Inside the store: QFC's new Seattle flagship

The Kroger banner's first new store in nearly a decade features dining, a local assortment and extras like a mini mushroom farm.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 2, 2019

Hy-Vee swaps Market Grille for coffee shop in Iowa

The partnership with Smokey Row Coffee Co. is the grocer's latest push into the restaurant and foodservice space. 

By Lauren Manning • July 26, 2019

Tops Markets to test neighborhood coffee 'Spot'

The regional grocer will open two franchise Spot Express cafes to bring local coffee and a neighborhood feel to stores in upstate New York. 

By Jessica Dumont • July 23, 2019

Giant Heirloom Market keeps sights set on Philadelphia

The second of four locations in the city of Brotherly Love will be 9,950 square feet and feature a wide range of prepared foods, local products, gluten-free and plant-based foods. 

By Jessica Dumont • July 17, 2019

Bowled over: Grocers embrace latest foodservice trend

More Americans are enjoying the convenience and flavor of bowl-style meals, and food retailers have taken note.

By Jessica Dumont • July 16, 2019

23% of US smartphone users will use a food delivery app by 2023

Consumers will increasingly turn to third-party apps to place food orders, highlighting future opportunities for grocers in meal delivery. 

By Lauren Manning • July 10, 2019

Sushi merger could mean additional kiosk growth in grocery stores

European sushi chain Yo! Sushi will pay more than $100 million for a majority stake in Houston-based Snowfox, which operates 700 store kiosks, primarily in supermarkets.

By Jennifer Sweeney • July 3, 2019

As e-commerce rises, grocers grapple with prepared food delivery

Customized sandwiches, salads and hot-bar selections have been a hit in stores. Can grocers satisfy demand online?

By Jessica Dumont • July 1, 2019

7-Eleven adds location-based delivery option

The convenience store's latest in-app feature allows consumers to order hot and fresh food from a public place like a park or a beach.

By Julie Littman • June 24, 2019

4 grocers that are turning stores into destinations

E-commerce sales may be growing, but the store is still the core asset for many retailers. Here's how a few are making their locations into more than just a weekly shop.

By Krishna Thakker • June 19, 2019

Amazon Restaurants is dead, but the e-tailer is still hungry for food delivery

The company's larger focus on grocery delivery may have contributed to its exit from the crowded space, analysts say.

By Julie Littman • June 14, 2019

Amazon Restaurants to close US operations

The online retailer is leaving the competitive restaurant delivery segment after only four years.

By Julie Littman • June 11, 2019

Can grocers make in-store meal kits work?

Demand is growing, but questions remain over shelf life, in-store merchandising and 'right-sizing' assortment in the new prepared foods category.

By Jeff Wells • June 4, 2019

Foodservice accounts for 23% of convenience store sales, report finds

Over half of Americans order a meal at least once a month at gas station stores, revealing that diners often choose ready-to-eat items over QSRs.

By Lauren Manning • May 16, 2019

Publix debuts 'pub sub' delivery

Customers can now order the retailer's popular sandwiches through Instacart's same-day service. 

By Krishna Thakker • May 16, 2019

Bananas are the next big thing in packaged foods

A creamy, plant-based dairy alternative, bananas are the perfect health and snack food ingredient.

May 14, 2019

ShopRite to open 'state of the art' store in CT

The 67,000-square-foot location in Cromwell, Connecticut includes a variety of foodservice options along with a culinary center, health and wellness services and e-commerce integrations.

By Krishna Thakker • May 13, 2019

Eataly to enter Texas with new Dallas location

The beloved Italian marketplace will open a three-story site inside the popular NorthPark Center shopping mall in 2020.

By Jennifer Sweeney • May 9, 2019

Parents embrace discounts, digital coupons and e-commerce

Many also choose grocery stores for services like prepared foods and click-and-collect, according to a report from marketing firm Valassis.

By Jessica Dumont • May 3, 2019

Report: Millennials and Gen Z love baked goods, but hate food waste

A recent report funded by the American Bakers Association showed 48% of younger generations would try a product if the ingredients were responsibly sourced. 

By Cathy Siegner • May 2, 2019

Schnucks adds Deli Order Ahead service to mobile app

The new feature, which will roll out to 18 stores in the Midwest, will offer deli items as well as prepared foods to shoppers who are short on time.

By Lauren Manning • May 1, 2019

Northgate Gonzalez Market launches new ad campaign

The Hispanic grocer, which has 40 stores in Southern California, showcases fresh and prepared foods through a "Flashdance" inspired initiative. 

By Lauren Manning • April 30, 2019

Wegmans dashes into meal delivery

After piloting Wegmans Meals 2GO in New York, the grocer has teamed up with DoorDash to bring delivery of its popular prepared meals to 40 stores by year's end.

By Jessica Dumont • April 30, 2019

Whole Foods adds new in-store eateries in Florida and California

American rotisserie Bird in the Hand and Nekter Juice Bar are part of the Friends of Whole Foods program, aimed at offering unique dining experiences.

By Jennifer Sweeney • April 25, 2019

'Welcome to Walmart. May I take your order?'

With popular local and fast-casual chains siphoning off mealtime dollars, some retailers have decided to bring them in-house.

By Lauren Manning • April 22, 2019