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Product NewsBakers unveil savoury innnovations including pizzas, pastries, quiches and more
Bigger dough balls, veggie pizza and pastries, and springtime quiches are among the calls answered in the latest batch of bakery launches
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NewsOcado to rename sourdough loaf from wholemeal to brown
The online retailer has conceded to a challenge from the Real Bread Campaign that its sourdough loaves contain other flour ingredients than just wholemeal
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NewsBakkavor accepts £1.2bn cash and shares acquisition offer from Greencore
After two previous rebuttals, the merger deal is back on between the two food-to-go giants who look set to create a group with £4bn in combined revenue
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FeatureWrap battle: why bakeries should think inside and outside the box
Unpack the latest progress in bakery packaging, from cuts to plastic and other excess materials, technology investments and upcoming taxes on waste
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NewsPettigrew Bakeries to open fourth site in Cardiff
The family-owned bakery hasn’t rested on its laurels since lifting the trophy for Craft Bakery Business of the Year in 2024, and is set to expand its estate with a new site in the city
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NewsOpening Doors #15: new shops launched by craft bakeries
An underground station, a converted shipping container, and a law firm office are just some of the locations where craft bakery businesses have set up new retail outlets
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NewsCybake unveils new traceability module for bakery management software
Developed through customer demand for a user-friendly, affordable, and comprehensive traceability solution, the new module enables fast product recalls and audits
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NewsEmbargo secures £350k grant to enhance foodservice app with AI
Hospitality tech provider has been awarded government funding to develop an AI-driven CRM and loyalty platform for SMEs including bakeries
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OpinionWhat the M&S ‘only 5 ingredients’ rolls mean for bakery and the UPF debate
M&S has unveiled white rolls containing five ingredients – a fact declared on front of pack. Why has this garnered so much attention and what does it tell us about M&S’ views on the UPF discussion?
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NewsGuide published to help suppliers align with retailers’ net zero targets
The Scotland Food & Drink Partnership’s Net Zero Commitment has published a free-to-view guide outlining the sustainability goals of UK retailers and foodservice firms
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Product NewsChicks away: retailers unveil bakery ranges for Easter 2025
Retailers have revived British classics, embraced Italian tradition, and gone all in on chocolate as part of bakery ranges for Easter 2025
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Product NewsDessert developments: bakers launch new pastries, doughnuts, cakes, and more
On-trend pistachio croissants, makeup-themed doughnuts, and Biscoff sauce drizzled pretzel bites are among the latest sweet innovations unveiled by bakery brands
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NewsDougie’s Goodies acquires fellow Northern Irish firm Kirks Home Bakery
Ballymena-based sweet treat specialist has taken over fellow Northern Irish firm Kirks whilst creating 20 new jobs to help expand the business across the region
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Product NewsBake her day: new sweet bakery treats rolled out for Mother’s Day 2025
The giftable NPD set to make mums smile on 30 March ranges from Raspberry & Elderflower cake to free-from doughnuts, flower-topped cupcakes, and botanical macarons
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Product NewsLunch munchies: Tesco unveils new takeaway-inspired wraps and sandwiches
Southern Fried Chicken, Doner Kebab, Tandoori Chicken, and Salt & Pepper Chicken are among the new fillings of the limited-edition mains for meal deals
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NewsCornish Bakery appoints advisory firm to explore potential sale
Bakery chain, which currently operates 66 shops across England and Scotland, is looking to partner with a new owner to continue growing the brand’s retail estate
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FeatureWhat are the top trends in bakery this Easter?
Dessert-inspired and pre-filled hot cross buns are among the rising bakery trends for Easter alongside pastel colours and international formats
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Product NewsOle & Steen unveils baguettes, toasties, cakes, and pastries for spring 2025
A Chicken & Coleslaw Toastie, a Feta, Za’atar & Honey Danish, and a Lemon Meringue Tart are among the new limited-edition seasonal options at the Danish bakery chain
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Product NewsSupermarkets unveil new hot cross bun flavours for Easter 2025
Tiramisu, rhubarb & custard, apple crumble, and chocolate & caramel are among some of the new flavours of hot cross buns to be rolled out for Easter 2025
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NewsBakkavor rejects ‘undervalued’ merger offer from food-to-go rival Greencore
Dublin-headquartered Greencore has failed in its approach for Bakkavor aimed at creating an enlarged manufacturing group with a combined revenue of around £4bn
