Alltown Fresh announced the opening of its first ‘fresh convenience market’ in Connecticut. Located in Waterbury, Conn., the sleek farmstand-style market features healthy, fresh food choices, as well as gas/diesel, a cafe, bean-to-cup coffee, outdoor seating, groceries, WiFi, pet relief areas, traditional snack options and phone charging stations in a rush-free environment for neighbors to…
Casey’s Expands Chicken Options
Casey’s General Store is known for its pizza, but the c-store chain is branching out with the launch of several new chicken products, including a sandwich, tenders and a chicken salad. Chicken Sandwich First up are our chicken sandwiches. Casey’s offers sandwiches with either grilled or crispy chicken. The Crispy Chicken Sandwich features a perfectly…
Pilot Flying J to Debut New Seasonal Drinks
Pilot Flying J is debuting a new pumpkin drink, the Pumpkin Maple Cappuccino, on Sept. 1, until supplies last, at more than 550 participating Pilot and Flying J Travel Centers across the U.S. Pilot Flying J said that the Pumpkin Maple Cappuccino, starting at $1.59, is a great choice for anyone looking to satisfy their…
LSI Industries Awards Lighting Facilities Recertification to Eagle Registrations
LSI Industries Inc. announced that Eagle Registrations Inc., has awarded LSI Industries’ lighting facilities ISO 9001:2015 recertification. Blue Ash, Ohio-based LSI Industries Inc. manufactures lighting, graphics and technology solutions for both indoor and outdoor applications. LSI currently employs over 1,200 employees and operates seven facilities throughout the U.S. ISO 9001:2015 is the latest revision of…
The Art of Engagement
Let’s get engaged! Most of us have heard or said these words at some time in our lives — some of us, more than once. However, what I am speaking of today is engaging with our customers. Many retailers have social media accounts — typically Facebook, and perhaps Twitter or Instagram. But what is the…
Bagel Puffs
GeeFree Foods, a fast-growing food manufacturer specializing in all-natural, frozen, gluten-free puff pastry products, introduces Bagel Puffs in three varieties: Everything-On-It (salt, sesame, onion and poppy seeds), Cinnamon Raisin, and Plain. Each Bagel Puff is filled with plain cream cheese surrounded by a blend of GeeFree’s signature puff pastry dough and bagel dough. Bagel Puffs come six per box, are…
Iceless Produce Packaging
StePac L.A. Ltd.’s innovative MA/MH (Modified Atmosphere/Modified Humidity Packaging) technology is changing the paradigm of cold-chain supply and integrating sustainability into the long-haul transport of fresh broccoli and other vegetables traditionally shipped in ice. The technology effectively eliminates the need for ice and nonrecyclable wax cartons while enhancing food safety. Most notable of the benefits of…
Marathon Petroleum Mandan Refinery Donates Time, Money to Red Cross
Marathon Petroleum Corp.’s Mandan Refinery in North Dakota donated $5,000 to the Red Cross’ efforts to help local residents displaced from an apartment fire, and employees donated their time to help the victims of the fire. “Our employees care about our community, and when our neighbors need help, it’s great to see how we come together…
Love’s Offers Chester’s Fried Chicken Sandwich
Chester’s launched a new Fried Chicken Sandwich, available at all 113 Love’s Travel Stops that feature Chester’s restaurants, according to Restaurant News. Chester’s new Fried Chicken Sandwich features Chester’s new marinated Breast Fillet and the brand’s double hand breading technique. The sandwich is topped with crinkle-cut dill pickles and placed on a brioche bun lightly coated…
Target to Launch New Grocery Brand
Target is launching a new private-label grocery brand called Good & Gather, available in stores on Sept. 15, according to CNBC. Target told CNBC that by the end of 2020, the brand will have more than 2,000 food items and will be a multibillion-dollar brand — the largest of its private labels. “We’ve been hard at…