For the first time in 10 years, Fiji Water, the No. 1 premium bottled water brand in the U.S., is changing the look of its bottle by redesigning its label. Fiji Water says its new look showcases the beauty of the product and story behind the brand. Each bottle size—330ml, 500ml, 1L and 1.5L—features not only […]
Category: National
Posted in, Corporate Store News, Executive News, National
David Dillon To Retire As Kroger Chairman
David B. Dillon, who led The Kroger Co. leadership team’s development of the company’s successful Customer 1st Strategy, will retire as chairman of the board Dec. 31 after 38 years of service. As expected, Kroger’s board of directors has elected Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen to the additional post of chairman commencing on Jan. 1. McMullen […]
Posted in, C-Store News, National, New Products, Suppliers
Turkey Creek Snacks Rolls Out New Pork Rind Flavor
Turkey Creek Snacks has a new flavored pork rind. Sriracha pork rinds are available in 3-oz. and 1.75-oz. bags. Turkey Creek Snacks has been in business and is based in Thomaston, Georgia. The company produces pork rinds, cracklins and hot sauce.
Posted in, National, New Products
Kontos Foods Introduces Grilled Cocktail Flatbreads For The Holidays
Kontos Foods, a manufacturer and distributor of traditional Greek and Mediterranean foods, has launched grilled Cocktail Flatbreads for the holiday season. The soft, flexible, two-inch pita disks are ideal for creating holiday appetizers and hors d’oeuvres, such as hamburger sliders, bite-sized smoked salmon and avocado samplers, chicken salad with sliced cherry tomatoes, pizza samplers and […]
Posted in, National, West
Mexican American Grocers Association Ending Operations
The Mexican American Grocers Association (MAGA) is dissolving the organization, effective Jan. 1. In an email addressed to members and associates Wednesday morning, the Los Angeles-based organization said, “After 37 years, the Mexican American Grocers Association will be closing its doors and terminating all operations and activities… We want to take this opportunity to thank […]
Posted in, C-Store News, Health & Wellness, National, New Products
Dole Unveils Healthy Grab-And-Go Options For C-Stores
Dole is offering healthy fruit solutions for grab-and-go environments like convenience stores, vending, schools, colleges and universities, and healthcare. The company has rolled out Dole Fruit Bowls in Juice, Dole Smoothie Starters, Dole Fruit Squish’ems and Mrs. May’s fruit and nut-based treats, offering a selection of shelf-stable, chilled and quick-service snack options. Visit dolefoodservice.com to […]
Posted in, National, New Products
Tostitos Introduces Tostitos Rolls! Tortilla Chips
The Tostitos brand is launching Tostitos Rolls!, corn tortilla chips with a tube-like shape made for dipping and dunking with a variety of dips or spreads. Tostitos Rolls! tortilla chips are rolling out to grocery stores nationwide in 14-oz. bags for a suggested retail price of $4.29. Tostitos is a brand of Frito-Lay North America, […]
Posted in, Corporate Store News, National, Northeast
Maine, Rhode Island Among States Dollar General Plans To Enter Next Year
Maine and Rhode Island, as well as Oregon, are states where Dollar General expects to set up shop for the first time in 2015. The Tennessee-based retailer made those plans known Thursday while reporting its fiscal 2014 third quarter results. “For 2015, we have plans to open 730 new stores and will have a presence […]