As one of the oldest tea companies in the U.S., Connecticut’s Simpson & Vail is anything but your ordinary tea and coffee shop. Shoppers can sip on some tea or coffee and enjoy the scenic views of the lake just outside the store while they meander around a multitude of flavored tea, coffee, tea pots […]
Food & Grocery
Summer Product Trends
It already feels like summer in some states, while the rest of us… still have a ways to go for it to feel like summer, but that doesn’t mean we can’t prepare! In fact, according to our Ultimate Retail Calendar, retailers should already be buying summer products. Are you prepared? If not, it’s totally cool, […]
“Complimenting Nature’s Finest Work”
Fixated on great taste and clean eating, Built by Bees delivers a healthy and delicious gourmet product lineup of compelling raw honey-based products. With a variety of offerings ranging from honey balsamic vinegars to whipped and infused honeys, they offer excellent products and packaging with attractive price points for both retailers and consumers. All products […]
Expanding Its Reach: CBD Infused Beverages on the Rise
Big players in the beverage industry have been dipping their toes into the CBD business, infusing their beverages with the hot commodity. The Alkaline Water Company and New Age Beverages announced this year that they will be expanding into the CBD-infused space, and other brands are sure to follow in their footsteps. These infused beverages […]
Local Indie Retailer Spotlight: UK Gourmet
This month we sat down and had a chinwag over a proper cup of tea with Lisa and Nigel Whitmore, proprietors of local Connecticut retailer UK Gourmet.
Rada Cutlery: An American Made Tradition
Since 1948, Rada Cutlery has supplied over 150 million pieces of Made in the U.S.A. cutlery and kitchen supplies. They offer everything from individual knives, cooking utensils, stoneware, gift sets, cookbooks, and quick mixes.
Top Soap: A Simple Solution for an Everyday Problem
“30% of homes in America have built-in counter soap dispensers,” explains Top Soap creator Michael Graziani. “Everyone who has one knows how much of a pain it is to refill.
Boosting Customer Loyalty with Pearson Ranch Snack Meats
“The ranch was started by my Great Uncle Ken in 1959,” says Pearson Ranch President Marvin Cromwell.
Experience a Trip to Greece with Kiklos Olive Oil
Extra virgin olive oil is a staple ingredient for many households, and if you are a retailer who carries this product you know how important it can be to your customers.
Separate Your Meat Snacks From the Rest of the Herd
Meat snacks have been known as a quick and healthy grab and go item when on the road or looking to fill an appetite, but with the popularity of beef hitting a plateau, new meats and flavors are being introduced to the industry.
