At 1 p.m. today—Tuesday, Oct. 3—Carolina Panthers wide receiver Devin Funchess will make an appearance at the Harris Teeter store at Morrocroft Village in Charlotte to debut his personally designed signature sub sandwich (and sign autographs). Not surprisingly, Harris Teeter says the sandwich is made for larger appetites. Funchess’ sandwich, dubbed the “Funchess Munch,” features […]
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7-Eleven Expands Prepared Meals Program With 15 New Recipes
7‑Eleven is upping its prepared food program with 15 new locally made, “chef-inspired” heat-and-eat meals. These meal solutions feature Italian, homestyle, Asian and Mexican recipes. Prepared in local kitchens and delivered daily to participating 7‑Eleven stores in select markets, these on-the-go options for breakfast, lunch and dinner were launched in the refrigerated case beginning Sept. […]
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Hy-Vee To Operate 26 Wahlburgers And Offer In-Store Fitness Classes
Hy-Vee Inc. has entered into two strategic partnerships that it says will diversify its business model while reinforcing its mission of making customers’ lives easier, healthier and happier. The organization plans to build, own and operate 26 Wahlburgers restaurants—nearly doubling the brand’s current locations. Hy-Vee will add select Wahlburgers menu items in all Market Grille […]
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NYC Menu Labeling Regulations Delayed Until Aug. 25
A court hearing with plaintiffs including the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) has delayed the implementation of New York City menu labeling regulations until Aug. 25. On Aug. 16, counsel for the plaintiffs, defendant and federal government met with the judge presiding over NACS’s challenge to New York City’s attempt to enforce its menu […]
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Macey’s Offers ‘All-New’ Shopping Experience With Murray Store
Macey’s is bringing an all-new shopping experience to Murray, Utah. The retailer opened a new location on the East side of the valley Aug. 16, replacing the Fresh Market that was previously in the 5600 south and 900 east location. Celebrations for the new store kicked off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and will continue all […]
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Wegmans Sets Leadership Team For New Montvale, N.J., Store
Wegmans Food Markets announced the leadership team that will manage its new store in Montvale, New Jersey, which opens Sept. 24 at West Grand Avenue and Mercedes Drive. This group consists of the store manager, executive chef, pharmacy area manager and three area managers, who each supervise several departments. Together, the managers collectively have 89 […]
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House Advances National Menu Labeling Bill
The National Grocers Association (NGA) on Thursday praised the House Energy and Commerce Committee for advancing the Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act (House Resolution 772). The bipartisan bill, introduced by U.S. Reps. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Washington) and Tony Cardenas (D-California), would clarify the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) final rule on menu labeling to “create […]
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The Fresh Market Refreshing 11 Atlanta-Area Stores
Eleven Atlanta-area The Fresh Market stores will unveil the specialty grocer’s refreshed look and offerings on Aug. 9. Stores will include an expanded selection of fresh food that furthers the brand’s “long-standing dedication to offering top-quality, unique and small-batch items,” according the chain. Additionally, the stores will feature an interactive sampling station designed to inspire […]