Written by Jane Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs August 26, 2018

Kodiak Cakes Protein-Packed Baking Mixes

Get the nourishment you knead with Kodiak Cakes’ delicious new baking mixes.  Kodiak Cakes carefully crafts each recipe with 100% whole grains and protein to transform your favorite baking recipes to healthy nourishing snacks or meals everyone in your family will enjoy. Available in five great-tasting new flavors – Chocolate Chip Muffin Mix, Blueberry Muffin Mix, All-Purpose Baking Mix, Fudge Brownie Mix and Triple Chocolate Brownie Mix – there’s a Kodiak Cakes baking mix available for any occasion and every person in your household. Kodiak Cakes is a small natural food company from Park City, Utah.  They believe the best foods are made from simple real ingredients, so they craft everything from non-GMO ingredients, freshly ground whole grains and no preservatives to ensure every mix has the wholesome familiar flavor of an old family recipe.  They even add protein to each mix to sustain your active lifestyle – discover these delicious nourishing baking mixes in the Baking aisle.   Written by Jane Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs August 26, 2018

Ragu Simply

Ragu has created Ragu Simply around consumer’s desire for transparency and clean ingredients claims. Ragu is proud to offer 4 new varieties of Ragu Simply: Traditional Chunky Marinara Meat Chunky Garden Vegetable Ragu Simply has No Added Sugar, No Added Flavors, and No Preservatives, is Non GMO, made with 100% Olive Oil and is priced with Ragu. Ragu Simply provides an affordable and delicious tasting Ragu Sauce that delivers on consumer’s desire to remove added sugars from their diet. You can find Ragu Simply in the Pasta Sauce aisle next to the regular Ragu sauces. Written by Jane Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs August 19, 2018

Differin Gel

Differin Gel delivers unbelievable Acne-Fighting efficacy! Adapalene is the first new ingredient in the Over The Counter acne category in over thirty years. Differin Gel stops acne by tackling 2X as many sources of acne as the current leading ingredients.  Differin Gel works completely differently by engaging at the molecular (DNA) level. In a clinical study, Differin Gel users saw a 55% reduction in acne after only 2 months of use!  This increased to an 80% reduction in acne after 12 months. Differin Gel is the first Retinoid available without a prescription. Look for Differin Gel in the Skin Care Aisle. Written by Jane Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs August 18, 2018

Kodiak Cakes Power Waffles and Power Flapjacks

Kodiak Cakes Toaster Waffles and Flapjacks are made with 100% whole grains, all non-GMO ingredients and high-quality protein to fuel any frontier.   With 14g of protein per serving in the Power Flapjacks and 12g of protein in the Power Waffles, you’ll feel fuller for longer. Kodiak Cakes believes simple is better, so they craft these flapjacks and waffles in the frontier tradition using 100% whole grains and 100% whole rolled oats.  These simple nutritious ingredients gives each waffle and flapjack a delicious wholesome flavor the whole family will love. Find four all-new tasty flavors:   Chocolate Chip Power Waffles, Cinnamon Power Waffles, Buttermilk Power Flapjacks and Chocolate Chip Power Flapjacks, hibernating in the Frozen aisle. Things are heating up in our Homegrown Tomato contest, which runs through this Saturday. We’re in the home stretch of the competition! Check out our must-see face-off broadcast below! Interested in entering? Show us what you’ve got through August 18th! 2 chances to win $250 in gift cards: Heaviest Tomato (weight category) and Most Unique Tomato (appearance category). We’ve seen some heavyweights and some super unique tomatoes so far, including a peep-shaped tomato, heart-shaped tomato and more. For the weight contest, our heaviest entry came in at just under 2 pounds. Can you beat that? To enter the weight contest category, visit the Guest Services desk at your local store to have your homegrown tomato weighed by a store teammate. [wpvideo AK0dRmcp] Happy home-growing! Written by Jane Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs August 12, 2018

Starkist New Chicken Creations

Introducing New Chicken Creations pouches from StarKist.  You already love their deliciously seasoned Tuna and Salmon Creations and now you can enjoy their Chicken Creation pouches too! StarKist Chicken Creations are made with premium white chicken raised in the USA.  Since they have already done the cooking and seasoning for you, it is easy to add chicken to any of your favorite meals. Single serve, no drain pouches – Available in four delicious varieties – BOLD Buffalo Style, Chicken Salad, Ginger Soy & Zesty Lemon Pepper.  Just tea, Eat and go! Look for StarKist New Chicken Creations in the Canned Meat/Tuna aisle. Written by Jane Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs August 12, 2018

Del Monte Fruit & Oat Cups from the Del Monte Food Company

Del Monte Fruit & Oat Cups combine delicious goodness of orchard ripe fruit with wholesome oats.  They are an energizing snack or breakfast that have no artificial flavors or sweeteners.  Del Monte Fruit & Oat Cups are a good source of fiber. Enjoy these 3 flavors warm or cold: Apple Cinnamon, Peach Cinnamon Spice and Pear Maple. They are ready to eat in four single serve cups with no preparation necessary.  In addition, they are Non-GMO and Non-BPA products. Look for all varieties of Del Monte Fruit & Oat Cups in the Fruit aisle. Written by Jane Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs August 5, 2018

Quaker Morning Go Kit

Quaker Morning Go Kit is a convenient complete morning mini-meal you can eat throughout the day containing 18g of whole grains, 15-18g of Protein, and good source of Fiber & Calcium and is less than 500 calories with no artificial sweeteners. Find 2 flavor offerings – one containing Quaker Cranberry Almond Breakfast Flats, Strawberry Greek Non-Fat Yogurt, Berry Almond Trail Mix and the second with Quaker Banana Honey Nut Breakfast Flats, Vanilla Greek Non-Fat Yogurt, and Raisin Nut & Seed Trail Mix. Get crispy flats, crunchy nuts, dried fruits and creamy Greek Yogurt in New Quaker Morning Go Kits located in the Yogurt Section of the Dairy aisle. Written by Jane Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs August 5, 2018

Sunsweet Fruit Packs

With so many of us looking for nutritious snacking on the go, Sunsweet is now offering convenient, portable new Fruit Packs that are available in three varieties – Amazin Prunes, Dates and Apricots. Sunsweet’s new Fruit Packs are made with 100% real dried fruit and no added sweeteners or sugar.  Sunsweet Amazin Prune Fruit Packs and Date Fruit Packs are only 60 calories – great for a filling, low calorie snack and a nutritious energy boost.  Sunsweet Apricot Fruit Packs are plump and delicious with only 50 calories per serving. All three Fruit Packs varieties make it easy to include real fruit nutrition in your lunch box, gym bag or whenever you’re out and about. For more information, visit sunsweet.com Sunsweet Fruit Packs can be found in the Dried Fruit section in the Produce Department.

It’s National Sandwich Month!

August is National Sandwich Month, and we find it necessary to give these tasty, versatile food combinations the appreciation they deserve! The first ever sandwich, as the story goes, was enjoyed by John Montagu, 4^th Earl of Sandwich. Montagu was quite the gambler, and in the heat of a 24 hour gambling binge he needed a meal that would fill him up, while allowing him to keep his focus on his game. The cook brought him slices of meat stuck between two pieces of toast, no utensils necessary and a free hand to continue gambling. The sandwich was born! Fast forward to today and the sandwich has become something of an art form. Endless combinations, varieties, tastes, and flavors for any appetite. Anything goes! Creating the perfect sandwich has turned into a battle of creativity and originality. Meanwhile, the classic meat and bread combination is the perfect bite for any situation. We took a look at some of the best sandwich additions over time and how they became associated with such a staple in many people’s diets. Most people enjoy their sandwiches with a side of potato chips. But what about putting potato chips right on the sandwich? If you’re looking to add an element of crispiness to your ‘wich this is the way to go. In the United Kingdom, it’s commonly referred to as a Crisp sandwich. A Crisp sandwich is simply any sandwich with an added layer of potato chips, popular varieties include; barbecue chips on ham and cheddar, salt and vinegar chips on tuna fish, and plain chips on peanut butter. Next time you’re enjoying your favorite sandwich, throw some potato chips on there and see how you like it! Sprouts are another great addition to sandwiches! As many vegetables do, sprouts often vary in texture and taste. It’s important to understand the different varieties and which pair best with your favorite sandwich. Green-leaf sprouts are recognized by two tiny green leaves at the tip of a slim ½-inch to 3-inch shoot, these sprouts add a nice element to your meal. More commonly, alfalfa sprouts have threadlike shoots with green tops, they provide a calm, nutty flavor that goes well with your sandwich of choice! Another essential part of every sandwich are the condiments that complete it. Mayonnaise, mustard, and oil are all common. But what about other interesting tastes? Pesto is commonly found in Italian dishes like pizza and pasta, but it can be used in a number of ways. It works well on turkey or chicken sandwiches, and is even good on grilled cheese. How about Greek yogurt? Yes, you read that correctly. Greek yogurt pairs surprisingly well with egg salad, chicken salad, chicken, and turkey sandwiches. It tastes great and is a healthier alternative to mayonnaise. If you’re looking for a healthier option definitely give it a shot. There you have it! Try something new in honor of National Sandwich Month. Add a twist to your usual and discover a new ingredient that takes your sandwich to the next level. There are many options to explore: maybe you’ll find a new favorite!