Food Retail
Private label plays a growing role in plant-based grocery trends
Kroger-owned King Soopers was recognized in a recent report for its range of private-label plant-based products.
Food
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Supplier communication boosts chef’s confidence about what’s on the menu
Communicating with suppliers provides insights into the supply chain that let Chicago chef Guy Meikle feel good about what he’s serving and pass along that confidence to customers.
Consumer Insights
Mandated to stay at home, cooking fatigue sets in
Lives and lifestyles have been dramatically altered as consumers face the realities of the moment by adapting meal planning, shopping and cooking behaviors.
Food Retail
Report: Last year played a pivotal role in growing plant-based food sales
The success of plant-based meat companies Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods spurred other companies to launch their own plant-based burgers in 2019.
Food Retail
How plant-based food makers have adjusted to the pandemic
Companies are talking about the steps they've taken to keep plant-based food production safe for employees.
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Strawberries offer a wide variety of potential health benefits, studies show
From better brain function to decreased inflammation, strawberry consumption can have a positive impact on health in several ways, according to the findings of six recent studies.
Food
Why food brands should continue to work with influencers during the pandemic
For food brands and companies, now is not the time to cut blogger and influencer engagement. Instead, take this opportunity to leverage influencer relationships and feed content-hungry consumers what they are craving.
Food
Top 10: Product rebranding and a cashierless Walmart
Readers were interested in stories about a product rebrand from Quaker Oats and a cashierless Walmart store.
Consumer Insights
5 important food and beverage industry trends to watch
From the diversification of keto-friendly products to the rise of “gummification,” here are some key trends to monitor in the food and beverage space.
Restaurant and Foodservice
Driving restaurant traffic in a post-COVID world
As consumers start to eat out again, how do you drive them to your operation?
Consumer Insights
Industry rises to cater to home baking trend
How are CPG manufacturers, bakeries and other foodservice industry professionals keeping up with consumers’ interest in baking at home?
Food
Top 10: Favorite candy by state, sudden restaurant reopenings
The bulk of the Top 10 covered equal parts CPG news and food retail news, with non-pandemic-related news taking the top spot.
Food
Familiar formats can boost appeal of plant-forward meals
Using familiar ingredients, rather than processed meat alternatives, can help restaurants appeal to vegans, meat-eaters and everyone in between, researchers and chefs said during The Culinary Institute of America’s Global Plant-Forward Culinary Summit.
Restaurant and Foodservice
What’s next for third-party delivery services?
Food delivery services play a vital role during the pandemic but delivery fees are still an issue for restaurant operators.
Food
Top 10: Revamped school lunch, McDonald’s menus and Costco samples
McDonald's operators hope to keep the pared-down menu after the pandemic.
Consumer Insights
Cultural background’s influence on how we eat
Brands that are able to tap into a desire for exploration in ways that satisfy American food values and feel like authentic cultural sharing can reap the rewards.
Restaurant and Foodservice
Nonalcoholic drink trend shows no sign of slowing down
How are consumers enjoying mocktails and other alcohol-free beverages while many bars and restaurants are closed?
Food
Top 10: The reopening of restaurants, new grocery shopping trends here to stay
New developments related to the pandemic, as well as a look at the industry post-pandemic were widely read this week.
Food
As secondary brands surge, CPG leaders need a digital playbook
For legacy CPG brands looking to compete with rising private label brands, the playbook for success has everything to do with digital, and centers around three necessary points of connection.
CPG
Food companies, restaurants take new approaches to marketing amid pandemic
How are restaurants, CPG suppliers and grocers changing their marketing messages in the time of coronavirus?
Food
Top 10: Klondike Donuts, PepsiCo goes DTC, restaurants start to reopen
Readers opted for a mix of pandemic stories and new product news this week
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How the coronavirus pandemic is changing US grocery shopping habits
Experts from Acosta share insights into what shoppers are buying, how their habits are changing and how to prepare for what’s next.
Consumer Insights
From cheddar to cotija, serving up fresh cheese insights
As social distancing continues to be the norm in most parts of the country, many are turning to comfort foods like pizza and burgers.
Consumer Insights
Future forward trends: What’s beyond organic?
The rumblings of sustainability-minded, organic consumers are also being met from the industry side with a push toward disruptive agriculture and exploration of becoming "carbon positive."
Consumer Insights
Series: How to deliver on what today’s health-conscious food consumers want
Whether it’s wanting healthier versions of classic dishes and snack foods or searching for grocery items that cater to particular dietary needs, the quest for a healthier lifestyle is pervading the food industry in full force.
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Dispel these 3 myths to address consumer concerns at the meat case
Transparency and traceability are tools brands and retailers can use to clear up misunderstandings about animal welfare, antibiotic use and other aspects of meat production.
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Quality and consistency influence which beef shoppers put in their baskets
Consumers are looking for quality and consistency at the meat case, and 25% of shoppers prefer manufacturer brands when buying fresh meat.
Consumer Insights
How consumer behavior is forever changing the grocery, CPG industry
Shifts in consumer shopping behavior brought on by the coronavirus pandemic are creating what could be lasting changes in CPG and food retail.
Food
Top 10: Kroger, Starbucks and the post-pandemic future of food
Grocery shopping during and after the pandemic proved a popular topic with readers.
Food
Functional food and beverages persist during coronavirus
Shoppers are looking for snacks and beverages with ingredients that promote health and wellness, especially during the coronavirus pandemic.
Restaurant and Foodservice
Restaurants get creative with off-premises dining to create a sense of place
With dining rooms temporarily shut down by the coronavirus pandemic, many restaurants are putting more thought into the food they offer for off-premises dining.
Food
Top 10: Grocers, restaurants, food suppliers change with the times
SmartBrief’s food and beverage readers were drawn in by stories of how the industry is reacting and adjusting to the new normal.
Food Retail
In a time of uncertainty, consumers credit grocers for stepping up
US grocery shoppers are highly concerned about the coronavirus pandemic.
Food Retail
How will the coronavirus outbreak affect the plant-based food industry?
The popularity of plant-based foods was on the rise before the pandemic, and many in the industry see potential for further growth.
Restaurant and Foodservice
The role of food in health care
During this time of need, it’s only becoming more crucial to consider not just patients’ wants in terms of food and beverage offerings, but also re-assess what health care operators need from suppliers in order to weather this storm.
Food
Top 10: Effects of the coronavirus outbreak on restaurants, grocery
Coronavirus-related food world stories grabbed readers' attention this week.
Food
Breaking the mold with burgers
Loved or liked by nearly 85% of consumers, burgers are a staple, but that doesn’t mean they’re static
CPG
Category challenges: Catalysts for greater innovation or causes for decline
Between the rise of challenger categories and private label pursuers, how can we continue to unlock growth potential in the complicated and fast-changing food business?
Food
Top 10: Toilet paper demand, restaurant closures, shorter grocery hours
Fallout from the coronavirus pandemic dominated food and beverage news this week.
Restaurant and Foodservice
Don’t forget about the independent foodservice operator
Single-unit restaurants are a vital component of the foodservice landscape.
CPG
Sustainable packaging goes beyond traditional recycling
What solutions are CPG manufacturers turning to for reducing, reusing and recycling food and beverage packaging?
Food
Top 10: Retailers cope with coronavirus and a change at the top at Chipotle
Coronavirus-related stories dominated the most-read list this week, including a forecast for a surge in frozen food sales.