Christmas
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How to prepare for Christmas in fine food retail
08 August 2023 ChristmasFine food stores need to put in the groundwork now for a successful festive season -
How to plan Christmas merchandising in retail
24 July 2023 ChristmasNow’s the time to consider your festive displays and packaging. Speciality Food speaks to the experts to help you get started -
2022: Looking back at a year in fine food
25 January 2023 BrexitSpeciality Food reflects on how the food and drink sector adapted to political uncertainty, a cost-of-living crisis and post-Brexit recovery last year -
Five ways to make the most of the party season opportunity
15 December 2022 ChristmasParties are the epitome of the festive season and the New Year, and offer plenty of opportunity to make extra sales -
Consumer confidence drops in time for Christmas as SMEs battle rising inflation
02 December 2022 ChristmasAs independent retailers head into the biggest trading period of the year, consumers are worried about costs and spending less as a result -
Fortnum & Mason: A Christmas icon
01 December 2022 ChristmasDr. Andrea Tanner, Fortnum & Mason archivist, shares the history, magic and planning that goes into creating an internationally renowned festive destination -
What to put in your festive hampers this Christmas
01 December 2022 ChristmasAs shoppers look for special gifts for their loved ones, three speciality retailers share what they are putting in their festive hampers to offer tradition and innovation -
How to create hampers for festive upselling this winter
29 November 2022 ChristmasHampers are a surefire way to cash in on the desire for thoughtful handpicked gifts, but how can independent retailers create their own version of this ultimate foodie gift? -
James Grant, No2 Pound Street: “Cheese at Christmas”
29 November 2022 ChristmasJames Grant, owner of No2 Pound Street, shares what he's thankful for this Christmas, and what's on his festive cheeseboard -
Independents opt for alternatives to Black Friday
24 November 2022 ChristmasWith the country in financial crisis this winter, indies are choosing not to host sales and to spread community spirit instead -
An Italian twist on Christmas indulgence
18 November 2022 ChristmasWith more Brits branching out with their flavours and cuisines this festive season, we explore why Italian treats are gaining popularity in 2022 -
How independent retailers are gearing up for Christmas with in-store festivities
17 November 2022 ChristmasWith the Christmas countdown officially on, it’s more important than ever for indies to put on a show with their shop windows, in-store space and events
