All articles by Dan Riley – Page 5
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Ginsters launches new Pockets range of on-the-go snacks
Samworth Brothers-owned brand has unveiled pocket-sized pastries in five ‘street food-inspired’ flavours to tap into growing demand for handheld snacks
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Chocs away: Tunnock’s tea cakes deemed fit to fly 60 years after ban
An experiment conducted has debunked the belief that the Scottish sweet treats explode when undergoing decompression during flights
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Gail’s launches project to support sustainable British farming
Bakery chain is partnering with regenerative farmers across the UK including Bruern Farms in the Cotswolds, which will supply wheat for a new limited edition sourdough
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Cornish Bakehouse eyes ‘unfamiliar territories’ for national expansion
A new shop with indoor seating in Brighton is part of plans to open between four and five new shops per year including moving into regions further north
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Bakers unveil savoury innnovations including pizzas, pastries, quiches and more
Bigger dough balls, veggie pizza and pastries, and springtime quiches are among the calls answered in the latest batch of bakery launches
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Bridor heralds ‘The Croissant Revolution’ in UK consumer research report
Frozen bakery supplier identifies four different groups of croissant consumers in the UK including traditionalists, toppers, savoury seekers, and indulgers
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Ocado to rename sourdough loaf from wholemeal to brown
The online retailer has conceded to a challenge from the Real Bread Campaign that its sourdough loaves contain other flour ingredients than just wholemeal
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Bakkavor accepts £1.2bn cash and shares acquisition offer from Greencore
After two previous rebuttals, the merger deal is back on between the two food-to-go giants who look set to create a group with £4bn in combined revenue
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Wrap battle: why bakeries should think inside and outside the box
Unpack the latest progress in bakery packaging, from cuts to plastic and other excess materials, technology investments and upcoming taxes on waste
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Bakers Basco ramps up equipment recovery in Northern Ireland
The membership scheme, which manages a vast pool of bakery delivery equipment, has rescued 2,000 Omega baskets and dollies from misuse in the region
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Opening Doors #15: new shops launched by craft bakeries
An underground station, a converted shipping container, and a law firm office are just some of the locations where craft bakery businesses have set up new retail outlets
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Cybake unveils new traceability module for bakery management software
Developed through customer demand for a user-friendly, affordable, and comprehensive traceability solution, the new module enables fast product recalls and audits
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Embargo secures £350k grant to enhance foodservice app with AI
Hospitality tech provider has been awarded government funding to develop an AI-driven CRM and loyalty platform for SMEs including bakeries
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St. Ewe becomes first egg packer in Europe to gain B Corp accreditation
Cornwall-based, family-run firm has been awarded the sustainability credential following a period of massive growth which saw it more than double turnover
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FDF looks to grow confidence among food and drink manufacturers
A new report looks to set out industry reforms and calls on the government to remove roadblocks to growth at a time when business confidence has plummeted
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Guide published to help suppliers align with retailers’ net zero targets
The Scotland Food & Drink Partnership’s Net Zero Commitment has published a free-to-view guide outlining the sustainability goals of UK retailers and foodservice firms
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Dessert developments: bakers launch new pastries, doughnuts, cakes, and more
On-trend pistachio croissants, makeup-themed doughnuts, and Biscoff sauce drizzled pretzel bites are among the latest sweet innovations unveiled by bakery brands
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Dougie’s Goodies acquires fellow Northern Irish firm Kirks Home Bakery
Ballymena-based sweet treat specialist has taken over fellow Northern Irish firm Kirks whilst creating 20 new jobs to help expand the business across the region
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Wildfarmed and Griddle among 14 brands joining Tesco Accelerator Programme
Regenerative food and farming company and HFSS-compliant frozen waffle brand are among 14 health and sustainability-focussed firms selected for the third edition of the retailer’s growth scheme
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Delice de France launches ‘margin-boosting’ hot drinks concept
Bakery supplier unveils a monthly rental concept called Café Delice to help foodservice operators offer coffee, tea, and hot chocolate