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Trend Watch: Barista-grade Hot Chocolate
28 October 2022 DrinksDrinking chocolate is following in coffee’s footsteps. The future is craft and bespoke says Sally-Jayne Wright -
How indies can cash in on the need for sustainable health
28 October 2022 SustainableThe Food Foundation is calling for the food industry to have stricter health and sustainability targets – this is where fine food retail can excel -
Food inflation hits 40-year high to reach 14.5%
27 October 2022 NewsUK food and non-alcoholic drink inflation has now hit a ‘grim milestone’ as it rises to 14.5% year on year, data shows -
Exploring the Tiktok effect for indie retail
27 October 2022 DelicatessenSamantha Priestley explores how indies can use trending social media platforms to engage with their local audience -
Creating festive displays with Laura Roberts, Laura’s Larder
26 October 2022 ChristmasLaura Roberts, owner of Laura’s Larder shares her top tips for creating festive displays -
Upselling blue cheese this Christmas
26 October 2022 ChristmasTick all your customers' boxes this Christmas with a well-balanced selection of blues -
Perfect party pairings with Dawn Davies, The Whisky Exchange
25 October 2022 ChristmasDawn Davies, head buyer at The Whisky Exchange shares her favourite food and drink partners worth celebrating -
The industry has its say on Rishi Sunak’s appointment as prime minister
25 October 2022 NewsRishi Sunak has won the battle for number 10, and is now the country’s next prime minister. But what does the industry think? -
Getting cosy with Italian cuisine this autumn
21 October 2022 AmbientAs the colder nights draw in, independent retailers can cash in on comforting dishes inspired by Italian cuisine -
Liz Truss resigns as prime minister: the industry reacts
21 October 2022 NewsAfter just 44 days in office, prime minister Liz Truss is stepping down, leaving the country in a renewed state of uncertainty -
The rise of luxury convenience in soups and ready meals
20 October 2022 Food & DrinkFrom a good-value meal solution to a taste of indulgence, today’s ready-meal market is serving up just what consumers want -
Exploring the party season opportunity
19 October 2022 ChristmasWith party season on the horizon, we speak to fine food retailers about how the nature of party food is evolving and why