Meeting the change
PRODUCT development is essential to grow the confectionery market reckons Hayley Coggins, product manager at Elizabeth Shaw.
“Consumers tastes change and these changes need to...
Minions ready for Halloween
The mischievous Minions now appear on packs across Jelly Belly’s BeanBoozled range which makes use of a ‘trick or treat’ mechanic
Fan flavour hits shelves
The public has spoken and now Swizzels has rolled out a new hanging-bag variant chosen by fans.
Classic bar gets indulgent twist
MARS Chocolate UK has announced a new variation to the original Mars bar.
Combining chocolate nougat with dark caramel, Mars Choc Brownie aims to put...
Smint goes pink for Breast Cancer Care
A new flavour has been unveiled for sugar-free mint brand Smint as part of its on-going partnership with Breast Cancer Care. Smint Strawberry Mix...
Nestlé trials paper Quality Street tubs
Confectionery giant Nestlé has unveiled its new paper tub trial for the Quality Street brand which will roll out exclusively to Tesco on a trial basis.
Keeping consumers sweet
Newly launched in the UK after success across Europe, new snack brand Knoppers is hoping to make an impact in the confectionary market .
Bar packs a protein punch
Consumers looking for a sweet treat that packs a protein punch might be interested in Mars Chocolate Drinks & Treats’ latest Snickers NPD
McVitie’s Club Layers into the confectionery sector
Global snacking firm pladis has taken the famous McVitie's Club biscuits brand into confectionery for the first time with McVitie's Club Layers Orange.
Chocolate exclusives new to Nisa
BELGIAN chocolate and confectionery company House of Sarunds has become an approved supplier to Nisa members.
That gives the 2,500 retailers access to more than...
Swizzels’ sweet selection
FAMILY celebrations are at the heart of Swizzels festive range for Christmas 2021.
Get ready for last minute rush – novelty Easter products
SHOPPERS made a lot of last minute purchases of novelty Easter products last year. So this year, convenience stores should be prepared for the...
Winning new ad
TWO men and their competitive dogs are the stars of a new TV ad for Mars Bar.
The new ‘winning’ campaign from Mars Chocolate UK...
Boxing up generation gap
Among its Christmas chocolate selection this year, Nestle will be offering an extended After Eight range. A spokesperson said: “After Eight is looking to...
Innovation aims to keep sales sweet
Many c-stores have moved to extend ranges and embrace new styles of retailing as consumers carry out more substantial top-up shopping and look for...
New coat for Butterkist popcorn
BUTTERKIST has launched what it says is the very first yogurt-coated popcorn.
Butterkist Yogurt Coated Popcorn is available in sharing bag (160g, MRRSP £1.49) and...
