All Retail articles – Page 31
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NewsM&S Café sandwiches and toasties get recyclable packaging
The change introduced at more than 300 café locations across the UK is estimated to remove 4.5 million units of plastic and forms part of the retailer’s net zero journey
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NewsCaffè Nero to open first-ever drive-thru in 2024
Independent coffee house has invested £1.2m in the store which will be used as a template for future drive thru stores
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NewsCornish Bakery seeks MD to drive next level of growth
Independent bakery chain launches hunt for new leader as it aims to double or triple in size from its current estate of 60 shops
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Product NewsBakeries bring back gone but not forgotten favourites
Sports Biscuits and Ey Up Me Duck Gingerbread have made triumphant returns after years of production discontinuation
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NewsGreencore like-for-like sales up 5.8% in first quarter
Dublin-based food-to-go manufacturer said it continues to outperform the market in its key categories with total revenue of £441.3m across the quarter
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Product NewsPromise Gluten Free launches new bagels at Sainsbury’s
The Donegal-based free-from bakery supplier launches a plain and a multiseed bagel with reduced packaging
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NewsBranded sweet treats gift Christmas growth for Premier Foods
Mr Kipling and Cadbury cake brands return to growth as own-label continues to perform well during the third financial quarter
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NewsWenzel’s steps up sustainability with electric fleet
Southern England bakery chain completes switch to EV vehicles for its current 15-strong fleet used by area managers on their circuit of store checks
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NewsBakkavor global sales rise 5.3% in 2023
Food-to-go manufacturer reports a 5.7% increase in like-for-like revenue in the UK, with a 32% leap in China sales making up for a 8.4% drop in the US
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Product NewsPret unveils first full kids’ menu
Sandwiches, a toastie, a yoghurt pot, and a cucumber & hummus bowl make up the childrens’ menu, which will be initially available in 70% of Pret’s shops
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NewsRising costs force Cheran’s Bakery to shut four shops
Kent-based sweet treat specialist announces the immediate closure of 80% of its shop estate despite thriving trade and crowdfunding success
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NewsCrosta & Mollica gains investment and new chairman
Private equity firm Perwyn Advisors is supporting UK momentum and international expansion of the London-based Italian food brand
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NewsGreggs to open at least 140 new shops in 2024
Greggs plans to add more than 140 new shops to its estate in 2024 following its continued sales growth throughout last year
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Product NewsPret reveals new sandwiches and sweet treats for 2024
A vegan friendly Bánh Mì and VLT sandwich are among the new additions while Pret has also expanded its Slims sandwich range
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NewsMost northerly bakery shop on UK mainland up for sale
Stacks Deli, Bakery & Coffee House in the ‘iconic location’ of John O’Groats in Caithness, Scotland, is being offered as a turnkey business opportunity
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NewsPremium sandwiches and wraps launched by Fresh Food For Now Company
The unbranded selection with a sheek packaging design includes ‘timeless classic’ sandwiches and global flavour-filled wraps for on-the-go customers
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NewsDorset Flapjacks continues despite Williams The Baker closure
While original bakery operations have ceased, the Williams family is maintaining production of its branded range of sweet treats and leasing its shop to a local entrepreneur
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Product NewsBakers roll out new wraps, rolls, pies, slices, and pasties for winter
From low-carb wraps and bite-sized rolls to meaty slices and on-the-go burritos, we compile the latest savoury bakery NPD from UK manufacturers
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NewsForge Bakehouse rescued from administration to save 47 jobs
Sheffield-based bakery chain has been restructured under its owner company to safeguard its workforce and look towards continued growth
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InterviewSt Pierre Groupe reveals growth under Grupo Bimbo
A year after the business was bought by bakery giant Bimbo, the brioche specialist reveals how its new parent company is fast-tracking its growth plans