CPG: Food Cadbury launches limited edition Summer range Cadbury has revealed four limited-edition Cadbury Dairy Milk Summer Edition bars and brand-new Cadbury Dairy Milk Iced Latte flavour. Available from June, the packaging features four summer-themed designs, all reflective of a traditional British summer: deck chairs, umbrellas, kites and inflatables. Using thermochromic technology, the wrapper visually… This story continues at Cadbury launches limited edition Summer range […] Talking Retail May 23, 2025May 23, 2025 < 1 min read MondelezDept. DairyDept. RefrigeratedDept. FreshDept. BeveragePackagingTechnology & InnovationDept. BakeryInternational - UK 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Memorial Day Travel Food Favorites: A Grocerant Guru’s Guide to Snacking Across America Memorial Day weekend is about to set new records — not just for travel, but for tasty road trip bites, hotel-room feasts, and foodie-favorite restaurants across the country. According to AAA, over 45 million Americans will hit the roads, rails, and runways from May 22 to May 26. That’s a whole lot of mouths […] Grocerant Guru May 23, 2025May 23, 2025 4 min read Dept. GroceryData & InsightsHoliday & EventsDept. FreshDept. Fresh PreparedPredictions and ForecastsRestaurantsPublixFood DeliveryStore LocationRegional GroceryDept. FuelNestleUnileverDept. BeverageDept. BakeryDept. Adult BevBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Maltesers White returns after over ten years Mars Wrigley is bringing back Maltesers White Chocolate, after more than a decade. The relaunch comes in direct response to significant consumer demand and not only caters to the rising popularity of white chocolate but also taps into shoppers’ desire for nostalgic products. Clare Moulder,… This story continues at Maltesers White returns after over ten […] Talking Retail May 22, 2025May 22, 2025 < 1 min read ReturnsShoppersMars Inc.Dept. BakeryConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Cadbury Dairy Milk takes over Piccadilly Cadbury will be taking over Piccadilly Lights with its Cadbury Dairy Milk ad campaign. The campaign aims to bring to life the Cadbury taste experience and is designed to sit alongside the brand’s long-standing ‘There’s a Glass and a Half in Everyone’ brand platform. The… This story continues at Cadbury Dairy Milk takes over Piccadilly […] Talking Retail May 22, 2025May 22, 2025 < 1 min read Dept. DairyMondelezDept. RefrigeratedDept. FreshDept. BeverageDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Bebeto expands Freeze Crunchy range with two new flavours Bebeto has launched two brand-new flavours in its Freeze Crunchy range: Bubble Gum Bottles and Blue Raspberry Rings. Each resealable pouch is designed to preserve the sweets’ signature crunch by locking out moisture. The freeze-drying process, commonly used in space exploration and emergency rations, freezes… This story continues at Bebeto expands Freeze Crunchy range with […] Talking Retail May 19, 2025May 19, 2025 < 1 min read Dept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food World of Sweets reveals new Vimto Jazzies World of Sweets has revealed its latest launch in partnership with Vimto. Brand new from their range are the Vimto Jazzies, Vimto-flavoured candy topped with crunchy sprinkles, made using the secret much-loved Vimto recipe. Kathryn Hague, head of marketing at World of Sweets said: “We… This story continues at World of Sweets reveals new Vimto […] Talking Retail May 19, 2025May 19, 2025 < 1 min read Dept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food World of Sweets announces new novelty launches World of Sweets has expanded its novelty lines with additions from Crazy Candy Factory and Barratt. Crazy Candy Factory has launched Paint Dripz, which includes blue razz flavoured brush-shaped lollipops with a matching liquid candy bucket of ‘paint’. The shape makes it an innovative new… This story continues at World of Sweets announces new novelty […] Talking Retail May 16, 2025May 16, 2025 < 1 min read Dept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Cadbury launches new limited-edition Twirl White Dipped Cadbury has launched a new limited-edition bar to the Cadbury Twirl range: Twirl White Dipped, a combination of Cadbury Twirl’s milk chocolate curls covered in white chocolate. Katya Savelieva, brand manager for Cadbury Twirl at Mondelēz International said, “We’re delighted to be building on the… This story continues at Cadbury launches new limited-edition Twirl White […] Talking Retail May 16, 2025May 16, 2025 < 1 min read MondelezInternationalDept. DairyDept. BeverageDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage Trader Joe’s Reveals New, Limited-Time Products Including Soda-Flavored Cookies and Pretzel Buns Trader Joe’s has revealed a series of new, limited-time products, including a sweet and savory combo of soda-flavored cookies and the perfect burger topper. Per food blogger Markie Devo, the grocery chain is releasing a series of sweet and savory grocery items this month, guaranteed to turn shoppers’ heads. Some of these include Root Beer […] RetailWire May 13, 2025May 13, 2025 3 min read Dept. BeverageTrader JoesData & InsightsDept. BakeryMeta (Facebook)Marketing: Social MediaDept. Natural / OrganicDept. FreshHealth & WellnessDept. Adult BevDept. Fresh PreparedRestaurantsShoppersDept. FuelDept. GroceryDept. PerimeterMerchandisingStrategyChewy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Jacksons of Yorkshire presents first ever TV ad Jacksons of Yorkshire, the retail division of Jacksons Bakery, is embarking on its first ever TV ad campaign, set to hit the small screen this spring. Having grown Jacksons of Yorkshire to a £22m retail brand, Jacksons is now setting its sights on accelerating that… This story continues at Jacksons of Yorkshire presents first ever […] Talking Retail May 13, 2025May 13, 2025 < 1 min read Marketing: BroadcastDept. PerimeterDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Swizzels celebrates 70 years of Refreshers with launch of new chew bar Swizzels is marking the 70th anniversary of its iconic Refreshers brand with the creation of a new Tropical Chew Bar. Featuring a mango and pineapple flavour, it reflects the growing popularity of fruity flavours, the new product retains the unique, fizzy sherbet centre. The latest… This story continues at Swizzels celebrates 70 years of Refreshers […] Talking Retail May 12, 2025May 12, 2025 < 1 min read Dept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Perfetti Van Melle new ad campaign for Smint & Mentos Perfetti Van Melle has announced new campaigns for two of its biggest brands – Smint and Mentos. Launching in May, both campaigns combined represent a £2m investment in Perfetti Van Melle’s refreshment brands – a key strategic priority for the company this year. The upcoming,… This story continues at Perfetti Van Melle new ad campaign […] Talking Retail May 9, 2025May 9, 2025 < 1 min read Results & InvestmentDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Popeyes’ Response to New Pope Annoucement Has Fans Roaring With Laughter As Pope Leo XIV takes the helm of the Catholic Church, Popeyes’ reaction to the news has some fans roaring with laughter. Its witty remarks took the internet by storm just moments after the papal appointment. The restaurant wasted no time joining the online chatter about the new pope. It served up a cheeky take […] RetailWire May 9, 2025May 9, 2025 2 min read RestaurantsMarketing: Social MediaData & InsightsDept. Fresh PreparedESG and CSRMondelezDept. BeverageDept. GroceryTwitterShoppersConsumersPress ReleaseDept. BakeryTrends: Food and Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Jelly Belly launches seventh Beanboozled Jelly Belly’s game of chance is back and the seventh edition of BeanBoozled introduces two new flavour pairings. Each jelly bean looks identical to another but could contain either a sweet treat or wild tastebud surprise. “In a time when devices can be all consuming,… This story continues at Jelly Belly launches seventh Beanboozled […] Talking Retail May 9, 2025May 9, 2025 < 1 min read Dept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer How Demand Forecasting Helps Baked by Melissa Deliver Joy on Mother’s Day Baked By Melissa has several peak sales periods during the year, including Pride Month in June, Halloween, Valentine’s Day and the December holidays, but its cupcakes, which are available for delivery nationwide, are particularly popular on Mother’s Day. CEO Melissa Ben-Ishay has a theory about why this one particular Sunday in May is such a […] Retail TouchPoints May 9, 2025May 9, 2025 3 min read ShoppersHoliday & EventsMarketing: Social MediaDept. NonfoodDeliveryPackagingMarketing: In StoreKraftHeinzPhilanthropyPartnershipsESG and CSRStrategyExecutivesDept. PetDept. PerimeterDept. BakeryConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Skittles new citrus variant Mars Wrigley has announced the launch of Skittles Citrus, a mix of five flavours: Orange, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin, and Blood Orange. The new variant is set to excite shoppers and drive impulse sales this summer, a key moment for the category. Developed in response to… This story continues at Skittles new citrus variant Or just […] Talking Retail May 8, 2025May 8, 2025 < 1 min read Mars Inc.ShoppersDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Country Choice launches premium ready to bake cookies Country Choice has launched a new selection of premium quality, ready to bake cookies, as it continues to meet the growing demand for indulgent, high-quality sweet treats. Convenience retailers can offer them as a premium, standalone addition to their existing sweet bakery selection. The new… This story continues at Country Choice launches premium ready to […] Talking Retail May 8, 2025May 8, 2025 < 1 min read Dept. PerimeterDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Gnaw extends into the impulse fixture Gnaw has launched a 35g impulse bar in Popcorn & Peanut, Honeycomb & Caramel, Sticky Toffee Pudding and Seville Orange flavours. “The arrival of the impulse offer has been central to Gnaw’s longer-term growth plans,” says Gnaw spokesperson, Josh Patterson. “We’re fortunate that our long-standing… This story continues at Gnaw extends into the impulse fixture […] Talking Retail May 7, 2025May 7, 2025 < 1 min read Dept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Warburtons launches ‘The Inspection’ ads starring Olivia Colman Warburtons has unveiled Academy Award-winning actress Olivia Colman as the star of the latest ad, ‘The Inspection’. Following in the footsteps of A-list celebrities like Robert De Niro and Samuel L. Jackson, Colman brings her signature wit to the new advert, joining bakery boss Jonathan… This story continues at Warburtons launches ‘The Inspection’ ads starring […] Talking Retail April 30, 2025April 30, 2025 < 1 min read Dept. PerimeterDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Chocolate confectionery sales soar over Easter despite price rises Take-home sales at the grocers were boosted by Easter falling later this year, increasing by 6.5% over the four weeks to 20 April 2025 versus 2024 and helping every retailer to improve its performance, according to the latest data from Kantar. Grocery price inflation also… This story continues at Chocolate confectionery sales soar over Easter […] Talking Retail April 29, 2025April 29, 2025 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsDept. BakeryInsight ProvidersEconomyData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Snickers launches ‘Off Your Game’ football campaign Mars Wrigley has unveiled its new ‘Off Your Game’ football campaign for its Snickers brand, following the success of last year’s ‘Own Goal’ campaign. The brand has enlisted the help of a star-powered line-up featuring legendary coach José Mourinho, double Ballon d’Or Feminin winner Aitana… This story continues at Snickers launches ‘Off Your Game’ football campaign […] Talking Retail April 29, 2025April 29, 2025 < 1 min read Mars Inc.Dept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Reese’s Peanut Butter White Bar hits shelves The Reese’s brand has launched Reese’s Peanut Butter White Bar, this latest innovation pairs Reese’s peanut butter filling with a white chocolate flavour coating, delivering a balance of salty and sweet. The new variation offers an alternative to the classic combination of peanut butter and… This story continues at Reese’s Peanut Butter White Bar hits […] Talking Retail April 28, 2025April 28, 2025 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationPricing & PromotionsDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants What Customers Value: A View from Restaurants, Convenience Stores, and Grocery Service Delis In today’s evolving foodservice landscape, the definition of value has expanded far beyond just price. Consumers navigating restaurants, convenience stores, and grocery store delis are increasingly driven by a combination of fiscal mindfulness, time-saving solutions, and meal satisfaction. Yet the lens through which each customer base views value is shaped by both the location […] Grocerant Guru April 25, 2025April 25, 2025 4 min read RestaurantsShoppersConsumersData & InsightsDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliDept. GroceryBrick and MortarPricing & PromotionsDept. FreshStore LocationMarketing: TradeDeliveryMerchandisingWaWaDept. BakeryHoliday & EventsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPredictions and ForecastsStrategyTechnology & InnovationUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Convenience stores experience Easter growth driven by inflation, data shows In figures released today by specialist convenience insight agency Talysis, sales of Easter confectionery are up 4.2% year on year vs 2024, despite unit sales seeing a decline of 9.2%. The new figures reveal that inflation continues to prop up a declining Easter trade for… This story continues at Convenience stores experience Easter growth driven […] Talking Retail April 25, 2025April 25, 2025 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsEconomyBrick and MortarData & InsightsDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Uniqlo, DXL, Babylist and More Turn to Resale, Recycling to Celebrate Earth Month [Editor’s Note: This story was updated on Earth Day, April 22, to include more sustainability initiatives from brands including Anthropologie, Trove and Babylist.] Every year, 92 million tons of clothing waste are generated — equivalent to a full truckload dumped into landfills every second. It’s a problem that fashion brands have long been aware of […] Retail TouchPoints April 23, 2025April 23, 2025 8 min read Technology & InnovationAISustainabilityDept. ApparelRecommerceShoppersAcquisitionConsumersHealth & WellnessExecutivesDept. BakeryPhilanthropyMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: In StorePricing & PromotionsESG and CSRGovernmentHoliday & EventsMarketing: Social MediaDeliveryDept. FreshOmnichannelDept. PerimeterStrategyMarketing: BrandMarketing: TradePredictions and ForecastsInternational - UKInternationalReturnsInternational - North AmericaKraftHeinzEconomyPartnershipsShopifyDept. NonfoodBrokersVendors 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Your Views: “Differentiated in a Sea of Retail Sameness” MNB reader Bob Wheatley weighed in on a piece I wrote about the importance of supermarkets actually emphasizing food: Was in an exploratory meeting at one time with the newly appointed CEO of a higher quality grocery chain, talking about strategies to build their brand and business. We were of like minds about the mindset […] MorningNewsBeat April 17, 2025April 17, 2025 5 min read Dept. GroceryDept. FreshResults & InvestmentDept. DeliDept. Fresh PreparedConsumersShoppersDept. NonfoodMarketing: In StoreGovernmentNestleMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: BroadcastDept. BakeryExecutivesESG and CSRDept. PerimeterTechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Food Legislation Will Change the Way We Eat California and West Virginia are at the forefront of food regulation, examining the ingredients that make up our everyday meals. Both states are considering new legislation to regulate food additives, dyes, and preservatives and according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®, change is coming. In West Virginia, this effort […] Grocerant Guru April 13, 2025April 27, 2025 4 min read Dept. GroceryTechnology & InnovationConsumersAIData & InsightsHealth & WellnessMarketing: Social MediaRestaurantsDept. Natural / OrganicGovernmentShoppersPredictions and ForecastsTrader JoesKraftHeinzDept. BakeryDept. BeverageWhole FoodsTrends: Food and BeverageTwitterDept. FreshMeta (Facebook)EconomyInsight ProvidersLegal & CriminalMarketing: In StoreMerchandisingPackagingStore LocationResults & InvestmentESG and CSRVendorsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAssociatesDept. DairyAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Media & Marketing Airwaves unveils its new ‘Ride The Airwaves’ campaign Airwaves has launched new ‘Ride The Airwaves’ campaign inspired by real fans’ social comments. The fully integrated campaign comprises of three films running across TV, OLV and social that bring the product experience to life through surreal visual metaphors. In addition, OOH, TikTok content, Snapchat… This story continues at Airwaves unveils its new ‘Ride The […] Talking Retail April 11, 2025April 11, 2025 < 1 min read Marketing: Social MediaESG and CSRTikTokMarketing: OOHMarketing: BroadcastDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Is The 65 Inch HDTV Syndrome Driving McDonald’s Growth Consider this: the undercurrents of Foodservice Solutions® 65 Inch HDTV Syndrome have now reached not only La-Z-Boy and Uber Eats but also the world’s most successful global chain restaurant, McDonald’s. Steven Johnson, Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA-based Foodservice Solutions®, identified, quantified, and qualified The 65 Inch HDTV Syndrome years ago, recognizing a shift in […] Grocerant Guru April 5, 2025April 5, 2025 4 min read Dept. GroceryTechnology & InnovationAIConsumersData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaDeliveryShoppersDept. FreshUbereatsMeta (Facebook)StrategyTwitterDept. BeveragePredictions and ForecastsTrends: TechTrends: MarketingRestaurantsPricing & PromotionsDept. BakeryOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationUnileverDept. PerimeterESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Reese’s launches new Dipped Peanuts The Reese’s brand has expanded its take home portfolio with the launch of Reese’s Dipped Peanuts shareable bags. The snack delivers a blend of sweet and salty flavours, combining crunchy peanuts dipped in peanut butter, mixed with chocolate flavoured dipped peanuts in a bag, offering… This story continues at Reese’s launches new Dipped Peanuts Or […] Talking Retail April 2, 2025April 2, 2025 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Media & Marketing Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Charted: How Do U.S. Universities Make Their Money? See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Charted: How Are American Universities Funded? This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways More than half of American public college and […] Written by Visual Capitalist May 11, 2025May 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Corporate Strategy Media & Marketing Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Week in Review: Instacart CEO heads to OpenAI Welcome back to Week in Review! We’ve got lots of news for you this week: There were CEO shake-ups at Instacart and 11x; the web series is back — kind of; Threads is getting video ads; and much more. Let’s get to it! Big move: Instacart CEO Fidji Simo will become OpenAI’s CEO for Applications, […] Written by TechCrunch May 11, 2025May 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Mass Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance Corporate Purpose Media & Marketing Data & Insights International Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Retail Operations Associates & Employees Operations & Supply Chain Stores & Formats What’s next for Instacart as CEO Fidji Simo announces decision to join OpenAI as head of applications? Instacart CEO Fidji Simo is departing the grocery technology company to join OpenAI as its Chief of Applications. In an email to employees, she said: “Let me start by saying this was an incredibly hard decision because I love this company. We are operating incredibly well as our last earnings results have shown. Our strategy […] Written by Retail Technology Innovation Hub May 10, 2025May 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Channel: Dollar/Value Channel: Grocery Channel: Mass Department & Category Department: Nonfood Corporate Strategy Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Retail Operations Merchandising Operations & Supply Chain Stores & Formats Personalized Disruption: Grocery’s Secret to Breaking Old Habits There’s no shortage of talk about technology that’s going to redefine, dominate, or transform retail this year. Much of this language boils down to marketing speech, and often, true industry disruption fails to materialize. There is no shortage of tech hyperbole in retail. But then there’s the occasional exception — a technology that genuinely does […] Written by Retail TouchPoints May 10, 2025May 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Department: Nonfood Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Holiday & Events Operations & Supply Chain State of the Consumer Report [Week of May 9] Timely insights on consumer behavior, pricing, and retail trends This weekly snapshot highlights the most relevant signals shaping where and how consumers are spending—from e-commerce and inflation shifts to essential vs. discretionary demand. What you’ll get from this week’s report: Cross-border e-commerce slowdown: Learn how tariff pressures are reshaping sales trends […] Written by Yipitdata May 10, 2025May 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked