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National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) Spotlights March Frozen Food Month
As American eating habits evolve, the frozen food aisle does as well. With the rise of flexible, unstructured meals and a growing demand for snacking options, frozen foods are stepping up with innovative offerings, from globally inspired flavors to air-fryer-friendly formats and portion-smart choices.
In honor of March Frozen Food Month, the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) is spotlighting how frozen foods meet contemporary consumer needs. "Frozen foods have always been a trusted solution for busy households, but the aisle...
Hunt Brothers® Pizza Brings Back Beloved Buffalo Chicken Pizza LTO
Hunt Brothers® Pizza, the #1 branded pizza program in the convenience store industry, announced the return of the Buffalo Chicken Pizza today, one of its most popular limited time offerings, starting January 19. The Hunt Brothers Pizza LTO program increases foot traffic and profits for thousands of c-store partners by leveraging both made-to-order and grab-and-go sales strategies.
"For 17 years, our Buffalo Chicken Pizza has been one of those special Limited Time Offers that consumers look forward...
Whole Foods Market’s Top Food Trends to Watch in 2026
Whole Foods Market has released its annual forecast of the top food and beverage trends expected to shape shopping carts, kitchens, and consumer preferences in 2026. Developed by the retailer’s Trends Council, a group of buyers, culinary experts, and industry scouts, the list reflects emerging patterns in health, convenience, sustainability, and food culture.
One notable shift is the resurgence of beef tallow, a traditional cooking fat prized for its rich flavor and high smoke point. Once a staple of classic kitchens, tallow is being rediscovered by consumers interested in...
PuraVida Foods Expands KidsLife™ Line with New Disney and Pixar-Themed Frozen Meals
PuraVida Foods, the company redefining frozen food through flavor and technology, announced today an exciting new chapter for its KidsLife™ brand: a line of nutritious, chef-crafted frozen meals featuring select Disney and Pixar characters. Launching this month, the collection will debut exclusively with Sprouts Farmers Market nationwide beginning December 22 highlighting favorites from Disney’s Frozen, Disney’s Moana, Disney’s Lilo & Stitch, Disney’s Mickey Mouse & Friends, and Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story, bringing a fresh mix of innovation and fun to family...
Dolly Parton Partners with Conagra Brands on New Line of Frozen Dinners
America’s sweetheart and musical icon, Dolly Parton, has announced the expansion of her retail food line.
In partnership with industry leader Conagra Brands, the launch builds on a successful collaboration that began in 2022.
The new line combines the convenience of single-serve frozen meals with the finger-licking flavors of Southern-inspired cuisine. Each meal retails for $4.49 and can be prepared in either the microwave or oven. The meals are available at major grocery retailers across the US.
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