Alison Meagher’s Post

It’s a special day to champion food trucks and encourage the hardworking men and women whose food businesses support the local economy. People celebrate the day by purchasing from their local food trucks, which offer a variety of tasty temptations from gourmet burgers to sushi, ice cream, assorted fries, and tacos. 🚐🌮🍟 Food trucks are inspired by centuries-old food carts dating back to the 17th century. Vendors traded food from small carts or moveable mini kitchens, and the practice is still common today where they are found on street corners, in parks, and catering to hungry crowds at special events. Chuckwagons were the first types of food trucks. They sold edibles like beans, cured meat, coffee, and biscuits to ranchers and loggers in the southern part of the country. ❗❓: Did you know? Millennials love food trucks - At least 47% of Millenials have eaten from a food truck at some point. #NationalFoodTruckDay #FoodTruck #ZempelInsurance #LakeMills #LakeMillsInsurance #LakeMillsOffice #FoodTruckDay #SupportLocal #FoodBusiness #SmallBusiness

As of recent years, Greggs has maintained its position as one of the leading bakery chains in the UK, if not the number one. Its extensive network of over 2,000 locations and its significant market share in the quick-service food sector contribute to this standing. ### Factors Supporting Greggs' Leading Position: 1. **Market Reach**: Greggs' widespread presence across the UK makes it highly accessible to customers, contributing to its dominance in the bakery market. 2. **Product Innovation**: The introduction of popular items such as the vegan sausage roll has kept Greggs relevant and appealing to a broad audience. 3. **Sales Performance**: Consistent sales growth, driven by a combination of new store openings, refurbishments, and product range expansion, underscores its strong market position. 4. **Brand Loyalty**: Greggs enjoys a loyal customer base due to its reputation for affordability, quality, and convenience.

Dynamic pricing is not new in foodservice. Have you ever paid less for a drink or appetizer at Happy Hour? Have you ever paid more for your dinner out on Valentine’s Day? Maybe you didn’t realize it- but Dynamic Pricing is common practice in many industries. #salesandmarketing #foodservice

So, I have finished my research on Pizza Restaurants in Stockton. The results are in for Pizza Restaurants in Stockton, CA! There are close to 25 small businesses in the area that are strictly for serving pizza to the community. What I look for is who has the BEST DIGITAL PRESENCE in the city. This does not mean who has the best tasting pizza. It's all about how the business presents itself to the digital world. After careful evaluation, I have concluded that Michael's New York Style Pizza, Inc. is on top of the digital game! As of today, they have a 4.3 rating with 967 reviews on Google Maps. They have a working, fully functional website and are constantly posting on social media, specifically, Facebook and Instagram, which they garner over 6000+ followers and 5000+ followers, respectively. If you are a local pizza owner, this is your competition in how to use digital to your advantage. It helps with your ranking online and strengthens community trust. Congrats to Michael's Pizza! Also, it's crazy the number of pizza joints there are in just one city. They have to compete with not only each other, but the commercial brands, too. It's tough out there, but I do believe working on your digital branding of the business will help immensely. #StocktonPizzaWars #SmallBusinessStrong #DigitalPresenceMatters #SupportLocalCA #CommunityLove #PizzaMarketing #FoodieFinds #CAEats #MichaelsPizzaStockton #NYStylePizzaDoneRight #StocktonGem #SocialMediaPizzaChamp #LevelUpYourDigitalGame #JoinThePizzaParty

The ZZ's Ice Cream Puffs team is thrilled to have completed our participation at Foodie Land this past weekend. It was a valuable learning experience for myself and the entire team, filled with positive customer interactions and operational insights. Optimizing Efficiency: We identified areas to streamline the ordering process, ensuring a faster and more enjoyable experience for our customers. Reducing wait times for our delicious ice cream puffs is a key focus moving forward. Customer Loyalty: We were delighted by the number of repeat customers who came back for multiple visits. Your enthusiasm for our product is incredibly motivating, and we appreciate your continued support. Adapting to New Environments: This event provided an opportunity to assess the logistics of operating within a tent setup compared to our usual food truck. While there were some adjustments, we're confident in our ability to adapt and improve for future events. Overcoming Challenges: A brief rain ⛈️shower threatened to dampen the festivities (almost literally!), but our team persevered and ensured a successful conclusion. We're committed to being prepared for any weather condition that might arise. A Celebration of Success: We're incredibly proud of our performance 👏🏾🥳at Foodie Land and consider it a successful first festival for ZZ's Ice Cream Puffs We look forward to bringing our unique ice cream creations to even more events in the future. Stay tuned for upcoming announcements! #FoodieLand #IceCreamPuffs #OperationalExcellence #CustomerFocus #EventExperience #ThankYou

Feedback Requested! I’d love your input. TDP’s major product differentiator is that we truly are fresh, and firmly believe with bakery you can’t deliver the same consumer experience from products that are long shelf life or freeze/thaw/serve.  Some product types get closer than others, none are quite the same. My questions: 1) Do you agree with assertion that fresh (never frozen, short shelf life) is better? 2) As a consumer, do you feel mislead if products were previously frozen but advertised as fresh? 3) From a brand perspective, do you feel it is negative to call out other products being frozen? 4) Does this post example strike right balance of highlighting our fresh difference without being negative? Thank you!! TDP Team 🍪 🥧 🍩 🥐

🚀 The air fryer revolution finally hits the UK ready meal aisle! The MJ's Diner air fryer ready meal range has launched into Farmfoods, Poundland & Dealz and other independent retailers, with talks of potential launches into Home Bargains, Morrisons and Sainsbury's. MJ's Diner claim this frozen range is a UK first. Ready meals have been slow to respond to the air fryer revolution. I'm not surprised innovation is being driven by the more affordable end of the market, targeting consumers on a tight budget seeking quick meal solutions. The question now is, will brands/retailers step up their game to offer healthier, higher quality, air fryer compatible meal options? 🔔 Hit follow for more insights on food & drink innovation opportunities #Foodanddrink #Innovation #Ukretail #Theaccidentalanalyst

With Thanksgiving weekend now over, leftovers are a thing of the past. Genpak containers help restaurants ensure freshly prepared meals are delivered to customers, eliminating bad experiences linked to cold or soggy food during transport. Visit our website today to learn how our versatile containers can become a reliable asset for your business. #foodserviceindustry #holidayseason #foodservicepackaging #takeout #genpak #fooddelivery #foodandbeverageindustry

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🔥 Hot Trend Alert: Grocers & Gourmet-To-Go! 🛒🍽 The grocery scene is transforming before our eyes, folks! Here's the scoop: 📊 Market Heat: Ready-made hot meals are not just simmering; they're on full boil! With a global market CAGR of 5.6% through 2027, it's clear consumers are craving quick, quality eats. 🥡 Convenience is King: Time-strapped shoppers are saying 'yes' to grab-and-go gourmet, and grocers are responding with an array of hot, delicious options that rival dining out. 🪑 Dine-In Delight: Supermarkets are the new diners, complete with seating! Imagine grabbing a hot roast chicken and immediately digging in at your local store. Yes, please! 💸 Economic Eats: These meals aren’t just tasty; they’re financial feasts for grocers, boasting impressive profit margins. ♻️ Sustainability Served: Unsold meals? No problem! Blast chilling is the magic that turns today's hot specials into tomorrow's cool grabs, cutting waste and saving taste. 🚀 Takeaway: For grocers, it's a win-win. For consumers, it's the new way to "dine out." For our planet, it's a step towards less waste. Dive into the delicious world of hot, ready-to-eat grocery goodness! 🌍💚🍴 #GroceryInnovation #FoodTrends #Sustainability #ConvenienceIsDelicious