All Feature articles – Page 3
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Have ingredient suppliers cracked the egg supply problem?
Bakery has been hit hard by the ongoing egg supply problems, but suppliers are offering up reduction and replacement options to combat it
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Pies and pastries: Where British tradition meets global cuisine
As international flavour and meat-free dining transform the pies and pastries category, what does this mean for classic fillings?
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What can bakers do to beat high butter prices?
Increasing the cost of finished goods, reducing product size and switching to dairy-free alternatives are among the tactics employed to combat steep butter prices
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Easter 2023: What’s hot in bakery?
There are unusual hot cross bun flavours, Christmas classics reimagined for spring and a whole lot of chocolate
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What does the out of home breakfast market look like in 2023?
Is out of home breakfast back in full swing after the pandemic and what do consumers want from it?
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10 things you (probably) didn’t know about the Cornish Pasty
In celebration of Cornish Pasty Week, we take a look at some of the things that make the Cornish dish so special
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How to recruit and retain talented bakery staff
Two bakeries reveal how they’re tackling the challenge of recruitment in the baking industry
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Top tips to help you become a marketing marvel
Find out how to make the most of marketing opportunities, social media and awards from our panel of bakery experts
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How regenerative farming can help boost bakery sustainability
Bakers and millers are showing a growing appetite for grains grown using regenerative farming methods that improve soil health
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Sustainability: what are the baking industry priorities in 2023?
With cost pressures at unprecedented levels, are sustainability concerns still a focus of bakery businesses?
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Key dates and events for the baking industry in 2023
The baking industry has a busy year ahead with a host of events, conferences, and awards to inspire and inform
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Magic beans: how bakeries can boost sales with coffee
With high margins and the chance to drive extra footfall, hot drinks offer great opportunities for bakers to increase their profits
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Will these flavours come out on top in bakery in 2023?
Passionfruit martinis, miso caramel and mangosteen are among the flavours which embrace the key trends consumers will be looking for this year
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Eight things you need to know about the vegan bakery market
We explore the most in-demand vegan bakery items as well as technical challenges and the impact a rising cost-of-living could have on the market
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Bakery leaders outline challenges and opportunities for 2023
Inflation and labour shortages continue to challenge the baking industry but there are opportunities up for grabs
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Top mince pie trends for Christmas 2022
From boozy fillings to premium pastry, suppliers are offering plenty of festive innovation this year
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Is the Christmas pudding falling out of fashion?
With supermarket sales crumbling, are the days of the festive pudding numbered?
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Top Bakery Trends 2023 revealed
From tradition with a twist to affordable indulgence, health and sustainability, we dive into the bakery trends likely to come out on top in 2023
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Why chocolate, vanilla and caramel never go out of fashion in bakery
How are bakers and ingredients suppliers ensuring the trio of classic flavours remains exciting and relevant?
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How bakers are growing the gluten-free menu
With consumer interest in gut health and the microbiome expanding, the improved gluten-free sector is well-placed to cash in on more than a coeliac customer base