WINNER: Cumberland Farms EG America’s new Ria’s Pizzeria concept offers its Cumberland Farms customers new foodservice options, from specialty whole pies to pizza by the slice to proprietary sweet and savory snacks. Foodservice programs at convenience stores are increasingly expanding, to the point where many are starting to rival the quick-service restaurant (QSR) space. With…
Rival C-Store Retailers Bet Big on Super Bowl
QuikTrip and Wawa showed support for their hometown teams during the Super Bowl by teaming up for some friendly competition. QuikTrip, which has a huge presence in Kansas City, Mo., was confident the Chiefs would win, whereas Pennsylvania-based Wawa banked on the Philadelphia Eagles. Following the championship game, the retailer whose team lost the big…
Flavor-Mixing Beverage System
SmartSoda is excited to announce the launch of the JuLi Connect beverage system. This innovative beverage solution allows users to mix and match flavors and functional shots of their choice to create endless options of healthy beverages. Every SmartSoda beverage starts with vitamin-infused alkaline water and allows users to mix up to three flavors or […]
Zero Sugar Energy Drink
Monster Energy launched its new and revitalized Monster Zero Sugar. Revamped in image and taste to align perfectly with the flagship Monster Green, this refreshed product is back with the same quality Monster is renowned for. Monster Zero Sugar comes packed with a premium taste without the unwanted sugar. Filled with 160 milligrams of caffeine […]
Cookies and Cream-Flavored M&M’S Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich
Mars added a new innovation to the company’s growing ice cream portfolio, the M&M’S Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich. M&M’S Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches offer a multi-texture experience. The combination of M&M’S chocolate candies, baked chocolate cookies, cookie pieces and creamy rich ice cream in one place offers a fun […]
Maverik Opens Third California Store
Maverik — Adventure’s First Stop continued to expand into California with its third store opening in Anderson. Customers will now get to experience the region’s newest adventure-themed convenience store. “Maverik just celebrated its 400th store location in Magna, Utah, and we’re thrilled to continue our regional expansion in California,” said Chuck Maggelet, president and chief…
Major C-Store and Pizza Chain Offers Big Super Bowl Deals
In honor of Sunday’s big game, Casey’s decided to help its guests win with everything they need. The Super Bowl is the No. 4 holiday for whole pie sales at Casey’s and ranks well below the other three for sales on a single day. Activations include: Fan-favorite deal: Buy one large pizza, get one 40%…
Maverik Offers Limited-Time Valentine’s Day Doughnut
Maverik — Adventure’s First Stop announced it will offer its customers a limited-time “Heart-filled” Valentine’s Day doughnut for $1.99 in celebration of the day of love and affection. The doughnut can serve as a nice surprise for loved ones, family, friends or co-workers. Those in for a sweet treat can visit their local Maverik starting…
Ambitious C-Store Chain Opens Chicagoland Store
Thorntons opened its newest Chicagoland store — and the first in Riverwoods, Ill. — on Feb. 3 at 6 a.m. The company now operates a total of 88 stores in Illinois, 68 of which are in Chicagoland. This new 4,400-square-foot facility is set on 1.69 acres and features a number of amenities to serve on-the-go…
Frozen Reese’s Dessert Cup
Reese’s released a lineup of new frozen treats available nationwide for 2023, including Reese’s Peanut Butter Frozen Dessert Cup. This new treat is a frozen take on the iconic Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup featuring a peanut butter frozen dairy dessert blended with Reese’s peanut butter swirl covered in a milk chocolate coating. Now there’s more […]