Erin Del Conte, executive editor of CStore Decisions, kicks off 2023 with a new product review. On the tasting menu: a popular energy drink’s new zero sugar offering, Reese’s Chocolate-Dipped Animal Crackers and a Valentine’s Day LTO from PopTarts.

Emmy Boes, associate editor of CStore Decisions, tries Kind Soft Baked Granola, SweeTARTS Gummies Fruity Splitz and Labatt Blue Light Non-Alc Strawberry Acai.

CStore Decisions’ Associate Editor Zhane Isom tries different snacks and candy, including Twizzlers Gummies, Doritos Cool Ranch Jalapeño Dip and Rolo Dark Salted Caramel.  

Both meat and salty snacks remain bulwarks of the convenience store industry. And during uncertain economic times, with other staple product categories facing some very real challenges, bulwarks are a good thing to have. “Both (salty snacks and meat snacks) are good categories that saw growth in 2022 and should grow in 2023,” predicted Rich…

HighKey’s new Sandwich Cookies are the newest addition to the brand’s snack portfolio. They are a mouthwatering combination of light and creamy filling between two crunchy chocolate cookies. This no-sugar treat combines rich cocoa flavors and sweet vanilla-flavored cream. HighKey’s new Sandwich Cookies are gluten free, soy free and keto friendly. Each shareable sleeve contains […]

Hippeas launched a new far-out Chickpea Tortilla Chip flavor: Nacho Vibes. This consumer-requested flavor has the crunch and taste of mainstream nacho-flavored tortilla chips but was developed with the better-for-you attributes Hippeas is known for. The chips are vegan/dairy free, certified gluten free and non-GMO. The new addition rounds out the other Chickpea Tortilla Chip […]

Zhane Isom, associate editor for CStore Decisions reviews Kellogg’s Chocolate A.M. RXBAR, Lay’s Wavy Carnitas Street Tacos and Monster Reserve Orange Dreamsicle.

Doritos unleashed its new Doritos Dips in a Cool Ranch Jalapeño flavor. The first-of-its-kind dip pairs well with all kinds of foods — from pizza to pretzels, veggies and more. Doritos Dip Cool Ranch Jalapeño is inspired by Doritos Cool Ranch. This reimagined smooth and creamy ranch dip intensifies flavor with a touch of spicy […]

Kellogg’s Special K crafted a new recipe — Kellogg’s Special K Zero. Inspired by cereal lovers with sugar-related dietary requirements, Kellogg’s Special K Zero in a warm Cinnamon flavor brings a sweet cinnamon flavor to its cereal puffs. A first of its kind food format for the brand, this innovation contains zero grams sugar, boasts […]

Misionero, a major grower of organic and conventional leafy greens, launched a new packaged salad kit. The new Miso Caesar Simple Salad kit will be available for purchase in 2023. The Miso Caesar Simple Salad kit includes a blend of romaine and cabbage, Miso Caesar dressing, garlic ginger wonton strips and shredded parmesan cheese. Misionero […]