Sourdough loaves

September 2026: Sourdough

2026-07-03T14:58:00+01:00

Sourdough continues to be an innovation hotspot for the nation’s retailers and bakery manufacturers with revamped ranges, improved recipes, and NPD rolled out

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September 2026: Bakery Manufacturing Report

2026-06-16T14:00:00+01:00

This exclusive feature will offer a closer look at the bakery manufacturers which keep the nation fed daily, where they’re investing, and the changes coming down the line

Doughnut and tape measure

August 2026: Health

2026-05-29T13:38:00+01:00

This feature explores how UK bakers are responding to changing consumer behaviour with the rapid rise of weight-loss drugs

Afternoon tea

August 2026: Afternoon tea

2026-05-15T11:56:00+01:00

To celebrate Afternoon Tea Week, we will be exploring the latest developments on the afternoon tea scene

Sandwich

July 2026: Food to go

2026-05-13T14:31:00+01:00

This feature will explore the evolution and take a closer look at what items are included now

Wenzel's the Bakers - White Biscoff Doughnut - 2100x1400

June 2026: Toppings & Fillings

2026-04-21T10:54:00+01:00

This feature will explore how the likes of Nutella and Biscoff have come to dominate bakery, the rules around using them, and what’s next

A key lime pie with thick biscuit crust

June 2026: Summer bakery

2026-04-21T10:52:00+01:00

As retailers begin unveiling their summer ranges, we dive into the flavours and formats expected to be big in bakery this summer

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May 2026: Free-from

2026-02-20T14:24:00+00:00

Gluten-free Colin the Caterpillar has entered the chat. What does this tell us about the market’s potential?

Doughnuts

May 2026: Doughnuts

2026-02-20T12:41:00+00:00

The nation’s love of doughnuts shows no sign of slowing down, but the market’s operators are having to shift their tactics to make the most of the available opportunities

Inside a bakery / coffee shop

April 2026: Bakery Market Report

2026-02-20T12:17:00+00:00

Wage increases, rising commodity prices, and increased competition are just some of the challenges facing operators in the out-of-home market

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Meal deal maths: premiumisation, health, and all-day grazing change the equation

2026-07-08T06:45:00+01:00By

Meal deals remains a cornerstone of food to go, but operators are reshaping the format with premium tiers, all-day options, and new occasion-led bundles to drive value and spend

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