Diversification
How to add a new arm to your business
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James Grant, No2 Pound Street: “Opportunities?? 2022”
02 August 2022 Cheese & DairyJames Grant, owner of No2 Pound Street, discusses how to stay afloat in the current financial crisis in his latest column for Speciality Food -
Balancing innovation with tradition in Italian cuisine
28 July 2022 AmbientDo consumers want a modern twist on their Italian fare, or do they prefer classic flavours? -
How Britain’s chefs are cashing in on localism and seasonality
25 July 2022 Food & DrinkPromoting local and seasonal produce is a key part of indie success. We take a look at five chefs from around the UK who do just that -
New report shows UK has ‘untapped potential’ for geographically protected foods
21 July 2022 BrexitGeographically protected food and drink provide national pride and help to support local producers, so should the UK be focusing on this key way to boost British produce? -
Five stories that explain the cost-of-living crisis
11 July 2022 DelicatessenBritain is experiencing a significantly increased cost-of-living, with inflation rates at their highest in 40 years. What’s behind the financial crisis? -
New high street revival plans to rescue UK retail fall short for indies
06 July 2022 NewsWith the cost-of-living crisis spelling trouble for the already struggling high street, urgent action is needed to restore footfall -
The store cupboard goes premium for pasta, rice and cooking sauces
28 June 2022 AmbientConsumers will continue to cook at home in 2022, looking for ‘premium convenience’ and ethical credentials when it comes to pasta, rice and cooking sauces -
The winners of the Great Stock Giveaway 2022 revealed
27 June 2022 NewsFive retailers have won thousands of pounds worth of free stock as The Great Stock Giveaway, an initiative from Speciality Food, concluded this month -
Could seaweed be the next top sustainable seller in fine food retail?
22 June 2022 AmbientWith a growing population of conscious consumers, indie retailers need to lead the way in sustainable innovation. We explore how seaweed could be the solution -
Why food education must be a key mission for independents
15 June 2022 DelicatessenAfter a disappointing Government Food Strategy that did little to tackle the issues facing the UK’s food system, fine food retailers are ready to take up the mantle of food education -
How to cash in on meat-free trends for National Vegetarian Week
12 May 2022 Plant BasedWith the number of vegetarians and vegans in the UK increasing exponentially, National Vegetarian Week could help to bump up your average basket spend if you provide quality meat-free options -
How indies can break down the barrier to sustainability for consumers
26 April 2022 AmbientNew research finds price is the biggest barrier to sustainability for consumers, so how can fine food retail combat this?
