Posted inInternational Foods, Center Store, Southwest

Flagship Foods Rebrands To Insignia International

Flagship Food Group, the parent company of 505 Southwestern, has rebranded to Insignia International. The move was announced at the Natural Products Expo West March 15 in Anaheim, California. “‘Insignia’ is the Spanish word for Flagship, and this natural and elegant evolution of the name makes it clear that we are committed to premium Hispanic and Southwestern products and flavors, […]

Posted inCenter Store, International Foods, Northeast

Seviroli Foods Acquires Portfolio From Ajinomoto Foods

Seviroli Foods, a portfolio company of New York-based Mill Point Capital LLC, has acquired a portfolio of Italian food products (including the related intellectual property and equipment) from Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc. The business is comprised of specialty Italian frozen pasta products, including ravioli, tortellini, rolled pastas and other Italian foods. The acquisition expands […]

Posted inFrozen Food, International Foods, Southwest

Ruiz Foods Promotes Carroll To President, CEO

Ruiz Food Products Inc., a frozen Mexican food manufacturer, has announced a series of executive leadership and board changes designed to position the company for its next great growth period. The board of directors selected the company’s current chief operating officer, Kimberli Carroll, as president and CEO. She will also serve on the board of directors. […]

Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, International Foods, Mercado Gonzalez, Midwest

Kroger Mercado Joins Our Brands’ Roster

Kroger Mercado, a Hispanic-inspired brand, has been added to The Kroger Co.’s Our Brands offerings. Its assortment features more than 50 products, ranging from fresh meat and beverages to snacks, sides and desserts. “Kroger Mercado embraces Hispanic culinary heritage with the quality and innovation our customers have come to know and expect from Our Brands,” […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, International Foods, West

Cardenas Markets Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Cardenas Markets is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month through several promotional marketing programs. Through Oct. 15, the Ontario, California-based company will celebrate with an online sweepstakes, share recipes for authentic Hispanic meals and highlight influential Hispanic figures. “Food plays such a significant role in fostering togetherness, expressing cultural identity and celebrating  traditions that have been passed […]

Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, International Foods, Midwest

Meijer Highlights Products, Businesses For Hispanic Heritage Month

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer is highlighting a collection of grocery brands, home goods, assorted gifts and clothing to promote Hispanic-owned businesses and celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of their communities. Through Oct. 15, Meijer shoppers can learn more about and purchase a variety of featured grocery and general […]

Posted inInternational Foods, Southeast

Southeastern Grocers Introduces New Products, Partnerships

Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc. is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by donating funds to a nonprofit and introduce two new SE Grocers products developed by Hispanic suppliers. “As a company committed to diversity and inclusivity, we are proud to honor and celebrate the rich heritages of our Hispanic and Latino American neighbors by highlighting their traditions […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, International Foods, West

Filipino Culture Celebrated At New lsland Pacific Supermarket

Island Pacific Supermarket marked the debut of its 19th store, located in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Granada Hills, with a grand-opening celebration Aug. 11. The store offers a selection of fresh seafood, meat, produce and specialty items from the Philippines and other Asian countries, as well as a range of non-food items, like cookware, […]