Updated urban market concepts are on the rise, and GIANT Food Stores is coming for that piece of the retail pie. The grocer recently announced its new, two-level flagship store in downtown Philadelphia, furthering its commitment to innovation.
“Like the city of Philadelphia, GIANT continues to grow and innovate—becoming part of this new incredible Riverwalk project helps cement our commitment to Philadelphia,” stated Nicholas Bertram, President. “We’ve always been dedicated to bringing quality groceries to the people of our home state of Pennsylvania, but this new Philadelphia store—as well as our new GIANT Heirloom Markets throughout the city—represent the future of GIANT: fresh solutions for the way families live now."
The store is tailored to meet the needs of urban shoppers, and designed to reflect a calm and elegant shopping experience. Consumers will have opportunities to park onsite or order online groceries through its GIANT Direct, Powered by Peapod, grocery service. It is set to open by fall of 2020 and will create more than 200 new jobs for the city.
GIANT Food Stores has been active on the newswire recently, announcing multiple store openings, an acquisition, and the second unveiling of its Heirloom Market™. What will it get up to next? Deli Market News will report.
