New flavours go on screen
INNOVATIVE flavours are the lifeblood of the snacks market according to popcorn brand Butterkist, which plans to spend £3m to put its new range...
Thin rolls add sales weight
The most popular lunch in the UK is the sandwich according to Allied Bakeries. But the firm says that people also want variety in their...
Heat of the street – demand for exotic cuisines
Travel to the heartlands of exotic cuisines fuels demand for a taste of the real thing, but c-stores can put ease of use into...
Whisky brand for the birds
BIODIVERSITY and the preservation of Scotland’s landscapes are behind a partnership between The Famous Grouse and the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB).
From the streets to the shop
A SCOTTISH street food business is hoping to spice up the food to go category with the launch of a new pakora brand.
Scottish brands 2017: a year of evolution
AS 2017 draws to a close, it’s time to take a look back at the food and non-alcoholic drink industry in Scotland over the past year
Industry experts welcome DRS grant support
DRS organiser Exchange for Change has announced new exemption rules for smaller retailers as well as a new grant scheme to support these stores.
Fair Trade nation set for festival fortnight
THIS month sees the return of Fairtrade Fortnight and retailers are being encouraged to go bananas ... and tea ... and coffee ... and...
Nakd claims it’s dressing up the category
REFERRING to a Mintel snacking report, Nakd says 40% of consumers are switching to healthier snacks.
It also reports that with sales amounting to £31m...
Is mango the new coconut?
World foods have shown sales growth in the UK for some time. Is there now also a growing market for world drinks?
According to Refresco...
Fairer trade? Firm mad on Madagascar
MADECASSE, the Madagascan ‘fair for life’ chocolate brand, is pushing its four flavoured bars to independent stores.
Arabica Coffee, Cinnamon and Sakay, Sea Salt and...
Tonnes of plastic gone
ASTON Manor Cider has been rolling out new packs made from 100% recycled plastic while removing plastic rings from its entire can range.
A good year for trying new things
This year will see the Olympic torch head to the land of the rising sun, shining a spotlight on Asia as the world tunes in to the Tokyo 2020 games.
Natural hunt for the Big 5 – Walkers Shortbread
WALKERS Shortbread is working with Visit Scotland to support its Year of Natural campaign - its biggest ever nature-focused tourism drive.
A Walkers Shortbread dedicated...
Back on the box
Despite total biscuit sales being flat, Border Biscuits has reported an 11.4% year-on-year increase in retail value.
And it puts that down partly to more...
Even more meat free
More than half of all UK consumers say they are reducing their meat intake according to Quorn, suggesting that there is an opportunity to further grow sales of meat alternatives.
