Swizzels sweets

Ready for the seasonal rush

CONSUMERS are gearing up for the first proper post-restrictions Halloween since 2019.
white chocolate Toffifee

White variant added to the Toffifee range

STORCK UK is banking on the popularity of white chocolate with its latest release under the Toffifee brand.
Maltesers and Chewits

Preparation breeds seasonal success

Confectionery still king at Halloween as shoppers stock up on seasonal treats early, ahead of a likely increase in children going door-to-door post Covid
Jagermeister bottles

A huge opportunity for spirits

HALLOWEEN creates a huge seasonal opportunity to drive spirits sales, at least according to Johnny Dennys, head of brand and trade marketing at Mast-Jägermeister UK.
bottles of Fanta

Ghoulish Fanta promo returns

FANTA is ready to scare up some soft drinks sales this Halloween with the launch of a new on-pack promotion and seasonal packaging.
mr kipling toffee apple pies

Apple pies for guising

PREMIER Foods has made it frightfully convenient to enjoy a Halloween staple this autumn.
cadbury halloween sweets

Halloween rituals return

Mondelez unveils seasonal lineup of haunting Halloween confectionery
dead mans fingers rum

Seasonal rum serves

SKULL sporting rum brand Dead Man’s Fingers will be rolling out limited-edition Halloween bottles for its flagship Spiced Rum.

Ready for the summer

THE last two summers have been good for sales of barbecue products in Scottish stores.

Sinking teeth into barbecue bakery

CONSUMERS got pretty good at barbecuing over the last two years, as restrictions on hospitality led to many bringing the party to their garden.

Vegan opportunities

RETAILERS may have noticed increased demand for meat-free alternatives to burgers and hot dogs, but dairy-free brands are also set to shine this summer.

Sun shines on off sales

GROWTH for barbecue occasions in the UK was huge during the pandemic.

Cider is in a strong position

THIS summer is shaping up to be another strong season for cider sales in the Scottish off trade.
New Mars Wrigley products

Novelty will not wear off

Mars Wrigley is ready for the final push towards Easter, with expanded distribution for some novelty treats and a host of classic shell eggs.
New Daim and Twirl Orange shell eggs

Mondelez ready for spring push

Convenience retailers who get their range right can expect to crack on with strong confectionery sales this Easter, according to Mondelez International.

The right partner can drive growth

NEW Year is a time for reflection – for c-store retailers that could mean considering a change in symbol group partner.