Bakery & Confectionery

From health credentials to social benefits, there’s plenty of reasons why craft chocolate and confectionery should be relished guilt-free.

As travellers seek out authentic local food and regional specialities, Natasha Spencer explores how food shops are transforming local provenance stories into visitor attractions that showcase local produce and create distinctive shopping experiences.

Home baking at Christmas takes many forms, from nostalgic classics to dietary-inclusive show-stoppers.

A new wave of cold drinks offers customers fresh ways to hydrate and indulge.

Previously a one-day event centred on trick-or-treating, Halloween has become a months-long celebration. Natasha Spencer explores how independent retailers can capitalise on demands for unique, high-quality treats and experiences to maximise sales this spooky season.

Oliver Lloyd, a consultant in the food and drink sector, talks to Speciality Food about how quality food retail is perfectly placed to supply what comes next.

Opening a coffee counter can bring new customers through your door, but it might take more than a rich espresso to keep them there. We asked retailers and industry experts to share their secrets to success.

As loyalty programmes approach saturation, retailers are rethinking how to keep consumers engaged.

The modern consumer is craving a breakfast that will boost their energy levels for the day ahead. Here’s what to stock to set them up for success

Gone are the days of soggy crusts and half-baked flavours, as next-generation pizzas are taking the UK by storm.

Despite soaring summer temperatures and a growing preference for lighter, chilled meals, data reveals a surprising surge in sales of traditional winter comfort food during recent heatwaves.