food and beverage

Crisp Raises $37 Million to Expand Dutch Grocery Delivery
Crisp Raises $37 Million to Expand Dutch Grocery Delivery
November 16, 2023  |  Investments

Grocery app Crisp has raised $37 million to enhance its seasonal/local food-focused delivery service. The Amsterdam-based company announced the funding in a Thursday (Nov. 16)...

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‘Friends’ Central Perk Coffeehouse Opens as Brands Look for Consumer Connections
‘Friends’ Central Perk Coffeehouse Opens as Brands Look for Consumer Connections
November 14, 2023  |  ResTech

Warner Bros. Discovery is becoming the latest company to open a themed restaurant to deepen consumers’ connection with their brands, bringing a “Friends”-themed coffeeshop to...

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Grocery Shoppers Continue to Trade Down Despite Inflation Relief
Grocery Shoppers Continue to Trade Down Despite Inflation Relief
November 13, 2023  |  Economy

In times of economic uncertainty and persistent inflation, consumers tend to stretch their budgets to the maximum, especially in essential categories like groceries. To do...

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QSRs Tap QR Codes to Expand Loyalty Recognition in Stores
QSRs Tap QR Codes to Expand Loyalty Recognition in Stores
November 13, 2023  |  ResTech

As restaurants look to target their marketing and drive customer frequency, major brands are leveraging in-store QR codes to tie all transactions, including in-store purchases,...

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Can Plummeting Turkey Prices Fatten up Sales for Thanksgiving Brands?
Can Plummeting Turkey Prices Fatten up Sales for Thanksgiving Brands?
November 11, 2023  |  Economy

If you’re gearing up for a festive feast, you’ll be thankful to hear that wholesale prices of whole frozen turkeys are taking a dip, bringing...

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Ahold Delhaize US Taps Direct Fulfillment for Pickup, Third-Party for Delivery
Ahold Delhaize US Taps Direct Fulfillment for Pickup, Third-Party for Delivery
November 09, 2023  |  Delivery

Ahold Delhaize is looking to bring pickup orders in-house in the United States, even as it reverses course on direct delivery fulfillment. The multinational grocery...

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Amazon Opens Grocery Delivery Program to Non-Prime Customers
Amazon Opens Grocery Delivery Program to Non-Prime Customers
November 09, 2023  |  Retail

Amazon is expanding its grocery delivery/pickup program to include shoppers who aren’t Prime subscribers. The retail giant is making grocery delivery and free pickup available...

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High-Income Consumers Turn to Restaurant-Finding Apps While Traveling
High-Income Consumers Turn to Restaurant-Finding Apps While Traveling
November 08, 2023  |  ResTech

As restaurants look to reach tourists and travelers, PYMNTS Intelligence revealed that digital platforms can help them influence high-income diners. By the Numbers The latest...

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Delivery on the Rise as Consumers Look to Save Money
Delivery on the Rise as Consumers Look to Save Money
November 08, 2023  |  Delivery

Persistent high prices of raw materials and supply chain issues have led to sharp rises in operational costs, forcing restaurants to a generalized increase in...

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