Southampton, Pennsylvania-based Hank’s Gourmet Beverages has introduced Hank’s Caribbean Recipe Ginger Beer in bars, clubs, restaurants, package stores, supermarkets and gourmet shops coast to coast. The new beverage features a custom blend of the international gingers, other natural flavorings, and 100 percent cane sugar. It has no artificial flavors, colorings, preservatives or sweeteners. “Our ginger […]
Author Archives: Erica Sacra
Erica was a Staff Writer at The Shelby Report.
Posted inNortheast, Center Store, Nonfood Items, Suppliers
Freshpet Appoints Two Industry Veterans As New Executives
Secaucus, New Jersey-based Freshpet Inc. appointed industry veterans Lynn Bingham and William “Willie” Everett to support its future growth and development. Lynn Bingham joins Freshpet as VP, strategic quality and process development, reporting to Stephen Weise, EVP of manufacturing and supply chain. Bingham will be responsible for leading manufacturing process improvement and quality assurance. A […]
Posted inGelson's, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, West
‘Gelson’s Local Discoveries’ Invites Product Innovators To Make A Pitch
In the wake of strong response to its inaugural pitch event for innovative local product creators, Southern California-based Gelson’s has decided to hold a second this year, broadening its scope and categories. “Gelson’s Local Discoveries,” a platform to pitch new and promising products to be sold in all 27 Gelson’s stores across Southern California, will […]
Posted inBeverage News, Corporate Store News, Grocery Store Layout, Home Page Latest News, Southeast
PHOTOS: WD’s Taproom Opens In Point Meadows Store
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company of Bi-Lo, Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie stores, expanded its WD’s Taproom concept to the Point Meadows community during a grand opening event, held on Aug. 28, 5-7 p.m. This latest store evolution now offers Point Meadows customers the opportunity to “sip and shop” as […]
Posted inNortheast, Independent Store News
Key Food Launches Augmented Reality Mural In Manhattan
Key Food Stores Co-Operative Inc., a chain of primarily independently owned and corporate grocery stores, revealed that the Man-Dell Group Key Food located at 52 Avenue A in Manhattan, New York, will launch the augmented reality (AR) component of its new mural on Wednesday, Aug. 28, at 5 p.m. Earlier this summer, Key Food teamed […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Industry News, Northeast
Stop & Shop Plans To Hire More Than 1,000 Part-Time Employees
Quincy, Massachusetts-based Stop & Shop intends to hire more than 1,000 part-time associates and will hold job fairs at its stores in Connecticut, western Massachusetts and Westchester and Dutchess counties in New York from noon until 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 31. “We are eager to hire part-time associates who are looking for a job […]
Posted inBeverage News, Health & Wellness, Home Page Slider, Midwest, Packaging News, Produce News
Fruitbelt Sparkling Tonic Names Mueller VP-Sales And Marketing
Fruitbelt Sparkling Tonic has hired Carol Mueller as its VP of sales and marketing. “One sip of Fruitbelt Sparkling Tonic and I knew I wanted to join the team,” says Mueller. “I am passionate about food that nurtures the body and the environment, and Fruitbelt’s focus on flavor and farmers makes this the perfect fit. […]
Posted inMidwest, Corporate Store News
SpartanNash Named 2020 Military Friendly Bronze Employer
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash has been named among the nation’s 2020 Military Friendly Employers, earning bronze distinction. The annual list is compiled by Viqtory, whose mission is to provide veterans and their spouses with the finest choices for employment opportunities. “We are proud to once again be named a Military Friendly Employer, because we recognize […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Northeast, Perishables, Suppliers
Chobani Appoints Peter McGuinness Its New President
Peter McGuinness has been promoted to president of Chobani, reporting to Hamdi Ulukaya, CEO and founder, effective Aug. 28. “We created this company with people at the center, and they are the reason for where we are today. Peter has been an amazing member of that journey, and I’m honored and happy to have him […]
Posted inWest, Amazon Fresh, Beverage News, Center Store, New Products, Packaging News, Suppliers, Whole Foods
Peet’s Coffee Expands Espresso Capsule Line With Decaffeinato Ristretto
To meet the demand for decaf capsules, Berkeley, California-based Peet’s Coffee is expanding its espresso capsule line, originally launched in 2018, by introducing Decaffeinato Ristretto. Nespresso-compatible capsule sales are growing 65 percent across grocery, mass, club and Amazon outlets. Decaf capsules represent 6.6 percent of the segment, consistent with decaf offerings in the premium coffee […]
Posted inMidwest, Independent Store News, Marketing News
Balls Food Stores Set To Join Alliance Retail Group
Kansas City, Kansas-based Balls Food Stores will be joining Alliance Retail Group (ARG) on Sept. 29, ARG President Joe Wolf announced Aug. 26. Balls’ 24 stores are supplied by Associated Wholesale Grocers (AWG), which is based in Kansas City, Kansas. ARG, based in Nashville, Tennessee, is the largest self-negotiating ad group in the country. With […]
Posted inHealth & Wellness, Independent Store News, Midwest
Hy-Vee Pharmacies Stocked With Flu Vaccine For 2019-20 Season
Hy-Vee Inc. said Aug. 27 that the flu vaccine is available without an appointment or prescription at its more than 270 Hy-Vee Pharmacy locations throughout its eight-state region. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends people six months and older get a flu vaccine each year to prevent getting and spreading the flu […]
Posted inBeverage News, Corporate Store News, Grocery Store Layout, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Winn-Dixie Opening WD’s Taproom At Point Meadows Store
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG) will expand its WD’s Taproom concept to the Point Meadows community during a grand opening event Wednesday, Aug. 28, from 5-7 p.m. at the Jacksonville Winn-Dixie store located at 10915-122 Baymeadows Road. According to SEG, parent company of Bi-Lo, Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie, this latest store […]
Posted inHarris Teeter, Home Page Slider, Perishables, Produce News, Southeast, Suppliers
Harris Teeter, Titan Farms Peach Donations Exceed 200,000 Lbs.
Titan Farms and Harris Teeter came together to make a peach donation to Second Harvest Food Banks in Winston-Salem and Metrolina/Charlotte, North Carolina. Over the past five years, the two companies have continued to donate to the Peaches with a Purpose program. This year’s donation tipped the scales to reach a total of 219,000 pounds […]
Posted inBakery News, Health & Wellness, Home Page Slider, International Foods, Organic Natural, Specialty
Silver Hills Bakery Celebrates 30 Years Of Artisanal Baking
2019 marks the 30th anniversary for Silver Hills Bakery, an Abbotsford, British Columbia-based supplier of sprouted products. Silver Hills offers more than 20 varieties of artisanal breads, bagels, tortillas and buns, including its “Squirrelly Bread,” all of which are plant powered and feature nutrient dense sprouted grains. In the U.S., the products are available at […]
Posted inBakery News, Amazon Fresh, Frozen Food, Health & Wellness, Home Page Slider, Northeast, Organic Natural, Suppliers, Whole Foods, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Mama Biscuits Gets Vegan Certification For A Buttermilk Biscuit
Frederick, Maryland-based Mama Biscuits has received global vegan certification from BevVeg International for one of its Signature Buttermilk Biscuits. The company says the product is the only vegan certified biscuit on the market. It received the certification after an extensive review of its production practices and ingredients. Mama Biscuits are sold at Walmart, Sam’s Club, […]
Posted inDairy News, Perishables, Suppliers, West
Chobani Unveils Innovation And Community Center In Twin Falls, Idaho
Chobani LLC, the Norwich, New York-based Greek yogurt maker and the second largest overall yogurt manufacturer in the U.S., has opened the new 71,000-s.f. innovation and community center in Twin Falls, Idaho. “I’m grateful for the bond we share with the people of the Magic Valley,” says Hamdi Ulukaya, founder and CEO of Chobani. “It […]
Posted inBakery News, Corporate Store News, Snacks Brands, West
Rubicon Bakers Cakes, Cupcakes Coming To 175 Ralphs Stores
Ralphs stores in Southern California will now carry Rubicon Bakers’ full line of handcrafted cakes and cupcakes. Ralphs will now offer Rubicon Bakers’ everyday line of 16 double-layer cakes and filled cupcake 4-packs in 175 stores in Southern California. Cake varieties include California Lemon, Mom’s Chocolate, Cookies & Cream, Triple Chocolate Ghirardelli, Birthday, Vegan Chocolate […]
Posted inMidwest, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Women In The News
Meijer Chooses Rubino To Lead Its New Woodward Corner Market
Meijer has tapped Natalie Rubino, store director of the Meijer Supercenter on Coolidge in Royal Oak, Michigan, to lead its new neighborhood grocery store called Woodward Corner Market. The store will open in the Woodward Corners by Beaumont development at Thirteen Mile Road and Woodward Avenue in Royal Oak. “I live and breathe this community […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Health & Wellness, Home Page Slider, Northeast, Suppliers
Hershey Invests In Snacking Businesses Fulfil, Blue Stripes
The Hershey Co. is expanding its position in the snacking category, making minority investments in emerging businesses Fulfil Holdings Ltd. and Blue Stripes LLC. Fulfil is a maker of vitamin-fortified, high-protein nutrition bars in the U.K. and Ireland. Founded by Oded Brenner, a cacao entrepreneur and creator of Max Brenner, a chocolate sensory immersion, Blue […]