The Giant Eagle supermarket chain is celebrating its continued dedication to operating in a sustainable fashion. The company recently added the Robinson Market District to its steadily growing list of LEED-certified retail locations. The Robinson Market District was officially awarded gold LEED certification in November 2010, becoming the first Pennsylvania supermarket to receive gold status.
Residents of Cranberry Township in the Pittsburgh area will now be able to save big on groceries at a new and conveniently located SHOP ‘n SAVE on Freedom Road. The new 60,000 square-foot, SHOP ‘n SAVE store, independently owned and operated by Jim and Jeff Sorbara, opened April 28 with a grand opening ribbon cutting celebration.
For the fifth year, the Hobart Center for Foodservice Sustainability (HCFS) plans to award a $5,000 grant to the organization judged to have the best-executed foodservice or grocery sustainability project. Applications are currently being accepted, and the recipient is to be announced at the 2012 National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago.
Bloomingdale's and Magnolia Bakery announce the companies' official partnership. Magnolia Bakery, renowned for its nostalgic, freshly made baked goods, will open in Bloomingdale's flagship store (1000 Third Avenue) in summer 2011.
Blue Bunny Ice Cream has partnered with television personality, celebrity cake baker and owner of Charm City Cakes Chef Duff Goldman, in the creation of four new ice cream flavors.
Shoppers at The Kroger Co. family of stores can celebrate World Wish Day by purchasing specially-marked sweet treats to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The products hit bakery shelves in Kroger-operated supermarkets in 31 states.
The National Honey Board has made a significant investment in furthering innovation in the baking industry by working with the American Institute of Baking to develop nine bakery food formulas made with honey.
For the fifth year, the Hobart Center for Foodservice Sustainability (HCFS) plans to award a $5,000 grant to the organization judged to have the best-executed foodservice or grocery sustainability project. Applications are currently being accepted, and the recipient is to be announced at the 2012 National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago.
