All British Baker articles in June 2025
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NewsKingsmill drops wholegrain nutritional claim for 50/50 loaves in marketing
Bread brand has removed a marketing claim that its 50/50 loaf contains ‘50% of your daily wholegrain in 2 slices’ following a complaint by the Real Bread Campaign to the ASA
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NewsAfternoon delight: new report reveals out-of-home sweet bakery opportunities
Appetite is rising for cookies, muffins, and doughnuts, especially as an afternoon treat, finds latest research published by Nestlé Professional
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NewsCoffee shops streamline menus to compete with food-to-go
However, the latest Menu Tracker Quarterly Download from Lumina Intelligence also highlights a steep increase in the average price of food items through this channel
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NewsCo-op switches mini bakery bites packaging to cut 18 tonnes of plastic
Described as a ‘first-to-market innovation’, the convenience retailer is switching from traditional plastic tubs to a bag-in-a-box format for its mini bite bakery range
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NewsMimi’s Bakehouse founder wins £100k at disabled entrepreneurs awards
Michelle Phillips, who lives with multiple sclerosis, will use the money to refurbish the business’ cafes and create products with a longer shelf life to help it access new revenue streams
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NewsDanish bakery Ole & Steen reaps rewards of refocused strategy
EBITDA rose by 25% to £4.9m while turnover also increase 5% as the firm invested in its production facility, extended its opening hours, and embraced seasonal NPD including a new range of open rye sandwiches
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Product NewsTesco unveils on-trend desserts, pizzas, and Italian breads for summer
Zesty citrus, rich chocolate, and pistachio are among flavours featuring in new seasonal desserts, while premium pizzas and breads take inspiration from Italian regions
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Product NewsDeli Kitchen introduces new naans, pinsa, buns, crumpets, and snack breads
Signature Flatbreads-owned retail is tapping into trends for world flavours and healthier baked goods with its six-strong line-up of ‘beyond core bread’ NPD
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Feature SynopsesSeptember 2025: Sourdough
Sourdough remains the darling of the baking industry, driving growth and interest for large and small players alike. Need proof? Just look at the success of Jason’s Sourdough. But the Geary’s brand isn’t the only one benefitting from consumer interest in sourdough.
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OpinionBakeries are rising to the net zero challenge, but more support is needed
Bakers making moves towards net zero are doing more than cutting emissions – they’re protecting margins, building resilience, and ensuring they remain relevant, although they will likely face a few hurdles along the way
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NewsUK food and drink manufacturers slashing sugar and salt, finds report
The Food and Drink Federation reports that sugar, salt, and calories in products made by its members have been reduced by around a third over the past decade
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InterviewMy bakery job: Sophie McGregor, co-founder, Griddle
“Don’t spend money on branding in the early stages: test your product, listen to your customer, and make sure your supply chain is watertight,” advises the 34-year-old co-founder of the frozen waffle brand
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Product NewsSummer of bakery love: brands unveil new seasonal sweet treats
Strawberries & cream macarons, raspberry & lychee pastries, and hot honey Jaffa Cakes are among the recent sweet bakery innovations launched
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NewsM&S Food adds two new toasting loaves to ‘Only… ingredients’ range
The new White Sliced Toasting Loaf boasts a clean label claim of just four ingredients, while the Sunflower Seed & Spelt Toasting Loaf is said to have been made with six ingredients
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Product NewsOggs launches first celebration cakes and new lines amid brand refresh
New Zesty Lemon Cakes, Mega Birthday Cupcakes, Afternoon Tea Cakes, and Rich, Velvety Chocolate Fudge Cake have been unveiled by the plant-based bakery brand
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NewsScottish project confirms bakery applications for new seaweed-based ingredient
Ingredients supplier Macphie, biotech firm BioMara, and Abertay University have successfully used Seafibrex to boost the nutrition profile of baked goods like breads and muffins
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NewsInnovation pays off for Warburtons as sales and profit keep rising in FY24
Bolton-based bread giant posts a 4.2% increase in turnover to £741.1m with pre-tax profit up by 7% to hit £31.8m in its latest financial year to 28 September 2024
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NewsNational Food & Drink Training launches new Level 3 bakery qualification
Training arm of Scottish Bakers has created a diploma for individuals looking to advance their technical expertise as well as leadership and management skills
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FeatureRising cocoa prices sees chocolate’s dominance in bakery challenged
Bakery manufacturers are increasingly turning to cocoa alternatives and replacements, as well as expanding ranges with other fillings, in a bid to keep costs in check
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Product NewsFinsbury Food Group teams up with Nadiya Hussain on new branded cake range
Five-strong range of sweet bakery treats heralds the start of the partnership between the manufacturer and the 2015 Great British Bake Off winner
