grocery stores for services like prepared foods and click-and-collect, according to a report from marketing firm Valassis.
By Jessica Dumont • May 03, 2019
