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A New Look for Nellie’s Nest
Pete & Gerry’s recently updated its packaging for its Nellie’s Nest Cage Free line of fresh eggs. David Rachlin, executive vice president, marketing and business development, tells us why. Continue reading
Don’t let the bed bugs bite
Sometimes there is truth to those Eastern European old wives tales. According to a recent study, the most effect way of dealing with bed … Continue reading
Appreciating Local Labors
I grew up in the Hudson Valley region of New York, and I make it a point to enjoy all the area has to … Continue reading
Finding the right mix
Suddenly, JCPenney is back in vogue. The company, who trials and tribulations have been well documented over the last year, has become the darling … Continue reading
Serve… and Protect
So, this guy walks into a supermarket…! Sounds like the beginning of a joke, doesn’t it? Only this time it’s deadly serious—or could have … Continue reading
How CVS Won My Loyalty
On any given day my kitchen table is guaranteed to be cluttered with coupons. Store coupons to no less than three different stores, manufacturer … Continue reading
Oldways Celebrates 20 Years of the Med Diet
This May is International Mediterranean Diet month, and this year is the 20th anniversary of Oldways’ Mediterranean Diet Pyramid. Continue reading
Getting your guard up
Prop 37, which would have required mandatory labeling of products containing GMOs may have voted down by California voters last November, but one look … Continue reading
Food, glorious food!
I walk a half-mile from my house in suburban New Jersey to the train each morning and then three blocks from Penn Station to … Continue reading
Westside Market NYC
Richard Turcsik, Grocery Headquarters executive editor, visited Westside Market NYC, right in GHQ’s backyard. The chain’s newest store on Broadway in Upper Manhattan offers … Continue reading
Roundy’s Dinner
In February, Grocery Headquarters announced its 2013 Independent Retailer of the Year: Roundy’s Supermarkets. In March, GHQ awarded the chain for its outstanding work … Continue reading
No Sugar, No Problem
Several weeks ago, while getting my morning coffee, I was handed an informational flyer along with my cup of joe. When I sadly realized … Continue reading
Kosher Customer Service
This weekend I drove up to New England to visit one of my closest girl friends. During our travels we ventured into a Shaw’s … Continue reading
2013 Boston Seafood Show
This year’s 2013 International Boston Seafood Show and Seafood Processing America drew record crowds to the Boston waterfront. The convention was held March 10–12 … Continue reading
Still Making it in America
I’ve been wondering lately, when exactly did the term “Made in America” become obsolete? Contrary to some opinions, it hasn’t. In fact, American made … Continue reading
Jessica Kerstein from Lipman talks Tomatoes
Jessica Kerstein from Lipman talks about the importance of tomato flavor and year-round availability. Continue reading
Like a Virgin?
A few years ago when visiting Italy I went to a wine and olive oil tasting at castle in Tuscany. Now I am not … Continue reading
“Caution” is the Word
What’s the pulse of the housewares industry? After spending four days in blustery Chicago with just about everyone in the industry, the word that … Continue reading
Frankly Fresh Discusses the Benefits of HPP
Dr. Ash Husain talks about how the company is using High Pressure Processing (HPP), to preserve product freshness, flavor, safety and increased shelf life, without artificial preservatives. Continue reading
Price Chopper Calling
A few days ago the phone rang and imagine my surprise when my caller ID showed someone from Price Chopper was ringing me. Turns … Continue reading
Happy Family Goes Greek with New Pouches for Babies and Toddlers
Happy Family, an organic food brand privately owned and operated by moms, has introduced a line of organic Greek yogurt, fruit and veggie combination … Continue reading
Belle Foods in Hoover, Ala.
According to Grocery Headquarters Editor Richard Turcsik, it was the smell of slow-burning hickory that grabs shoppers’ attention when they walk through the doors … Continue reading
Pick a finger!
JCPenney – or JCP as they now preferred to be called – recently sent me a $10.00 coupon for being a “valued customer.” I … Continue reading
Chobani SoHo Inspires Versatility
Just before Nemo took Manhattan, I was able to make good on an invitation to visit Chobani SoHo. The rain had yet to turn … Continue reading
Hangin’ with Heineken
I recently had the privilege of attending the HEINEKEN USA (HUSA) National Distributor Conference (NDC). I had been to the event last year, so … Continue reading
