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Seasonal advice for new fine food retailers
16 November 2022 ChristmasWith so much uncertainty going on, new independents are likely going to struggle over the next few months. Five fine food retailers with decades of experience between them share their top tips -
John Shepherd, Partridges: “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas”
15 November 2022 ChristmasJohn Shepherd, managing director at Partridges, discusses the state of play for Christmas 2022 -
Full steam ahead: How to capitalise on hot drink sales in 2023
14 November 2022 DrinksThe hot drinks sector is awash with innovation; these are the buzzwords to cash in on during the colder months and beyond -
How independent retailers can encourage shoppers not to drop sustainability as inflation rises
14 November 2022 SustainableResearch has revealed that over half (56%) of Brits have ditched environmentally friendly products due to the cost-of-living crisis. We explore how indies can hold onto sustainability sales -
The value of Italian oil for fine food retailers
14 November 2022 AmbientCharles Carey, The Oil Merchant, talks us through the fundamentals of the must-stock product -
How fine food retailers can promote the very best of Italian cuisine
10 November 2022 AmbientFrom unforgettable products to worldwide campaigns promoting fine produce and its makers, Italy offers a new culinary horizon for fine foodies -
How food grows its roots in rural tourism
10 November 2022 Meat & FishRural tourism is where consumer interest, authentic experiences, health and wellness and an appreciation of our natural landscape meet — all influences shaping our industry into one that appreciates local, diverse and community-driven food, finds Natasha Spencer-Jolliffe -
How to get ahead for Christmas with Simon Jones, Forest Deli
08 November 2022 ChristmasSimon Jones, co-owner of Forest Deli, shares his top tips for preparing for the festive season this year -
James Grant, No2 Pound St: “Autumn time for cheese”
08 November 2022 Cheese & DairyJames Grant, owner of No2 Pound Street, discusses seasonal eating and why autumn is a beautiful season for cheese -
Curating a successful hot drinks range with Louise Allen, Whole Foods Market
07 November 2022 DrinksLouise Allen, senior local forager at Whole Foods Market, shares her tips for a strong-selling hot drinks range -
Exploring the storecupboard in 2022
03 November 2022 AmbientWith the pandemic and cost-of-living crisis changing the way consumers shop and eat, we explore what shoppers are looking for in storecupboard essentials in 2022 and beyond -
How to sell blue cheese outside the festive season
03 November 2022 Cheese & DairyBlue cheese is a festive bestseller, but how can retailers encourage sales of it all year round?
