Kite Realty Group Trust Announces New FL Leases With The Fresh Market

December 31, 2012 Kite Realty Group Trust

Kite Realty Group Trust announced that it recently executed two leases with The Fresh Market (NASDAQ: TFM) for 18,100 square feet at Lithia Crossing in Tampa, Florida and for 23,900 square feet at the Shops at Eagle Creek in Naples, Florida.

Kroger’s Strategic Advantage Over Whole Foods Market & The Fresh Market

In the wake of rising volatility and increased competition in the food retailing sector, Kroger (KR) has performed well, but has not experienced the tremendous growth that its niche rivals Whole Foods Market (WFM) and The Fresh Market (TFM) have.

Publix Announces Second North Carolina Location

December 31, 2012 Publix

Publix Super Markets Inc. announced it has signed a lease for a second store in the Greater Charlotte, North Carolina area. The store will be located at the intersection of South Boulevard and Iverson Way in Charlotte.

Yuma Visitors Bureau Develops Agritourism Program In ‘Lettuce Capital Of The World’

December 31, 2012 Joyuce Lobeck, Yuma Sun

Yuma residents know that as summer turns to fall, the fields turn green with crops of lettuce, broccoli and other vegetables that feed the nation throughout the winter months. But many visitors are intrigued at the sight that has earned Yuma the title of the winter lettuce capital of the world. To showcase this bounty, Yuma Visitors Bureau has developed an agritourism program featuring Field to Feast tours, Farmer to Farmer technical tours and Savor Yuma culinary tours.

Durian: Smelly, Spiky, & Smile-Provoking

Guidebooks I'd read had cautiously spoken of durians, with the word infamous usually mentioned. This had been enough to set my mind on trying what Asians called "the king of fruit."