Foodservice
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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 -
Consumers are taking a ‘hybrid’ approach to meal prep. Here’s how grocers can help.
The rise of combining scratch cooking with prepared foods from grocery stores is expected to continue next year, per new research from FMI – The Food Industry Association.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 27, 2023 -
Sprouts expands partnership with Phoenix coffee chain
Following a successful pilot, the grocer has opened a Press Coffee bar in a store in Scottsdale, Arizona, and plans to bring the concept to three more locations in the city during the coming weeks.
By Peyton Bigora • Nov. 21, 2023 -
Publix’s holiday meal bundles available for delivery through Instacart
The heat-and-serve meals build on the trend of food retailers bringing convenience to shoppers this holiday season.
By Peyton Bigora • Nov. 20, 2023 -
How grocery shoppers are planning to celebrate winter holidays amid food cost concerns
Half of surveyed consumers said they’re concerned about rising prices for holiday celebrations, per findings from FMI – The Food Industry Association.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 15, 2023 -
Deep Dive
Foodservice ‘renaissance’: How grocers are spicing up their deli and premade meals
As supermarkets increasingly replace restaurant meals, they’re looking to offer better prices alongside flavor innovation, deals and new shopping experiences.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 6, 2023 -
Order up! How grocers are replicating the restaurant experience in retail
As the gap widens between grocery and restaurant prices, food retailers see an opportunity to turn up the heat on their made-to-order meals to lure cost-conscious consumers.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 30, 2023 -
Sponsored by Kwik Lok
4 sustainable packaging choices – and why they matter
A true steward of the planet looks at every variable when selecting a packaging product.
Oct. 23, 2023 -
Sponsored by The Hershey Company
How Hershey is reinventing candy displays
Agile fulfillment means stores receive customized displays with the right mix of products at the right volume.
By Scott Dunkley, Director, Customer Portfolio & Matt Hawley, Director, Annville Fulfillment Center, The Hershey Company • Oct. 23, 2023 -
Sponsored by The Hershey Company
Leading by design: How Hershey is helping retailers create buzz-worthy spaces
Through retail environmental design, the company works with retailers to solve problems and design tailored experiences.
By Stephan Calhoun, Senior Manager, Retail Environmental Design, The Hershey Company • Oct. 9, 2023 -
Retrieved from Instacart.
Instacart debuts initiatives to improve food accessibility for patients, seniors
The online grocery company’s new programs aim to bolster healthy food access to shoppers in need, including post-operative and post-partum individuals.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 5, 2023 -
On Special: The power of supermarket sushi
The seafood specialty offering has grown into a store staple. Now, grocers are crafting new dishes and in-store destinations to rival sushi restaurants.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 4, 2023 -
Kroger launches Hispanic-inspired private label brand
Mercado consists of more than 50 products, including fresh meat, beverages, snacks, sides and desserts.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 3, 2023 -
Sponsored by The Hershey Company
What is a queue worth? Hershey is answering that question—and then designing it
Well-designed queues are beneficial to retailers and shoppers alike.
Oct. 2, 2023 -
Retrieved from Ahold Delhaize on June 29, 2021
Hannaford debuts initiative focused on child nutrition
The grocer’s Snack Pals Plates feature illustrations of characters and nutritional information about building a well-balanced meal.
By Peyton Bigora • Sept. 26, 2023 -
Sponsored by Vericast
The power of printed circulars: Fueling multichannel success in reaching today’s consumers
Dive into the resurgence of print circulars and the secret to captivating today's consumers.
Sept. 18, 2023 -
Kroger Health tie-up offers medically tailored meals to people with chronic conditions
The new partnership with Performance Kitchen expands the grocery company’s healthcare arm’s efforts to offer preventative care through food.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 15, 2023 -
Uber partners with Save Mart and The Fresh Market for grocery delivery
As it expands its reach in online grocery sales, the e-commerce company will serve more than 190 Save Mart, Lucky and FoodMaxx stores as well as all 161 of The Fresh Market’s locations.
By Peyton Bigora • Sept. 14, 2023 -
Retrieved from Uber.
Hy-Vee links with Uber to offer grocery delivery across the Midwest
The grocery chain now offers e-commerce services in conjunction with each of the three major online marketplaces in addition to its own platform.
By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 14, 2023 -
Retrieved from Southeastern Grocers on March 29, 2023
How grocers have gotten creative with their sustainability efforts so far in 2023
Food retailers have deployed a variety of tactics this year, from rolling out upcycled private label products to introducing new recycling initiatives, as they look to become more eco-friendly.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 10, 2023 -
Target will offer free carside Starbucks delivery at over 1K stores
Shoppers will be able to add the coffee company’s items to their Drive Up orders at 1,700 locations by October, in a boost to the coffee giant’s licensed store strategy.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Aug. 9, 2023 -
Raley’s begins renovations to offer Starbucks in stores
During phase one, two California locations and one Nevada storefront will undergo conversions to offer the renowned coffee brand, which is replacing Peet’s Coffee.
By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 7, 2023 -
Publix closes its in-store Aprons Cooking School
The Florida-based grocer also will end its full-service catering, which includes delivery and set-up.
By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 4, 2023 -
Giant Food launches workplace wellness program aimed at local businesses
Hosted by the grocer’s registered dietitians and nutritionists, the program will provide full-service educational services and wellness activities.
By Peyton Bigora • July 31, 2023 -
Retrieved from Kroger.
Kroger’s Murray’s Cheese modernizes visual brand, website
The brand’s new look features a new logo, visuals and a digital storefront focused on education and personalized experiences.
By Peyton Bigora • July 20, 2023