Retail & FoodService

This year marks a significant shift in the way that the beef checkoff is working with retail and foodservice operators to build beef demand. The foodservice and retail influencer program (formerly known as Channel Marketing and B2B Marketing), has taken a new approach in how it supports the $682 billion foodservice segment with marketing and selling beef. The program is now focused on building deep, valuable relationships with key operators, suppliers and distributors that significantly impact beef demand and sales. …

The Peru Agribusiness Association in conjunction with Sierra Exportadora, Trade Commission Office in NY and Latino Institute Inc., invite the public, industry professionals and media to the 3rd Peru to the World Expo 2014, to experience the diversity and passion of Peruvian culture at a special event, Thursday September 18, from 10am-9pm at The Meadowlands Expo Center, 355 Plaza Dr. Secaucus NJ 07094. The expo will feature live cooking demonstrations throughout the day by top Peruvian chefs from U.S. restaurants, an exhibit of Peruvian food and beverage products, a fashion show, international seminar, live music, meet & greet with Pisko songwriter, sweepstakes and much more. …

Visitors to Neighborhood Cinema Group (NCG) Cinemas, a family run company operating 15 theaters in multiple cities throughout the U.S., can now enjoy their favorite coffee, latte, cappuccino, hot chocolate or iced coffee while watching the silver screen. The advanced brewing technology built into every TASSIMO PROFESSIONAL T-DISC makes it simple for concession staff to quickly prepare a gourmet beverage with the authentic flavor customers expect from the coffeehouse down the street. This exciting new offering is boosting concession sales and enhancing customers’ overall movie-going experience – a win-win for both NCG Cinemas and their growing loyal customer base.  …

Legacy Foodservice Alliance is excited to announce that Tom's Meats and Produce, Richmond, VA, became a member on September 1, 2014. …

Mondelz International, Inc. announces the foodservice and vending launch of WHEAT THINS Popped. Made with 7-8 grams of whole grain per bag1, WHEAT THINS Popped offers a lighter and crispier texture with the whole grains consumers seek. Available in two delicious flavors, Sea Salt and Sour Cream & Onion, each serving contains 90 calories, no cholesterol2, no HFCS, no partially hydrogenated oils and no artificial flavors or colors. …