Heluva Good! is introducing Limited Edition Roasted Garlic & Caramelized Onion Dip. The new dip, which uses only the freshest ingredients and spices and never any oils or water, is available this month in the dairy case at major grocers and retailers, according to the brand. Roasted Garlic & Caramelized Onion Dip combines the rich, […]
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Posted in, C-Store News, National
7-Eleven Launches ‘Pizza For Life’ Sweepstakes
7-Eleven is launching its first Pizza for Life sweepstakes, giving a pizza-lover a lifetime of hot, cheesy pizza. The contest runs through Friday, May 16, which is National Pizza Party Day. Pizza for Life Sweepstakes entry forms are available on the 7-Eleven smartphone app. The app is available for download via the App Store or […]
Posted in, Independent Store News, National
Ace Hardware’s Big Growth Plans Include Retail Grocery Component
Ace Hardware, the industry’s largest hardware cooperative, has aggressive plans to open 750 new independently owned stores domestically over the next five years. Ace says its multi-faceted approach to growth looks to a variety of channels and opportunities for expansion, including a growing emphasis on the retail grocery sector. Citing double-digit growth, unparalleled customer enthusiasm […]
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PAM Cooking Spray Introduces Coconut Oil Spray
PAM Cooking Spray is rolling out Pam Coconut Oil Spray. Made with 100% coconut oil, Pam Coconut Oil Spray is ideal for gluten-free cooking, while offering Pam’s superior non-stick performance, according to the ConAgra Foods-owned brand. Pam Coconut Oil Spray can be used fro stovetop and oven-cooking of meat, fish and vegetables, as well as for […]
Posted in, National, Perishables
Post Holdings To Acquire Michael Foods For $2.45B
Post Holdings plans to acquire MFI Holding Corp. (Michael Foods) from affiliates of GS Capital Partners, affiliates of Thomas H. Lee Partners and other owners, for $2.45 billion. The Michael Foods acquisition will be Post’s largest transaction to date. The deal fits with Post’s focus on diversifying its business to capitalize on consumer shifts toward […]
Posted in, Equipment & Technology, National
Kaivac: Checklist Needed for Cleaning Restrooms
While new cleaning methods have been developed to make general cleaning more efficient and thorough, much of this progress has not applied to restroom cleaning methodologies, according to Kaivac Cleaning Systems. This is a significant oversight because cleaning restrooms is typically very involved and time-consuming. Further, it is invariably performed by one person, so any […]
Posted in, Center Store, National, Organic Natural
MyChelle Dermaceuticals Launches Anti-Aging Skin Care Products
MyChelle, a natural skin care product maker, launched three new anti-aging skin care “superheroes” at Natural Products Expo West in March: Remarkable Retinal Serum, Wrinkle Spot Treatment and Advanced Argan Oil. Each new product is made with proprietary ingredients exclusive to the MyChelle line. The products’ packaging also has been updated to increase product longevity […]
Posted in, Equipment & Technology, National
Fleet Advantage’s New Foundation Program Will Help Kids In Need
Fleet Advantage, a leading innovator in truck fleet business analytics and equipment financing, has launched the Kids Around the Corner program as part of the Fleet Advantage Foundation to support children in the communities where its clients are located. Kids Around the Corner will allow Fleet Advantage to donate a percentage of its profits to […]
Posted in, Center Store, National
Polaner All Fruit Relaunches As Non-GMO Project Verified
Polaner All Fruit is relaunching as Non-GMO Project Verified. As always, Polaner All Fruit is gluten free, contains no high fructose corn syrup and is sweetened with only fruit and fruit juice. To celebrate the non-GMO verification, Polaner All Fruit say it’s reviving its “Don’t Dare Call it Jelly!” campaign with an interactive digital program encouraging […]
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7-Eleven Adds Chicken Dippers To Hot Foods Menu
7-Eleven says it’s adding another small-snack, big-value item to its hot foods lineup: Chicken Dippers. Chicken Dippers are pieces of 100 percent white meat chicken with no fillers that are lightly breaded and served with a choice of Ancho Chipotle, Ranch or Honey Mustard dipping sauce. A cup-holder in the specially designed Dippers packaging helps […]
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Food Industry Alliance Publishes Toolkit For Reducing Food Waste
An alliance of food manufacturers, retailers and foodservice operators have released a toolkit to help businesses in the food sector reduce the amount of food waste sent to landfill. The Best Practices and Emerging Solutions Toolkit was produced by the Food Waste Reduction Alliance (FWRA), a cross-sector industry initiative led by the Food Marketing Institute […]
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New Klondike Kandy Bars Combine Ice Cream, Candy
Klondike ice cream bars have met candy bars to create Klondike Kandy Bars. The product combines the signature thick, chocolatey shell and creamy ice cream of a Klondike bar with candy bar “deliciousness,” according to Klondike. Available nationwide, Klondike Kandy Bars are offered in three varieties: • Klondike Kandy Bars: Caramel & Peanuts features vanilla […]
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Stater Bros. Hosting 2014 Loma Linda Business Expo
Stater Bros. is hosting the 21st annual Loma Linda Chamber of Commerce Business Expo on Wednesday in the parking lot of its Loma Linda store at 25630 Barton Rd. The expo will be held from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Stater Bros., which also is one of the local businesses to participate in the expo, will have […]
Posted in, National, West
Nestle USA, Superior Grocers Team Up To Help Local Boys & Girls Clubs
Nestle USA, under its El Mejor Nido (“The Best Nest”) platform, and Superior Grocers have launched a campaign specifically designed to help families in the Los Angeles metro area prepare and enjoy healthier, balanced meals at home. As part of the campaign, 10 local chapters of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America will receive […]
Posted in, Marketing News, National
Kellogg’s Online Hub, Dias Grandiosos, Targets Latina Moms
Moms, young and old, often turn to their own mothers (and extended family) for advice, and now Kellogg’s is extending that community by bringing Latina moms together with Dias Grandiosos, a new digital platform featuring recipes, tips, articles and original content designed for Latinas and their families. Dias Grandiosos is a unique online community that […]
Posted in, Corporate Store News, National
Ahold Hosts Nutrition Education Days With Nutritionists, Vendor Partners
As part of its ongoing commitment to help customers achieve healthier lifestyles, Ahold USA hosted two nutrition education days last week at its Carlisle, Pa., support office. Topics of discussion included specific products, information and services related to nutristion and health and how to better engage and educate customers. Participants included all 12 of the […]
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Three Lollies Brand Pops Launch To Help Nausea Sufferers
The Three Lollies brand, created by a group of healthcare professionals, was started with a serious cause in mind—helping patients undergoing chemotherapy treatment or suffering from debilitating morning sickness deal with nausea naturally. With research, studies and, eventually, ingredients and a delivery method (lollipops and lozenges) that worked, Three Lollies was born. Today, the company boasts […]
Posted in, Beverage News, National, New Products
Living Essentials Introduces Cherry Flavored 5-Hour Energy
Living Essentials says it continues to support military causes with the introduction of a new, limited-edition cherry flavor of 5-hour Energy. From May 1-July 31, Living Essentials will donate 5 cents from the sale of every specially marked red, white and blue bottle of cherry flavored 5-hour Energy to the Special Operations Warrior Foundation (SOWF), […]
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Dole Rolls Out Kale Caesar Kit
Dole is introducing its All Natural Kale Caesar Salad Kit, the first to combine super greens and Dole’s popular Caesar recipe. Available at supermarkets nationwide, Dole’s newest kit features a blend of bold, tender baby kale, spinach and crunchy shredded broccoli combined with shaved Parmesan-Romano cheeses, roasted garlic croutons and Dole’s Caesar dressing. It becomes […]
Posted in, Midwest, National
OGA Gala A Celebration 115 Years In The Making
The Ohio Grocers Association (OGA) is celebrating its 115th anniversary this year. Its 2014 Trade Relations Gala, held April 5 at the North Pointe Hotel and Conference Center in the Polaris area north of Columbus, drew nearly 400 people, and the OGA event experienced a record year for sponsorship. Pinnacle Award winners Fligner’s Market and […]