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SONIC® Drive-In announced the return of Boneless Wings

America's Drive-In introduces six bold sauces OKLAHOMA CITY, 2015-9-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Back by popular demand, SONIC® Drive-In (NASDAQ: SONC) announced the return of Boneless Wings with a lineup of exciting flavors for the ultimate wing experience. Tossed with sauces infused with bold ingredients like ginger, spicy habanero sauce, lemongrass, garlic and honey, these fan…
September 22, 20150Comments

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Not a product recall: Wegmans Cleaned and Cut Kale tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes

ROCHESTER, NY, 2015-9-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — On September 14, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) notified Wegmans that a random sample of Wegmans Cleaned and Cut Kale, 16 oz. bag (UPC# 77890 26045) was taken from one store on August 3 and tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. This product is also used as an ingredient in…
September 21, 20150Comments

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The new Whole Foods Market app now available to iOS users for download

AUSTIN, Texas, 2015-9-21 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Whole Foods Market shoppers with Apple iOS devices can now enjoy the expanded functionality of Whole Foods Market’s completely redesigned Whole Foods Market® app, featuring intuitive navigation and time-saving features that enable shoppers to have recipes, ingredients and shopping lists quickly and conveniently delivered through Instacart in-app integration. The…
September 21, 20150Comments

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Meijer combined its Meijer Naturals and Meijer Organics products lines to one True Goodness™ by Meijer brand

Millennial consumers lead conversation around organic and real food GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2015-9-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — As consumers continue to lean toward healthier meal and snacking options, Meijer announced today an expansion of its assortment of real food products through the launch of the True Goodness™ by Meijer brand. The Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer combined…
September 21, 20150Comments

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Morrisons own-brand wines won more silverware at International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC)

Bradford, England, 2015-9-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Morrisons own-brand wines have won more silverware at the prestigious International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC), who today published the results for South Africa. Morrisons scooped a further 9 medals adding to their haul of 32 medals already secured in previous tranches of the competition. Tesco was second with…
September 21, 20150Comments

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7‑Eleven starts the fall season strong with a weeklong “Share a Slurpee” drink offer

Buy a Slurpee®, Get a FREE Slurpee to Share at 7‑Eleven® Stores Sept. 14-20 DALLAS, 2015-9-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — 7‑Eleven®’s “Hundred Days of Summer” may have officially ended Labor Day Weekend, but Slurpee®season lasts all year long. And the world’s largest convenience retailer is starting the fall season strong with a weeklong “Share a Slurpee”…
September 18, 20150Comments

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Cold Stone Creamery UAE won Superbrands® Excellence in Branding Award for 2015

Cold Stone Creamery Named for Excellence in Branding SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., 2015-9-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Cold Stone Creamery® (www.ColdStoneCreamery.com) is excited to announce the Master Franchisee of the Middle East region, Apparel FZCO, has been presented with the well-regarded Superbrands® Excellence in Branding Award for 2015. The company has now received the award for two…
September 18, 20150Comments

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Taco Bell drops the drive-thru and opens its kitchen as the brand expands into urban markets

Taco Bell Cantina Restaurants to Open in Chicago and San Francisco; New Design Offers Local Feel, Shared Appetizers and Alcohol Options Irvine, Calif., 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Taco Bell is dropping the drive-thru, opening its kitchens and using technology to create a new experience as the brand expands into urban markets. The new design focuses on simplifying…
September 16, 20150Comments

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Successful completion of the first Starbucks Inclusion Academy that helps individuals with disabilities gain meaningful work experience

Together with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry’s Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, National Organization on Disability and Crispus Attucks Association, Starbucks Inclusion Academy Program Provides Individuals with Disabilities an Opportunity to Gain Work Experience at its Roasting Plant in York, Pennsylvania Inclusion Academy Program is Part of Starbucks National Initiative to Create Pathways to Opportunity…
September 16, 20150Comments

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Starbucks White Cup Contests launches in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA)

SEATTLE, 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — The third in a line of Starbucks White Cup Contests launches today, this time for partners (employees) in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). “Our region includes 36 markets and is growing all of the time,” said Victoria Cornwall, partner communications manager, Starbucks EMEA. “This contest is a great…
September 16, 20150Comments

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Drive-in restaurants chain Sonic reports system-wide same-store sales for its fiscal 2015 of 7.3%

Same-Store Sales Growth for the Fourth Fiscal Quarter 2015 Was 4.9% Fourth Fiscal Quarter 2015 Earnings Conference Call Date Announced OKLAHOMA CITY, 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sonic Corp. (NASDAQ:SONC), the nation's largest chain of drive-in restaurants, today announced system-wide same-store sales for its fiscal 2015 of 7.3%. Same-store sales growth reflected an increase of approximately…
September 16, 20150Comments

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Seafood Steamer now available at Sobeys’ Seafood Service Counters across the country

Now seafood is simple; Sobeys’ new meal solution takes the mess and guesswork out of preparing seafood STELLARTON, NS, 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sobeys has simplified seafood preparation with the launch of the Seafood Steamer, a new innovation now available at Sobeys’ Seafood Service Counters across the country. Addressing some of the common concerns Canadians have…
September 16, 20150Comments

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The Co-operative Food to donate its warehouse depot surplus food to local charities

MANCHESTER, England, 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Co-operative Food will donate its warehouse depot surplus food to local charities as it diverts food for over a million meals away from anaerobic digestion energy plants. Following a successful trial at its depot in Castlewood, Derbyshire, the mutual is rolling out the programme from 14 September, supplying a…
September 15, 20150Comments

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Starbucks barista Eric Calderon becomes popular dancing in a viral video

SEATTLE, 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — A Starbucks barista might have missed his big chance to appear on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. And, he’s okay with that. A Starbucks barista might have missed his big chance to appear on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. And, he’s okay with that. Eric Calderon wanted a job that gave him…
September 15, 20150Comments

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Abigail Kroon from Starbucks coffee development team created her first Starbucks Reserve® blend with the new Starbucks Reserve® Paradeisi Blend No. 1

SEATTLE, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — When Starbucks opened its first store more than 40 years ago, it brought customers fresh-roasted coffee that showcased the unique qualities of different growing regions from around the world. Customers could explore the terroir, the story of the places where the coffee is grown, and learn about the people who…
September 11, 20150Comments

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US Teavana stores to offer complimentary “flight” or samples of cider-inspired teas during weekends Sep 12 – Oct 18

SEATTLE, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Over the past several years, there has been a surge in the popularity of hard ciders. Teavana’s innovative take on this trend includes loose leaf teas inspired by cider and infused with spices and dried fruits. “There has been a revival of the American tradition of producing hard ciders,”…
September 11, 20150Comments

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Waitrose’s Pick Your Own Offers initiative proved a success with 700,000 customers signing up in just three months

Waitrose boosts scheme with hundreds of extra products LONDON, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — 'Pick Your Own Offers', the game-changing initiative from Waitrose, has proved a success with 700,000 customers signing up to the scheme in just three months, with more products now being added to the offer. The ground-breaking scheme gives customers the chance to…
September 11, 20150Comments

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Michael R. Shutley joins Dunkin’ Brands Group as VP Federal & State Government Affairs

CANTON, MA, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN), the parent company of Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, today announced that effective August 31, 2015, Michael R. Shutley  joined the company as Vice President, Federal & State Government Affairs. Reporting directly to Karen Raskopf, Chief Communications Officer, Mr. Shutley will work closely with senior…
September 11, 20150Comments

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Whole Foods Market stores host “Love Fest” to appreciate its customers Sept. 9 – Nov. 3, 2015

‘Love Fest’ appreciates customers with best deals ever and weekly giveaways from Sept. 9 – Nov. 3, 2015 AUSTIN, Texas, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Whole Foods Market stores across the U.S. are hosting “Love Fest” to appreciate and celebrate the company’s number one stakeholder, its customers.  Beginning Sept. 9 and running through Nov. 3,…
September 11, 20150Comments

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Albert Heijn introduceert ‘Vers uit de keuken’

Zaandam, Netherlands, 2015-9-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Na een drukke dag niet in de keuken hoeven staan, maar wel binnen een handomdraai genieten van een gezonde en verse maaltijd. Dat klinkt ideaal. En toch slaan veel consumenten het kant-en-klaarschap in de supermarkt over, omdat zij denken dat deze maaltijden minder gezond en vers zijn dan…
September 10, 20150Comments

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Celebrate fall season with Sugar & Spice inspired Creations™, Frappés, and Ice Cream Pumpkin Pies from Cold Stone Creamery®

Scottsdale, Ariz., 2015-9-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Cozy up to the fall season with Sugar & Spice inspired Creations™, Frappés, and Ice Cream Pumpkin Pies from Cold Stone Creamery® (www.ColdStoneCreamery.com). Beginning September 9, 2015, ice cream lovers nationwide can enjoy our products made with Salted Caramel Ice Cream or our traditional fall favorite, Pumpkin Ice Cream,…
September 10, 20150Comments

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Schnuck Markets: recall on one lot of Schnucks Authentic Flour Tortillas

Product may contain metal fragments St. Louis, Missouri, 2015-9-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Schnuck Markets has issued a recall on one lot of Schnucks Authentic Flour Tortillas because the product may contain metal fragments. Schnucks became aware of the issue after a customer returned the product to a store; however, to date, there have been…
September 9, 20150Comments

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McDonald’s will fully transition to cage-free eggs for its nearly 16,000 restaurants in US and Canada

McDonald's USA and Canada to Source 100 Percent Cage-Free Eggs Within 10 Years OAK BROOK, IL, 2015-9-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — To meet consumers' changing expectations and preferences, McDonald's (NYSE: MCD) today announced that it will fully transition to cage-free eggs for its nearly 16,000 restaurants in the U.S. and Canada over the next 10 years. "Our…
September 9, 20150Comments

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Save Mart Supermarkets: Kraft Singles and Kraft Deli Deluxe Recall

Modesto, CA, 2015-9-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Product Recall Extension: Kraft Singles The following Kraft product is being voluntarily recalled due to potential choking hazard: Item Description     Pack Size     Best By Date      UPC Code 1 LB Kraft Singles (24 individually wrapped singles) 1 lb pkg January 24, 2016 S54 through February 16, 2016 S54ANDJanuary 24, 2016 S55 through February 16, 2016 S55 0 2100061526 1 3…
September 9, 20150Comments

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New Starbucks reusable cups designed by baristas available now in participating US and Canada Starbucks® stores

SEATTLE, 2015-9-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Monarch butterflies spread their wings. Stars dance on a midnight sky. Fall flowers reach for the last rays of sunshine. These three distinct images on Starbucks reusable cups were designed by baristas who won the first White Cup Contest for partners (employees). The new cups are available now, while…
September 8, 20150Comments

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Starbucks Food team’s director Ellie Halevy: fall is one of the top seasons for bakery items at Starbucks

SEATTLE, 2015-9-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — What makes fall food and beverages taste so good? Nancy Kershner, the renowned pastry chef behind the creation of Starbucks® fall bakery favorites, says it’s all about comfort. “In fall, we think of ingredients such as pumpkin, cream cheese, cinnamon, crunchy pecans, brown sugar, honey and butter. These flavors are…
September 8, 20150Comments

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Starbucks and the Seattle Seahawks to offer a limited-edition gift card

SEATTLE, 2015-9-8 — /EPR Retail News/ —  For the third season, Starbucks and the Seattle Seahawks are teaming up to offer a limited-edition gift card. This year’s design features the sleek outline of the Seahawks logo on a navy blue card, accented by the familiar number 12 and Starbucks siren on a neon green background that…
September 8, 20150Comments

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Tesco sees record sales of UK cherries compared with what it sold in 2014

CHESHUNT, England, 2015-9-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — British cherry growers are on course for their most productive season for over 30 years, latest industry figures can reveal. Since the start of the British cherry season in May growers have produced 2682 tonnes - an uplift of 80 per cent on the 1488 tonnes produced in…
September 8, 20150Comments

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British Retail Consortium: better news for food sales this August with a clear improvement compared with July

UK retail sales decreased 1.0% on a like-for-like basis from August 2014, when they had increased 1.3% on the preceding year. On a total basis, sales were up 0.1%, against a 2.7% rise in August 2014. In the three months to August, total Food sales were up 0.3%. The twelve-month average total Food growth turned…
September 8, 20150Comments

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Dunkin’ Donuts signed with Ozark Donuts to develop three new restaurants in Springfield, Missouri

LEADING COFFEE AND BAKERY CHAIN SEEKS FRANCHISEE CANDIDATES IN MISSOURI AND OKLAHOMA CANTON, MA, 2015-9-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Donuts, America’s all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods, announced today the signing of a multi-unit store development agreement with new franchise group, Ozark Donuts, LLC, to develop three new restaurants in Springfield, Missouri. The first…
September 7, 20150Comments

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