Hats off to seasonal rule breakers

RULES can be broken at Christmas. In fact, eating too many mince pies or wearing kitschy jumpers can be justified precisely because it’s Christmas...

Sweet treats dropping for spring

MARGINS of up to 49% are available from its Easter-themed confectionery according to cash and carry firm Hancocks. The Happy Easter range of more than...
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Vegan vino

Whether it’s a lifestyle choice or an ethical decision, more shoppers are seeking out animal-free products, which affects wine
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Wine brings festive cheer

As the nights draw in, warming reds take centre stage, while sparkling still proves to be a hit across Christmas celebrations

Ferrero support across platforms

Saying it had a ‘fantastic Christmas’ last year Ferrero is supporting its products during this year’s festive season with £3.6m worth of advertising and...

A TV push for Ferrero

FERRERO Rocher has been celebrating the season on television screens as part of a £3.5m marketing campaign
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Soft approach to the season

Confectionery may be the category most associated with Halloween, but retailers overlook soft drinks at their peril.
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More FTG for 2018

EQUIPMENT supplier Fri-Jado UK Limited reckons its ready to help retailers make the most of the growing food-to-go trend in 2018
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Walker’s Shortbread unveils festive range

Famous Scottish brand Walker’s is urging retailers to get their share of festive shortbread sales by stocking its new-look Christmas range.

Sweet treats for vegans

RAW Chocolate Company (RCC) has unveiled a new SKU for consumers seeking a plant-based alternative at the chocolate fixture.

Continental union

Holyrood Distillery has brought together three non-traditional rum producing countries in the launch of its new blended rum.

Sweet ways to chill out

FAMILY Christmas meals take a lot of planning and preparation and cooking and serving can take up a large part of the big day...

New taste on deck

THERE’S a new addition to the Captain Morgan crew with Captain Morgan Sliced Apple Spirit Drink.
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Game on

Monster Energy has launched an on-pack promotion offering exclusive Assassin's Creed content and special prizes
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Large formats flying in 2020

Christmas is a time of celebration and for many adult smokers, that means enjoying their favourite cigar brand

Elderflower for summer

THE firm behind French water brand Volvic has introduced a new flavour to its Touch of Fruit Sugar Free range. The new variant, Apple &...