All Sweet articles
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News
Costa unveils new store design with open-plan counter plus summer NPD
Coffee chain has refurbished its Great Portland Street site in central London, with the design aimed at delivering an elevated coffee experience for every kind of visit
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News
Planet Doughnut set for growth after Delves family acquire founders’ stake
New owners say the acquisition of the Shropshire-based business brings continuity, financial backing, and the ability to move decisively into the next stage of growth
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Opinion
Viral M&S strawberry sandwich is a lesson in product development
Consumers are looking for something shareable and M&S is delivering it at a price point which allows for many people to get in on the conversation, says British Baker editor Amy North
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Product News
M&S and Subway launch sandwich twists on traditional British summer dessert
Japanese sandos are the inspiration behind the new Red Diamond Strawberry & Creme Sandwich at M&S, while Subway is giving away Strawberries & Cream Subs as a Wimbledon-themed promotion
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News
DoughGirl expands bakery following TikTok Shop success
Lincolnshire-based business has invested £250k to increase its production capacity six-fold with continued sales growth supporting plans to further expand the site
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Feature
Matcha, texture, and spice: top bakery trends for summer 2025
Vibrant colours, earthy flavours, and a decent dose of heat are some of the trends found in baked goods this summer
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News
The winner takes it all: Abba Cakes thrives after Britain’s Best Cake 2025 win
The aftermath of winning the competition saw the Wirral-based business enjoy local, national, and international media coverage, queues down the street, and even a visit from the mayor
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News
Afternoon delight: new report reveals out-of-home sweet bakery opportunities
Appetite is rising for cookies, muffins, and doughnuts, especially as an afternoon treat, finds latest research published by Nestlé Professional
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News
UK food and drink manufacturers slashing sugar and salt, finds report
The Food and Drink Federation reports that sugar, salt, and calories in products made by its members have been reduced by around a third over the past decade
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Product News
Summer of bakery love: brands unveil new seasonal sweet treats
Strawberries & cream macarons, raspberry & lychee pastries, and hot honey Jaffa Cakes are among the recent sweet bakery innovations launched
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Product News
Oggs launches first celebration cakes and new lines amid brand refresh
New Zesty Lemon Cakes, Mega Birthday Cupcakes, Afternoon Tea Cakes, and Rich, Velvety Chocolate Fudge Cake have been unveiled by the plant-based bakery brand
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Feature
Rising cocoa prices sees chocolate’s dominance in bakery challenged
Bakery manufacturers are increasingly turning to cocoa alternatives and replacements, as well as expanding ranges with other fillings, in a bid to keep costs in check
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Product News
Finsbury Food Group teams up with Nadiya Hussain on new branded cake range
Five-strong range of sweet bakery treats heralds the start of the partnership between the manufacturer and the 2015 Great British Bake Off winner
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News
Fox’s Burton’s Companies assumes UK distribution of Royal Dansk Butter Cookies
Manufacturer behind sweet snacking brands like Fox’s Fabulous, Maryland, and Jammie Dodgers is looking to grow the UK’s butter cookie market further with the Danish brand
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News
Walker’s Shortbread names new commercial director
Fourth generation member of the Walker’s family, Bryony Walker, has stepped into the role after 12 years with the Speyside shortbread firm
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Product News
Sweet tastes of summer: bakers roll out new cakes, tarts, doughnuts, and more
Wallet-friendly cake pops, decadent cream cakes and doughnuts, nostalgic tarts, and gelato-stuffed croissants are among the sweet bakery innovations
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Product News
Crosstown unveils botanicals inspired doughnut and cookie range
Called Botanarchy, the ‘floral forward’ range is designed to bring a disruptive twist to bakery with flavours including lavender crème brûlée and jasmine & rhubarb
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Promotional feature
How icing brings optimal creativity and flavour to bakes
With consumers looking for indulgence and great taste when choosing bakery products, creativity is key to differentiation across all bakes – and great icing offers the ultimate flourish.
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News
Fox’s Burton’s Companies reports sweet success in biscuit market during FY24
Sales, volumes, profitability, and market share have all improved in the latest financial year of the UK’s second largest biscuit manufacturer
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News
Lola’s Cupcakes teams up with Disney on a whole new world of sweet treats
New brand licence partnership sees the London-based chain unveil cakes and cupcakes decorated in Frozen, Moana, Toy Story, Cars, Lilo & Stitch, and The Lion King themes