Crunch time

PRICE-MARKED packs deliver increased volumes and profits for retailers, and they’re also creating sales growth within crisps and snacks according to KP Snacks. Trading controller...
TV ad for Butterkist featuring a pile of popcorn in a red room with the Butterkist logo in the centre.

Butterkist pops on the small screen

Popcorn brand Butterkist is set to sponsor the film programming on Channel 4, including during the key Halloween and Christmas seasonal periods.

We couldn’t do without…

Scottish c-store retailers offer their product and category recommendations for 2016 Asif Akhtar, Premier Smeaton Stores. Key category of 2015: Basic convenience. Things like bread, milk,...
Bottles of Stanhope Kentucky Whiskey Bourbon and Rye Whiskey stands on a wooden table with nosing glasses containing the whiskies.

Stanhope Whiskey rolls out two new drams

Stanhope Whiskey is set to launch in Scotland this October, introducing more American bourbons to the market and honouring a family legacy.

More Than Meet launches vegan Jerk Burger

VEGETARIAN food brand More Than Meat is launching a new vegan Jerk Burger, which it says is the first to be made available in...
Pack shots of Young's Popcorn Scampi Bites and Young's Golden Scampi.

Young’s kicks off Scampi relaunch

Frozen seafood brand Young's has unveiled a complete revamp of its Scampi range, complete with new packaging along with major recipe changes.
Baketime Ltd

Crackers and cookies recalled following ‘contamination’

BAKETIME Ltd is recalling various biscuit and snack products, including some sold through Booker and Bestway, which they say have been manufactured in ‘unhygienic...

Over the Moo launches crowdfund project

Plant-based ice cream bites brand Over the Moo has launched a new crowd funding campaign in a bid to expand the brand's presence across the UK market.

Hard times in soft world

WHILE the Britvic Soft Drinks Review, (see main story here), suggests soft drinks sales struggled but stayed reasonably flat last year, Kantar Worldpanel findings...
Pack shots of McCoy's Flame Grilled Steak and Hot 'N' Spicy variants with a promotional callout across the packs.

KP Snacks launches new McCoy’s promotion

Snacks firm KP Snacks has announced a new promotion across its McCoy's brand, complete with prizes for retailers and consumers alike to win.

Seize the chance with dedication

DEDICATED lunchbox bays filled with best-selling brands and handy packs can help grow sales. That’s the advice from Mondelez International. It says that over the...
Pack shots of Jam Shed Mini Box Malbec.

Jam Shed expands on Mini Box range with Malbec

Global wine firm Accolade Wines has expanded on the Jam Shed Mini Box range as the Jam Shed Malbec variant joins the format.

Something for the weekend

BIG NIGHTS IN don’t just feature quick snacks. Special nights in and dinner parties have risen dramatically. Research carried out by YouGov found that...
Pack shots Bonds of London Chick 'N' Mix sweet cups.

Hancocks shares must-stocks for Easter season

Confectionery wholesaler Hancocks is urging retailers to make the most of the longer Easter season this year by stocking up on a strong range of themed treats.

Luxury in the everyday

SPAR Brand is launching a new trio of luxury cookies. The range features three 200g variants: Fruit & Oat (RRP £1.59), Triple Chocolate, and White...
Pack shots of Fish4Ever Cornish Sardines in Spring Water.

Fish4Ever expands line up with sustainable sardines

Artisan tinned fish brand Fish4Ever has expanded on its portfolio of natural fish options with its new range of Cornish Sardines.