VIP factory tour to be won in new Swizzels on-pack promotion
Swizzels has launched an on-pack competition giving consumers the chance to win a magical VIP factory tour. The company has hidden five golden Love Hearts rolls in its variety share […]
Nisa’s charity donates over £160,000 in biggest ever funding giveaway
Nisa’s Making a Difference Locally charity has helped retailers to support local projects with over £160,000 in donations in the latest round of its Heart of the Community Awards. Nominations […]
Accolade Wines acquires No.1 perry brand Lambrini
Accolade Wines has acquired Lambrini, the UK’s No.1 perry brand (Nielsen). The pear cider brand will join Accolade Wines’ diverse portfolio, including wine labels Hardys, Echo Falls, Jam Shed, St […]
Bidfood highlights food and drink trends that will continue in 2021
Bidfood has highlighted the food and drink trends that it believes will dominate menus for the remainder of the year. From cuisine flavours and infusions to twists on classics and […]
Terry Larkin leaves JJ Foodservice after 26 years
Terry Larkin, group general manager at JJ Foodservice, is leaving the business after 26 years. Larkin (pictured) joined the wholesaler in 1995 and has been involved in helping the company […]
Carnival-themed limited-edition papers introduced for Gold Leaf
Imperial Tobacco has launched Carnival Edition Papers and an improved click & close pouch feature for its Gold Leaf brand. The limited-edition papers will be available in Gold Leaf 30g […]
TWC makes key strategic changes to its board
Data and digital specialist TWC has announced key strategic changes to its board. Co-founder Mike McGee, well known throughout the wholesale industry – particularly for his leadership of Landmark in […]
Country Range Group launches new Vegan Mayonnaise
Country Range Group has launched a new Vegan Mayonnaise. The product has been specially made to provide “a thicker, creamier and more luxurious mouthfeel”. It contains no allergens and comes […]
New tool from Brakes helps with menu management and legislation
Brakes, in partnership with technology provider Nutritics, has launched Virtual Chef Online, a suite of online recipe and menu management tools for foodservice operators. Features of the ‘one-stop solution’ include: […]
Booker records sales growth of 9.2% in its first quarter
Booker increased sales by 9.2% to nearly £1.8 billion in the 13 weeks to 29 May 2021. This rise was driven by a 68% improvement in sales to caterers as […]
Cadbury Caramilk is launched by Mondelez with significant marketing investment
Cadbury Caramilk, made with caramelised white chocolate, has been launched by Mondelez. Available in depot from early July, the golden caramel chocolate is made with 100% sustainable cocoa and comes […]
Steve Irons returns to CJ Lang in newly-created wholesale director role
CJ Lang & Son has appointed Steve Irons as wholesale & new channels director. He joins the SPAR Scotland wholesaler and retailer from Best Food Logistics – a division of […]
