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Product NewsBiscuiteers unveils collaboration with Disney
Disney Princess and Mickey Mouse biscuits are the first products to be rolled under the licensing agreement with the media giant
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Product NewsDerbyshire-based Stacey’s Bakery kicks off ‘Scone of the Month’ initiative
A limited-edition Maple & Walnut Scone, priced at 85p, has been added to the bakery’s range with more innovative flavours in the works
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NewsCake Box estate expansion and acquisition result in sales surge
Egg-free cake specialist reports revenues of £28.8m for the first half of its latest financial year, driven by new store openings and the acquisition of Ambala Foods
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NewsKeeping it sweet: Mademoiselle Desserts acquires English Cheesecake Company
Sweet bakery manufacturer’s strong position in the UK foodservice sector is complemented by the cheesecake brand’s retail presence
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Product NewsFinsbury Food Group unveils half-and-half Wicked cake
The cake, which ties in with the latest Wicked film, is decorated to celebrate the two main characters – Elphaba and Glinda – with green and pink decorations, as well as two types of cake underneath
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NewsMr Whippy unveils major play for the doughnut market with £15m Sheffield factory
The brand, which is separate from the soft-serve ice cream, is diversifying from cupcakes and sweets and into indulgent yet affordable doughnuts for retail
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WebinarsWebinar: EU bakery traditions and their impact on the UK
Join us for an insightful webinar, part of the ‘More than Only Food & Drink’ campaign, where we uncover the rich tapestry of EU baking traditions
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NewsWaitrose introduces Ole & Steen pastries to in-store bakery line-up
The retailer is rolling out a range of sweet pastries from the Danish bakery brand at 35 selected stores and online as part of its BrandsNew innovation programme
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InterviewMy bakery job: Andy Nye, head of production, Walker’s Shortbread
The chef turned head of production says overcoming challenges like machinery breakdowns, late deliveries, and staff shortages has made him stronger as a professional
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NewsLittle Dessert Shop unveils dark kitchen trial to expand delivery business
The indulgent dessert brand is testing a new model that has the potential to dramatically scale its reach in the delivery sector, now worth an estimated £14.3bn
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NewsBranded sweet treats prop up half-year growth at Premier Foods
Sales of Mr Kipling and Cadbury cake ranges helped the manufacturer’s Sweet Treats division report a 9.4% increase in H1 revenue up to £115.6m
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NewsFloozie develops non-vegan cookie range in response to market changes
A notable shift in the vegan market and challenges to secure plant-based ingredients has seen the London sweet treat brand introduce new non-vegan products to its line-up
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NewsBells of Lazonby invests £1m in site expansion to enhance production and facilities
Cumbria-based sweet bakery manufacturer has added around 4,800 sq ft of floor space to its bakery, installed new equipment, and improved workplace safety
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OpinionFive ways for retailers to drive biscuit sales in the ‘golden quarter’
Fox’s Burton’s Companies trade marketing director David Hebson shares his top tips on boosting biscuit sales across the busy period towards the end of the year
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NewsSupermarket panettone sales halved since 2021
Data from Circana shows that unit sales of panettone have fallen by more than 330,000 from Q4 2021 to Q4 2024, but stollen is experiencing a surge of interest
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InterviewMy bakery job: Adam Cutting, senior development chef, English Cheesecake Company
With over two decades in the food industry, chef Cutting is now contending with the rising costs of dairy as he develops and launches new cheesecakes
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Promotional featureHow global bakery trends are shaping the UK's baking sector
From Scandinavian treats to Middle Eastern flavours, Bridor looks at how baking innovation in 2025 is inspired by international cuisine.
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NewsBritish Bakels unveils first new products for Renshaw
Food colourings, metallic paints, sprinkles and fruit fillings are being added to the line-up, while chocolate modelling paste has been relaunched
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NewsPremier Foods completes £2.1m solar farm at Mr Kipling bakery
When the sun is shining, the array of 3,500 solar panels will be able to supply up to 70% of Carlton Bakery’s electricity
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InterviewSweet ambitions: Baker & Baker CEO Matthew Acheson unveils plans for growth
Growth, investment, and optimisation are the three pillars that the sweet bakery manufacturer is leaning on to boost its turnover to €800m