Fried chicken programs offer the instore deli an appetizing way to combine convenience and value.

Following these four tips will help retail foodservice employees extend the life of frying oil while cooking.

The deli is already a trusted source for convenience and delicious options. With simple callouts, the department can also highlight the health elements consumers already have on their radar.

Besides offering intriguing flavor profiles, one of the appealing things about the Italian specialty meats category is its versatility. Ready-made options accommodate upscale snacking, simple meals, brunches and entertaining with holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's and Fourth of July indexing the highest.

Asian-inspired cuisine continues to surprise and delight consumers with traditional options, innovative fusions and hyper-authenticity. 

Delicious, convenient and reliable: pizza is a go-to food. The simple pizza pie checks a multitude of purchasing factors including value, quality and variety and its versatility accommodates anything from a quick, grab-n-go slice to a culinary exploration of restaurant-like results at home.

A – Alternative Sizes: No longer does one size fit all. Consumers are shopping both online and instore and trips made to the store may be for an individual meal, snack or a stock-up to feed a family of 1-2 or 3 or more. Co-merchandising slices of cake, cheesecake, cupcakes and parfaits in the deli can meet the need for small indulgences, which were up 17% in Q3 of 2021, compared to 2020, according to Nielsen. 

The global love for all things cheese cannot be denied. A product both comforting and indulgent, it’s perfect for meals at home yet upscale enough for entertaining. Cheese is also a natural part of the stocking up process for the 75-80% of meals prepared in the home.

Artful and intensely creative, charcuterie can at first appear a bit intimidating; but once the basic algorithm is understood, there’s no limit to its applications.