Food to go ready for a comeback
RETAILERS should expect a revival for food to go in 2022, according to KP Snacks, which should be good news for retailers and suppliers.
Sun shines on off sales
GROWTH for barbecue occasions in the UK was huge during the pandemic.
A push for premium
MUCH has been made of premium and craft beer’s success, now a well-established subcategory in many Scottish convenience stores.
Eight-figure investment in ice cream
Anticipation for summer is central to the latest Magnum ice cream marketing blitz.
Pickling in impulse
PICKLED onion fans no longer need to share their Mackie’s crisps, thanks to the launch of a new format from the Aberdeenshire-based brand.
Uncorking marketing spend
PERNOD Ricard has put its weight behind wine brand Campo Viejo, through the return of its ‘Decanta La Vida’ campaign.
Data driven sweet sales
SWIZZELS and data and digital consultancy firm TWC have joined forces to develop a data-led sales strategy for the sugar confectionery maker.
Celebrating quality food and drink
SCOTLAND Food & Drink has unveiled the shortlist for its Excellence Awards, recognising outstanding producers from across the nation.
Pasted into retail shops
BELAZU Ingredient Co has brought its first vegan ‘nduja paste, Ve-Du-Ya to the retail channel for the first time.
Kick about with stars
FOOTBALL fans can score big with Mondelez as part of the latest Cadbury FC on-pack promotion.
Reeling in the lozenge sales
Following a rollercoaster two years for the winter remedies category, sales are bouncing back.
Duo launch with double
Scotch whisky brand Ferg & Harris has launched into the UK market with two exclusive 12-year-old expressions.
Adding soft drinks to the mix
Soft drinks play a key role during the festive season, with the category set to drive sales for retailers across the period.
Adding some spice
Swedish cider brand Kopparberg has launched a Spiced Blackberry flavour for the festive season.
Tea makes an organic choice
Organic options have been on the up since the end of the pandemic, bringing plenty of choices across tea.
Sweet tastes for the summer
If there is one thing that could compete with Scottish consumers’ love for a good drink, it would be the collective sweet tooth that drives them to sweeter options in stores.
