Prepared foods

Why Hormel launched a meal kit for consumers with swallowing disorders

The company says the new line under the Thick & Easy brand are a big quality of life improvement for the millions of adults with dysphagia.
By Cathy Siegner • March 19, 2019
Amazon Meal Kits surface at Whole Foods

First launched online in 2017, the kits are now sold at select stores in California, Nevada and Arizona.
By Jessica Dumont • March 18, 2019
Nearly 100M Americans still want to try meal kits, report says

While the large number of consumers who have never tried one points to a market companies could tap into, major players like Blue Apron have struggled to find success.
By Jennifer Sweeney • March 14, 2019
H-E-B surprises guests with fine dining meal at SXSW

The Texas-based retailer invited influencers and foodies for a six-course dinner under the guise of "ITK Restaurant Group" to promote its "In the Kitchen" program.
By Krishna Thakker • March 12, 2019
Aldi store brands dominate BrandSpark awards

More than 10,000 consumers voted the discounter's private label tops in categories like salad bowls, hummus and kid snacks.
By Jennifer Sweeney • March 11, 2019
In-store meal kits are driving sector growth, Nielsen says

Retailers introduced 187 new meal kit items last year, while 2.2 million more U.S. households bought selections from their local grocer.
By Jennifer Sweeney • March 06, 2019
Shoppers are looking for 'healthy swaps'

Jackfruit burgers and cauliflower crust pizza are just a few of the better-for-you substitutions that more consumers are making, according to Nielsen.
By Jennifer Sweeney • Feb. 28, 2019
Delivery mobile app market to hit $16.6B in 2023, report says

Allied Market Research predicts that the global segment is expected to grow at an annual rate of close to 30%, driven by rising internet penetration, standard of living and mobile usage.
By Alicia Kelso • Feb. 20, 2019
Gen Z consumers want healthier, more convenient food

Those born between 1995 and 2010 have helped move food culture from three sit-down meals a day to several snacks, according to a Packaged Facts report.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 13, 2019
Kroger bringing Home Chef meal kits to 500 more stores

The retailer and its acquired meal kit company will also begin offering customizable recipes to online subscribers.
By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 06, 2019
Winner, winner, chicken dinner: How Super Bowl snacks reflect trends

Although wings are expected to dominate the game with another year of strong sales, more American consumers are adding plant-based protein options to their Sunday spreads.
By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 01, 2019
Blue Apron introduces new retail line on Jet

The embattled company will offer a meal kit that bundles sauces, grains, spices and a recipe that shoppers then pair with retailer produce or protein.
By Jeff Wells • Jan. 31, 2019
Chef'd mounts a comeback

The meal kit company and new owner True Food Innovations are rolling out offerings focused on quick preparation and extended shelf life.
By Lauren Manning • Jan. 29, 2019
Plated CEO drops out 3 months after co-founder

Parent company Albertsons announced the departure of the meal kit's CEO and co-founder Josh Hix but did not give a reason.
By Kristine Sherred • Jan. 24, 2019
British grocer trials plastic-free produce department

A store in suburban London will sell package-free fruits and vegetables and also have service staff on hand to offer tips on reducing food waste at home.
By Jennifer Sweeney • Jan. 23, 2019
Hy-Vee rolls out WW Fresh quick-prep meals in 200 stores

New two-person offerings like a lemon, chicken and kale salad come pre-chopped and pre-cooked, and range from $14 to $20.
By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 15, 2019
Meal kits offer express options to woo consumers

Brands like Sun Basket and Purple Carrot are introducing quick-prep lines to get easy meals on the table faster and expand their customer base.
By Jennifer Sweeney • Jan. 15, 2019
Our 10 best stories of 2018

Take a look back at a collection of some of Grocery Dive's most-read stories, which together paint a picture of a year defined by change.
By Grocery Dive staff • Dec. 21, 2018
Eataly's Las Vegas location breaks down barriers between restaurants, stores

The company's latest culinary marketplace will be its first to be open 24 hours and plans to closely integrate eating, shopping and learning.
By Jennifer Sweeney • Dec. 14, 2018
Proliferation in meal kits, online grocery reflects consumer love of home-cooked meals

The annual study from online grocer Peapod shows more than half of people want to cook more healthy meals in the new year.
By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 14, 2018
Meet Flippy, Walmart's newest fry cook

Currently testing at the company's Bentonville headquarters, the robot cook automates the frying process for basic deli items like chicken tenders.
By Krishna Thakker • Dec. 13, 2018
Fresco y Mas opens Caribbean-focused store

The Lauderhill, Florida store will offer goat and oxtail, island produce like jackfruit and root vegetables, as well as Caribbean spices and snacks.
By Krishna Thakker • Dec. 04, 2018
Meal kit sales will slow in the coming years: report

The industry's many challenges aside, steep growth will eventually give way to a more mature market as brands like HelloFresh and Blue Apron continue to evolve, according to Packaged Facts.
By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 29, 2018
Is Blue Apron's partnership with Costco on the rocks?

Sales of the company's meal kits are on pause at the wholesale giant during the holidays, but CEO Brad Dickerson says it is aiming to return in 2019.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 27, 2018
Q&A
Q&A: The Fresh Market returns to its roots

Chief marketing officer Mary Kellmanson explains why the grocer is slowing expansion to focus on what makes it unique from other specialty retailers.
By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 26, 2018