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NewsRomesh Ranganathan becomes part-owner of Coughlans Bakery
The stand-up comedian, actor, and TV presenter becomes the first non-family member to join the board of the 87-year-old business, which has a chain of 31 shops across the southeast of England
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NewsTunnock’s quadruples profits despite input cost challenges
Scottish manufacturer behind well-known branded tea cakes and caramel wafers saw pre-tax profits hit £4.1m with turnover rising by 15% to £87.1m
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InterviewGinsters MD Stephanie Hildon: “Perception is not reality – this is fabulous food”
In her first interview, Stephanie Hildon talks about changing the perception of Ginsters, why policy may be the answer to healthier pasties, and supporting British farming
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NewsCreams Cafe pivots from sweet to savoury with new hot pockets range
Dessert parlour unveils for new crêpes filled with the likes of chicken or falafel to cater to customers ‘dragged into Creams by their sweet-seeking friends and family’
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NewsCrosstown names Papa John’s MD Jo Blundell as new CEO to drive growth
The sourdough doughnut specialist, recently acquired by Karali Snacks, appoints the former MD at Papa John’s International
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NewsEsquires Coffee tapping into WFH boom with suburbs growth strategy
Coffee chain continues to open new shops in out-of-town areas amid plans to quadruple its estate across the UK and Ireland within five years
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FeatureMeet the Northern Irish bakers stepping up to the international stage
Apple Blossom Bakery, Around Noon, Irwin’s, and Genesis Bakery are among the firms looking to grow their business further afield
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NewsSubway unveils new restaurant design set for 2025 global rollout
Vibrant décor elements, localised signage, elevated lighting, and warmer wood tones will help the sandwich chain add brand personality to stores
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Product NewsFieldfare unveils eight new frozen bakery lines for retail
Kent-based supplier adds eight new sweet and savoury products to its range of premium products sold out of freezers at convenience retailers, farm shops, and garden centres
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NewsCake Box posts double-digit profit growth for first half of FY25
Egg-free cake specialist posts 16.3% increase in pre-tax profit in its H1 results, with seven new stores added to its estate
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NewsKepak enters food-to-go market with Summit Foods acquisition
Rustlers owner has acquired the Preston-based food-to-go specialist Summit Foods as it looks to expand its reach in the convenience sector
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Product NewsAldi unwraps bakery range for Christmas 2024
Warming flavours, chocolate galore, and new twists on festive favourites are among the new products Aldi has rolled out for Christmas 2024
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NewsNew wraps rolled out by BFree and Deli Kitchen
Sturdy yet soft wraps for gluten free consumers has been launched at Tesco and Asda stores while wraps inspired by Everything bagel seasoning have hit Sainsbury’s shelves
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NewsBaking industry reacts to Autumn Budget 2024
Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ announcements have left one trade body “profoundly disappointed” while another welcomes the ”long-term approach to tax and regulation”
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NewsFlour Power Group, Macphie and Macpac name new hires
New hires have been named including a managing director for Patisserie Valerie and Bakers + Baristas operator and development chefs for Macphie
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NewsJnck kicks off crowdfunding drive to support Tesco launch
Push for investment at the healthier bakery brand follows nationwide Tesco rollout as part of the retailer’s accelerator programme
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NewsWhat does the Budget mean for Britain’s bakers?
The key announcements made by chancellor Rachel Reeves that will impact owners and operators of bakery businesses of all sizes
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NewsNero Group buys Nottingham based coffee brand 200 Degrees
200 Degrees joins Caffè Nero, Coffee#1, Harris+Hoole and Aroma in The Nero Group stable but will continue to operate as a standalone business
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NewsGood Guys Bakehouse extends Biscuit Melts line-up
Range expansion follows £550k investment and listing with Albert Heijn supermarket chain in the Netherlands
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NewsMarks & Spencer crowned Bakery Retailer of the Year 2024
M&S continues to prove itself as a leader in bakery retailing having previously taken home the trophy in this category in 2022