Rouses Market

Founded in 1859, A&P is chain of stores that operates full-service supermarkets in the Long Island, N.Y. area. The company maintains grocery, produce, floral, deli, meat, seafood, bakery and bookkeeping departments. It distributes private-label product lines under trade names, such as America's Choice, Master Choice and Health Pride. In addition, it features chocolates, general merchandise, health and beauty, detergent and pet care products through A&P Fresh stores. The members of its A&P Bonus Savings Club get discounts on regional events throughout the year, a chance to participate in contests and special programs, cash privileges and cash back with purchase of the baby products. The company s Web site offers an entertaining guide that features a catering menu created by its own team of executive chefs. It also has a consumer center that offers seasonal solutions, tips on healthy living, recipe ideas, and articles on food safety, diet and nutrition and common women s health issues. A&P is a part of The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, which operates more than 330 stores in over 15 states under banners, such as Waldbaum's, The Food Emporium, Super Foodmart, Super Fresh, Sav-A-Center and Food Basics. A&P is headquartered in Montvale, N.J.