Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer introduced a new brick-and-mortar store concept Sept. 1 – coined Meijer Grocery – that will provide convenience for customers seeking a simplified shopping experience, while providing communities easier access to fresher foods. The first two Meijer Grocery stores will open in early 2023 in neighborhoods within southeast Michigan’s Orion and Macomb […]
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Publix Named To Newsweek’s Best Customer Service List
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix has been recognized on Newsweek’s 2023 America’s Best Customer Service list, ranking No. 1 in the supermarket category for the sixth year in a row. “One of Publix’s founding principles is treating our customers like royalty,” said Maria Brous, director of communications, Publix. “More than 92 years later, we still pride ourselves on […]
Posted inCenter Store, New Products, West
New Seasonings From Laura Scudder’s Target Tacos
Taco Tuesday just got better as Newport Beach, California-based Laura Scudder’s has introduced two new seasonings – Taco Green Onion and Taco Toasted Onion. “We are so pleased with these new additions to our product line. The flavors are bold and unique and the quality of our ingredient mix is second to none,” said Michael […]
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Survey Reports Concern About Healthy Breakfasts Due To Inflation
According to a new survey commissioned by General Mills Big G Cereals, 75 percent of parents worry their child is not getting enough nutrients, and 65 percent are concerned about their ability to provide a “healthy” breakfast due to inflation and rising grocery costs. The need for easy breakfast options that provide good nutrition at […]
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Duke’s Introduces Brand’s First Mascot
For the first time in its 105-year history, Richmond, Virginia-based Duke’s Mayo has a mascot, Tubby. He introduced himself in the previous weeks to consumers through his social media accounts. The mascot engaged with fans, media personalities, celebs and brands, including Dolly Parton, Taco Bell and Krystal. “Tubby, the mascot, is one more way Duke’s continues […]
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Whole Foods Adds Carbone Fine Food Pasta Sauce To Shelves
New York-based Carbone Fine Food is available at select Whole Foods Market stores across the U.S., expanding its footprint into several new areas. “As one of the fastest growing food brands in the U.S., Carbone is thrilled to broaden our reach with Whole Foods Market,” said Eric Skae, CEO. “As grocery sales continue to rise and consumers […]
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USDA Reports Demand For Honey Reaches All-Time High
U.S. honey demand reached an all-time high, according to the latest Sugar and Sweeteners Outlook report published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Record-setting consumption of honey and made-with-honey products totaled 618 million pounds in 2021. The previous record was 596 million pounds in 2017. The U.S. is the second largest consumer behind China, according to the latest data […]
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Bush’s Offers Pantry Organization Session With The Home Edit
Knoxville, Tennessee-based Bush’s Beans and professional organizing service The Home Edit are helping fans of the show transition into a mealtime routine with Bush’s Sidekicks. Through the Bush’s Sidekicks and The Home Edit Pantry Sweepstakes, the partners are offering fans the chance to win a personal, in-home organization session with The Home Edit team and virtually […]