Whole Foods Market Inc. is introducing a new store concept, the Whole Foods Market Daily Shop, specifically designed for urban areas. The first location will open on Manhattan’s Upper East Side and cater to the fast-paced lifestyles of city dwellers with a variety of grab-and-go options such as meals, fresh produce, meat and seafood. Additionally, customers can find prepared foods, breads, alcohol and supplements at these smaller-format stores ranging from 7-14 thousand square feet.
This expansion will not replace their larger traditional stores that average around 40 thousand square feet but rather complement them. Christina Minardi , EVP for growth and development at Whole Foods Market emphasizes the company’s commitment to meeting urban needs while also fostering customer connections and promoting sustainability goals through this new concept.
With over 530 locations in operation across the US , UK ,and Canada along with plans for an additional 75 stores in development nationwide,the launch of this innovative store format marks another milestone in Whole Food Markets’ continued growth strategy.
