Oklahoma City, Oklahoma-based Clubby Seltzers, a leading independent craft seltzer, has announced that it recently closed its Series A round of funding. The round was led by Lane Gibbs and Matt Whitaker, two of the founding partners, and a group of individual investors that included Cody Campbell and John Sellers (Double Eagle Seltzers Holdco). The […]
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Kroger Co. Foundation Named Sponsor Of ‘Future of Food’ SXSW Show
The Kroger Co. “Zero Hunger, Zero Waste” Foundation is bringing people together for conversations about food system innovation, inclusion and sustainability March 11-18 as the presenting sponsor for The Future of Food at SXSW in Austin, Texas. The foundation is working with partners Little Herds, Food Tank, The Cook’s Nook, the Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America and We […]
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Faire La Fête Increases Sales Thanks To Oklahoma Investors
First Growth Brands Inc. and its champagne brand Faire La Fête are growing fast, largely in part to early financial backing by Oklahoma-based investors. In 2018 and early 2019, a number of them saw potential in the brand and became early backers, while continuing their support through 2020 and the COVID-19 pandemic. The beverage’s sales have […]
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Texas Fresh Food Brokers Hires Steen As Senior Business Manager
Lubbock, Texas-based Texas Fresh Food Brokers has hired Jason Steen, a long-time meat executive with the United Family of Stores, as senior business manager. Steen worked for United for 28 years in various positions, including one of his last roles as business manager of meat and seafood before moving over to the grocery team. “Jason’s reputation, […]
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Natural Grocers Celebrates Texas Independence Day, March 2
Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers will celebrate Texas Independence Day on March 2 with discounts and free items. Customers at the company’s 25 stores across the state will receive a limited-edition, Texas-themed, reusable shopping bag and commemorative sticker, along with robust discounts on local brands. Shoppers can also enter to win a $100 Natural Grocers gift card and every store […]
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Natural Grocers Announces Second Annual ‘Celebrate Colorado’ Event
Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers has announced its second annual “Celebrate Colorado” event on March 3. Customers at its 41 stores across the state will receive a free, Colorado-themed, limited-edition, reusable shopping bag and commemorative sticker, along with special discounts on local brands. Shoppers can also enter to win a $100 Natural Grocers Gift Card – one lucky winner will be announced […]
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Central Market Celebrates Women’s History Month With Product Spotlights
In celebration of Women’s History Month, Dallas, Texas-based Central Market will spotlight a collection of products from female-owned companies. These items will be showcased at all Central Market locations throughout Women’s History Month, running March 2-29. Central Market’s offerings include everything from wines and gourmet chocolates to meats and grocery items from female-owned companies. This celebration is a part of Central Market’s “Be […]
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AFFI Concludes Frozen Food Convention in Dallas, TX
The American Frozen Food Institute has concluded its annual Frozen Food Convention “AFFI-CON” that brought together more than 1,100 industry executives representing nearly 500 companies in Dallas from Feb. 19-22. “From fruits and vegetables to entrees, pizza and pet food, frozen food is a staple for every member of the family,” said Alison Bodor, AFFI […]