Foodservice: Page 5

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    Deep Dive

    9 trends that will shape the c-store industry in 2024

    As convenience retailers consider new layouts, flavors and technology, the ability to be efficient with operations will be key, experts say.

    By C-Store Dive Staff • Jan. 9, 2024
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    PepsiCo’s small snacking brands fill a big void for CPG giant

    With brands such as SunChips and PopCorners, the food maker can attract and retain consumers while growing its business faster.

    By Christopher Doering • Dec. 22, 2023
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    Top 5 stories from C-Store Dive

    Top 5 stories from C-Store Dive 2023/2024

    By C-Store Dive staff
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    Arko collaborates with Tyson on discounted chicken sandwich

    As part of the company’s efforts to reach price-sensitive customers, the new sandwich costs $2.99 for fas Rewards members and is available at more than 300 locations.

    By • Dec. 21, 2023
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    How well did our predictions for 2023 fare? Here are our honest grades.

    Heading into 2023, we thought retail media, digital loyalty, EV charging and a few other topics would dominate the industry. We were right about some — and way off about one.

    By • Dec. 18, 2023
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    White Claw enters nonalcoholic category with zero-proof beverage

    The leading brand in the hard seltzer space is capitalizing on the growing number of Gen Z consumers abstaining from alcohol with electrolyte-infused, booze-free drinks in four flavors.

    By Chris Casey • Dec. 11, 2023
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    Rutter’s opens 2-story food-focused c-store in Pennsylvania

    The remodeled location, which grew from about 4,300 to nearly 8,000 square feet, features a second floor with seating for 30 people.

    By • Dec. 4, 2023
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    Fueling Up: People hate Wawa’s pizza. Here’s what the company can do about it.

    Critics and consumers have harshly judged the retailer’s pies since they debuted this summer. If sales are also poor, it may need to pull pizza from its menus, one expert says.

    By • Dec. 4, 2023
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    PFSbrands acquires Mid-Missouri grocer and c-store operator Moser’s Foods

    The foodservice company that oversees brands like Champs Chicken and Hangar 54 pizza has named two executives to oversee its new retail division.

    By Peyton Bigora • Dec. 1, 2023
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    Can c-stores become dinner destinations?

    While the industry is better known for beverages and snacks, a growing emphasis on meals can open big opportunities for retailers with the right offers.

    By Christine Blank • Nov. 28, 2023
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    Back to Basics: How c-stores can add pizza to their foodservice lineup

    Convenience store customers love innovative pizza varieties. But before they roll out the eye-catching selections, companies need to make sure they can make a good pepperoni pie.

    By Amanda Baltazar • Nov. 20, 2023
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    Holiday drinks continue the resurgence of c-store LTOs

    Companies like 7-Eleven, Wawa and EG America are adding peppermint-flavored seasonal options including shakes, coffee-based drinks and cocoa as the year-end festivities approach.

    By • Nov. 13, 2023
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    Deep Dive

    Foodservice ‘renaissance’: How grocers are spicing up their deli and premade meals

    As competition grows from restaurant chains and c-stores like Foxtrot, supermarkets are getting creative with offerings, deals, labor models and shopping experiences to differentiate beyond price.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 6, 2023
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    Fast-growing Majors Management bringing pizza restaurants to 100 locations

    The first of the Noble Roman’s franchise locations will be in stores by summer of 2024, with all sites expected to be operational by September 2026.

    By • Nov. 3, 2023
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    Twice Daily brings made-to-order foodservice to all locations

    After testing the concept at select locations earlier this summer and seeing positive results, the convenience retailer broadened the program.

    By • Oct. 25, 2023
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    Sprint Mart opens its largest store to date

    The 16,000-square-foot location in Alabama features a new sit-down restaurant concept, Sadie’s Diner.

    By • Oct. 23, 2023
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    Limited-time offers have come roaring back to life. Here’s how c-stores are capitalizing.

    After a dip during the height of the pandemic, LTOs have been gaining steam and are nearly back to pre-pandemic levels as retailers look to spur traffic with exciting new dishes.

    By Christine Blank • Oct. 18, 2023
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    Cal’s Convenience taps Dash In category manager to lead foodservice operations

    Benjamin Lucky, who has led food programs at several major c-store retailers, joined Cal’s in early October.

    By • Oct. 17, 2023
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    How pumpkin spice became the unshakeable king of coffee LTOs

    Developing the autumnal flavor for cold drinks, which are surging in popularity, is a technical feat. But recent innovations may secure the flavor’s dominance for years to come, experts say.

    By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Oct. 13, 2023
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    4 c-store breakfast trends to wake up to

    Morning is the busiest time of day for c-stores. Here’s how TXB, Rutter’s and others are updating their menus to connect with customers.

    By Christine Blank • Oct. 10, 2023
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    NACS Show 2023

    How 2 midsize c-stores are pushing made-to-order meals to the next level

    Leaders from High’s Dairy Stores and Friendly Express discussed how they’re constantly learning ways to improve their premium food programs.

    By • Oct. 6, 2023
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    McLane launches proprietary pizza line

    The distributor’s Prendisimo brand adds another offering to its fast-growing foodservice program that launched this summer.

    By • Oct. 5, 2023
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    Royal Farms joins the fall flavor rush

    Pumpkin-flavored coffee and muffins, along with a variety of seasonal items from other vendors, accompany a separate spicy fries LTO from the retailer.

    By • Sept. 21, 2023
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    Consumers can now order Allsup’s burritos online for delivery

    Parent company Yesway has made the savory dish available via its digital shop to celebrate 50 years of selling the item.

    By • Sept. 19, 2023
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    Pennsylvania c-store chain adds Tex-Mex LTO

    Dandy has added tacos, loaded nachos and taco pizza to its menu, offering a different spin on fall food options. 

    By • Sept. 18, 2023
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    7-Eleven expands seasonal LTO menu

    After releasing its pumpkin spice latte last month, the convenience retailer has added gingerbread cookies, a French toast breakfast sandwich and more.

    By • Sept. 14, 2023