Facing up to the whiteout
Retailers step up to the plate in snow crisis
LOCAL STORES in many parts of Scotland were among businesses hardest hit when the first...
Tech solutions tackling waste
Snappy Shopper has teamed up with reduced price goods app Gander in a bid to reduce food waste.
Blocks away
CHOCOLATE. Is there anything it can’t do? It’s high in antioxidants, a natural anti-depressant, and contains theobromine, which kills the bacteria which cause tooth...
Tata teas up big changes
The maker of Tetley tea – Tata Consumer Products (TCP) – has appointed David Atkinson as senior vice-president to head up its UK & Ireland team.
Time to get serious – make the best of cider days
It’s been the undisputed boom product in long alcoholic drinks in recent years – ever since an Irish brand introduced the world to cider...
Awards Profile – Employee of the Year 2021
Scottish Grocer caught up with Tanya Wilson, store manager at Spar Eastriggs and winner of Employee of the Year at the 2021 Scottish Grocer Awards.
Exotics and home treats fuelling juice
THERE are still juicy profits to be squeezed out of thirsty consumers’ love of refreshment, especially during hot weather.
That’s the juices industry’s view, with...
New chiefs in role position
Bestway has continued to strengthen its senior teams with three new hires for the wholesaler, along with two further appointments to its retail outfit.
Oils mixed – sales update
European sales pressure prevent olive oil price hikes. Kantar sees sales slip overall but specialist oils provide a bright spot
THE olive oil shortage predicted...
Scotland’s Top Brands: 6. Mackie’s
Spotlight on No.6 of the top Scottish food and drink brands of 2022, ice cream and chocolate brand Mackie's of Scotland.
Pain but no gain from plain packs
Westminster surprised many when it said it would look again at plain packaging on tobacco. In Scotland the powers that be are ready to...
Black Friday sales brought relief over the festivities
The value in Black Friday sales in 2022, according to the latest Scottish Retail Consortium-KPMG Scottish retail sales monitor.
Batley launches biggest promo
WHOLESALER Batleys this month starts its biggest-ever promotional scheme with the launch of its Core Connect programme.
The scheme, which runs across the Batleys estate...
A focus set on student sales
By the time the middle of the university semester comes around, students are more than ready for a night where they can let go and forget about the worries of assignments or exams.
Glasgow gets fast delivery
Amazon and Morrisons have expanded their same-day grocery delivery service
Save cash no matter the night
Ian Macleod reckons its range of Edinburgh Gin ready to drink cans will help consumers to save some cash when they're looking for a premium serve.
