The British Baker team wish our readers a happy and prosperous Christmas - and hope the new year gets off to a great start for you all.

We have had a fantastic 12 months bringing you news and insights from one of the most vibrant food and drink industries, and will be in the office from 2 January to start reporting on the world of bakery again.

We have had a fantastic 12 months bringing you news and insights from one of Britain’s most vibrant and fascinating industries, and will be back in the office from 2 January to start reporting on the world of bakery again.

While we are away, the website is packed full of seasonal features to help keep you entertained when you’ve had your fill of turkey and treats. These include:

A four-part round-up of the biggest stories of 2019

Our top ten picks of retail bakery NPD

Five trends set to shape bakery in 2020

Five trends set to shape foodservice in 2020

In the meantime, have a great festive period!

  • Vince Bamford, Editor
  • Amy North, Deputy editor
  • Sheen Adesilu, Reporter
  • Ellie Woollven, Chief Sub Editor
  • Elizabeth Ellis, Senior Secretary
  • Matthew Bingham, Sales Manager
  • Sara Beswick, Senior Sales Executive
  • Jo Brown, Senior Classified & Recruitment Sales Executive
  • Sonia Young, Publisher & Events Director, Retail & Manufacturing