Innovation

Trader Joe’s Innovates with Vegan Brioche Loaf

There’s a reason that bakers take great pride in their brioche. Rich, fluffy, and full of buttery sweetness, a good brioche is as elegantly delicious to eat as it is tricky to make — and it’s even trickier if you’re making a totally vegan version. Luckily, Trader Joe's know some of the best bakers in the business, and they’ve made a pre-sliced, plant- based Vegan Brioche Loaf exclusively for TJ's shoppers, and one that’s fit to be the crown jewel of any bakery — vegan or not! Made with an ingeniously crafted plant-based butter that’s derived from a mix of

Taste Summer with Trader Joes Watermelon & Peach Macarons

Macarons are uncommonly elegant treats any time of year, but there’s something particularly wonderful about enjoying them on a sunny summer’s day. That’s Trader Joe’s Introduces Watermelon & Peach Macarons for the season. Made for the retailer by the same expert bakers in Belgium behind their Valentine’s Day-exclusive Heart Shaped Macarons, these sweet, summer-y treats combine the luxurious texture of sweet, meringue-y macarons with two fruits that are practically synonymous with summer: ripe, flavorful peach, and juicy, refreshing watermelon. Perfect for a summer picnic, afternoon tea, or simply enjoying as a sweet, fruity snack, our picturesquely

Trader Joes Innovates with Ube

One way to describe ube: a purple-hued yam popular and most often grown in the Philippines. Another way to describe ube: a unique flavor (and color!) that has captivated our customers for several years and counting. Truth be told, ube is both of these things, and this summer, Trader Joe's is offering yet another sweet way to scratch that ube itch: Trader Joe’s Ube Spread. True to its name, the Ube Spread boasts ube purée as its first ingredient, which means it goes big on the distinct, craveable, coconut-meets-pistachio Ube flavor. Butter, cream, and coconut cream gives it its smooth,

Aldi UK Wine Scoops ‘Best Portuguese Red’ At Prestigious Competition

Global wine competition, Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2022, has named Animus Douro 2019 ‘Best Portuguese Red’ in this year’s contest. But shoppers won’t have to spend a fortune to get their hands on this gold medal winning wine, as it’s just £5.49 from Aldi. Already a shopper favorite with over 540 5* ratings online, the delicate and complex red impressed judges to land the most coveted title of the Portuguese category, as well as two other accolades including ‘Portuguese Revelation Wine’ and a Grand Gold Medal. All wines in the competition are blind tasted by the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles’

Sainsbury’s Launches Refillable Handsoap

British retailer Sainsbury’s has announced the launch of its Retail Brand (private brand) 1L refillable handwash pouches. The 1L pouches use 85% less plastic and will help customers reduce the amount of plastic waste in their homes by simply reusing their handwash bottle and pump and refilling from a Sainsbury’s handwash pouch. The new refillable pouches are now available in supermarkets across the UK and online. The pouches are estimated to save a total of 28 tonnes of plastic every year and are 35% lower in cost compared to the equivalent bottles, meaning customers can expect a high-quality product that is

CVS Health Brand Reimagines Home Health Care Category

Retail Brand (Private Brand) is driving innovation at CVS Heath with a unique line of home health care products developed in collaboration with Michael Graves Design. The CVS Health by Michael Graves Range was spotlighted at the Velocity Institute Conference in a presentation by the retailer’s executives. They said the line fills an unmet need for the aging and disabled through refined looks and robust functionality that takes the stigma out of items such as canes and walkers. “Our obsession continues with leading in our store brands business,” said Brenda Lord, Vice President, Private Brands & Quality Assurance, in a

Red Gold to Offer New Private Brand Plant-based Sauces

Red Gold, the largest family-owned tomato company in the world, has entered the plant-based segment with the launch of two products that illustrates the next generation of shelf stable protein alternatives. Combining the functional benefits of naturally grown tomatoes with plant-based proteins, this next generation of the growing category is known as plant-based 3.0. The company is debuting two private brand tomato-based pasta sauces made from a tomato puree, diced tomatoes, plant-based protein and extra virgin olive oil. “Our new plant-based Italian sausage pasta sauce and plant-based Bolognese pasta sauce represent a new opportunity to offer tomato sauces with plant-based

Trader Joe’s Sparkles with Pineapple Juice

What do you get when you combine not-from-concentrate pineapple juice and an abundance of invigorating bubbles? You get Trader Joe’s Sparkling Pineapple Juice Beverage, that’s what. Pleasingly pineapple-y, ultra- fizzy, and subtly sweet, this bold beverage sips like a sparkling, pineapple daydream on a tropical summer’s day. Whether it’s a special celebration, a holiday, or just a random afternoon, when you crack open a can of TJ’s Sparkling Pineapple Juice Beverage, it’s time to party! Made with just four ingredients (pineapple juice, CO2, citric acid as an acidifier, and vitamin C to maintain color), this crisp refreshing Beverage contains no

Peachy! Co-op introduces new ‘sex on the beach’ inspired gin

British retailer Co-op is bringing back 90s vibes with its brand new ‘Sex on the Beach' inspired summer gin, in-stores now.The convenience retailer’s new £15 limited-edition Retail Brand (private brand) gin is infused with the classic ‘Sex on the Beach’ flavors of orange and cranberry with the addition of peach for a modern take on the cocktail made famous in the 90s. Available in-stores nationwide.Jonathan Grey, Co-op’s spirits buyer, said: “’Sex on the Beach’ is the quintessential summer holiday cocktail and we have worked hard to recreate that classic fruity flavor with a modern twist for our shoppers to enjoy.

Kroger Announces Second Year of Go Fresh & Local Supplier Accelerator

Kroger announced this week the second year of its Go Fresh & Local Supplier Accelerator, a program designed to enhance and accelerate the selection of local items sold in the Kroger Family of Companies. The program provides a pathway to entry for local businesses of all sizes by allowing American-based growers and producers the chance to work directly with the retailer. Through the Supplier Accelerator, Kroger is continuing to expand its fresh departments – including produce, deli, bakery, meat, seafood, dairy, specialty cheeses, and floral – and its commitment to being Fresh for Everyone. Now through May 23, 2022