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By Chuck Ulie on Feb. 20, 2025

‘In the past, people were just happy with, for breakfast, a doughnut and coffee. Now you’re seeing people actually want something with more substance,’ Chillbox foodservice director tells CSP

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Beverages

Slumping Suds: Brand Image, Innovation Help Keep C-Store Beer Volume Below Expectations

By Steve Dwyer on Feb. 20, 2025

Luke’s One Stop convenience store, Circana weigh in on beer trends

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Foodservice

Consumers Want Value, Comfort in Food Choices

By Chuck Ulie on Feb. 13, 2025

Retailers expect them to be sensitive to price but also expect them to maintain their ‘unwavering expectations for high quality and flavor,’ consultant Jessica Williams says

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Regulation & Legislation

Tariffs Paused, But Convenience Stores Should Have Plan in Place Nonetheless

By Chuck Ulie and Diane Adam on Feb. 06, 2025

‘Now might be the time to lock in on long-turn pricing to establish some form of pricing stability, including domestic products,’ consultant tells CSP

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