Publix Stories

It’s been 90 years since Mr. George opened the first Publix Food Store in Winter Haven, Florida, on Sept. 6, 1930. Since the very start, we’ve been passionately focused on taking care of people: our associates, our customers and our communities. From introducing our deli and bakery departments to filling the first prescription at our ... (Read the full story)

We’ve got a cool new vibe. In this episode we visit GreenWise Market, a new store format from Publix focused on natural, organic, and specialty items.

It’s an ice cream dream! Would you believe it’s someone’s job to create and test ice cream? In this episode we’ll talk to our research and development manager about Publix ice cream and how we decide on our unique flavors. We’ll also visit a Publix store and let customers taste a few of our delicious ... (Read the full story)

‘Tis the season for everyone’s favorite, Publix holiday ads.  In this episode we’ll take a trip down memory lane and discuss our library of past holiday ads.  We’ll discuss how we create the ads and give a preview of our new 2019 Christmas ad.

As a food retailer, the single biggest opportunity we have to impact the communities we serve is to help alleviate hunger. This is why Publix is committing to an additional $2 billion in food donations over the next 10 years. In this episode we’ll discuss our food donation program and talk to one of the ... (Read the full story)

They’re world famous and have their own clothing line! In this episode hear how we create the recipes for everyone’s favorite, Pub Subs. We also visit a Publix and talk to associates who are sub experts.

Our trucks aren’t just painted green.  In this episode we’ll discuss the efforts underway to make our distribution network more efficient and sustainable.

Publix wants to help you eat better.  In this episode our corporate dieticians provide great information on making better choices and the benefits of family meals.

Many of us want to eat better and seafood can be a great option.  In this episode we’ll learn more about seafood and the efforts Publix is taking to improve seafood sustainability.

The average Publix has over 50,000 items.  In this episode hear how we select the items that go on our shelves.  We’ll also talk about how we find local and specialty items.