This Week in Consumer News: 14 Stories You Need to See

A roundup of the week’s most newsworthy consumer and retail industry press releases from PR Newswire, including a new chicken dish at Chipotle and a birthday cruise for Chips Ahoy!

NEW YORK, March 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering the consumer and retail industries stay on top of the week’s most newsworthy and popular releases, here’s a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn’t be missed.

The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.

1. McCormick® Announces Redesign of Core Line of Herbs & Spices
   The brand’s new signature SnapTight lids will assure home cooks that their bottles are closed tight, locking in flavor and freshness between use.
2. eMeals Menu Features 19 Crimes Wines from Snoop Dogg & Martha Stewart Plus One of Snoop’s Own Recipes
   All recipes are simple, fun and one-click-shoppable from major retailers. Grocery lists are automatically generated based on the recipes selected by the consumer, enabling easy in-store shopping or seamless online grocery ordering.
3. Anthropologie Weddings Releases Results of First Comprehensive Bridal Survey, Produced by Vogue with Anthropologie
   The trend of multiple wedding dresses is still significant with nearly half of the respondents having two or more dresses for their wedding ceremony and reception. Of those dresses, both the mermaid and ballgown style silhouettes are preferred with A-line on the rise and sited as the most popular amongst our engaged bride-to-be survey group.
4. Wingstop Brings Tournament Moments to Life with Three New Flavors: Pure Mayhem, Crunch Time and Meltdown
   Serving as the perfect sampling opportunity, the brand also launched a new Full Court Meal with 12 classic wings, eight boneless wings, a large fry and two dips for only $20.99 on Wingstop.com and the app.
5. HSN Announces Exclusive Launch of C. Wonder by Christian Siriano
   Bridget Love, GMM & VP Fashion, Accessories, Jewelry & Beauty HSN, said, “For over 40 years, inclusivity has long been part of HSN’s DNA. Being the exclusive launch partner for C. Wonder by Christian Siriano is the newest chapter in our continued commitment to inclusive sizing for all women.”
6. Coors Light Introduces New Beer-Flavored Coors-icles to Bring the Chill When College Basketball Heats Up
   “Every point, slam dunk, assist and block puts you on the edge of your seat, but a taste of a Coors Light Coors-icle will bring you back to a moment of chill,” said Marcelo Pascoa Vice President of Marketing for the Coors Family of Brands.
7. Chipotle Adds Chicken al Pastor to Menus in the U.S., Canada, and Europe
   Chicken al Pastor is rolling out at Chipotle restaurants worldwide for a limited time, marking the first time the Company has launched a new menu innovation globally.
8. Zappos.com Releases Findings on the State of Shoeperstitions & Other Viral TikTok Trends The report includes an in-depth exploration into Millennials and Gen Z’s beliefs around manifestation, the viral Shoe Theory that warns couples to think twice before they buy their partners a pair of shoes, and the latest predictions on what will be Spring’s biggest fashion statements.
9. Red Lobster® Announces First-Ever Endless Lobster Event
   “We’re thrilled to reward guests for their love of lobster with our first-ever Endless Lobster event,” said Patty Trevino, Chief Marketing Officer at Red Lobster. “We know how much our guests love Endless Shrimp, so we figured why not offer Endless Lobster.”
10. H&M U.S. Launches “H&M Pre-Loved” Powered by thredUP
    Abigail Kammerzell, Head of Sustainability, H&M North America, said, “We need to take responsibility for the impact fashion has on climate and the environment. Circular business models can help us reduce and limit this negative impact, while continuing to deliver fashion and style for our customers.”
11. Pringles® Celebrates a Full Court of Sensational ‘Staches with New March Mustache Collection
    The collection honors each player’s unique and elite ‘staches including The Pringle, the horseshoe, the pencil and the caterpillar, and features our iconic fan favorite flavors including Pringles Original, Cheddar Cheese, BBQ and Sour Cream and Onion.
12. Vanessa Hudgens Relaunches KNOW Beauty with a Mineral-Rich Detoxifying Clay Mask
    Designed for those with oily or acne-prone skin yet gentle enough for all skin types, this purifying facial mask draws out impurities, tightens pores, and evens out skin tone without over drying.
13. Chips Ahoy!® Kicks off Epic Birthday by Hosting Fans with the Ultimate Celebration
    The birthday sail will take place on a Chips Ahoy! branded yacht where two winners and their friends can spend the day relaxing on cookie shaped water floaties, sipping espresso martini mocktails, and feasting on Chips Ahoy! ice cream sandwiches, while being entertained by a live DJ. 
14. Kellogg Company Unveils Names for Global Snacking and North American Cereal Businesses Following Planned Separation
    The global snacking, international cereal and noodles, plant-based foods, and North American frozen breakfast business will be named Kellanova. The North American cereal business will be named WK Kellogg Co.

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