Incogmeato by MorningStar Farms is a delicious new line of next-generation plant-based protein that looks, cooks and tastes just like meat. Ahead of grilling season, Incogmeato is debuting its new, ready-to-cook plant-based Burger Patties, Original Bratwurst and Italian Sausage with complete protein. Starting this March, people can find Incogmeato Burger Patties in the fresh meat case…
QuikTrip Officially Defines New Term, ‘Snackle’
QuikTrip (QT) has announced the official definition of its self-created term, “snackle.” Snackle: /SNAK’UHL/ – Part snack, part meal, a snackle is a perfectly satisfying food and/or drink from QuikTrip. A snackle can take many forms and taste profiles, giving it the unique ability to satisfy any craving at any time. For several months, QT…
Parker’s Named 2019 Southeast Retailer of the Year
Parker’s Kitchen was recently named the 2019 Southeast Retailer of the Year by The Shelby Report. The Shelby Report celebrates “this progressive foodservice/convenience retailer that, at the same time, keeps its eye on the basics — customer service, excellent product and giving back to its communities.” The article offers an in-depth look at the strategies…
7-Eleven Offers Leap Day Pizza Promotion
Participating 7-Eleven stores are offering $2.29 whole pizzas inside and outside of store to celebrate Leap Day, Feb. 29. From 12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on 2/29, 7-Eleven customers can: Purchase whole pizzas for the one-day-only price of $2.29 each at participating stores while supplies last. Order $2.29 whole pizzas for delivery through the retailer’s…
Burger King Ad Features Moldy Whopper
A new Burger King ad campaign features a photo of a moldy Whopper to highlight efforts to eliminate artificial preservatives and other additives from all U.S. menus by the end of 2020. The unconventional marketing effort includes a TV commercial showing the all-natural Whopper slowly rotting over the course of 34 days. “We believe that real food…
Pilot Company Adds New Foodservice Options
This month, Pilot Company is introducing Jumbo Breakfast Burritos at more than 300 of its Pilot and Flying J travel centers. With options in both smoked beef brisket and pulled chicken, the burritos also include scrambled egg, tater tots, a blend of cheddar and Monterey jack cheese, and fire roasted peppers and onions. Starting Feb.…
White Castle to Top Sliders With Dairy-Free Cheese
White Castle hamburger chain will soon become one of the first fast-food hamburger chains in the U.S. to offer a dairy-free alternative to cheddar cheese. The chain will launch the non-dairy product on Mar. 1, in its New Jersey and New York City restaurants. White Castle is partnering with GOODPLANeT Foods, the company that makes…
Milder January Dishes Heartier Restaurant Business
Customer transactions at U.S. restaurant chains were up in January, a benefit of milder weather compared to a year ago when extreme weather conditions, including a polar vortex and above average precipitation, hit many areas of the U.S. For the retail weeks ending Jan. 6 through Feb. 2, total restaurant transactions increased by 2%…
Rich Products Announces Three Acquisitions
Rich Products announced the expansion of its product portfolio with three acquisitions: Rizzuto Foods, Morey’s Seafood International and two manufacturing plants from TreeHouse Foods. These strategic additions position Rich Products for continued growth, innovation and long-term success. “As we enter our 75th year, we remain as committed as ever to driving value for our customers,”…
The 2020 Foodservice Report
With foodservice now a core component of the convenience landscape, c-store retailers are watching the abundance of food trends vying for prominence in 2020. Which concepts will dominate menus in the year ahead? C-store operators are working to identify, test and implement the most promising concepts. Among these trends, plant-based continues to gain momentum, with…