Bakery & Confectionery
Sweeten your sales with confectionery and baked goods
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What’s new in chocolate for 2023
12 January 2023 SnacksIt’s not for nothing that chocolate is so well-loved in the UK. We explore what’s to come for this core category in 2023 -
Artisan chocolatier scoops top honour in The Great British Food Awards 2022
28 October 2022 NewsThe winners have been revealed for this year’s Great British Food Awards, and the Grand Champion 2022 title has been presented to an artisan chocolatier from Winchester, Hampshire -
What’s next for indulgence?
14 October 2022 Bakery & ConfectioneryEllen Manning explores the history and opportunities within the confectionery sphere -
The theatre of selling confectionery
29 September 2022 Bakery & ConfectioneryCreating a little magic is key to sales, but not at the expense of a business’s livelihood finds Samantha Priestley -
Catering for 2022’s consumers in hospitality
16 September 2022 Bakery & ConfectioneryEllen Manning highlights the key touchpoints indie cafés and hospitality venues should capitalise on to attract discerning customers this year -
Why indulgence will never go out of fashion (despite HFSS)
01 September 2022 Bakery & ConfectioneryWith a cost-of-living crisis sweeping the nation, we explore why indulgence will always have a place in society and how retailers can promote choosing quality over quantity -
Fine food trends to capitalise on for Christmas 2022
31 August 2022 ChristmasWith jingle bells ringing in the distance, it’s important to hit all the festive trends this winter for a successful holiday season -
5 minutes with Zsolt Stefkovics, Fellow Creatures
26 August 2022 Start-UpsZsolt Stefkovics, founder of vegan chocolate start-up Fellow Creatures, shares an inspiring Winston Churchill quote, his last supper plans, and the weirdest thing he's ever eaten -
How to upsell Christmas cakes and puddings in 2022
22 August 2022 ChristmasAny Christmas spread needs a variety of sweet treats to make Christmas truly special, so go nuts with fruit cakes and puddings this festive season -
Creating an afternoon tea menu with Michael Topp, The Royal Crescent
09 August 2022 Bakery & ConfectioneryMichael Topp, head pastry chef at The Royal Crescent, discusses how independent fine food retailers can create a unique afternoon tea offering and answers the controversial question - jam or cream first -
Four top tips for early Christmas planning
03 August 2022 ChristmasWith Christmas fast approaching, Chris Lidgitt, food hall manager at Crimple, reveals his top tips for a successful Christmas period in fine food retail -
Autumn trends in fine food for 2022
01 August 2022 AmbientAs summer begins to draw to a close, we reveal the top food trends for autumn this year
