Nonfoods

New and improved products are due in March, with further innovations to come throughout 2009.

The line was developed for consumers looking to prepare restaurant-quality meals at home.

The new space-saving box provides a glimpse of the cereal aisle of the future.

The event is part of the grocer's commitment to championing local products as a way to boost the state economy.

Our first Center Store Trend Alert e-newsletter for 2009 covers some exciting developments in the center store realm, including high-profile rebranding initiatives by Marcal and ConAgra Foods for their Small Steps and Healthy Choice product lines, respectively. Even more audaciously, Kraft has rolled out a complete facelift of its entire brand, based on the theme "Make Today Delicious."

Kosher Awareness Day will feature a lively educational program.

Recognizing the need for high-quality frozen Mexican food, Best Darn Burritos has launched a line of frozen, single-serving burritos.

Starting with a single Louisiana store in 1960, Anthony J. Rouse eventually grew his operation to 35 locations across two states.