Heather Lalley

2 weeks ago | supermarketnews.com | Heather Lalley |Timothy Inklebarger

There’s a new exhibit area at the National Restaurant Association this year, one that reflects the changing way consumers are drinking intoxicating beverages. Welcome to the Hemp Beverage Pavillion, where a half-dozen or so exhibitors were pouring samples of sodas, seltzers, canned cocktails and more during the Show’s first day, all spiked with varying milligrams per can of THC.

2 weeks ago | supermarketnews.com | Heather Lalley

Sam’s Club is getting into the pizza delivery business, the Walmart-owned warehouse retailer announced Thursday. By the end of May, members of all Sam’s Club locations can order a Member’s Mark 16’’ Hot Baked Pizza for $8.98 for express delivery, plus delivery fees. But the pies won’t beat Domino’s Pizza to your doorstep just yet: Sam’s Club express delivery is guaranteed in “as little as three hours,” the retailer said.

2 weeks ago | restaurantbusinessonline.com | Heather Lalley

FacebookTwitterLinkedInWarehouse retailer Sam's Club is getting into the pizza delivery business. | Photo courtesy: Sam's ClubSam’s Club is getting into the pizza delivery business, the Walmart-owned warehouse retailer announced Thursday. By the end of May, members of all Sam’s Club locations can order a Member’s Mark 16’’ Hot Baked Pizza for $8.98 for express delivery, plus delivery fees.

2 weeks ago | restaurantbusinessonline.com | Heather Lalley

FacebookTwitterLinkedInThe National Restaurant Association Show wrapped up Tuesday. | Photo: Heather Lalley. The National Restaurant Association Show kicked off over the weekend in Chicago, with industry uncertainty, immigration, AI and more among the hot topics. Krispy Kreme shareholders are suing the doughnut chain over the delay in the McDonald’s partnership expansion.

2 weeks ago | restaurantbusinessonline.com | Heather Lalley

FacebookTwitterLinkedInMcDonald's said it is shutting down its CosMc's beverage concept. | Photo courtesy: McDonald'sWelcome to Restaurant Business’ Week in Review for the week of May 26, 2025. McDonald’s is shutting down its beverage-focused CosMc’s concept. Though it plans to test drinks inspired by the short-lived chain in hundreds of its restaurants. The National Restaurant Association is hailing President Trump’s massive spending bill as a positive for restaurant operators.