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Wenzel’s rolls out new focaccia pizzas, sandwiches, and football-themed treats

2026-06-10T12:50:00+01:00

Watford-based family-owned chain says the launches reflect its continued focus on product innovation, customer demand for convenient food-to-go options, and seasonal offerings

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William Reed UK managing director Lorraine Hendle to leave after 27 years

2026-06-10T08:52:00+01:00

Hendle has lead and shaped William Reed’s portfolio of brands including British Baker, The GrocerFood Manufacture, Morning Advertiser, Restaurant, and Retail Week

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FDF calls for pause on Nutrient Profiling Model to protect healthy NPD investments

2026-06-09T09:15:00+01:00

Upcoming changes to the government’s Nutrient Profiling Model are jeopardising the positive progress made from healthier product development, the Food and Drink Federation has warned

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US ingredients giant Ingredion acquires Tate & Lyle for £2.7bn

2026-06-08T14:09:00+01:00

London-listed company has finally accepted an offer from its American rival to create a global ingredients powerhouse with a combined turnover of around £7.4bn

Summer ranges

  • Loaded doughnuts, cookie cups, and deep-dish pizza: M&S unveils bakery range for summer 2026

  • Scotch egg sandwiches and coronation chicken galore: nostalgia reigns in Waitrose summer range

  • Summertime sweetness: new biscuits, cakes, traybakes and more unveiled

Reports

  • Bakery Market Report 2026

  • Bakery NPD Guide 2026

  • Top Bakery Trends 2026

  • Bakery Retail Guide 2025

Events

  • Britain’s Best Cake 2026 winner revealed

  • Britain’s Best Loaf 2026 winner revealed

  • Full list of Britain’s Best Cake 2026 medal winners revealed

  • Full list of Britain’s Best Loaf 2026 medal winners revealed

  • Magic sponges and top frostings: photo gallery from Britain’s Best Cake 2025

  • Caught bread-handed: best moments from Britain’s Best Loaf 2026

Webinar

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Webinar: How to bake on strength – enzyme solutions that keep dough in shape

2026-02-12T14:58:00+00:00Paid for by

If you want stronger dough and fewer headaches in real-world production, this session is for you.