Retailers upbeat about second half of 2014
As retailers move into the second half, they anticipate stronger sales, though some are more optimistic than others, according to an SN survey. read more Supermarket News
Author: R. Daneel Olivaw
Eataly Chicago focuses on quality, education
Opened in December 2013, Eataly Chicago combines a European-style market with 23 restaurants, a wine shop and cooking school. read more Supermarket News
Phil Lempert’s New Products Hits & Misses (video)
Supermarket Guru Phil Lempert samples five new products this week: Fruity Farts Candy; chocolate cream-filled biscuit sticks; baked snack bites, bruschetta flavor; smoked paprika and chipotle rub; and a pineapple-mango … Continue Reading →
United schedules Best of Texas Expo
Market Street, the upscale banner from Albertsons-owned United Supermarkets, Lubbock, Texas, is scheduled to host its annual Best of Texas Expo this weekend at its 12 locations. read more Supermarket … Continue Reading →
NGA expands government relations staff
The National Grocers Association said it has added Chris Jones to its government relations department as senior manager of government relations. read more Supermarket News
Gallery: Inside Eataly Chicago
When the first Eataly store debuted in Turin, Italy, in 2007, it quickly gained a following. read more Supermarket News
Versino joins Unified as logistics VP
Unified Grocers, Los Angeles-based member-owned cooperative, said Tuesday Vic Versino has joined the company as VP, logistics. read more Supermarket News
Technomic predicts foodservice trends for second half of 2014
Technomic, a foodservice research and consulting firm, has identified trends emerging for the second half of 2014, including hot peppers and sauces beyond Sriracha, barbecue flavors in QSR handhelds, and … Continue Reading →
Mars names Sandler chief health and well-being officer
Mars, Inc. has appointed Debra A. Sandler to the newly created position of chief health and well-being officer, and Tracey Massey to the role Sandler held as president, Mars Chocolate, … Continue Reading →
Oriya Organics recalls <em>Superfood Protein Medley</em>
Oriya Organics LLC is voluntarily recalling Oriya Organics Superfood Protein Medley, which contains Organic Sprouted Chia Seed Powder due to possible health risks related to Salmonella contamination. IFT Daily News