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The fine food industry is full of inspiring professionals with a wealth of experience and expertise under their sleeves – find out what makes them tick and discover their take on the ever-changing market right here
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“Back from a break”
06 August 2018 Speciality BitesThe good thing about holidays is that we always come back with new ideas and new energy to bring to our business and personal lives -
The Independent Shopper: Shaun Rankin
20 July 2018 NewsThe Michelin-awarded TV chef discusses his passion for the fresh produce of the Channel Islands -
“Cold comfort”
17 July 2018 Town CrierDo you have your own fallout shelter? I’ve never worked anywhere that believed me so indispensable to the rebuilding of civilisation that they allocated me a place in a bunker. -
“It’s showtime”
17 July 2018 Fine FoodThe news from the front is heartening: agricultural shows are enjoying a new lease of life. -
“The rise of shrinkage”
17 July 2018 Expert EyeWhen times are tough for shopkeepers, several aspects of running a business take on a greater significance. Take shrinkage for example. -
The Interview: Morgaine Gaye
16 July 2018 NewsThe food futurologist talks politics, fads and the power of DNA -
“Reality check?”
16 July 2018 Speciality BitesI have said for a while that there are too many companies in our sector that are hobby-businesses or part-time businesses for those that don’t really need the money. -
“Good leadership”
09 July 2018 Speciality BitesIt would be remiss of me not to start this week’s blog without mentioning the main event of the weekend. In case you haven’t heard, the Cotswold Fayre Charity Ball went off very well on Friday evening! -
The Independent Shopper: John Burton-Race
02 July 2018 NewsThe Michelin-starred TV chef reveals his favourite Devon-based retailers and why quality ingredients are essential in haute cuisine -
“Trust”
02 July 2018 Speciality BitesJust like the Brexit negotiations at present, all transactions, negotiations and business relationships involve trust -
“Remember your heart!”
25 June 2018 Speciality BitesLast week I looked at the garden centre world. This week, prompted by reading more about the House of Fraser plans for the future, I turn my attention to the world of department stores. -
“How important are garden centres within the speciality food sector?”
18 June 2018 Speciality BitesWith the sale of Wyevale, it is an interesting time for the garden centre world