Tag: Easter

Ilchester has a cheesy makeover for Easter

Ilchester Cheese is out to expand the indulgent options this Easter season with the launch of its new hot cross bun inspired cheddar cheese block.
Mars sets out its stall for the Easter season with the launch of its branded treats.

Mars Wrigley reveals Easter line-up

Mars Wrigley has unveiled its line-up for the Easter season this year, with returning fan favourites and some new additions from across its range of brands.
The limited-edition Maltesters Easter Cake Bars.

Celebrate with Maltesers Easter Cake Bars

Mars Chocolate Drinks and Treats is highlighting its limited-edition Maltesers Easter Cake Bars as a good way for retailers to gain extra sales at present.
Bisto gravy granules for chicken

It’s time to jump on the gravy train

Easter is an important time of the year for roast dinners, with consumers keen to enjoy a home-cooked meal with their families, according to various analysts.
Baileys chocolate easter egg

Lapping up the Lir luxury

There is an increasing demand for luxury Easter eggs for adults, according to Google Trends data, with the search term “Best Easter Eggs 2022” growing by more than 5000% and results showcasing eggs catering for an older audience.
Ferrero UK Easter chocolate treats

Shelling out on new products

Chocolate maker Ferrero UK says it is introducing new innovations alongside the return of seasonal favourites for Easter to help retailers maximise sales.
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.
Easter eggs

A facelift for Ferrero packs

Ferrero has revamped its Easter range, rolling out new looks across its brands and introducing more sustainable packaging.
Malteasers Chocolate Rabbit

Bunny hunt for Easter

MALTESERS will be appearing on Snapchat as part of a collaboration between Mars Wrigley and the social media app.

Swizzels hops into the Easter market

Confectionery brand brings back its seasonal sharing tub CONFECTIONERY firm Swizzels has re-launched its Easter Mix tub, filled with household names including Love Hearts, Parma...

Demands of the season

IN retail terms Easter and the other spring occasions aren’t only about chocolate. But special seasonal chocolate treats, sharing bags and gifts can contribute...

Bags of new candy choice

IT’S not only chocolate that enjoys a spring in sales around Easter time. According to Swizzels, sugar confectionery also sees a boost and it says...

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...

Aim to sell early and sell often

LAST year 8.3m households bought early for Easter and 80% of shoppers bought again before the big day according to Nestlé Confectionery. The Smarties and...

Ferrero goes large and adds Joy

BOXED chocolate sales for the three main spring occasions are worth ÂŁ139m, says Ferrero and it reckons its own ÂŁ22m sales that it achieved...