Nugget Market stores might make two to three dozen selections — such as pastas, quinoa and composed green salads — that the deli can rotate into the grain bars.
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Strong sales
Combined, sales at the grain bars, salad bars and hot bars can total 50% or more of deli sales at Nugget.
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Yogurt bars
Nugget has been testing a Greek yogurt bar where customers can choose from six yogurt flavors and toppings like berries and granola.
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Winging it
Skogen’s Festival Foods tried a hot wing bar before switching to a heat and serve concept.
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Mediterranean tastes
Kings Food Markets created its mezze bar because many customers asked about items related to the Mediterranean diet.
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Mix and match
Kings’ customers can build a pita or flatbread sandwich with a protein, such as falafel or yogurt-marinated chicken, then add prepared salads or greens and sauces.
