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Cardenas Markets’ Annual ‘Got Masa?’ Campaign In Full Swing

Got masa? Cardenas Markets does. The Ontario, California-based retailer is Tamale Central, where customers will find all the ingredients needed to prepare this popular dish. For customers who choose to prepare their own signature tamale recipes, Cardenas Markets has several varieties of masa to choose from, such as masa preparada, sin preparar, strawberry, pina colada […]

Posted inAssociation News, National, Produce News

Fresh Produce Opportunities In The Independent Grocery Industry

by Jim Dudlicek / NGA director, Communications and External Affairs Where are the fresh opportunities for independent grocers? The COVID-19 pandemic brought a surge of business to grocery retailers, driven by an increase in home cooking and at-home food consumption. But did this boom impact all categories equally? What will be the lingering impact of supply […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, West

Bumble Bee Seafood Co. Names Chamberlain SVP Of Sales

San Diego, California-based Bumble Bee Seafood Co. has added veteran sales executive Laura Chamberlain to the senior leadership team at the 120-year-old seafood company. As the SVP of sales, she will be responsible for positioning Bumble Bee as a best-in-class partner for retailers across all channels while continuing to grow the shelf-stable seafood category. Chamberlain joins […]

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IGA Keeping Up Pace And Balance With Private Label

Shoppers’ expectations rise in hunt for better quality and pricing  by Eric Pereira/ content creator John Ross, president and CEO of IGA, noticed how during the COVID-19 pandemic that shoppers retrenched with the brands they trust.  “Wherever shoppers are under pressure, they default to things that relieve stress in their lives. National brands certainly did […]

Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Latest News, Ingles Markets, Midwest

Pringles Launches New Scorchin’ Flavor

Pringles have a new answer to spicy nacho cravings with crunchy Pringles Scorchin’ Wavy Loaded Nachos. New Pringles Scorchin’ Wavy Loaded Nachos pack the taste of queso, sour cream and corn tortilla, kicking it up a notch with heat that builds over time. Each bite boasts a hint of spicy jalapeño and cayenne pepper and a wavy texture for even […]

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Wonderful Pistachios No Shells Launches Commercials

Following Wonderful Pistachios’ launch of its latest No Shells flavors, BBQ and Sea Salt & Vinegar, and after nearly doubling its No Shells business over the past two years, Wonderful Pistachios has launched its biggest No Shells marketing investment yet, featuring Sheldon the tortoise. Sheldon, the hard-backed, shell advocate antagonist, is featured in new comedic […]

Posted inPlant-Based News, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Latest News, Southwest, Whole Foods

Whole Foods Market Carrying Plant-Based Ice Cream From Eclipse

Austin, Texas-based Whole Foods Market has added three flavors of plant-based ice cream from Eclipse Foods – Cookie Butter, Mint Chip and Vintage Vanilla Ice Cream – at 45 Whole Foods stores throughout Northern California. The expansion by Eclipse, a leader in sustainable, plant-based dairy products, marks a major milestone for the brand as it continues […]

Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, Southwest

Planterra Foods Offers First-Of-Its-Kind Plant-Based Chicken Cutlet

Colorado-based Planterra is expanding its line of plant-based proteins with the first True Bite Plant-Based Chicken Cutlet on the market from brand Ozo, as well as its new Plant-Based Chicken Shreds. According to the company, what makes True Bite Chicken Cutlet and Shreds unlike anything else on the market is the flavor and texture, which is comparable to […]