Channel: Restaurants Starbucks White Chocolate Mocha hits shelves Starbucks White Chocolate Mocha Chilled Coffee Classic is a Starbucks coffeehouse original, blending espresso and milk with a hint of white chocolate. The festive release builds on the large-format Starbucks Multiserve chilled coffee range which has brought new consumers to the RTD chilled coffee category… This story continues at Starbucks White Chocolate Mocha hits shelves […] Talking Retail November 1, 2024November 1, 2024 < 1 min read RestaurantsDept. BeverageConsumersDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Starbucks Lays Out Plans to Reestablish Itself as the ‘Community Coffee House’ Following a Q4 that its new Chairman and CEO Brian Niccol termed “very disappointing,” Starbucks will make a number of changes designed to improve both the customer and associate experience at its cafés. The retailer is seeking to reclaim its designation as a “third place,” one where customers can linger if they want, by bringing […] Retail TouchPoints November 1, 2024November 1, 2024 3 min read RestaurantsShoppersDept. BeveragePartnershipsExecutivesBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaCOVID19Results & InvestmentCustomer ExperienceMarketing: In StoreHoliday & EventsDept. DairySustainabilityTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Starbucks Will Stop Charging Extra For Non-Dairy Milk The money-saving change takes place on Nov. 7, 2024. RetailWire October 31, 2024October 31, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. DairyRestaurantsDept. RefrigeratedDept. FreshDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Where’s the Meat? Subway Faces Lawsuit Over Skimpy Sandwiches Subway has been hit with a lawsuit alleging it “falsely advertises” the amount of meat in its steak and cheese sandwiches. RetailWire October 31, 2024October 31, 2024 < 1 min read RestaurantsLegal & CriminalDept. FreshDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Starbucks will stop charging extra for dairy substitutes The change to Starbucks’ policy could save some U.S. customers more than 10% on their drinks. CNBC October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 < 1 min read RestaurantsDept. RefrigeratedDept. FreshDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Halloween Meal Solutions: The Grocerant Guru’s Top 5 Kid-Friendly Meals to Counter the Candy Craze Halloween is synonymous with costumes, candy, and endless trick-or-treating fun, but the night’s candy overindulgence can leave parents scrambling for healthier meal options. From the Grocerant Guru’s kitchen to yours, here are five kid-friendly meal solutions that balance nutrition with ease, keeping energy up and sugar crashes at bay—all while satisfying kids’ Halloween excitement. […] Grocerant Guru October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 3 min read Holiday & EventsData & InsightsDept. DairyDept. FreshSustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaDept. GroceryDept. FuelConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer From Omnichannel to Polychannel: How FMCG Shopping is Changing With COVID-19 cases dropping in 2022, shoppers returned to physical stores, including supermarkets, while maintaining some of their e-shopping habits acquired in the pandemic. And in 2024, with shoppers visiting different supermarket stores and chains, and with greater frequency, we’re witnessing a new trend: the polychannel shopper. If, during COVID-19, we noticed physical store shoppers shifting […] Retail TouchPoints October 25, 2024October 25, 2024 3 min read ConsumersShoppersMarketing: Retail MediaOmnichannelBrick and MortarCOVID19Marketing: Social MediaData & InsightsDept. DairyEconomyMarketing: In StoreDept. RefrigeratedTechnology & InnovationTikTokDept. FreshPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: TradeAcquisitionMarketing: MobileResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainHoliday & EventsInsight ProvidersExecutivesDept. ApparelBig DataTrends: MarketingDept. BeverageDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage Milk-Bone revels in rom-com tropes with movie trailer parody campaign Ads for faux film “Howl You Know” will run before actual trailers in cinemas while the brand is sharing additional Hollywood-like content on social. MarketingDive October 23, 2024October 23, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. DairyDept. BeverageESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Papa Murphy’s Struggles: Price Sensitivity, Store Closures, and the Battle for Pizza Market Share Historically, Papa Murphy’s has stood out in the crowded pizza market with its unique take-and-bake model, offering customers fresh, uncooked pizzas they could bake at home. However, in recent years, the brand has faced significant headwinds, threatening its market share and stifling store-level volumes, according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based […] Grocerant Guru October 22, 2024October 22, 2024 4 min read Data & InsightsConsumersDept. GroceryDeliveryRestaurantsShoppersStore LocationEconomyCompetitionMarketing: TradeBOPISBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsDept. FreshInternationalPackagingExecutivesStrategySustainabilityPartnershipsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. DairyAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Urban Eat unveils new limited-edition festive sandwiches Urban Eat has launched a trio of Christmas limited-edition sandwiches: Chicken and Turkey Festive Feast Sandwich, Festive Cheese Sandwich and Festive Feast Toastie. The packs have been designed to capture the season, featuring hand-drawn illustrations and a scaled back use of colour to stand out… This story continues at Urban Eat unveils new limited-edition festive […] Talking Retail October 21, 2024October 21, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. Fresh PreparedHoliday & EventsDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Retail tech innovation of the week: Snap Street taps Snapchat IRL and experiential shopping destination Retail Technology Innovation of the Week is a series brought to you by RTIH, and sponsored by 3D Cloud, highlighting stand out deployments, launches, and initiatives by retailers and tech suppliers. Every week, we will showcase forward thinking tech plays that have impressed our Editor and the Retail Technology Innovations Report judging panel, alongside the […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub October 20, 2024October 20, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaData & InsightsTrends: TechInternational - UKDept. BeverageDept. HBCMetaverseDept. ApparelPredictions and ForecastsOmnichannelConsumersOcadoDept. Adult BevTech: AR and VRSponsoredShoppersDept. GroceryTwitterDept. DairyPop UpsResults & InvestmentStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Arby’s Brings Back Its Mac ‘N Cheese Bites Arby’s has announced the return of its popular Mac ‘N Cheese Bites, offering a nostalgic twist on the beloved comfort food. RetailWire October 19, 2024October 19, 2024 < 1 min read RestaurantsDept. DairyUnileverDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Lidl Launches New Appeal to U.S. Shoppers: ‘We’re the Super-est Supermarket’ Discount grocer Lidl is a big player in Europe, with more than 12,000 stores in 32 countries. But its reception since launching in the U.S. in 2015 has been more of a slow burn. The company now operates 170+ stores across nine east coast states and Washington, D.C., and it’s looking to boost its profile among […] Retail TouchPoints October 19, 2024October 19, 2024 2 min read LidlShoppersExecutivesDept. FreshMarketing: Social MediaBrick and MortarPress ReleasePartnershipsMarketing: In StoreDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category The Evolution of Lunch: From the Humble Brown Bag to the Snackle Box Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will always be the framework for our major consumption occasions. But even before the pandemic, U.S. consumers were shifting their habits, patterns, and needs in ways that disrupted these dayparts. Boomers were exiting the workforce, more people were working remotely, and the gig economy was starting to take off. Then the […] Circana October 17, 2024October 17, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersDept. NonfoodDept. BeverageInsight ProvidersMarketing: Social MediaCOVID19AssociatesMerchandisingData & InsightsEconomyPredictions and ForecastsTechnology & InnovationProcter & GambleRestaurantsDept. FreshTikTokSustainabilityStore LocationShoppersNestleDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Walmart Introduces ‘Wicked’ Mystery Color Mac and Cheese The “Wicked” product features either pink or green cheese when water is added. RetailWire October 16, 2024October 16, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. DairyWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Retail Technology Startup Stories Interview: Ross Finman, Founder and CEO at Augmodo RTIH gets the lowdown on Augmodo, which has developed a real-time inventory and task tracker using wearable SmartBadges to create live 3D store maps. The startup recently raised $5.3 million in seed funding led by Lerer Hippeau, with participation from Dunnhumby Ventures, NewFare Partners and Simple Food Ventures. RTIH: Tell us about yourself and Augmodo […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub October 15, 2024October 15, 2024 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIAssociatesData & InsightsReturnsPartnershipsOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaExecutivesBOPISPredictions and ForecastsAcquisitionCompetitionBig DataMarketing: Retail MediaInsight ProvidersInternational - UKBrick and MortardunnhumbyDept. GroceryShoppersTwitterDept. DairyIndustry Conferences and EventsMerchandisingStore LocationTrends: RetailDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Plant-Based Protein’s Unfulfilled Promise The early 2010s witnessed the rise of plant-based proteins, heralded as a “greener,” cost-efficient alternative to traditional meat. Brands like Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods captured public imagination and media attention, promising healthier diets, environmental sustainability, and affordable alternatives to animal-based products. However, according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice […] Grocerant Guru October 12, 2024October 12, 2024 5 min read Health & WellnessTrends: Food and BeverageConsumersDept. FreshDept. GrocerySustainabilityData & InsightsESG and CSRRestaurantsPartnershipsDept. DairyBrick and MortarEconomyPredictions and ForecastsDept. RefrigeratedInsight ProvidersStrategyInternationalDept. BeverageDept. Perimeter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category From ‘Snackification’ to Indulgence: A Look at the Biggest Trends in Snacking After several years of steady increases in snacking occasions among U.S. consumers, those occasions plateaued in 2024 as the rise of indulgent snacks and the decline of healthy and better-for-you snacks balanced each other out. Even so, our 39th annual Eating Patterns in America research revealed growth in snacking away from home, along with an […] Circana October 11, 2024October 11, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersHealth & WellnessPredictions and ForecastsInsight ProvidersDept. FreshTechnology & InnovationCOVID19PepsiCoData & InsightsDept. NonfoodDept. Fresh PreparedDept. FrozenEconomyMarketing: BrandMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionShoppersDept. DairyAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Can Del Taco Rebound Del Taco is once again hitting all the right consumer touchpoints, tapping into the power of value and flavor to fuel its momentum in the quick-service industry. As consumer expectations shift toward quality at an affordable price, Del Taco is proving it can not only meet but exceed those demands with the launch of […] Grocerant Guru October 11, 2024October 11, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersRestaurantsData & InsightsDept. BeverageShoppersDept. FreshPredictions and ForecastsMars Inc.SustainabilityStrategyDept. FuelPepsiCoPartnershipsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. DairyTrends: Food and BeverageAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category The Power of Chicken: A Historical Perspective on Fast Food’s Unlikely King In the fast-food world, chicken has emerged as a quiet yet formidable force, steadily reclaiming its place at the center of the plate, according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Once a top contender in the industry, chicken’s appeal surged through the efforts of KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken), which […] Grocerant Guru October 10, 2024October 10, 2024 5 min read Dept. GroceryRestaurantsData & InsightsDept. Fresh PreparedConsumersHealth & WellnessDept. FreshDept. PerimeterShoppersTrends: Food and BeveragePredictions and ForecastsDept. DairyDeliveryMarketing: Social MediaExecutivesPepsiCoPop UpsStrategyESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Finding the Right Financing for Your First Big Purchase Order The moment has finally arrived. You’ve connected with a retail buyer on RangeMe or at an ECRM Session, and after subsequent follow up meetings you’ve landed a large purchase order. All of the hard work – the numerous phone calls, emails, sending product samples out to various members of the retail organization – has finally […] RangeMe October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 4 min read Results & InvestmentVendorsData & InsightsBankruptcyStrategyShoppersNestleDept. DairyDept. BeverageCPG: Adult Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Reese’s Fast Break bar to hit shelves The Reese’s brand is expanding its UK portfolio with the launch of the Reese’s Fast Break bar, a combination of chewy nougat and peanut butter in a milk chocolate-flavour coating. The launch aims to add a fresh twist to traditional chocolate bars, says Reese’s, which… This story continues at Reese’s Fast Break bar to hit […] Talking Retail October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 < 1 min read International - UKDept. FreshDept. DairyDept. BeverageDept. BakeryChewy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage Milky Way Milk now available in a can Mars Chocolate Drinks and Treats (MCD&T) has expanded its range of milk drinks in a can with the launch of Milky Way Milk in a 250ml can. Following last year’s successful introduction of Mars and Galaxy milk drinks in cans, this move is part of… This story continues at Milky Way Milk now available in […] Talking Retail October 7, 2024October 7, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. DairyDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Foodservice Customer Migration Conundrum Today, value wars are shifting consumer loyalty according to Steven Johnson the Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. In the ever-evolving world of foodservice, the battle for consumer loyalty continues to intensify as brands adjust their strategies to meet changing customer expectations. YouGov’s latest foodservice focused poll reveals a critical shift in […] Grocerant Guru October 6, 2024October 6, 2024 4 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersData & InsightsShoppersRestaurantsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. DairyCompetitionUnileverMarketing: In StorePepsiCoPredictions and ForecastsTechnology & InnovationEconomyBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category What’s for Dinner: Convenient Meals for Today’s Families The age-old question, “What’s for dinner?” has evolved dramatically over the decades, shaped by societal changes and consumer demands. In a world where speed of service, affordability, portability, and dietary preferences take center stage, families today are more interested in finding meal solutions that satisfy everyone at the table without sacrificing quality or convenience, […] Grocerant Guru October 4, 2024October 4, 2024 5 min read Dept. GroceryBrick and MortarData & InsightsRestaurantsDept. FreshHealth & WellnessMarketing: Social MediaConsumersDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliWaWaPredictions and ForecastsConsultingTwitterThick DataMeta (Facebook)Dept. DairyESG and CSRDept. Natural / OrganicDept. OTCDept. PerimeterMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationShoppersStrategyTrends: Food and Beverage7-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Why Branding Side Dishes for Takeout Matters Side dishes have long been an underappreciated part of the culinary landscape, often treated as a mere afterthought to the main course. However, in today’s competitive retail and restaurant market, branding a quality side dish as a standalone takeout option is a smart strategy that can drive unit sales, store sales, and boost brand […] Grocerant Guru October 2, 2024October 2, 2024 5 min read ConsumersRestaurantsShoppersDept. GroceryData & InsightsDept. DairyMarketing: BrandOperations & Supply ChainStrategyDept. FreshAssociatesDept. PerimeterMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionBrick and MortarPricing & PromotionsUnileverESG and CSRPredictions and ForecastsSustainabilityTechnology & InnovationDept. Natural / Organic 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Nomadic introduces limited edition Yogurt & Oat Cluster Nomadic is adding a new, limited edition, flavour to its Yogurt & Oat Clusters range. Available for 12 months, Choc Orange joins the company’s four existing variants – Strawberry, Blackcurrant & Blueberry, Double Choc and Chocolate & Honeycomb. Michelle Bloom, Nomadic’s marketing manager, said: “Our… This story continues at Nomadic introduces limited edition Yogurt & […] Talking Retail October 1, 2024October 1, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Do Foodservice Operators Understand the Importance of Developing Handheld Protein Menu Items for Each Daypart? Consumers are dynamic not static. As consumer preferences continue to evolve, one thing is clear: the demand for convenience, portability, and high-quality food is growing across all sectors, from grocery stores to convenience stores and restaurants. Now according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®, at the core of this […] Grocerant Guru September 26, 2024September 26, 2024 5 min read ConsumersDept. GroceryRestaurantsBrick and MortarData & InsightsHealth & WellnessShoppersMarketing: Social MediaDept. Fresh PreparedMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionStrategyDept. FreshDept. FuelMeta (Facebook)ESG and CSRTwitterConsultingConagraStore LocationPricing & PromotionsDept. DairyAlimentation Couche-Tard 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants How birria took over restaurant menus across the country Birria has become a popular protein option for tacos, quesadillas, grilled cheese and even ramen. CNBC September 25, 2024September 25, 2024 < 1 min read RestaurantsDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Culver’s Debuts Hot Honey Cheese Curds and Brings Back Fan-Favorite CurderBurger Sweet heat and crispy fried cheese, what could be better? RetailWire September 25, 2024September 25, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Trends & External Forces Kroger-Albertsons merger in court: 6 key takeaways Competition, pricing and the fate of Albertsons were key points of contention in the three court battles that unfolded over a nearly two-month period. Written by Grocery Dive November 4, 2024November 4, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights QuickWit Weekly (11/04/24) Last Week’s Top Retail News The top retail news and most interesting & most read stories in commerce. Written by RetailWit November 4, 2024November 4, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Channel: Mass Department: Consumer Durables Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Strategy Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Retail Operations Merchandising Stores & Formats Personalization 101: How to use simple data to create tailored retail experiences When personalization works, it feels seamless. But when it misses—like receiving offers for products you’ve already bought or irrelevant recommendations—it creates a disconnect. Personalization is incredibly powerful when done right, yet many retail businesses today are falling short. In a 2024 study, Deloitte found that 80% of consumers prefer brands that offer personalized experiences, and […] Written by RetailDive November 4, 2024November 4, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Department & Category Corporate Finance Trends & External Forces Mike Tyson Invests in Plant-Based Fast-Food QSR Mike Tyson’s latest KO move comes in the form of an investment in a plant-based QSR. In a press release on GlobeNewswire, through Carma HoldCo, Mike Tyson announced a strategic investment in Mr. Charlie’s Told Me So (TMS), a pioneering plant-based quick-service restaurant (QSR). This move comes as the plant-based food market is projected to exceed […] Written by RetailWire November 4, 2024November 4, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Retailer Media Agencies & Vendors Retail Ecosystem Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Retail Media Insights With FMI’s Mark Baum and NielsenIQ’s Liz Buchanan The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Mark Baum, Chief Collaboration Officer at the Food Marketing Institute and Liz Buchanan, North America President of NielsenIQ. FMI & NielsenIQ are collectively performing a joint research along with Thinkblue LLC – a consulting powerhouse that includes our co-host Sri, on the latest in retail media. […] Written by The CPG Guys November 2, 2024November 4, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked