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Belvedere Vodka launches #MAKETHEDIFFERENCE campaign encourages people to join the fight against AIDS

### Belvedere Vodka launches #MAKETHEDIFFERENCE campaign encourages people to join the fight against AIDS   ### https://youtu.be/RQFMfuNa9r8   Paris, 2016-Sep-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Belvedere Vodka has launched its new campaign in support of (RED), which the luxury vodka house has partnered for the past five years. Belvedere’s #MAKETHEDIFFERENCE campaign encourages people to join the fight against AIDS, raising funds…

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Ahold Delhaize ranks among industry leaders in Food and Staples Retailing sector in the 2016 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2016-Sep-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ahold Delhaize was recognized today in the 2016 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) for the first time as a new company, ranking among the industry leaders in the Food and Staples Retailing sector. Ahold Delhaize received a total score of 79, well above the Food and…

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DAVIDsTEA Inc. announces financial results for the three months and six months ended July 30, 2016

MONTREAL, 2016-Sep-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — DAVIDsTEA Inc. (Nasdaq:DTEA) today (Sept. 07, 2016) announced financial results for the three months and six months ended July 30, 2016. For the three months ended July 30, 2016: Sales increased by 25.3% to C$41.1 million from C$32.8 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2015. Comparable sales increased by…

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Starbucks Japan celebrates its 20th anniversary with new limited-time coffee and an ongoing commitment to Michinoku Future Fund

Starbucks Japan celebrates its 20th anniversary with new limited-time coffee and an ongoing commitment to Michinoku Future Fund   TOKYO, 2016-Sep-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Celebrating 20 years of sourcing, roasting and serving high-quality coffee in Japan, Starbucks (NASDAQ:SBUX) today announced a new limited-time coffee and an ongoing commitment to Michinoku Future Fund as part of the…

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Ganaderos de Karrantza producirán la leche de marca EROSKI

Ganaderos de Karrantza producirán la leche de marca EROSKI   ELORRIO,España, 2016-Sep-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — EROSKI y la Sociedad Agraria de Transformación (SAT) “Valle de Karrantza”, que agrupa a más de 30 pequeñas explotaciones ganaderas de tradición familiar, han presentado hoy el acuerdo alcanzado para la comercialización de leche producida en el País Vasco con la…

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EROSKI aumenta un 6% las ventas de alimentos frescos de origen local en Navarra en el primer semestre del ejercicio

EROSKI aumenta un 6% las ventas de alimentos frescos de origen local en Navarra en el primer semestre del ejercicio   ELORRIO,España, 2016-Sep-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Las ventas de EROSKI de alimentos frescos de origen local han crecido un 6% durante el primer semestre del ejercicio en Navarra. Un crecimiento debido en gran medida a la extensión…

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Klanten kiezen Delhaize producten voor Belgisch display bij Albert Heijn

Klanten kiezen Delhaize producten voor Belgisch display bij Albert Heijn   Zaandam, Netherlands, 2016-Sep-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Albert Heijn en Delhaize zijn sinds kort familie. Dat betekent dat we nóg meer lekkere Belgische producten in huis hebben. Met vijftig trouwe klanten zijn we op 'winkelsafari' geweest bij Delhaize in Antwerpen. Onder het motto 'gluren bij de…

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Yum! Brands: Primavera Capital Group and Ant Financial Services Group to invest $460 million in Yum China

LOUISVILLE, KY and SHANGHAI, 2016-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM) today (September 2, 2016) announced that it has entered into agreements with Primavera Capital Group, a China-based global private equity firm, and Ant Financial Services Group, one of the world’s leading online and mobile financial services providers that operates the widely…

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Kroger introduces more affordable Cage-Free Eggs

CINCINNATI, 2016-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today (9/6/2016) announced a new, more affordable corporate brand line of cage-free eggs. "Kroger-brand Cage-Free Eggs are now available in our family of stores nationwide," said Gil Phipps, Kroger's vice president of corporate brands. "More customers are looking for an affordable cage-free egg option. Our…

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Starbucks adds Whole Earth Sweetener Company’s Nature Sweet packets to its condiment bar

Starbucks adds Whole Earth Sweetener Company’s Nature Sweet packets to its condiment bar   Seattle, 2016-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starting today (September 6), Starbucks customers will notice something new at the condiment bar. In addition to the four sweeteners in pink, blue, white and yellow packets, they will find a fifth option in green called Whole…

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Starbucks offers new oatmeal flavors among its lineup of new Fall menu

Seattle, 2016-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — What's new in Starbucks® stores this fall? Among other items, Starbucks is offering its first new oatmeal flavor in three years. A Dark Chocolate and Caramelized Banana Oatmeal is available beginning today (September 6). This breakfast option starts with traditional oatmeal that is topped with a slow-kettle cooked banana compote and a mixture…

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Starbucks adds mobile trucks to three additional campuses this fall

Seattle, 2016-Sep-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starbucks is helping college students gear up and fuel up this fall with more mobile trucks on campuses and a collection of coffee and tea merchandise. Starbucks mobile trucks are rolling to three additional campuses: Rutgers University in New Jersey; Stony Brook University in New York; and Sacramento State in California.…

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USDA FSIS issues food safety tips for areas impacted by Hurricane Hermine

WASHINGTON, 2016-Sep-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing food safety recommendations for those who may be impacted by Hurricane Hermine. The National Hurricane Center has issued a Hurricane Warning, Tropical Storm Warning, Hurricane Watch and Tropical Storm Watch for Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina…

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Atherstone Foods recalls chicken wrap products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens

WASHINGTON, 2016-Sep-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Atherstone Foods, a Richmond, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 422 pounds of chicken wrap products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today (Sept. 1, 2016). The product contains soy, a known allergen, which is not declared on…

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Snyder’s-Lance recalls Diamond of California Macadamia Nuts due to a possible Salmonella contamination

St. Louis, MO, 2016-Sep-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. is initiating a recall of Diamond of California Macadamia Nuts due to a possible Salmonella contamination. Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience…

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Starbucks opens its first store in Medellín, Colombia

Starbucks opens its first store in Medellín, Colombia   Seattle, 2016-Sep-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — High in Colombia’s Andes Mountains is the city of Medellín. It’s one of South America’s most beautiful cities, known as the City of the Eternal Spring for its temperate climate and green landscape. The city offers a vibrant mix of old and new, where…

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Starbucks announces return of fall favorite Pumpkin Spice Latte and launch of the new Chile Mocha

Starbucks announces return of fall favorite Pumpkin Spice Latte and launch of the new Chile Mocha   Seattle, 2016-Sep-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — With the cooler weather setting in soon, Starbucks spices up this autumn with Pumpkin Spice Latte and the new Chile Mocha. Making its 13th consecutive seasonal debut, Pumpkin Spice Latte (affectionately known as “PSL”) is Starbucks…

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Wegmans Food Markets takes lunchboxes to the next level with introduction of five fresh organic sandwich breads

ROCHESTER, N.Y., 2016-Sep-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — As back-to-school season gets underway, Wegmans Food Markets is helping busy families take lunchboxes to the next level with the introduction of five fresh organic sandwich breads, all made with care by bakers in Wegmans’ own bakeshop in Rochester, N.Y. The sliced breads are White Made with Oatmeal, 100%…

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Wegmans Mechanicsburg store starts wine-to-go sales

Mechanicsburg, PA, 2016-Sep-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (09/01/2016 ), shortly after 10:30 am, Wegmans Mechanicsburg store became the first supermarket in the Greater Harrisburg region to sell wine-to-go. This launched the start of a limited-assortment pilot to help Wegmans and the PLCB evaluate and refine the process for forecasting product demand, ordering, and delivery. PA…

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Paradies Lagardère to help combat childhood hunger through Dine Out for No Kid Hungry® program during September

ATLANTA, 2016-Sep-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Paradies Lagardère, the travel retail and restaurateur leader in North America, plans to help combat childhood hunger in the U.S. by raising funds and awareness during the Dine Out for No Kid Hungry® program throughout the month of September. One in five children struggles with hunger in our country. Paradies…

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Mit dem BILLA Online Shop zur gesunden Schuljause für Österreichs Schulkinder

Koln, Deutschland, 2016-Sep-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Auch im kommenden Schuljahr versucht das Schulobst- und Gemüseprogramm der Europäischen Kommission wieder den österreichischen Schulen zu vermitteln, dass Obst und Gemüse die Basis für eine ausgewogene Ernährung sind. Damit die gesunde Ernährung für Österreichs Schulkinder noch leichter wird, unterstützt BILLA als heimischer Nahversorger Nummer 1 die Initiative…

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Wegmans Owings Mills to host food pantry rally; donating 18,102 pounds of non-perishable food to six local food pantries

ROCHESTER, N.Y, 2016-Sep-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — WHO: Wegmans Owings Mills employees and representatives from the Community Crisis Center, Reisterstown United Methodist Church, Loaves and Fishes Food Ministry, Jesus House of Baltimore, Union Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Set the Captives Free Outreach Center, and the United Way of Central Maryland. WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 1, 2016…

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FMI survey reveals that only 57% of American parents eat dinner with their children every night

ARLINGTON, VA, 2016-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — As families send their children back to school, some parents are forgetting the most important school supply: the family meal.  A recent consumer survey of American grocery shoppers, conducted by the Food Marketing Institute (FMI) and Rodale Inc., underscores the infrequency of family meals in the U.S. and…

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Baskin-Robbins introduces new customizable Donut Ice Cream Sandwiches

Baskin-Robbins introduces new customizable Donut Ice Cream Sandwiches   CANTON, Mass., 2016-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Baskin-Robbins is introducing a delectable combination for ice cream and donut lovers with its new customizable Donut Ice Cream Sandwiches. Available starting September 1 at Baskin-Robbins locations nationwide, guests can create a customized frozen treat by choosing their favorite ice cream…

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Entenmann’s recalls select Little Bites products due to possible contamination of small plastic pieces

St. Louis, MO, 2016-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Entenmann’s is recalling select Little Bites products because they may be contaminated with small plastic pieces. Schnucks customers are urged to check for: Entenmann’s Little Bites Fudge Brownies – 5 pack UPC: 7203001342 Best by: October 8, 2016/3098 Entenmann’s Little Bites Chocolate Chip Muffins – 5 pack UPC: 7203001353 Best by: October 8, 2016/3098 Entenmann’s…

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McDonald’s announces the retirement of its U.S. President Mike Andres; Chris Kempczinski to succeed

OAK BROOK, IL, 2016-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — McDonald's Corporation (NYSE:MCD) today (Aug 31, 2016) announces the retirement of U.S. President Mike Andres and the subsequent appointment of Chris Kempczinski, Executive Vice President of Strategy, Business Development and Innovation, to lead the U.S. business effective Jan. 1, 2017. "Mike has been relentless in his commitment to…

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SSP America announces the opening of Tony’s Wine Cellar & Bistro at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport

LONDON, 2016-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — SSP America a division of SSP Group, a leading operator of food and beverage brands in travel locations worldwide, announced today (31-August-2016) the opening of Tony’s Wine Cellar & Bistro at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport’s Terminal D. Sophisticated and stylish, the full service, 1,300 square foot Tony’s Wine Cellar…

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The 100,000 Opportunities Initiative achieves goal of hiring 100,000 Opportunity Youth two years ahead of schedule

The 100,000 Opportunities Initiative achieves goal of hiring 100,000 Opportunity Youth two years ahead of schedule   SEATTLE, 2016-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — The 100,000 Opportunities Initiative, the country’s largest employer-led coalition committed to creating pathways to meaningful employment for young people, today (August 31, 2016)  announced that it has met its goal of hiring 100,000 Opportunity Youth – the…

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The Hennessy Very Special Edition bottle by internationally-renowned tattoo artist Scott Campbell

The Hennessy Very Special Edition bottle by internationally-renowned tattoo artist Scott Campbell   PARIS, 2016-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kaws, Futura, Os Gemeos, Shepard Fairey, Ryan McGuiness… Every year Hennessy invites guest artists to create a new Hennessy Very Special Limited Edition bottle. In 2016, internationally-renowned tattoo artist Scott Campbell took on the challenge. Scott Campbell is a tattoo…

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Whole Foods Market to hosts nationwide Cheese Night to celebrate Alpine-style cheeses on September 13

EMERYVILLE, Calif., 2016-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — On Sept. 13, Whole Foods Market is hosting a nationwide Cheese Night to celebrate Alpine-style cheeses. Stores will offer samples and will have an expert or Certified Cheese Professional on hand to talk about the characteristics and flavor profiles of Alpine-style cheeses. Generally, Alpine-style cheeses are nutty and salty…

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