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

Harris Teeter expands in spite of fierce competition

The grocer has opened its first Farm Fresh market conversion and also unveiled its largest supermarket to date. 

By Jessica Dumont • 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. 4, 2018

Asian grocers continue making inroads in the US

Following the growth of chains like H Mart and iFresh, newcomers like Be-Se-To are catering to Asian consumers as well as those who crave unique flavors.

By Krishna Thakker • Dec. 3, 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

Hy-Vee launches delivery from six Market Grille locations

The Des Moines, Iowa-based grocer's latest delivery test includes lunch and dinner options that can be ordered through the restaurant's dedicated app. 

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 27, 2018

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

ShopRite partners with Perdue to expand 'No Antibiotics, Ever' chicken line

The retailer's change to its prepared fried chicken follows its launch of antibiotic-free rotisserie products in 2017. 

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 20, 2018

Do grocers need a separate service for online prepared foods?

Last week, e-commerce provider Mercatus teamed up with DoorDash to help deliver fresh meals and catered foods.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 19, 2018

Blue Apron lays off 4% of workers as more users abandon service

The meal kit maker posted disappointing figures across all key metrics, including a decline in orders per customer and average revenue per customer.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 14, 2018

A growing segment of grocery shoppers is looking hard at the package, not just the product

Perceptions of packaging are changing, and the impact on grocery retailers will be significant.

Nov. 6, 2018

What's the secret sauce behind Mariano's store experience?

At Groceryshop last week, the Chicagoland chain along with a few others offered tips on how to turn locations into destinations.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 5, 2018

Grocers look to e-commerce for a holiday sales boost

Sprouts Farmers Market, for one, will offer a separate portal featuring complete holiday meals and catering trays, as well as recipe inspiration, starting Nov. 7.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Nov. 1, 2018

Comic Dive: Night of the Living Brand

It's scary for brands as consumer preferences and technology evolve. Some may make it out alive but others will live on only in memory.

By John Hazard and Lisa Burdige • Oct. 31, 2018

Raley's dives into the ready-made meal kit market

The California-based grocer is the latest chain to offer its own version of the prepared food option, joining Publix, New Seasons Market and Kroger.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Oct. 31, 2018

Blue Apron to sell meal kits on Walmart's Jet.com

The struggling provider will offer four choices to customers in New York City and neighboring northern New Jersey starting at $16.99 beginning today.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 29, 2018

Wegmans tests a prepared foods ordering app

The grocer’s Pittsford, New York, flagship store is offering pizza, subs, sushi and more for pickup or delivery through its new 2GO service.

By Jeff Wells • Oct. 22, 2018