Darren Climans
ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
09/12/2021
Meals are for squares
In Canada, and nearly universally now around the world, the frequency and variety of snacking is going up. Are your snack aisles ready?
06/20/2021
Cold comfort
During the pandemic, consumers sought security in frozen foods, with ice cream and frozen novelties leading the way
04/04/2021
Frictionless convenience: C-stores + vending machines offer a winning combination
Rather than ‘if’, the question for c-store operators in the future will be ‘what’ and ‘when’ to add. Be prepared to move quickly to adopt vending technology when the market is established.
10/17/2019
The convenience industry is ground zero for cannabis-infused product innovation
"Greenfield" refers to a virgin market yet to be commercially exploited. From a business perspective, it’s elusive and appealing because of how infrequently it occurs, as well as the potential for windfall results.
11/08/2020
Consumers crave immune-boosting foods and beverages
You may be surprised to learn that, until fairly recently, Coca-Cola was presented and sold to consumers as a functional food
12/13/2020
Cheers to non-alcoholic beer
Wherever your location and whatever the rules, alcohol-free beer is a fast-growing segment and an immediate gateway for all c-stores to get in the beer game.
08/09/2020
Insights and lessons from pandemic snacking trends
Increased home time, family time, leisure screen time, stress and near 24/7 access to our pantries, have all translated into a rise in snacking, as Canadian consumers reach for treats and comfort foods
03/17/2021
Plant-based goes mainstream
Foodservice success means adding alternative proteins on the menu.