U.S. grocery shoppers continue to battle to affordably feed their families, wherever they live. From inflation following the COVID-19 pandemic to tariffs going into effect under the new presidential administration, prices are driving shoppers to form new habits and/or make some tough decisions. In towns along the U.S. border with Mexico – located in the […]
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7-Eleven, Stripes First To Offer Jarritos As A Fountain Drink
In an exclusive deal announced Dec. 13, 7-Eleven and Stripes are the first stores to bring Jarritos Craft Soda to the soft drink fountain. Up to now, the soft drink from Mexico has only been sold in a bottle. Mandarin, one of Jarritos’ most popular flavors, will be available on Big Gulp fountain machines at […]
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Tehuacán Brillante Expands American Availability At 7-Eleven, Stripes
Tehuacán Brillante sparkling natural mineral water, from J3 Distributors, is now available at Texas 7-Eleven and Stripes stores. The Texas launch follows its winter 2018 debut in Central Market grocery stores. “Americans are moving beyond the expected choices in search of something authentic and natural” said A. Jimmy Garza, CEO of J3 Distributors. “Tehuacán Brillante […]
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Vallarta Supermarkets Campaign Raises $203K For Mexico, Puerto Rico
Responding to natural disasters that devastated Mexico and Puerto Rico, Vallarta Supermarkets raised a total of $202,939 during a recent customer outreach campaign to benefit the many people who were impacted or displaced. Vallarta Supermarkets initiated the campaign with a donation of $25,000 by The Gonzalez Family Foundation. The entire amount raised by Vallarta Supermarkets and […]