As the pandemic continues, many retailers are doubling down on foodservice as they take the opportunity to update menus, introduce online and/or mobile ordering, as well as delivery and curbside pickup. Savvy c-stores are also considering ways to improve their foodservice packaging, from maximizing branding to upgrading packaging appearance and efficiency. Here are some best…
What About CBN?
In Q4 2020, sleep was the top product attribute CBD consumers report desiring from the products they buy. And anecdotal evidence inspired brands to market cannabinol (CBN) products as sleep aids, too, but according to consumer insights and market intelligence firm Brightfield Group, the jury is still out whether it produces sedative effects by itself.…
Foxtrot Hires New Foodservice Executives to Expand Private Label Offer
Chicago-based Foxtrot announced that it has intensified its commitment to expanding its private label arm with the addition of two senior hires. Mitch Madoff joins as senior vice president of private label and supply chain, and Tae Strain joins as corporate executive chef. Together, they will chart the next chapter of Foxtrot’s private label business…
TXB Hosts 25th Annual Fishing and Golf Classic Tournament
Spicewood, Texas-based TXB, a family of customer service-oriented convenience stores and quick food operations previously known as Kwik Chek, hosted its Doyce Taylor Memorial 25th Annual Fishing and Golf Classic Tournament at the Tanglewood Resort in Pottsboro, Texas. The event will was held on May 3-4, 2021 with the fishing tournament held on May 3…
Uber, GoPuff Partnership Signals Competitive Landscape for Third-Party Delivery
Uber announced that it was teaming up with delivery startup Gopuff to expand its delivery business. Gopuff, which acquired liquor store chain BevMo last year, will make its inventory of convenience and grocery store items available to Uber as part of this new deal. The companies plan to roll out their new offerings to customers…
What Comes After Outdoor EMV?
The April 2021 deadline for implementing EMV at the pump is now in the rearview mirror. Ahead of the final deadline, which was extended from October 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the c-store industry substantially grew its ability to offer outdoor EMV acceptance. Now, retailers now must turn their focus to implementing another technology…
CITGO Appoints Chief Compliance & Ethics Officer
CITGO Petroleum Corp. announced the appointment of Steven Scarpino as the company’s new Chief Compliance & Ethics Officer, overseeing all facets of the company’s existing compliance and ethics program. This position was previously part of the responsibilities of Jack Lynch, the company’s Vice President Legal and Government Affairs. “CITGO is committed to the highest standards…
Does CBD Have Psychoactive Properties?
CBD products are all the rage today. Customers can select from CBD oils, CBD-infused beverages, gummies and chocolate as well as topicals — from muscle rub to lip balm — among other items containing CBD. You’ve probably heard that CBD comes from cannabis, so does that mean it can get you high? CBD (cannabidiol) is…
Sheetz Launches ‘Get a Meal, Give a Meal’ Campaign
Altoona, Pa.-based Sheetz announced a new campaign aimed at feeding children and adults who are most in need across Sheetz’s footprint. Through the “Get a Meal, Give a Meal” campaign, Sheetz will donate one meal for every six-inch sub sold and two meals for every 12-inch sub to local Feeding America member food banks. The…
Tiger Fuel Opens Two New Market Locations
The Markets, owned and operated by Charlottesville, Va.-based Tiger Fuel Co., are expanding its convenience stores and gas stations to Dillwyn and Scottsville, Va. Customers looking to grab made-to-order eats while filling up their vehicles’ gas tanks will have a new spot to frequent in Buckingham County, Va. The Market at Dillwyn, formerly known as…