'QUEL'S CORNER

Gas station food is no longer an afterthought. From Buc-ee's and Wawa to Sheetz and Casey's, convenience stores are transforming into destination dining experiences. As international visitors flock to the U.S. for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and social media shines a spotlight on iconic travel centers, foodservice, hospitality, and design are reshaping the future of convenience retail.

The snow has melted, flowers are blooming, chirping birds have reappeared and the familiar sound of the crack of the bat has returned – baseball season has begun! Baseball has been America’s pastime for roughly 170-180 years and eating during the games has been around for just as long. Traditional stadium food offerings in the early 1900’s consisted of hot dogs, Cracker Jacks and peanuts, items that were easy to hold and eat in the seats, and these choices remain popular toda