CAL’s Convenience — which operates under the banner of Stripes — has announced that it will add Godfather’s Pizza at six new sites, which will bring a total of 10 Godfather’s Pizza locations to Texas and New Mexico. The chain has partnered with Godfather’s Pizza since 2018. “We are excited to expand our fresh food…
Should I Have Vegan Options on My Menu?
Should convenience store operators feature vegan options on their menus? Well, that depends. It’s true that Americans increasingly love natural, healthy foods — and options. And many quick-service restaurants and other food establishments are responding to this trend by adding a plant-based or vegan option to menus. Approximately 5% of respondents identified themselves as vegans…
Six Strategies for Building a Low Waste Operation
Building a low waste foodservice operation can help c-store retailers reduce food costs. In foodservice, there is always discussion about cost inflation and the fact that you can only raise prices so much. This is true, but there is a whole world of opportunity to mitigate cost inflation by taking a laser focused look at…
How to Grow Foodservice Sales
Understanding what your customers want and how to sell it to them is more important than ever. Competition for the convenience customer’s disposable income has never been higher, and this is especially true for foodservice. QSRs are embracing delivery, and supermarkets are redesigning their stores to accommodate busy customers with more front-door parking and emphasizing…
Fuel, Dispensed Beverages and Grocery Items Drive C-Store Visits
While it is no surprise that fuel remains the driving force when it comes to c-store visits, there are a variety of offerings that have proven to be essential for retailers looking to provide for their community and customer base. Two options that stick out are cold dispensed beverages and pantry/grocery items. A recent report…
Twice Daily Launches In-Store Kiosks for Made to Order Food
Twice Daily has launched made to order subs, sandwiches, breakfast and snacks at all of its locations. The unveiling will bring customizable options for loyal guests across the Southeast. Made to order is a convenient and easy-to-use way for Twice Daily customers to personalize their food by entering their order at an in-store kiosk. Once…
Gluten-Free Pizza Crust
The new Gluten-Free Parbaked Detroit-style Pizza Crust from Rich Products satisfies two growing consumer trends: the increased demand for both gluten-free and Detroit-style pizzas. Like other parbaked pizza crusts from Rich’s, this personal-sized crust offers c-store operators the flexibility and ease of a freezer-to-oven format that bakes up reliably and consistently every time with minimal […]
Pastry Display for Retailers
Hussmann has introduced its new Delight Pastry Floor Display, which provides a complete bakery department solution. The streamlined design provides maximum product visibility with its tempered glass, LED canopy and shelf lights. The all-metal construction creates a very robust case for heavy use and store traffic conditions. Customers can grab their favorite donuts or bakery […]
Spicy Tornados
Ruiz Foods’ new Spicy Queso Beef Tornados are made to delight the growing number of c-store customers seeking bolder choices from the roller grill or hot case. This bold, spicy variety gives consumers an exciting new reason to check out roller grills for snacks or meals. Each bite packs a flavorful kick with spicy, melty […]
Casey’s Named ‘The Official Pizza and Beer Headquarters’
Casey’s has officially secured a trademark that names the chain as The Official Pizza and Beer Headquarters. While Casey’s is undoubtedly the third-largest c-store chain in the U.S., it has long claimed status as the country’s fifth-largest pizza chain. With the new trademark, Casey’s is certified as a one-stop-shop for handmade pizza and cold beer. According…