1100 MA-9, Windsor MA 01270
“I stopped for gas here. Inside I asked if they sold cell phone charging chords. They did not. The lady behind the Deli counter gave me hers stating she could spare it. Very nice person. Really appreciative.”
1895 MA-9, Windsor MA 01270
“I recently visited the Sangar General Store for the delicious food and warm atmosphere. The well-known samosas had a mild heat profile that perfectly balanced the traditional spices used, making it truly authentic. I highly recommend trying any other Indian dishes or beverages, especially the rice pudding which was not pictured but definitely should not be missed. There are additional household items available for purchase. Seating inside and a couple of chairs in front. The owner was also lovely and extremely helpful, making the overall experience even more enjoyable. I will definitely be returning to compare the tamarind and mint condiments.”
1173 MA-9, Windsor MA 01270
“Friendly Fred's lives up to its name, and as Stefon might say, this place has everything. Delicious sandwiches, high-quality wares from local artisans (at surprisingly low prices); beer & wine; a little cafe area; and - hold onto your hat - a mini thrift shop area. It's the Berkshires all in one roadside stop.”
The Iowa retailer, the third-largest convenience store operator in the country, built its new three-year plan around three priorities: store growth, food and beverage expansion, and kitchen technology upgrades. The company plans to add 120 stores during the current fiscal year. Its previous plan, launched in 2023, delivered more than 500 new stores and earned the company a spot in the S&P 500.
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Read the post7-Eleven is going big on food and "frictionless shopping." The convenience store giant plans to open 500 new "food-forward" locations across the U.S. from 2025 to 2027. The expansion builds on 7-Eleven's "Evolution" store concept, first launched in Dallas in 2019. These larger-format stores feature in-store restaurants, premium products like craft beer and cigars, and an emphasis on fresh, grab-and-go meals.
Read the postAmazon has quietly opened a new type of grocery store in downtown Chicago. Called Amazon Grocery, the 3,800-square-foot store is a testing ground for Amazon's latest experiment in brick-and-mortar retail. The first Amazon Grocery location shares a building with a Whole Foods Market, which Amazon purchased in 2017.
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