Scottsdale, Arizona-based The Alkaline Water Company has announced that the Alkaline88 “Shaq Paq” will be available in 170 H-E-B stores in Texas. “We’re very pleased to be adding another Alkaline88 SKU, the ‘Shaq Paq,’ to H-E-B shelves,” said Frank Lazaran, president and CEO of The Alkaline Water Company. “H-E-B customers in Texas will be able to enjoy […]
Category: Grocery Industry
Posted inGrocery Store Layout, Northeast
ShopRite Finishes Store Renovation In Cherry Hill, NJ
The ShopRite of Garden State Pavilions, located at 2240 Marlton Pike W. in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, has announced the completion of a multimillion-dollar renovation that offers shoppers an expanded “Kosher Experience” section, additional prepared food departments and a host of services and products. The “Kosher Experience” section offers an array of items adhering to […]
Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Merchandising News, Midwest
Meijer Seeks Local Artisans For Frederik’s Product Line
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer is seeking products from local chefs and culinary artisans to be featured in its Frederik’s by Meijer line of innovative food. Prospective vendors interested in partnering with the retailer to expand their retail-ready products onto its shelves under the retailer’s foodie-focused line can submit for consideration by Oct. 21. Those selected will partner with […]
Posted inGrocery Store Layout, Southwest
The United Family Breaks Ground On Store In Amarillo, TX
The United Family joined city officials and other community representatives Sept. 21 to break ground for a new Market Street store and fuel station in Amarillo, Texas. Slated for a fall 2023 opening, this will be the 10th United Family location in the market. Sidney Hopper, president of The United Family, reflected on the continued […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National, Supply Chain News
DoorDash CEO: Grocery Shows Stability, Resilience Others Lack
LAS VEGAS – On his actual birthday, Tony Xu, CEO of DoorDash, explored the growth of delivery for groceries during a mainstage keynote address Tuesday afternoon during Groceryshop 2022. It was during last year’s event that Xu announced DoorDash would be available for alcohol deliveries, as well as the implementation of DoubleDash. Throughout the stretch […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Amazon Fresh, Southeast, Whole Foods
ECRS Congratulates Grocery Partners On ‘Best Retailers List’
Boone, North Carolina-based ECRS has congratulated two of its retail partners, Earth Fare and Harps Food Stores, for being named in the top 10 of America’s Best Retailers of 2022 in the supermarket category. The list is compiled by Newsweek and is based on feedback from thousands of shoppers across the U.S. who rank the stores for customer satisfaction based on the entire […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest, Snacks Brands
Planters Launches Packaging Redesign For Roasted Peanuts
Chicago-based Planters is introducing peanut-shaped packaging for its Dry Roasted Peanuts. “Our new packaging allows us to truly stand out with a unique ‘shell’ that is just as premium and satisfying as the Planters Dry Roasted Peanuts housed within,” said Allie Abney, associate brand manager. “Now, snack lovers can enjoy their favorite peanuts in an even better, […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast
Crop’s Fresh Marketplace Makes Strides With LOC Software
When talking about Crop’s Fresh Marketplace, the first words that come to mind are clean, fresh and friendly. In 1953, Robert Cropper started the Cropper family grocery business operating as Cropper’s IGA. In the early 60’s, the store expanded to 2400 square feet. As the company grew, Robert’s son John Cropper grew up working closely […]