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FeatureEast meets West: rise of the Asian-style fusion bakery in London
Asian bakeries across the capital are finding success with fusion creations such as matcha-flavoured croissants, pandan and coconut-infused mille-feuille, and pain Suisse with lemongrass chicken curry
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NewsDemand for snack ingredients grows as Brits shun traditional meals
The trend has real implications for how bakers should think about format, portion size, and flavour, said ingredients supplier Macphie
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Product NewsFinsbury adds strawberry matcha flavour to Little Big Cake range
Inspired by matcha lattes, the cake features alternating vanilla and pink sponge, and is has been designed with Millennials and Gen Z consumers in mind
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FeatureFeeling the squeeze? What the rise of GLP-1s really means for bakery
Weight-loss drugs are changing how consumers think, feel, buy, and consume food, so what does this mean for the emotive and, sometimes, indulgent category of bakery?
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Feature SynopsesOctober 2026: Christmas
What are the biggest trends in bakery this Christmas? This feature will find out!
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Feature SynopsesOctober 2026: Cake trends
This feature will investigate the commercial reality behind social media’s biggest cake crazes, revealing which trends have translated into lasting sales opportunities, and which have remained largely online phenomena
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Partner featureWhy provenance is becoming one of bakery’s most important ingredients
Consumer expectations around transparency are changing. As demand grows for greater insight into where food comes from, provenance and local sourcing are becoming increasingly important considerations for bakery manufacturers and retailers
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FeatureGLP-1s, Gen Z, and drama: afternoon tea trends for 2026 and beyond
From grandmacore-inspired nostalgia to immersive themed experiences, and those that cater to mindful eating, afternoon tea is evolving to attract a new generation of consumers
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NewsWaitrose reports soaring sales of Japanese-style milk buns
A viral trend in Japanese-style milk buns has seen it take on brioche as a premium burger bun of choice this summer, according to the retailer
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Feature SynopsesNovember 2026: Top Bakery Trends report
What will bakery’s biggest trends be for 2027 and beyond? This report will find out.
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NewsCompleat Foodservice invests £600k in new cookie line
The line can manufacture larger format and filled cookies, as well as products with inclusions, to help Compleat tap into rising demand for more indulgent sweet treats
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FeatureMeal deal maths: premiumisation, health, and all-day grazing change the equation
Meal deals remains a cornerstone of food to go, but operators are reshaping the format with premium tiers, all-day options, and new occasion-led bundles to drive value and spend
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Partner featureFuture of bread: can bakery be part of a personalised nutrition experience?
Beyond the realms of multigrain and gluten-free, can breads increasingly be personalised to suit consumers’ individual dietary habits?
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Partner featureHow retailers can differentiate with a top-quality coffee experience
Today’s consumers are increasingly seeking memorable experiences from their bakery, and offering high-quality coffee to complement their offer can create greater business value and repeat footfall.
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FeatureWhat impact does hot weather have on bakery sales?
As temperatures rise, bakeries are navigating a complex mix of stronger spending, shifting consumer tastes, and heat-driven operational challenges
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FeatureFrom Biscoff to Nutella: how big brands are powering bakery growth
Biscoff, Nutella, Marmite, and even Guinness are all lending their star power to bakery products as consumers seek comforting, familiar flavours and quality reassurance at every turn
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Product NewsMatcha to minions: bakery brands unveil flavour twists and limited-edition launches
Cookies, doughnuts, and bento cakes are among the new products to embrace matcha while others tap into demand for smaller bites and indulgent sharing opportunities
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Feature SynopsesSeptember 2026: Bakery Manufacturing Report
This exclusive feature will offer a closer look at the bakery manufacturers which keep the nation fed daily, where they’re investing, and the changes coming down the line
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FeatureSun, scrolling, and sweet treats: top bakery trends for summer 2026
Social-first sweet treats, sweet ‘n’ spicy picky bits, and fresh, fruity flavours are among the trends playing out on the bakery scene this summer
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InterviewKeep it simple: Cake Box CEO Sukh Chamdal’s top lessons for business
Chamdal shares the thinking behind his fast-scaling egg-free bakery brand – from simplifying operations to tapping into trends and meeting modern consumer expectations