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parts of the store, or offer accompaniments like celery, carrots and
sauces," he said.
Ahold USA currently doesn't cross-promote its wings, but that could
change, Boyle said.
"The divisions are exploring options," he said.
With wings, variety is often the spice of life, and it's no different at
Whole Foods. Classic Buffalo, Sweet Thai Chili, Korean Gochujang and
Barbeque are among the varieties available - it all depends on what
part of the country the store's in, Sasser said.
"Each of our stores caters to the tastes of the neighborhood and
community in which they operate," he said. "That means that the
dishes on our hot bars, or the restaurant venues in our stores, are
created with those customers in mind."
product moist and at proper temperatures."
Hillphoenix's Proctor said international flavors are on trend in 2017,
and chicken wings are no exception.
"Chefs continue to experiment and are drawing from the international
influences to create bold new flavors that keep this popular item in
shoppers' baskets," she said.
One important thing to keep in mind if you're a retailer thinking of
adding chicken wings to your prepared foods roster, Proctor said, is
that they require a little TLC. For example, wings need to be rotated and
flipped so they don't dry out.

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In addition, wings must be cooked until they're at least 165 degrees on
the inside, then immediately merchandised in cases where they their
temperature must stay at a minimum of 140 degrees, Proctor said.
Retail giant Albertsons also has embraced the ready-to-eat wing trend.
Crispy Zesty, Honey BBQ, Crispy Buffalo, Salt and Vinegar Glazed,
Buttery Buffalo Boneless, Sweet BBQ Boneless and Orange Glazed
Boneless are among the options the chain offers in its hot self-serve
displays, according to the company's website.
The majority of Albertsons stores have hot wing bars, according to
the site. For large party orders, Albertsons recommends consumers
contact their local store 72 hours in advance.

Mexican foods 22%
Asian dishes 17%
Pasta 16%
Fish/shrimp 16%
Pizza by the slice 16%
Breakfast entrees 14%
Mediterranean foods 13%
Chicken wings 12%
Beef/steak 11%
Baked Goods 11%
SOURCE: TECHNOMIC INC.

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editor’s note - RETAIL FOODSERVICE Something different
CONTENTS
spotlight - BY THE NUMBERS Sweet goods
product knowledge - CATEGORY UPDATE Chicken wings
merchandising - ON DISPLAY Allergen-free baked goods
equipment & packaging - LATEST INNOVATION Deli take-out packaging
specialty insights - CONSIDER Deli Crackers
Commissary Insider
news - NEED TO KNOW
cover story - Next-level foodservice
cover story - Perform like a Restaurant
product trends - FIRST TO MARKET
product showcase
AD INDEX
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instore - June 2017 - spotlight - BY THE NUMBERS Sweet goods
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instore - June 2017 - product knowledge - CATEGORY UPDATE Chicken wings
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instore - June 2017 - merchandising - ON DISPLAY Allergen-free baked goods
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instore - June 2017 - equipment & packaging - LATEST INNOVATION Deli take-out packaging
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instore - June 2017 - specialty insights - CONSIDER Deli Crackers
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