All articles by Amy North – Page 11
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News
Inclusivity, training, and growth: key messages from the BSB 2023 autumn conference
Growing your business was the theme of the conference which saw speakers from across the supply chain discuss how they have achieved growth in recent years
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Interview
Booths buyers reveal inspiration behind new cake range
Tradition with a twist is a key trend playing out in the new sweet treats range, which includes a Sticky Toffee Slump Cake and Hazelnut Créme Stuffed Cookie
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Interview
Krispy Kreme UK MD Jamie Dunning on spreading joy, HFSS, and the competition
As Krispy Kreme UK celebrates its 20th anniversary, Jamie Dunning discusses the future of the doughnut market, bringing joy to the nation, and what he thinks of his competitors
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Interview
What do students and trainees want from the baking industry?
Lucas Fussnegger, president of the Alliance for Bakery Students and Trainees, speaks with British Baker about what the industry can do to attract talent, and reveals details of the ABST’s new event
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Product News
Puratos taps into blonde chocolate trend with new crème cake mix
Caramelised white chocolate has been gaining traction in recent years and Puratos said its new mix will help bakers tap into demand for it
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Product News
Unox unveils Bakertop-X combi ovens for bakeries
Designed to meet the needs of bakeries and pastry shops, the BakerTop-X comes with the voice activated ‘Hey Unox’ programme
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Feature
Top tips to help craft bakers tap into the buzz around Bake Off
The return of the famous tent to TV screens offers an opportunity for professional bakers to raise their profile and sales by utilising some simple tips and tricks
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News
Hovis reports loss as significant cost inflation bites
Sales margins at the 137-year-old bakery business have been hit by cost increases in ingredients and utilities, but it expects a return to strong profitability in FY23
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Product News
10 bakery treats launching for Halloween 2023
From bone-chilling brownies to devilish doughnuts, creepy cakes, and even wicked waffles, there is a host of sweet treats for all spooky occasions
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News
Guenther Bakeries’ Coventry site to exclusively supply McDonald’s
More than one million buns a day will be manufactured at the site and delivered to McDonald’s restaurants across the UK
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Product News
Booths unwraps festive bakery range for Christmas 2023
High-end supermarket chain Booths has kept things traditional for Christmas 2023 with mince pies, quiches, and a yule log among the new products unveiled
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News
Real Good Food cuts 100 jobs as part of radical reform
The cake decoration specialist, which owns Renshaw, is moving into a ‘better place’ despite reporting a £9m loss before tax
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Product News
London bakery takes trophy for best croissant in the UK
London-based bakeries triumphed at the inaugural awards with Chestnut Bakery taking the top spot
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Product News
Tesco expands own-label bakery range with 39 new products
Jam Trifle Buns, Banoffee Tarts, and Chocolate Chip & Caramel Scones are among the new bakery lines to roll out in Tesco this month
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News
Uttoxeter-based Elkes Biscuits to boost workforce by 50%
Revitalised Elkes Biscuits was saved from closure in early 2022 and is now set to add 250 employees to its workforce
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News
Finsbury Food Group recommends £143m takeover offer
Finsbury’s board is set to recommend the acquisition by Isle of Man-based asset management firm DBay Advisors
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News
Four charged with fraud over Patisserie Valerie collapse
Former chief financial officer Christopher Marsh is among the four facing fraud charges relating to the collapse of Patisserie Valerie owner Patisserie Holdings
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News
Dunkin’ plans to double UK estate in next two years
A flagship store in London’s Wardour Street, due to open later this month, is part of the doughnut and coffee specialist’s ‘aggressive extension plan’
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Product News
Warburtons adds toaster-friendly Soft Naans to range
Britain’s biggest bakery brand has invested £400m in innovation over the past decade, with Soft Naans the latest NPD to meet evolving consumer needs
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Product News
Costa unveils new menu for autumn 2023
There’s maple hazelnut sweet treats and hot drinks galore, plus new hog roast toasties and apple & blackberry loaf cake