Bakery & Confectionery

There’s still time to nominate a Heritage Brand

06 August 2026 Ambient

The deadline to nominate a brand for inclusion in Speciality Food’s Heritage Brands has been extended until 14th August

Craft bakery is rising to the challenge

30 July 2026 News

With its heady recipe of premium ingredients, fine craftsmanship and a growing audience, craft baking has a bright future in Europe and beyond

Selling baked goods in 2026: the recipe for success

16 July 2026 Bakery & Confectionery

In troubled times, little soothes the British public more than a bake. Here’s how to make this temptation work for you

How to sell the Great British Biscuit

06 July 2026 Ambient

Sweet and savoury biscuits are proving themselves to be indispensable in the fine food sector thanks to their canny combination of flavour, versatility and story

Why botanical flavours are infusing the food and drink scene

30 June 2026 Ambient

Heritage stories, clean-label appeal, functional benefits and adventurous flavours are making botanicals pop off the shelves

A guide to selling the tiramisu trend

23 June 2026 Bakery & Confectionery

Sitting right at the heart of indulgence, nostalgia and affordable luxury, tiramisu is a classic flavour receiving a modern upgrade. Here’s how to stock it in your shop

New flavours and classic treats: how to sell summer desserts now

11 June 2026 Bakery & Confectionery

Summer desserts have come a long way from the days of Mr Whippy and tubs of tri-striped Neapolitan. We speak to experts to find out what’s selling now

Trendwatch: Why ‘honest indulgence’ is so big right now

11 June 2026 Snacks

Treating yourself is no longer something to feel guilty about – so long as you’re tucking into quality

Sweet success: the role of fine confectionery in 2026, from feeding nostalgia to inspiring innovation

08 June 2026 Bakery & Confectionery

Europe’s rich, sugar-scented history has informed the confectionery industry in more ways than one

The rise of pizza cooking at home: a guide for retailers

04 June 2026 Meat & Fish

Consumers are foregoing takeaways for home-cooked pizzas, and fine food retailers are in a prime position to sell the whole experience

What the ‘real bread’ movement means for fine food retail

28 May 2026 Bakery & Confectionery

Are your customers searching for alternatives to ultra-processed foods? Here's why promoting ‘real bread’ could open new doors for your shop

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