Tag Archives: July 2013 Feature

Summer Has Arrived!

Summer is one of the best times of the year. The days are longer, the sun is a nearly constant companion and there always seems to be an opportunity to grill out with friends or roast marshmallows with the kids in the backyard. Of course, stores are busier this time of year, too, with children […]

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Global Industry News

As retailers in Mexico are learning, bigger isn’t always better. The top five major grocery chains in the country have more than tripled their number of small-format stores in the past 7 years, resulting in a 12% increase in market share. –Supermarket News Move over ladies, men are taking over the supermarket aisles. A new […]

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By the Numbers

82 The percentage of US households that own a grill 700 Million The number of pounds of chicken purchased in the week leading up to July 4th 1984 The year President Regan made July the official “National Ice Cream Month” 140 Million The number of Americans who plan to take a vacation this summer

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A Taste of the Season: Grilled Peaches with Raspberry Sauce

Adapted from Bon Appétit Grilling brings out the sweet flavor of these peaches and makes for a wonderful, light summer dessert. INGREDIENTS: 2 1/4 cups fresh raspberries 3 Tbsp. water 3 Tbsp. sugar 1 Tbsp. lemon juice 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter 1 1/2 Tbsp. (packed) dark brown sugar 6 medium-sized peaches, halved and pitted Directions: […]

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