Foodservice

  • A photo of a box of chicken nuggets, potatoes and biscuits. On the front of the box, in white text on blue, it says "enough Cajun spices to make it interesting. Not enough to make it hurt." There is also a glass bowl of dipping sauce and a blue and white napkin on the white table next to the box.
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    Krispy Krunchy Chicken comes to Montana

    With its first two locations open in Town & Country Supply Association c-stores, the QSR is now in all 48 contiguous states.

    By • April 24, 2025
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    How c-stores can pull loyalty from QSRs

    Strong value, including meal deals and quality food, could help c-stores make inroads against fast food, says restaurant technology company Tillster.

    By • April 22, 2025
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    3 Big Numbers: NACS highlights foodservice progress

    Experts highlighted the impact of fresh food and beverages on inside sales — and if customers see c-stores as QSR replacements — during the NACS 2025 State of the Industry event.

    By • April 18, 2025
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    10 notable c-store foodservice launches this past month

    Convenience retailers debuted fresh takes on sandwiches, smoothies and more in March and April. Here’s what caught our attention.

    By • April 16, 2025
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    Casey’s shutters food distribution arm acquired in CEFCO deal

    JF Heritage Food Company, formerly owned by Fikes Wholesale, made kolaches, doughnuts, muffins, salads, pizza and more for CEFCO’s c-stores.

    By • April 15, 2025
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    Behind the balancing act of Alltown Fresh’s foodservice program

    Although the Massachusetts retailer is known for its made-to-order options, it isn’t neglecting the guests who visit for a bag of chips and soda.

    By • April 11, 2025
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    Noble Gas bringing Capriotti’s sandwiches to East Coast c-stores

    The retailer will open the sub shop inside its newest gas station in Enfield, Connecticut, later this month, with several more sites to come.

    By • April 11, 2025
  • A photo of a person with a cardboard takeout container in one hand and tongs in the other, selecting items from a roller grill. The takeout container says 7-Eleven and a sign over the roller grill says Flavor in Every Bite."
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    3 Big Numbers: Digging into 7-Eleven’s earnings

    In its latest financials, company leaders laid out how QSRs, modernized food and beverage platforms, and private label products can help right the ship after a difficult 2024.

    By • April 11, 2025
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    Refuel debuts grab-and-go food program

    The retailer’s EATS offering, which has arrived at c-stores in three South Carolina towns, includes breakfast sandwiches, cheeseburgers and kolaches.

    By • April 9, 2025
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    Couche-Tard names head of North America foodservice and QSRs

    Gary Brant will spearhead the retailer’s food efforts in the U.S. and Canada, which center around its Fresh Food Fast and value meals programs.

    By • April 7, 2025
  • A photo of a smartphone on a table with pizza on a plate next to it on the left and a cup of soda on the right. The mobile app says "7Now Gold Pass. First 14 days free. Renews automatically. Cancel anytime. Free delivery on every order and extra perks for orders over $10. No small basket fees, 2x rewards points, FREE product on every order. Additional member perks"
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    An inside look at 7-Eleven’s painstaking delivery process

    The retailer hopes tablet technology will build employee “muscle memory” to pack orders as quickly as possible, targeting fulfillment in 25 to 35 minutes.

    By • April 4, 2025
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    Ruiz Foods appoints new head of retail

    Jennifer Ginnetti will oversee Ruiz’s El Monterey burritos, which is one of the most ubiquitous frozen burrito brands in U.S. convenience stores.

    By • April 4, 2025
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    Outlining 7-Eleven’s busy first quarter

    Between advancing takeover talks with Couche-Tard and continuing store development, plus an IPO on the horizon, it’s been a busy three months.

    By • March 31, 2025
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    C-stores’ private label push expected to grow

    Retailers like Love's, Wally's and 7-Eleven are going all in on new flavors and novel items, and even moving beyond food and beverage.

    By Christine Blank • March 24, 2025
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    Little General debuts small-format Buffalo Wild Wings in West Virginia

    The c-store retailer plans to bring at least five more Buffalo Wild Wings “Go” locations to West Virginia, with the next one set to open within 30 days.

    By • March 17, 2025
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    Coffee customization is more popular than ever. Here’s how c-stores can capitalize.

    The right array of creamers, sweeteners and other flavor options can elevate an already stellar coffee program — but only if it’s done right, experts say.

    By Michael Brady • March 17, 2025
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    Casey’s sees strong growth from food innovation

    Recent coffee and chicken wing launches, plus strength in areas like bakery and hot sandwiches, helped grow the company’s inside margins to over 34%.

    By • March 13, 2025
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    Kwik Trip appoints new director of foodservice

    Ben Wilson’s promotion comes after a quarter century spent with the La Crosse, Wisconsin-based c-store retailer.

    By • March 13, 2025
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    Fueling Up: Can 7-Eleven actually pull this off?

    There’s one major obstacle that could stand in the way of the retailer becoming a food destination via its next-generation stores, according to a former VP of operations for the company.

    By • Feb. 25, 2025
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    3 foodservice moves 7-Eleven has already made in 2025

    While North America’s largest c-store retailer begins building hundreds of food-focused stores, it’s also making more immediate changes to its menu.

    By • Feb. 13, 2025
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    EG America names new head of branded QSR operations

    The retailer has appointed a leader for its department that recently launched three fresh restaurant concepts.

    By • Feb. 11, 2025
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    Rich Products continues layoffs, will shutter another facility

    The c-store food producer will terminate 139 employees who work at a plant near Los Angeles to offset costs driven by inflation.

    By • Feb. 10, 2025
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    3 top c-store dispensed beverage trends for 2025

    Retailers should offer a variety of flavors and the ability to customize not just taste but function, experts from Love’s and EG America said.

    By Christine Blank • Feb. 10, 2025
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    3 Big Numbers: C-stores pushing the food trends envelope

    Rich Products recently outlined market trends it expects to see in 2025, and we’re looking at how c-stores are poised to meet those changes.

    By • Feb. 7, 2025
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    How Casey’s is trying to revive its sluggish coffee sales

    The retailer’s java offerings have hit a wall in recent years. With its new Darn Good Coffee program, it’s banking on flavor and roast varieties to give the category a boost, CMO Tom Brennan said.

    By • Feb. 6, 2025