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NewsBlack Sheep looks to reignite bloomer category with branding refresh
David Wood Baking’s brand unveils a new look for its four-strong range of sliced bloomers aimed at attracting new shoppers to the category
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Product NewsSweet bakery NPD: viral trends and seasonal flavours shape latest launches
From twists on tiramisu and viral dot cakes to seasonal flavours of mint choc and spiced apple, bakery brands have rolled out new sweet innovations to tempt shoppers
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NewsGail’s MD and operations director depart as new senior hires named
Nick Ayerst and Edyta Stec have left their MD and director of operations positions, respectively, at Gail’s whilst a new COO, property director, and head of acquisitions have been confirmed
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Product NewsHovis taps into clean-label demand with new three-ingredient sourdough range
As Hovis’ first NPD since it was acquired by Allied Bakeries last July, the range includes white and seeded variants with a base bread recipe containing just wheat flour, water, and sea salt
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Product NewsCauliflower Cheese Wellington and Snowflake Cheesecake: Aldi’s Christmas 2026 bakery line-up
The retailer is looking to make festive hostings “effortless and memorable” with its raft of new bakery items for Christmas 2026
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InterviewMy Bakery Job: Andrea Cillo, operations manager & baker, Carmine Italian Bakery
Despite giving up on his dreams of becoming a pro footballer, 22-year-old Cillo thinks joining his father’s bakery business in Liverpool was one of the best decisions of his life
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NewsTikTok on the clock: how social media is shaping bakery recruitment
Craft bakeries have leveraged their TikTok and Instagram followings to attract job applications, while one brand is looking to expand its team of TikTok Shop presenters
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FeatureSeason’s eatings: bakery and coffee chains reveal Christmas NPD
A round-up of new festive treats from Caffè Nero, Costa, Creams, Gail’s, Greggs, Pret and Wenzel’s
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NewsPret, Pladis, Reiser, and more unveil new senior leadership hires
Appointments of managing, finance, marketing, and supply chain directors have been announced across the baking industry including at bakery and equiment suppliers
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NewsBetter Bread makes its debut with rye-based loaves
Cambridgeshire-based business says its loaves are better for consumers and better for the planet
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OpinionSmall footprint, big opportunity: making every square metre count in bakery retail
Hannah Wolfenden, commercial director of UK retail design and manufacturing specialist Ripple, offers advice on making bakery shop space work
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FeatureSlice of life: how sweet flavours are transforming Britain’s sarnies
From strawberries and cream to apple crumble, a quiet revolution is taking place in the sandwich chillers of UK supermarkets
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FeatureS’mores Iced Cream Cake and Prawn Toast Cones: M&S unveils Christmas bakery range
The retailer gives the ‘picky bits’ trend a Christmas twist and reveals the flavours set to dominate the festive season
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NewsNew Cheshire services launches hunt for local craft bakery suppliers
Motorway services operator Westmorland has announced a commitment to work with at least 70 producers within 30 miles of its new Tatton Services at the intersection of the M56 and A556
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Product NewsFestive fancies: Britain’s bakers unveil Christmas themed NPD
Our round-up of Christmas products includes seasonal innovations from Cake Box, Country Choice, Fiona Cairns, Pidy, McLaren’s, Mr Kipling and more
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NewsHigh fibre innovation to continue at Warburtons despite axing Fibre Fix range
The bakery brand said it had found existing products, such as its Protein range, which are also high in fibre, are more likely to be chosen by consumers as a way of getting more fibre in their diet
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NewsBoparan invests in food-to-go firm Simply Lunch and Little Treats Bakery
South London-based Simply Lunch supplies sandwiches, wraps and bakery products to retailers, travel operators and foodservice customers
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FeatureComfort and joy: top bakery trends under the Christmas tree in 2026
From elevated nostalgia and trending new flavours, including Eastern influences, to twists on festive classics and new bite-sized formats, we delve into the bakery trends playing out this Christmas
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NewsIs your bakery prepared for upcoming changes to harassment laws?
From 30 October, employers including bakery cafe or retail businesses may be liable if their staff are harassed by a customer
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NewsFreshways agrees three-year supply deal with Tesco Ireland
Freshways supplies the retailer with more than 40 product lines including Crust & Co sandwiches, wraps, salad and pasta dishes