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Couche-Tard to acquire GetGo convenience stores from Giant Eagle
Alimentation Couche-Tard, a Canadian operator of convenience stores, has announced an agreement to acquire GetGo Café + Market.
Krispy Kreme and Dr Pepper collaborate on doughnuts for US football season
Krispy Kreme has partnered with Dr Pepper to celebrate the upcoming football season with the Krispy Kreme x Dr Pepper Kickoff Collection.
Nestlé CEO Mark Schneider steps down, Laurent Freixe to take the helm
Nestlé has announced a major leadership transition, with CEO Mark Schneider stepping down after eight years in the role.
Waitrose to open 100 convenience stores in £1bn investment plan
British supermarket giant Waitrose has revealed plans to open up to 100 convenience shops across the UK over the next five years.
Nespresso USA launches first honey line
Nespresso USA is launching its first line of honey products, made from the same coffee plants used for Nespresso coffee.
FreshRealm expands operations in Georgia, US, creates 300 new jobs
Fresh meal delivery provider FreshRealm has announced plans to expand its footprint in Montezuma, Georgia, creating over 300 new jobs.
7-Eleven gets takeover offer from Canada's Couche-Tard
Seven & I, the parent company of 7-Eleven, confirmed today that it has received a preliminary takeover offer from Alimentation Couche-Tard.
Café Valley introduces 7Up-flavoured mini cupcakes
Café Valley has expanded its partnership with Keurig Dr Pepper, with the launch of new mini cupcake flavours inspired by two soda brands.
Chopstix makes retail debut with ‘Wok Pot’ cooking sauce range
Chopstix, the UK’s largest Asian-inspired QSR brand, is taking its first step into retail with the launch of ‘Wok Pot’ cooking sauces.
Kar's Nuts introduces co-branded trail mix line with M&M’s
Trail mix brand Kar's Nuts has announced the launch of a new co-branded line of trail mixes in partnership with M&M’s in the US.
Krispy Kreme refreshes doughnut line-up with eight new recipes
🍩 Krispy Kreme has refreshed its doughnut offering in the UK, with a new line-up featuring eight brand-new recipes.

