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Whole Foods Market reveals the most anticipated food trends for 2018

Whole Foods Market reveals the most anticipated food trends for 2018   Retailer’s global and local experts forecast up-and-coming flavors, products and culinary influences AUSTIN, Texas, 2017-Nov-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market’s global buyers and experts today (Nov. 6, 2017) announced the most anticipated food trends for the year ahead. Floral flavors, functional mushrooms and root-to-stem recipes are…

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Co-op supports Booth Centre’s annual Manchester Sleepout to raise awareness and confront challenges of homelessness

MANCHESTER, UK, 2017-Nov-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Hundreds are set to sleep out in support of homeless people this Friday (10 November) as the Booth Centre hosts its annual Manchester Sleepout. A record number of people have registered to take part in the event which is taking place at the city’s Cathedral. The Manchester Sleepout is…

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Carrefour launches the Únicos programme in Brazil; one of its initiatives to combat and minimize food wastage

Carrefour launches the Únicos programme in Brazil; one of its initiatives to combat and minimize food wastage   Boulogne-Billancourt, France, 2017-Nov-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Carrefour has launched the Únicos programme in Brazil, a marketing initiative for quality produce which does not correspond to the traditional food aesthetic marketing standards. In all, there are more than 10…

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Starbucks to sell assets of the Tazo brand to Unilever for $384 million

Starbucks to sharpen its focus on its up-leveled tea strategy with Teavana, furthering its growth and innovation in the super premium tea category Seattle, 2017-Nov-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) today announced entry into a definitive agreement for Unilever to acquire the assets of the Tazo brand including its signature recipes, intellectual property and…

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Asda unveils its Christmas Imaginarium

Asda unveils its Christmas Imaginarium Leeds, UK, 2017-Nov-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — ‘Tis the season for festive adverts and this Sunday evening (5th November), Asda is set to unveil its offer for 2017 with a journey into the magical world of Asda’s very own Christmas workshop – the Imaginarium. The 60 second ad will launch in the…

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Whole Foods Market offers new selection from Four & Twenty Blackbirds pie shop this holiday season

Whole Foods Market offers new selection from Four & Twenty Blackbirds pie shop this holiday season AUSTIN, Texas , 2017-Nov-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — This holiday season, Whole Foods Market is offering a sweet new selection from cult-favorite Brooklyn-based pie shop, Four & Twenty Blackbirds. The nine-inch Bittersweet Chocolate Pecan Pie is available nationwide and made…

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Morrisons helps growers sell superficially damaged apples with the launch of wonky British apples

Bradford, UK, 2017-Nov-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Morrisons has launched a range of wonky British apples to help growers sell apples superficially damaged by unusual frosts which occurred earlier this year. Millions of apples have been affected by adverse weather conditions which have left a brown ring known as “frost eye” around the some of…

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Chipotle announces buy-one-get-one (BOGO) offer for Active Military and Veterans on Nov. 7

Chipotle announces buy-one-get-one (BOGO) offer for Active Military and Veterans on Nov. 7   Active military and veterans can receive buy-one-get-one Chipotle on Nov. 7, a week before Veterans Day DENVER, 2017-Nov-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — In honor of those who serve, Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) will offer our country’s heroes a special thank you with a buy-one-get-one (BOGO) offer from 5…

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NEW ZEALAND: Foodstuffs launches Eat My Lunch meals at New World Victoria Park

Auckland, New Zealand, 2017-Nov-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — This week saw the retail launch in New World Victoria Park of Eat My Lunch.  This means that customers looking for a delicious lunch or dinner can purchase a Michael Meredith designed meal as part of their everyday shop, knowing that a New Zealand child will…

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Ben & Jerry’s unveils its first Special Stash flavor Marshmallow Moon with Jimmy Fallon

Ben & Jerry’s unveils its first Special Stash flavor Marshmallow Moon with Jimmy Fallon   Tonight Show Star’s Exclusive, Extremely Limited Time Flavor Kicks off Ben & Jerry’s Special Stash E-Commerce Offering; Benefits SeriousFun Children’s Network Burlington, VT, 2017-Nov-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tonight Show host Jimmy Fallon had a special treat for lucky fans in Studio…

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Dunkin’ Donuts thanks Veterans and active duty military with a free donut On Saturday, November 11

Dunkin’ Donuts thanks Veterans and active duty military with a free donut On Saturday, November 11   On November 11, Veterans and active duty military can enjoy a free donut at Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants nationwide, no purchase necessary Dunkin’ Donuts to support Homes For Our Troops with $10,000 donation, a year’s worth of coffee and a…

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The Wendy’s Company declares regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per share

DUBLIN, Ohio, 2017-Nov-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ: WEN) today (Nov. 2, 2017) announced the declaration of its regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per share, payable on December 15, 2017, to shareholders of record as of December 1, 2017. The approximate number of common shares outstanding as of October 31, 2017 was 242.2 million. About The Wendy's Company The Wendy's Company is the world's third-largest…

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The Waitrose Food & Drink Report 2017-18 reveals top food, drink and shopping trends

London, 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Waitrose Food & Drink Report 2017-18 shows today's consumer is firmly in the driving seat. Whether shopping or eating, we do what we want, when we want. Three quarters of Brits say dining out alone is more socially acceptable than it was five years ago, with a third…

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Timothy Goodman to bring his signature hand-illustrated style to the labels of award-winning ALDI wines

Batavia, Ill., 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — ALDI has partnered with acclaimed artist, designer and illustrator Timothy Goodman for the upcoming release of a limited edition reserve wine collection. Known for his bold, text-based murals, Goodman traded walls for wine labels to bring his signature hand-illustrated style to a selection of award-winning ALDI wines. The…

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Baskin-Robbins’ November Flavor of the Month is Tiramisu!

Baskin-Robbins’ November Flavor of the Month is Tiramisu!   CANTON, Mass., 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — The secret’s out! Baskin-Robbins’ November Flavor of the Month is Tiramisu. So naturally, Kelly German, Research & Development Senior Technologist for Baskin-Robbins, has created a Tiramisu recipe using the Tiramisu Flavor of the Month, and it is drool worthy. Our indulgent November…

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Baskin-Robbins brings back its popular Ice Cream Turkey Cake to kick off the holiday season

Baskin-Robbins brings back its popular Ice Cream Turkey Cake to kick off the holiday season   Baskin-Robbins celebrates the spirit of the holiday season with festive lineup of ice cream treats CANTON, Mass., 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Baskin-Robbins, the world’s largest chain of specialty ice cream shops, is excited to kick off the holiday season with…

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USDA FSIS issues public health alert for Ghiringhelli Specialty Foods’ salads with chicken meat products that may be contaminated with Listeria

WASHINGTON, 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert due to concerns that salads with chicken meat products produced by Ghiringhelli Specialty Foods, a Vallejo, Calif. establishment, may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. A recall was not requested because it is…

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Central Valley Farm Land Trust continues its Kids to Farm program in partnership with Raley’s

Fair Oaks, CA, 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Central Valley Farm Land Trust (CVFT) is excited to announce the continuation of our pilot program, Kids to Farm.  Although we are surrounded by farmland, most students have no understanding of how their food grows.  In partnership with Raley’s, and with assistance from California Ag in…

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BJ’s Restaurants to treat Members of the Armed Forces with cold brew and free meal on Veterans Day

Members of the Armed Forces are invited to enjoy a complimentary entree on Nov. 10-11, plus a handcrafted BJ’s beer or soda generously contributed by a member of the community HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — This Veterans Day, BJ’s Restaurants Inc. (NASDAQ:BJRI) invites all former and active duty military to stop in for a cold…

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Wakefern Food Corp. recorded retail sales of $16.3 billion for the 52-week fiscal year ending September 30, 2017

Keasbey, NJ, 2017-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wakefern Food Corp. Chairman and CEO Joseph S. Colalillo, President and COO Joe Sheridan and Executive Vice President Chris Lane addressed Wakefern shareholders, store management and staff at the company’s annual shareholder meeting October 26 in East Brunswick, NJ. The company reported record retail sales of $16.3 billion…

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Asda named UK Supermarket Retailer of the year at People’s Choice Wine Awards

Leeds, UK, 2017-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Asda has been named UK Supermarket Retailer of the year at the inaugural People’s Choice Wine Awards, pipping Waitrose to the post. Known for producing high quality, affordable wines, Asda was also named winner in four categories: Bargain Buys, Food Friendly Wines, Out of the Ordinary and…

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Wegmans offers busy families with complete Thanksgiving dinners

ROCHESTER, NY, 2017-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — This Thanksgiving, step away from the stove to make memories and savor time spent with family and friends. Just heat, eat and enjoy. Wegmans complete Thanksgiving dinners are better than ever with improved flavor, prepared exclusively with wholesome, simple ingredients. Hand-carved and ready-to-carve turkeys are slow cooked to…

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21st Century Snack Foods voluntarily recalls Dark Chocolate Almonds that may contain undeclared milk allergen

21st Century Snack Foods voluntarily recalls Dark Chocolate Almonds that may contain undeclared milk allergen   Ronkonkoma NY 11779, 2017-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — 21st Century Snack Foods, of Ronkonkoma NY 11779, is voluntarily issuing the following recall: Dark Chocolate Almonds: Packaged in a 6 oz peg / stand up bag.  UPC# 030603 228549. Affected Lot…

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Rucker’s Wholesale and Service Co voluntarily recalls Uncle Buck’s and Family Choice Dark Chocolate Peanuts due to undeclared milk

Rucker’s Wholesale and Service Co voluntarily recalls Uncle Buck’s and Family Choice Dark Chocolate Peanuts due to undeclared milk   Bridgeport, IL, 2017-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rucker’s Wholesale and Service Co of Bridgeport, IL is voluntarily recalling all of Uncle Buck’s and Family Choice Dark Chocolate Peanuts packaged in standup twist tie bag, due to…

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Russian food retailer X5 to improve targeted marketing at its Perekrestok supermarket chain with machine learning technology

MOSCOW, Russia, 2017-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — X5 Retail Group N.V. ("X5" or the "Company"), a leading Russian food retailer (LSE ticker: "FIVE"), has introduced machine learning technology to improve targeted marketing at its Perekrestok supermarket chain and to develop personalised offers for all members of the Perekrestok Club loyalty programme. Machine learning is…

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Beyond Meat® adds Leonardo DiCaprio as an investor and advocate

EL SEGUNDO, California, 2017-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Beyond Meat®, a leader in plant-based meat, announced today (October 17, 2017) the addition of Leonardo DiCaprio as an investor and advocate. "I am thrilled to officially welcome Leonardo DiCaprio to the Beyond Meat family," said Ethan Brown, CEO of Beyond Meat. "His investment and role as…

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Dunkin’ Donuts renews sponsorship of the National Women’s Hockey League

Dunkin’ Donuts renews sponsorship of the National Women’s Hockey League   Dunkin’ Donuts renews agreement as official coffee and quick service restaurant of the NWHL CANTON, MA, 2017-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — As the National Women’s Hockey League (NWHL) drops the puck for the start of its third season, Dunkin’ Donuts has renewed its sponsorship of the league, confirming…

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Walmart and the Italian Trade Agency launch new line of authentic Italian cuisine, Sam’s Choice Italia

Walmart and the Italian Trade Agency launch new line of authentic Italian cuisine, Sam's Choice Italia Straight from Italy, retailer's new line of pastas, sauces and other authentic items will have you saying 'bravo' BENTONVILLE, Ark., 2017-Oct-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walmart and the Italian Trade Agency have come together to cook up a line of authentic…

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British Land welcomes Gourmet Burger Kitchen and Let’s Sushi at Meadowhall

LONDON, 2017-Oct-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — British Land, joint owner of Meadowhall, one of the UK’s premier shopping destinations, has announced that Gourmet Burger Kitchen and Let’s Sushi will join the line-up at the Oasis Dining Quarter to provide an even broader choice of food at the centre. Opening in November, Gourmet Burger Kitchen's new 2,500…

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