May 24, 2016

Be Your Own Hot Dog Toppings Boss | foodpros Blog

May 24, 2016

[Posted to foodpros Blog by Jenna Duesler]

Did you know there is a correct order to top your hot dog? According to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council, “DON’T put hot dog toppings between the hot dog and the bun. You should always ‘dress the dog,’ not the bun. Condiments should be applied in the following order: wet condiments like mustard and chili are applied first, followed by chunky condiments like relish, onions and sauerkraut, followed by shredded cheese, followed by spices, like celery salt or pepper.”

Why C-Stores Must Invest in Foodservice Equipment | McLane Co.

Heather Newman

May 16, 2016

foodservice, c-store, roller grill

[Posted to McLaneco.com by Marilyn Odesser-Torpey]

With only enough space for a warming box, two of the convenience stores at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) were very limited as to the number and types of meal and hot snack foods they could offer.

Then about a year ago, they added roller grills and opened up a whole new world of food items they could cook and sell.

Top It Off | NACS Online

Heather Newman

May 14, 2016

foodservice, c-store, roller grill

[Posted to NACSOnline.com by Debby Garbato]

Retailers look to condiments to broaden and differentiate their foodservice offer.

Hold the pickles, hold the lettuce, special orders don’t upset us” became apopularjingleafter Burger King launched its “Have It Your Way” TV ads in 1976. While this practice satisfied BK’s flame-broiled burger customers, those seeking personalized food experiences in other foodservice hotspots often went unsatiated.

Fast-forward about 30 years and today’s digital world has ushered in a society where customization and individualization are now the rule. Jennifer Vespole, director of foodservice at Whitehorse, New Jersey-based QuickChek, believes today’s consumer world is a far cry from the homogenous 1970s and 1980s. Be it food or anything else, the customization trend has touched every aspect of life.

Roller Grill Helps Make Foodservice Stronger at C-Stores | C-Store News

Heather Newman

May 12, 2016

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[Posted to CStoreNews.blogspot.com by CSD Staff]

Turning a Profit at the Roller Grill.

One of the most maligned pieces of equipment in all of foodservice—the roller grill—remains the backbone of many c-store foodservice programs, offering an inexpensive, labor-friendly way for operators to expand their fresh-food offering at a time when other nonfoodservice categories are declining.

Roller grill sales are estimated to account for roughly 10-15% of convenience foodservice sales which totaled $11.5 billion overall in 2011, according to a report released in February by Chicago-based Technomic Inc. The report also offered a favorable outlook for the category, estimating that sales of roller grill items would grow by 2.5-4% over the next three years.

Rolling, Rolling, Rolling | NACS Online

Heather Newman

May 11, 2016

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[Posted to nacsonline.com by Pat Pape]

The ubiquitous roller grill manages to stay relevant amid a host of new foodservice options.

When MIT grad Calvin MacCracken died in 1999, he held 90 patents for significant inventions, including the regulating system used in early spacesuits. But perhaps the invention for which Calvin is best remembered is the hotdog roller grill, a minor engineering marvel that has helped the convenience store industry provide busy customers with more convenience and extra food selections.

Snacking Trends Boost Roller Grill | Convenience Store Desisions

Heather Newman

May 9, 2016

roller grill, c-store

[Posted to CStoreDecisions]

Hot dog and sausage sales in the U.S. are expected to grow an annualized 1.9% to $18.1 billion by 2019, according to a report by IBISWorld, a market research company.

So Much More Than Ketchup | Convenience Store Products

Heather Newman

May 6, 2016

roller grill, c-store

[Posted to cstoreproductsonline.com by Abbie Westra]

Research reveals consumers’ must-have sausage toppings.

In the ongoing evolution of the roller grill, condiments are becoming just as important as the sausages themselves. A survey of nearly 1,000 consumers reveals what toppings convenience store operators should consider for their own condiment bar—particularly when trying to compete against quick-service and fast-casual restaurants.

Roller Grill Allure | CSP Magazine

FCI Marketing

May 5, 2016

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[Posted to CSPDailyNews.com by Donna Hood Crecca]

42% of consumers say they are likely to visit a c-store for prepared foods if roller-grill items are available

Although clamoring for more healthful fare, two-fifths of consumers are pulled into c-stores by the roller grill, according to the recent “Future-Focused: Next-Level Convenience Retailing” study conducted by Technomic for CSP.