A viral video of poorly decorated cakes for Juneteenth, a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the US, sparked backlash against Kroger, a popular grocery store chain. The video showed cookie cakes with minimal decoration and sloppy piping, featuring phrases like “Free @ Last” or “June 19 FREE.”
Kroger responded to the criticism by stating that the cakes were inconsistent with their provided guidance and not of the quality they expect from their stores. They have since removed the offending products and addressed the issue with store teams and the customer who posted the video.
Some users found humor in the situation, while others expressed disappointment and frustration. The incident has raised questions about the level of effort put into decorating Juneteenth cakes and whether it is tone-deaf for a company to prioritize profits over cultural sensitivity.
Source: https://www.newsweek.com/kroger-juneteenth-cakes-bakery-georgia-video-2088146