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Britain’s food and drink landscape has weathered sizeable storms in recent years, from extreme weather – more of which to come – to political unrest and financial restraints across businesses and consumers alike.

From a wine merchant's vineyard story to a Christmas cookie cheesecake, this year's festive favourites strike a chord with shoppers. But what’s really driving sales, asks Charlotte Grainger?

Chutneys and pickles are mainstay of deli shelves, but the festive period brings apple opportunity for them to shine.

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

The European Pizza Show returns to Excel London on 18th–19th November 2026, bringing together more than 250 exhibitors and thousands of buyers, chefs and hospitality professionals from across the UK and Europe

The modern definition of ‘premium’ is a tool smart retailers are tapping into for the upcoming festive season and beyond.

While you may not want to go full-Santa, there are ways you can create a festive cornucopia while staying true to your fine food roots.

Should retailers pay any heed to TikTok trending foods? What takes a trend from the app to the shop floor? Speciality Food investigates

We speak to experts to find out how the smartest businesses are planning for Christmas 2026

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

As yet another heatwave hits parts of the UK, Speciality Food finds out what this year's extreme weather means for farmers – and what support they need going forwards