Foodservice
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Retrieved from Royal Farms.
Royal Farms joins the fall flavor rush
Pumpkin-flavored coffee and muffins, along with a variety of seasonal items from other vendors, accompany a separate spicy fries LTO from the retailer.
By Jessica Loder • Sept. 21, 2023 -
Consumers can now order Allsup’s burritos online for delivery
Parent company Yesway has made the savory dish available via its digital shop to celebrate 50 years of selling the item.
By Brett Dworski • Sept. 19, 2023 -
Pennsylvania c-store chain adds Tex-Mex LTO
Dandy has added tacos, loaded nachos and taco pizza to its menu, offering a different spin on fall food options.
By Jessica Loder • Sept. 18, 2023 -
7-Eleven expands seasonal LTO menu
After releasing its pumpkin spice latte last month, the convenience retailer has added gingerbread cookies, a French toast breakfast sandwich and more.
By Jessica Loder • Sept. 14, 2023 -
As c-stores level up in foodservice, catering could be an ‘ideal’ next step
Convenience retailers, especially those in rural areas, can boost revenue and grow their brand presence by offering food that is both delicious and durable.
By Amanda Baltazar • Sept. 13, 2023 -
Retrieved from Casey's.
Casey’s expands automated ordering technology
The system, which the retailer has been testing for the past year, answers incoming phone calls, processes new orders and connects to Casey’s loyalty platform.
By Brett Dworski • Sept. 6, 2023 -
Sheetz debuts new doughnut collection
The eight new flavors were conceived by Master Baker Lee Ann Adams, who formerly taught baking at The Culinary Institute of America.
By Brett Dworski • Sept. 6, 2023 -
A closer look at 7-Eleven’s upgraded coffee program
With regular brews, specialty drinks and multiple flavors, the offering embraces the company's strength in the morning daypart.
By Jessica Loder • Sept. 5, 2023 -
Diners are happy with c-store food — but retailers have work to do, report says
Operators need to guard against complacency, as the number of customers “extremely satisfied” with c-store foodservice has fallen from 2022, Intouch Insight said.
By Jessica Loder • Sept. 5, 2023 -
Retrieved from Tri Star Energy website.
White Bison Coffee adds fall LTOs
The coffee shop, which is mostly found inside Twice Daily c-stores, added several pumpkin-flavored drinks alongside three waffle sandwiches.
By Jessica Loder • Sept. 1, 2023 -
Retrieved from McLane Company.
McLane launches new c-store foodservice program
McLane Fresh is designed to meet consumers' expectations for healthy, quality food and aims to position convenience stores “as hubs for culinary excellence on the go.”
By Brett Dworski • Aug. 30, 2023 -
Rutter’s adds senior director of advertising and food service
The newly created role comes as the Pennsylvania-based c-store chain is expanding both its overall footprint and its focus on made-to-order meals.
By Jessica Loder • Aug. 29, 2023 -
Why c-stores are upgrading their coffee programs
Players like 7-Eleven, Circle K, Arko and GetGo are refreshing their offerings with new machines, flavors and specialty options.
By Jessica Loder • Aug. 29, 2023 -
QuickChek rolls out 4 new subs for NFL partnership
The retailer’s deal with the New York Giants is the latest example of a c-store chain appealing to pro sports fans.
By Jessica Loder • Aug. 28, 2023 -
Early releases and innovative flavors spice up c-stores’ fall menus
While pumpkin and apple dishes are still runaway favorites, retailers such as Rutter’s and Stewart’s Shops are also testing offerings like pierogis and butternut squash soup.
By Christine Blank • Aug. 28, 2023 -
Retrieved from 7-Eleven.
7-Eleven launches new ‘tailgate’ food items
The retailer added new pizza, breadsticks and roller grill items as it continues its tradition of celebrating football season.
By Brett Dworski • Aug. 23, 2023 -
Retrieved from Weigel's.
Weigel’s opens biggest store
The retailer debuted a 6,400-square-foot travel center that includes its signature foodservice program and premium coffee offerings.
By Brett Dworski • Aug. 22, 2023 -
Twice Daily debuts made-to-order foodservice
The offerings will arrive in phases at select stores and are expected to appear in all locations by this fall.
By Brett Dworski • Aug. 10, 2023 -
Foodservice customers want delivery with a side of loyalty, survey says
Over 70% of respondents to a Tillster survey expect to earn or use rewards when ordering at an in-store kiosk, and more than half want to use them when ordering online.
By Jessica Loder • Aug. 8, 2023 -
Parkland Corp. talks new food program
As part of its plan to open 50 fuel-less stores, the company recently debuted a new Bites On the Run foodservice concept in Montreal.
By Jessica Loder • Aug. 7, 2023 -
TravelCenters of America bringing Bojangles restaurants to 10 locations
The agreement adds the QSR to TA’s wide variety of dining options, including fast food, full service and proprietary restaurants.
By Jessica Loder • Aug. 1, 2023 -
Retrieved from OLM.
Performance Food Group acquires Orion Food Systems
OLM is known for its pizza brands and proprietary foodservice optimization solution, RightBytes.
By Brett Dworski • July 27, 2023 -
Retrieved from Wawa press release.
Wawa enters the pizza game
The retailer brought the option to select stores in June, and as of last week, debuted it in more than 900 locations.
By Brett Dworski • July 26, 2023 -
Retrieved from TA press release.
TravelCenters of America’s new executive chef debuts LTOs
The retailer’s latest foodservice additions, including two healthy picks, are the work of Maira Isabel, who joined the company back in February.
By Brett Dworski • July 25, 2023 -
TXB debuts limited-time quesadilla as chains spotlight summertime LTOs
The chicken bacon ranch version of the menu item is the latest addition to the convenience retailer’s made-to-order menu.
By Jessica Loder • July 21, 2023