Irish Convenience Store Has a New Food-Centric Retail Concept
Rebecca Byers — January 27, 2016 — Lifestyle
References: retaildesignblog.net
Centra is an Irish convenience retailer boasting a dynamic new store concept centered on empowering consumers with healthy food options in a quick and easy setting. The vibrant new store opened in Limerick in November 2015 and boasts a number of unique in-store features such as digital menus and branded food experiences.
The new Centra concept includes a number of ready-made meal stations, including bakery and wings and ribs, and grocery areas. Based on the success of the new shop in Limerick, Centra will consider rolling out the store's cutting edge features to other countrywide. The kitchen space, called 'The Good Kitchen,' includes a deli counter, barista, a seating area and a selection grab and go packaged foods.
The new Centra concept includes a number of ready-made meal stations, including bakery and wings and ribs, and grocery areas. Based on the success of the new shop in Limerick, Centra will consider rolling out the store's cutting edge features to other countrywide. The kitchen space, called 'The Good Kitchen,' includes a deli counter, barista, a seating area and a selection grab and go packaged foods.
Trend Themes
1. Gourmet Convenience Retailers - Convenience stores are developing a food-centric retail concept empowered by technology.
2. Ready-made Meal Stations - Creation of ready-made meal stations for
3. Healthy Food Options - Offering healthy food options with grab and go packaged foods.
Industry Implications
1. Food Retail Industry - The food retail industry is leveraging technology to offer healthier food options in convenience stores.
2. Quick-service Restaurants - Quick-service restaurants can adopt the concept of ready-made meal stations to offer a healthier and more efficient service.
3. Digital Menu Platforms - Digital menu platforms can be used for other industries to simplify ordering and enhance the customer experience.
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