Core Insights - Hema Fresh opened its first store in Zibo, Shandong, attracting long queues before opening, highlighting strong local demand for its products [1][3] - The CEO of Hema announced plans to open nearly 100 new stores within the fiscal year, expanding into over 50 new cities, aiming to exceed 500 total stores [3] - The Zibo store covers 4,000 square meters and offers a wide range of products, including fresh produce, baked goods, organic vegetables, seasonal fruits, and flowers [3] Group 1 - Zibo is a key economic hub in Shandong, enhancing its consumer capacity due to the popularity of local attractions like "Zibo Barbecue" and the presence of international commercial complexes [3] - The store's opening coincided with summer vacation, attracting families and increasing foot traffic, with local consumers showing a preference for imported fruits and seafood [5][7] - Hema has established a robust supply chain network with 8 supply chain centers, over 300 direct sourcing bases, and 8 logistics hubs, ensuring timely delivery of products from various regions [5] Group 2 - Local products, such as "live shiitake mushrooms," were featured at the opening, showcasing Hema's commitment to sourcing quality agricultural products from Zibo [5][9] - The store introduced popular items like a 9.9 yuan/500ml green bean-flavored wheat beer and a 19.9 yuan/liter hazy IPA, appealing to younger consumers [7] - Hema aims to enhance the shopping experience for Zibo customers by providing a diverse selection of global products and improving service convenience [9]

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Core Viewpoint - The event marks the launch of a series of collaborative activities aimed at the integrated development of the catering industry in the Yangtze River Delta, focusing on resource integration and high-quality development pathways [1] Group 1: Local Industry Development - Lianyungang, as a key coastal city, has developed a unique seafood-centric dining culture, leveraging its rich marine resources [3] - The local dining industry faces challenges such as insufficient supply chain integration and the need to enhance brand value, necessitating collaboration within the Yangtze River Delta [3] Group 2: Strategic Initiatives - The Jiangnan Culinary Innovation Center aims to address challenges like homogenized competition and the preservation of traditional skills by integrating regional resources and promoting high-quality development in the food industry [5] - The center will serve as a comprehensive platform for technology research, talent training, and cultural exchange, emphasizing regional collaboration and shared growth [5] Group 3: Food Expo Planning - The second Food Expo, themed "Boosting Consumption, Sharing Culinary Life," will feature various activities to facilitate industry empowerment, sales connections, and cultural exchanges [8] - The expo aims to connect Lianyungang's unique food products with buyers in the Yangtze River Delta, helping local businesses expand their market reach [8] Group 4: Collaborative Outcomes - Significant cooperation agreements were reached, including Lianyungang associations participating in the Jiangnan Culinary Innovation Center and local restaurants showcasing their specialties at the Food Expo [10] - Local chefs will be recommended for participation in culinary competitions and innovation exchange events, enhancing the region's culinary profile [10] Group 5: Future Directions - The event serves as a starting point for deeper exchanges and resource alignment, with plans for continued visits to key cities in the region to promote industry collaboration [12] - The initiative aims to create a "Yangtze River Delta model" for high-quality development in the national catering industry [12]