All Foodservice articles
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NewsDemand for snack ingredients grows as Brits shun traditional meals
The trend has real implications for how bakers should think about format, portion size, and flavour, said ingredients supplier Macphie
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NewsMcDonald’s bun supplier CH Guenther opens innovation centre in Coventry
The 1,850 sq ft Centre of Excellence in Coventry has been designed to help customers tap emerging market trends
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NewsSee inside Pettigrew Bakeries’ new headquarters and café
The site has been designed from scratch around the needs of the bakery team, with new ovens, mixers and temperature-controlled spaces
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NewsNew leadership at Pret, Papa Johns, FitBakes, and more
Technology specialists, a production manager, and an international president are among the latest appointments in the baking industry and supporting sectors
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NewsQuince Bakery prepares for third Pie Party as new cafe opening confirmed
The third annual August bank holiday event will see customers offered a range of bespoke pies created by independent bakers from across the capital
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NewsBranded bakery-led formats drive growth in out of home market
From Greggs to Gail’s, bakery brands are cementing their position as the food-to-go market’s growth engines, with new figures pointing to another strong year for the sector
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NewsASA upholds complaint on Yo! Sushi’s ad for KitKat cream puffs
The restaurant chain’s paid-for Instagram ad seen on 28 April 2026 promoted a limited-edition chocolate cream puff with KitKat finger made in collaboration with Nestlé UK for the Easter period
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NewsFoodservice operators urged to respond to zero hours consultation
Businesses including bakery cafes have until 25 August to make their voices heard on proposed changes to Employment Rights Act regarding zero hours contracts and shifts
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Product NewsInto the mix: bakery ingredients suppliers unveil latest innovations
A dough relaxer, trending flavour, nutrient-rich gels and mixes, and a kaleidoscope of crumbs and icing sugars have been unveiled for UK bakers
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FeatureGLP-1s, Gen Z, and drama: afternoon tea trends for 2026 and beyond
From grandmacore-inspired nostalgia to immersive themed experiences, and those that cater to mindful eating, afternoon tea is evolving to attract a new generation of consumers
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NewsBakers + Baristas signs five-year partnership with Miko Coffee
Agreement sees the Belgian coffee brand deliver a fully integrated beverage solution across the bakery and coffee chain’s estate of 62 locations throughout the UK and Ireland
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NewsOpening Doors #25: new locations launched by craft bakery brands
From a timber-framed structure to an elegant kiosk hosting theatre-led treat creations, craft brands have developed new spaces to sell their baked goods
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NewsHambleton Bakery operator secures refinancing package
Hart Hambleton group said funding will maintain operations while opening up opportunities for future growth
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NewsHow Greggs is helping the Met crack down on retail crime
The chain is submitting CCTV footage, witness statements and other evidence directly to police to enable them to build cases more quickly
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NewsCost pressures prompt diners to choose coffee shops over restaurants
CACI analysis finds spending in cafés and coffee shops grew 5% year-on-year as restaurants fell by 3%
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NewsBakery chain Merrie England closes after 60 years
Seven sites closed after soaring costs and drop in footfall claim West Yorkshire business
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NewsHaywood & Padgett turnover up but margins take dip
Scone specialist makes significant investment into expansion of foodservice sector sales and export market
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InterviewMy Bakery Job: Jennifer MacPherson, learning & development manager, Birds Bakery
MacPherson has lead the implementation of a new learning management system for over 1,000 employees at the growing Midlands bakery chain
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NewsSysco GB becomes first wholesale supplier to join Zero Carbon Forum
The not-for-profit organisation’s collaborative model helping businesses reach net zero is being extended from the hospitality and brewing sectors and into the food and drink supply chain
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NewsGreggs remains ‘go to’ destination for food to go as profits soar in H1 2026
The bakery chain’s value proposition continued to resonate with customers as it again outperformed the wider out-of-home market in the first half of 2026