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Chutneys and pickles: What to stock for Christmas 2023
24 September 2023 ChristmasPickles and preserves are an essential part of the festive table, bringing out the best in artisan cheese, charcuterie and cold cuts. Industry insiders share their tips for stocking in 2023 -
Why British salt is better
18 September 2023 AmbientHow and where is salt made in the UK, what makes it so special and what flavours are trending today? Speciality Food finds out -
Trends in sauces and condiments in 2023
16 August 2023 AmbientDiscover why those humble jars on your shelves could be your secret weapon -
What’s trending in the UK jams and spreads market?
26 July 2023 AmbientWe explore what consumers want from their sweet spreads in 2023, and how retailers can get creative to upsell them -
How to stock sweet and savoury biscuits with Simon Warren, The East Street Deli
10 July 2023 AmbientSimon Warren, owner of The East Street Deli, talks us through his must-stock sweet and savoury biscuits -
Three ways to cater to demand with store cupboard staples
04 July 2023 AmbientAthena Lee, marketing manager at ShelfNow, highlights three ways independent retailers can cater to customer demand with pasta, rice and cooking sauces -
How to upsell savoury biscuits
29 June 2023 AmbientWe speak to experts across the biscuit industry to find out how indies can upsell their savoury varieties in 2023 -
Future-proofing the pasta, rice and cooking sauce sector
16 June 2023 AmbientRice, pasta and cooking sauces are storecupboard staples, but how can indies ensure they are future-proofing their stocks? We find out -
Going back to basics with quality Italian food
14 June 2023 AmbientAre you stocking the traditional staples customers need to craft classic Italian dishes? -
Getting creative with summer dressings
26 May 2023 AmbientFrom the classic drizzle of EVOO or balsamic vinegar to a multi-faceted sauce or marinade, independent retailers should get creative and think outside the box in the salad dressings sector this summer -
Best-selling oils, vinegars and dressings with Laura Roberts, Laura’s Larder
18 May 2023 AmbientLaura Roberts, owner of Laura’s Larder, shares her best-selling oils, vinegars and dressings -
Getting ready for picnic season in indie retail
24 April 2023 AmbientSamantha Priestley explores the summertime staple well worth celebrating properly