Amazon Go will soon offer hot food and fountain soda

A San Francisco location recently closed for renovations and informed customers it's adding more meal and beverage options, including espresso.

By Krishna Thakker • Jan. 28, 2020

Publix's new digital deli counter to deliver customized sandwiches

The grocer is partnering with Instacart to deliver its popular subs and other made-to-order deli offerings to shoppers.

By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 23, 2020

On special: Albertsons' in-store bar

Talon Tap & Spirits serves up signature cocktails, made-to-order food and weekly events at the retailer's Meridian, Idaho flagship.

By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 21, 2020

Demand for prepared foods jumped 11%, report says

Two-thirds of consumers purchase prepared foods at least three times per month compared to only 55% in 2017, according to Technomic.

By Lauren Manning • Jan. 7, 2020

Mariano's focuses on store updates in lieu of expansion

Kroger has spent $150 million remodeling stores since acquiring the brand four years ago, and plans to spend $20 million this year to touch up around 15 more. 

By Lauren Manning • Jan. 7, 2020

6 grocery trends to watch in 2020

Simplifying apps, evolving in-store dining and expanding micro-fulfillment will be on the menu for retailers in the year ahead, experts say.​

By Jeff Wells , Jessica Dumont , Krishna Thakker • Jan. 6, 2020

Whole Foods adds plant-based eggs to hot bars

Starting in the new year, the specialty grocer will add Just Egg vegan scrambles and sandwiches to the menu in 63 stores in its Southern Pacific Region.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Dec. 23, 2019

Choice Market boosts its digital experience

Customers will see more cohesion across platforms and will also have access to a new loyalty program. 

By Jessica Dumont • Dec. 17, 2019

Wegmans closes Blue Dalia restaurant

The restaurant in Natick, Massachusetts was shuttered in response to competition from the brand's in-store food offerings like the Burger Bar, pizza and sushi, the company said.

By Lauren Manning • Dec. 11, 2019

HelloFresh debuts hummus bowls

The meal kit company has partnered with food brand Sabra to bring two unique recipes to subscribers during the holiday season. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • Dec. 9, 2019

Independent Grocer of the Year: Harvest Market

From in-house butter churning to grilled cheese competitions, the Illinois grocer offers a one-of-a-kind store experience for customers. 

By Krishna Thakker • Dec. 9, 2019

SnowFox partners with nonprofit to offer grocers sustainable sushi

The sushi company supplies retailers including Costco, Albertsons and Kroger, and will work with FishChoice to identify responsibly sourced seafood.

By Lauren Manning • Dec. 4, 2019

Brookshire tests in-store Pizza Hut kiosks

The Texas grocer will pilot the concept at two stores and could expand it to other locations in its home state as well as Arkansas and Louisiana. 

By Lauren Manning • Dec. 3, 2019

Kroger's new 'dark' kitchens will deliver meals on demand

The grocer has partnered with ClusterTruck to serve fresh-made fare to customers in Columbus, Ohio; Indianapolis; Carmel, Indiana and Denver during a 12-week pilot.

By Jessica Dumont • Dec. 2, 2019

From food halls to ghost kitchens, collaboration is on the menu for grocers and restaurants

While both can siphon dollars from the other, the right partnerships could boost operational efficiencies, drive brand awareness and elevate food offerings.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 21, 2019

Mariano's to open new barbecue concept to replace Pork & Mindy's

Following the Chicago-based restaurant's bankruptcy filing, the grocer says it will open a new brand called Mariano's Smokehouse. 

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 20, 2019

Restaurants are creeping into grab-and-go. Should grocers worry?

Grocers have traditionally owned the space, but customer demand for convenience is driving growth — and more competition — in new places.

By Krishna Thakker , Jessica Dumont • Nov. 20, 2019

Delivery from aisle 5: How grocers are threatening restaurants' off-premise business

Grocery and convenience stores are delivering meals via third-party platforms, but may not have the right expertise and menus in place to compete with restaurants — yet.

By Julie Littman • Nov. 19, 2019

Inside the store: Brothers Marketplace

Roche Bros.' newest banner location in Cambridge, Massachusetts, includes a full-service butcher counter, an extensive prepared foods section and a curated assortment of fresh and local products.

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 15, 2019

Pure Market launches food grading and e-commerce site

The Denver-based company tests for more than 400 attributes, gives an A to F grade to products and sells some that receive a B- rating or higher.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Nov. 1, 2019

Wegmans' Brooklyn store is the brand's biggest test yet

The cold and the rain didn't dampen enthusiasm on opening day, but keeping the excitement high in a fiercely competitive market will be a challenge for the iconic grocer. 

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 28, 2019

'Change is coming': An inside look at Hy-Vee's new store formats

Over the past two years, the Iowa-based grocery chain has rolled out three formats that seek to win customers over as exceedingly relevant and convenient places to shop.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 24, 2019

Costco, Trader Joe's private label favorites drive store trips

Shoppers who buy Costco's rotisserie chicken and Trader Joe's cauliflower gnocchi shop more frequently and spend more with the retailers, according to Numerator. 

By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 22, 2019

On Special: Winco pizza

The Idaho-based grocer uses a proprietary sauce and scratch-made crust to create fresh pies at its in-store pizza shops. 

By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 21, 2019

Peapod pairs up with kids meal maker Nurture Life

The exclusive partnership will give parents the ability to purchase ready-to-eat meals individually for their babies, toddlers and kids. 

By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 17, 2019