Del Rio, Texas-based Mexican food manufacturing company Julio’s Corn Chips and Seasoning Inc. has secured national distribution in all Walmart stores nationwide, effective Sept. 16. Julio’s has a regional presence in more than six states surrounding Texas, and the company is currently expanding production with a state-of-the-art facility in Del Rio, tripling its current capacity. […]
Category: Grocery News
Posted inBakery News, Corporate Store News, Perishables, Private Label Brands, Snacks Brands, Southwest
Marketside Bundt Cakes Rolling Into Walmart Store Bakeries
Walmart has a new line of private label Marketside Bundt Cakes, now available in store bakeries. Cakes come in Double Chocolate Chip, Lemon and White Chocolate Raspberry Swirl flavors, and each is topped with a cream cheese icing. Priced at $9.98 each, the cakes are ideal for special occasions, with toppers already included. Walmart is […]
Posted inSoutheast, Nonfood Items
Southeastern Grocers Helping Fight Against Heart Disease And Stroke
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of BI-LO, Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, contributed nearly $375,000 to the American Heart Association, bringing its total donation to the organization to more than $659,000 this year. Throughout the month of August, customers rounded up their purchases to the nearest […]
Posted inMidwest, Health & Wellness, Nonfood Items
Fareway Aims To Fill The Table For National Family Meals Month
Studies show extensive nutrition, social and mental health benefits associated with family meals, according to the Food Marketing Institute Foundation. That’s why Fareway has committed to be an active participant in September’s National Family Meals Month. People are hungry for help in the kitchen, and Fareway is hoping to spread the word about National Family […]
Posted inCenter Store, Home Page Slider, New Products, West, Wholesaler/Distributor News
New Items From Mr. Tortilla To Hit Shelves At Smart & Final
Southern California-based Mr. Tortilla has launched a new line of tortillas that will be available at more than 180 Smart & Final locations. Flavors include Savory Spinach, Jalapeño & Cilantro, and Gourmet White. “We are fighting back against the notion that all tortillas are the same,” according to Mr. Tortilla President Anthony Alcazar. “Tortillas made […]
Posted inBeverage News, Center Store, Northeast, Packaging News, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Hank’s Gourmet Beverages Debuts New Ginger Beer
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 […]
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 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 […]