All Foodservice articles – Page 9
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NewsPret sales jump 10% in first half of 2024 as £250m of new capital raised
Continued international expansion and improved same-store sales are behind latest double-digit growth posted by the food-to-go retailer
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NewsBirds Bakery unveils new lunch range and extended opening hours
Two thirds of the family-run bakery’s stores will now be open on Sundays as it looks to provide greater convenience for customers
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NewsSourdough Sophia raises £500k via crowdfunding to power expansion
London-based craft bakery business looks to extend its retail estate up to five shops, all supplied by its new central production unit in Islington
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NewsPrima Bakeries Group acquires biscuit maker Furniss of Cornwall
Bakery manufacturer adds the brand to its Cornish portfolio with all staff joining its Employee Owned Trust and investments in its Redruth production site forthcoming
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NewsCornish Bakery confirms four new shops as part of 2024 estate expansion
New Nottingham outlet sees the independent bakery chain hit the 65-site mark with openings in Taunton, Winchester, Chelmsford, and Milton Keynes set for later this year
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FeatureSourdough surge: why the speciality loaves are winning over shoppers
Bakers are finding sourdough success thanks to growing demand from increasingly knowledgeable, health-conscious consumers
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NewsSeparate food waste collections for businesses to be enforced from 2025
Businesses which have more than 10 employees, must arrange for a separate food waste collection under a new law set to come in on 31 March 2025
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NewsPret, Costa, and Ole & Steen unveil bakery NPD in autumn 2024 menus
Cardamom buns, hot breakfast ciabattas, and maple treats are among the new seasonal products coming to high streets
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NewsThe Modern Boulangerie calls time on ‘dream’ bakery shop in Ramsgate
Viennoiserie specialist couldn’t cope with the “perfect storm” of rising labour and ingredients costs as well as a drop in footfall due to poor weather conditions
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NewsSignature Flatbreads announces £150m investment plan and 500 new jobs
Dunstable-based manufacturer, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary next month, will use the investment to expand its product range and keep its offering relevant
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NewsHow bakers can tap into the UK’s growing food-to-go market
A new report from the AHDB highlights premium meal deals, trending flavours, and healthier options as key strategies to consider for food-to-go ranges
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NewsFood-to-go supplier Simply Lunch opens innovation centre in Croydon
The centre features a fully equipped kitchen and mock retail environment to help the food-to-go supplier keep up with evolving consumer needs
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NewsOpening Doors #11: craft bakery brands launch new sites
A magnificent seven businesses are introducing new outlets across England including some established brands expanding their estates and others making a first leap into retail
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Product NewsNew gateaux and cheesecakes for foodservice unveiled by Regal-owned brands
The Cake Emporium rolls out an 18-strong range of gateaux at Bestway Wholesale while Just Desserts Yorkshire introduces four new flavours of its single-serve cheesecakes
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NewsWarburtons and Morrisons include toppings in latest café crumpet giveaway
The bread giant and retailer partner once again on the ‘Ask for Ellen’ initiative, this time offering a choice of five toppings with free toasted crumpets over the summer
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Product NewsBakery brands roll out new doughnuts, biscuits, and oat bars
From doughnuts for theme parks and weddings to biscuits for evening indulgences, a host of innovations has been unveiled by sweet bakery specialists
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NewsGreencore upgrades full-year outlook after ‘excellent’ quarter
Adjusted operating profit for the full financial year is expected to reach £88-90m, ahead of previous expectations, following progress in Q3
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NewsWhat does the baking industry want from the new government?
Training, planning and energy are among the areas set to be transformed by Keir Starmer’s government
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NewsInvestment pays off for Birds Bakery as revenue rises 15.1%
Food-to-go and coffee were high on the agenda for 2023 helping to boost revenue but profits were dampened by rising costs
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NewsPizza Hut launches new Handcrafted range at UK restaurants
Restaurant chain unveils three new recipes as part of its major brand reset for the summer season, with all staff trained in hand stretching pizza bases