Been there, ate it, got the T-shirt! Three gentlemen in Scotmid show they’re hot stuff after each devouring a Stuart’s Fiery Pie.

Scotmid’s life of pie

IS independent co-operative Scotmid going pie-eyed? The retailer invited brave consumers in some of its stores to ‘try a Fiery Pie’. The pies, made by baker...
Jamie Buchanan, SGF’s Go Local programme director, right, and colleague Aidan Smith signing the Scotland Loves Local Pledge.

SGF signs Scotland Loves Local Pledge

The Scottish Grocers' Federation is backing a drive to help inject millions of pounds more into local economies across Scotland and has signed the Scotland Loves Local Pledge – a commitment to supporting local businesses throughout the country whenever it can.
Pac Stock of walls deep dish pizza

Wall’s Pastry launch Deep Dish Pizza Pie

Wall’s has launched Deep Dish Pizza Pies, a hybrid of pies and deep-dish pizza, in two flavours: Three Cheese and Pepperoni. Priced at £2, the 150g pies will be available in ASDA from 18th November. The launch targets younger consumers, following Wall’s growth and success in the Chilled Savoury Pastry category.
Pack shot of the Cadbury FC Dairy Milk Cadbury Buttons as well as Maynards Bassets Jelly Babies.

UEFA Euro 2024 build-up – Mondelēz International

Scottish Grocer highlights brands and convenience channel operators which are celebrating the UEFA Euro 2024 football tournament.
Promotional image of Quality Street paper tubs featuring the tub and sweets from the tub against a purple background.

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.

Charitable calls

Community retailer Scotmid is looking for its next charity partner for 2023-24 to help fundraise and build support for a local cause.
Packs of illicit disposable vapes sit on a counter.

Disposable vape ban ‘a complete failure’ one year on

New research has found that disposable vape devices continue to make their way into the UK market despite the introduction of a ban on them in June 2025.

Four Loko bursts with new flavour

Red Star Brands RTD brand Four Loko has launched a new flavour to its range with Dark Berry Burst as the brand aims to take drive further RTD sales.
A bowl of mashed potato sits on a table with a red napkin next to it and a spoon on top of the napkin.

Albert Bartlett teams up with Mexicana and Applewood on new cheesy mash products

Scottish chilled potato products firm Albert Bartlett has joined forces with Applewood and Mexicana to produce two new cheesy mash products for autumn.
The Fed national vice-president Mo Razzaq.

Concern over alcohol duty rate changes

Convenience channel leaders have warned of the negative impact changes to alcohol duty rates will have on retailers, consumers and criminal activity.

Sharwood’s curries retail favour

Ambient food brand Sharwood's is helping retailers celebrate National Curry Week with an exclusive competition for the channel.

Support plea for retailers

Industry leaders across Scotland have reacted to the UK Government’s new Autumn Budget and the impact it could go on to have on businesses.
Pack shots of Zone nicotine pouches.

Imperial Brands moves into the nicotine pouch Zone

Nicotine products manufacturer Imperial Brands has launched into the nicotine pouches subcategory with the roll out of its new brand, Zone.
Promotional image for Kinder Bueno's 'Why Be Basic When You Can Be Bueno' campaign.

Ferrero rolls out a Bueno campaign

Ferrero UK is set to drive awareness of the Kinder Bueno brand with a new marketing campaign to target younger consumer audiences.
Grant’s Foods reckons its range will suit different consumers’ Burns Night plans.

Scottish flavours popular with shoppers

The consumer appetite for authentic Scottish food remains insatiable for many across the country, reckons Grant's Foods, and this spells good news for retailers with the upcoming Burns Night celebrations.
Pack shots of Cheerios and Honey Cheerios.

New packs of nutrition in Cheerios makeover

Cereal Partners UK has unveiled the revamped packaging for Cheerios to help highlight the nutritious nature of the cereal found inside.