The Wegmans store in Fairfax, Virginia, will host Sushi Fest beginning Friday, Sept. 30. Guests can “experience the excitement of Tokyo’s famed Tsukiji Fish Market right in our store,” according to the Rochester, New York-based grocery chain. The free event will feature unique Japanese fish, sashimi and sushi, select cuts of Kobe Beef, Shabu Shabu, […]
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Old Competitors And New Vie For Market Share In Rapidly Growing Carolinas
by Alissa Marchat/staff writer It’s been a busy year for the grocery industry across the country, but nowhere does there seem to be quite as much activity as in North Carolina and South Carolina. Between new stores, closures and the introduction of new competitors, grocers in the Carolinas have their work cut out for them […]
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Kroger Debuts Latest Marketplace Store In Powell, Tennessee
A new Kroger Marketplace store in Powell, Tennessee, hosted a grand opening Wednesday. The 124,000-s.f. unit is located at 234 East Emory Road and marks the fifth Kroger Marketplace store in the greater Knoxville area. The store includes traditional groceries, apparel, home décor, bed and bath items and a toy department. It also features The […]
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Publix Opens Store In Muscle Shoals, Alabama
Publix Super Markets today opens its new Muscle Shoals store at 3220 Woodward Avenue, marking the Lakeland, Florida-based grocer’s 62nd Alabama store. “Publix differentiates itself by providing excellent customer service, quality products and competitive prices,” said Brenda Reid, media and community relations manager for Publix. “We look forward to serving Muscle Shoals and hope that […]
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Southeastern Grocers Raises $560K-Plus For Flood Victims, Two Damaged Stores Remain Closed
Through customer donations at Bi-Lo, Harveys and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers will donate $565,393.04 in support of the American Red Cross’ disaster relief to assist Louisiana residents impacted by recent flooding. This contribution includes the dollar-for-dollar match Southeastern Grocers donated through the Southeastern Grocers Foundation. The flooding in Louisiana is the worst […]
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Texas Pete Debuts New Packaging
Texas Pete, a brand of North Carolina-based TW Garner Food Co., is rolling out new packaging for its products. “We’ve made it easier to enjoy the bold, balanced flavor of Texas Pete by adding a convenient flip-top lid,” says CEO Ann Garner Riddle. “Adding a few drops of Texas Pete to your favorite foods will […]
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The Fresh Market Introduces ‘Little Big Meal’ Program
The Fresh Market in September is offering shoppers convenient, grab-and-go solutions for preparing a home-cooked meal with its “Little Big Meal” program. With hand-picked ingredients, a simple recipe and $20, Little Big Meal offers a quick and easy wholesome meal for four, according to the North Carolina-based specialty grocer. Shoppers can stop by the “Little […]
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Weigel’s Expands With New Kitchens
by Sudie Crouch/contributing writer When customers stop in at Weigel’s, they now can fill up on more than just gas. Earlier this year, Weigel’s introduced quick-service foodservice in five of its locations, offering expanded made-to-order food and beverage offerings. The new concept, called Weigel’s Kitchens, features a menu with made-at-location items like paninis, pizzas, burgers […]