All articles by Amy North – Page 39
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Product NewsBridor partners with Pierre Hermé on premium pastry launch
The French bakery manufacturer has teamed up with the pastry chef to create a five-strong range of Viennese pastries with a focus on premium, natural ingredients
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Product NewsChristmas 2021: Tesco reveals festive bakery range
From a Speculoos Profiterole Gateau to a Party Rudolph Cake, crumble-topped mince pies and vegan Christmas puddings, we explore the retailer’s festive range
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NewsFinsbury revamps Thorntons cake bites and bars range
Hot cross bun and toffee apple-flavoured bites are among the seven new pieces of NPD being added to the range alongside new packaging and the tagline ‘Bitesize Moments Made Special’
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NewsFood-to-go to recover earlier than expected, says IGD
The channel is predicted to return to pre-Covid levels by the second half of 2022, but some sub-sectors are performing better than others
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NewsGreencore to trial plastic-free sandwich packaging
The business will run ‘test and learn’ trials with Sainsbury’s and Co-op for paper-based sandwich packaging. The news comes as Greencore posts its Q3 trading update
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FeatureBakers reveal their favourite piece of equipment
We speak to the industry’s flour-dusted stalwarts to find out what their go-to bit of kit is and why
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NewsFSA unveils hub to help businesses comply with Natasha’s Law
The Food Standards Agency has published practical guidance on allergen labelling for pre-packed for direct sale (PPDS) foods ahead of the law coming into force on 1 October 2021
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FeatureSummer bakery trends: what’s hot in 2021?
Fresh and fruity flavours, eye-catching colourful creations and nostalgic picnics with a twist are among the trends taking hold of bakery this summer
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NewsReal Bread Campaign reveals new ambassador line-up
Aidan Monks, Peter Cook and Charlotte Nemeth are among the campaign’s new ambassadors which were chosen for their passion, communications, and expertise
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FeatureWhat are the top doughnut trends for 2021?
We explore the trends playing out in the marketplace from dessert-inspired doughnuts to inclusive options, healthier treats and more
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NewsWarburtons profits jump 30% during 2020
Volume growth, strong cost management and lower exceptional costs are the reasons the UK’s largest bread brand saw operating profit before tax rise from £18.5m to £24.2m
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NewsSeasons Bakery secures win at Farm Shop & Deli Awards
The Ingleton-based bakery is one of nine regional winners and was praised for the passion and care displayed for its people and operations throughout the pandemic
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FeatureAlastair Macphie on what makes the family business tick
We take a look through the archives to see what made Scottish ingredients supplier Macphie the business it is today
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NewsBakkavor recruits for 1,500 staff across its UK factories
The sandwich, dessert and pizza manufacturer is recruiting for 680 roles across its Lincolnshire sites with others available in Kent, Somerset, Lancashire and Scotland among other regions
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NewsCooplands to open concessions in Tesco stores
The 136-year-old bakery business is to open sites in the retailer’s Hartlepool, Stockton-on-Tees and Lincoln stores and partner with Heron Foods on a frozen range of products
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NewsAround Noon invests £500k to quadruple bakery operation
The business, based in Northern Ireland, will use the money to acquire and equip a new production site adjacent to its existing facility in Newry
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NewsIrwin’s Bakery secures £3.5m deal for speciality bread
The Northern Irish plant baker has rolled out its new eight-strong range, called Irwin’s Together, in 600 Waitrose and Morrisons stores in Great Britain
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NewsBahlsen rejigs senior team as part of global strategy
Phil Bones has been promoted to commercial director UK while former UK MD Jonathan Duffin will take up the position of chief commercial officer growth markets
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NewsCash payments in bakeries fall during pandemic
A survey by the Craft Bakers Association revealed that 82% of bakers reported a decline in shoppers paying by cash throughout the pandemic
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FeatureDélifrance reveals bread trends for 2021 and beyond
A new report from Délifrance reveals how the nation’s bread buying habits have changed during the pandemic as well as potential areas of focus for bakers in the future