Diversification
How to add a new arm to your business
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How independent retailers can cash in on the mindful drinking trend
08 April 2022 DrinksConsumers are increasingly reducing their alcohol intake, with mindful drinking taking centre stage as a key trend this year -
The Bricks & Mortar Opportunity
07 April 2022 DelicatessenE-commerce may have been the runaway success of lockdown, but there’s plenty of scope to maximise walk-in stores too, finds Ellen Manning -
Is functionality the future of food?
01 April 2022 Food & DrinkWith consumers on the lookout for foods that do more than just satisfy our hunger and cravings, it’s time to find out if functional foods are the way forward -
How to capitalise on social media food trends
31 March 2022 Plant BasedFine food retailers have much to benefit from identifying and reacting to social media food trends, but how exactly can they do this? -
How and why to stock plant-based deli options
21 March 2022 Plant BasedFrom plant-based meats to dairy-free cheeses, there is an abundance of vegan options to stock in your deli counter – here's how to do it, and how it could benefit you -
How social media shopping features could help your fine food business
14 March 2022 DelicatessenSocial media shopping is growing in popularity; here’s how it could help your deli, farm shop or independent business -
How women are shaking up fine food this International Women’s Day
08 March 2022 IndustryIn a food industry that is constantly evolving yet still features a significant gender gap, three female entrepreneurs share their stories about starting up a women-led business -
How to harness community spirit post-Covid
23 November 2021 RetailLocal businesses and consumers came together during the pandemic, and maintaining these relationships in the future will pay dividends -
Why an ex-M&S buyer created a fairer online farm shop
08 June 2021 Farm ShopHannah Anderson explains why her 20 years in the food buying business has helped her launch a food delivery service that puts suppliers first -
Covid start-up food businesses set to drive jobs boom
17 May 2021 Coronavirus‘Lockdown-preneurs’ are expected to create thousands of new jobs in the food and drink sector in the coming years -
Mike Cherry, FSB: SMEs have “rapidly and radically transformed”
17 May 2021 CoronavirusSmall, rural businesses have shown their resilience during the pandemic, and there are opportunities ahead, writes Mike Cherry, national chair of the Federation of Small Businesses -
Your social media questions answered
12 May 2021 MasterclassesThe online world is your oyster if you utilise these tips from Charlotte Sheridan, AKA The Small Biz Expert
