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Krispy Krunchy Chicken Enters the Value Wars with New Deal
Krispy Krunchy Chicken (KKC), a popular hot food concept found within convenience stores, has showcased its celebrated fried chicken and sides in over 3,500 locations across 48 US states.
With sales surpassing a million pounds of chicken weekly, this rapidly growing brand continues to attract customers seeking affordable and satisfying comfort food.
Recently, Krispy Krunchy Chicken entered the value wars by introducing a limited-time $4 Value Meals promotion. Customers can choose between a 2-piece dark-meat bone-in fried chicken...
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...
C-Stores Narrow the Gap with Restaurants for Key Metrics in Third-Party Delivery Study
Intouch Insight has released the second edition of its Third-Party Delivery Study, showing that food delivery continues to evolve. For the first time, first-party apps were measured alongside third-party platforms, and they're already firmly in the mix. Meanwhile, convenience stores are closing the gap with restaurants on key measures of customer satisfaction.
"Earning loyalty in delivery comes down to the details," said Sarah Beckett, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Intouch Insight. "Our findings show that accuracy, speed...
McLane Unveils HiBird, A Premium Chicken Program for Convenience Stores
McLane Company, Inc. has launched HiBird, a new premium chicken program under its McLane Fresh brand, tailored for convenience stores.
“We’re proud to introduce our latest innovative program, HiBird, designed to help retailers meet growing consumer desire for chicken and demand for high-quality foodservice items,” said Vito Maurici, chief customer experience officer for McLane.
The lineup includes items like chicken sandwiches, strips, wedges, and mac and cheese. Designed for operational efficiency, HiBird offers full support, from training to equipment..
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